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 ...

Other materials:

Installation Procedure
Apply structural adhesive on the flanges of the rear side door inner panel where the rear side door outer panel bears on. Align the rear side door outer panel. Verify the fit of the rear side door outer panel. Clamp the rear side door outer panel into position. Pre-fla ...

Seat Adjustment
Manual Front Seats To adjust a manual seat: 1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle. 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place. Seat Height Adjuster If available, move the lever up or down t ...

Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
Preliminary Procedure Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation. Steering Linkage Tie Rod Nut Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section. Tighten 35 N·m (26 lb ft) Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut Tighten 60 N·m (44 ...