Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure
- Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the rear bumper impact bar stud plate as noted from the original panel.
Note: If the location of the original plug weld holes can not be determined, space the plug weld holes every 40 mm (1½ in).
- Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
- Position the rear bumper impact bar stud plate on the vehicle.
- Verify the fit of the rear bumper impact bar stud plate.
- Clamp the rear bumper impact bar stud plate into position.
- Plug weld accordingly.
- 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 (MIG-Brazing)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Other materials:
Installation Procedure
Create 8 x 14 mm (5/16 x 15/16 in) slots for MIG-Brazing along the edges
of the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support
as noted from the original panel.
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for brazing.
Position the drivetrain and front suspension frame ...
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 ...
How To Indentify Plastic Parts
Plastic parts can be identified by the SAE code, which is usually found on
the rear of the part, and/or by the characteristics of the plastic.
Knowing the type of plastic aids in selecting the proper repair materials and in
selecting the proper repair procedure.
Look for the SAE code s ...
