1998 OPEL FRONTERA oil temperature

6A–28
ENGINE MECHANICAL
Crankshaft Pulley
Removal
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove air cleaner assembly.
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Legend
(1) Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose Connector
(2) Intake Air Temperature Sensor
(3) Air Cleaner Duct Assembly
(4) Air Cleaner Element
(5) Mass Air Flow Sensor
3. Remove radiator upper fan shroud from radiator.
4. Move serpentine belt tensioner to loose side using
wrench then remove serpentine belt.
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Legend
(1) Crankshaft Pulley
(2) Cooling Fan Pulley
(3) Tensioner
(4) Generator
(5) Air Conditioner Compressor
(6) Power Steering Oil Pump
(7) Serpentine Belt
5. Remove cooling fan assembly four fixing nuts, then
the cooling fan assembly.
6. Remove crankshaft pulley assembly using J-8614-01
crankshaft holder, hold crankshaft pulley then
remove center bolt and pulley.
Installation
1. Install crankshaft pulley using J-8614-01 crankshaft
holder, hold the crankshaft pulley and tighten center
bolt to the specified torque.
Torque : 167 Nꞏm (17.0 Kgꞏm/123 lb ft)
2. Install cooling fan assembly and tighten bolts/nuts to
the specified torque.
Torque : 22 Nꞏm (2.2 Kgꞏm/16 lb ft) for fan pulley
and fan bracket.
Torque : 10 Nꞏm (1.0 Kgꞏm/88.5 lb in) for fan and
clutch assembly.
3. Move serpentine belt tensioner to loose side using
wrench, then install serpentine belt to normal
position.
4. Install radiator upper fan shroud.
5. Install air cleaner assembly.

6A–83
ENGINE MECHANICAL
Attach the piston to the connecting rod with the
piston front mark and the connecting rod front mark
on the same side.
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With 5–8840–0551–0 Piston pin service set and a
press, press fit the piston pin.
NOTE: Heat the connecting rod small end to a suitable
temperature to ensure smooth installation.
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Legend
(1) Press Ram
(2) Piston
(3) Connecting Rod
(4) Piston Pin
4. Install piston ring with the piston ring expander.
The compression ring must be set with the T mark (1)
facing up.
Marked T : No.1 Compression ring
Marked T2 : No.2 Compression ring
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Install piston rings in the following sequence.
1. Oil ring
1. Expander ring
2. Upper side rail
3. Lower side rail
2. 2nd compression ring
3. 1st compression ring
The compression rings must be set with the T or T2
mark facing up.
Marked T : No.1 Compression ring
Marked T2 : No.2 Compression ring
After installation, apply engine oil to the entire
circumference of the piston rings. Check to see that
all the rings rotate smoothly.
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5. Install piston and connecting rod assembly.
Insert the bearings into the connecting rods and
caps. Apply new engine oil to the bearing faces and
nuts.

ENGINE COOLING6B–3
Thermostat
The thermostat is a wax pellet type with a air hole(1) and is
installed in the thermostat housing.
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Radiator
The radiator is a tube type with corrugated fins. In order to
raise the boiling point of the coolant, the radiator is fitted
with a cap in which the valve is operated at 88.2
117.6
kPa (12.8
1 7 . 0 p s i ) p r e s s u r e . ( N o o i l c o o l e r p r o v i d e d f o r
M/T)
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Anti Freeze Solution
Relation between the mixing ratio and freezing
temperature of the EC varies with the ratio of
anti–freeze solution in water. Proper mixing ratio can
be determined by referring to the chart. Supplemental
inhibitors or additives claiming to increase cooling
capability that have not been specifically approved by
Isuzu are not recommended for addition to the cooling
system.
Calculating mixing ratio
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ENGINE COOLING6B–5
Diagnosis
Engine Cooling Trouble
ConditionPossible causeCorrection
Engine overheatingLow Engine Coolant levelReplenish
Incorrect fan installedReplace
Thermo meter unit faultyReplace
Faulty thermostatReplace
Faulty Engine Coolant temperature
sensorRepair or replace
Clogged radiatorClean or replace
Faulty radiator capReplace
Low engine oil level or use of
improper engine oilReplenish or change oil
Clogged exhaust systemClean exhaust system or replace
faulty parts
Faulty Throttle Position sensorReplace throttle valve assembly
Open or shorted Throttle Position
sensor circuitRepair or replace
Damaged cylinder head gasketReplace
Engine overcoolingFaulty thermostatReplace
Engine slow to warm–upFaulty thermostatReplace
Thermo unit faultyReplace

