Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Removal Procedure

Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual / Body repair / Collision Repair / Roof Outer Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding) / Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair 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 factory welds.

Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.
Cut the adhesive with an appropriate tool.

Remove the damaged roof panel (1).

Roof Outer Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)

Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the regional mandatory joining methods are allowed ...

Installation Procedure

Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the service panel as noted from the original panel. Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding. Apply one-part ...

Other materials:

Front Brake Rotor Replacement
Special Tools CH-41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit CH-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Removal Procedure Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning in the Preface section. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking ...

Instrument Panel Wiring Harness Replacement
Removal Procedure Remove instrument panel compartment assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement. Remove instrument panel wiring harness (2) from instrument panel tie bar (1). Disconnect electrical connectors. Installation Procedure Ins ...

Installation Procedure
Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the front compartment upper side rail as noted from the original panel. Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding. Position the front compartment upper side rail on the vehicle. Verify the fit of the fr ...