Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure

Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual / Body repair / Collision Repair / Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Front Support Replacement (MIG-Brazing) / Installation Procedure

Create 8 x 14 mm (5/16 x 15/16 in) slots for MIG-Brazing 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 brazing.

Position the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support on the vehicle.
Verify the fit of the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support.
Clamp the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support into position.

Braze accordingly.

Braze seam as noted from the original panel from the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support to the front compartment side rail.
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

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Front Wheelhouse Front Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)

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Removal Procedure
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection. Remove all related panels and components. Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible. Remove the ...

Front Side Door Check Replacement
Prliminary Procedure Remove front side door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Replacement Remove the front side door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement Front Side Door Check Link Bolt Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the ...

Seat Heating and Cooling
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