Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure

1. Remove the front wheelhouse rear panel brace (1) from service panel.

2. Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding instead of the adhesive noted from the front area of the original panel.

Note: Double the number of drills at the flange where front wheelhouse panel and front compartment side rail overlap (1).

3. Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the front wheelhouse as noted from the original panel.
4. Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.

5. Position the front wheelhouse on the vehicle.
6. Verify the fit of the front wheelhouse.
7. Clamp the front wheelhouse into position.

8. Plug weld accordingly.
9. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
10. Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems.
11. Install all related panels and components.
12. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
13. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.