Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Installation Procedure

- Remove the front wheelhouse rear panel brace (1) from service panel.

- Create 6 x 20 mm (4/16 x 12/16 in) slots for MIG-brazing along the edges
of the front wheelhouse (1).
- Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for brazing.

Note: In MIG-brazing areas 50 mm (2 in) must be kept clear of
structural adhesive.
- Apply structural adhesive on the front area (1) and create 6 x 20 mm
(4/16 x 12/16 in) slots for MIG-brazing where the front
wheelhouse and the front compartment side rail overlap (2).

- Position the front wheelhouse on the vehicle.
- Verify the fit of the front wheelhouse.
- Clamp the front wheelhouse into position.

- Braze accordingly.
- 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.
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 ...
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandatory joining methods are allowed. ...
Other materials:
Windshield Washer Pump Seal Replacement
Removal Procedure
Open the hood.
Remove the windshield washer pump. Refer to Windshield Washer Pump
Replacement
Using a small flat-bladed tool, remove the washer pump terminal seal (1)
from the washer solvent container (2).
Installation Procedure
Position the washer pump ...
Passenger Seat Frame Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove front seat cushion cover (1) and pad (2) from frame (3). Refer to
Front Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement
Remove the wire harness (1), if equipped.
Remove front seat back cushion cover (1) and pad (2) from frame (3).
Refer to Driv ...
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
WARNING
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle.
It should be parked on a level surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
Be rea ...