Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
- Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement
- Remove the radiator support bracket. Refer to Radiator Support Bracket Replacement
- Remove the radiator grille reinforcement support. Refer to Radiator Grille Reinforcement Support Replacement
- Remove the hood primary and secondary latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement
- Headlamp and Front Bumper Fascia Mount Panel Bolt (Qty: 4)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 22 N·m (17 lb ft)
- Front End Upper Tie Bar
Bolted Exterior Body Panels and Closures
Specifications
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Front Fender Front Lower Bracket Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia
Replacement.
Remove the headlamp. Refer to Headlamp Replacement
Remove the front fender. R ...
Other materials:
SIR Identification Views
The SIR Identification Views shown below illustrate the approximate location
of all SIR components available for the vehicle. This will assist
in determining the appropriate SIR Disabling and Enabling for a given service
procedure, refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Front End Sensor-- ...
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 thickness at the sectioning
joint.
Create a 50 mm (2 in) backing plate from the unused portion ...
Installation Procedure
Position the front end upper tie bar (1) on the vehicle.
Verify the fit of the front end upper tie bar.
Clamp the front end upper tie bar into position.
Braze accordingly.
Braze accordingly.
Grind down weld seams as needed for related panels and components.
Clean a ...
