Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Rear Suspension Description and Operation
This vehicle has a semi-independent twist-beam rear suspension system consisting of the following components:
- An axle with integral trailing arms
- AV shaped twisting cross beam
- Two coil springs
- Two shock absorbers
Axle Assembly
The axle assembly (1) attaches to the underbody through a rubber bushing and bracket located at the front of each integral trailing arm.
The brackets are attached to the underbody side rails with bolts (2). The axle structure itself maintains the geometrical relationship of the wheels relative to the centerline of the body.
Special Tools and Equipment
Wheel Stud Replacement
Removal Procedure
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and
Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installati ...
Tires and Wheels
Specifications
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Other materials:
Installation Procedure
Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the tail lamp
pocket as noted from the original panel.
Note:
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
Position the tail lamp pocket on the vehicle.
Verify the fit of the tail lamp pocket.
Clamp ...
Remote Vehicle Start
The vehicle may have this feature that allows you to start the engine from outside
the vehicle.
(Remote Vehicle Start):
This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start.
The climate control system will use the previous settings during a remote start.
The rear defog ...
Fuel and Evaporative Emission Pipe Warning
Warning: In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury observe
the following items:
Replace all nylon fuel pipes that are nicked, scratched or damaged
during installation, do not attempt to repair the sections of the
nylon fuel pipes
Do not hammer directly on the fuel harness ...
