1998 OPEL FRONTERA ignition

6E–86
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire and personal
injury:
It is necessary to relieve fuel system pressure
before connecting a fuel pressure gauge. Refer to
Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure, below.
A small amount of fuel may be released when
disconnecting the fuel lines. Cover fuel line
fittings with a shop towel before disconnecting, to
catch any fuel that may leak out. Place the towel in
an approved container when the disconnect is
completed.
Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure
1. Remove the fuel cap.
2. Remove the fuel pump relay from the underhood
relay center.
3. Start the engine and allow it to stall.
4. Crank the engine for an additional 3 seconds.
Fuel Gauge Installation
1. Remove the shoulder fitting cap.
2. Install fuel gauge 5-8840-0378-0 to the fuel feed line
located in front of and above the right side valve train
cover .
3. Reinstall the fuel pump relay.
Fuel System Electrical Test
StepActionVa l u e ( s )Ye sNo
1Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?
—Go to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
21. Read the “Caution” above.
2. Relieve the fuel system pressure and install the fuel
pump pressure gauge to the test fitting.
3. Use Tech 2 to command the fuel pump “ON.”
Is there an immediate pressure build-up which
indicates the pump is running?
—Go to Step 3Go to Step 4
31. Verify that the pump is not running by removing the
fuel filler cap and listening.
2. Command the pump “ON” with Tech 2.
Did the pump turn “OFF” after 2 seconds?
—
Te s t
completed
Go to Step 12
41. Ignition “OFF.”
2. Remove the fuel pump relay.
3. Using a test light connected to ground, probe the
battery feed to the relay.
Did the light illuminate?
—Go to Step 6Go to Step 5
5Repair short or open battery feed to fuel pump relay.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—
61. Connect a test light between the two wires that
connect to the fuel pump relay pull-in coil.
2. Ignition “ON.”
Did the test light illuminate for 2 seconds and then turn
off?
—Go to Step 12Go to Step 7
71. With a test light connected to battery (–), probe the
fuel pump relay connector at the wire which runs
from the relay pull-in coil to the PCM.
2. Ignition “ON.”
Did the test light illuminate for 2 seconds and then turn
off?
—Go to Step 8Go to Step 9
8Locate and repair open in the fuel pump relay ground
circuit.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—

6E–88
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Fuel System Diagnosis
140RW020
Legend
(1) Fuel Filler Cap
(2) Fuel Tank
(3) Rollover Valve
(4) Fuel Pump and Sender Assembly
(5) Fuel Filter
(6) Fuel Rail Right
(7) Right Bank(8) Fuel Rail Left
(9) Left Bank
(10) Fuel Pressure Control Valve
(11) Common Chamber
(12) Duty Solenoid Valve
(13) Throttle Valve
(14) Canister
(15) Evapo Shut Off Valve
Circuit Description
When the ignition switch is turned “ON,” the powertrain
control module (PCM) will turn “ON” the in-tank fuel
pump. The in-tank fuel pump will remain “ON” as long as
the engine is cranking or running and the PCM is receiving
58X crankshaft position pulses. If there are no 58X
crankshaft position pulses, the PCM will turn the in-tank
fuel pump “OFF” 2 seconds after the ignition switch is
turned “ON” or 2 seconds after the engine stops running.
The in-tank fuel pump is an electric pump within an
integral reservoir. The in-tank fuel pump supplies fuel
through an in-line fuel filter to the fuel rail assembly. The
fuel pump is designed to provide fuel at a pressure above
the pressure needed by the fuel injectors. A fuel pressure
regulator, attached to the fuel rail, keeps the fuel available
to the fuel injectors at a regulated pressure. Unused fuel
is returned to the fuel tank by a separate fuel return line.
Test Description
Number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the
Diagnostic Chart.
2. Connect the fuel pressure gauge to the fuel feed line
as shown in the fuel system illustration. Wrap a
shop towel around the fuel pressure connection in
order to absorb any fuel leakage that may occur
when installing the fuel pressure gauge. With the
ignition switch “ON” and the fuel pump running, the
fuel pressure indicated by the fuel pressure gauge
should be 333-376 kPa (48-55 psi). This pressure
is controlled by the amount of pressure the spring
inside the fuel pressure regulator can provide.
3. A fuel system that cannot maintain a constant fuel
pressure has a leak in one or more of the following
areas:
The fuel pump check valve.
The fuel pump flex line.

