battery OPEL FRONTERA 1998 Owner's Guide

5A–12
BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
EHCU Connector Pin-out Checks
Disconnect Electronic Brake Control Module.
Perform checks with high impedance digital
multimeter (5-8840-0366-0) or equivalent.
No.
Circuit to be TestedIgnition
Switch
PositionMultimeter
Scale/RangeMeasure
between
Pin NumberNominal ValueNote
1Ignition enableOFF20DCV8 (+), 15 (–)0V to 0.1V
ON20DCV8 (+), 15 (–)11.5V to 14.5V
2Stop light switchOFF20DCV10, 1510.5V to 14.5VPress brake pedal
3Ground connectionOFF20012, Ground
15, GroundLess than 2
4FL speed sensorOFF2k20, 211.3k to 1.9kInternal Resistance
OFF200k20, 15more than
100kInsulation Resistance
OFF200mACV20, 21more than
200mVTurn wheel at 1RPS
5FR speed sensorOFF2k4, 51.3k to 1.9kInternal Resistance
OFF200k4, 15more than
100kInsulation Resistance
OFF200mACV4, 5more than
200mVTurn wheel at 1RPS
6RL speed sensorOFF2k22, 231.3k to 1.9kInsulation Resistance
OFF200k22, 15more than
100kInternal Resistance
OFF200mACV22, 23more than
200mVTurn wheel at 1RPS
7RR speed sensorOFF2k2, 31.3k to 1.9kInternal Resistance
OFF200k2, 15more than
100kInsulation Resistance
OFF200mACV2, 3more than
200mVTurn wheel at 1RPS
8G-sensorON26,81k to 2kHorizontal vehicle
9Transmission InputON20DCV6 (+), 15 (–)Less than 6V
(Shift lever
position – L, R)
6.6 to 9.0V
(other shift
position)A/T
Battery voltage 12V
More than 9.6V
(Shift lever
position –
1, 2, R)
6.6 to 9.0V
(other shift
position)M/T
Battery voltage 12V

5A–37 BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
StepNo Ye s
Action
5Is front 4WD controller normal?
Replace EHCU.
Go to Step 9
Replace 4WD
controller or
repair harness.
Go to Step 9
6Is transmission input normal? (Chart C-2 or TC-2)
Go to Step 7
Replace SW or
repair harness
Go to Step 9
7Is front 4WD controller normal?
Go to Step 8
Replace 4WD
controller or
repair harness.
Go to Step 9
8Is hydraulic unit grounded properly?Replace EHCU.
Go to Step 9Correct.
Go to Step 9
9Reconnect all components, ensure all components are properly
mounted.
Was this step finished?Repeat the “Basic
diagnostic flow
chart.”
Go to Step 9
Chart A-4 Brake Pedal Feed Is Abnormal
StepActionYe sNo
1Is the stop light actuated when the brake pedal is depressed?Go to Step 2Go to Step 3
21. Turn the ignition switch off.
2. Disconnected EHCU connector.
3. Measure voltage between the EHCU connector terminal 10
and 15 when brake pedal is depressed.
Is the voltage equal to the battery voltage?
Go to Step 4
Harness NG
between brake
SW and EHCU.
Go to Step 7
3Is stop light fuse C-14 normal?
Go to Step 5
Replace fuse
C-14.
Go to Step 7
4Is there continuity between EHCU connector terminals, 12 and 15
to body ground?
Go to Step 6
Repair body
grounded
harness.
Go to Step 7
5Is the brake SW normal?Repair stop light
harness.
Go to Step 7Replace brake
SW.
Go to Step 7
6Is the check harness/connector for suspended disconnection?Hydraulic system
leakage or air
entry (Refer to
servicing
“Leakage or
brake fluid” )
Go to Step 7
Repair harness.
Go to Step 7
7Reconnect all components and ensure all components are
properly mounted.
Was this step finished?Repeat the “Basic
diagnostic flow
chart.”
Go to Step 7

5A–43 BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Chart B-1 With the key in the ON position (Before starting the engine). Warning light (W/L)
is not activated.
StepActionYe sNo
1Is W/L fuse C-10 disconnected?Replace fuse.
Go to Step 5
Go to Step 2
2Is W/L burnt out?Replace W/L
bulb.
Go to Step 5
Go to Step 3
31. Turn the key off.
2. Disconnect EHCU connector.
3. Turn the key ON.
4. Measure the voltage between EHCU connector terminal 13
and 14.
Is the voltage equal to the battery voltage?
Go to Step 4
Repair harness
and connector.
Go to Step 5
4Is there continuity between EHCU connector terminals, 12 and 15
and body ground.Check harness
for suspected
disconnection.
No fault found:
Replace EHCU.
Go to Step 5
Repair harness
and connector.
Go to Step 5
5Reconnect all components, ensure all components are properly
mounted.
Was this step finished?Repeat the “Basic
diagnostic flow
chart.”
Go to Step 5
Chart B-2 EHCU Abnormality (DTC 14)
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn the key off.
2. Disconnect the EHCU connector.
3. Inspect EHCU ground.
Is there resistance between the EHCU connector terminals, 12
and 15 and body ground?
Go to Step 2
Repair the body
ground harness.
Go to Step 3
21. Turn the key off, connect the EHCU.
2. Erase the trouble code.
3. Turn Ignition off, then on, to perform system self-check.
4. If warning light remains on, display trouble codes once again.
Is the check trouble code 14?
Replace EHCU.
Go to Step 3
Inspect in
accordance with
the DTC
displayed.
31. Reconnect all components and ensure all components are
properly mounted.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble code.
Was this step finished?
Repeat the “Basic
diagnostic flow
chart.”
Go to Step 3