ENGINE COOLING6B–11
Cap tester: 5–8840–0277–0
Adapter: 5–8840–2603–0
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Installation
1. Install rubber cushions on both sides of radiator
bottom.
2. Install radiator assembly with hose, taking care not to
damage the radiator core with a fan blade.
3. Install bracket (6) and support the radiator upper tank
with the bracket (5) and secure the radiator.
4. Connect reserve tank hose (4).
5. Install lower fan guide (3).
6. Connect radiator inlet hose and outlet hose to the
engine.
7. Connect oil cooler hose (1) to automatic
transmission.
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8. Connect battery ground cable.
9. Pour engine coolant up to filler neck of radiator, and
up to MAX mark of reserve tank.
111 R S 0 0 1Important operation (in case of 100% engine coolant
change) procedure for filling with engine coolant.
1. Make sure that the engine is cool.
2. Open radiator cap pour coolant up to filler neck.
3. Pour coolant into reservoir tank up to “MAX” line.
4. Tighten radiator cap and start the engine. After
idling for 2 to 3 minutes, stop the engine and
reopen radiator cap. If the water level is lower,
replenish.
WARNING: WHEN THE COOLANT IS HEATED TO A
HIGH TEMPERATURE, BE SURE NOT TO LOOSEN
OR REMOVE THE RADIATOR CAP. OTHERWISE YOU
MIGHT GET SCALDED BY HOT VAPOR OR BOILING
WATER. TO OPEN THE RADIATOR CAP, PUT A
PIECE OF THICK CLOTH ON THE CAP AND LOOSEN
THE CAP SLOWLY TO REDUCE THE PRESSURE
WHEN THE COOLANT HAS BECOME COOLER.
5. After tightening radiator cap, warm up the engine
at about 2000 rpm. Set heater adjustment to the
highest temperature position, and let the coolant
circulate also into heater water system.
6. Check to see the thermostat has opened through
the needle position of water thermometer,
conduct a 5–minute idling again and stop the
engine.
7. When the engine has been cooled, check filler
neck for water level and replenish if required.
Should extreme shortage of coolant is found,
check the cooling system and reservoir tank hose
for leakage.
8. Pour coolant into reservoir tank up tp “MAX” line.

6C–3
ENGINE FUEL
Adhere to all Notices and Cautions.
All gasoline engines are designed to use only unleaded
gasoline. Unleaded gasoline must be used for proper
emission control system operation.
Its use will also minimize spark plug fouling and extend
engine oil life. Using leaded gasoline can damage the
emission control system and could result in loss of
emission warranty coverage.
All cars are equipped with an Evaporative Emission
Control System. The purpose of the system is to minimize
the escape of fuel vapors to the atmosphere.
Fuel Metering
The Engine Control Module (ECM) is in complete control
of this fuel delivery system during normal driving
conditions.
The intake manifold function, like that of a diesel, is used
only to let air into the engine. The fuel is injected by
separate injectors that are mounted over the intake
manifold.
The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor measures
the changes in the intake manifold pressure which result
from engine load and speed changes, which the MAP
sensor converts to a voltage output.
This sensor generates the voltage to change
corresponding to the flow of the air drawn into the engine.
The changing voltage is transformed into an electric
signal and provided to the ECM.
With receipt of the signals sent from the MAP sensor,
Intake Air Temperature sensor and others, the ECM
determines an appropriate fuel injection pulse width
feeding such information to the fuel injector valves to
effect an appropriate air/fuel ratio.
The Multiport Fuel Injection system utilizes an injection
system where the injectors turn on at every crankshaft
re vol u tion . Th e EC M con tro ls t he in je cto r on tim e so t ha t
the correct amount of fuel is metered depending on
driving conditions.
Two interchangeable “O” rings are used on the injector
that must be replaced when the injectors are removed.
The fuel rail is attached to the top of the intake manifold
and supplies fuel to all the injectors.
Fuel is recirculated through the rail continually while the
engine is running. This removes air and vapors from the
fuel as well as keeping the fuel cool during hot weather
operation.
The fuel pressure control valve that is mounted on the fuel
rail maintains a pressure differential across the injectors
under all operating conditions. It is accomplished by
controlling the amount of fuel that is recirculated back to
the fuel tank based on engine demand.
See Section “Driveability and Emission” for more
information and diagnosis.

