oil level OPEL FRONTERA 1998 Workshop Manual

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE) 7A–75
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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TRANSIMISSION FLUID LEVEL AND
CONDITION
Park vehicle on level ground and set parking brake.
With the engine idling, move the shift lever through all
positions from "P" to "L", then return to position "P".
Check to see If the level of fluid comes to "HOT" range
of about 80
C (176F) on the dipstick gauge.
If the level of fluid is too low, replenish to bring it to
maximum level in "HOT" range.
Inspection of fluid condition
If the ATF is black or smells burnt, replace it.
ATF REPLACEMENT
NOTE:
Do not overfill.
1) Remove the drain plug from oil pan and drain the
fluid.
2) Reinstall the drain plug securely.
3) With the engine OFF, add new fluid through the filler
tube.
4) Star t the engine and shift the selector into all
position from "P" through "L", and then shift into "P".
5) With the engine idling, check the fluid level. Add fluid
up to the "COLD" level on the dipstick.
6) The ATF level must be checked again for correct
level with the "HOT" level.
NOTE:
To prevent fluid leaks, the drain plug gasket must be
replaced each time this plug is removed.
Tr a n s m i s s i o n
Drain and refill 5.2 L
Dry fill 8.7 L
Fluid BESCO ATF III

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE) 7A–81
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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 a level surface, the shift select cable
set position will vary with the movement of the 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 transfmission 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 and secure it (using a rubber
band (3), etc.) so that pin comes into contact with the wall
of detent plate.
5) Install the shift control rod (1) to the selector lever arm (4).
NOTE:
Do not apply to threaded portions.
6) After adjustment, operate select lever on a trial basis to
makes sure of its smooth operation and no abnormal
indication in each position.
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 1–2mm between rod on steering
lock side and stopper.
Adjust cap as follows:
a. Pull screw cap (1) in arrow direction to put off slack of
inner cable.
b. With cable kept as (a), adjust gap between nut (2) and
bracket to 5mm (0.2in).
c. Lock inner cable by tur ning nut (3) while holding nut (2) in
place.
NOTE:
Clean the rod threads and do not apply oil to the threaded
portions.Nꞏm(kgꞏm / lbꞏft)
Nut torque 32 (3.3/24)
Nꞏm(kgꞏcm / lbꞏin)
Lock nut torque 3.7 (38/33)

7A–86 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AW30-40LE)
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
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Removal Steps
1. Transfer protector
2. Rear sound cover
3. Front sound cover
4. Rear propeller shaft
5. Front propeller shaft
6. Exhaust pipe
7. Harness connector
8. Front console, selector lever assembly, and
transfer control lever
9. Transfer case assembly
10. ATF cooler pipe and clamp11. Under cover and flex plate-torque conver ter
bolt
12. Rear mounting nut
13. 3rd crossmember
14. Oil level gauge and tube
15. Starter
16. Engine-transmission bolt
17. Transmission assembly
Installation steps
To install, follow the removal steps in reverse order.

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.