Chevrolet Captiva Manual page 32

TRAINING
Self Leveliser
The Self Leveliser is used to maintain a constant
vehicle body height at the rear axle under various
loading conditions. The Self Leveliser system con-
sists of two rear shock absorbers with the inte-
grated self leveliser function. It is a fully automatic
system and has no electrical components.
Upon loading the vehicle, the body will lower
according to the weight. As soon as the vehicle is
driven, the pumping action of the shock absorbers
starts to level the body. Upon unloading the vehi-
cle, the body height regains its normal height with-
out having to drive.
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The Self Leveliser shock absorber is a closed and
sealed unit and integrates the Self Leveliser func-
tionality.
The Self Leveliser shock absorbers are not service
repairable. Do not attempt to open or drill holes in
the shock absorber. Always replace malfunctioning
Self Leveliser shock absorbers as an assembly.
The Self Leveliser shock absorbers can be mounted
as an Aftersales accessory.
1. Outlet valve
2. Pump chamber
3. Check valve
4. Pump tube
5. Height sensor
6. Pump rod seal
7. Pump rod
8. Diaphragm
9. Nitrogen gas
10. High pressure chamber
11. Low pressure chamber
12. Relief orifice
13. Piston valve
14. Nitrogen gas
15. Inlet valve
16. Main seal
17. Oil seal