Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Front Wheelhouse Front Panel Replacement (MAG-Welding)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the regional mandatory joining methods are allowed.
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 th ...
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 ...
Other materials:
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 Batter ...
SIR Identification Views
The SIR Identification Views shown below illustrate the approximate location
of all SIR components available for the vehicle. This will assist
in determining the appropriate SIR Disabling and Enabling for a given service
procedure, refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Front End Sensor-- ...
Generator Air Conditioning Compressor,Power Steering Pump Belt Replacement
Removal Procedure
Raise the vehicle full height. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the front compartment splash shield. Refer to Front Compartment
Splash Shield Replacement.
Rotate the drive belt tensioner bolt (2) clockwise.
Remove the drive belt (1) while pullin ...
