2008 CHEVROLET COBALT Owners Manual

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CHEVROLET COBALT 2008 1.G Owners Manual {CAUTION:
If you have a manual transmission removing
the key from the ignition switch will lock the
steering column and result in a loss of ability
to steer the vehicle. This could cause a
collision.

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CHEVROLET COBALT 2008 1.G Owners Manual Column Lock Release
For vehicles with an automatic transmission, the
following procedure allows the ignition to be turned
to LOCK/OFF and ignition key removal in case of a
dead battery or low voltage

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CHEVROLET COBALT 2008 1.G Owners Manual Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories may be used for up to
10 minutes after the engine is turned off.
Audio System
Power Windows, if equipped
Sunroof, if equipped
The power wind

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CHEVROLET COBALT 2008 1.G Owners Manual Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the
ignition key to START. When the engine starts,
let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as
your engine gets warm. Do not

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CHEVROLET COBALT 2008 1.G Owners Manual Engine Coolant Heater
The engine coolant heater, if available, can help in cold
weather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C) for easier
starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Plug i

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CHEVROLET COBALT 2008 1.G Owners Manual Automatic Transmission Operation
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the
shift lever is located on the console between the seats.
There are several
different positions
for the automatic
tra

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CHEVROLET COBALT 2008 1.G Owners Manual If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure
on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way
into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application.
Then press the shift lever button and then m

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CHEVROLET COBALT 2008 1.G Owners Manual INTERMEDIATE (I):This position is also used for
normal driving. However, it reduces vehicle speed
without using your brakes for slight downgrades
where the vehicle would otherwise accelerate due
to st