Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure
- Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
- Apply structural adhesive to the attaching surfaces.
- Position the body rear end panel on the vehicle.
- Verify the fit of the body rear end panel.
- Clamp the body rear end panel into position.
- Spot weld accordingly as noted from the original part.
- 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 Bumper Impact Bar Stud Plate Replacement (MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Other materials:
Head Restraints
The vehicle's front and rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard
seating positions.
WARNING
With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is
a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do
not drive until the h ...
Rear Suspension
Specifications
Rear Suspension Components
Rear Shock Absorber Upper Mount
Rear Shock Absorber Upper Mount
Rear Shock Absorber Upper Mount
Rear Shock Absorber Upper Mount
Shock Absorber Assembly
Upper Dumping Ring
Rear Spring
Lower Dumping Ring
Rear Axle Bushing
Rear Ax ...
Rear Spring Insulator Replacement
Removal Procedure
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the
Vehicle.
Support the rear axle with a tall jack stand near the shock absorber.
Remove the lower shock bolt. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement.
Using the tall jack stands, slowly lower the rear a ...
