HOLDEN CG CAPTIVA 5 User guide

OWNER’S HANDBOOK
CG CAPTIVA 5
HOLDEN.COM.AUCG CAPTIVA 5

GM Holden Ltd, ABN 84 006 893 232 (hereinafter Holden)
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Printed in Australia
Part No. 92294334
June 2013 (MY13 CG Captiva 5. Print 2)
© 2013 GM Holden Ltd
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Contents 1
Introduction .................................... 2
In brief ............................................ 4
Keys, doors, and windows ........... 15
Seats, restraints ........................... 27
Storage ........................................44
Instruments and controls ............. 49
Lighting ........................................67
Infotainment system ..................... 72
Climate control ........................... 103
Driving and operating ................ 109
Vehicle care ............................... 145
Service and maintenance .......... 190
Technical data ............................ 192
Customer information ................ 198
Index ..........................................200
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2 Introduction
Introduction
We thank you for choosing Holden and want to
assure you of our continuing interest in your
driving pleasure and satisfaction.
This handbook applies to the current Captiva model.
Therefore, due to different models and options, you may
nd reference in this Handbook to some equipment
not tted to your own vehicle.
Please note that all information, illustrations and
specications in this Handbook are based on the latest
production information available at the time of printing.
Holden reserves the right to make changes at any time
without notice and without incurring any obligation.
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Introduction 3
Introduction
Your vehicle is a designed
combination of advanced technology,
safety, environmental friendliness and
economy.
This Owner’s Handbook provides
you with all the necessary
information to enable you to drive
your vehicle safely and efciently.
Make sure your passengers are
aware of the possible risk of accident
and injury which may result from
improper use of the vehicle.
Using this manual
• The In brief section will give you
an initial overview.
• The table of contents at the
beginning of this manual and
within each chapter shows where
the information is located.
• The index will enable you to
search for specic information.
• Directional data, e.g. left or right,
or front or back, always relate to
the direction of travel.
• Depending on the model variant,
integrated special equipment
and accessories, the scope of
equipment of your vehicle can
differ from the descriptions in this
Owner’s Handbook.
Danger, warnings
and cautions
Danger
Text marked Danger provides
information on risk of fatal injury.
Disregarding this information may
endanger life.
Warning
Text marked Warning
provides information on risk of
accident or injury. Disregarding
this information may lead to injury.
Caution
Text marked Caution provides
information on possible damage
to the vehicle. Disregarding this
information may lead to vehicle
damage.
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4 In brief
In brief
Initial drive
information
Unlocking the vehicle
Remote keyless entry
A
The key operates all locks and the
ignition:
: Lock
: Unlock
The code number for the keys is
stamped on the key plate (A).
Keys and locks, see page 15.
Doors, see page 17.
Manual door locks
• To lock all doors, insert the key
into the driver’s door lock and
turn towards the rear of the
vehicle. The key returns to the
vertical position for removal.
• To unlock all doors, insert the
key into the driver’s door lock
and turn towards the front of the
vehicle. The key returns to the
vertical position for removal.
Keys and locks, see page 15.
Doors, see page 17.
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In brief 5
Seat adjustment
The vehicle may have the following
levers and switches for seat
adjustment.
Forwards/backwards (Type A)
Up/down (Type A)
Recline (Type A)
Lumbar
Forwards/backwards (Type B)
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6 In brief
Up/down (Type B)
Recline (Type B)
Front seats, see page 28.
Head restraints
Warning
Do not drive the vehicle with the
head restraints removed, as it
increases the risk of a neck injury
in the event of an accident.
Do not attempt to adjust the
driver’s head restraint while the
vehicle is in motion. This could
cause a loss of control of the
vehicle.
The head restraint safety feature
is not intended to rest the head
upon. It is solely for the reduction
of whiplash neck movement in an
accident involving the vehicle.
The centre of the head restraint
should be at eye level, never at
neck level.
To adjust the height:
1. Push the button in.
2. Pull the head restraint up or push
the head restraint down.
Head restraints, see page 27.
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In brief 7
Seat belts
The belt should not be twisted. It
should lie at and t rmly across
your hips.
1. Pull the metal tongue across
your body.
2. Clip it into the buckle.
When the metal tongue is locked
safely into place you will hear a
click.
Three point belt, see page 32.
Mirror adjustment
Rear view mirror
Adjust the rear view mirror by
moving right or left, up or down.
To reduce headlamp glare at night
from following vehicles, pull the lever
towards the rear of the vehicle.
For daylight operation, push the
lever towards the front of the vehicle.
Interior mirrors, see page 22.
Exterior mirrors
Power mirrors
To adjust the mirrors, turn the
ignition to ACC or ON:
• Rotate the switch to the right to
adjust the driver side mirror.
• Rotate the switch to the left to
adjust the front passenger side
mirror.
