CHEVROLET Cobalt
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2005 CHEVROLET Cobalt L61/LLT (GM200)
GM200 / L61, LLT / The 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt was launched in North America with two main GM Ecotec inline-4 engines: the 2.2L L61 SOHC producing approx 145 hp and the 2.4L LLT DOHC supercharged engine offered in SS trims producing approx 205 hp.
2006 CHEVROLET Cobalt L61/LLV (GM Delta platform)
GM Delta platform / L61, LLV / 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt was offered primarily with two engine options: the 2.2L L61 SOHC Ecotec inline-4 and the 2.4L LLV DOHC Ecotec inline-4. The L61 engine was common for base trims, producing approximately 140 hp and 150 lb-ft torque. The LLV, available on sportier trims like SS, delivered about 173 hp and 166 lb-ft torque. Engine availability varied slightly depending on market and emission regulations.
2007 CHEVROLET Cobalt L61/LM4 (J200)
J200 / L61, LM4, LSJ / 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt was offered primarily in North America with 2.2L Ecotec inline-4 engines (L61 and LM4) and a 2.0L supercharged inline-4 (LSJ) for the SS trim.
2008 CHEVROLET Cobalt LL8/LE5 (J200)
J200 / LL8, LE5, L61 / The 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt was offered primarily with GM Ecotec I4 engines in multiple markets: 2.2L with LL8 code (North America), 2.2L LE5 in some trims, and a 2.4L L61 variant in some Latin American versions.
2009 CHEVROLET Cobalt L61/LE5 (GMX31)
GMX31 / L61, LE5 / The 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt was offered with primarily two engines in North America: a 2.2L Ecotec inline-4 (engine code L61) and a 2.4L Ecotec inline-4 (engine code LE5) on higher trims like the SS.
2010 CHEVROLET Cobalt LL8/LNF (GMX200)
GMX200 / LL8, LNF / The 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt was available primarily in the North American market. It featured mainly two engines: the 2.2L Ecotec inline-4 (LL8) producing 148 hp, and a 2.0L supercharged Ecotec inline-4 (LNF) used in SS models, producing 260 hp.
Motorcodes nach Jahr
| Jahr | Variante | Motorcodes | Hubraum | Kraftstoffsystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | technical-profile | L61, LLT | 2.2 L / 2.4 L | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2006 | technical-profile | L61, LLV | 2198 cc (L61), 2360 cc (LLV) | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| 2007 | technical-profile | L61, LM4, LSJ | 2149 cc (L61/LM4), 1998 cc (LSJ) | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2008 | technical-profile | LL8, LE5, L61 | 2.2L (2184 cc), 2.4L (2378 cc) | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2009 | technical-profile | L61, LE5 | 2175 cc (L61), 2424 cc (LE5) | Multi-Point Fuel Injection |
| 2010 | technical-profile | LL8, LNF | 2.2L and 2.0L | Multi-point fuel injection |
Ölmenge nach Motor
| Jahr | Motorcodes | Öltyp | Ölmenge | Flüssigkeit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | L61, LLT | SAE 5W-30, API SG or higher | Approx. 4.2 liters / 4.4 quarts with filter (service-fill) | Dexron III automatic transmission fluid |
| 2006 | L61, LLV | SAE 5W-30, meeting GM GM6094M or dexos1 specification | Approximately 4.5 liters (4.75 quarts) with filter change; refer to service manual for filter part number | Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid for automatics; manual uses GM 9985644 or equivalent |
| 2007 | L61, LM4, LSJ | 5W-30 synthetic or conventional motor oil meeting GM GM6094M spec | Approximately 4.5 liters (4.8 quarts) including filter; service-fill including oil filter change | DEXRON-VI automatic transmission fluid for automatics |
| 2008 | LL8, LE5, L61 | SAE 5W-30, meeting GM dexos1™ Gen 2 or equivalent | About 4.5 liters (service-fill with filter change) | GM Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid |
| 2009 | L61, LE5 | SAE 5W-30 synthetic or conventional oil meeting API SN or later | Approximately 4.2 liters (4.4 quarts) including filter, service-fill capacity | Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid for AT; manual specified gear oil per manufacturer |
| 2010 | LL8, LNF | SAE 5W-30, meeting GM dexos1 specifications | Approx. 4.5 US quarts / 4.3 liters (service-fill with filter change) | DEXRON III or equivalent for automatic |
Technische Daten
- Motoren: L61, LLT, LLV, LM4, LSJ, LL8, LE5, LNF
- Getriebe: 5-speed manual (available with L61 engine), 4-speed automatic, Dexron III automatic transmission fluid, 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic (4T65-E), optional, Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid for automatics; manual uses GM 9985644 or equivalent, 5-speed manual (available on naturally aspirated and SS models), 4-speed automatic electronically controlled
- Reifengrößen: P195/60R15, P205/55R16, P195/65R15, P215/45R17 (SS), P215/50R17, P215/45R17 (SS trim), P215/45R17 SS
- Lochkreis: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Radmoment: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Batterie: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Flüssigkeiten und Servicedaten
- Motoröl: SAE 5W-30, API SG or higher / SAE 5W-30, meeting GM GM6094M or dexos1 specification / 5W-30 synthetic or conventional motor oil meeting GM GM6094M spec / SAE 5W-30, meeting GM dexos1™ Gen 2 or equivalent
- Getriebeöl: Dexron III automatic transmission fluid / Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid for automatics; manual uses GM 9985644 or equivalent / DEXRON-VI automatic transmission fluid for automatics / GM Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid
- Kühlmittel: Approx. 6.9 liters / Approximately 7.7 liters (8.1 quarts) including the radiator and engine block / Approximately 9 liters (2.4 gallons) / Approximately 6.2 liters
- Bremsflüssigkeit: DOT 3 or DOT 4 / DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid / DOT 3 / DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
Bekannte Probleme
- Throttle body issues
- Timing chain noise on early units
- Power steering fluid leaks
- Timing belt wear requiring timely replacement
- Electric power steering system issues
- Water pump leaks associated with timing belt service
- Throttle body sensor issues
- Water pump leaks
- Ignition coil failures
- Timing chain tensioner wear in high-mileage engines
- Ignition lock cylinder issues
- Coolant leaks due to intake manifold gasket wear