5A–44
BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Chart B-3 Power Voltage Drop (DTC 15)
StepActionYe sNo
1Is the battery voltage normal? (Battery capacity check)
Go to Step 2
Charge or
replace battery.
Go to Step 2
21. Turn the key off.
2. Disconnect EHCU connector.
3. Turn the key on.
Is the voltage between EHCU connector terminals 8 and 15,
higher than 10V?Check harness
connector for
suspected
disconnection.
Fault found:
Repair, and
perform system
self-check.
No fault found:
replace EHCU.
Go to Step 3
Repair harness or
connector.
Go to Step 3
31. Reconnect all components, ensure all components are
properly mounted.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble code.
Was this step finished?
Repeat the “Basic
diagnostic flow
chart.”
Go to Step 3
Chart B-4 CLASS-2 Communication Line Abnormality (DTC 16)
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn the key off.
2. Disconnect EHCU and PCM connector.
Is there continuity between EHCU connector terminals 25 and
ground?
Go to Step 2
Repair harness or
connector.
Go to Step 3
21. Connect EHCU connector.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble code.
3. Turn the key on.
Is the diagnostic trouble code 16 shown on the displayed?Check the PCM
harness. Refer to
6E section.
Go to Step 3
Replace EHCU.
Go to Step 3
31. Reconnect all components, ensure all components are
properly mounted.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble code.
Was this step finished?
Repeat the “Basic
diagnostic flow
chart.”
Go to Step 3

5A–46
BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Chart B-6 Abnormal Transmission Input (DTC 23)
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn the key off.
2. Disconnect EHCU connector.
Is there continuity between EHCU connector terminal 6 to 15
(Gear position-P(A/T), N(M/T))?Shorted switch
harness.
Repair switch or
harness.
Go to Step 6
Go to Step 2
2Is the vehicle an A/T model?Go to Step 3Go to Step 4
3Turn the key on and measure the voltage between EHCU
connector terminal 6 and 15.
Is the 6V under when the gear position is L, and R(Battery voltage
12V)?
Go to Step 5
Transmission SW
trouble.
Disconnected
harness.
Repair SW and
harness.
Go to Step 6
4Turn the key on and measure the voltage between EHCU
connector terminal 6 and 15.
Is the 9.6V over when the gear position is 1, 2, R(Battery voltage
12V)?
Go to Step 5
Transmission SW
trouble.
Disconnected
harness.
Repair SW and
harness.
Go to Step 6
5Is there 6.6 to 9.0V when the gear position is 3, 4, 5 and N(M/T) or
2,3,D,N and P(A/T)(Battery voltage 12V)?Suspected
harness/
connector short
power
source/GND.
Suspected
shorted
transmission SW.
Fault found:
repair, and
perform system
self-check.
No fault found:
replace EHCU.
Go to Step 6
Transmission SW
trouble.
Disconnected
harness.
Repair SW and
harness.
Go to Step 6
61. Reconnect all components, ensure all components are
properly mounted.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble code.
Was this step finished?
Repeat the “Basic
diagnostic flow
chart.”
Go to Step 6

