Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
- Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
- Remove the radiator grille support reinforcement. Refer to Radiator Grille Reinforcement Support Replacement.
- Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Retainer Bolt (Qty: 2)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
- Hood Primary and Secondary Latch
Procedure
- To release the hood primary and secondary latch unhook the hood primary latch release cable.
- Disconnect electrical connectors as needed.
Hood Replacement
Warning: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed,
provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of
damage to the vehicle or personal injury.
Preliminary Procedure
Remo ...
Rear Compartment Lid Adjustment
Rear Compartment Lid
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Procedure
Loosen the rear compartment lid hinge bolt (Qty: 4) to
adjust the rear compartment li ...
Other materials:
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
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Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Collision Sectioning Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Dis ...
Exterior Care
Washing the Vehicle
To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct sunlight.
Notice: Do not use petroleum-based, acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents
as they can damage the vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic parts.
If damage occurs, it would not be covered by the vehic ...
