Off-Road Recovery
The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Follow these tips:
Loss of Control
Skidding
There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems:
Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible.
If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these suggestions:
The vehicle may straighten out.
Be ready for a second skid if it occurs.
Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid.
Chevrolet Captiva Owners Manual > Vehicle Messages: Engine Cooling System Messages, Engine Oil Messages
Engine Cooling System Messages
ENGINE HOT A/C (Air
Conditioning) OFF
This message displays when the
engine coolant becomes hotter than
the normal operating temperature.
To avoid added strain on a hot
engine, the air conditioning
compressor is automatically turned
off. When the coolant tem ...