check oil OPEL FRONTERA 1998 Workshop Manual

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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ENGINE SPEED CONTROL 6H – 3
REMOVAL
1. For vehicle with MT
1) Remove harness connector from accelerator
pedal sensor.
2) Remove accelerator pedal assembly from
chassis.
2. For vehicle with A/T
1) Remove A/T control cable from accelerator
pedal assembly.
2) Remove harness connector from accelerator
pedal sensor.
3) Remove accelerator pedal assembly from
chassis.
INSPECTION AND REPAIR
1. Check moving condition of accelerator pedal, if not
smooth working, apply oil to the pivot etc.
2. Check tightening condition of accelerator sensor, if
not completely tightened, it should be tightened
additionally.
INSTALLATION
The installation for both MT and A/T vehicles follows the
reverse manner of removal.
ENGINE SPEED CONTROL

6J – 6 INDUCTION
Legend
(1) Pressure gauge
(2) Waste gate control rod
4) Check for cracks or breaks on the hose, if a
problem is found, the hose must be replaced.
CAUTION: Do not apply more than 120 Kpa (900
mmHg / 18.7 PSi) to waste gate actuator.
INSTALLATION
1. Install turbocharger assembly to exhaust manifold,
tighten to the specified torque.
Torque: 27 Nꞏm (2.7 kgꞏm / 19.5 lb ft)2. Install exhaust valve assembly to outlet of
turbocharger, tighten bolts to the specified torque.
Torque: 27 Nꞏm (2.7 kgꞏm / 19.5 lb ft)
3. Install heat protector.
4. Water inlet pipe.
1) Tighten water inlet pipe with new gasket.
Torque: 9 Nꞏm (0.9 kgꞏm / 6.5 lb ft)
5. Oil drain pipe.
1) Tighten oil drain pipe with new gasket.
Torque: 9 Nꞏm (0.9 kgꞏm / 6.5 lb ft)
6. Oil inlet pipe.
1) Apply about 100 cc engine oil to turbocharger
housing before installing the oil pipe.
2) Turn the turbine shaft by hand to lubricate the
bearing.
3) Install the oil inlet pipe with a new gasket, tighten
bolt to the specified torque.
Torque: 22 Nꞏm (2.2 kgꞏm / 15.9 lb ft) For M10
Torque: 54 Nꞏm (5.5 kgꞏm / 39.8 lb ft) For M14
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6J – 10 INDUCTION
INTAKE MANIFOLD
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine coolant and remove water hose from
thermostat housing
2. Remove intercooler assembly.
3. Remove bracket fixing bolt of oil level gauge guide
tube.
4. Remove PCV hose.
5. Remove hoses from EGR valve, EGR vacuum
sensor and outlet of heater unit.
6. Disconnect harness connector from MAP sensor,
EGR vacuum sensor, ETC sensor, Water
temperature unit, IAT sensor and EVRV.
7. Remove high pressure oil pipe.
8. Remove two way check valve.
9. Remove fuel pipe.
10. Remove fixing bolts and nuts of intake manifold,
remove intake manifold assembly.
Legend
(1) Intake manifold
(2) Fixing portion of throttle valve
(3) EGR passage
(4) EGR valve
2
3
4
1
Legend
(1) Intake Manifold
(2) Throttle Valve Assembly
(3) EGR Valve
(4) Gasket
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INDUCTION 6J – 11
INSPECTION AND RAPAIR
1. Visually check for cracks/clogs inside intake
manifold.
2. If foreign material is observed, it should be taken
out, and if there are some cracks on the intake
manifold, it must be replaced.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the intake manifold assembly, tighten bolts
and to the specified torque.
Torque: 20 Nꞏm (2.0 kgꞏm / 14.5 lb ft) for bolt
Torque: 20 Nꞏm (2.0 kgꞏm / 14.5 lb ft) for nut
2. Install fuel pipe.
Torque: 4 Nꞏm (0.4 kgꞏm / 2.9 lb ft) for M16 nut
(Apply engine oil)
Torque: 13 Nꞏm (1.3 kgꞏm / 9.4 lb ft) for M10 cap nut
Torque: 14 Nꞏm (1.4 kgꞏm / 10 lb ft) for M10
(Apply engine oil)
3. Install two way check valve.
Torque: 20 Nꞏm (2.0 kgꞏm / 14.5 lb ft)
4. Fill with about 300 cc of engine oil from the high
pressure oil pipe installation port of the oil rail using
an oil filler.
