Chevrolet Captiva C100/C140

Chevrolet Captiva was first presented at the Paris Motor Show in 2004. In 2006, its production began. The mid-size crossover was developed by the South Korean branch of General Motors. Intra-factory designation of the model C100. In 2011, an updated version of the Captiva C140 was presented.

Engines

Chevrolet Captiva was supplied to the Russian market with two gasoline engines - a 4-cylinder volume of 2.4 liters (136 hp) and a V6 of 3.2 liters (230 hp). The drive of the gas distribution mechanism of 136-strong 2. 4 belt. The first replacement is prescribed by the regulations for 120,000 km, but many services recommend doing so when reaching 90,000 km, followed by replacement every 60,000 km. Several owners faced trouble - a break of the belt and damaged valves. The cost of a new set of temporary drive valve timing with a pump - 7000 rubles. Oil leaking from under the valve lid or oil in candle wells is a frequent phenomenon for the engine of 2.4 liters with a run of more than 30-60 thousand km. After 100,000 km, the back of the crankshaft begins to “snot”. After 60-90 thousand km often requires replacement of the thermostat. This will be indicated by the arrow of the temperature indicator, which is below the usual position. The new original thermostat costs about 2000 rubles, the analogue - about 1200 rubles. Unfortunately, after 250-300 thousand km owners notice an increase in oil consumption. The disease is eliminated by replacing oil caps and piston rings (about 40 000 rubles). There are also cases of major repairs due to the charring of the valve or a burst piston (60,000 rubles). The engine with a volume of 3.2 liters has a chain drive valve timing. Pulling the chain at a run of more than 80-100 thousand km is a common phenomenon. At the same time, there are Captives, who rolled back 140 – 160 thousand km without problems with the chain. The first signs of the need to replace the circuit are errors in the onboard computer and a decrease in engine thrust.

Transmission

The reliability of the manual gearbox Chevrolet Captiva claims does not arise. The clutch of the manual transmission (9-18 thousand rubles) is able to serve up to 180-200 thousand km, and in the updated C140 it was changed after 100-120 thousand km. Before restyling, a 5-speed automatic transmission Aisin AW 55-50 LE was used. The box is hardy and does not usually cause serious comments. With regular update of the transmission fluid (every 60,000 km), it easily reaches 300-400 thousand km without serious repairs. Current drive glands are a fairly common phenomenon with both types of gearboxes. In cars of 2007 - 2008 release with automatic transmission there was a structural defect of the internal osteoil of the right drive of the dispenser. Repair required about 2.5 – 5 thousand rubles. When running more than 60-80 thousand km, especially after a long overcoming of the "off-road", often turned the suspension bearing of the driveshaft. This was suggested by the vibration that appears at the initial moment of movement after a stop. Replacement of the faulty node is made in the collection with the cardan, the cost of which is about 35-40 thousand rubles, and used - about 20 000 rubles. Many make a replacement directly suspended, picking up an analogue (about 3000 rubles) from other cars, for example, BMW X5 or Sobol. After 100-150 thousand km, the crosses of the driveshaft can be worn (7000 rubles with balancing). Often leaking the glands of the rear gearbox. Original oils will pull for 5-6 thousand rubles per pair, and the work on their replacement will cost 2000 rubles.

Walking

The front stabilizer racks begin to knock after 30 – 40 thousand km. Original cost about 800 – 900 rubles, analogues are twice cheaper – 300 – 400 rubles. The bushings of the front stabilizer go longer - 80-100 thousand km. After 60-100 thousand km, it was possible to update the front hub bearings (2.5-4,000 rubles), which are assembled with a hub. By this time, the front shock absorbers may start tapping or leaking. Silent blocks of levers are surrendered after 100 - 120 thousand km. Top versions were equipped with nivomats (self-leveling shock absorbers) located on the rear axle. They can fail after 100-150 thousand km. Nivomats are much more expensive than conventional shock absorbers (31,000 rubles for the original or 17,000 for an analogue). Therefore, many owners prefer to install conventional shock absorbers instead of defective ones. Moreover, it is necessary to change the springs, since those that go in conjunction with nivomates are much weaker. The steering rack often starts knocking after 40-60 thousand km, and after 120-150 thousand km can still flow. The cost of repairs is about 15 000 rubles. Soon there may be a knock in the steering shaft card. Often there are leaks in the places of connection of tubes of the GUR system. In the cold, there are cases of failure of the hose of the hydraulic booster reversing, which can lead to the failure of the GUR pump (6-7 thousand rubles). ABS sensors, especially the rear ones, often require replacement after 80,000 to 100,000 km.

