automatic transmission OPEL FRONTERA 1998 Workshop Manual

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE) 7A–11
OPERATION OF CLUTCH, BRAKE AND ONE-WAY CLUTCH
:Operating :Free at coast down :Operating at Lock-up
(1*): Down-shift only in the L range and 2nd
gear - no up-shift.
(2*): Down-shift only in the L range and 3rd gear - no up-shift.
SPEED CHANGE AND LOCK-UP PATTERN
If you select a speed range and a lock-up pattern as shown below by specifying respective positions of transmission
shift lever, transfer shift lever and pattern select switch, the transmission control computer controls speed change and
lock-up operations based on the specified pattern in accordance with the degree of throttle opening and vehicle speed.

: The lock-up operation is available.
( ): Transmission is shifted at high speed to prevent overrun.
Shift lever
positionGear positionC-0C-1C-2B-0B-1B-2B-3F-0F-1F-2S-1S-2S-3
PParking
RReverse
NNeutral
D1st
2nd
3rd
O/D
21st
2nd
3rd
L1st
(1*) 2nd
(2*) 3rd
Pattern select sw.
positionTransmission shift position
D
2L
Overdrive OFF switch
OFF Overdrive OFF switch
ON
NORMAL
POWER1st
2nd 1st 2nd 1st2nd(3rd) 1st(2nd)(3rd)
WINTER 3rd fixed──

7A–12 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE)
OVERDRIVE AND LOCK-UP OPERATING CONDITIONS
The overdrive and lock-up clutch operate if the following conditions are satisfied.

(1*):
If transmission oil temperature is more than 130C, lock-up is inhibit.
OverdriveLock-up clutch
Transmission shift positionD range (1*)
O/D OFF switchOFF (O/D OFF lamp OFF)—
Stop lamp switch—OFF
Throttle opening—Except fully closed
Vehicle speedAbout 49 km/h or more3rd: About 50 km/h or more
O/D: About 65 km/h or more

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE) 7A–13
DIAGNOSIS
BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING
AW30-40LE transmission, called Electronic Controlled Transmission (ECT), differs from oil pressure control type
transmissions in that it is controlled by a microcomputer. Accordingly, its troubleshooting procedure differs also.
Before troubleshooting an ECT, first determine whether the problem is electrical or mechanical. To do this, just refer to
the basic troubleshooting flowchart provided below. If the cause is already known, using the basic troubleshooting
chart below along with the general troubleshooting char t on the following page should speed the procedure.

7A–14 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE)
821RY00012
F07LV002
740RY00013
740RY00014
SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Warning to the driver
• When trouble has occurred to throttle position sensor, output
revolution sensor, input revolution sensor, neutral star t
switch, engine revolution signal, speed meter signal, or
solenoids, "CHECK TRANS" lamp is blinked (1.25 Hz) even
during driving to warn the driver.
• The trouble is recorded by trouble code in TCM.
• When temporary trouble has been shooted, the "CHECK
TRANS" lamp stops blinking. This blinking can be stopped
by setting the ignition key off. But the trouble code remains
memorized in TCM.
Self-diagnosis code (Flashing code) display
• For quick search for faulty parts, 12 different items of trouble
code are indicated by "CHECK TRANS" lamp blinking.
• The storaged trouble codes can be identified by shor ting the
terminals No. 11 and No. 4 or 5 (ground) of data link
connector with a lead wire.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE) 7A–15
F07LV001
Indication Method:
1.Terminals No. 11 are No. 4 or 5 (ground) of data link
connector are short circuited.
2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
3. In case there no trouble, normal code is indicated.
4. In case a plurality of trouble codes have occurred at a time,
each code is indicated three times in numerical order.
NOTE:
Power line runs through data link connector.
Be careful shorting with a lead wire, etc.
(The vehicle side of control module may be damaged.) For
identification of trouble code, connect Tech2 to data link
connector.
Clear of trouble code memory
1. Clear the trouble code memory using F1: Clear DTC
Information for Tech2.
2. After more than 1 second has elapsed after the ignition key
has been turned ON, short between No. 11 and No. 4 or 5
(ground) of data link connector. Then, after 1 second, but
within 6 seconds, discontinue shorting.

7A–16 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE)
Flashing code
F07RY00016

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE) 7A–17
DIAGNOSIS WITH TECH2
In this AW30-40LE transmission, troubleshooting can be
performed for electrical faults using the Tech2 scan tool.
If the CHECK TRANS lamp blinks, or if an electrical fault in the
transmission may probably exist, check trouble codes using the
Tech2 scan tool.
In the diagnostic procedures described in this manual, first
repair the faulty positions indicated by trouble code in the order
of numbers and then perform troubleshooting for the faulty
positions that are not indicated by trouble code. For correct
troubleshooting, it is necessary to first repair the trouble codes
of lower-order numbers, then to repair the trouble codes of
higher-order numbers in sequence.
How to Use This Manual:
Check trouble codes using the Tech2 scan tool.
If no codes are set:
•Refer to
F1: Data Display and identify the electrical faults
that are not indicated by trouble code.
If codes are set:
• Record all the codes displayed by the Tech2 and check if the
codes are intermittent (intermittent faults).
• Clear the codes.
• Drive the vehicle for a test to reproduce the faulty status.
• Check trouble codes again using the Tech2.
• If no code is displayed by test driving, the fault is intermittent.
In this case, refer to the cautions on intermittent conditions.
• If a code is present, refer to "DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE
CODES (DTC) CHECK" for diagnosis.
• Because a code of high-order number may be set for the
reason that a code of low-order number has been set after
occurrence of a fault, perform repair work starting with a
lower-order number is ascending order.

