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Chevrolet Cruze L4-1.4L Turbo (2011)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment: Description and Operation (page 3 of 4)

Make
Chevrolet
Model
Cruze
Engine
L4-1.4L Turbo
Year
2011
Section
Alignment
MaintenanceDescription and Operation · page 3 of 4
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The left and right P and R height differences should be no more than 10 mm (0.39 in). 

1. Push the front bumper down a minimum of 25 mm (1 in) , and release. Perform this step three times.
2. Measure and record the trim height per the "Measurement Definitions" above.
3. Lift the bumper up a minimum of 25 mm (1 in) , and release. Perform this step three times.
4. Measure and record the trim height per the "Measurement Definitions" above.
5. The true P height measurement is the average of the measurements taken in step 2 and 4. Refer to Trim Height Specifications   (See:

Specifications/Mechanical Specifications/Suspension/System Specifications/Trim Height Specifications).

6. Repeat the above steps at the rear of the vehicle for the R heights.
7. If the P and R heights are outside of the specifications, measure the Z and D heights. 

Measuring the Z Dimension

Measurement Definitions

The Z Height: The vertical distance from the cradle side rail bottom surface (2) accessed through hole in the engine shield to the center of the ball joint
cup (1).

Use the following procedures to measure the Z dimensions:

Note:  The left and right Z height differences should be no more than 10 mm (0.39 in). 

1. Push the front bumper down a minimum of 25 mm (1 in). Perform this step three times.
2. Measure and record the trim height per the "Measurement Definitions" above.
3. Lift the front bumper a minimum of 25 mm (1 in). Perform this step three times.
4. Measure and record the trim height per the "Measurement Definitions" above.
5. The true Z height dimension is the average of the measurements taken in steps 2 and 4. Refer to Trim Height Specifications   (See:

Specifications/Mechanical Specifications/Suspension/System Specifications/Trim Height Specifications).

6. If these measurements are out of specifications, inspect for the following conditions:

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Worn or damaged suspension components

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Collision damage

D Height Measurement

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