Battery - Chevrolet Captiva Owner's Manual

9-26 Vehicle Care
Caution
Make sure you thoroughly clean
around the clutch fluid reservoir cap
before removing the cap.
Contamination of the clutch fluid
system can affect system perfor-
mance, leading to costly repairs.
Caution
An overflow of clutch fluid on the
engine may cause the fluid to burn.
Do not overfill the reservoir.
An engine fire can cause personal
injuries and damage your vehicle
and other property.
Caution
Do not dispose of used clutch fluid
with your household waste.
Use your local, authorised waste
management facility.
Used clutch fluid and their contain-
ers are hazardous. They can damage
your health and the environment.
Caution
Clutch fluid is harsh and can irritate
skin and eyes.
Do not allow the clutch fluid to
contact your skin or eyes. If it does,
immediately wash the affected area
thoroughly with soap and water, or
hand cleaner.

BATTERY

Refer to the original battery label when a
new battery is required. See Engine
Compartment Overview on page 9-5 for
battery location.
The vehicle battery is maintenance free.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at an
appropriate recycling collection point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than 4
weeks can lead to battery discharge.
Disconnect the clamp from the negative
terminal of the vehicle battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched OFF
before connecting or disconnecting the
vehicle battery. See Battery Power
Protection on page 5-8.