2016 Chevrolet Cruze Service and Repair Manual

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2016 Chevrolet Cruze service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
  • Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

  • LTZ Sedan 4-Door
  • Premier Sedan 4-Door
  • L Sedan 4-Door
  • LT Sedan 4-Door
  • LS Sedan 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 1.4L 1364CC 83Cu. In. l4 GAS Turbocharged
  • 1.4L 1399CC 85Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
  • 1.8L 1796CC 110Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #17V05700026/01/2017Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. A bracket used in the driver or front passenger seat-back recliner mechanism may have been incorre

Consequence

In a crash, the seat-backs for the front seats may break, increasing the risk of injury to

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seats, replacing any w

NHTSA #16V50200005/07/2016Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed

Consequence

If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupa

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder

NHTSA #16V49800001/07/2016Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Cruze vehicles manufactured November 5, 2015, to May 26, 2016. The headlight assemblies are not marked with a three-di

Consequence

Without the identification code, the headlights may be improperly aimed during service, re

Remedy

GM will mail owners instructions and adhesive labels, with the correct code, to install on

TSB #11030974

This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

TSB #11030092

This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

TSB #11030091

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

TSB #11027601

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

TSB #11026104

This service bulletin provides information on Tire Sidewall Irregularities.

TSB #11026017

This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.

TSB #11025755

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customers vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the s

TSB #11025552

This service bulletin provides procedures to correct customer concerns of Poor Engine Performance in Extremely Cold Weather Conditions, Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Icing - Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated with DTCs P0299, P0234, P02

Showing the 8 most recent of 1329 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20221125Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze D2. The contact stated that while driving 20-25 MPH, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. As a result, t

20231105Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

Hit a buck on highway. When airbags went off I felt sudden sharp pain in my left arm. I was later advised that it most likely was shrapnel from the airbag. It was obvious from

20230519Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

My 21 yr old daughter was in serious accident May 3. 2022 on the way to her college. The accident was horrific. Her left hand middle finger was impaled by a piece of metal L shaped

20210213Component: ENGINECrash reported1 injured

SECOND REPORT I'M MAKING ABOUT THIS CARS ENGINE PROBLEMS THE STABILITY TRACK AND REDUCED ENGINE POWER CAUSED MY CAR TO STOP ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND I ALMOST HIT SOMEONE ! PLEASE INVE

Showing the 4 most serious of 387 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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