• Push the sides of the switch to
adjust the mirror angles.
Exterior mirrors, see page 21.
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8 In brief
Steering wheel
adjustment
Warning
Do not attempt to adjust the
steering wheel while driving.
1. To unlock, move the lever down.
2. To adjust, move the steering
wheel up, down, closer or away.
3. To lock, move the lever up.
Ensure the steering wheel is
locked in position before driving.
Controls, see page 50.
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In brief 9
Instrument panel overview
4
A B C ED IF JG H K
LRU TVW SS O N MPQX
A. Side vent outlet.....................107
B. Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder..................................56
C. Park Assist (PA)....................132
Descent Control System
(DCS)....................................128
Electronic Stability Control
(ESC)....................................126
D. Centre vent outlet .................107
E. Hazard warning
asher button ..........................68
F. Graphic Information Display
(GID).......................................64
G. Lever for wipers
and washers ...........................51
H. Instrumentation.......................55
I. Horn pad.................................51
J. Lever for:
Turn signal..............................69
High/low beam........................68
Cruise control........................130
K. Headlamp switch ....................67
L. Card holder.............................44
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10 In brief
Interior lighting
The two interior lamps are located in
the centre-front of the roof and the
centre-middle of the roof.
: On/off
: Reading lamps
d: Reading and centre lamps
Interior lighting, see page 70.
M. Coin storage ...........................44
N. Bonnet release lever.............148
O. Steering wheel controls
Search buttons........................74
Volume scroll wheel................74
P. Steering wheel adjustment .....50
Q. Steering wheel controls
Multifunction scroll wheel........74
Voice control button................74
Phone button ..........................74
R. Shift lever
Automatic..............................118
Manual..................................122
S. Heated seat switches..............30
T. Electric Park Brake (EPB).....124
U. Economy mode.....................120
V. Climate control system .........103
W. Audio system ..........................72
X. Glove box................................45
Exterior lighting
AUTO: Parking lamps and
headlamps will turn on automatically
depending on the outside light.
O: Off.
8: Parking lamps, number plate
lamps and instrument panel lights
illuminate.
The headlamps will not come on.
: Headlamps
>: Front fog lamps
r: Rear fog lamps
Exterior lighting, see page 67.
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In brief 11
High/low beam
Rotate the lamp control to .
High beam: Push lever
Low beam: Pull lever from high
beam position
Headlamp ash: Pull lever
The high beam lamps can be ashed
even if the headlamps and/or ignition
are off.
Exterior lighting, see page 67.
High/low beam, see page 68.
Turn signals
Left: Lever up
Right: Lever down
Exterior lighting, see page 67.
Turn signals, see page 69.
Hazard warning asher
Press to turn the hazard warning
asher on and off when the ignition
is in any position.
Hazard warning asher, see
page 68.
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12 In brief
Horn
Press the horn pad on either side.
Washer and
wiper systems
MIST: Wipers cycle while the lever is
held down
O: Off
--: Adjustable wiping cycle or
automatic wiper with rain sensor
l: Continuous wipe, slow speed.
ll: Continuous wipe, fast speed.
Pull to wash the windscreen.
Windscreen wipers/washers,
see page 51.
Washer uid, see page 52.
Climate control
20
22
24
20
22
24
AUTO
A/C
R
SYNC
The climate control panel is located
in the centre of the dashboard.
Climate control, see page 103.
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In brief 13
Transmission
Automatic transmission
P: Park
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Drive
Apply the brake pedal and press
the select button on the shift
lever to shift.
Press the select button on the
shift lever to shift.
It is not necessary to apply the
brake pedal or press the select
button on the shift lever to shift.
Starting off
Check before starting
• Check that windows, mirrors and
lamps are clean.
• Visually check tyre ination.
Check the tyre pressures
each week using a pressure
gauge.
• Ensure that all doors are closed
and secured.
• Position your seat for
comfortable driving.
• Adjust rear view mirrors.
• Fasten seat belts.
• Check that the warning indicators
illuminate when turning the
ignition on.
Starting and operating, see
page 111.
Starting the engine, see page 114.
Manual transmission
The manual transmission has six
forward gears and a reverse gear.
The shift pattern is found on the top
of the shift lever.
Automatic transmission, see
page 118.
Active select mode, see page 119.
Manual transmission, see page 122.
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14 In brief
ACC: When the key is in the ACC
(accessories) position, the audio
system will operate.
ON: When the key is in the ON
position, the engine is ready to start
and all electrical systems are active.
Do not leave the switch in the
ON position for a prolonged period,
unless the engine is running,
otherwise the vehicle battery
will discharge.
START: Turn the key to the START
position until the engine starts.
The key automatically returns to the
ON position when released.
Ignition positions, see page 113.
Starting the engine
Warning
Do not switch the engine off while
the vehicle is moving as there
will not be any power assist for
brakes or steering.
