Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Rear Brake Rotor Replacement
Special Tools
- CH 41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit
- CH 42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning in the Preface section.

- Remove rear brake caliper bracket. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket
Replacement
- Matchmark the position of the brake rotor to the wheel studs.
- Remove the rear brake rotor bolt (2).
- Remove rear brake rotor (1) from the wheel hub.
Installation Procedure
- Using the CH 42450-A kit , thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from
the mating surface of the hub/axle flange.
- Using the CH 41013 kit , thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the
mating surface and mounting surface of the brake rotor.
- Inspect the mating surfaces of the hub/axle flange and the rotor to
ensure that there are no foreign particles or debris remaining.

- Install the brake rotor (1) to the hub/axle flange. Use the matchmark
made prior to removal for proper orientation to the flange.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install rear brake rotor bolt (2) and tighten to 7 N·m (62 lb in).
- If the brake rotor was removed and installed as part of a brake system
repair, measure the assembled LRO of the brake rotor to
ensure optimum performance of the disc brakes. Refer to Brake Rotor
Assembled Lateral Runout Measurement.
- If the brake rotor assembled LRO measurement exceeds the specification,
bring the LRO to within specifications. Refer to Brake Rotor
Assembled Lateral Runout Correction.
Special Tools
CH-313 Slide Hammer
CH-6003 Axle Shaft Remover
CH-49376 Holding Wrench
CH-49400 Hub Spindle Remover
DT-6332 Seal Protector
EN-956-1 Extension
For equivalent regional too ...
Special Tools
CH 41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit
CH 42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warni ...
Other materials:
Rear Bumper Fascia Outer Guide Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement.
Rear Bumper Fascia Outer Guide Rivet (Qty: 3)
Special Tools
BO-594-A Hand Rivet Tongs
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Rear Bumper Fascia Outer Guide
...
Steering Column in Lock Position Caution
Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure
the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering
column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will
prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR
system. The steering ...
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 System. Refer to SIR Disabling
and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to ...