Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure
- Align the body side outer panel reinforcement.
- Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
- Position the body side outer panel reinforcement on the vehicle.
- Verify the fit of the body side outer panel reinforcement.
- Clamp the body side outer panel reinforcement into position.
- Spot weld accordingly.
- 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 Collision Sectioning Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and She ...
Body Side Inner Panel Sectioning (MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Other materials:
Global Positioning System (GPS)
The position of the vehicle is determined by using satellite signals, various
vehicle signals, and map data.
At times, other interference such as the satellite condition, road configuration,
condition of the vehicle, and/or other circumstances can affect the navigation system's
ability to ...
Cigarette Lighter
For vehicles with a cigarette lighter, it is on the center floor console near
the shift lever.
To activate the cigarette lighter, push it into the heating element and let go.
When the lighter is ready it will pop back out.
Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not
l ...
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Cracked Window Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section
Note: Position the vehicle on level ground and move the front
wheels to the straight-ahead position.
Disconnect battery.
Remove air inlet grill ...
