Before leaving the vehicle, fully press the clutch pedal down, move the shift lever into R (Reverse), and firmly apply the parking brake. Once the shift lever has been placed in R (Reverse) with the clutch pedal pressed down, the ignition key can be turned to LOCK/OFF, then remove the key and release the clutch pedal.
See Manual Transmission Operation.
Chevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual. Electrical System, Inspection
A visual inspection must always
be performed to confirm the presence of aftermarket components, potential
collision damage, or areas of concern.
Ensure battery voltage is greater
than 12 volts prior to and during pinpoint test.
Caution: Do not have a batt ...