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Chevrolet Captiva 2014 User Manual

Chevrolet Captiva 2014
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Chevrolet Captiva Sport Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Mexico-
6014141) - 2014 - crc - 8/13/13
2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-36
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-42
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-14
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-21
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-28
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-32
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-47
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37

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Chevrolet Captiva 2014 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandChevrolet
ModelCaptiva 2014
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's instrument panel and its components.

Initial Drive Information

Overview of important features for starting and operating the vehicle.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Information on vehicle access, security, and window operation.

Seats and Restraints

Guidance on adjusting and using vehicle seats and restraint systems.

Storage Compartments

Details on various storage areas within the vehicle.

Instruments and Controls

Explanation of dashboard indicators, gauges, and controls.

Lighting

Information on exterior and interior lighting systems and controls.

Infotainment System

Guide to the vehicle's audio, communication, and information system.

Climate Controls

Instructions for operating the vehicle's heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.

Driving and Operating

Guidance on safe driving practices and vehicle operation.

Vehicle Care

Information on maintaining the vehicle's mechanical and cosmetic condition.

Introduction

About Driving the Vehicle

Key guidelines and warnings for operating the vehicle safely.

Danger, Warnings, and Cautions

Explanation of safety alert symbols and their meanings.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Details on vehicle keys, locks, and remote entry systems.

Doors

Information on liftgate operation and vehicle security features.

Exterior Mirrors

Adjusting and operating the vehicle's exterior mirrors.

Interior Mirrors

Adjusting and maintaining interior rearview mirrors.

Windows

Operation of power windows, express-down, and lockout features.

Roof

Instructions for operating the vehicle's sunroof.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Proper adjustment and function of head restraints for occupant safety.

Front Seats

Adjusting manual and power seats, lumbar, and seatback features.

Safety Belts

Guidelines for proper safety belt usage and system checks.

Airbag System

Details on airbag types, locations, and system operation.

Child Restraints

Information on selecting and securing child restraints for various age groups.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Overview of storage areas: instrument panel, glove box, console, and sunglasses holder.

Additional Storage Features

Details on cargo cover, tie-downs, management system, and convenience net.

Roof Rack System

Information on using the roof rack for cargo transport.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Operation of steering wheel, horn, wipers, and other vehicle controls.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of dashboard warning lights and their meanings.

Information Displays

Details on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and its displays.

Vehicle Messages

Explanation of messages displayed on the DIC for vehicle status and actions.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Operation of exterior lamps including controls, DRL, and flashers.

Interior Lighting

Control of instrument panel illumination, dome, and reading lamps.

Lighting Features

Information on entry lighting, battery load management, and power protection.

Infotainment System

Introduction

Overview of the infotainment system's features and safety guidelines.

Radio

Operation of AM-FM radio, RDS, station finding, and favorites.

Audio Players

Guidance on using CD players, MP3s, and auxiliary devices.

Phone

Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, and hands-free calling.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Operation of the vehicle's heating, cooling, and ventilation system.

Air Vents

Adjusting airflow direction and speed using louvers and thumbwheels.

Maintenance

Instructions for replacing the passenger compartment air filter.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Factors affecting vehicle performance: driver behavior, environment, and design.

Starting and Operating

Guidelines for new vehicle break-in and ignition positions.

Automatic Transmission

Operation of transmission modes including Park, Drive, and Manual.

Drive Systems

Information on All-Wheel Drive and its operation.

Brakes

Details on the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and parking brake operation.

Cruise Control

How to set, use, and disengage cruise control for speed management.

Driver Assistance Systems

Information on Ultrasonic Parking Assist and Rear Vision Camera.

Fuel

Guidance on fuel types, recommendations, and filling the tank safely.

Trailer Towing

Important considerations for towing trailers safely and legally.

Conversions and Add-Ons

Precautions regarding electrical equipment and aftermarket modifications.

Vehicle Care

General Information

Importance of dealer service and genuine GM parts.

Vehicle Checks

Routine checks for hood, engine, fluids, battery, and other components.

Headlamp Aiming

Information on the preset aiming of headlamps and when adjustment may be needed.

Bulb Replacement

Procedures for replacing various exterior and interior light bulbs.

Electrical System

Protection against electrical overload via fuses and circuit breakers.

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire maintenance, types, pressure, and replacement.

Jump Starting

Safe procedures for jump starting a vehicle with a dead battery.

Towing the Vehicle

Guidelines for towing disabled vehicles and precautions to avoid damage.

Recreational Vehicle Towing

Considerations for towing the vehicle behind an RV, including dinghy and dolly towing.

Appearance Care

Instructions for washing, drying, and protecting the vehicle's exterior finish.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of regular maintenance for vehicle value and performance.

Maintenance Schedule

Owner checks and services required at different intervals.

Special Application Services

Specific services for severe commercial use and underbody maintenance.

Additional Maintenance and Care

Guidance on battery, belts, brakes, and fluid checks.

Recommended Fluids

List of recommended fluids and lubricants for the vehicle.

Maintenance Replacement Parts

Part numbers for common replacement items like filters and spark plugs.

Maintenance Records

Logbook for recording service dates, odometer readings, and services performed.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and its location.

Engine Identification

Details on the engine code within the VIN for specifications.

Service Parts Identification Label

Location and content of the glove box service parts label.

Vehicle Data

Capacities and specifications for refrigerant, coolant, oil, fuel, and torque.

Engine Drive Belt Routing

Diagrams showing engine drive belt routing for different engine types.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps for resolving customer concerns with dealerships and GM.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to the US and Canadian governments.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on vehicle computer data recording and privacy policies.

Event Data Recorders

Purpose and data recorded by the vehicle's Event Data Recorder (EDR).

OnStar®

Overview of OnStar services, features, and system status.

Roadside Assistance Program

Details on services provided, coverage, and limitations of the program.

Scheduling Service Appointments

Guidance on contacting dealers to schedule warranty service appointments.

Courtesy Transportation Program

Information on courtesy rental vehicles and shuttle services.

Collision Damage Repair

Recommendations for collision repair and parts selection.

Service Publications Ordering Information

How to order service manuals and bulletins for vehicle maintenance.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Introduction to the comprehensive in-vehicle OnStar system.

OnStar Services

Details on Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Diagnostics services.

OnStar Additional Information

Information on transferring service, reactivation, and potential issues.

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