Off-Road Recovery
The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Follow these tips:
Loss of Control
Skidding
There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems:
Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible.
If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these suggestions:
The vehicle may straighten out.
Be ready for a second skid if it occurs.
Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid.
Chevrolet Captiva Owners Manual > Driving and Operating: Automatic Transmission
There are several different positions
for the automatic transmission.
P (Park): This position locks the
wheels. It is the best position to use
when starting the engine because
the vehicle cannot move easily.
Warning
It is dangerous to get out of the
vehicle if the shift lever is not fu ...