6D2–2
IGNITION SYSTEM
General Description
Ignition is done by the electronic ignition (El) that directly
fires the spark plugs from ignition coils through spark plug
wires without using a distributor. A pair of ignition coils for
the cylinders having different phases by 360
(No.1 and
No.4,No.2 and No.5,No.3 and No.6) are fired
simultaneously.
Since the cylinder on exhaust stroke requires less energy
to fire its ignition plug, energy from the ignition coils can be
utilized to fire the mating cylinder on compression stroke.
After additional 360
rotation, respective cylinder strokes
are reversed.
The EI consists of six ignition coils,ignition control
module, crank angle sensor, powertrain control module
(PCM) and other components.The ignition coils are connected with the PCM by means
of a 32 pin connector.
The ignition control module turns on/off the primary circuit
of ignition coils, and also it controls the ignition timing at
the engine speed below 538 rpm.
A notch in the timing disc on the crankshaft activates the
crank angle sensor which then sends information such as
firing order and starting timing of each ignition coil to the
PCM.
Further, the El employs ignition control (IC) to control
similar to a distributor system.
By receiving signals such as crank position,engine
speed, water temperature and Manifold Absolute
Pressure (MAP), the PCM controls the ignition timing.
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Diagnosis
Refer to Section Drivability and Emissions for the
diagnosis to electronic ignition system (El system).

6E–4
ENGINE DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS
Knock Sensor 6E–337. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Linear Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
Control 6E–337. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor 6E–337. . . . . . . . . . . .
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor 6E–338
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) 6E–338. . . . . . .
PCM Function 6E–338. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PCM Components 6E–339. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PCM Voltage Description 6E–339. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PCM Input/Outputs 6E–339. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PCM Service Precautions 6E–339. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reprogramming The PCM 6E–339. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Throttle Position (TP) Sensor 6E–339. . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT)
Sensor 6E–340. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission Range Switch 6E–340. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) 6E–340. . . . . . . . . . . .
Use of Circuit Testing Tools 6E–340. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aftermarket Electrical and Vacuum
Equipment 6E–340. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrostatic Discharge Damage 6E–341. . . . . . . . .
Upshift Lamp 6E–341. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description (Air Induction) 6E–341. . . . . . . .
Air Induction System 6E–341. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description (Fuel Metering) 6E–341. . . . . . .
Acceleration Mode 6E–341. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accelerator Controls 6E–341. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Voltage Correction Mode 6E–341. . . . . . . .
CMP Signal 6E–341. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clear Flood Mode 6E–342. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deceleration Mode 6E–342. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Speed/Vehicle Speed/Fuel
Disable Mode 6E–342. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Cutoff Mode 6E–342. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Injector 6E–342. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Metering System Components 6E–342. . . . . . Fuel Metering System Purpose 6E–342. . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Pressure Regulator 6E–343. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Pump Electrical Circuit 6E–343. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Rail 6E–343. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve 6E–343. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Run Mode 6E–344. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting Mode 6E–344. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Throttle Body Unit 6E–344. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description (Electronic Ignition
System) 6E–344. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor 6E–344. . . . . . . .
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor 6E–345. . . . . . .
Electronic Ignition 6E–345. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Coils 6E–345. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Control 6E–345. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Control PCM Output 6E–347. . . . . . . . . . . .
Knock Sensor (KS) PCM Input 6E–347
. . . . . . . . . .
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) 6E–347. . . . . . .
Spark Plug 6E–347. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A/C Clutch Diagnosis 6E–349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A/C Clutch Circuit Operation 6E–349. . . . . . . . . . . .
A/C Clutch Circuit Purpose 6E–349. . . . . . . . . . . . .
A/C Request Signal 6E–349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description (Exhaust Gas
Recirculation (EGR) System) 6E–349. . . . . . . . . . . . .
EGR Purpose 6E–349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Linear EGR Valve 6E–349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Linear EGR Control 6E–349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Linear EGR Valve Operation and Results
of Incorrect Operation 6E–349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EGR Pintle Position Sensor 6E–350. . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description (Positive Crankcase
Ventilation (PCV) System) 6E–350. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Crankcase Ventilation System Purpose 6E–350. . .
Crankcase Ventilation System Operation 6E–350.