Chevrolet Cruze manuals

Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: 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.

  1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR  Disabling and Enabling.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
  3. Remove all related panels and components.
  4. Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
  5. Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.

  1. Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the front hinge pillar body.
  2. Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.

  1. Remove the damaged front hinge pillar body reinforcement.
Body Hinge Pillar Lower Reinforcement Replacement (MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...

Installation Procedure
Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary. Align the front hinge pillar body reinforcement. Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the front hinge pillar body as not ...

Other materials:

Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km (7,500 mi). Tires are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for all tires. The first rotation is the most important. Anytime unusual wear is noticed, rotate the tires as soon as possible, check for proper tire inflation pressure, and check for damaged tires ...

Dome Lamps
The dome lamp controls are in the headliner. (Dome Lamp Override): Press to turn the lamps off, even when a door is open. (Door): Press to turn the lamps on automatically when a door is opened. (On): Press to turn on the dome lamps. ...

Installation Procedure
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding. Apply one-part windshield urethane adhesive as noted from the original panel. Position the roof  panel (1) on the vehicle. Verify the fit of the panel. Clamp the panel into position. Spot weld accor ...

© 2011-2026 Copyright www.ccruze.com