Chevrolet Captiva is dear in service. Chevrolet Captiva owners reviews. Hate # 5: Full alarm and CZ
An impressive, noticeable, large, with the qualities of the SUV CHEVROLET CAPTIVA challenged car enthusiasts with its appearance and design. Like all cars, the weaknesses at Chevrolet are facing. Pay special attention to them when purchasing a car with hands, that is, the used in use.
The best way to find out is whether it is worth buying a car, - ride on it. You can sign up for a test drive, study the car and the peculiarities of her driving, and then think about buying. Caught Chevrolet Captiva mainly on the male floor. After all, the brutal appearance of the vehicle speaks of seriousness and reliability - strict body lines, minimalist in the interior decoration. It is worth noting right away that possible do not cross it advantage.
Captiva Multifunctional: A huge trunk with the built-in compartment under the floor will make it possible to fit even a small elephant. A large glove box with a secret department puts a whole set of wrenches and many similar "trifles". The desire for minimalism in the appearance of the machine came to the steering wheel. Although he and massive, as in the bus, but why so thin? It is not very convenient to keep it, but it is possible to be more than filling with a foam rubber cover.
How does this urban all-wheel drive SUV move? It is necessary to get used to his ambiguous dynamics. The primary speed in the mechanical transmission is incredibly low and incomprehensible. But if your car village "on belly", then it is indispensable. The automatic for up to two thousand revolutions does not show itself, it does not cope. But after the passage of 2 thousand heats up rapidly, and here it begins extreme. For this, cars are characteristic or flight or crawling. This is undoubtedly the weak points of Chevrolet Captive 2.4.
Still Chevrolet Captiva does not have high resistance. The ratio ratio of the longitudinal and transverse gap between the chassis part, the large clearance does not make the maximum adhesion with the road. The machine has too narrow body for an aggressive driving method. The steering wheel is not very convenient, so it will not be possible to fully relax.
Frequent breakdowns and painful places Chevrolet Captive
In this car, the most often suffer:
- steering rail;
- drive gas distribution mechanisms;
- stabilizative racks;
- oil pressure sensor;
- brake pads;
- catalyst exhaust.
In addition, the winner of Chevrolet Captiva may nourish with suspension, shock absorbers, cardan shaft, and a steering control. Also in machines that have a life life of 5 years or more, problems are detected with brake lines (they rust). If it takes a careful to the car, then Chevrolet Captive will not upset his owner by breakdown, but to work clutch and moral diesel engine will have to get used to. For more comfortable driving, it is recommended to take a car with an automatic gearbox. In addition to the engine using diesel, Chevrolet Captiva is produced with the previous power unit, but also such a model has weak points about which the earlier was discussed.
I already wrote about how, and today, the story is about the car, which is marked into the segment of family SUVs. With seven seats, but without excessive passability and brutality.
Chervrolet Captiva is just an ideal representative of this class: a simple and large salon, good asphalt habits, seven places and a relatively low price by class standards. Moreover, it was possible to acquire a simple front-wheel drive version if snow and dirt were excluded in principle. Actually, in such a format, the machine was created at all for Russia, but for the United States. However, we have a large and inexpensive car, which is called, "went" - its production even established at the company's St. Petersburg plant.
Constructively Captiva and Nostlatformal Opel Antara with Cadillac SRX - Clean passengers: Motor in front, and the suspension is completely passenger - Front McPherson and L-shaped lever, and the back is a multi-dimension. The interior is just a huge, and the seat of the rear and medium row is folded, forming a smooth floor, and even the right passenger seat has a "cunning" back, which can be folded in the input with the resulting platform. The third row, of course, is not too spacious, but on the machines of this size it is designed more for children than for the full placement of adults.
But even in the seven-bed performance, the trunk has a lot of more than that of other Hatch C-class. Rear axle drive plug-in via JTEKT coupling. The same ITCC system is used and the same purely electromagnetic coupling that was installed on Toyota RAV4. The system is simple and reliable, but it does not like to stop - at the time of the engine enough it is enough, but it does not tolerate the steep fluctuations in the transmission and overheats instantly.
