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Vehicle Care

Engine Compartment Overview

In this manual: Vehicle Care
Introduction — 1In Brief — 23Keys, Doors, and Windows — 12Seats and Restraints — 17Storage — 4Instruments and Controls — 34Lighting — 8Infotainment System — 14Climate Controls — 4Driving and Operating — 38Vehicle Care — 42Service and Maintenance — 7Technical Data — 3OnStar — 3
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2.4L L4 Engine
2.4L L4 Engine

  1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10-12.
  2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir.

    See Power Steering Fluid on page 10-20.

  3. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System on page 10-13.
  4. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See "Checking Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on page 10-8.
  5. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See "When to Add Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on page 10-8.
  6. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See "Adding Washer Fluid" under Washer Fluid on page 10-20
  7. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brakes on page 10-21.
  8. Remote Positive (+) Terminal.

    See Jump Starting on page 10-66.

  9. Battery on page 10-23.
  10. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See "Checking Coolant" under Engine Coolant on page 10-14.
  11. Remote Negative (-) Terminal.

    See Jump Starting on page 10-66.

  12. Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10-31.

3.0L V6 Engine
3.0L V6 Engine

  1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10-12.
  2. Engine Oil Fill Cap (Out of View). See "When to Add Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on page 10-8.
  3. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (Out of View). See Power Steering Fluid on page 10-20.
  4. Engine Cover. See Engine Cover on page 10-7.
  5. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See "Checking Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on page 10-8.
  6. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System on page 10-13.
  7. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See "Adding Washer Fluid" under Washer Fluid on page 10-20.
  8. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brakes on page 10-21.
  9. Remote Positive (+) Terminal.

    See Jump Starting on page 10-66.

  10. Battery on page 10-23.
  11. Engine Coolant Surge Tank.

    See "Checking Coolant" under Engine Coolant on page 10-14.

  12. Remote Negative (-) Terminal.

    See Jump Starting on page 10-66.

  13. Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10-31.

The Engine Compartment Overview section in the Chevrolet Captiva Owners Manual (2006-2018)delves into the layout and functionality of critical engine components, such as the air intake system, radiator, engine oil dipstick, and windshield washer fluid reservoir. Understanding the engine compartment's layout and components is essential for proper vehicle upkeep, troubleshooting, and ensuring the vehicle operates efficiently and reliably over time.

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