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Cobalt SS Supercharged?

deelite — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 15:31:07 GMT

Do you think Chevy will bring back the Cobalt SS Supercharged, and if the rumors are true do you think they threw away the Cobalt SS to work more on the Chevy HHR SS? Do you think its a bad move if they did. I really haven’t heard anything bad about the SS Cobalt like I have about the HHR. I did sit in the HHR its not a bad looking car but I don’t think that type of car is made to be that fast. Would there be anyway I could see if Chevy could think about bringing it back in 2009?

I have a 2005 Chevy Cobalt. The steering shaft just went out. Has this happened to anyone else?

jaymeacu — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 22:07:11 GMT

The power steering light came on while I was driving down the road. The steering began to tighten up. I took my car in to the dealership and had it hooked up to the computer but they could find nothing wrong with. I took it and drove for five days and the power steering light came on again. I took it back to the dealership and they found that the steering shaft had gone out. Is this a common thing for a three year old car and if so why.

I have a 2008 Chevy Cobalt that has a annoying squeaking noise coming from the front passenger side.

army6 — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 10:20:32 GMT

The squeaking sound is only present when the car is in motion. There is no noise with the engine running but the car is in park or neutral. The sound is most noticable when the outside temperature is cold. There does not seem to be a noticable change in sound with speed change, also no noticable difference in sound when turning.

Is a Chevy Cobalt with an automatic transmission (2008) going to be powerless in moderate mountain driving northwest?

sarge20 — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:10:26 GMT

I am going to drive from East US to the Pacific Northwest with my 08 cobalt lt with an automatic transmission. Will I experience loss of power going up? If many answer yes, then I will drive my Liberty which I know has power.

I have an 05 Chevy Cobalt with new tires and brakes and when I travel over 45 mph the wheels vibrate. What is wrong?

tla1 — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:40:32 GMT

Problems with vibration in wheels, gas petal and steering wheel. What could be the problem?

What is the curb weight for the 2009 Cobalt Sedan LS automatic?

nebl — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 13:58:49 GMT

What is the curb weight for the 2009 Cobalt Sedan LS automatic?

Where can I find the Technical Service Bulletin 07-02-32-007 for a Chevy Cobalt?

gherrera — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:38:17 GMT

Where can I find the Technical Service Bulletin 07-02-32-007? My power steering light keeps coming on. How do I fix?

Can I add a roof rack to a 2009 Chevy Colbalt sedan? GM has none. How do I know where to mount supports of an aftermarket unit?

auggie1 — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:39:32 GMT

Aftermarket racks are available in various sizes, but how do I find out where the supports should be mounted to the roof of a 2009 Colbalt 4-door sedan. I don't want to damage the roof, and have no way of knowing what spots could take the weight of a load?

Power steering keeps going out on 06 Chevy Cobalt. Anyone else have this problem?

frustrated28 — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:08:41 GMT

Power steering keeps going out randomly while driving on 06 Chevy Cobalt. Will this cause any damage to continue driving without the electric steering?

What colors were offered on 2006 Chevy Cobalts?

fedexman63 — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:30:58 GMT

Going to do some touch up paint work on my 2006 Cobalt but can't remember what the shade of blue is called? Looks like a blue/gray.

Has anyone else bought a new 2008 Cobalt "Special Edition?"

pjm16 — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 15:21:27 GMT

The Special Edition includes some extras. Mine is black with white racing stripes,Onstar*,Rear Spoiler,Chrome Exhaust Tip,XM Satellite Radio,16"wheelsand p205/60R16 GoodYear Eagle ResponsEdge tires.

How much should I spend for a 2006 Chevy Cobalt OTD with a 5 year 100,000 Warranty?

writerhopeful — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 07:53:30 GMT

LS Model with Cruise Control or an LT Model

Is this car a lemon? Chevrolet Cobalt

bulldogg — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 20:54:00 GMT

i have a 07 chevy cobalt with 17,000 miles. The engine light came on at 12,000 miles, dealer said a misfiring injector. They replaced it the next day. 2 weeks later engine light came on again, engine light came on fuel injector misfiring, so they replaced all 4 injectors. The next day the light comes on i take it back and they found a valve seat cracked. So they replaced head and cylinder was replaced, oil changed, new coolant. Can i get a new motor for this car? i feel that this car is a lemon. What can i do if the engine light comes on again? i live in Delaware. help!!

