Front ach OPEL FRONTERA 1998 Repair Manual
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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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ENGINE MECHANICAL 6A – 91
Legend
(1) 1st compressor ring gap
(2) 2nd compressor ring gap
(3) Oil ring gap
3) Insert the piston/connecting rod assemblies into
each cylinder with the piston ring compressor.
4) The  front  marks  must  be  facing  the  front  of  the
engine.
Piston Ring Compressor : 5-8840-9018-0
7. Connecting Rod Bearing Cap
1) Apply  engine  oil  to  thread  and  seat  of  bearing
cap bolts.
2) Tighten  the  cap  bolts  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°
After  tightening  the  cap  bolts,  check  to  see  that
the crankshaft rotates smoothly.
8. Crank Case Assembly
1) Refer to “Crank Case” in this manual.
9. Cylinder Head Assembly
1) Refer to “Cylinder head” in this manual.
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ENGINE ELECTRICAL 6D – 21
Rectifier Assembly
1. Measure  the  resistance  between  each  diode
terminal  and  aluminum  diode  fin  in  forward  and
reverse directions  with  the  connection  of  the tester
leads switched. The diodes are normal if resistance
is nearly zero ohms in one direction and is infinitely
high in the other direction.
2. If  a  diode  has  no  resistance  or  equal  resistance  in
both  directions,  it  is  defective  and  should  be
replaced together with the holder.
IC Regulator Assembly
Connect  a  variable  resistor,  two  12V  batteries,  a  fixed
resistor, and a voltmeter to the IC regulator as shown in
illustration.
a. Measuring equipment specifications
1. Fixed resistor (R1) : 10 Ohms / 3W
2. Variable resistor (Rv) : 0 – 300 Ohms / 12W
3. Batteries (BAT1, BAT2) : 12V (2 Batteries)
4. DC voltmeter : 0 – 50V / 0.5 steps (4 Check points)
b. Measuring procedure
1. Measure  the  voltage  “V1”  across  the  first  battery
(BAT1).  If  the  reading  is  between  10  and  13  volts,
the battery is normal.
2. Measure the voltage “V3” across both the batteries
(BAT1,  BAT2).  If the reading is between 20 and 26
bolts, the batteries are normal.
3. Gradually  increase  the  resistance  of  the  variable
resistor  from  zero.  Measure  the  voltage  “V2”  (the
voltage across the F and E terminals).
Check to see that the voltage across “V1” changes
at  this  time.  If  there  is  no  change,  the  voltage
regulator is faulty and must be replaced.
4. Measure the voltage at “V4” (the voltage across the
variable  resistor  center  tap  and  terminal  E  with the
variable  resistor  resistance  held  constant).  The
measure  voltage  should  be  within  the  specified
(14.4  ± 0.3  volts)  limits.  If  it  is  not,  the  regulator
must be replaced.
Reassembly
To  reassemble,  follow  the  disassembly  steps  in  the
reverse order, noting the following points:
NOTE:
1) Never  make  battery  connections  with  polarities
reversed, or battery will be shorted via the diodes.
This will cause damage to the diodes.
2) Do not connect generator B terminal to ground; it is
connected directly to the battery.
This cable will burn if it is connected to ground.
3) Make sure to disconnect the positive (+) terminal of
the battery when quick-charging battery.
Diodes  may  be  damaged  due  to  abnormal  pulse
voltage generated by the quick charger.
4) When  reassembling  the  front  section  to  rear
section,  insert  a  stiff  wire  into  hole  in  the  rear  face
of the rear cover from the outboard side to support
the  brush  in  raised  position,  then  insert  the  front
section to which rotor is assembled.
5) Reassemble  parts  carefully  to  be  sure  they  fit  into
their  original  position,  paying  attention  to  the
insulated portions.
6) Wipe  insulating  tubes,  washers  and  plates  clean
and install them in position carefully to avoid getting
oil or grease on them.
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6D – 22 ENGINE ELECTRICAL
1. Using  a  press  with  a  socket  wrench  attached,
reassemble  rotor  and  rear  end  cover  assembly  in
the front cover.2. Install pulley on the rotor.
Secure  the  pulley  directly  in  the  vise  between  two
copper  plates,  and  tighten  nut  to  the  specified
torque.
Torque: 111 Nꞏm (82 lb ft)
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MAIN DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
General Specifications
Model LR190-750B LR-1100-731
Battery voltage V 12
Rated output A 90 100
Direction of rotation Clockwise
(as viewed from pulley side)
Rated rotation speed rpm 5,000
Maximum speed rpm 18,000 
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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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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.
