Chevrolet Captiva Service & Repair Manual: Suspension System Inspect
| A visual inspection must always
be performed to confirm the presence of aftermarket components, potential
collision damage, or areas of concern. |
| 1. |
Inspect tire pressures with all normal
loads in vehicle and tires cold. Refer to vehicle certification
(VT) label. |
| 2. |
Verify that all tires are sized to
specification. Refer to VT label. |
| 3. |
Inspect tires for incorrect wear and
damage. Install new tires as required. |
| 4. |
Remove any excessive accumulation of
mud, dirt, or road deposits from chassis and underbody. |
| 5. |
Inspect for aftermarket changes to
steering, suspension, and wheel and tire components (such as competition
or heavy duty). |
| 6. |
Visually inspect components for damage
or wear as follows: |
| |
c. |
Springs as well as incorrect spring
usage. |
| |
d. |
Air suspension components, if equipped. |
| |
h. |
Steering system components. |
| 7. |
Connect a suitably programmed scan
tool to vehicle DLC. Ensure no DTCs are present. |
| 8. |
If an obvious cause for an observed
or reported condition is found, correct cause as required. |
| 9. |
Road test vehicle. Stay alert for any
abnormal sounds or vibrations that could originate from suspension
system. |
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Front
Disassembly
Caution: Do not allow absorber
rod to rotate during disassembly/assembly. Use hand tools to keep absorber
rod from rotating. If air tools are used, and rod is allowe ...
Inner
Removal
Caution: Do not change steering
gear preload adjustment before moving inner tie rod from steering gear.
Changing steering gear preload adjustment before moving inner tie ...
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