Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure

- Position the front end upper tie bar (1) on the vehicle.
- Verify the fit of the front end upper tie bar.
- Clamp the front end upper tie bar into position.

- Braze accordingly.

- Braze accordingly.
- Grind down weld seams as needed for related panels and components.
- Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.

- Position the front end sheet metal cross panel reinforcement (1) on the
vehicle.
- Verify the fit of the front end upper tie bar.
- Clamp the front end sheet metal cross panel reinforcement into position.

- Spot weld accordingly.
- Use factory slots for slot brazing.
- Install front bumper impact bar before applying the sealers and
anti-corrosion materials.
- Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as
necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair
- Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems
- Install all related panels and components.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. ...
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Other materials:
Front Bumper Fascia Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia opening cover. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia
Opening Lower Cover Replacement.
Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (Qty: 8)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten
2.5 N·m(23 lb in)
Front Bumper Fascia Bolt (Q ...
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR
Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to ...
Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Replace the passenger presence system as a complete assembly to prevent
possible injury to the occupant. The bladder, the
pressure sensor, the seat cushion, and the control module are assembled and
calibrated a ...