Torque: 
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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7A–28
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4L30–E)
Removal
1. Disconnect  battery ground cable.
2. Remove transfer control lever knob. 
3. Remove front console.
Disconnect  wiring  harness  connectors  from  front
console.
4. Disconnect shift lock cable (1) from the selector lever
assembly side.
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5. Disconnect shift control rod (2) from the selector lever
assembly side.
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6. Disconnect  wiring  harness  connectors  from  the
selector lever assembly.
7. Remove selector lever assembly.
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  level  surface,  the  shift
select cable set positions will vary with the movement of
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  transmission
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  (“R”  position  side)  and
s e c u r e  i t  ( u s i n g  a  r u b b e r  b a n d  ( 3 ) ,  e t c . )  s o  t h a t  t h e  p i n
comes into contact with the wall of the detent plate.
5. Install the shift control rod (1) to the selector lever arm
(4).
To r q u e :   3 2 N
m (3.3 kgꞏm/24 lb ft)
NOTE: Do not apply oil to the threaded portions.
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6. After  adjustment,  make  sure  that  the  selector  lever
operates normally, and that each selector position is
properly indicated. (The red mark shows through the
window.)
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 – 2 mm between
rod on steering lock side and stopper.
Adjust cap as follows:
a. Pull  screw  cap  (1)  in  arrow  direction  to  remove
inner cable slack.
b. With cable kept as (a), adjust gap between nut (2)
and bracket to 5 mm (0.2 in).
c. Lock inner cable by turning nut (3) while holding nut
(2) in place.
Torque : 3.7 N
m (38 kgꞏcm/33 lb in)
NOTE: Clean the cable threads, and do not apply oil to
them. 
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MANUAL TRANSMISSION7B–29
2. Using  remover  5–8840–2551–0  (J–42795)  and
attachment  5–8840–2560–0  (J–42988),  remove
counter gear shaft center bearing. 
NOTE: Be  careful  not  to  drop  the  counter  gear,  when
removing the bearing.
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3. Remove  the  counter  gear  from  intermediate
plate.
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19. Disassemble the counter gear shaft assembly.
1. Using snap ring pliers, remove the counter gear
shaft front bearing snap ring. 
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2. Using  bearing  separator  5–8840–0015–0
(J–22912–01) and a press, remove the bearing.
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7B–50MANUAL TRANSMISSION
15. Inspect each gear radial clearance.
1. Mount the mainshaft through the aluminum plate
in a vise.
2. Using  a  dial  indicator,  measure  the  radial
clearance of each gear.
Gear
Standard Clearanse
1st0.020 – 0.073 mm (0.0008 – 0.0029 in)
2nd0.015 – 0.068 mm (0.0006 – 0.0027 in)
3rd0.015 – 0.068 mm (0.0006 – 0.0027 in)
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16. Install the counter gear shaft.
1. Check  the  new  counter  front  bearing  inner  race
and the side race, as shown.
2. Using installer 5–8840–2556–0 (J–42800) and a
press, install the counter gear shaft front bearing.
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3. Select  a  snap  ring  that  will  allow  minimum  axial
play.
Mark
Thickness
A2.00–2.05mm (0.079–0.081in)
B2.05–2.10mm (0.081–0.083in)
C2.10–2.15mm (0.083–0.085in)
D2.15–2.20mm (0.085–0.087in)
E2.20–2.25mm (0.087–0.089in)
F2.25–2.30mm (0.089–0.091in)
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4. Using a snap ring expander, install the new snap
ring.
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MANUAL TRANSMISSION7B–63
3. Stand the transmission by the wood blocks.
4. Using  a  plastic  hammer,  tap  the  transmission
case and attach it to the intermediate plate.
NOTE: Be careful not to add over force to bearing.
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5. Using  a  snap  ring  expander,  install  the  front
bearing shaft snap ring (1) and counter gear shaft
bearing snap ring (2).
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6. Turn over the transmission.
35. Install the front cover.
1. Clean up the fitting surface.
2. Apply  recommended  liquid  gasket  (THREE
BOND 1281 or equivalent), as shown.NOTE:
Don’t dry the liquid gasket.
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3. Clean up and dry the bolts.
4. Apply  thread  sealant  (THREE  BOND  1344  or
equivalent) to the 8 bolts.
5. Using  8  bolts,  install  the  front  cover  to  the
transmission case.
Torque: 17 Nꞏm (1.7 kgꞏm/12 lb ft)
NOTE:
Tighten the all bolts evenly.
Be careful not to damage the oil seal.
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