How do you know when the transmission is full on a 2005 Chevy Cobalt? How do you check it?

yarber — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:36:43 GMT

An axle came out spilling the fluid in an accident. Fixed it but don't know how much fluid to put back in .

New Chevrolet Cobalt. Need help with mods.

unique21 — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 13:46:32 GMT

i got a 07 cobalt yesterday... burnt orange.. i was just woundering what are some good sites for things to fix it up.. i just want to fix it up a bit yall know rims, side skirts, spoilers... but im a new driver and i was just wanting to see if yall could help give me some advice on what to do places to go...

Do I have to have an oil change already on my Chevrolet Cobalt?

kalck — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:29:18 GMT

I just bought a 2006 chevy cobalt from carmax and they changed the oil yet
my oil life is at 5% after only 600 miles is this possible?

What's the TMV on a 2006 Chevy Cobalt with a rebuilt title?

joyamac52 — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 06:59:41 GMT

Car has 32,000 mi, 5-speed. The motor and interior are perfect and was not touched. Body was vandalized by crow-bar, which is the reason for rebuilt title. All glass was replaced and body work done by a professional shop. What is the TMV for something like this, or do I stay away? Thanks, Joy

TMV on 2006 Chevy Cobalt with a rebuilt title?

joyamac52 — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 08:15:35 GMT

Car has 32,000 mi, 5-speed. The motor and interior are perfect and were not touched (this has been verified). Body was vandalized by crow-bar, which is the reason for rebuilt title. All glass was replaced and body work done by a professional shop. What is the TMV for something like this?

Being new to Edmunds, I didn't intend to close out this question --- I'm still looking for other opinions and a TMV. Thanks, Joy

Any reports of 2008 Chevy Cobolt LS engine overheating problems?

cobolt2008 — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 20:16:46 GMT

Son's car 5500 miles, 2008 Chevy Cobolt LS engine tempature running hot, between 245 to 280. Fan flucates off and on. Took it to dealership mechanic they put 42 miles on it, and let it run idle 2 full hours. The car would not duplicate overheating that we experienced. I drove it in the country at 7am about 15 miles in 60 degree weather and fog, engine started running 245 and fan kicked on. The car probably set 1 1/2 hrs then mechanic looked at it. Any reports or idea what to look for?

What is the cost of a regular standard rim that comes with a 2008 Chevy Cobalt?

dprovins — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 03:02:05 GMT

Son damaged the rim and wheel cover without blowing the tire, would like to know how much a standard rim and cover cost?

2006 Chevy Cobalt key problem.

corvairbob — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 21:21:08 GMT

i have a 06 cobalt. the factory key fits the door and the ign. even the trunk. i had 2 keys made and they fail the doors but fit the ign. i don't know about the trunk yet.

i measured the keys with a calipers and they were within .010 of the factory key. the keys are not the chip keys but it seems to me it should not make any difference as to whether it is a chip key or plain key just to turn the lock. any ideas? thanks.

I have a Chevy Cobalt with a 2.2 litre engine. How much is this in US gallons?

charsize — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 10:45:02 GMT

I can't seem to find a converter that makes sense. I want to know how many gallons my gas tank holds since this is how gas is priced, by gallon and not by litre.

Engine oil leak. 2.2l 2005 Chevy Colbalt. Leak near oil filter on front right top of motor.

Troy62 — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 21:37:44 GMT

slow leek.

Can I add a coolant temperature gauge to a 2009 Chevy Colbalt LT sedan?

auggie1 — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 10:22:50 GMT

I would like to add a coolant temperature gauge to my 2009 Chev. Colbalt LT sedan to be active whenever the engine is running. It wound be nice if I could use the existing temperature sensor without upsetting any existing electronics.

