Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Removal Procedure
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 the rear side door. Refer to Rear Side Door Replacement.
- Remove the rear side door outside handle. Refer to Rear Side Door
Outside Handle Replacement.
- Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as
necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.

- Grind the edges of the rear side door outer panel to separate the outer
door panel from the door shell.

- Remove the rear side door outer door panel.
- Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as
necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
- Straighten the edges of the door shell.
Special Tools
BO-6396 Bonding Pliers
BO-6392 Flanging Tool Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional m ...
Apply structural adhesive on the flanges of the rear side door inner
panel where the rear side door outer panel bears on.
Align the rear side door outer panel.
Verify the fit of the rear sid ...
Other materials:
Installation Procedure
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
Position the roof rear header panel (1) on the vehicle.
Verify the fit of the panel.
Clamp the roof rear header panel into position.
Spot weld accordingly as noted from the original panel.
Apply the sealer ...
Fuel Additives
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to
contain additives that help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming,
allowing the emission control system to work properly. In most cases, nothing should
have to be added to the fuel.
However, some gas ...
Hydraulic Clutch
For vehicles with a manual transmission, it is not necessary to regularly check
brake/clutch fluid unless there is a leak suspected.
Adding fluid will not correct a leak.
A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected
and repaired.
When to Check and What to Us ...