Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Collision Repair
Specifications
Point-to-point measurements are for reference only. All measurements are given in millimeters. Use these measurements for diagnosing and estimating. Point-to-point measurements are duplicated with tram bar pointers set at equal lengths. All die marks, holes, slots, and fasteners are measured to the center. All dimensions are symmetrical unless otherwise specified
Point-to-Point Measurements
Front End
Engine Compartment
Front End Lower
Rear End Lower
Rear End
Side
Front Seat Mounting Points
Structure Identification
View Front
View Rear
- Overlap/Backing Plate Sectioning (Welding)
- Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement
- Headlamp Mount Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Headlamp Mount Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Front End Upper Tie Bar Support Sectioning (MAG Welding)
- Front End Upper Tie Bar Support Sectioning (MIG Brazing)
- Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Front Support Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Front Support Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Front Wheelhouse Front Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Front Wheelhouse Front Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Front Wheelhouse Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Front Wheelhouse Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Front Wheelhouse Panel Rear Reinforcement Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Front Wheelhouse Panel Rear Reinforcement Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Front Compartment Upper Side Rail Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Front Compartment Upper Side Rail Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Front Compartment Upper Side Rail Sectioning (MAG-Welding)
- Front Compartment Upper Side Rail Sectioning (MIG-Brazing)
- Front Compartment Side Rail Sectioning (Long, MAG-Welding)
- Front Compartment Side Rail Sectioning (Long, MIG-Brazing)
- Front Compartment Side Rail Sectioning (Short, MAG-Welding)
- Front Compartment Side Rail Sectioning (Short, MIG-Brazing)
- Front Hinge Pillar Body Sectioning (MAG-Welding)
- Front Hinge Pillar Body Sectioning (MIG-Brazing)
- Body Hinge Pillar Lower Reinforcement Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Body Hinge Pillar Lower Reinforcement Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Roof Outer Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Roof Outer Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Roof Front Header Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Roof Front Header Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Roof Rear Header Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Roof Rear Header Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Rocker Inner Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Rocker Inner Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Body Lock Pillar Outer Panel Sectioning (MAG-Welding)
- Body Lock Pillar Outer Panel Sectioning (MIG-Brazing)
- Body Lock Pillar Outer Panel Reinforcement Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Body Lock Pillar Outer Panel Reinforcement Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Body Lock Pillar Inner Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Body Lock Pillar Inner Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Rocker Outer Panel Sectioning (MAG-Welding)
- Rocker Outer Panel Sectioning (MIG-Brazing)
- Body Side Outer Panel Reinforcement Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Body Side Outer Panel Reinforcement Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Body Side Inner Panel Sectioning (MAG-Welding)
- Body Side Inner Panel Sectioning (MIG-Brazing)
- Body Side Outer Lower Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Body Side Outer Lower Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Rear Compartment Floor Panel Sectioning (MAG-Welding)
- Rear Compartment Floor Panel Sectioning (MIG-Brazing)
- Rear Wheelhouse Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Rear Wheelhouse Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Quarter Outer Panel Sectioning (MAG-Welding)
- Quarter Outer Panel Sectioning (MIG-Brazing)
- Body Rear End Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Body Rear End Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Rear Bumper Impact Bar Stud Plate Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Rear Bumper Impact Bar Stud Plate Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Front Side Door Outer Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Front Side Door Outer Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Rear Side Door Outer Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Rear Side Door Outer Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Rear Rail Sectioning (MAG-Welding)
- Rear Rail Sectioning (MIG-Brazing)
- Underbody Rear Side Rail Reinforcement Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Underbody Rear Side Rail Reinforcement Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Rear Floor Panel Filler Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Rear Floor Panel Filler Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Tail Lamp Pocket Replacement (MAG-Welding)
- Tail Lamp Pocket Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
- Dual Phase Steel
- High Strength Low Alloy Steel
- Mild Steel
- Ultra High Strength Dual Phase Steel
Rear Bumper Impact Bar Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement.
Rear Bumper Energy Absorber Nut (Qty: 6)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface sec ...
Overlap/Backing Plate Sectioning (Welding)
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in
the Preface section.
Fit the service panel to the vehicle to ensure a proper fit.
Measure and mark a line at th ...
Other materials:
Maintenance Schedule
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
• Check the engine oil level.
Once a Month
• Check the tire inflation pressures.
• Inspect the tires for wear.
• Check the windshield washer fluid level.
Engine Oil Change
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON DIC message or Code 82 DIC message dis ...
Fuel Additives
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to
contain additives that help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming,
allowing the emission control system to work properly. In most cases, nothing should
have to be added to the fuel.
However, some gas ...
Removal Procedure
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 the front side door. Refer to Fron ...
