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 rear end panel plate.
Note: Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.
- Drill all factory welds.
- Remove the underbody rear side rail reinforcement.
Underbody Rear Side Rail Reinforcement Replacement (MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Installation Procedure
Note: If the location of the original plug weld holes can
not be determined, space the plug weld holes every 40 mm (1½ in).
Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of th ...
Other materials:
General Information
Your vehicle is an important investment. This section describes the required
maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this schedule to help protect against major
repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance. It may also help
to maintain the value of the vehicle if it is sold. It ...
Service Vehicle Messages
SERVICE AC SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a problem with the air conditioning system.
Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.
SERVICE POWER STEERING
This message displays if there is a problem with the power steering system. Take
the vehicle to your dealer for service.
SERVICE ...
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps can make it easier for others to see the front of your
vehicle during the day. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all
vehicles first sold in Canada.
A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure
it is not covered.
The D ...
