Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Rear Side Door Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
- Remove the rear side door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Replacement.
Rear Side Door Check Link Bolt Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Procedure
- Remove the water deflector
- Disconnect the door electrical connector.
- Support the door before removing the hinge bolts
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the door.
Tighten 25 N·m (18 lb ft)
- Rear Side Door Lower Hinge Bolt (Qty: 2)
Tighten 25 N·m (18 lb ft)
- Rear Side Door Upper Hinge Bolt (Qty: 2)
Tighten 25 N·m (18 lb ft)
- Rear Side Door
Procedure
- Transfer all of the internal components.
- Adjust the rear side door as needed. Refer to Rear Side Door Adjustment.
Rear Side Door Adjustment
Rear Side Door
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Procedure
Loosen the rear door hinge bolt (Qty: 4) to adjust the rear door.
Adjust the rear door in order to ...
Front Fender Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia
Replacement
Remove front bumper fascia guide. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia
Replacement
Remove ...
Other materials:
Hood
To open the hood:
1. Pull up on the hood release handle. It is located inside the vehicle to the
left of the steering column.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood release handle
toward the driver side of the vehicle.
3. Lift the hood and release the hood prop fr ...
Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat
or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include:
• Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
• Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
• Shift to a lower g ...
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 no ...