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Electronic assistants
After the 2011 update, the Hill Descent Control system and the launch assistant to the mountain for machines with a mechanical transmission appeared. Forced blocking of the drive clutch did not have added. But the stabilization system was updated, which was important for a quick and high car. On the main market of the model, in the United States, a housewife was most often sitting at the wheel, and not harsh macho riders. Handling the car, by the way, turned out to be good, despite visually very high and narrow body. Not very large rolls, quite an acute taxiing and even a small tendency to excessive turning in marginal conditions - apparently, precisely because of it, stabilization was in the basic configuration.Motors
This is why it is impossible to say about the car at a glance, so it is the fact that it is one of the most powerful crossovers in its class. Initially, a 3.2 V6 engine was installed in the top package with a capacity of 230 hp, and after restyling his place was taken by another V6 volume of 3.0 liters, which developed depending on the market from 249 to 283 hp. On the car for the United States, there were a little more than a minute, but not a more powerful engine of 3.6 liters, essentially differing from the first two. Record power showed and post-winning diesel engines - Senior Motor Option developed as much as 184 hp
Less powerful motors had enough. The 4.4 liter gasoline "four" of 2.4 liters to 2011 developed not impressive 136 hp, and after the engine was replaced by a completely new, but the same working volume, with a capacity of 167 hp. Diesels 2 liters 150 forces from the machine to restyling Italian development. These motors under the hood of other GM machines are rare, but often found on Hyundai / Kia models. After restyling, the engine volume increased to 2.2 liters and two gradations appeared by power - the top engine 184 hp And a weaker, developing "total" 163.
Restyling
Chervrolet Captiva 2006- 2011.
Update 2011 affected not only on motors. Carefully changed the style of the machine, a soft and not very expressive appearance transformed a new radiator grille and a bumper, making a car much more aggressive and more noticeable. And the five-speed automatic transmission of AISIN was changed to the GM's own production boxes, which turned out to be not the best solution. The second restyling of 2013 was not essential technical change, and the appearance changed almost impossible.
Breakdowns and problems in operation
Body and Salon
The body of GM Korea production machines is not different, but even in the ten-year-old age, there are no obvious corrosion problems. The new GM standard is affected on the quality of steel structures. What needs to be galvanized here, and something else is covered with a thick layer of mastic and plastic. Forgot only about the fifth door, and some seams in the engine compartment may have damage to the sealant and corrosion traces already at the age of several years.
The obvious minus is that the thickness of the metal of the outer panels is not impressive, they are well shoved with the finger. It is all the more strange that the mass of the car is more than one and a half hundred kilograms more than that of major competitors. But according to the reviews of those who visited Captiva in serious accidents, the secret is shown: the car has a very solid foundation, more reminding the design of spars of serious "passing" than a light crossover. Noise insulation, adding weight, is also very high-quality - even a sample to imitate in this class, the RAV4 of the second and third generations, turned out to be much noiser. However, in the salons of the Nostlatorphoma Antara and SRX even quieter, so that the limit of perfection is still far away.
The salon is quite simple - there is a decent, but not excellent plastic, cheap skin and simple high-quality fabric. The decoration in the style of cheaper Chevrolet strongly underestimates the level of the machine, distinguishing it from more expensive Opel and Cadillac. Especially disappointing for the quality of the seats - the driver would not prevent a more noble profile. In the process of restyling, the salon "was created", making visually more expensive, but, unfortunately, this modernization did not touch the seats.
Electrician
The electrical equipment of the body and the salon is not completely trouble-free, although there are no expensive troubles - it is generally characteristic of GM-oska cars. Worse, the fact that the windscreen wiring and electronics under the bottom suffer quite strongly. The rotor "braid" is too "tender" - in the corrugations of sand after several years of operation can cause numerous violations of the insulation of the wires and the same numerous refuses in the onboard systems - and mainly by the engine.
After driving off-road, it is recommended to wash the engine compartment very thoroughly and generally monitor its cleanliness. By the way, many troubles create "sweating" motors - traces of lubricant over time heavily pollute the compartment from the bottom and allow the sand to linger inside. Wiring to the sensors of the ABS system and the full drive clutch is also vulnerable. After the forcing of the brodes and serious puddle, it is recommended to check the tightness of the connectors or at least once a couple of years to lay lubricant in them. Strongly rubbing front optics, a leakage stop signal on the back door, the bad wiring of the backlight lights in general are characteristic of all inexpensive cars, you should not perceive them as a serious shortcoming model. Well, the failures of the on-board multimedia system here it does not happen simply by virtue of its simplicity.
