Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Front Side Door Outer Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
Special Tools
- BO-6396 Bonding Pliers
- BO-6392 Flanging Tool Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the regional mandatory joining methods are allowed.
Installation Procedure
Align the front side door outer panel.
Verify the fit of the front side door outer panel.
Clamp the front side door outer panel
into position.
Pre-flanging the flange with BO ...
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. Re ...
Other materials:
Automatic Transmission
It is better not to park with the engine running.
If the vehicle is left with the engine running, follow the proper steps to be
sure the vehicle will not move.
If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer.
The automatic transmission has a shift lever located on the console between the
seats.
...
Installation Procedure
Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding 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 welding.
Position the drivetrain and front suspension frame front suppor ...
Engine Exhaust
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled.
Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
• The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep
snow that may block underbody air ...
