radio antenna OPEL GT-R 1973 Service Manual

I
,INSTRUMENT PANELlH-63Figure l;H-15 Removing Instrument Cluster AssemblyFibure1 H-l 6 Disconnecting Radio Wires
14. Disdonnect antenna lead-in at right lower corner
of radio!
15. Pull’ cluster housing out and turn sideways to
remove
&~y instrument gauge or switches.
I
lnstallaiion
CAUTlOI$ Fasteners in subparagraph B are impor-
tant attaching parts in that they coo/d
affect the
perform>nce of vital components and systems, and-
/or
cou!d result in major repair expense.They must
be
repraced with one of the same part number, or
with an equivalent part if replacement becomes
necessa?y. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality
br substitute design. Torque values must be
used as
&ified during reassembly to assure proper
retention of these parts.
1. Plug antenna lead-in cable and power source to
radio. I
2. Put i&trument cluster in position and replace six
(6) screbs in cluster.3. Connect speedometer cable.
4. Raise steering column into position and install hex
head
bolt% Be sure to install ground wire. Tighten
hex head bolts to 14 lb.ft.
5. Tighten tear lock bolts until hex head of bolt is
torn off.
6. Connect ignition and directional signal wire set
plugs.
7. Install flasher unit.
8. Replace screws in right and left lower instrument
panel and replace both access covers.
9. Connect battery cable.
Removal of Combined Switch Assemblies. GT1. Remove instrument cluster.
2. Turn instrument cluster to the side to remove
switch assembly.
3. Remove switch by removing two retaining nuts.
See Figure lH-17.
4. Remove wiring from switch.
Figure 1 H-l 7 Removing Switches
Installation1. Plug wiring into switch.
2. Install switch on panel.
3. Install instrument cluster.

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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION: (Not Applicable)
DIAGNOSIS:
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Antenna Trimmer Adjustment
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MAJOR REPAIR:
RemovingandInstallingRadio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SPECIFICATIONS: (Not Applicable)
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9C-106
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DIAGNOSIS
RADIO TROUBLE DIAGNOSISBecause radio problems are most often repaired at
United Delco authorized warranty repair stations,
the tendency for many dealer servicemen is to
remove the set when a problem is reported, without
any preliminary diagnosis. This results in a large
number of radios showing up as “NO TROUBLE
FOUND” units when received by the warranty re-
pair stations. This indicates that the trouble can
often be corrected without removal of the radio.
The inconvenience to an owner of driving without a
radio while his set is being serviced at a warranty
station can frequently be avoided if the following
quick checks are used to eliminate external radio
system :problems before removing the radio for re-
pair.
Always determine from the owner the exact nature
of the radio problem as an aid to diagnosis. Knowing
whether the condition is intermittent or constant,
whether it occurs with engine off or running, with
car stationary or moving, will help to pinpoint the
problem. Never turn on radio with speaker discon-
nected.
Radio Ii
Inoperative.1. Turn on the radio. The dial should light and a
thump should be heard from the speaker.a. If a thump is heard, go to Step No. 2 for antenna
check.b. If no thump is heard,
check the fuse.
(1) If fuse is bad, replace and try radio again. Race
engine and, if fuse blows again,‘remove the radio and
speaker assembly for repair by
4 trained radio techni-
cian.
(2) If fuse is good, check to
s&e that the speaker-to-
receiver interconnecting cable is connected securely.
If there is still no thump when the radio is turned on,
remove the receiver and speaker for repair.
2. Check the antenna by substituting with one held
out the car window.
a. If radio is still dead with substitute antenna,
remove the receiver and spea!er for repair.
b. If radio operates near normal with substitute an-
tenna, some part of the car antenna or lead-in is at
fault.
Radio Reception Is Weak1. Check to see if antenna trimmer is peaked.
a. Position antenna at a height of 31 inches.
b. Tune radio to weak station at or near 1400 KHz
on the dial, and turn volume control to maximum.

