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Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the Preface section.

Warning: Refer to Collision Sectioning Warning in the Preface section.

Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR  Disabling and Enabling.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
  3. Remove all related panels and components.
  4. Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
  5. Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.

  1. Create cut lines on the front compartment front rail.

Note: Do not damage internal reinforcement of front compartment

Note: Do not damage internal reinforcement of front compartment side rail.

  1. Cut the panel where sectioning is to be performed.

Note: Left side only.

Note: Left side only.

  1. Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the front  compartment front rail.
  2. Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.

  1. Remove the damaged front compartment front rail.
Front Compartment Side Rail Sectioning (Short, MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...

Installation Procedure
Cut the front compartment front rail in corresponding locations to fit the remaining original panel. The sectioning joint should be trimmed to allow a gap of one-and-one-half-times the met ...

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Using the System
The infotainment system is controlled by touching the screen, and by using the knobs and other buttons. Voice recognition, through the steering wheel controls, can be used to control the infotainment features. Press on the steering wheel controls to begin voice recognition. See Voice Recog ...

Rear Side Door Wiring Harness Replacement
Preliminary Procedure Remove the rear side door inner panel trim. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Replacement. Rear Side Door Wiring Harness Warning: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF befor ...

Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement (1.6L LXT)
Removal Procedure Warning: Refer to Hot Exhaust System Warning in the Preface section. Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning in the Preface section. Open the hood. Raise the vehicle by its full height. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. Remove the heate ...

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