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 (MIG-Brazing)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Installation Procedure
Create 8 24 mm (5/16 x 15/16 in) slots for MIG-brazing along the edges
of the underbody rear side rail reinforcement as noted from
the original panel.
Clean and prepare the attaching&nb ...
Other materials:
Rear Side Door Trim Replacement
Rear Side Door Inside Handle Bolt Finish Cap
Procedure
Pull handle back to remove cap. Use suitable tool to unsnap.
Rear Side Door Inside Handle Screw
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten
2.5 N·m (23 lb in)
Rear Side Door Pull Handle Screw
T ...
Horns
Specifications
Horn Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
Horn Nut
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten
17 N·m (13 lb ft)
Horn
Tip
Disconnect electrical connectors.
St ...
Starter Switch Check
WARNING
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake.
Do not use the accele ...
