Target Audience:
        
        
            Value-conscious buyers, commuters, first-time car owners
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Ford Focus, Nissan Sentra, Mazda3
        
     
    
    
        
            Body Styles:
        
        
            Sedan, Coupe
        
     
    
        
            Design Philosophy:
        
        
            Affordable and practical transportation with a focus on safety and fuel efficiency
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Primary Coverage:
        
        
            Owner's information and basic operation
        
     
    
        
            Maintenance Coverage:
        
        
            Routine maintenance, fluid specifications, capacities, and basic troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Safety Features Coverage:
        
        
            Seat belts, airbags, child restraint systems
        
     
    
        
            Comfort And Convenience:
        
        
            Climate controls, locks, security, seating adjustments, interior lighting
        
     
    
        
            Infotainment Coverage:
        
        
            Radio operation, speaker systems
        
     
    
        
            Driving Operation:
        
        
            Starting, driving, parking, fuel information
        
     
    
        
            Customer Assistance:
        
        
            Customer service contacts, safety defect reporting (US)
        
     
    
        
            Cleaning And Care:
        
        
            Interior and exterior cleaning recommendations
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Pages:
        
        
            Approximately 300-400 pages (typical for 2006 owner's manuals)
        
     
    
    
    
    
    
    
 
    
    
    
        
            Instrument Cluster:
        
        
            Gauges, warning lights, driver information center
        
     
    
        
            Climate Controls:
        
        
            HVAC system operation, fan speeds, temperature settings, recirculation
        
     
    
        
            Lighting:
        
        
            Headlights, taillights, interior lighting, fog lamps (if equipped)
        
     
    
        
            Driver Controls:
        
        
            Steering wheel controls, power mirrors, windows, wipers
        
     
    
        
            Locks And Security:
        
        
            Keyless entry, door locks, anti-theft system
        
     
    
        
            Seating And Safety Restraints:
        
        
            Seat adjustment, seat belts, airbag system overview, child seat installation
        
     
    
        
            Entertainment Systems:
        
        
            Radio operation, CD player, audio controls
        
     
    
        
            Engine Compartment:
        
        
            Component identification, fluid check points, maintenance access
        
     
    
        
            Maintenance And Specifications:
        
        
            General maintenance guidelines, refill capacities, lubricant specifications
        
     
    
    
        
            Routine Maintenance:
        
        
            Checking fluid levels (oil, coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid), tire pressure checks
        
     
    
        
            Driving Procedures:
        
        
            Starting the engine, shifting gears, parking brake operation, fuel filling
        
     
    
        
            Safety Procedures:
        
        
            Proper use of seat belts, child restraint system installation guidance
        
     
    
        
            Basic Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Understanding dashboard warning lights, basic operational quirks
        
     
    
        
            Cleaning Procedures:
        
        
            Recommendations for cleaning interior and exterior surfaces
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Covers essential owner information, routine maintenance, and basic operation. Not a repair or service manual, but provides critical data for owners.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Length:
        
        
            174.9 inches (4442 mm) - Sedan / 173.3 inches (4399 mm) - Coupe
        
     
    
        
            Width:
        
        
            67.9 inches (1725 mm)
        
     
    
        
            Height:
        
        
            56.2 inches (1427 mm) - Sedan / 54.7 inches (1390 mm) - Coupe
        
     
    
        
            Wheelbase:
        
        
            103.7 inches (2634 mm)
        
     
    
    
        
            Trunk Volume:
        
        
            13.7 cubic feet (388 liters) - Sedan / 12.9 cubic feet (365 liters) - Coupe
        
     
    
    
        
            Curb Weight:
        
        
            Approximately 2700-2800 lbs (1225-1270 kg) depending on configuration
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
        
        
            ★★★★★ (5-star)
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
        
        
            ★★★★★ (5-star)
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Side Impact Front Seat Passenger:
        
        
            ★★★★☆ (4-star)
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Side Impact Rear Seat Passenger:
        
        
            ★★★★☆ (4-star)
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Front Offset Small Overlap:
        
        
            Good
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Standard (Anti-lock Braking System)
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Optional (available on some trims)
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Dual-stage front airbags, available front side-impact airbags
        
     
    
        
            Seat Belts:
        
        
            Three-point seat belts with pretensioners for all seating positions
        
     
    
        
            Child Safety:
        
        
            LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first (synthetic blend recommended)
        
     
    
        
            Tire Rotation:
        
        
            Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or as needed based on driving conditions
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            100,000 miles (160,000 km) with Iridium-tipped spark plugs
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity:
        
        
            4.0 quarts (3.8 liters) with filter for 1.6L/2.0L engines
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Dex-Cool (GM 6277M) Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Type:
        
        
            Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) for automatic; GL-4 Gear Oil for manual
        
     
    
    
        
            Power Steering Fluid:
        
        
            Dexron III ATF (or equivalent)
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Complaint 1:
        
        
            Oil leaks from valve cover gasket or oil pan gasket
        
     
    
        
            Common Complaint 2:
        
        
            Catalytic converter failure (especially on higher mileage vehicles)
        
     
    
        
            Common Complaint 3:
        
        
            Suspension component wear (e.g., ball joints, control arm bushings)
        
     
    
        
            Common Complaint 4:
        
        
            Power window regulator failures
        
     
    
        
            Common Complaint 5:
        
        
            AC system issues (refrigerant leaks, compressor failures)
        
     
    
    
        
            Oil Filter Example:
        
        
            ACDelco PF47, Fram PH3569
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Example:
        
        
            ACDelco A3141C, Fram CA9991