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Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Rear Suspension Description and Operation

Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual / Suspension / Rear Suspension / Rear Suspension Description and Operation

This vehicle has a semi-independent twist-beam rear suspension system consisting of the following components:

Axle Assembly

The axle assembly (1) attaches to the underbody through a rubber bushing and

The axle assembly (1) attaches to the underbody through a rubber bushing and bracket located at the front of each integral trailing arm.

The brackets are attached to the underbody side rails with bolts (2). The axle structure itself maintains the geometrical relationship of the wheels relative to the centerline of the body.

Special Tools and Equipment

Tires and Wheels

Wheel Stud Replacement
Removal Procedure Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting  and Jacking the Vehicle. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installati ...

Tires and Wheels
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Other materials:

Hood Replacement
Warning: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury. Preliminary Procedure Remove the windshield washer nozzle hose. Refer to Windshield Washer Nozzle Hose Replacement. Hood ...

Backup Lamp Replacement
Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear compartment sill trim plate. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill  Trim Plate Replacement. Disconnect the electrical harness connector from the backup lamp socket. Back Up Lamp Nut (Qty: 4) Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface ...

Front Side Door Trim Replacement
Front Side Door Pull Handle Bolt Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section. Tighten 2 N·m (18 lb in) Front Side Door Inside Handle Bolt Finish Cap Tip Pull handle back to remove cap. Use suitable tool to unsnap. Front Side Door Inside Handle Bolt Tighten ...

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