Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure

1. Install NEW stabilizer shaft insulators (1) to stabilizer shaft (2) so that the slit in the insulator is facing the rear of the vehicle.

2. Install the insulator c 2. lamp to the insulator:

2.1. Position the clamp (2) over on the insulator.

2.2. Use two M8 bolts (1, 3) with 40 mm (1.57 in) length.

2.3. Tighten bolts (1, 3) by turns until clamp (2) slips over insulator.

3. Check proper fitting of clamp and insulator.

Retainer (1) MUST seat centrically in the hole of the clamp.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

4. Install the NEW stabilizer shaft bolts (1) and tighten the NEW stabilizer shaft bolts to 22 N·m (17 lb ft) + 40° using the EN 45059 kit .

5. Move out positioning pins (1) of CH 49289 adapter .

6. Carefully, raise the frame (1) using CH 49289 adapter (2).

Note: Do NOT reuse old bolts.

7. Install the 2 frame reinforcements (1).
8. Install the 2 NEW frame rear bolts (2) and tighten to 160 N·m (118 lb ft).
9. Install the front transmission mount bolt (1) and tighten to 58 N·m (43 lb ft).
10. Install the rear transmission mount bracket bolt (2) and tighten to 100 N·m (74 lb ft).

11. Install and tighten 4 fasteners (1) to the engine   side cover on both sides.

16. Install and tighten lower stabilizer link shaft nut (2) on both sides to 35 N·m (26 lb ft)
17. Lower the vehicle.
18. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation