Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Rear Side Door Outside Handle Rod Adjustment
Removal Procedure
- Remove the rear door water deflector as needed. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement.
- Use a flat-head tool to open the clip from the threaded rod connecting the lock to the outside handle.
- Adjust the travel of the handle by removing the threaded rod from the clip.
Installation Procedure
- Position the outside door handle rod (2) in the clip (1) in order to eliminate any free play in the outside door handle.
- Install the clip cover closed over the threaded outside door handle rod.
- Inspect the door lock system for proper operation.
- Install the rear door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement.
Rear Compartment Lid Latch Striker Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear compartment sill trim plate. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement.
- Rear Compartment Lid Latch Striker Bolt (Qty: 2)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Procedure
Use a grease pencil to outline the striker before removing the bolts.
Tighten 9 N·m (80 lb in)
- Rear Compartment Lid Latch Striker
Tip
Adjust the rear compartment lid latch striker after replacing, if needed.
Door Lock Switch Replacement
- Door Lock Switch Screw (Qty: 2)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 1.5 N·m (13 lb in)
- Door Lock Switch
Tip
Disconnect electrical connector.
Vehicle Access
Specifications
Door Lock/Indicator Schematics
Door Control Module Schematics
Release Systems Schematics
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Door Ajar Indicator Description and Operation
Door Ajar Indicator System Components
The door ajar indicator system consists of the following components:
Body control module (BCM)
Instrument cluster
Driver information center
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Other materials:
Loss of Control
Skidding
There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control
systems:
• Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling.
• Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires
to slip and lose cornering force.
• Acceleration Skid — too much thro ...
Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking.
Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
Notice: Allowing the wiper arm to touch the windshield when no wiper
blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any damage that occurs would not
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Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
Ensure that the steering wheel is set in a straight ahead position.
Loosen the tie rod jam nut (1).
Adjust the toe to specification by turning the adjuster (2). Refer to
Wheel Alignment Specifications.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten the tie ro ...