Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: 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.

- Weld seam accordingly.

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

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

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

- Plug weld accordingly.
- Install front bumper impact bar before applying the sealers and
anti-corrosion materials.
- Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as
necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair
- Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems
- Install all related panels and components
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling
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 ...
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
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Definition of Danger, Warning, Caution, and Note
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Importants. GM is dedicated to the presentation of service information that
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Tire Pressure Monitor System
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses radio and sensor technology to check
tire pressure levels. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and
transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be check ...
Older Children
Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle safety
belts.
The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight
and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder
belt until the child passes the fit test below: ...