Front ach OPEL FRONTERA 1998 Workshop Manual
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ENGINE ELECTRICAL 6D – 21
Rectifier Assembly
1. Measure  the  resistance  between  each  diode
terminal  and  aluminum  diode  fin  in  forward  and
reverse  directions  with  the  connection  of  the  tester
leads switched. The diodes are normal if resistance
is nearly zero ohms in one direction and is infinitely
high in the other direction.
2. If  a  diode  has  no  resistance  or  equal  resistance  in
both  directions,  it  is  defective  and  should  be
replaced together with the holder.
IC Regulator Assembly
Connect  a  variable  resistor,  two  12V  batteries,  a  fixed
resistor, and a voltmeter to the IC regulator as shown in
illustration.
a. Measuring equipment specifications
1. Fixed resistor (R1) : 10 Ohms / 3W
2. Variable resistor (Rv) : 0 – 300 Ohms / 12W
3. Batteries (BAT1, BAT2) : 12V (2 Batteries)
4. DC voltmeter : 0 – 50V / 0.5 steps (4 Check points)
b. Measuring procedure
1. Measure  the  voltage  “V1”  across  the  first  battery
(BAT1).  If  the  reading  is  between  10  and  13  volts,
the battery is normal.
2. Measure the voltage “V3” across both the batteries
(BAT1, BAT2). If the reading is between 20 and 26
bolts, the batteries are normal.
3. Gradually  increase  the  resistance  of  the  variable
resistor  from  zero.  Measure  the  voltage  “V2”  (the
voltage across the F and E terminals).
Check to see that the voltage across “V1” changes
at  this  time.  If  there  is  no  change,  the  voltage
regulator is faulty and must be replaced.
4. Measure the voltage at “V4” (the voltage across the
variable  resistor  center  tap  and  terminal  E  with  the
variable  resistor  resistance  held  constant).  The
measure  voltage  should  be  within  the  specified
(14.4  ± 0.3  volts)  limits.  If  it  is  not,  the  regulator
must be replaced.
Reassembly
To  reassemble,  follow  the  disassembly  steps  in  the
reverse order, noting the following points:
NOTE:
1) Never  make  battery  connections  with  polarities
reversed, or battery will be shorted via the diodes.
This will cause damage to the diodes.
2) Do not connect generator B terminal to ground; it is
connected directly to the battery.
This cable will burn if it is connected to ground.
3) Make sure to disconnect the positive (+) terminal of
the battery when quick-charging battery.
Diodes  may  be  damaged  due  to  abnormal  pulse
voltage generated by the quick charger.
4) When  reassembling  the  front  section  to  rear
section,  insert  a  stiff  wire  into  hole  in  the  rear  face
of the rear cover from the outboard side to support
the  brush  in  raised  position,  then  insert  the  front
section to which rotor is assembled.
5) Reassemble  parts  carefully  to  be  sure  they  fit  into
their  original  position,  paying  attention  to  the
insulated portions.
6) Wipe  insulating  tubes,  washers  and  plates  clean
and install them in position carefully to avoid getting
oil or grease on them.
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6D – 22 ENGINE ELECTRICAL
1. Using  a  press  with  a  socket  wrench  attached,
reassemble  rotor  and  rear  end  cover  assembly  in
the front cover.2. Install pulley on the rotor.
Secure  the  pulley  directly  in  the  vise  between  two
copper  plates,  and  tighten  nut  to  the  specified
torque.
Torque: 111 Nꞏm (82 lb ft)
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MAIN DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
General Specifications
Model LR160-734B LR-170-760
Battery voltage V 12
Rated output A 60 70
Direction of rotation Clockwise
(as viewed from pulley side)
Rated rotation speed rpm 5,000
Maximum speed rpm 18,000 
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6E–27 4JX1–TC ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Non-Emissions related
Dose not request illumination of any lamp
Stores a History DTC on the first trip with a fail
Stores Fail Record when test fails
Updates the Fail Record each time the diagnostic test
fails
Storing  and  Erasing  Freeze  Frame  Data  and  Failure
Records
The  data  captured  is  called  Freeze  Frame  data.    The
Freeze  Frame  data  is  very  similar  to  a  single  record  of
operating  conditions.    Whenever  the  MIL  is  illuminated,
the  corresponding  record  of  operating  conditions  is
recorded to the Freeze Frame buffer.
Data  from  these  faults  take  precedence  over  data
associated with any other fault.  The Freeze Frame data
will  not  be  erased unless  the associated  history  DTC  is
cleared.
Each time a diagnostic test reports a failure, the current
engine  operating  conditions  are  recorded  in  the 
Failure
Records
  buffer.    A  subsequent  failure  will  update  the
recorded  operating  conditions.    The  following  operating
conditions  for  the  diagnostic  test  which  failed 
typically
include the following parameters:
Engine Speed
Engine Load
Engine Coolant Temperature
Vehicle Speed
Intake Throttle Position
MAP
Injector Base Pulse Width
Loop Status
Data Link Connector (DLC)
The provision for communication with the contorl module
is the Data Link Connector (DLC).  It is located at behind
the  lower  front  instrument  panel.    The  DLC  is  used  to
connect to a Tech 2.  Some common uses of the Tech 2
are listed below:
Identifying stored Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
Clearing DTCs.
