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    Holden Captiva 2008 Problems

    Are you having problems with your 2008 Holden Captiva? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2008 Holden Captiva issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2008 Holden Captiva in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    Holden Captiva 2008: Multiple problems
    Answered by Graham Smith · 2 October 2008

    THE clunk could be in the driveline, but I suspect that's what the dealer has tried. Go back and ask them what they actually did, and what they next plan to do to fix it. I take it you mean an aftermarket chip when you say a "DB'' chip, but it sounds like there is something amiss with your car that needs to be sorted before resorting to the chip. If there is a problem, the chip won't fix it. You should be happy with the fuel economy -- it's within a bull's roar of the Holden claim. The Holden figure is derived from a non-real-world lab test and is done so people thinking of buying a car can compare its fuel economy with other makes and models.

    Captiva diesel reflashing
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 4 September 2008

    HOLDEN contacted us and advised us that they have not been reflashing Captivas to improve the fuel economy. There are a lot of people disappointed with the economy of the diesel Captiva, but I'm sure their expectations were a little too high -- 10 litres/100km isn't too bad.

    Holden Captiva: Petrol vs diesel
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 19 June 2008

    MODERN diesels perform on a par with petrol engines now so you won't lose performance. When looking at economy, it's important to consider the higher purchase price of the diesel model and the higher fuel price.

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