Chevrolet Captiva C140 Manual page 290

7-6 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Item Maintenance Item Maintenance Item
Maintenance Item Maintenance Item
If driving under severe conditions : driving in hilly or mountainous terrain, or towing a trailer frequently, brake fluid may
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require replacement more often.
Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings,
and clamps; replace with genuine parts if needed. To help ensure correct operation, a pressure test of the cooling
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system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended.
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety belt assemblies are working correctly. Look for any other loose or
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repaired. Ensure any torn or frayed safety belts are replaced.
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, door hinges and latches, hood hinges and latches, and trunk lid hinges and latches.
More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on
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weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:
• In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
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• In hilly or mountainous terrain.
transmission
• When doing frequent trailer towing.
• Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery service.
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