width OPEL FRONTERA 1998 Owner's Manual
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ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
0016
Electrically Erasable Programmable Read
Only Memory (EEPROM)
The  electrically  erasable  programmable  read  only
memory (EEPROM) is a permanent memory chip that is
physically  soldered  within  the  PCM.    The  EEPROM
contains the program and the calibration information that
the PCM needs to control powertrain operation.
Unlike the PROM used in past applications, the EEPROM
is not replaceable.  If the PCM is replaced, the new PCM
will need to be programmed.  Equipment containing the
correct program and calibration for the vehicle is required
to program the PCM.
Fuel Control Heated Oxygen Sensors
The fuel control heated oxygen sensors (Bank 1 HO2S 1
and Bank 2 HO2S 1) are mounted in the exhaust stream
where they can monitor the oxygen content of the exhaust
gas.  The oxygen present in the exhaust gas reacts with
the  sensor  to  produce  a  voltage  output.    This  voltage
should constantly fluctuate from approximately 100 mV to
900  mV.    The  heated  oxygen  sensor  voltage  can  be
monitored with Tech 2.  By monitoring the voltage output
of the oxygen sensor, the PCM calculates the pulse width
command  for  the  injectors  to  produce  the  proper
combustion chamber mixture.
Low HO2S voltage is a lean mixture which will result in
a rich command to compensate.
High HO2S voltage is a rich mixture which will result in
a lean command to compensate.
An  open  Bank  1  HO2S  1  signal  circuit  will  set  a  DTC
P0134 and Tech 2 will display a constant voltage between
400-500  mV.    A  constant  voltage  below  300  mV  in  the
sensor  circuit  (circuit  grounded) will  set  DTC  P0131.   A
constant voltage above 800 mV in the circuit will set DTC
P0132.  Faults in the Bank 2 HO2S 1 signal circuit will
cause  DTC  0154  (open  circuit),  DTC  P0151  (grounded
circuit), or DTC P0152 (signal voltage high) to set.
0012
Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor
The  intake  air  temperature  (IAT)  sensor  is  a  thermistor
which changes its resistance based on the temperature of
air entering the engine.  Low temperature produces a high
resistance  of  100,000  ohms  at  –40
C  (–40F).    High
temperature causes low resistance of 70 ohms at 130
C
(266
F) .  The PCM supplies a 5-volt signal to the sensor
through  a  resistor  in  the  PCM  and  monitors  the  signal
voltage.  The voltage will be high when the incoming air is
cold.  The voltage will be low when the incoming air is hot.
By  measuring  the  voltage,  the  PCM  calculates  the
incoming air temperature.  The IAT sensor signal is used
to  adjust  spark  timing  according  to  the  incoming  air
density.
Tech  2  displays  the  temperature  of  the  air  entering  the
engine.    The  temperature  should  read  close  to  the
ambient air temperature when the engine is cold and rise
as underhood temperature increases.  If the engine has
not been run for several hours (overnight), the IAT sensor
temperature and engine coolant temperature should read
close to each other.  A fault in the IAT sensor circuit will set
DTC P0112 or DTC P0113. 
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6A – 6 ENGINE MECHANICAL
SERVICE STANDARD
Enginemm (in)
Parts Items Service standard Service limit Remarks
Cylinder Head
Va l v e   S p r i n g
Va l v e   a n d
Valve guide
Camshaft0.075 (0.0030) or less
95.0 (3.740)
45.7 (1.8)
—
241 (54.2)
6.959 – 6.977
(0.27 – 0.272)
6.692 – 6.970
(0.271 – 0.272)
0.023 – 0.056
(0.0009 – 0.0022)
0.03 – 0.063
(0.0011 – 0.0024)
8.0 (0.312)
1.1 (0.0433)
1.2 (0.0472)
1.2 (0.0472)
45°
2.1 (0.0827)
2.1 (0.0827)
0.08 (0.00314)
46.67 (1.8374)
46.77 (1.8413)
29.939 – 29.960
(1.167 – 1.168)
0.02 (0.0008) or less
0.40 – 0.082
(0.0016 – 0.0032)0.50 (0.0197)
—
44.8 (1.765)
1.6 (0.063)
210 (47.22)
6.92 (0.270)
6.90 (0.269)
0.19 (0.0074)
0.20 (0.0079)
—
1.6 (0.0630)
1.1 (0.0433)
1.1 (0.0433)
—
2.6 (0.1024)
2.6 (0.1024)
2.0 (0.00797)
46.57 (1.8335)
46.67 (1.8374)
29.84 (1.1748)
0.10 (0.0039)
0.12 (0.0047)Cannot be
reground Cylinder head lower surface for flatness
Cylinder head height
Free height
Squareness
Spring tension (when assembled) N(lb)
Diameter of Valve stem IN
EX
Valve and valve guide clearance IN
EX
Valve guide upper end height
(Measured from the Cylinder head upper
face)
Valve guide margin
Valve thickness IN
EX
Valve seat contact surface angle
Valve seat contact width IN
EX
End play
Cam lobe height IN
EX
Journal diameter
Runout
Camshaft oil clearance 
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6A – 50 ENGINE MECHANICAL
NOTE: Do not allow the camshaft to rotate.