Performing out put control tests.
Reading serial data.
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Verifying Vehicle Repair
Verification of vehicle repair will be more comprehensive
for  vehicles  with  OBD  system  diagnostic.    Following  a
repair, the technician should perform the following steps:
1. Review  and  record  the  Fail  Records  and/or  Freeze
Frame data for the DTC which has been diagnosed.
2. Clear DTC(s).
3. Operate the vehicle within conditions noted in the Fail
Records and/or Freeze Frame data.
4. Monitor  the  DTC  status  information  for  the  specific
DTC which has been diagnosed until the diagnostic
test associated with that DTC runs.
Following  these  steps  are  very  important  in  verifying
repairs  on  OBD  systems.    Failure  to  follow  these  steps
could result in unnecessary repairs.
Reading Flash Diagnostic Trouble Codes
The provision for communicating with the Engine Control
Module  (ECM)  is  the  Data  Link  Connector  (DLC).  The
DLC is located in the front console box. It is used in the
assembly plant to receive information in checking that the
engine is operating properly before it leaves the plant.
The  diagnostic  trouble  code(s)  (DTCs)  stored  in  the
ECM’s memory can be read either through a hand-held
diagnostic scanner plugged into the DLC or by counting
the number of flashes of the “Check Engine” Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (MIL) when the diagnostic test terminal of
the  DLC  is  grounded.  The  DLC  terminal  “6”  (diagnostic
request) is pulled “Low” (grounded) by jumpering to DLC
terminal “4”, which is a ground wire.
This will signal the ECM that you want to “flash” DTC(s), if
any  are  present.  Once  terminals  “4”  and  “6”  have  been
connected, the ignition switch must be moved to the “ON”
position, with the engine not running.
The “Check Engine”MIL will indicate a DTC three times if
a DTC is present. If more than one DTC has been stored 
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6G – 6 ENGINE LUBRICATION
OIL COOLER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Drain engine coolant.
3. Remove front exhaust pipe.
4. Remove heat protector.
5. Remove exhaust valve assembly.
6. Oil cooler assembly.
1) Remove  water  hose  from  water  inlet  and  outlet
side.
2) Cloth  should  be  put  under  the  oil  cooler  to
prevent oil from flowing out.
3) Loosen  fixing  bolt  then  remove  oil  cooler
assembly.
Legend 
(1) Oil cooler assembly
(2) Oil filter assembly
INSPECTION AND REPAIR
1. Inspect  for  corrosion,  wear,  and  breaks  on  the  oil
cooler core.
2. If  a  problem  is  found  on  the  oil  cooler  core,  the  oil
cooler assembly must be replaced.
INSTALLATION
1. Oil cooler assembly
1) Tighten  oil  cooler  fixing  bolt  to  the  specified
torque and install water hoses.
Torque: 29 Nꞏm (3.0 kgꞏm / 21.7 lb ft)
2. Install  exhaust  valve  assembly  to  turbocharger
assembly and tighten to the specified torque.
Torque: 27 Nꞏm (2.7 kgꞏm / 19.5 lb ft)3. Install front exhaust pipe to the exhaust valve.
To r q u e :  
67 Nꞏm (6.8 kgꞏ.m / 49.2 lb ft) 
(At exhaust valve side)
43 Nꞏm (4.4 kgꞏm / 32 lb ft) 
(At center exhaust pipe side)
4. Install heater protector.
5. Fill engine coolant.
6. Connect battery ground cable.
7. Start  engine  and  carefully  check  for  leakage  of  oil
and coolant.
OIL COOLER SPECIFICATIONS
OIL FILTER
REMOVAL
1. Put  container  under  the  oil  filter  to  prevent  oil  from
the oil filter from flowing out.
2. Use filter wrench to remove oil filter.
Filter wrench: 5-8840-0203-0
INSTALLATION
1. Apply engine oil thinly to oil filter O-ring.
2. Tighten  oil  filter  by  hand  until  O-ring  comes  in
contact with the sealing surface.
3. Use filter wrench to tighten oil filter one turn and 1/8
turn.
4. Start engine and carefully check for oil leakage from
oil filter.
SUB OIL FILTER 
The  sub  oil  filter  requires  no  servicing  until  the
replacement interval is reached.
The  element  is  designed  to  provide  special  filtering
efficiency until it becomes due for replacement.
It is recommended to check and replace the sub oil filter
when  the  engine  is  being  overhauled  or  if  it  is  broken
inside the engine.
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7A–30
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30–E)
Removal
1. Disconnect  battery ground cable.
2. Remove transfer control lever knob. 
3. Remove front console.
Disconnect  wiring  harness  connectors  from  front
console.
