Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: 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
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 Syst ...
Front Wheelhouse Front Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Other materials:
Shock Absorber Replacement
Removal Procedure
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and
Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installation.
Support the rear axle with a tall jack stand near the shock absorber.
Remove the upp ...
Headlamp Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia upper bracket. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia
Replacement.
Headlamp Screw (Qty: 4)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tip
Secure the headlamp fasteners in sequence, as indicated.
Tighten
2.5 N·m (22 lb in)
...
Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement (1.6L LXT)
Removal Procedure
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Rec overy and
Recharging.
Remove front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
Remove A/C compressor and condenser hose nut (1) from A/C condensor (2).
Remove A/C compressor and ...