6E–90
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Fuel System Diagnosis
StepActionVa l u e ( s )Ye sNo
1Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?
—Go to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
21. Turn the ignition “OFF.”
2. Turn the air conditioning system “OFF.”
3. Relieve fuel system pressure and install the fuel
pressure gauge.
4. Turn the ignition “ON.”
NOTE: The fuel pump will run for approximately 2
seconds. Use Tech 2 to command the fuel pump “ON”.
5. Observe the fuel pressure indicated by the fuel
pressure gauge with the fuel pump running.
Is the fuel pressure within the specified limits?
290-376 kPa
(42-55 psi)
Go to Step 3Go to Step 17
3NOTE: The fuel pressure will drop when the fuel pump
stops running, then it should stabilize and remain
constant.
Does the fuel pressure indicated by the fuel pressure
gauge remain constant?
—Go to Step 4Go to Step 12
41. When the vehicle is at normal operation
temperature, turn the ignition “ON” to build fuel
pressure and observe the measurement on the
gauge.
2. Start the engine and observe the fuel pressure
gauge.
Did the reading drop by the amount specified after the
engine was started?
21-105 kPa
(3-15 psi)
Go to Step 5Go to Step 9
5Is fuel pressure dropping off during acceleration,
cruise, or hard cornering?
—Go to Step 6
Check for
improper fuel
6Visually and physically inspect the following items for a
restriction:
The in-pipe fuel filter.
The fuel feed line.
Was a restriction found?
—Verify repairGo to Step 7
7Remove the fuel tank and visually and physically
inspect the following items:
The fuel pump strainer for a restriction.
The fuel line for a leak.
Verify that the correct fuel pump is in the vehicle.
Was a problem found in any of these areas?
—Verify repairGo to Step 8
8Replace the fuel pump.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—
91. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the fuel pressure
regulator.
2. With the engine idling, apply 12-14 inches of
vacuum to the fuel pressure regulator.
Does the fuel pressure indicated by the fuel pressure
gauge drop by the amount specified?
21-105 kPa
(3-15 psi)
Go to Step 10Go to Step 11

6E–94
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Idle Air Control (IAC) System Check
StepActionVa l u e ( s )Ye sNo
11. Ignition “OFF.”
2. Connect the Tech 2.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Block the wheels.
5. Turn the air conditioning “OFF.”
6. Idle the engine in Park (A/T) or Neutral (M/T).
7. Operate the IAC test.
8. The engine speed should decrease and increase as
the IAC is cycled.
Does the RPM change?
—Go to Step 2Go to Step 3
2RPM should change smoothly.
Does the RPM change within the range specified?700-1500
RPM
—Go to Step 3
3Check the IAC passages.
Are the IAC passages OK?
—Go to Step 4Go to Step 5
4Clear any obstruction from the IAC passages.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—
5Replace the IAC. Refer to On-Vehicle Service, Idle Air
Control Valve.
Is the action complete?—Verify repair—

6E–96
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Knock Sensor (KS) System Check
(Engine Knock, Poor Performance, or Poor Economy)
StepActionVa l u e ( s )Ye sNo
1Is DTC P0325 or P0327 set?
—
Go to DTC
P0325 or
DTC P0327
Go to Step 2
2Run the engine at 1500 RPM.
Is there an internal engine knock?
—Go to Step 3Go to Step 4
3Repair the mechanical problem.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—
41. Install Tech 2.
2. Turn the ignition “ON.”
3. Cycle through the list until “Knock Retard” is
displayed.
Is knock retard at the specified value?
0Go to Step 6Go to Step 7
5Replace the PCM.
IMPORTANT:The replacement PCM must be
programmed. Refer to
UBS 98model year Immobilizer
Workshop Manual.
Is the action complete?—Verify repair—
61. Start the engine.
2. Monitor the knock retard display on Tech 2 while
changing the throttle setting to place different loads
on the engine.
Is knock retard at the specified value? (Turn the ignition
“OFF.”)
0Go to Step 9Go to Step 7
71. At the rear of the engine, behind the rear fuel
injector on the lift side, disconnect the 2-wire knock
sensor harness connector.
2. Attach the positive lead of DVM to B+.
3. On the m ain harness side of the connector, use th e
negative lead of the DVM to probe the connector pin
that is connected to the black wire.
Dose the DVM indicate the specified value?
(Reconnect the knock sensor harness.)
B+Go to Step 9Go to Step 8
8Repair the open black wire ground for the shield which
prevents stray electromagnetic pulses from affecting
the knock signal.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—
91. Reconnect the wire harness.
2. Set a DVM to AC voltage.
3. With the DVM, backprobe the PCM connector at
A2.
4. Tap the engine lift brackprobe with a socket
extension.
Did the DVM show an increase in AC voltage while
tapping on the lift bracket?
—System OKGo to Step 10
10Replace the knock sensor.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—

