Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Strut, Strut Component, or Spring Replacement
Special Tools
- CH-6068 Spring Tensioner Device
- CH-6066 Holding Device
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Disassembly Procedure
- Remove the strut assembly. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement.
- Install the strut to the CH-6066 holder (5).
- Tension spring (4), using CH-6068 tensioner to remove the spring tension from the upper strut mount.
- Remove the strut nut (2).
- Remove the strut mount insulator washer (3).
- Remove the front spring strut components:
6.1. Remove the strut mount insulator assembly (2). Inspect for damage and replace as necessary.
6.2. Remove the strut mount bearing assembly (3). Inspect for damage and replace as necessary.
6.3. Remove the bumper (4). Inspect for damage and replace as necessary.
6.4. Remove the insulator (5). Inspect for damage and replace as necessary.
6.5. Remove the spring (6) with CH-6068 tensioner (1).
6.6. Remove the spring tension using the CH-6068 tensioner . Inspect for damage and replace as necessary.
6.7. Remove the strut (7) from CH-6066 holder (8).
- Remove the lower insulator (1). Inspect for damage and replace as necessary
Assembly Procedure
- Install the lower insulator (1).
- Install the spring strut components:
2.1. Install the strut (7) to the CH-6066 holder (8).
2.2. Install the spring (6) to the CH-6068 tensioner (1), compress spring to remove the spring tension.
2.3. Install the spring (6) to the strut (7).
2.4. Install the insulator (5) to the strut (7).
2.5. Install the bumper (4) to the strut (7).
2.6. Install the strut mount bearing (3) to the strut (7).
2.7. Install the mount insulator assembly (2) to the strut (7).
- Install the strut mount insulator washer (3).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the strut nut (2) to the strut shaft and tighten to 70 N·m (52 lb ft).
- Remove the CH-6068 tensioner (1) from the spring (4).
- Remove the front strut from CH-6066 holder (5).
- Install the strut assembly. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement.
Shock Absorber Disposal
Warning: Use the proper eye protection when drilling to prevent
metal chips from causing physical injury.
Clamp the strut in a vise horizontally with the rod ( 1) completely
extended.
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Front Suspension Description and Operation
The front suspension has 2 primary purposes:
Isolate the driver from irregularities in the road surface.
Define the ride and handling characteristics of the vehicle.
The front suspension abso ...
Other materials:
Tyre Dismounting and Mounting
Caution: Use a tire changing machine in order to dismount tires. Do
not use hand tools or tire irons alone in order to remove the tire from
the wheel. Damage to the tire beads or the wheel rim could result.
Caution: Do not scratch or damage the clear coating on aluminum wheels with the
tire ...
Installation Procedure
Create 5 x 18 mm (4/16 x 11/16 in) slots for MIG-brazing
(1).
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for spot welding and brazing.
Note: In MIG-brazing areas 50 mm (2 in) must be kept clear
of structural adhesive.
Apply structural adhesive to all attaching surfaces ...
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel
nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace it.
Some aluminum wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions
exist.
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