Never remove the key while the
vehicle is moving, as this will lock
the steering.
LOCK: The key is inserted and
removed only from the LOCK
position.
Parking
1. Apply the park brake.
Before leaving the vehicle,
ensure is illuminated on
the instrument panel.
Electric Park Brake (EPB),
see page 124.
2. Automatic transmission:
Select position P.
Manual transmission: If facing
uphill or on at ground, select
1st gear. If facing downhill, select
reverse gear.
3. Shut all windows.
4. Switch off all exterior lamps.
5. Turn the ignition key to LOCK
and remove the key.
6. Lock all doors.
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Keys, doors and windows 15
Keys and locks
Keys
A
The key operates all locks and the
ignition:
: Lock
: Unlock
The code number for the keys is
stamped on the key plate (A).
Record the key number, remove the
key plate and keep the number and
the key plate in a safe place (not in
the vehicle).
Keys, doors
and windows
Keys and locks ............................15
Doors............................................17
Vehicle security.............................21
Exterior mirrors.............................21
Interior mirrors..............................22
Windows.......................................23
Roof..............................................25
If the original keys are lost, any
additional or replacement keys must
be purchased from and programmed
by a Holden Dealer, using the key
code number.
Foldaway key blade
The vehicle may have a fold away
key blade.
1. Press the button to extend the
key blade.
2. To retract the key blade, press
the button and fold the blade into
the key.
The key engages audibly.
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16 Keys, doors and windows
Matching transmitter(s)
to the vehicle
Each remote keyless entry
transmitter is coded to the vehicle.
If the vehicle’s key is lost, inform a
Holden Dealer immediately so the
vehicle can be reprogrammed and will
no longer recognise the missing key.
Additional transmitters also require
re-coding to match the new
transmitter.
Up to four keys can be matched to
the vehicle at the same time.
Warning
The remote control unit contains
precision electronic parts. To help
avoid transmitter trouble:
Do not leave the remote control
unit in direct sunlight.
Do not treat the remote control
unit carelessly.
Do not allow the remote control
unit to get wet.
Replacing the battery in
the remote control
A
B
A. Non folding key
B. Folding key
As soon as the range of the remote
control reduces, replace the battery:
1. Insert a small screwdriver in the
notch on the cover (A) and prise
it open.
Remove the back cover (B).
2. Remove the battery.
3. Install the new battery, with the
positive (+) side facing up. See
Recommended uids, lubricants
and parts on page 191.
4. Close the cover so it engages
audibly.
5. Test the operation of the
transmitter.
Note
• Avoid touching the at surfaces
of the battery, the circuit board
and other components inside the
remote control with bare ngers.
Handling will shorten battery life.
• Do not operate the key repeatedly
at short intervals. The power
supply may cut off for a short
amount of time.
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Keys, doors and windows 17
About the keys
• Ensure that other keys on the key
ring are not between the key and
the vehicle.
• The remote control in the key
has a range of approximately
six metres.
• The range depends on
the charge of the key battery,
on ambient conditions, the key’s
location and the area between
the key and the vehicle.
• If the key buttons do not work,
move closer to the vehicle.
• Take care that no button is
pressed unintentionally, especially
when the vehicle is out of sight.
• Metallic window tint reduces the
range of the key.
• The key buttons may not work if
the vehicle is parked near strong
radio activity, such as under TV
towers (most likely in high lookout
car parks).
• At times, a decrease in range
may occur, which is normal.
• If the transmitter does not work:
You may need to stand closer
during rainy or snowy weather.
Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.
If you are still having trouble,
contact a Holden Dealer.
• If pressing the key buttons does
not work, the doors can be
locked and unlocked by turning
the key in the driver’s
door lock.
• If the vehicle is delivered with
only one key, contact your
Holden Dealer as soon as
possible.
• Always store spare keys in a
safe, dry place.
• Protect the remote control unit
against moisture.
• Do not operate the key
unnecessarily.
• The buttons on the key do not
operate while the key is in the
ignition.
Doors
Locking and unlocking
Press once to:
• Lock all doors.
• Lock the fuel ller door.
• Flash the hazard lamps once.
Press once to:
• Unlock all doors.
• Unlock the fuel ller door.
• Flash the hazard lamps twice.
• Flash the instrument panel lights.
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18 Keys, doors and windows
Note
If no door is opened within
5 minutes, all doors will
automatically relock.
Locking/unlocking from inside
• The door lock switch is located in
the driver’s door.
• To lock the doors, press the door
lock switch on the left side.
• To unlock the doors, press the
door lock switch on the right side.
Manual door locks
• To lock all doors, insert the key
into the driver’s door lock and
turn anticlockwise, then turn
back to the vertical position and
remove.
• To unlock all doors, insert the key
into the driver’s door lock and
turn clockwise, then turn back to
the vertical position and remove.
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