2013 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA SPORT engine

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Service and Maintenance 11-3
Maintenance
Schedule Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Stop .
Check the engine oil level. See
Engine Oil on page 10 ‑ 8 .
Once a Month .
Check the tire inflation
pressures. See Tire Pressure on
page 10 ‑ 43 ..
Inspect the tires for wear. See
Tire Inspection on page 10 ‑ 49 ..
Check the windshield washer
fluid level. See Washer Fluid on
page 10 ‑ 20 . Engine Oil Change When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message displays, have the
engine oil and filter changed within
the next 1 000 km/600 mi. When the
CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOW
message displays, have the engine
oil and filter changed as soon as
possible. If driven under the best
conditions, the engine oil life system
might not indicate the need for
vehicle service for more than a year.
The engine oil and filter must be
changed at least once a year and
the oil life system must be reset.
Your trained dealer technician can
perform this work. If the engine oil
life system is reset accidentally,
service the vehicle within 5 000 km/
3,000 mi since the last service.
Reset the oil life system when the
oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life
System on page 10 ‑ 10 . Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the
following services. See Tire
Rotation on page 10 ‑ 49 . .
Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed,
change engine oil and filter, and
reset oil life system. See Engine
Oil on page 10 ‑ 8 and Engine Oil
Life System on page 10 ‑ 10 . .
Check engine coolant level. See
Engine Coolant on page 10 ‑ 14 . .
Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid on
page 10 ‑ 20 . .
Visually inspect windshield wiper
blades for wear, cracking,
or contamination. See Exterior
Care on page 10 ‑ 72 . Replace
worn or damaged wiper blades.
See Wiper Blade Replacement
on page 10 ‑ 25 .

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11-4 Service and Maintenance .
Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure on
page 10 ‑ 43 ..
Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection on page 10 ‑ 49 ..
Visually check for fluid leaks. .
Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on
page 10 ‑ 11 ..
Inspect brake system. .
Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of
wear. See Exterior Care on
page 10 ‑ 72 ..
Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check on page 3 ‑ 16 . .
Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks. .
Visually inspect exhaust system
and nearby heat shields for
loose or damaged parts. .
Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care on page 10 ‑ 72 ..
Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check on page 10 ‑ 23 ..
Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function Check on
page 10 ‑ 24 . .
Check ignition transmission lock.
See Ignition Transmission Lock
Check on page 10 ‑ 24 . .
Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism Check on
page 10 ‑ 24 . .
Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed. .
Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required. .
Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See Sunroof on
page 2 ‑ 15 .

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Service and Maintenance 11-9
Additional
Maintenance and Care Your vehicle is an important
investment and caring for it properly
may help to avoid future costly
repairs. To maintain vehicle
performance, additional
maintenance services may be
required.
It is recommended that your dealer
perform these services — their
trained dealer technicians know
your vehicle best. Your dealer can
also perform a thorough
assessment with a multi-point
inspection to recommend when your
vehicle may need attention.
The following list is intended to
explain the services and conditions
to look for that may indicate
services are required. Battery
The battery supplies power to start
the engine and operate any
additional electrical accessories. .
To avoid break-down or failure to
start the vehicle, maintain a
battery with full cranking power. .
Trained dealer technicians have
the diagnostic equipment to test
the battery and ensure that the
connections and cables are
corrosion-free.
Belts .
Belts may need replacing if they
squeak or show signs of
cracking or splitting. .
Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the belts and
recommend adjustment or
replacement when necessary. Brakes
Brakes stop the vehicle and are
crucial to safe driving. .
Signs of brake wear may include
chirping, grinding, or squealing
noises, or difficulty stopping. .
Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the brakes and
recommend quality parts
engineered for the vehicle.
Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved
fluids protect the vehicle ’ s systems
and components. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11 ‑ 12 for GM
approved fluids. .
Engine oil and windshield
washer fluid levels should be
checked at every fuel fill. .
Instrument cluster lights may
come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
filled.

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11-12 Service and Maintenance
Recommended Fluids Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of
the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is
recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10 ‑ 8 .
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
See Engine Coolant on page 10 ‑ 14 .
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 88863461, in
Canada 88863462).
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.
Hydraulic Power Steering System DEXRON ®
-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or
lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Automatic Transmission DEXRON ®
-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 88861950, in Canada 88861951).

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11-14 Service and Maintenance
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 96815102 —
Engine Oil Filter
2.4L L4 Engine 12605566 PF457G
3.0L V6 Engine 89017525 PF63
Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 20901295 CF177
Spark Plugs
2.4L L4 Engine 12620540 41-108
3.0L V6 Engine 12622561 41-109
Wiper Blades
Driver Side – 60.0 cm (24.0 in) 25925618 —
Passenger Side – 40.0 cm (16.0 in) 25925620 —
Rear – 30.0 cm (12.0 in) 96624648 —

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Technical Data 12-1
Technical Data Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Service Parts Identification
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data Capacities and
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . 12-4 Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the front
corner of the instrument panel, on
the left side of the vehicle. It can be
seen through the windshield from
outside. The VIN also appears on
the Vehicle Certification and Service
Parts labels and certificates of title
and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is
the engine code. This code
identifies the vehicle's engine,
specifications, and replacement
parts. See “ Engine Specifications ”
under Capacities and Specifications
on page 12 ‑ 2 for the vehicle's
engine code.
Service Parts
Identification Label This label, on the inside of the glove
box, has the following information: .
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN). .
Model designation. .
Paint information. .
Production options and special
equipment.
Do not remove this label from the
vehicle.

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12-2 Technical Data
Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Application Capacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and
charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the
hood. See your dealer for more information.
Engine Cooling System
2.4L L4 Engine 8.5 L 9.0 qt
3.0L V6 Engine 10.9 L 11.5 qt
Engine Oil with Filter
2.4L L4 Engine 4.7 L 5.0 qt
3.0L V6 Engine 5.7 L 6.0 qt
Fuel Tank 63.1 L 16.6 gal
Transmission Fluid*
Six-Speed Automatic (MH7) — Two-Wheel Drive 5.0 L 5.3 qt
Six-Speed Automatic (MHJ) — AWD 5.0 L 5.3 qt
Six-Speed Automatic (MHK) — Two-Wheel Drive 7.8 L 8.2 qt

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Technical Data 12-3Application Capacities
Metric English
Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft
*See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 ‑ 11 for information on checking fluid level.
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
Engine SpecificationsEngine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
2.4L L4 (LEA) K Automatic 0.90 mm (0.035 in)
3.0L V6 (LFW) 5 Automatic 1.10 mm (0.043 in)