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 factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.
- Drill all factory welds lower.
- Drill all factory welds upper.
- Remove the damaged body lock pillar inner panel.
Body Lock Pillar Inner Panel Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Installation Procedure
Create 6 x 20 mm (4/16 x 11/16 in) slots for MIG-brazing along the upper
edges of the service panel as noted from the original
panel.
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for brazing ...
Other materials:
Rear Compartment Lid Adjustment
Rear Compartment Lid
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Procedure
Loosen the rear compartment lid hinge bolt (Qty: 4) to
adjust the rear compartment lid.
Adjust the rear compartment lid in order to obtain an even gap between
the rear compartment ...
Scrapping Procedure
During the course of a vehicle's useful life, certain situations may arise
which will necessitate the disposal of a live (undeployed)
pretensioner. The following information covers the proper procedures for the
disposing of a live (undeployed) pretensioner. Deploy the
pretensioner before dispo ...
General Plastic Repair
Warning: In order to reduce the risk of personal injury when exposed
to toxic fumes while grinding, cutting, or applying repair material on
any type of sheet molded compound or RIM rigid plastic, observe the following
guidelines:
Work in a properly ventilated area
Apply protective cream t ...