7A–18 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE)
901RW176
F07RW033
740RY00013
740RY00014
901RY00014
TECH2 CONNECTION
The Tech2 scan tool is used to electrically diagnose the
automatic transmission system and to check the system. The
Tech2 enhances the diagnosis efficiency though all the
troubleshooting can be done without the Tech2.
The Tech2 is a portable, compact, and light tester. When it is
connected to the diagnosis connector of the vehicle, you can
perform a variety of diagnoses and tests by communicating
with the Transmission Control Module (TCM) of the vehicle.
1. Configuration of Tech2
1. Tech2 scan tool kit (No. 7000086), Tech2 scan tool (No.
7000057) and DLC cable (No. 3000095)
2. SAE16/19 adapter (No. 3000098) (1), RS232 loop back
connector (No. 3000112) (2), and PCMCIA card (No.
3000117) (3)
2. Tech2 Connection
•Observe the Tech2 User Guide.
1. Check the ignition is OFF.
2. Inser t the ISUZU 2000 system PCMCIA card (1) into the
Te c h 2 ( 4 ) .
3. Connect the SAE16/19 adapter (2) to the DLC cable (3).
4. Connect the DLC cable (3) to the Tech2 (4).
5. Connect the SAE16/19 adapter (2) to the diagnosis
connector of the vehicle.
6. Turn the ignition of the vehicle ON and press the "PWR"
key of the Tech2.
•Check the display of the Tech2.
NOTE:
Be sure to check that the power is not supplied to the
Tech2 when attaching or removing the PCMCIA card.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE) 7A–19
TECH2 OPERATING FLOW CHART (START UP)
060RY00110

7A–20 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE)
Once the test vehicle has been identified an “Application
(Power train) Menu" screen appears. Please select the
appropriate application.
The following table shows, which functions are used for
the available equipment versions.
Diagnostic Trouble Codes
The purpose of the “Diagnostic Trouble Codes" mode is
to display stored TCM trouble codes.
When “Diagnostic Trouble Codes" is selected an
“Application Menu" screen appears.
Clear DTC Information
The purpose of the “Clear DTC Information" mode is to
command the clearing of stored TCM trouble codes.
When “Clear DTC Information" is selected, a “Clear
DTC Information", warning screen appears. This screen
informs you that by cleaning DTC's, “all stored DTC
information in controller will be erased".
Do you want to clear DTC's (Yes/No).
Press either the Yes or No key when answering.
After clearing codes, confirm system operation by test
driving the vehicle.
Allow the vehicle to shift through all four forward gears in
a manner which attempts to repeat the failure condition.
NOTE: When the trouble has not been repaired and thetrouble code cannot be erased, check the vehicle again.
DTC Information
When “DTC Information" is selected, an “Application
Menu" appears with a list of DTC information function
keys addressing DTC specifics and their origins.
Function key selections may vary for particular vehicle
and/or system.
Data Display
The purpose of the “Data Display" mode is to
continuously monitor data parameters.
The current actual values of all impor tant sensors and
signals in the system are display through F1 mode.
When “Data Display" is selected an “Application Menu"
appears.
See “TRANSMISSION DATA" and “TCC DATA” on next
page.
Snapshot
When “Snapshot" is selected an “Application Menu"
appears.
When “Transmission Snapshot" application is selected
from the “Application Menu", a “Snapshot Menu"
appears, displaying several options. “Snapshot" options
may vary from one system to another.
“Snapshot" allows a recording of all vehicle parameters.
There parameters may then be replayed at a future
point in time.
This action allows you to focus on making the condition
occur, rather than trying to view all of the data in
anticipation of the fault. The snapshot will collect
parameter information around a trigger point that you
select.
When a snapshot is taken. It is recorded onto the
PCMCIA memory card. When the Tech2 is powered
down. Snapshots are not lost.
Actuator Tests
The purpose of “Actuator Tests" mode is to check for
correct operation of electronic system actuators.
Lamps
You can operate the lamps by pressing the ON and OFF
buttons.
Preconditions: P or N position
Solenoid
Solenoid S1(1-2/3-4), S2(2-3) and TCC Solenoid
(Torque Converter Clutch)
You can operate the solenoids by pressing the ON and
OFF buttons.
Preconditions: P or N position, no vehicle speed, no
engine speed
Pressure Control Solenoid (PCS)
You can operate the PC Solenoid by pressing the ON
and OFF buttons. ON will command a maximum current
of 1000 mA and OFF a minimum of 200 mA.
Preconditions: P or N position, no vehicle speed, engine
running F0: Diagnostic Trouble Codes
F0: Read DTC Info Ordered By Priority
F1: Clear DTC Information
F2: DTC Information
F0: History
F1: MIL SVS or Message Requested
F2: Last Test Failed
F3: Test Failed Since Code Cleared
F4: Not Ran Since Code Cleared
F5: Failed This Ignition
F1: Data Display
F0: Transmission Data
F1: TCC Data
F2: Snapshot
F3: Actuator Tests
F0: Lamps
F0: Check Light Test
F1: Power Lamp Test
F2: Winter Lamp Test
F3: AT Oil Temperature Lamp Test
F1: Solenoids
F0: Solenoid 2-3 Test
F1: Solenoid 1-2/3-4 Test
F2: TCC Solenoid Test
F3: Pressure Control Solenoid (PCS)