If assembled without filling the oil rail with oil, the
time for engine starting will be longer.
5. Install high pressure oil pipe, then tighten sleeve nut
to the specified torque.
Torque: 29 Nꞏm (3.0 kgꞏm / 21.7 lb ft)
6. Reconnect harness connector to MAP sensor, EGR
vacuum sensor, ETC sensor, Water thermo unit,
IAT sensor and EVRV sensor.
7. Install hoses to EGR valve, EGR vacuum sensor
and Water outlet of heater.
8. Connect PCV hose.
9. Install oil level gauge guide and fix it.
10. Install intercooler assembly.
Refer to “Intercooler” in this manual.
11. Install water hose to thermostat housing and fill with
engine coolant.
Model of Turbocharger IHI RHF5
Turbine Maximum Speed 180,000 rpm
Maximum Inlet Gas Temperature 800 °C (1472 °F)
Vibration Peak (G) criteria Maximum 4 (G) at Turbine Rotor Speed 140,000 rpm
Tolerance Limit of Compressor Blade Height Less then 0.5 mm (0.0197 in)
MAIN DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS

7A–1 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30–E)
TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30–E)
CONTENTS
Service Precaution 7A–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Construction 7A–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Range Reference Chart 7A–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Normal Operation Of 2000 4L30–E
Transmission 7A–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnosis 7A–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driver Information 7A–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Diagnosis Procedure 7A–8. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preliminary Inspection Chart 7A–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Transmission Fluid Level and
Condition 7A–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Test Driving 7A–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical / Hydraulic Diagnosis Check Trans
Indicator Chart 7A–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical / Hydraulic Diagnosis
Symptoms Index 7A–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stall Test 7A–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Line Pressure Test 7A–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift Speed Chart (V6 3.2L 6VD1 Model) 7A–24. . .
Shift Speed Chart (V6 3.5L 6VE1 Model) 7A–26. .
Lockup Speed Chart (V6 3.2L 6VD1 Model) 7A–28
Lockup Speed Chart (V6 3.5L 6VE1 Model) 7A–28
Changing Transmission Fluid 7A–29. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selector Lever 7A–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection 7A–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 7A–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 7A–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mode Switch 7A–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 7A–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 7A–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission (With Transfer Case) 7A–33. . . . . . . .
Transmission And Associated Parts 7A–33. . . . . .
Removal 7A–33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 7A–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Solenoid (Main Case Valve Body) 7A–39. . . . . . . . .
Removal 7A–39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 7A–39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Solenoid (Adapter Case Valve Body) 7A–40. . . . . . .
Removal 7A–40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 7A–40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Valve Body Assembly (Main Case) 7A–41. . . . . . . .
Removal 7A–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 7A–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Valve Body Assembly (Adapter Case) 7A–43. . . . . .
Removal 7A–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installation 7A–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) 7A–43. . . . . . . . .
Removal 7A–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 7A–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed Sensor (Extension Housing) 7A–44. . . . . . . .
Removal 7A–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 7A–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor
(Adapter Case) 7A–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 7A–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 7A–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Oil Seal (Converter Housing) 7A–45. . . . . . . .
Removal 7A–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 7A–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Oil Seal (Extension Housing) 7A–46. . . . . . . . .