Other problems and malfunctions

The weak link of the Chevrolet Captiva body iron is the rear door of the trunk, which can “bloom” after two to three years of operation. Over time, it begins to “take” a chrome pad on the back door and an emblem on the grille. In addition, the sun noticeably burns plastic lining, extending along the bottom of the body. Sometimes there are problems with the motor of the back window washer. In addition, the hose of the washing liquid supply to the glass of the trunk door is often separated at the rear of the body. The reason for the hanging of wiper brushes in the middle of the windshield is a failed micro-switch motor. Dealers offer a new motor for 8000 rubles, but you can revive it by replacing a faulty micro-switch (300 rubles). Electrical problems are more likely to occur due to poor contacts in connectors and a circuit break. So loss of engine traction and fire alarms can occur due to the "swattering" of contacts on the engine control unit. Indication of malfunction of airbags lights up due to oxidation of connectors under the plastic lining of the front and back threshold on the left side. Often helps simple procedure of twitching of the connector under the front passenger seat. If incorrect indications of the fuel level indicator appear, it is enough to check the connector under the GUR tank, going to the fuse block. Sometimes the connector on the ECM (engine controller) block is to blame. Over time, the backrest may appear on the electric chairs. In addition, the armrest begins to creak between the front seats.

Engines

• The first replacement is prescribed by the regulations for 120,000 km, but many services recommend doing so when reaching 90,000 km, followed by replacement every 60,000 km.
• Oil leaking from under the valve lid or oil in candle wells is a frequent phenomenon for the engine of 2.4 liters with a run of more than 30-60 thousand km.
• There are also cases of major repairs due to the charring of the valve or a burst piston (60,000 rubles).
• At the same time, there are Captives, who rolled back 140 – 160 thousand km without problems with the chain.
• The first signs of the need to replace the circuit are errors in the onboard computer and a decrease in engine thrust.
• 4 is not alien to the problem of increased oil consumption, which was sometimes observed after 120-140 thousand km.
• 2 sometimes after 150 000 km there is a need to repair fuel injectors (about 7000 rubles).

Transmission

• With regular update of the transmission fluid (every 60,000 km), it easily reaches 300-400 thousand km without serious repairs.
• In cars of 2007 - 2008 release with automatic transmission there was a structural defect of the internal osteoil of the right drive of the dispenser. Repair required about 2.5 – 5 thousand rubles.
• Replacement of the faulty node is made in the collection with the cardan, the cost of which is about 35-40 thousand rubles, and used - about 20 000 rubles.
• Km can wear crosses of the driveshaft (7000 rubles with balancing).
• You may need to replace the gearbox.
• Even frequent oil replacements did not save from malfunction.
• The cost of repair, depending on the degree of damage, was 60-120 thousand rubles.
• The problem was particularly acute for the 2012 cars.

Walking

• By this time, the front shock absorbers may start tapping or leaking.
• Moreover, it is necessary to change the springs, since those that go in conjunction with nivomates are much weaker.
• The steering rack often starts knocking after 40-60 thousand km, and after 120-150 thousand km can still flow.
• The cost of repairs is about 15 000 rubles.
• Soon there may be a knock in the steering shaft card.

Other problems and malfunctions

• Sometimes there are problems with the motor of the back window washer.
• The reason for the hanging of wiper brushes in the middle of the windshield is a failed micro-switch motor.
• Electrical problems are more likely to occur due to poor contacts in connectors and a circuit break.
• Indication of malfunction of airbags lights up due to oxidation of connectors under the plastic lining of the front and back threshold on the left side.
• If incorrect indications of the fuel level indicator appear, it is enough to check the connector under the GUR tank, going to the fuse block.
• Over time, the backrest may appear on the electric chairs.
• If you use a washer with a frozen liquid, then the fuse will certainly burn out in the block located under the left leg of the front passenger.
• Problems can also arise with the watch in the cabin, which begins to dim or get lost.

As follows from the review, the pre-restyling Chevrolet Captiva practically did not deliver serious problems. The consequences of the update in places were far from rosy. It is difficult to recommend any modification, as each of them makes you sacrifice something.

• Engines: The first replacement is prescribed by the regulations for 120,000 km, but many services recommend doing so when reaching 90,000 km, followed by replacement every 60,000 km.
• Transmission: With regular updates of the transmission fluid (every 60,000 km), it easily reaches 300-400 thousand km without serious repairs.
• Walking: By this time, front shock absorbers may start tapping or leaking.
• Other problems and malfunctions: Sometimes there are problems with the motor of the rear window washer.

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