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Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Removal Procedure

  1. Support the radiator and condenser from above using the  condenser tabs on each side.
  2. Remove the lower steering intermediate shaft bolt (1).
  3. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  4. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
  5. Remove the exhaust flexible pipe. Refer to Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement.
  6. Remove the front compartment splash shield. Refer to Front Compartment Splash Shield Replacement.
  7. Remove the front compartment insulator, if equipped. Refer to Front Compartment Insulator Replacement.

  1. Remove the wheel speed sensor wiring harness (2) from the frame on both sides.

    Remove the wiring harness retainers (3) from the frame and the lower control arm.

  2. Remove the radiator wiring harness (1) from the frame.

    Remove the wiring harness retainers (4) from the frame.

  1. Remove the power steering fluid cooling pipe bolt (1), clip out (2) and securing the power steering fluid cooling pipe (3) to the vehicle.
  2. Remove the lower ball joints from the steering knuckles. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement.

  1. Remove the stabilizer link nut (1) from the strut.
  2. Remove the outer tie rods and tie rod nuts from the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.

  1. Remove the front (1) and the rear (2) transmission mount bracket bolts.

  1. Raise the CH 904 frame and CH 49289 adapter with the hydraulic jack until it contacts the frame.
  2. Turn the front wheels to the straight forward position and secure the steering wheel from moving.

Remove the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose bolts (1). Remove the

Remove the power steering gear inlet and outlet hose bolts (1). Remove the inlet and outlet hose (   2) from the steering gear (3).

Note: Positioning pins (2, 3) of CH 49289 adapter MUST stick

Note: Positioning pins (2, 3) of CH 49289 adapter MUST stick into holes of drivetrain frame.

  1. Check if wheel alignment is required.

    Move out position pins (1) and try to insert into underbody holes.

    If guide pins can NOT be inserted, the Wheel Alignment Measurement is required after installation of the drive train frame.

  2. Loosen the front bumper energy absorber bracket bolt. Refer to Front Bumper Energy Absorber Bracket Replacement.
  3. Secure the power steering gear to the vehicle.

  1. Remove and discard the frame front bolts (1).
  2. Remove and discard the frame rear bolts (2).
  3. Remove the frame reinforcements (3).
  4. Remove the frame (4) from the vehicle.
  5. Remove the following components if replacing the frame:
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement
Special Tools CH 904 Underframe CH 49289 Centering Adapter For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. ...

Installation Procedure
Install the following components on the drivetrain and front suspension frame if removed: The radiator support brackets. The stabilizer shaft--Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement. Th ...

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Installation Procedure
Cut the front compartment front rail in corresponding locations to fit the remaining original panel. The sectioning joint should be trimmed to allow a gap of one-and-one-half-times the metal thickness at the sectioning joint. Create a 50 mm (2 in) backing plate from the unused porti ...

Fuel
Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of this vehicle. To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, we recommend the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline. Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to ensure ...

Installation Procedure
Cut the body lock pillar outer panel in corresponding locations to fit the remaining original panel. The sectioning joint should be trimmed to allow a gap of one-and-one-half-times the metal thickness at the sectioning joint Create a 50 mm (2 in) backing plate from the unused portio ...

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