Has anyone had a problem with the accelerator getting stuck on a 2005 Chevy Cobalt?

mariner2 — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 01:38:05 GMT

My Daughter was driving her 2005 Cobalt up a long steep grade, she had it floored for a while when she thought that she heard a click noise and the accelerator was stuck in the down position, she had to force her foot under the gas peddle to unstick it, she has had the car for about a year. Has anyone heard of this happening?

Owner's manual for a 2007 Chevy Cobalt LT?

carman44 — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 23:46:18 GMT

I would like to have an owners manual for a 2007 cobalt lt

I have new rims and tires on 07 Chevy Cobalt. I am getting vibration when I apply brakes, why?

stefnee37 — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 21:56:22 GMT

07 Cobalt New tires and 17 inch rims, brake pads are good.

Where's the spark plugs on a 2005 Chevy Cobalt?

sacprentiss — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 16:29:55 GMT

Want to change spark plugs and don't know where they are.

Problem with 2008 Chevy Cobalt Sport DIC display.

corkien — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:54:52 GMT

On my Driver Information Center (DIC), the outside temp. status is stuck on the same temperature. Has anyone else had this problem? Can this be fixed?

Why does my air conditioner on my 2006 Chevy Cobalt keep running hot and cold?

pam60 — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:32:37 GMT

Runs really cold and then starts cutting out like breathing and runs hot.

How much did the dealer pay for a new 2009 Chevy Cobalt?

mssydnie87 — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:49:17 GMT

I am looking to buy a new Chevy Cobalt and I would like to know the true market value for that particular car.

Is there a way to send my own custom email to selected dealers in the Edmunds database? The options wizard is confusing.

kamrondts — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 03:28:02 GMT

I am just taking the advice provided on this site to find my new car by emailing local dealerships requesting bottom-line quotes for the car of my dreams. My idea is to simply ask them to send me their quote on the closest-matching vehicle they have on their lot since I am not looking to wait 8-10 weeks for a custom ordered unit from the factory.

Is there a way to search for local dealers, and send them all a single custom email at once?

Meanwhile I will be looking to find some other acceptable way around this. Thanks!

Where is the computer located on the 2006 Chevy Cobalt?

rndvoo — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:58:55 GMT

Where is the computer located on the 2006 Chevy Cobalt?

How can I get to the stock stereo in my Chevy Cobalt?

billylopez — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 20:15:51 GMT

i have a 2005 chevy cobalt. i want to see the back of the stock stereo to know if i can install some kind of cable so i cant plug my ipod straight into my stereo since there is no aux jack.

I need an owners manual for an 05 Chevy Cobalt. It is not fully loaded. It is quite basic. Could you tell me where to get one?

vickiew — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:17:40 GMT

there's not much to tell. It is very basic. cruze,tilt,non electric windows,cd player, 2 door.

We have a 2008 Chevy Cobalt and cannot find where the oil filter is located.

anname — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:07:26 GMT

This is pretty self explanatory, to change the oil filter, the area in which the designers of the engine and motor mount placed the oil filter is needed to be located first. We were told it was located under a black "shoud" on the drivers side of the engine under a hexagon shape screw. NOT! And no pictures for visual aid to locate it! Please HELP!!!!

2008 Chevy Cobalt. Where is the oil filter and how do you replace it?

mark1964 — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:35:38 GMT

I have purchased an oil filter but cannot locate need help replacing it.

I have a 2008 Chevy Cobalt and the key is stuck in the ignition. Is there a trick to unsticking it?

justicesdaddy — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 17:11:13 GMT

we have a 2008 chevy cobalt. i found the key starting to stick a bit but nothing serious until today. I cannot seem to get the darn thing out. I see it is a common problem but is there a common solution aside of takling it to the dealer?

Does the Chevy Cobalt have a Quad Coupe like the Saturn ION?

beginner60 — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 21:46:28 GMT

I like to know if the Chevy Cobalt have a Quad Coupe like the Saturn ION.
The back doors on the Saturn ION Quad Coupe are the suicide doors.
Thank You.