5A–47 BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Chart B-7 Transfer Monitor (DTC 24)
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn the key off.
2. Disconnect EHCU connector.
Is the EHCU connector terminal 9 line normally?
Go to Step 2
Repair
Go to Step 3
2Is the TOD ECU or 4WD controller normal?
Replace EHCU.
Go to Step 3
Repair or replace
TOD ECU or
4WD contrder.
Go to Step 3
31. Reconnect all components, ensure all components are
properly mounted.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble code.
Was this step finished?
Repeat the “Basic
diagnostic flow
chart.”
Go to Step 3
Chart B-8 EHCU Pump Motor And Motor Relay Circuit (DTC 32)
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn the key off.
2. Disconnect EHCU connector.
3. Measure voltage between EHCU connector terminal 13 and
body ground.
Is the voltage equal to battery voltage?
Go to Step 2
Repair
fuse/harness
between battery
and EHCU
connector
terminal 13.
Go to Step 3
2Is there continuity between EHCU connector terminal 12 and
ground?
Go to Step 3
Repair between
EHCU connector
terminal 12 and
ground.
Go to Step 3
31. Reconnect all components and ensure all components are
properly mounted.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble code.
Was this step finished?
Repeat the “Basic
diagnostic flow
chart.”
Go to Step 3
Chart B-9 EHCU Pump Valve And Valve Relay Circuit (DTC 35)
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn the key off.
2. Disconnect EHCU connector.
3. Measure voltage between EHCU connector terminal 14 and
body ground.
Is the voltage equal to battery voltage?
Replace EHCU.
Go to Step 2
Repair fuse and
harness EHCU
connector
terminal 14 and
battery.
Go to Step 2
21. Reconnect all components and ensure all components are
properly mounted.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble code.
Was this step finished?
Repeat the “Basic
diagnostic flow
chart.”
Go to Step 2

5A–60
BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Chart C-2 Transmission Input Inspection Procedure
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn the key off.
2. Disconnect EHCU connector.
Is there continuity between EHCU connector terminals 6 and 15
(Gear position-P(A/T), N(M/T))?Shorted switch
harness.
Repair switch or
harness.
Go to Step 6
Go to Step 2
2Is the vehicle an A/T model?Go to Step 3Go to Step 5
3Turn the key on and measure voltage between EHCU connector
terminals 6 and 15.
Is there less than 6V when the gear position is L, and R(Battery
voltage 12V)?
Go to Step 5
Transmission SW
trouble.
Disconnected
harness.
Repair SW and
harness.
Go to Step 6
4Turn the key on and measure the voltage between EHCU
connector terminal 6 and 15.
Is there more than 9.6V when the gear position is 1, 2, R(Battery
voltage 12V)?
Go to Step 5
Transmission SW
trouble.
Disconnected
harness.
Repair SW and
harness.
Go to Step 6
5Measure the voltage between EHCU connector terminals 6 and
15.
Is there 6.6 to 9.0V when the gear position is 3, 4, 5 and N(M/T) or
2,3,D,N and P(A/T)(Battery voltage 12V)?
Go to Step 6
Transmission SW
trouble.
Disconnected
harness.
Repair SW and
harness.
Go to Step 6
61. Reconnect all components and ensure all components are
properly mounted.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble code.
Was this step finished?
Repeat the “Basic
diagnostic flow
chart.”
Go to Step 6

5B–2ANTI–LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit
Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit and Associated Parts
350RW013
Legend
(1) Connector
(2) Hydraulic Unit ASM(3) Bolts
(4) Nut
(5) Bolt
Removal
1. Remove battery ASM.
2. Remove harness connector.
3. Remove EHCU fixing nuts.
4. Remove brake pipes.
After disconnecting brake pipe, cap or tape the
openings of the brake pipe to prevent the entry of
foreign matter.
5. Remove hydraulic unit fixing nuts.
Installation
To install, follow the removal steps in the reverse order,
noting the following points:
To r q u e
Hydraulic unit fixing nuts : 22 Nꞏm (2.2kgꞏm/16
lb ft)
Ground cable : 14 Nꞏm (1.4kgꞏm/10 lb ft)
Brake pipe (joint bolts) : 16 Nꞏm (1.6kgꞏm/12
lb ft)
After installing the hydraulic unit, bleed brakes
completely. Refer to Servicing in Power Assisted
Brake System section.

