🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Vauxhall Model: Antara Year: 2006-2011 Badge: Vauxhall Body Style: Compact Crossover SUV 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact Crossover SUV Competitive Analysis Competitors: Nissan Qashqai, Ford Kuga, Volkswagen Tiguan, Hyundai ix35/Tucson (depending on market and specific year). Key Features Description: The Vauxhall Antara is a rebadged version of the Chevrolet Captiva. It offers a spacious interior, available four-wheel drive, and a range of diesel and petrol engines. Manual Value Proposition Benefit: Provides comprehensive, factory-level repair and maintenance information, enabling cost savings on servicing and empowering owners to perform repairs themselves. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Covered Generations: First Generation (GM Theta Platform) Covered Regions: Global (as Vauxhall Antara, also Opel Antara) Page Count Estimated Pages: Varies by specific edition, but comprehensive coverage implies hundreds of pages. Manual Type Type: Factory Service Repair Workshop Manual Language Language: English (implied by product description) Format Format: Digital Download (ISO Image / potentially PDF after extraction) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine (lubrication, cooling, fuel system, ignition, combustion, cylinder head, crankcase, piston, cylinder), Transmission System (gearbox, clutch, transmission removal/installation), Rear Wheel System. Chassis: Suspension, Wheels & Tyres, Braking System, Front Wheel and Steering System, Chassis. Electrical: Electrical System, Battery/Charging System, Alternator/Starter Clutch, Lights/Meters/Switches, Wiring Diagrams. Bodywork: Frame/Body Panels/Exhaust System, Fenders and Exhaust Pipe, Body & Fixtures. Procedures Included Maintenance: Periodic checks & Adjustments, Lubrication System, General Maintenance Procedures. Diagnostics And Repair: Troubleshooting, Complete Disassembly and Reassembly Instructions, Step-by-step repair guides. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering everything from routine maintenance and adjustments to complex component overhauls and diagnostics. Suitable for DIY enthusiasts and professional mechanics. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format Details: Distributed as an ISO image, requiring extraction and installation. Compatible with Windows 2000 Pro SP3/SP4 and Windows XP Pro SP2 (32-bit only). Not compatible with 64-bit Windows or Windows 8/10. Print Quality Quality: High-quality diagrams and easy-to-read text sections are highlighted in the description. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital format) Paper Type Paper: N/A (Digital format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Options: Likely includes 2.0L and 2.2L CDTi diesel engines, and potentially 2.4L and 3.2L petrol engines depending on the specific market and year within the 2006-2011 range. (Specific engine codes and detailed specs are found within the manual). Performance Horsepower Range: Typically from around 126 hp to 258 hp, varying by engine and model year. Torque Range: Varies significantly by engine, with diesel variants offering higher torque figures suitable for SUV applications. Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Includes details on common rail diesel injection (CRDi) for diesel engines and multi-point fuel injection (MPI) or direct injection for petrol engines. Lubrication And Cooling System Details: Manual covers engine oil specifications, cooling system components, coolant types, and maintenance procedures. 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: Likely 5-speed or 6-speed manual and automatic transmissions were offered. Optional Type: Automatic transmission, often with a 'shift-it-yourself' mode or steering wheel mounted paddles on higher trims. Features Drivetrain: Available in front-wheel drive (FWD) and intelligent all-wheel drive (AWD). Fluid Requirements Fluid Type: Specific ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) or manual gearbox oil specifications are detailed within the manual. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approximately 4,588 mm (180.6 in) Width: Approximately 1,850 mm (72.8 in) Height: Approximately 1,707 mm (67.2 in) Weights Curb Weight Range: Approximately 1,750 kg to 2,000 kg (3,858 to 4,409 lb), depending on engine and drivetrain. Cargo Cargo Volume Seats Up: Around 400 liters (14.1 cu ft) Cargo Volume Seats Down: Up to 1,330 liters (46.9 cu ft) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Euro Ncap Rating: 4 out of 5 stars (for Chevrolet Captiva, likely similar for Vauxhall Antara). Active Features ABS: Standard Anti-lock Braking System. Esp: Standard Electronic Stability Program (ESP) on most models. Passive Features Airbags: Front airbags, side airbags, and curtain airbags were typically standard or optional. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment System Features: Early models featured a basic CD player with radio. Higher trims or later models might include aux-in, USB connectivity, Bluetooth, and satellite navigation systems. The manual will cover the operation and troubleshooting of these systems. Driver Assistance Features: Features like parking sensors (front and rear) and cruise control were available on various trims. Connectivity Options: Limited by the era of manufacture; primarily focused on audio connectivity and basic communication (Bluetooth). Detailed wiring for these systems is covered in the manual. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 10,000 to 15,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first. Specific recommendations are in the manual. Timing Belt Chain: Many diesel engines used timing chains, while some petrol engines may have used belts. The manual will specify replacement intervals or inspection schedules. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil: API SN or equivalent, SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40, depending on engine and climate. (Refer to manual for exact OEM specifications). Coolant: GM Dex-Cool (or equivalent OAT coolant), typically a 50/50 mix with distilled...
Nissan Qashqai, Ford Kuga, Volkswagen Tiguan, Hyundai ix35/Tucson (depending on market and specific year).