Chassis
The suspension of the car for the passenger car can be considered exemplary reliable and inexpensive to the same. They even withstand off-road trips without much damage, unless, of course, do not drive on the soil and pits on a loaded car. However, the reliability of the shock absorbers is below average - already after 30-40 thousand mileage they will lose efficiency, and the controllability of the machine will noticeably deteriorate. You can reach 100-150 thousand with a "native" kit, they will not flow, if they do not overlay them, but the pleasure of driving is no longer.
Stabilizer racks - and consumable, like sleeves. With the active style of movement, they have to change on each second, if you do not want to listen to their knock. By the way, his reason may not only be in the suspension - there is a very "gentle" steering rail, which begins to knock on runs for 50 thousand. But if you monitor the level of fluid in the gur expansion tank, it can work in such a state for a very long time - the backs are minimal, and the leaks are usually almost not noticeable. Pump Gur is not too reliable, but perfectly fit the pumps from the Opel machines with a minimal alteration, although they are "not fighting." Such will come in handy if the car owner missed the level of ATP in the tank at least once, because the part is not different.
Transmission
The reliability of transmissions can generally estimate as an average. Mechanical gearbox is mostly not delivered - you just need to monitor the oil level, because it is quite traditionally for GM boxes "sweat" with oil. The strength of the front screen and the drives is sufficient, except with the motor 3.6 and the top diesel, there are cases of "cutting" splits on the shafts - most likely, one of the batches of drives was not very successful. At the same time, the hinges themselves are reliable, even the short-term work with a torn cover is maintained, but it is important to notice the oil flows in time. Covers themselves Sls are too "gentle," easily robes on off-road. The same problem is the cardan shaft on all-wheel drive versions, it usually fails a rubber intermediate support, and after it bearing. Theoretically, with such a breakdown, you need to replace the cardan shaft entirely, but in fact there is a completely chassis kardan bearing with dimension of 71.4 * 24.6, which can be found even on gas machines, and the repair insert for gum can also be bought. It is more difficult to break the clutch, for it turns off at the slightest attempt to overheat - the emergency mode is started at 94 degrees. It does not have a separate radiator, like a complex hydraulic system. The breakdowns are usually associated with the refusal of electronics of the control system, which entails and fails to the mechanical part. The rear gearbox is also pretty "gentle", the starts of "gas to floor" on the asphalt does not like and with the V6 motors sometimes fails.1 / 2
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The type of automatic transmission and its reliability depend on the year of release. Before restyling, there was AISIN AW55-51, known and. I already wrote about the peculiarities of its operation, but I repeat: she does not like overheating very much, has a small resource for lining of GDT blocking and very "gentle" hydraulicock. Kaptiva got the last revision of the box, mostly trouble-free. With a calm driving style and a good engine cooling system, it has a chance of 150-200 thousand mileage without much trouble, with active pedaling it will take more frequent oil change, at least once 40 thousand kilometers, and replacing the SGDT linings at the first signs of their wear.
After restyling 2011, they put a new "six-step" of its own production GM series 6T45 / 6T40. Unlike the Japanese automatic transmission, it turned out to be more junk, more prone to overheating, with an even less resource of GDT and serious problems with the inserts of the box itself. In addition, in the first years of release, there were enough "children's" problems on the hydroblock, and the cooling system was left for the same, which was clearly lacked with a new box. As a result - Restyled cars have every chance to get into the "box" service before Dorestayl. There are often cases of failures in the warranty period, with very small runs. True, the box is slightly simpler with minor repairs, they cost cheaper. But in case of damage to the bushings, it is necessary to have an extremely costly operation - it is often easier to change the box assembly.
Motors
One of the large advantages of machines to restyling is, oddly enough, the weakest engine 2.4. After all, this is an old Olympic engine, only with a very "clamped" firmware and bottled to the volume of 2.4. By itself, the motor is extremely reliable - he has a cast-iron block, resistant to overheating and other troubles, a strong piston group, a simple management system and an inexpensive "strapping". For those who do not have enough strength, there are many developments on tuning, ranging from the shafts with X20XER and Z22XE motors and ending with Red Top C20xe C20xe with a serious alteration and turbocharging. In addition, consumables can be found almost in any village, and the mechanics know him, because this series of engines was produced good twenty years.
