Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Reconnection
Removal Procedure
- Turn on the radio and record all of the customer radio station presets.
- Ensure that all lamps and accessories are turned off.
- Turn the ignition OFF and remove the ignition key.
Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.
- Loosen the negative battery cable nut (2).
- Remove the negative battery cable (1) from the battery.
Installation Procedure
- Install the negative battery cable (1) to the battery.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Fasten the negative battery cable nut (2) and tighten the nut to 4 N·m (35 lb in).
- Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition to the ON position.
- Program volatile memory. Refer to Volatile Memory Programming.
- Program all of the customer's radio station presets and set the radio clock to the current time.
Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement (1.6L LDE, LXV, and 1.8L 2H0)
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning in the Preface section.
Preliminary Procedure
Raise the vehicle by its full height. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Exhaust Muffler Insulator (Qty: 2)
- Exhaust Flexible Pipe Gasket to Exhaust Rear Muffler
- Exhaust Flexible Pipe to Exhaust Rear Muffler Nuts (Qty: 2)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 17 N·m (13 lb ft)
- Exhaust Pipe Front Hanger Bracket
- Exhaust Pipe Front Hanger Bracket Bolts and Nuts
Tighten 20 N·m (15 lb ft)
- Catalytic Converter to Exhaust Flexible Pipe Gasket
- Catalytic Converter to Exhaust Flexible Pipe Nuts (Qty: 3)
Tighten 20 N·m (15 lb ft)
- Heated Oxygen Sensor
Tighten 40 N·m (30 lb ft)
Additional links
Instrument Cluster Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove instrument panel lower cluster trim plate. Refer to Instrument
Panel Cluster Lower Trim Plate Replacement.
Remove instrument p ...
Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement (1.6L LXT)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Hot Exhaust System Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning in the Preface section.
Open the hood.
Raise the ...
Other materials:
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination
of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused
by electrical problems.
To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
If the band is broken or melted, repla ...
Hood Replacement
Warning: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed,
provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of
damage to the vehicle or personal injury.
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the windshield washer nozzle hose. Refer to Windshield Washer Nozzle
Hose Replacement.
Hood ...
Engine Heater
The engine heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below
−18°C (0°F) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug
in the heater at least four hours before starting the vehicle. An internal thermostat
in the plug end of the cord will prev ...
