Chevrolet Captiva Service & Repair Manual: Steering & Suspension
The first-generation Chevrolet Captiva's steering and suspension systems first-generation play crucial roles in its handling, comfort, and overall performance. The steering system comprises components like the steering wheel, steering column, steering gear, and tie rods, responsible for translating driver input into vehicle movement. Power steering assistance, common in modern vehicles, enhances steering ease and precision.
On the suspension front, the Captiva employs a front MacPherson strut and rear multi-link setup to provide a balance of ride comfort and handling stability. These systems include shock absorbers, springs, control arms, and sway bars, contributing to smooth rides and controlled cornering. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components are vital for optimal performance, ensuring proper wheel alignment, damping, and overall vehicle stability.
Chevrolet Captiva Service manual details procedures for inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing steering and suspension components, including wheel alignment, tire balancing, and replacement of worn parts like bushings, ball joints, and shocks. Proper care and maintenance of these systems help preserve driving dynamics, reduce tire wear, and enhance overall safety and driver confidence. Understanding these aspects allows technicians and owners to address steering and suspension issues effectively, maintaining the Captiva's performance and handling characteristics.
- Power Steering Line R&R
- Power Steering Pump R&R
- Power Steering System Bleed
- Power Steering System Fluid Cooler R&R
- Power Steering System Leak Inspection
- Rack & Pinion Assembly R&R
- Stabilizer Bar Bushing R&R
- Stabilizer Bar Link Kit R&R
- Stabilizer Bar R&R
- Steering Knuckle R&R
- Suspension Ball Joint R&R
- Suspension Coil Spring R&R
- Suspension Control Arm Bushings R&R
- Suspension Control Arm R&R
- Suspension Shock Absorber R&R
- Suspension Strut Assembly R&R
- Suspension Strut Bearing Assembly R&R
- Suspension Strut Cartridge R&R
- Suspension Strut Mount Assembly R&R
- Suspension System Inspect
- Tie Rod R&R
- Tire & Wheel Assembly Balance
- Tire & Wheel Assembly Rotate & Balance
- Tire Rotate
- Trailing Arm R&R
- Wheel Hub & Bearing Assembly R&R
- Wheel Lug Stud R&R
- Wheel R&R
Drive Belt Tensioner R&R
1.
Remove drive belt.
2.
Remove drive belt tensioner bolt,
Fig. 1.
3.
Remove drive belt tensioner, Fig.
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Power Steering Line R&R
Steering Gear Outlet & Fluid Reservoir Inlet
Removal
1.
Remove as much power steering fluid
from power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
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Chevrolet Captiva Service & Repair Manual > Air Bags: Description & Operation
The air bag system helps supplement
protection offered by the driver and front passenger seat belts by deploying
air bag modules from center of steering wheel, passenger instrument panel,
front and rear sides of seats, sides of roof panel and driver and passenger
knee air bags ...
Chevrolet Captiva Owners Manual
- Introduction
- In Brief
- Keys, Doors, and Windows
- Seats and Restraints
- Storage
- Instruments and Controls
- Lighting
- Infotainment System
- Climate Controls
- Driving and Operating
- Vehicle Care
- Service and Maintenance
- Technical Data
- OnStar
Chevrolet Captiva Service & Repair Manual
