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:
Rear Seats
Either side of the rear seatback can be folded.
To fold the rear seatbacks:
1. Place the front seatbacks in the upright position.
Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may
cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and
return them ...
Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level.
A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs,
take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible.
The vehicle is not equipped with a transm ...
Test Probe Caution
Caution: Do not insert test equipment probes (DMM etc.) into any
connector or fuse block terminal. The diameter of the test probes will
deform most terminals. A deformed terminal will cause a poor connection, which
will result in a system failure. Always use the EL-35616
GM-Approved Terminal T ...