Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Body Rear End Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the regional mandatory joining methods are allowed.
Installation Procedure
Cut the quarter 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 thickn ...
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 Syst ...
Other materials:
Hood Adjustment
Hood
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Procedure
Loosen the hood hinge reinforcement nuts (Qty: 4).
Adjust the hood in order to obtain an even gap on both sides between the
hood and the fenders, the headlamps and
the front bumper fascia and so that the hood ...
Installation Procedure
Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary.
Align the front hinge pillar body reinforcement.
Create 6 x 20 mm (4/16 x 12/16 in) slots for MIG-brazing in locations
where you can not apply a resistance spot
welder.
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for spot welding a ...
Installation Procedure
Create 8 x 14 mm (5/16 x 15/16 in) slots for MIG-Brazing along the edges
of the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support
as noted from the original panel.
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for brazing.
Position the drivetrain and front suspension frame ...
