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Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure

  1. Position the front end upper tie bar (1) on the vehicle.
  2. Verify the fit of the front end upper tie bar.
  3. Clamp the front end upper tie bar into position.

  1. Weld seam accordingly.

  1. Weld seam accordingly.
  2. Grind down weld seams as needed for related panels and components.

  1. Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the service panel as noted from the original panel.
  2. Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.

  1. Position the front end sheet metal cross panel reinforcement (1) on the vehicle.
  2. Verify the fit of the front end upper tie bar.
  3. Clamp the front end sheet metal cross panel reinforcement into position.

  1. Plug weld accordingly.
  2. Install front bumper impact bar before applying the sealers and anti-corrosion materials.
  3. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair
  4. Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems
  5. Install all related panels and components
  6. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
  7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling
Removal Procedure
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 an ...

Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement (MIG-Brazing)
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...

Other materials:

Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Replacement
Preliminary Procedure Remove hood primary latch release cable handle. Refer to Hood Primary Latch  Release Cable Handle Replacement. Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement Remove the radiator grille support. Refer to Radiator Grille Reinforcem ...

Aluminum Wheel Refinishing
Finish Damage Evaluation Procedure Note: If the wheels are chrome-plated, do not re-plate or refinish the wheels. If the wheels are polished aluminum, do not refinish the wheels in the dealer environment. Utilize a refinisher that meets manufacturer guidelines. Inspect the wheel ...

Rear Compartment Lid Adjustment
Rear Compartment Lid Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section. Procedure Loosen the rear compartment lid hinge bolt (Qty: 4) to   adjust the rear compartment lid. Adjust the rear compartment lid in order to obtain an even gap between the rear compartment ...

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