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Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure

  1. Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the front wheelhouse front panel as noted  from the original panel.

  1. Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding where front wheelhouse front panel and front wheelhouse overlap.
  2. Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.

  1. Position the front wheelhouse front panel on the vehicle.
  2. Verify the fit of the front wheelhouse front panel.
  3. Clamp the front wheelhouse front panel into position.

  1. Plug weld the joint from front wheelhouse front panel to  front wheelhouse accordingly.
  2. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
  3. Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems.
  4. Install all related panels and components.
  5. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
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 Syst ...

Front Wheelhouse Front Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...

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Removal Procedure
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 Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection. Remove the rear side door. Refer t ...

Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
Driving with a Trailer When towing a trailer: • Become familiar with the state and local laws that apply specifically to trailer towing. • Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent damage to the engine, axle or other parts. • Then, during the first 800 km (500 mi) tra ...

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 ...

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