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.
- Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
- Remove all related panels and components.
- Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
- Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
- Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the front hinge pillar body.
- Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.
- Remove the damaged front hinge pillar body reinforcement
Body Hinge Pillar Lower Reinforcement Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
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.
Create 6 x 20 mm (4/16 x 12/16 in) slots for MIG-brazing in locations
where you can not app ...
Other materials:
Engine Overheating
There is an engine coolant temperature gauge on the vehicle instrument cluster
to warn of engine overheating.
If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, get service
help right away.
If the decision is made to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on
a le ...
Stabilizer Shaft Replacement
Special Tools
CH 904 Underframe
CH 49289 Centering Adapter
EN 45059 Torque Angle Sensor Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Turn the front wheels to the straight forward position and secure the
steering wheel from moving.
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Tire Chains
WARNING
Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on
a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes,
suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause
loss of control and a crash. Use another type ...