Removal 7A–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 7A–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission (4L30–E) 7A–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 7A–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 7A–50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Converter Housing And Oil Pump Assembly 7A–60
Disassembled View 7A–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 7A–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection And Repair 7A–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 7A–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Pump 7A–61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembled View 7A–61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 7A–61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection And Repair 7A–61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 7A–61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Case Valve Body 7A–62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembled View 7A–62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 7A–62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection And Repair 7A–63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 7A–63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adapter Case Valve Body 7A–64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembled View 7A–64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 7A–64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection And Repair 7A–64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 7A–64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Third Clutch And Sprag Unit 7A–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembled View 7A–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 7A–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection And Repair 7A–66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7A–5 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30–E)
Normal Operation Of 2000 4L30–E
Tr a n s m i s s i o n
Torque Converter Clutch (TCC)
Application Conditions:
The TCC is normally applied in 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears
only when all of the following conditions exist:
— The engine coolant temperature is above 70
C
(158
F).
— The brake pedal is released.
— The shift pattern requests TCC apply.
Moreover, TCC is always applied in 2nd, 3rd and 4th
gears when the transmission oil temperature is above
135
C (275F).
This mode should be canceled at 125
C (257F).
ATF Warning Lamp
The ATF warning lamp will be constantly on (not flashing)
if the transmission oil temperature is above 145
C
(293
F).
The ATF warning lamp goes off again when the
transmission oil temperature is below 125
C (257F).
Special Shift Pattern When The Engine Is
Cold:
A special shift pattern is activated when the engine
coolant temperature is below 70
C (158F). (3–4 shifts,
for example, are delayed for small throttle openings and
will occur a few MPH higher.)
Diagnosis
Introduction
The systematic troubleshooting information covered by
this Section offers a practical and systematic approach to
diagnosing 4L30–E transmission, using information that
can be obtained from road tests, electrical diagnosis, oil
pressure checks or noise evaluation.
The key to correcting a complaint is to make use of all of
the available symptoms and logically letting them direct
you to the cause.
When dealing with automatic transmission complaints, it
is best to gather as many symptoms as possible before
making the decision to remove the transmission from the
vehicle.
Frequently, the correction of the complaint does not
require removal of the transmission from the vehicle.
Driver Information
To analyze the problem fill out a complete description of
the owner’s complaint.
Please draw a circle around the right information and
complete the following form. (The next page is an
example of a completed form). You can draw a circle
around many numbers if you are not sure.

7A–10
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30–E)
Checking Transmission Fluid Level
and Condition
Checking fluid level and condition (color and odor) at
regular intervals will provide early diagnosis information
about the transmission. This information may be used to
correct a condition that, if not detected early, could result
in major transmission repairs.
IMPORTANT:When new, automatic transmission fluid
is red in color. As the vehicle is driven, the transmission
fluid will begin to look darker in color. The color may
eventually appear light brown.
A dark brown color with burnt odor may indicate
excessive fluid deterioration and signal a need for fluid
change.
Fluid Level
When adding or changing fluid, use only DEXRON –III.
Refer to Maintenance and Lubrication in General
Information section for maintenance information and
servicing interval.
CAUTION: DO NOT OVERFILL.
Overfilling will cause foaming, loss of fluid, abnor-
mal shifting and possible damage to the transmis-
sion.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground and apply the parking
brake firmly.
2. Check fluid level with engine running at idle.
NOTE: Be sure that transmission fluid temperature is
below 30
C (86F).
3. Move the selector lever through all gear ranges.
4. Move the selector lever to “Park”.
5. Let engine idle for 3 minutes and open the overfill
screw (1).
6. Add released transmission fluid until it flows out over
the overfill screw opening.
7. Let engine idle until a fluid temperature between 32
C
(90
F) and 57C (135F) is reached, then close the
overfill screw (1).
Torque: 38 N
m (3.9 kgꞏm/28 lb ft)
NOTE: To prevent fluid leaks, the overfill screw and oil
drain screws gasket must be replaced each time these
screws are removed.NOTE: Check transmission fluid temperature with scan
tool.
Minimum fluid level
57C (135F)
Maximum fluid level
32C (90F)
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CAUTION: Do not open overfill screw with engine
stopped.
CAUTION: DO NOT CHECK FLUID LEVEL UNDER
THESE CONDITIONS:
Immediately after driving at sustained highway
speeds.
In heavy city traffic during hot weather.
If vehicle is towing a trailer.
