Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair 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 rear bumper impact bar stud plate.
Note: Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.
- Drill all factory welds.
- Remove the rear bumper impact bar stud plate.
Rear Bumper Impact Bar Stud Plate 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 rear bumper
impact bar stud plate as noted from the original panel.
Note: If the location of the original plug weld holes can ...
Other materials:
Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement (LT or LTZ)
Rear Compartment Lid Emblem Assembly
Caution: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution in the
Preface section.
Procedure
The part and surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The
vehicle should remain 21°C (70°F) for
one hour after assembly to allow adhesive to deve ...
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 ...
Radiator Grille Reinforcement Support Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
Radiator Grille Reinforcement Support Bolt (Qty: 4)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten
10 N·m (89 lb in).
Radiator Grille Reinforcement Support Retainer ...
