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.

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