Key Features
Description:
The Vauxhall Antara is a rebadged version of the Chevrolet Captiva. It offers a spacious interior, available four-wheel drive, and a range of diesel and petrol engines.
Manual Value Proposition
Benefit:
Provides comprehensive, factory-level repair and maintenance information, enabling cost savings on servicing and empowering owners to perform repairs themselves.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Covered Generations:
First Generation (GM Theta Platform)
Covered Regions:
Global (as Vauxhall Antara, also Opel Antara)
Page Count
Estimated Pages:
Varies by specific edition, but comprehensive coverage implies hundreds of pages.
Manual Type
Type:
Factory Service Repair Workshop Manual
Language
Language:
English (implied by product description)
Format
Format:
Digital Download (ISO Image / potentially PDF after extraction)
Frame/Body Panels/Exhaust System, Fenders and Exhaust Pipe, Body & Fixtures.
Procedures Included
Maintenance:
Periodic checks & Adjustments, Lubrication System, General Maintenance Procedures.
Diagnostics And Repair:
Troubleshooting, Complete Disassembly and Reassembly Instructions, Step-by-step repair guides.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from routine maintenance and adjustments to complex component overhauls and diagnostics. Suitable for DIY enthusiasts and professional mechanics.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Format Details:
Distributed as an ISO image, requiring extraction and installation. Compatible with Windows 2000 Pro SP3/SP4 and Windows XP Pro SP2 (32-bit only). Not compatible with 64-bit Windows or Windows 8/10.
Print Quality
Quality:
High-quality diagrams and easy-to-read text sections are highlighted in the description.
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital format)
Paper Type
Paper:
N/A (Digital format)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Options:
Likely includes 2.0L and 2.2L CDTi diesel engines, and potentially 2.4L and 3.2L petrol engines depending on the specific market and year within the 2006-2011 range. (Specific engine codes and detailed specs are found within the manual).
Performance
Horsepower Range:
Typically from around 126 hp to 258 hp, varying by engine and model year.
Torque Range:
Varies significantly by engine, with diesel variants offering higher torque figures suitable for SUV applications.
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Includes details on common rail diesel injection (CRDi) for diesel engines and multi-point fuel injection (MPI) or direct injection for petrol engines.
Lubrication And Cooling
System Details:
Manual covers engine oil specifications, cooling system components, coolant types, and maintenance procedures.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
Likely 5-speed or 6-speed manual and automatic transmissions were offered.
Optional
Type:
Automatic transmission, often with a 'shift-it-yourself' mode or steering wheel mounted paddles on higher trims.
Features
Drivetrain:
Available in front-wheel drive (FWD) and intelligent all-wheel drive (AWD).
Fluid Requirements
Fluid Type:
Specific ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) or manual gearbox oil specifications are detailed within the manual.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approximately 4,588 mm (180.6 in)
Width:
Approximately 1,850 mm (72.8 in)
Height:
Approximately 1,707 mm (67.2 in)
Weights
Curb Weight Range:
Approximately 1,750 kg to 2,000 kg (3,858 to 4,409 lb), depending on engine and drivetrain.
Cargo
Cargo Volume Seats Up:
Around 400 liters (14.1 cu ft)
Cargo Volume Seats Down:
Up to 1,330 liters (46.9 cu ft)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Euro Ncap Rating:
4 out of 5 stars (for Chevrolet Captiva, likely similar for Vauxhall Antara).
Active Features
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System.
Esp:
Standard Electronic Stability Program (ESP) on most models.
Passive Features
Airbags:
Front airbags, side airbags, and curtain airbags were typically standard or optional.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
System Features:
Early models featured a basic CD player with radio. Higher trims or later models might include aux-in, USB connectivity, Bluetooth, and satellite navigation systems. The manual will cover the operation and troubleshooting of these systems.
Driver Assistance
Features:
Features like parking sensors (front and rear) and cruise control were available on various trims.
Connectivity
Options:
Limited by the era of manufacture; primarily focused on audio connectivity and basic communication (Bluetooth). Detailed wiring for these systems is covered in the manual.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 10,000 to 15,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first. Specific recommendations are in the manual.
Timing Belt Chain:
Many diesel engines used timing chains, while some petrol engines may have used belts. The manual will specify replacement intervals or inspection schedules.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
API SN or equivalent, SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40, depending on engine and climate. (Refer to manual for exact OEM specifications).
Coolant:
GM Dex-Cool (or equivalent OAT coolant), typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water.
Known Issues
Common Problems:
Potential issues include DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) regeneration problems on diesel models, EGR valve issues, swirl flap issues in the intake manifold (diesel), and occasional electrical gremlins. Suspension and brake wear are typical for vehicles of this age and type. The manual will help diagnose and resolve these.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Heritage:
Vauxhall, a long-standing British automotive manufacturer with a history dating back to the late 19th century.
Model Evolution
Development:
The Antara was developed by General Motors, based on the GM Theta platform, sharing its underpinnings with the Chevrolet Captiva. It was positioned as Vauxhall's entrant into the growing compact SUV segment.
Production
Manufacturing:
Primarily manufactured in South Korea by GM Korea (formerly Daewoo).
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Awards Received:
The Antara, as a rebadged Captiva, did not win specific major awards in its Vauxhall guise. Its primary market positioning was as a practical and affordable family SUV.