6) Remove the camshaft bracket and measure the
plastigauge  width  and  determine  the  oil
clearance.  If  the  oil  clearance  exceeds  the
specified  limit,  replace  the  camshaft  carrier
and/or camshaft.
Oil clearance.
Standard: 0.040 – 0.082 mm (0.0016 – 0.0032 in)
Limit: 0.12 mm (0.0047 in)
7) Clean the plastigauge from the camshaft bracket
and camshaft carrier.
5. Camshaft thrust clearance.
1) Clean  the  camshaft,  camshaft  bracket  and
camshaft carrier.
2) Put camshaft carrier on the cylinder head.
3) Put camshaft on the camshaft carrier.
4) Put plastigauge on the camshaft journal.5) Install  camshaft  bracket  to  original  position  and
tighten bolts to specified torque in the numerical
order shown in the illustration.
Torque: A; 22 Nꞏm (2.2 kgꞏm/15.9 lb ft)
B; 38 Nꞏm (3.9 kgꞏm/28.2 lb ft)
C; 22 Nꞏm (2.2 kgꞏm/15.9 lb ft)
D; 38 Nꞏm (3.9 kgꞏm/28.2 lb ft)
6) Use  a  dial  indicator  to  measure  the  camshaft
thrust  clearance.  If  the  camshaft  thrust
clearance  exceeds  the  specified  limit,  replace
the camshaft carrier and/or camshaft.
Camshaft thrust clearance
Standard: 0.1 mm (0.0002 in)
Limit: 0.2 mm (0.0078 in)
13
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6
5
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10
9
20
8
19
2322
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21
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CC
B
CC
D
CC
B
C
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1215
2
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6A – 64 ENGINE MECHANICAL
Valve Depression
1. Measure  the  valve  stem  height  from  the  upper
surface  of  the  cylinder  head  as  shown  in  the
illustration.
Standard: 
Intake side 35.59 mm (1.4012 in)
Exhaust side 35.49 mm (1.3972 in)
Limit:
Intake side 35.74 mm (1.4071 in)
Exhaust side 35.64 mm (1.4031 in)
Legend
(1) Intake Side
(2) Exhaust Side
Valve Contact Width
1. Check  the  valve  contact  faces  for  roughness  and
unevenness.  Make  the  valve  contact  surfaces
smooth.
2. Measure the valve contact width.
If  the  measured  value  exceeds  the  specified  limit,
the valve seat insert must be replaced.
Inlet
Standard: 2.1 mm (0.0827 in)
Limit: 2.6 mm (0.1024 in)
Exhaust
Standard: 2.0 mm (0.0787 in)
Limit: 2.5 mm (0.0984 in)
Valve Seat Insert Replacement
Valve Seat Insert Removal
1. Arc  weld  the  entire  inside  circumference  of  the
valve seat insert.
2. Allow the valve seat insert to cool for a few minutes.
This will invite contraction and make removal of the
valve seat insert easier.
3. Use a screwdriver to pry the valve seat insert free.
Take care not to damage the cylinder head.
4. Carefully remove carbon and other foreign material
from the cylinder head insert bore.
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Valve Seat Insert Installation
1. Carefully place the attachment (1) (having a smaller
outside  diameter  than  the  valve  seat  insert)  on  the
valve seat insert (2).
Legend
(1) Attachment
(2) Valve Seat Insert
(3) Bench Press
NOTE: The smooth side of the attachment must contact
the valve seat insert.
2. Use  a  bench  press  (3)  to  gradually  apply  pressure
to  the  attachment  and  press  the  valve  seat  insert
into place.
Note:  Do  not  apply  an  excessive  amount  of  pressure
with  the  bench  press.  Damage  to  the  valve  seat  insert
will result.
Valve Seat Insert Correction
1. Remove  the  carbon  from  the  valve  seat  insert
surface.
