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:
Rear Bumper Fascia Outer Guide Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement.
Rear Bumper Fascia Outer Guide Rivet (Qty: 3)
Special Tools
BO-594-A Hand Rivet Tongs
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Rear Bumper Fascia Outer Guide
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Radio Data System (RDS)
RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
With RDS, the radio can:
• Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming.
• Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies.
• Display messages from radio stations.
Thi ...
Climate Controls
The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled
with these systems.
Vehicles without Air Conditioning
1. Temperature Control
2. Bi-level Air Mode
3. Floor Air Mode
4. Vent Air Mode
5. Fan Control
6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped)
7. Re ...
