Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather frequent application may be required.
See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.
Chevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual. CV Joint Boot R&R
1.
Remove the wheel drive shaft from the
vehicle.
2.
Install the wheel drive shaft (2) into
a vise, Fig. 1
3.
Using a hand grinder, remove and discard
the inner (4) and outer (2) boot clamps, Fig. ...