A newer engine 2.4 is also familiar to all kinds - those who have seen the Motors of the Z22SE series, for example. This is a more modern design, with chain timing and balancing shafts in the block. And at the same time - without repair sizes, with an unpredictable RMS resource, expensive parts and. But in general, the engine is very resource and moreover is much more powerful in stock. Special attention should be paid to the RMS resource - it is here the main provider of problems. If something rings on a cold, it would be better to immediately find 40-60 thousand rubles to replace all the set, otherwise weak stiletto tensioners or calmrs, grind the front cover, and in particularly serious cases, the timing phases or chains are disturbed simply . In the head of the block there are ceramic guide valves, so it's not to get rided with small blood - most likely you will need expensive repair or replacement. Unfortunately, to say when the thunder is getting, it is impossible - usually the chains serve all 120-150 thousand. This, of course, is a bit, but in modern standards a completely decent result. However, sometimes the problems begin already at 40-60 thousand mileage. Fortunately, the masters these problems are familiar to constructively similar Opel motors, and there are ways to make repairs cheaper, moreover, avoid repetition of problems in the future. Rare V6 motors are also familiar with Opel and GM machines. Engines with a volume of 3.2 and 3.6 liters are "relatives" Opel Vectra 2,8T and ALFA ROMEO 3.2. These very reliable motors can be distinguished by several weaknesses. First, the resource of the chain timing is limited here - more than 150 thousand kilometers it is unlikely to pass. At the same time, the cost of two chains and four phase showers is comparable to the contract engine price.
Secondly, the motors are prone to overheating, and the slightest contamination of radiators or the failure of one of the fans immediately lead the temperature in the red zone. After that, almost always the engine acquires a good oil "appetite", which can be defeated only by bulkhead. A ignition modules fail even if there is no special overheating, simply increasing the temperature in the engine compartment due to the installation of the crankcase protection can be enough to replace the MH to become regular. By the way, the peculiarity of cars with V6 to restyling is also a very notched system of output with a valve, which turns off the left muffler on partial loads. Therefore, the left is twice as expensive than the right, all 23 thousand rubles. Since 2010, this doubtful system of efficiency has been removed, and the silencers are still equally. By the way, the engine designation on the Opolevian catalog Z32SE is misleading, from a motor with a similar name on Vectra C, it is very different. For example, the "Vektrovsky" timber belt and the block is completely different. Try not to join the knowledge of the model of the motor in front of the sellers and carefully choose the spare parts. Engine 3.0 - more than a new series, he has a direct injection, more reliable timing and a very good TNVD. It is also easy to talk about any serious problems, they did not have time to manifest themselves, but many owners noted a decent oil "appetite" and the same tendency to overheating at the slightest hint of pollution of the cooling system.
All gasoline engines are extremely recommended an oil replacement interval not more than 10 thousand kilometers, well, except for the old good 2.4 136 hp This is not so critical. And the "native" oil DEXOS2 5W30 is also not the best choice. For V6 motors, the SAE50 oil is generally recommended, and for row "fours" enough and ordinary SAE40. By the way, the chain timing resource for some reviews strongly depends on the oil and its level. Diesel motors 2.0 on machines until restyled special complaints of the owners were not called. Despite the fact that they arrived in Russia only after the run in Europe - officially such cars did not sell. Due to the small number of serious statistics, there is no, except that complaints about not a very large nozzle resource, sensitivity to a bad diesel fuel and a timing belt resource in our conditions no more than 60 thousand kilometers. More powerful diesel engines 2.2 are simply too new for serious breakdowns - in addition to typical diesel problems with fuel equipment, there are almost no other complaints, except automatic transmission with a pair with the most powerful motors with a point of 400 nm accounts for hopeless. There are cases of exit boxes in the warranty period.
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What to buy?
If you have enough dorestayling motor dynamics with automatic transmission, then Chevrolet Captiva is a good choice. Only necessary to be content with the old cabin, and quite boring appearance. More than fresh cars seem to have fewer problems, but a noticeable increase in the number of failures of the automatic transmission says that in the near future this node can become really troublesome. On heavy machines, all wear processes go faster, and the difficulties faced by Opel Astra and Chevrolet Cruze with automatic transmission 6T40 will seem triggement in comparison with the trouble holders of Captiva. Restyling 2.4 in essence is also not too new motor, noticeably more dynamic and powerful, and in combination with a manual box of some difficulties in operation to runs in 120-150 thousand not foreseen. Perhaps in the new series of engines, the chances of the starting failure of the timing, they also decreased, so this is a good choice. Here are the V6 motors that before restyling, that after, require more attention. And if the engine 3.2 in combination with the five-speed automatic transmission is generally quite reliable when properly maintained, the status of the automatic transmission on a three-liter is already a mystery. The more powerful 6T45 series automatic transmission will most likely have the same set of problems as the more common 6T40, but whether they will be shown until hundreds of thousands or will require expensive repair during runs for 150, it is not yet clear.