4. Disconnect shift lock cable (1) from the selector lever
assembly side.
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5. Disconnect shift control rod (2) from the selector lever
assembly side.
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6. Disconnect  wiring  harness  connectors  from  the
selector lever assembly.
7. Remove selector lever assembly.
Installation
To install, follow the removal steps in the reverse order,
noting the following points:
Adjustment of select lever and control rod
1. Place the vehicle on a level surface.
NOTE: If  the  vehicle  is  not  on  level  surface,  the  shift
select cable set positions will vary with the movement of
engine. To prevent possible misadjustment of the cable,
the vehicle must be placed on a level surface.
2. Install  the  shift  control  rod  (1)  to  the  transmission
select  lever  (2),  and  then  place  the  lever  in  the  “N”
position.
3. Set select lever in the “N” position.
4. Push  select  lever  forward  (“R”  position  side)  and
s e c u r e  i t  ( u s i n g  a  r u b b e r  b a n d  ( 3 ) ,  e t c . )  s o  t h a t  t h e  p i n
comes into contact with the wall of the detent plate.
5. Install the shift control rod (1) to the selector lever arm
(4).
To r q u e :   3 2 N
m (3.3 kgꞏm/24 lb ft)
NOTE: Do not apply oil to the threaded portions.
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6. After  adjustment,  make  sure  that  the  selector  lever
operates normally, and that each selector position is
properly indicated. (The red mark shows through the
window.)
Adjustment of shift lock cable
1. Set ignition key in “LOCK” position and selector lever
in “P” position.
2. Adjust  cable  screw  cap  on  selector  lever  side  to
provide a gap (slack for cable) of 1 – 2 mm between
rod on steering lock side and stopper.
Adjust cap as follows:
a. Pull  screw  cap  (1)  in  arrow  direction  to  remove
inner cable slack.
b. With cable kept as (a), adjust gap between nut (2)
and bracket to 5 mm (0.2 in).
c. Lock inner cable by turning nut (3) while holding nut
(2) in place.
Torque : 3.7 N
m (38 kgꞏcm/33 lb in) 
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE) 7A–79
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Look-up solenoid (Normal open type)
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR 
INSPECTION
1. Turn the starter switch to the "ON" position.
2. Measure  the  voltage  between  throttle  position  sensor
connector terminals 2 (output) and 3 (ground).
NOTE:
• Do not remove the sensor connector.
• Make  sure  that  power  source  (4.75-5.25V)  is  measured
between  terminals  1  and  3  before  measurement  at  step
2).
ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR 
INSPECTION
1. Disconnect  the  front  side  ATF  cooler  pipe  from  the  elbow
and remove the elbow.
2. Remove the ATF temperature sensor from the transmission
case.
3. Place the ATF temperature sensor in a container of ATF.
4. Measure the resistance between each terminals.
5. If  either  of  the  measured  values  exceeds  the  specified,
replace the ATF temperature sensor.
Nꞏm (kgꞏm/ lbꞏft)
When battery terminal is 
disconnectedAir passes through
When battery terminal is 
connectedNo air leaks
Throttle position Voltage (V)
Idle 0.25-0.45
WOT 3.74-4.56
Resistance 0.5 - 30 k
(0C - 120C)
Torque 15 (1.5/11) 
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7A–80 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE)
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SELECTOR LEVER
INSPECTION
1. Make sure that when the selector lever is shifted from "P" to
"L", a "clicking" can be felt at each shift position. Make sure
that  the  gear  corresponds  to  that  of  the  position  plate
indicator.
2. Check to see if the shifter lever can be shifted as shown.
REMOVAL
Preparation:
Diconnect negative (–) battery cable.
1. Transfer Control Lever Knob
2. Front Console
Disconnect wiring harness connectors.
3. Selector Lever Assembly
1) Disconnect  shift  lock  cable  from  the  selector  lever
assembly side.
2) Disconnect wiring harness connectors.
3) Disconnect  shift  control  rod  from  the  selector  lever
assembly side. 
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7A–88 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE)
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11. Under cover and flex plate-torque converter bolt
• Remove the under cover.
• Turn the crankshaft to gain access to each bolt. 
Remove the six torque cover ter fixing bolts.
NOTE:  
New fixing bolts should be replaced for reassembly.
12. Rear mounting nut
• Support transmission with a jack.
• Remove  two  rear  mounting  nuts  from  the  3rd
crossmember.
13. 3rd crossmember
14. Oil level gauge and tube
15. Starter
• Remove  the  mounting  bolts,  and  pull  the  star ter  toward
the front of the vehicle.
Lay the star ter alongside the engine.
16. Engine-transmission bolt
• Remove engine-transmission fixing bolts.
• Disconnect  the  breather  hose  from  the  breather  hose  3
way (W/TOD) or 2 way (WO/TOD).
17. Transmission assembly
NOTE:  
Keep the oil pan positioned down. 
Be careful not to let the torque converter slide out.