2. Use  a  valve  cutter  (15°,  45° and  75° blades)  to
minimize scratches and other rough areas. This will
bring the contact width back to the standard value.
Remove  only  the  scratches  and  rough  areas.  Do
not  cut  away  too  much.  Take  care  not  to  cut  away
unblemished areas of the valve seat surface.
Valve Seat Angle: 45°NOTE: Use an adjustable valve cutter pilot.
Do  not  allow  the  valve  cutter  pilot  to  wobble  inside  the
valve guide.
3. Apply  abrasive  compound  to  the  valve  seat  insert
surface.
4. Insert the valve into the valve guide.
5. Turn  the  valve  while  tapping  it  to  fit  the  valve  seat
insert.
6. Check that the valve contract width is correct.
7. Check  that  the  valve  seat  insert  surface  is  in
contact with the entire circumference of the valve.
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7) Apply plastigage to the crankshaft journal unit as
shown in the illustration.
8) Install the main bearing caps. Apply engine oil to
the bolt threads and the seats. Tighten the bolts
to the specified torque.
Torque: 167 Nꞏm (17 kgꞏm/123 lb ft)
NOTE: Do not allow the crankshaft to rotate.
9) Remove the main bearing caps.
10) Measure the plastigage width and determine the
oil  clearance.  If  the  oil  clearance  exceeds  the
specified  limit,  replace  the  main  bearings  as  a
set and/or replace the crankshaft.
11) Clean  the  plastigage  from  the  bearings  and  the
crankshaft.
Remove the crankshaft and the bearings.
Standard: 0.031 – 0.063 mm (0.0012 – 0.0025 in)
Limit: 0.11 mm (0.0043 in)3. Run-out
1) Carefully set the crankshaft on the V-blocks.
Slowly  rotate  the  crankshaft  and  measure  the
runout.  If  the  crankshaft  runout  exceeds  the
specified limit, the crankshaft must be replaced.
Standard: 0.05 mm (0.0020 in) or less
Limit: 0.08 mm (0.0031 in)
Measure  the  diameter  and  the  uneven  wear  of
main journal and crank pin.
If  the  crankshaft  wear  exceeds  the  specified
limit, crankshaft must be replaced.
Main journal diameter
Standard: 69.917 – 69.932 mm (2.7526 – 2.7532 in)
Limit: 69.91 mm (2.7524 in)
Crank pin diameter
Standard: 52.915 – 52.930 mm (2.0833 – 2.0839 in)
Limit: 52.90 mm (2.0827 in)
Uneven wear limit
Standard: 0.05 mm (0.0020 in) or less
Limit: 0.08 mm (0.0031 in)
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ENGINE MECHANICAL 6A – 89
3. Measure  the  oil  clearance  between  the  connecting
rod and the crankshaft.
1) Remove  the  connecting  rod  cap  nuts  and  the
rod caps.
Arrange  the  removed  rod  caps  in  the  cylinder
number order.
2) Clean the rod bearings and the crankshaft pins.
3) Carefully check the rod bearings.
If  even  one  bearing  is  found  to  be  damaged  or
badly worn, the entire bearing assembly must be
replaced as a set. Reinstall the bearings in their
original positions.
Apply plastigage to the crank pin.
4) Reinstall the rod caps to their original positions.
5) Tighten  the  cap  nuts  in  2  steps,  using  angular
tightening  method  as  shown  in  the  following
specifications.
1st step: 29 Nꞏm (3.0 kgꞏm/22 lb ft)
2nd step: 45°– 60°NOTE: Do not allow the crankshaft to rotate
6) Remove the rod caps.
7) Measure  the  smallest  width  of  the  plastigage
and  determine  the  oil  clearance.  If  the  oil
clearance  exceeds  the  limit,  replace  the  rod
bearings as a set.
8) Clean  the  plastigage  from  the  bearings  and  the
crankshaft pins
Standard: 0.022 – 0.042 mm (0.0009 – 0.0017 in)
Limit: 0.100 mm (0.0039 in)
REASSEMBLY
1. Connecting Rod
2. Piston
3. Piston Pin
1) Apply  a  coat  of  engine  oil  to  the  piston  pin  and
the piston pin hole.
4. Piston Pin Snap Ring
1) Try  to  insert  the  piston  pin  into  the  piston  pin
hole with normal finger pressure.
2) Weight  each  piston  and  connecting  rod
assembly.
3) Select  piston  and  connecting  rod  combinations
so  that  the  weight  variation  of  the  different  four
assemblies is held within the specified limits.
Variance in weight after assembly: Less than 3g
(0.1058 oz)
NOTE:  When  changing  piston/connecting  rod
combinations,  do  not  change  the  piston/piston  pin
combination.
