Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure
- Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
- Apply structural adhesive to the attaching flanges.
- Position the body side outer lower panel on the vehicle
- Verify the fit of the body side outer lower panel.
- Clamp the body side outer lower panel into position.
- Spot weld accordingly.
- 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 ...
Rear Compartment Floor Panel Sectioning (MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Other materials:
Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the center pillar lower garnish molding. Refer to Center Pillar
Lower Ga rnish Molding Replacement
Remove the seat belt from the front seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger
Seat Retractor Side Belt Replacement
Center Pillar Upper Garnish Mo ...
Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel outer trim cover - right side. Refer to
Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement - Right Side.
Instrument Panel Compartment Screw (Qty: 5)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten
2.5 N·m (22 lb in)
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GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
This program is available to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible
aftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle, such as hand controls or
a wheelchair/ scooter lift for the vehicle.
For more information on the limited offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or call the
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