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c. Adjust trimmer screw for maximum volume.
d. If antenna trimmer does not have a definite peak, check for defective antenna by substitution.
2. Check that the speaker connection is plugged in
SXUdY.
3. If the radio is still weak, remove the receiver and
speaker assembly for repair.
Radio Is Noisy
1. Radio is noisy all the time:
a. Check for defective antenna by striking antenna
with hand. If static is heard while tapping, replace
antenna.
b. If antenna is not defective, remove receiver and
speaker for repair.
2. Radio is noisy only when jarred:
a. Check antenna as in Step No. 1 above.
b. Check speaker connection. If speaker connection is not at fault, remove receiver and speaker for re-
pair.
3. Radio is noisy when engine is running:
a. Check noise suppressor by substituting on genera-
tor with known good one.
b. Check to see that antenna is mounted securely,
grounding the antenna base to the fender. The an-
tenna lead-in wire is shielded and the shield should
have good ground connection at the receiver and the
antenna base.
c. Check for other car wiring, passing too close to
radio receiver case.
d. If engine noise is still present, remove receiver and
speaker for repair.
4. Radio is noisy when car equipment is operated,
such as directional lights or brake lights:
Check for defective antenna lead-in wire or, loose
antenna mounting, as in Step No. 3b above.
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
ANTENNA TRIMMER ADJUSTMENT
An antenna trimmer adjusment screw is provided for
matching of the antenna coil in the receiver to the car antenna. This adjustment must always be made after
installation of a receiver or an antenna, or after re-
pair to these units. This adjustment should also be
performed whenever radio reception is unsatisfac-
tory.
1. Position antenna to a height of 31 inches.
2. Tune receiver
tb a weak station at or near 1400
KHz that can barely be heard
with volume turned
fully up.
3. Insert a small-bladed screwdriver in antenna trim-
Figure 9C-1 Location of Access Trim Plug
Figure
9C-2 Removing Hex Head Screw

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11. Grasp instrument cluster and pull straight back,
being careful of wires, etc. See Figure 9C-7.
Figure 9C-7 Removing Instrument Cluster
12. Disconnect radio harness plug and antenna lead-
in cable from back of radio. See Figure
9C-8.
Figure 9C-8 Removing Radio Harness Plug
13. Remove radio knobs from radio.
14. While supporting radio, remove radio shaft re-
taining nuts. Remove radio. See Figure
9C-10.
CAUTlOk Fasteners in Installation are important at-
taching parts in that they could affect the perform-
ance of vital components and systems, and/or could
result in major repair expense. They must be re-
placed with one of the same part number or with an equivalent part, if replacement becomes necessary.
Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or
substitute design. Torque values must be used
as
specified during reassembly to assure proper
reten;
tion of these parts.
Figure SC-10 Removing Radio Shaft Retaining Nuts
1. Install radio into instrument cluster and secure
with retaining nuts. See Figure
9C-10.
2. Plug radio harness and lead-in cable into radio.
See Figure
9C-8.
3. Install radio knobs and carefully push cluster back
into instrument panel housing, making sure electri-
cal wires, etc., are not pinched. See Figure
9C-7.
4. Install six (6) cluster retaining screws. See Figure
9C-6.
5. Support column assembly and install ground wire
and hex head bolts, torquing to
14 lb.ft.
6. Install NEW tear bolts and tighten until head of
bolt is twisted off.
7. Connect ignition and directional signal wire plugs.
8. Connect speedometer cable.
9. Install flasher unit and hex head screw. See Figure
9c-4.10. Install hex head screw through opening on right
side and install trim plug. See Figure
9C-2.
11. Install trim cover on left side. See Figure 9C-3.

