Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual

Installation Procedure

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Chevrolet Cruze. Installation Procedure
  1. Create 5 x 18 mm (4/16 x 11/16 in) slots for MIG-Brazing along the edges of the front wheelhouse panel rear reinforcement as noted from the original panel.
    Chevrolet Cruze. Installation Procedure
  2. Create a 5 x 18 mm (4/16 x 11/16 in) slot for MIG-Brazing where front wheelhouse front panel and front wheelhouse panel rear reinforcement overlap.
  3. Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for brazing.
    Chevrolet Cruze. Installation Procedure
  4. Position the front wheelhouse panel rear reinforcement on the vehicle.
  5. Verify the fit of the front wheelhouse panel rear reinforcement.
  6. Clamp the front wheelhouse panel rear reinforcement into position.
    Chevrolet Cruze. Installation Procedure
  7. Braze accordingly.
    Chevrolet Cruze. Installation Procedure
  8. Braze the joint from front wheelhouse panel rear reinforcement to front wheelhouse front panel accordingly.
  9. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
  10. Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems.
  11. Install all related panels and components.
  12. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
  13. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.

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