Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
- Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement
- Remove the radiator support bracket. Refer to Radiator Support Bracket Replacement
- Remove the radiator grille reinforcement support. Refer to Radiator Grille Reinforcement Support Replacement
- Remove the hood primary and secondary latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement
- Headlamp and Front Bumper Fascia Mount Panel Bolt (Qty: 4)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 22 N·m (17 lb ft)
- Front End Upper Tie Bar
Bolted Exterior Body Panels and Closures
Specifications
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Front Fender Front Lower Bracket Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia
Replacement.
Remove the headlamp. Refer to Headlamp Replacement
Remove the front fender. R ...
Other materials:
Recommended Fuel
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If
the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise, commonly referred
to as spark knock, might be heard when driving.
If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible.
If hea ...
Installation Procedure
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
Position the roof rear header panel (1) on the vehicle.
Verify the fit of the panel.
Clamp the roof rear header panel into position.
Spot weld accordingly as noted from the original panel.
Apply the sealer ...
Installation Procedure
Cut the body lock pillar outer panel in corresponding locations to fit
the remaining original panel. The sectioning joint should be
trimmed to allow a gap of one-and-one-half-times the metal thickness at the
sectioning joint.
Create a 50 mm (2 in) backing plate from the unused porti ...