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Chevrolet Captiva is a medium-sized crossover, perfectly proven himself in the Russian market. The all-wheel drive five-seven-family car was very loved by our motorists. Chevrolet Captiva was released in 2006 and at that time was equipped with two 2.4-liter gasoline engines, as well as a diesel engine for 2 liters, which was not officially supplied to Russia.
Since 2011, more modified engines began to install the fristed engines on Chevrolet cars. Gasoline 2.4 acquired a system for changing the phases of gas distribution, as well as the chain drive of the MRM. Engine 3.2 was changed to a modified three-liter with direct fuel injection. The diesel engine on the new generation was 2.2 and got a COMMON Rail system.
Chevrolet Captiva was supplied on the Russian market with both automatic transmission and mechanical.
Despite reliability and reliability, Captiva has a series of typical faults:
The mechanical transmission malfunctions include the failure of the bearing of the primary gearbox. Such a malfunction is rare, it occurs due to the lack of transmission oil in the manual transmission. Leather oils, untimely replacement of MCPP oil are the main causes of failure of the manual transmission.
The clutch kit with proper operation takes about 150000km.
Diesel engines use a two-massed flywheel. His destination to quench the oscillations at the start. This is an expensive item often goes.
The automatic transmission can be attributed to the failure of the ACP input shaft. Such a defect is most often found on versions with a diesel 2.2 engine. Official dealers produced a service newsletter on reprogramming the DVS control unit (ECM) to reduce torque.
The full drive system on Chevrolet Captiva connects the rear axle, when slipping the front axle, due to the electromagnetic coupling installed in the rear axle gearbox.
The front axle gearbox is simultaneously a handout, represents an angular gearbox, through which the torque is transmitted to the rear axle.
The malfunction of the full drive can be attributed to the failure of the Cross and the suspension bearing of the cardan shaft. Symptoms of failure of a cardan shaft - tangible vibration at speed, creaking, noise when driving.
The front and rear gearbox during the timely replacement of oil do not deliver hassle. Key- This is followed by the condition of the glands.
The front suspension in Chevrolet Captiva type McPherson, typical faults, is the failure of the rear silent blocks of the lower levers, bushings and front stabilizer racks. The front axle shock absorbers are quite reliable, but often their support bearings are out. Symptoms of this fault are noise and creaking when turning the steering wheel.
Rear suspension independent. Typical malfunctions, she is the failure of the silent blocks of fists. Rear shock absorbers are used Nivomat systems. This is a hydropneumatic self-leveling road lumen adjustment system. Differs reliability and reliability.
The main malfunctions of the dorentiling engine 2.4 l is flowing the valve cover. Due to the fact that the valve cover is plastic, during operation it is exposed to temperature effects. From the temperature it deforms and the simple replacement of the gasket is no longer done. You have to change the valve lid itself.
The main malfunctions of the dorestiling engine 3.2 is the stretching of the chains of the gas distribution mechanism.
The main fault of the Restyled Engine 2.4 is the failure of the TRP chain tensioner, this problem solves such a problem with the replacement of the timing set with tensioners and soothers.
The failure of the exhaust manifold, due to the structural flaws of the drainage of jabs of wipers. On the hot collector from above dripping water. Due to the temperature difference, the collector bursts. The problem of replacing the exhaust manifold is solved.
The main problems of the restyled 3.0 engine is the failure of the high pressure fuel pump, stretching the chains of the gas distribution mechanism. The key for this motor is to control the level and condition of the oil engine.
The main problems of diesel 2.2 engine is the failure of fuel injectors. When jamming the nozzle in the open position, the fuel fills the combustion chamber and is hydrated. The solution to the problem is in timely control of the flow of fuel injectors. This requires computer diagnostics.
Typical diesel engine malfunctions include the failure of the intake manifold. The intake manifold is made of plastic. Plastic over time cracks and air injected by the turbocharger comes out through a crack.