If the vehicle has been operated under these conditions,
shut the engine off and allow the vehicle to “cool” for thirty
(30) minutes. After the cool down period, restart the
vehicle and continue from step 2 above.

7A–18
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30–E)
Chart 9c: Coastdown Harsh Shift Or Clunk At 3–2 Downshift
StepActionYe sNo
1Check line pressure. Refer to Line Pressure Test in this section.
Was line pressure normal?
Go to Step 2
Use Chart 15b:
Possible Causes
of High Line
Pressure in this
section
2Does DTC P1850 set?
Diagnose P1850
first
Replace band
apply solenoid
(PWM) (323)
Chart 10: Intermittent 4TH TO 2ND Gear Downshift At Steady Speed
StepActionYe sNo
1Check for consistent speed sensor reading with scan tool.
Was the reading correct?Replace mode
switch for
intermittent
contact.
Go to Step 2
21. Check for wiring harness damage or short to ground. If OK, go
to (2).
2. Check transmission speed sensor connections. If OK, go to
(3).
3. Replace transmission speed sensor.
Was the replacement complete?
—
Replace speed
sensor.
Chart 11: Engine Flare At Shifting During Turning Only (Usually With Warm Engine)
StepActionYe sNo
1Check for oil leaks at transmission.
Was the problem found?Replace
transmission oil
filter and gasket
—
Chart 12: Engine Flare During 1–2 Or 2–3 Shift
StepActionYe sNo
1Check line pressure. Refer to Line Pressure Test in this section.
Was line pressure normal?
Go to Step 2
Use Chart 15a:
Possible Causes
of Low Line
Pressure in this
section
21. Check for a stuck 1–2 accumulator valve (320).
2. Check for servo piston (106) leaks.
3. Check for a stuck band apply solenoid (323).
Was line pressure normal?
Repair or replace—

7A–19 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30–E)
Chart 13: Shudder Only During Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Applying
StepActionYe sNo
11. TCC shudder is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed
conditions in an automatic transmission. The key to
diagnosing TCC shudder is to note when it happens and under
what conditions. Once the TCC has been fully applied, it is
nearly impossible to make it shudder. TCC shudder (short
burst of noise normally less than 1 second) will only occur
during clutch applying. It is not a steady state condition.
2. Drive until whole drivetrain is at normal operating temperature.
– On 4WD vehicles, the test must be performed with transfer
case selector lever in “2H” position.
– Shudder is a short burst of noise normally less than 1 second
in duration, and can be induced by the following maneuver:
3. From coast condition at 50 mph in “D” range (Normal mode),
depress the throttle to 1/4-1/3 throttle. If present, shudder will
occur within 5 seconds together with TCC application.(The
scan tool may be used to determine the exact time of TCC
applying)
Was the problem found?
Replace
transmission fluid
and filter (remove
both pans) and
flush cooler lines.
Replace
converter
assembly and
O-ring on turbine
shaft
Perform
mechanical
inspection of
other drivetrain
components.
Chart 14: Possible Causes Of Transmission Noise
CAUTION: Before checking transmission for what
is believed to be transmission noise, ensure
presence and positioning of insulating plugs, pads
etc. Also make sure that noise does not come from
other drivetrain components.
Condition
Possible causeCorrection
Whine or BuzzOil level lowFill with ATF, check for external
leaks.
Plugged or restricted oil filterInspect oil filter.
Replace oil filter or ATF as necessary.
Damaged oil filter gasketReplace oil filter gasket.
Knocking noise from front of
transmission
Loose bolts (Converter to flex plate)Tighten to specifications.
transmission.Cracked or broken flex plateReplace flex plate.
Converter damagedReplace converter.
Knocking noise while driving, mostly
on acceleration.Transmission mount loose or brokenTighten mount bolts or replace
transmission mount.
Cooler line mounts loose or brokenTighten or replace cooler line
mounts.
Cooler lines touching body or frameRepair or replace as necessary.
Knocking noise when vehicle is
stationary
Loose flex plate mounting boltsTighten to specifications.
stationary.Cracked or broken flex plateReplace flex plate.
Damaged converterReplace converter.