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OPEL 1900
- MANTA
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Subject
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION: (Not Applicable)
DIAGNOSIS:
RadioTroubleDiagnosis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS:
Antenna Trimmer Adjustment
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MAJOR REPAIR:
Removal&InstallationRadio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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9c-110
9c-111
9c-111
DIAGNOSIS
RADIO TROUBLE DIAGNOSISBecause radio problems are most often repaired at
United Delco authorized warranty repair stations,
the tendency for many dealer servicemen is to
remove the set when a problem is reported, without
any preliminary diagnosis. This results in a large
number of radios showing up as “NO TROUBLE
FOUND” units when received by the warranty re-
pair stations. This indicates that the trouble can
often time be corrected without removal of the radio.
The inconvenience to an owner of driving without a
radio while his set is being serviced at a warranty
station can frequently be avoided if the following
quick checks are used to eliminate external radio
system Problems before removing the radio for re-
pair.
Always determine from the owner the exact nature
of the radio problem as an aid to diagnosis. Knowing
whether! the condition is intermittent or constant,whether::it occurs with engine off or running, with
car stationary or moving, will help to pinpoint theproblem: Never turn on radio with speaker discon-
nected.
Radio Is Inoperative
1. Turn on the radio. The dial should light and a
thump should be heard from the speaker.a. If a thump is heard, go to
Step No. 2 for antenna
check.b. If no thump is heard, check the fuse.
(1) If fuse is bad, replace and try radio again. Race
engine and, if fuse blows again, remove the radio and
speaker assembly for repair by a trained radio techni-
cian.
(2) If fuse is good, check to see that the speaker to
receiver interconnecting cable is connected securely.
If there is still no thump when the radio is turned on,
remove the receiver and speak+ for repair.
2. Check the antenna by substituting with one held
out the car window.
a. If radio is still dead with’substitute antenna,
remove the receiver and speaker for repair.
b. If radio operates near normal with substitute an-
tenna, some part of the car antenna or lead-in is at
fault.
Radio Reception Is Weak1. Check to see if antenna
tri$mer is peaked.
a. Position antenna at a height,of 31 inches.
b. Tune radio to weak station at or near 1400 KHz
on the dial, and turn volume control to maximum.

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c. Adjust trimmei screw for maximum volume,
d. If antenna trir&ner does not have a definite peak,
check for defective ant&ma by substitution.
2. Check that the speaker connection is plugged in
securely.3. If the radio is still weak, remove the receiver and
speaker assembly for repair.
Radio Is Noisy1. Radio is noisy all the time:
a. Check for defective antenna by striking antenna
with hand. If static is heard while tapping, replace
antenna.
b. If antenna is not defective, remove receiver and
speaker for ripair.
2. Radio is noisy only when jarred:
a. Check antenna as in Step No. 1 above.
b. Check speaker connection. If speaker connection
is not at fault, remove receiver and speaker for re-
pair.
3. Radio is noisy when engine is running:
a. Check noise suppressor by substituting on genera-
tor with known good one.
b. Check to see that antenna is mounted securely,
grounding the antenna base to the fender. The an-
tenna lead-in wire is shielded and the shield should
have good ground corinection at the receiver and the
antenna base.
c. Check for other car wiring passing too close to
radio receiver case.
d. If engine noise is still present, remove receiver and
speaker for repair.
4. Radio is noisy when car equipment is operated,
such as directional lights or brake lights:
Check for defective antenna lead-in wire or loose
antenna mounting, as in Step No. 3b above.
5. Radio is noisy only on dry days when car is mov-
ing:
Wheel and tire static will occur only during dry
weather. To check to see if noise is wheel static or tire
static, drive car until noise is noticed. Touch the
brake. If noise disappears, it is wheel static. If noise
persists, it is tire static. Static may be eliminated in
two ways:a. Wheel static may be eliminated by installation of
static collectors in the front wheels. It is important
to make sure the button on the end of the spiral
collector rides evenly in the spindle. Grease and dirt
can cause poor contact between static collector and
the cap, which would result in wheel static, even with
the collectors installed.
b. Tire static is eliminated by injecting graphite tire
static powder in all
five (5) tires. Either a special gun
or a plastic squeeze bottle can be used to insert pow-
der.MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
ANTENNA TRIMMER ADJUSTMENTAn antenna trimmer adjustment screw is provided
for matching of the antenna coil in the receiver to the
car antenna. This adjustment must always be made
after installation of a receiver or an antenna, or after
repair to these units. This adjustment should also be
performed whenever radio reception is unsatisfac-
tory.1. Position antenna to a height of 31 inches.
2. Tune receiver to a weak station at or near 1400
KHz that can barely be heard with volume turned
fully up.
3. Insert a small-bladed screwdriver in antenna trim-
mer screw and rotate screw until maximum volume
is achieved.
Figure 9C-15 Radio Control Knobs

