Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure
- Create 6 x 20 mm (4/16 x 11/16 in) slots for MIG-brazing along the upper edges of the service panel as noted from the original panel.
- Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for brazing and spot welding.
- Position the body lock pillar inner panel on the vehicle.
- Verify the fit of the panel.
- Clamp the body lock pillar inner panel into position.
- Braze accordingly the body lock pillar inner panel upper.
- Spot weld accordingly the body lock pillar inner panel lower.
- 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.
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 ...
Rocker Outer Panel Sectioning (MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Other materials:
Different Size Tires and Wheels
If wheels or tires are installed that are a different size than the original
equipment wheels and tires, vehicle performance, including its braking, ride and
handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover may be affected.
If the vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock ...
Safety Locks
The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from
inside the vehicle.
Press to activate the safety locks.
The indicator light comes on when activated.
The rear door power windows are also disabled.
Press again to deactivate the safety
locks and power windows ...
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Collision Sectioning 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 Dis ...
