Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Squeaks and Rattles
Note: Squeaks and rattles are caused by improperly controlled relative motion between vehicle components. There are 4 ways to prevent squeaks and rattles.
- Attach the component that squeaks or rattles securely.
- Separate the components that squeak or rattle to prevent contact.
- Insulate the components that squeak or rattle.
- Insulate low uniform friction surfaces to eliminate stickslip motion.
Symptoms - Squeaks and Rattles
Table 1: Rattle Coming From the Side Rail
Table 2: Rattle Under Vehicle at Higher RPM
Table 3: Thump From Rear of Vehicle on Bumps
Table 4: Glass Knock Coming From the Rear of the Vehicle When Driv ...
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Variable Effort Steering System Description and Operation
The Variable Effort Steering (VES) system or MAGNASTEER® varies the amount of
effort required to steer the vehicle as vehicle speed
changes. At low speeds, the system provides minimal steering effort for easy
turning and parking maneuvers. Steering effort is increased
at higher speeds to provi ...
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Collision Sectioning 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 Dis ...
Installation Procedure
Install the following components on the drivetrain and front suspension
frame:
CH 49460-1 adapter (2).
CH 49460-2 adapter (4).
CH 6615-10 hydraulic cylinder (1).
NEW frame insulator (3)
Note: Check marking of frame insulator.
Press carefully the frame insulator in to the ...
