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.

1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
3. Remove all related panels and components.
4. Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
5. Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.

6. Create cut lines on the rear side rail.

Note: Do not damage any other panels or reinforcements.

7. Cut the panel where sectioning is to be performed.

8. Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the rear side rail.
9. Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.

10. Remove  the damaged rear side rail.