Turbocharger used on Chevrolet Captiva is quite reliable. The first signs of its malfunction is the presence of oil in the intercooler. It is also worth paying attention to the presence of oil spots on intercooler air nozzles.
On diesel 2.2 engines often encounter the upper engine pallet. To eliminate leaks, it is necessary to seal the upper tray of the engine, with the removal / installation of the front axle gearbox.
Only with regular passing and regulatory work, the repair and maintenance of Chevrolet Kevrolet will be relatively not expensive, but if we disregard the technical recommendations, the operation of the car may not deliver you pleasure.
Full-size seven crossover for reasonable money - it is in this way that can characterize Chevrolet Captiva. And it is these qualities of the Korean crossover with the legendary American emblem on the radiator lattice attract motorists. However, this is not the only strengths of Captiva. They can be attributed to the more impressive controllability and an attractive appearance, which still does not seem outdated. But can Chevrolet Captiva boast also reliability?
Calion and Body Finish
Despite the fact that Captiva's paintwork coverage is not particularly durable to name, there are no obvious corrosion foci even on the oldest copies of the crossover. Is that the fifth door, which is characteristic of many modern cars, may unexpectedly disappear with small foci of rust.
For trimming of Chevrolet Captiva, not the most expensive finishing materials were used. But even with time they do not lose their external appeal. There are no special comments and the work of electrical equipment. It is worth paying attention to the wiring laid under the hood and under the bottom of the car. Most often, protective corrugations over time begin to skip dust, sand and moisture, which leads to impaired insulation of wires and subsequent failures of various systems. Even more often the audits of the tightness of the connectors will have to do those motorists that will force water obstacles. Especially from such trips suffers the wiring, which goes to the coupling sensors of the full drive system and the anti-lock system.
Video: Used cars - Chevrolet Captiva, 2008.
How reliable the engine?
As for the power units, the ideal choice for used Captiva can be considered a gasoline 2,4-liter engine, which was installed on dorestayling versions of the crossover. And let his 136 horsepower enough, except for a measured ride, but thanks to a simple and proven design time, this power unit can boast enviable reliability. In favor of the 2.4-liter engine, the fact that he is very familiar with the majority of mechanics. There will be no problems with its service and repair.
It has been properly proven and the same engine that began to be installed on Chevrolet Captiva after restyling. But due to the fact that his design turned out to be much more modern and more complicated, then there are more problems with him anymore. One of them is a gas distribution mechanism, the resource of which can fluctuate in very wide limits. Typically, the chain is withstanding about 120 thousand kilometers, but some Captiva owners have already happened to be replaced by a gas distribution mechanism chain after a run of 40-50 thousand kilometers. So if you hear foreign ringing sounds, it is better to immediately spend money on the replacement of the entire set of the gas distribution mechanism.
Comparatively rarely on used Chevrolet Captiva there are gasoline "six" with a volume of 3.2 and 3.6 liters. In general, each of these power units is very reliable, however, and the chain drive of the gas distribution mechanism will have to be changed at least every 150 thousand kilometers. In addition, Captiva six-cylinder engines have a tendency to overheating, so immediately after buying a car it is worthwhile to clean the cooling radiators and make sure that the fans are working. If the engine is still overround, then first will have to face increased consumption of engine oil, and in perspective with the full bulkhead of the motor. Characterized problems with overheating and increased oil appetite and for the engine of 3 liters, which appeared on Chevrolet Captiva much later and has not yet managed to fully show his weaknesses.
In Europe, they were sold and diesel Captiva with 2 and 2.2 liter engines. But since officially in our country, crossovers with these power units were not supplied, then it is extremely difficult to find them in the used market. And it is unlikely that the purchase of diesel Captiva can be considered appropriate. Gentle fuel nozzles with our not the highest quality diesel fuel will not please a large resource.
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Will there be problems with the gearbox?