4) Attach  the  piston  to  the  connecting  rod  with  the
piston  front  mark  (2)  and  the  connecting  rod
front mark (3) on the same side.
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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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6E–42
4JX1–TC ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
4JX1-TC Engine (Automatic and Manual Transmission)
Te c h   2
Parameter
Data ListUnits
DisplayedTy p i c a l   D a t a
Values (IDLE)Typical Data
Va l u e s  
(2500 RPM)Refer To
Battery VoltageEngineVo l t s12.5  14.513  15General Description
Ignition StatusEngineOn/OffOnOnGeneral Description
Ignition Relay2EngineOn/OffOnOnGeneral Description
Idle SwitchEngineInactive/
Active——DTC P0510, P1510
Manifold
Absolute
PressureEngineKPa96  106110  150General Description
DTC P0107, P0108
Rail Oil
PressureEngineMPa3.5  54.5  10General Description
DTC P0192, P0193
Desired Rail Oil
PressureEngineMPa4  55  9General Description
DTC P0192, P0193
Fuel
TemperatureEngineC (F)75  8575  85DTC P0182, P0183
Quick Warming
SwitchEngineOn/OffOffOffDTC P0380
Thermo RelayEngineOn/Off——DTC P1655
Actual EGR
PressureEngineKPa58  60M/T 63  66
A/T 95 
 105
DTC P0405, P0406
Barometric
PressureEngineKPa98  10298  102General Description
Relative EGR
PressureEngineKPa–38  –45M/T –34  –37
A/T 0General Description
Desired EGR
PressureEngineKPa–43  –40M/T 36
A/T 0General Description
Brake SwitchEngineInactive/
Active——DTC P1588
GearEngine————
Vehicle SpeedEngineKm/h00Transmission Diagnosis
Rail Pressure
Control ValveEngine%17  2218  27DTC P1193
EGR StatusEngineDisable/
EnableEnableM/T Enable
A/T DisableGeneral Description
EGR Switching
Va l v eEngineOn/Off——General Description
Throttle Motor
Position SensorEngineVo l t s3.1  3.90.2  0.9DTC P1485, P1486,
P1487
Throttle Motor
PositionEngineSteps
0  1.00  1.0
DTC P1488
Delirered Fuel
QuantityEnginemm 3/st
6  106  12
General Description
Injector StatusEngineDisable/
EnableEnableEnableDTC P0201, P0202,
P0203, P0204, General
Description
Injector Pulse
WidthEnginems0.9  1.250.7  1.1General Description
Injector Start
OffsetEngineCA——General Description 
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7A1–6
TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM (4L30–E)
Shift Control
The  transmission  gear  is  shifted  according  to  the  shift
pattern selected by the driver. In shifting gears, the gear
ratio is controlled by the ON/ OFF signal using the shift
solenoid A and the shift solenoid B.
Band Apply Control
The band apply is controlled when in the 3–2 downshift
(engine overrun prevention) and the garage shift (shock
control).
The band apply solenoid is controlled by the signal from
the Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) to regulate the flow of
the oil.
Torque Converter Clutch Control
The clutch ON/OFF is controlled by moving the converter
clutch  valve  through  shifting  Torque  Converter  Clutch
(TCC) solenoid using the ON/OFF signal.
Line Pressure Control
The throttle signal allows the current signal to be sent to
the  force  motor.  After  receiving  the  current  signal,  the
force  motor  activates  the  pressure  regulator  valve  to
regulate the line pressure.
On–Board Diagnostic System
Several  malfunction  displays  can  be  stored  in  the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory, and read out
of it afterward.The serial data lines, which are required for the testing of
the  final  assembly  and  the  coupling  to  other  electronic
modules, can be regulated by this function.
Fail Safe Mechanism
If there is a problem in the transmission system, the PCM
will go into a “backup” mode.
The vehicle can still be driven, but the driver must use the
select lever to shift gears.
Torque Management Control
The transmission control side sends the absolute spark
advance  signal  to  the  engine  control  side  while  the
transmission  is  being  shifted.  This  controls  the  engine
spark  timing  in  compliance  with  the  vehicle  running
condition to reduce the shocks caused by the change of
speed.
ATF Warning Control
The  oil  temperature  sensor  detects  the  ATF  oil
temperature to control the oil temperature warning, TCC,
and the winter mode.
ABS Control (If equipped)
When the select lever is at “L” or “R” range, a signal is sent
to  the  ABS  controller  as  one  of  the  ABS  control
conditions.