6E–98
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Check
StepActionVa l u e ( s )Ye sNo
1Check the EGR valve for looseness.
Is the EGR valve Loose?
—Go to Step 2Go to Step 3
2Tighten the EGR valve.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—
31. Place the transmission selector in Park or Neutral.
2. Start the engine and idle until warm.
3. Using Tech 2, command EGR “50% ON.”
Does the engine idle rough and lose RPMs?
—
EGR system
working
properly. No
problem
found.
Go to Step 4
41. Engine “OFF.”
2. Ignition “ON.”
3. Using a test light to ground, check the EGR harness
between the EGR valve and the ignition feed.
Does the test light illuminate?
—Go to Step 6Go to Step 5
5Repair the EGR harness ignition feed.
Was the problem corrected?
—Verify repairGo to Step 6
61. Remove the EGR valve.
2. Visually and physically inspect the EGR valve
pintle, valve passages and adapter for excessive
deposits, obstructions or any restrictions.
Does the EGR valve have excessive deposits,
obstructions or any restrictions?
—Go to Step 7Go to Step 8
7Clean or replace EGR system components as
necessary.
Was the problem corrected?
—Verify repairGo to Step 8
81. Ground the EGR valve metal case to battery (–).
2. Using Tech 2, command EGR “ON” and observe the
EGR valve pintle for movement.
Does the EGR valve pintle move according to
command?
—Go to Step 9
Go to DTC
P1406 chart
91. Remove the EGR inlet and outlet pipes from the
intake and exhaust manifolds.
2. Visually and physically inspect manifold EGR ports
and EGR inlet and outlet pipes for blockage or
restriction caused by excessive deposits or other
damage.
Do the manifold EGR ports or inlet and outlet pipes
have excessive deposits, obstructions, or any
restrictions?
—Go to Step 10
EGR system
working
properly. No
problem
found.
10Clean or replace EGR system components as
necessary.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—

6E–100
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Output Check
StepActionVa l u e ( s )Ye sNo
11. Turn the ignition “OFF”and leave it “OFF” for 15
seconds.
2. Ignition “ON.” Don’t crank engine.
3. Tech 2 should indicate a manifold absolute pressure
(MAP) sensor voltage.
4. Compare this scan reading to scan reading of a
known good vehicle obtained using the exact same
procedure as in Steps 1-4.
Is the voltage reading the same +/–0.40 volt?
—Go to Step 2Go to Step 5
21. Disconnect the vacuum hose at the MAP sensor
and plug the hose.
2. Connect a hand vacuum pump to the MAP sensor.
3. Start the engine.
4. Apply 34 kPa (10 Hg) of vacuum and note the
voltage change.
Is the voltage change 1.5-2.1 volts less than Step 1?
—Go to Step 3Go to Step 4
3No trouble found. Check the sensor cover for leakage
or restriction.
Does the hose supply vacuum to the MAP sensor only?
—Go to Step 5Go to Step 4
4Repair the material to block.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—
5Check the sensor connection.
Is the sensor connection good?
—Go to Step 6Go to Step 7
6Replace the sensor. Refer to On-Vehicle Service, MAP
Sensor.
Is the action complete?—Verify repair—
7Repair the poor connection.
Is the action complete?
—Verify repair—

6E–105 ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
The engine oil dip stick not fully seated.
The engine oil fill cap loose or missing.
Test Description
Number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the
Diagnostic Chart.
2. The MAF system performance or “rationality”
diagnostic uses the MAP sensor signal along with
other input to calculate an expected airflow rate that
is then compared to the actual measured airflow
from the MAF sensor. The first few steps of this
table verify that the MAP sensor is working properly.
6. Using Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data
may aid in locating an intermittent condition. If the
DTC cannot be duplicated, the information included
in the Freeze Frame and/or Failure Records data
can be useful in determining how many miles since
the DTC set. The Fail Counter and Pass Counter
can also be used to determine how many ignition
cycles the diagnostic reported a pass and/or a fail.
Operate the vehicle within the same Freeze Frame
conditions (RPM, load, vehicle speed , temperature,
etc.) that were noted. This will isolate when the
DTC failed.For any test that requires back probing the PCM or
component harness connectors, use the Connector
Test Adapter Kit J 35616-A. Using this kit will
prevent any damage to the harness connector
terminals.
7. Any un-metered air may cause this DTC to set.
Check the PVC system for vacuum leaks. Also
inspect the dip stick for being pulled out. Check the
oil fill cap for being loose.
8. Verifies the signal circuit from the MAF sensor
electrical connector to the PCM.
9. Verifies whether a ground and B+ circuit is available.
10. Checks a signal circuit for an open.
11. Checks for a signal circuit shorted to B+.
DTC P0101 – MAF System Performance
StepActionVa l u e ( s )Ye sNo
1Was the “On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check”
performed?
—Go to Step 2
Go to OBD
System
Check
21. Ignition “ON,” engine “OFF.”
2. Using a Tech 2, select “MAP” from the Engine 1
Data List.
Is the value displayed greater than the value shown?
85 kPaGo to Step 3Go toStep 13
31. Remove the MAP sensor from the intake manifold
but leave the electrical harness connected.
2. Connect a hand operated vacuum pump to the MAP
sensor.
3. Observe the MAP display while slowly applying
vacuum up to 20” Hg as indicated on the pump
gauge.
Each 1” of vacuum applied should result in a 3 to 4 kPa
drop in the MAP sensor value on the Tech 2 and the
value should change smoothly with each increase in
vacuum.
Did the MAP value change smoothly through the entire
range of the test without any erratic readings?
—Go to Step 13Go to Step 4
4With 20” Hg vacuum applied to the MAP sensor, is the
MAF sensor reading the same or less than the value
shown?
34 kPaGo to Step 5Go to Step 13
5Disconnect the vacuum source from the MAP sensor.
Does the MAP sensor reading return to its original
value?
—Go to Step 6Go to Step 13