Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: 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 Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
- Remove all related panels and components.
- Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
- Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
- Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the front wheelhouse panel rear reinforcement.
- Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.
- Remove the front wheelhouse panel rear reinforcement.
Front Wheelhouse Panel Rear Reinforcement Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Installation Procedure
Create 5 x 18 mm (4/16 x 11/16 in) slots for MIG-Brazing along the edges
of the front wheelhouse panel rear reinforcement as
noted from the original panel.
Create a 5 x 18 mm (4/ ...
Other materials:
CD Player
The CD player can play audio CDs and MP3 CDs.
The CD player will not play 8 cm (3 in) CDs.
Care of CDs
Sound quality can be reduced due to disc quality, recording method, quality of
the music recorded, and how the disc has been handled.
Handle discs carefully and store them in their original c ...
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
Driving with a Trailer
When towing a trailer:
• Become familiar with the state and local laws that apply specifically to trailer
towing.
• Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent damage to the
engine, axle or other parts.
• Then, during the first 800 km (500 mi) tra ...
Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the left outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover
Replacement - Left Side.
Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Screw (Qty: 3)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten
2.5 N·m (23 lb in)
Instrument Panel ...