6A–3
ENGINE MECHANICAL
General Description
Engine Cleanliness And Care
An automobile engine is a combination of many
machined, honed, polished and lapped surfaces with
tolerances that are measured in the thousandths of a
millimeter (ten thousandths of an inch). Accordingly,
when any internal engine parts are serviced, care and
cleanliness are important. Throughout this section, it
should be understood that proper cleaning and protection
of machined surfaces and friction areas is part of the
repair procedure. This is considered standard shop
practice even if not specifically stated.
A liberal coating of engine oil should be applied to all
friction areas during assembly to protect and lubricate
the surfaces on initial operation.
Whenever valve train components, pistons, piston
rings, connecting rods, rod bearings, and crankshaft
journal bearings are removed for service, they should
be retained in order.
At the time of installation, they should be installed in
the same locations and with the same mating
surfaces as when removed.
Battery cables should be disconnected before any
major work is performed on the engine. Failure to
disconnect cables may result in damage to wire
harness or other electrical parts.
The six cylinders of this engine are identified by
numbers; Right side cylinders 1, 3 and 5, Left side
cylinders 2, 4 and 6, as counted from crankshaft
pulley side to flywheel side.
General Information on Engine Service
The following information on engine service should be
noted carefully, as it is important in preventing damage
and contributing to reliable engine performance:
When raising or supporting the engine for any reason,
do not use a jack under the oil pan. Due to the small
clearance between the oil pan and the oil pump
strainer, jacking against the oil pan may cause
damage to the oil pick–up unit.
The 12–volt electrical system is capable of damaging
circuits. When performing any work where electrical
terminals could possibly be grounded, the ground
cable of the battery should be disconnected at the
battery.
Any time the intake air duct or air cleaner is removed,
the intake opening should be covered. This will
protect against accidental entrance of foreign
material into the cylinder which could cause extensive
damage when the engine is started.
Cylinder Block
The cylinder block is made of aluminum die–cast casting
for 75
V–type six cylinders. It has a rear plate integrated
structure and employs a deep skint. The cylinder liner is
cast and the liner inner diameter and crankshaft journal
diameter are classified into grades. The crankshaft is
supported by four bearings of which width of No.3 bearing
on the body side is different in order to support the thrust
bearing. The bearing cap is made of nodular cast iron and
each bearing cap uses four bolts and two side bolts.
Cylinder Head
The cylinder head, made of aluminum alloy casting
employs a pent–roof type combustion chamber with a
spark plug in the center. The intake and exhaust valves
are placed in V–type design. The ports are cross–flow
type.
Va l v e Tr a i n
Intake and exhaust camshaft on the both side of banks
are driven through an camshaft drive gear by timing belt.
The valves are operated by the camshaft and the valve
clearance is adjusted to select suitable thickness shim.
Intake Manifold
The intake manifold system is composed of the aluminum
cast common chamber and intake manifold attached with
six fuel injectors.
Exhaust Manifold
The exhaust manifold is made of nodular cast iron.
Pistons and Connecting Rods
Aluminum pistons are used after selecting the grade that
meets the cylinder bore diameter. Each piston has two
compression rings and one oil ring. The piston pin is made
of chromium steel is offset 1mm toward the thrust side,
and the thrust pressure of piston to the cylinder wall varies
gradually as the piston travels. The connecting rods are
made of forged steel. The connecting rod bearings are
graded for correct seze selection.
Crankshaft and Bearings
The crankshaft is made of Ductile cast–iron. Pins and
journals are graded for correct size selection for their
bearing.
Engine Lubrication
The oil discharged by a trochoid–type oil pump driven by
the crankshaft is fed through full–flow oil filter and to the oil
gallery provided under the crankshaft bearing cap. The oil
is then led to the crankshaft journals and cylinder head.
The crank pins are lubricated with oil from crankshaft
journals through oil holes. Also, an oil jet is fed to each
cylinder from crankshaft juornals on the connecting rod
for piston cleaning. The oil pan flange is dealed with liquid
packing only; do not deform or damage the flange surface
during removal or installation.

6A–4
ENGINE MECHANICAL
Engine Diagnosis
Hard Starting
1. Starting Motor Does Not Turn Over
Troubleshooting Procedure
Turn on headlights and starter switch.
Condition
Possible causeCorrection
Headlights go out or dim
considerably
Battery run down or under chargedRecharge or replace battery
considerablyTerminals poorly connectedClean battery posts and terminals
and connect properly
Starting motor coil circuit shortedOverhaul or replace
Starting motor defectiveOverhaul or replace
2. Ignition Trouble — Starting Motor Turns Over But Engine Does Not Start
Spark Test
Disconnect an igniton coil from any spark plug. Connect
the spark plug tester 5–8840–0607–0, start the engine,
a n d c h e c k i f a s p a r k i s g e n e r a t e d in t h e s p a r k p l u g t e s t e r.
Before starting the engine, make sure that the spark plugtester is properly grounded. To avoid electrical shock, do
not touch the part where insulation of the igniton coil is
broken while the engine is running.
Condition
Possible causeCorrection
Spark jumps across gapSpark plug defectiveClean, adjust spark gap or replace
Ignition timing incorrectRefer to Ignition System
Fuel not reaching fuel injector(s) or
engineRefer to item 3 (Trouble in fuel
system)
Valve timing incorrectAdjust
Engine lacks compressionRefer to item 4 (Engine lacks
compression)
No sparking takes placeIgnition coil disconnected or brokenConnect properly or replace
Electronic Ignition System with
moduleReplace
Poor connections in engine harnessCorrect
Powertrain Control Module cable
disconnected or defectiveCorrect or replace
3. Trouble In Fuel System
Condition
Possible causeCorrection
Starting motor turns over and spark
occurs but engine does not start
Fuel tank emptyFill
occurs but engine does not start.Water in fuel systemClean
Fuel filter cloggedReplace filter
Fuel pipe cloggedClean or replace
Fuel pump defectiveReplace
Fuel pump circuit openCorrect or replace
Evaporative Emission Control
System circuit cloggedCorrect or replace
Multiport Fuel Injection System faultyRefer to “Electronic Fuel Injection”
section