Cruze

Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Front Support Replacement - MAG-Welding

Note : According to different corrosion warranties, only the regional mandatory joining methods are allowed.

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.

1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
3. Remove all related panels and components.
4. Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
5. Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair : Base .



6. Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds and weld seams of the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support.



7. Drill out front flange of front suspension support frame from above through the front compartment side rail.

Note : Drill holes are necessary for later plug welds.

8. Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.



9. Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support.

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



3. Position the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support on the vehicle.
4. Verify the fit of the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support.
5. Clamp the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support into position.



6. Plug weld accordingly.



7. Weld seam as noted from the original panel from the drivetrain and front suspension frame front support to the front compartment side rail.
8. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair : Base .
9. Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems .
10. Install all related panels and components.
11. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
12. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .