Chevrolet Captiva Owner's Manual page 268

9-70 Vehicle Care
Wheels and Trim - Aluminum Or
Chrome
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap
and water to clean the wheels. After
rinsing thoroughly with clean water,
dry with a soft, clean towel. A wax may
then be applied.
Caution
Chrome wheels and other chrome
trim may be damaged if the vehicle is
not washed after driving on roads
that have been sprayed with magne-
sium, calcium, or sodium chloride.
These chlorides are used on roads for
conditions such as ice and dust.
Always wash the chrome with soap
and water after exposure.
Caution
To avoid surface damage, do not use
strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive
polishes, cleaners, brushes, or
cleaners that contain acid on
aluminum or chrome-plated wheels.
Use only approved cleaners. Also,
never drive a vehicle with aluminum
or chrome-plated wheels through an
automatic car wash that uses silicone
carbide tire cleaning brushes.
Damage could occur and the repairs
would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Steering, Suspension, and Chassis
Components
Visually inspect the front and rear
suspension and steering system for
damaged, loose, or missing parts or
signs of wear. Inspect the power
steering for proper hook-up, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually
check constant velocity joints, rubber
boots, and axle seals for leaks.
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood
hinges, tailgate hinges, and the steel
fuel door hinge unless the components
are plastic. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth will
make them last longer, seal better, and
not stick or squeak.
Underbody Maintenance
Use plain water to flush dirt and debris
from the vehicle's underbody. Your
CHEVROLET retailer or an underbody
car washing system can do this. If not
removed, rust and corrosion can
develop.
Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and requires
sheet metal repair or replacement, make
sure the body repair shop applies anti-
corrosion material to parts repaired or
replaced to restore corrosion protec-
tion.