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- OPEL 1900 - MANTA9c- 111
REMOVING AND INSTALLING RADIO
Removal ~
1. Rem&e control knobs and ornamental cover
plate. See Figure 9C-
15.2. Unscrew two (2) hex. nuts behind and remove
ornamental cover plate.
3. Unscrew support bracket from back of radio hous-
ing and air distribution housing. See Figure
9C-16.~ Figure 9C-16 Support Bracket
4. Remove radio.
Installation1. Install in reverse sequence to removal.
2. Trim radio.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF ANTENNA
Removal’1. Pull antenna cable out of radio socket.
2. Pull iubber grommet and antenna cable out of
cowl
pa+. See Figure 9C-17.3. Unscrew antenna from fender.
lnstallatipn1. Install in reverse
sequehce to removal.Figure 9C-17 Antenna and Cable
- Under Fender
2. Seal antenna lead-in to antenna mast area withsilastic sealer or equivalent. See’ Figure
9C-18.SEAL
TH’IS ANTENNA
h LEAD-IN ‘TO ANTENNA
MAST AREA WITHSILASTIC SEALER
OR EQUIVALENT
01RADIO ANTENNASEALING PROCEDURE9c-13
Figure 9C-18 Sealing Antenna Lead-in
to AntennaMast
3. Clean antenna contacting area at fender under-
side to a bright surface.
4. After installation of antenna, protect fender
against corrosion by spraying with a rustproof
paint or similar product.
5. Trim radio.

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A
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Components .................
98.17
Opel 1900
& Manta-In Car Components .....9B-90
GT.ln Car Components..................98-97
Alignment Opel 1900
& Manta .....................3C-22
GT-Opel ..............................
3C-22
Alternator Description ...........................
lD-28
Specifications. .........................1 D-35
Overhaul K-l..........................lD-30
Removal & Installation ..................lD-30
Testing...............................lD-29
Wiring Diagrams
Manta .............................
1 J-105
Opel 1900
..........................lJ-103
GT ................................
lJ-107
AM
Radio-GT............................9C-105
AM Radio-Opel 1900 &Manta ...............
9C-109
Antenna, Installation .......................
9C-111
Antenna Trimmer .........................
9C-110
Assembly of Transmission from Major Units Manual ...............................
78-23
3 Speed Automatic .....................
7C-103
Axle,
R&r, Disassembly ....................48~11
Bolt Torque Specifications
Engine ...............................
6A-27
Transmission. Manual ....................
78-33
3 Speed Automatic .....................
7C-136
Clutch ...............................
7A-7
Body ................................
2A-4
Brakes
Brake Drum, Shoes & Linings .............5C-28
Hydraulic Wheel Cylinder ................
5C-30
Hydraulic Master Cylinder ................
5A-2
Parking Brake Cables .....................
5C-33
Standard Brakes ........................
X-22
Disc Brakes...........................5B-10
Brake Booster and Vacuum
Coritrol Valve ....5A-5
Bumpers, Front and Rear ...................
ZH-33
C
B
Balance,,Wheel and Tire....................3G-62
Ball
J&tUpper .........................3A-7
Lower ...............................
3A-7
Battery
Specifications ..........................
lA-9
Testing...............................lA-6
Charging ..............................lA-9
Trouble Diagnosis ......................lA-4
Battery Test 421.........................l A-6
Belt Tensions ............................
68.33
Blower and Air Inlet Assembly, Removal and Installation
Owl 1900&Manta.....................9A-15
GT
.: ................................9A-5
Body Name Plate ............................
OA-1
Style’Numbers ......................... OA-2
Windows and Weatherstrips ...............
ZC-9
Doors ................................
ZD-13
Interior Trim and Headlining ..............
26-33
Seatsi................................26-33
Roof&d Sunroof-Opel 1900
& Manta ......2F.24 Camshaft,
1.9L
Engine .....................6A-25
Car Model Identification .......
.,............OA-1
Carburetor..............................6E-44
Trouble Diagnosis ......................
6E-49
Description ...........................
6E-44
Overhaul .............................
6E-53
Adjust ...............................
6E-50
Removal
& Installation ......,............6E-52
Specifications ..........................
6E-58
Charging
System
Description ..............
:............ 1 D-28
Specifications. ............
.,............lD-35
Testing..................:............lD-29
Wiring Diagrams
Manta .............................
lJ-105
Opel 1900 ..........................
lJ.103
GT ................................
lJ-107
Chart Lubrication ........................ OC-5
Chassis Springs, Front. ........
!............3A-15
Clutch, Second-Automatic Transmission .......
7C-103
Clutch Adjustment .........................
7A-4
Control Arm Front Upper ...................
:............3A-10
Lower ...............................
3A-11
Converter Checking Procedure ................
7C-125
Coolant Flow ............................
68-32
4 Speed Manual Transmission ...
!,...........7B-12
Cranking System. See Starting
SyStem
Crankshaft..............................6A-16
Cylinder Head ...............
:............6A-12
D
Description
3.Speed Automatic.....................7C-37

