Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure
- Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
- Apply structural adhesive to the attaching surfaces.
- Position the body rear end panel on the vehicle.
- Verify the fit of the body rear end panel.
- Clamp the body rear end panel into position.
- Spot weld accordingly as noted from the original part.
- Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
- Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems.
- Install all related panels and components.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
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 Syst ...
Rear Bumper Impact Bar Stud Plate Replacement (MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Other materials:
Problems with Route Guidance
Inappropriate route guidance can occur under one or more of the following conditions:
• The turn was not made on the road indicated.
• Route guidance might not be available when using automatic rerouting for the next
right or left turn.
• The route might not be changed when using automati ...
Steering Column in Lock Position Caution
Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure
the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering
column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will
prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR
system. The steering ...
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the trunk, under the load floor,
behind an access panel.
To remove the kit:
1. Open the trunk.
2. Turn the left knob counterclockwise and the right knob clockwise, 90 degrees,
at the same time. Then pull the access panel rearward and up to r ...