What is the "XM tracking code" option on the 2007 Chevy Cobalt LT?

tweety12 — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 13:58:23 GMT

XM Tracking Code appear in the installed options list - what is it? The car does not have XM radio

My son was involved in a high speed car wreck in a Chevy Cobalt. None of his air bags deployed. Why?

adaley813 — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 22:07:01 GMT

He lost control of his vehicle, went off the road, hit a tree stump which tore the front end off the car. The car then rolled up on it's side and into a tree. None of the airbags went off, can anyone tell me why they did not deploy. Some people tell me that he did not "hit" the right sensors to make the air bags go off. When I read the web site, the front air bags are supposed to go off when there is sudden deceleration and impact. Also, the site says that "hood shoulder" airbags are supposed to deploy when the car senses an impending roll over. The police report says the car rolled. Can anyone tell me more information about the car. The car was a chevy cobalt 2008.

Has anyone had a problem with the alarm going off for no reason? Chevy Cobalt.

bdog5 — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 09:23:40 GMT

2005 chevy cobalt. Had to pull the fuse under the hood to get the alarm to stop. Has anyone else had this problem?

Where is the knock sensor on a 2006 Chevy Cobalt located?

cajetan1111 — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 20:33:35 GMT

where is the knock sensor on a 2006 chevy cobalt located

I own a 2006 Chevy Cobalt. I live in NE Wisconsin and the car handles poorly on snow and ice. What could be wrong?

harleyrider1 — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 07:16:42 GMT

The car handled like garbage with the original Continental tires on it. So just before winter, we put new Douglas GT tires on it. We were told that these tires have outstaning four season traction. This didn't help. Our Chevy dealer in town said there was nothing wrong with the car. No matter how easy you feather the gas or braks, it wants to spin and slide. the car has neither traction control or abs. can you please help me?

Harleyrider79

I have an 08 Chevy Cobalt. The idle surges when it first starts up for about 20 seconds. What could cause this?

mainiac1 — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 21:42:58 GMT

The car has 17K miles. When you first start it the idle will surge from 1300 RPM down to 700 RPM. lasts for about 20 secs, then stabilizes and runs great afterward.

2005 Chevy Cobalt. Need help with security features. Car won't start.

miss_megan — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 21:55:16 GMT

My key got stuck in the ignition and I hadn't drove it for two days. Of course, the car died. I charged the battery by using another key to unlock the trunk and hook up cables to my car from another car.

After the battery was charged, the car wouldn't start. It really tries to but it is unsuccessful every time. Once I left the window down and locked the door by habit, then I reached in and pulled the lock up to get in. This activated a security feature and I wasn't able to start the car. All I had to do was relock the door and unlock it with the key. After that it started.

I'm thinking that what has happened now is that a security feature like this is activated, but unlocking the door is not deactivating it. The car ran absolutely fine before the battery went dead.

Are there other ways to unlock the security system, or a deactivation button in the trunk or anything? I am going to take it to a dealer anyway, and have all of the security systems permanently deactivated because they are annoying and unnecessary where I live, but I don't want to have to pay a tower to come and get it when I know I could drive it there myself. Any advice?

Has GM done anything about the issues people are having with the 05-06 Cobalts?

denise70 — Sat, 16 May 2009 18:25:17 GMT

The electrical issues, key igniton problems, powersteering problems and the car stalling.

Help me choose between 2008 Pontiac G6 sedan and 2009 Chevy Cobalt LT sedan.

letia — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:56:42 GMT

I've got to choose between a certified 2008 Pontiac Sedan G6 and a certified 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt LT. the Pontiac has around 2000 miles; the Cobalt has 5000 miles. they have similar features. which is the better choice. must decide very soon. . . thank you

I recently put some bad gas in my Chevy Cobalt. Now it runs like it's about to cut off. What can I use to remove it?

lerobnu — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 15:12:24 GMT

What do I do if I put bad gas in my Chevy Cobalt?

Where is the fuse in a Chevy 05 Cobalt for the door locks?

larry131 — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 10:15:02 GMT

My Chevy Cobalt 05 locks keep going up and down on their after I got the car caught in a small flood.