Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure
Note: If the location of the original plug weld holes can not be determined, space the plug weld holes every 40 mm (1½ in).
- Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the body rear end panel as noted from the original panel.
- Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
- Position the body rear end panel on the vehicle.
- Verify the fit of the body rear end panel.
- Clamp the body rear end panel into position.
- Plug 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 Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
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Body Rear End Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Other materials:
Installation Procedure
Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the rear bumper
impact bar stud plate as noted from the original panel.
Note: If the location of the original plug weld holes can
not be determined, space the plug weld holes every 40 mm (1½ in).
Clean and prepare the ...
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Rear Side Door Check Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove rear side door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door
Trim Replacement
Remove the rear side door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water
Deflector Replacement
Rear Side Door Check Bolt
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Pre ...
