Chevrolet Captiva Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast LHD-
14860584) - 2021 - CRC - 5/18/20
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Vehicle Care
Caution (Continued)
.
When using concentrated washer fluid,
follow the manufacturer instructions
for adding water.
.
Fill the washer fluid tank only
three-quarters full when it is very cold.
This allows for fluid expansion if
freezing occurs, which could damage
the tank if it is completely full.
When adding windshield washer solvent, it
is suggested to use the ready-to-use special
washer solvent. If concentrated washer
solvent is used, please add water to dilute it
according to the manufacture
’
s instructions.
Do not use tap water. Minerals or impurities
contained in tap water may block lines of
the windshield washer. If the temperature is
likely to fall below freezing point, use
windshield washer solvent with a good
anti-freezing performance.
Brakes
Brake Pedal Travel Check
Brake pedal travel:
To avoid affecting the pedal travel, do not
lay a thick carpet in the brake pedal area.
The reasonable range of brake pedal free
travel is 0
–
30 mm.
If the brake pedal fails to return or the
brake pedal travel becomes longer, see your
dealer for inspection. This may indicate a
fault in the brake system.
Brake Fluid
There is a brake and clutch fluid reservoir on
the vehicle. The brake and clutch fluid is
moisture-absorbing, and the fluid with
excessive water content will reduce the
efficiency of the hydraulic brake/clutch
system. Replace the fluid as per the
instruction in the owner
’
s manual to avoid
corrosion of the hydraulic system.
Be sure to use the brake/clutch fluid
recommended by General Motors. Add fluid
into the reservoir to reach a proper level.
The fluid level should not be lower than the
MIN (minimum) mark or higher than the
MAX (maximum) mark.
The cause of excessive low brake fluid level
may be leakage of brake system or normal
wear of the brake pad/lining. See your
dealer to determine whether the system
needs to be repaired. If repairs are
necessary, add fluid after repair of the
hydraulic braking system. When the brake
fluid level is lower than the lower limit, the
braking system warning lamp
$
will be
on. See