Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: 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 and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
- Position the front end sheet metal cross panel reinforcement (1) on the vehicle.
- Verify the fit of the front end upper tie bar.
- Clamp the front end sheet metal cross panel reinforcement into position.
- Spot weld accordingly.
- Use factory slots for slot brazing.
- Install front bumper impact bar before applying the sealers and anti-corrosion materials.
- Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair
- Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems
- Install all related panels and components.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling
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 System. ...
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Front Support Replacement (MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Other materials:
Stabilizer Shaft Replacement
Special Tools
CH 904 Underframe
CH 49289 Centering Adapter
EN 45059 Torque Angle Sensor Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Turn the front wheels to the straight forward position and secure the
steering wheel from moving.
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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 System. Refer to SIR Disabling
and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Batter ...
Specifications
Front Door (Diesel)
65 mm
83 mm
Front Door (Diesel)
60 mm
87 mm
Rear Compartment Lid (Diesel)
122 mm
32 mm
Rear Compartment Lid (Ecoline)
162 mm
32 mm
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