Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Removal Procedure

Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual / Body repair / Collision Repair / Roof Rear Header Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing) / 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.

Remove the damaged roof rear header panel (1).

Roof Rear Header Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)

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

Installation Procedure

Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding. Position the roof rear header panel (1) on the vehicle. Verify the fit of the panel. Clamp the roof rear header panel into positi ...

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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 Dis ...

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the left side of the vehicle. It can be seen through the windshield from outside. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration. Engine Identifi ...

Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation. Note: DO NOT re-use the lower control arm bolts and nuts. Discard and use NEW only. Remove wheel speed sensor wiring harness ...