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o,,e, 1900 & Manta .....................1H-59
GT..................................lH-63
intake Manifold, 1.9L Engine
..........:.....6A-12
R
Radiator
JRadiator All Models .,.
Radio
66-32
Joint,
Ball
adder.; ...............................3A-7
dower...............................3A-7
K
Antenna Trimmer Adjustment GT
Antenna Trimmer Adjustment
Opel 1900
& Manta
Removal and Installation Opel 1900
& Manta
Removal and Installation GT
Trouble Diagnosis GT
.,.
Trouble Diagnosis -Opel 1900 &Manta
Reverse Clutch
Rings, Piston,
1.9L Engine
Rocker Arm Assembly.
1.9L Engine..
9C-1 06
9C-1 10
Keys and Locks ..........................OA-1
L
Low Servo Cover .........................7c-100
Lubrication
Engine Oil Change Interval ................OC-7
Oil Viscosity Chart. .....................
OC-7
Fluid Capacities........................OC-5
Lubrication System, Engine .................6A-4
9C-1 11
9c-107
9c-105
9c-109
7c-103
6A-19
6A-12
s
M
Mainshaft Assembly 4.Speed
Manual Transmission ....................
78-26
Manifold
Intake ...............................
6A-12
Exhaust ..............................
6A-12
Master
Cdlinder, Brake.....................5A-2
Model
D&ignation (Body Style)
.............. OA-2
Mountings. Engine, GT ....................
28-6
Opel 1900 & Manta
.......................28-6
0
Oil Chan& Interval ........................OC-7
Oil Filter: Engine
.........................OC-7
Oil Flow Circuits, Automatic Transmission .....7C-64
Oil
Pan. Engine ..........................6A-10
Oil Pump Engine.........................
6A-26
Oil Pump Transmission ....................
7C-103
Oil Recommendations Engine. ..............
OC-7
Oil Strainer-Transmission..................7C-99
Oil Viscosity Chart ........................
OC-7
Opel Emission Control System
(OECS)
Specifications..........................6F-64
Service Procedures......................6F-63
Trouble Diagnosis ......................
6F-62
P
Parking Brake............................5C-33
Piston, Pin Rings ..........................
6A~lS
Planetary Gear Set ........................
7C-118
Power Unit Brake ........................
5A-5
Propeller Shaft ...........................
4A-2
Pump, Oil Engine........................
6A-26 Sequence for Transmission Diagnosis
..........
7C-81
Service ProceduresClutch..................7A~5
Shift Linkage Adjustments
4.Speed Manual ........................78-19
3.Speed Automatic .....................7C~93
Shock Absorber, Rear
All Series .............................
3F-51
Spark Plug Specifications ...........................
66-68
Clean &Adjust. ........................
lC-22
Installation............................lC-22
Wires................................lC~21
Specifications
Engine ................................
6A-27
Front Wheel Alignment ....................
3C~22
Speedometer Installation
Opel1900&Manta.....................1 l-68
GT..................................11-70
Spring
Rear SuspensionAll Series ..............
:............3F-52
Front Suspension
Opel 1900
& Manta ...................3A~l6
GTO Opel ..........................
3A15
Starting Motor
Description ............................
1 E-1 0
Specifications .............:............1 B-1 7
Repairs
..................:............18-13
Removal..............................1 B-l 3
Steering Columns
Service Procedures -Opel 1900 &Manta ....
3E-36
Service Procedures
- GT ...._............3E-44
Steering Gear Adjustment. .....
:............3D-27
Steering Gear Disassembly and
Redssembly.....3D-30
Steering Gear Removal and Install&ion ........
30-28
Steering Linkage ..........................
38-19
Suspension
Front................................3A-2
Rear .................................
3F-51
,