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 front end sheet metal cross panel reinforcement (1).
- Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.
- Remove the front end sheet metal cross panel reinforcement (1).
- Drill all factory welds.
- Grind factory welds of the front end upper tie bar.
- Remove the front end upper tie bar (1).
Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Installation Procedure
Position the front end upper tie bar (1) on the vehicle.
Verify the fit of the front end upper tie bar.
Clamp the front end upper tie bar into position.
Braze accordingly.
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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 ...
Heating and Air Conditioning System Description and Operation
Engine Coolant
Engine coolant is the key element of the heating system. The thermostat
controls engine operating coolant temperature. The thermostat
also creates a restriction for the cooling system that promotes a positive
coolant flow and helps prevent cavitation. Coolant enters the
heater ...
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
To adjust the inside rearview mirror, hold the rearview mirror in the center
and move it to view the area behind the vehicle.
For vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror, the mirror will automatically
reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind.
The dimming feature and the indic ...