The mechanical transmission box on Captiva serves a long time and without any problems. The owners of the crossover will have to be monitored except for the oil level in the "mechanics", since the boxes from GM traditionally can "sweat" with oil. With automatic transmission problems more. Before restyling on Captiva, AISIN AW55-5-51 was installed, which not only has a relatively gentle hydraulic lobby, but also is afraid of overheating. With the assault even the middle severity of the off-road, this will have to be considered. However, if you go quietly and follow the health of the cooling system, "AUTOMA" on dorestayling Chevrolet Captiva will be able to quickly hold out 150-200 thousand kilometers. After updating, the crossover began to install a six-speed automatic gearbox from GM, which in terms of reliability turned out to be even worse than the AISIN automaton. The tendency to overheating was added "children's" diseases of the hydroblock and much more serious problems with box liners. As a result - some owners of restyling Captiva had the opportunity to repair the box even during the period of the warranty on the car. The owners of the used Captiva do this will have to have for their money.
In the Chevrolet Captiva suspension, the shock absorbers are most complained. Many owners of the crossover have already time to note for themselves that after 30-40 thousand kilometers, they noticeably lose their effectiveness. Another thing is that even in this case, it is possible to depart more than 100 thousand kilometers to them, but there are no longer a pleasure from driving. Stabilizer racks are not too reliable on Captiva. For a couple with sleeves, they will have to change every 30-40 thousand kilometers. Another 10 thousand kilometers will have to pay attention to the steering. Most often, the steering rail starts to knock on this run.
So such a solid, at first glance, Captiva actually turns out to be far from the most durable and trouble-free car. Although I will have to say that the owners of the crossover will have to be in service more often than most of their colleagues, it will not be possible. With timely and competent service, Chevrolet Captiva will not prevent big trouble. And minor malfunctions on Captiva are usually eliminated not too expensive, which can also be considered one of the advantages of this crossover.
Children's diseases Chevrolet Captiva (2006-2011).
Chevrolet Captiva - was designed in 2006 on the basis of Opel Antara. The production of "available 7-seater crossover" was engaged in a GM concern, in South Korea. For the European market, framework SUVs are rarely needed, and here to "Parketniks" here are more friendly.
At the first "congestion" for the Russian market, 2 gasoline engines were offered, the first 2.4 (136 horsepower) of a liter on the "mechanics" and 3.2 liters (230 horsepower) on the (hydro-transfremator) machine. Diesel engine and front-wheel drive to the Russian market were not supplied. Mixed engine appetite 3.2 - 11.5 liters per 100 km, and 2.4 - 9.3 liters / 100 km, respectively (in reality, most likely above). The dynamics is not impressive, the power unit 3.2 with all its power disperses the car over 8.8 seconds to 100km (a thoughtful vehicle affects), with a 2.4 engine, "Captiva" gets to the first hundred for 11.5 seconds, quite well for 136 "horses" and mass more than 1700kg .
When slipping the front wheels, a four-wheel drive turns on, through a multi-disc clutch. The imitation of "inter-track" locks is performed by the ESP and ABS system.
Front suspension "MacPherson", behind the usual "multi-phase". Suspension tough and roll.
In the Chevrolet Captive salon you will not find the design of the sings and expensive materials, first of all the car was created "budget". The interior has a soft plastic, thoughtful ergonomics and in the "top modifications" you can choose a combined or leather interior and even the 7th local version for family mans. Pretty rich basic equipment includes a four-wheel drive, 6 airbags, electric car, GUR, air conditioning, ESP stabilization system, CD-MP3 radio control with control on the steering wheel and 17 inch alloy wheels, descending option from the mountain.
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| thermostat often fails | |
| oil in candle plates | replacing valve lid gasket |
| oil flowing from under the valve cover | replacing the gasket |
| leather the gland of the crankshaft | take the oil or install (specifically) not the original gland |
| timing belt | regulations -120 thousand km, it is better to change every 60 thousand km |
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Engine 3.2. |
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| oil pressure sensor (Zalenka lights up) | replacement |
| the timing chain is pulled out after 100 thousand km | regulations - 150 thousand km, accompanied by a deterioration in the dynamics |
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Electrician |
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| "Charging" lights up, sorted the onboard voltage | repair of the generator |
| fuel arrow "lying" | check the connector under the guro tank going to the fuse block |
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Transmission |
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| "Kick" automatic gearbox | replacing a block of a hydrotransformer |
| overheating coupling full drive | risk staying on the front drive - when you need a complete one, you should not bounce a long time) |
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Suspension |
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| the steering rack rattles on the pits, it bounces in extreme position | reiki repair or restored installation |
| turns the suspension bearing of Kardan | due to the hitch of the cardan shaft on borders, stones and other obstacles |
| weak hub bearings | you can not install the original, only change in the collection with the hub |
