1998 OPEL FRONTERA air condition

RESTRAINT CONTROL SYSTEM 9J1–54
Diagnostic Aids:
An intermittent condition is likely to be caused by a poor
connection at terminals “3” and “4” of the driver
pretensioner assembly 2–pin connector at the base of the
driver seat. SDM terminals “21” and “22” or a poor wire to
terminal connection in IB13–BLU/RED orIB14–BLU/YEL. The test for this diagnostic trouble code
is only run while the “AIR BAG” warning lamp is
performing the bulb check. When a scan tool “Clear
Codes” command is issued and the malfunction is still
present, the DTC will not reappear until the next ignition
cycle.
DTC 41 Driver Pretensioner Loop Resistance High
StepActionYe sNo
1Perform the “SRS Diagnostic System Check”.
Was the “SRS Diagnostic System Check” performed?
Go to Step 2
Repeat the “SRS
Diagnostic
System Check”
21. When measurements are requested in this chart use
5–8840–0285–0 DVM with correct terminal adapter from
5–8840–0385–0.
2. Use scan tool data list function, read and record the driver
pretensioner loop resistance.
Is driver resistance more than 3.7 ohms?
Go to Step 3Go to Chart A
31. Ignition switch “OFF.”
2. Disconnect driver pretensioner assembly yellow 2–pin
connector located at base of the driver seat.
Is the 2–pin connector connected properly?
Go to Step 4
Driver
pretensioner
assembly 2–pin
connector
properly
Go to Step 7
41. Disconnect and inspect the driver pretensioner assembly
yellow 2–Pin connector located base of the driver seat.
2. If ok, reconnect the driver pretensioner assembly yellow 2–pin
connector.
3. Ignition switch “ON.”
Is DTC 41 current?
Go to Step 5Go to Step 7
51. Ignition switch “OFF.”
2. Disconnect driver pretensioner assembly, yellow 2–pin
connector located at the base of the driver seat.
3. Connect SRS driver / passenger load tool 5–8840–2421–0
and appropriate adapter to driver pretensioner assembly
harness connectors.
4. Ignition switch “ON.”
Is DTC 41 current?
Go to Step 6Go to Step 7
61. Ignition switch “Off.”
2. There has been a increase in the total circuit resistance of the
driver pretensioner loop.
3. Use the high resolution ohmmeter mode of the DVM while
checking IB13–BLU/RED and IB14–BLU/YEL, and SDM
connector terminal “21” and “22” to locate the root cause.
Was a fault found?
Replace SRS
harness or repair
chassis harness
Go to Step 7
Go to Chart A
71. Reconnect all components ensure all component are properly
mounted.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble codes.
Was this step finished?
Repeat the “SRS
Diagnostic
System Check”
Go to Step 7

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RESTRAINT CONTROL SYSTEM
DTC 42 Driver Pretensioner Loop Resistance Low
D09RW014
Circuit Description:
When the ignition switch is turned “ON”, the SDM will
perform tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within
itself. Upon passing these tests “Ignition 1”, and
pretensioner loop voltages are measured to ensure they
are within their respective normal voltage ranges.
The SDM then proceeds with the “Resistance
Measurement Test” “Driver Belt Low” terminal “22” is
grounded through a current sink and the driver current
source connected to “Driver Belt High” terminal “21”
allows a known amount of current to flow. By monitoring
the voltage difference between “Driver Belt High” and
“Driver Belt Low” the SDM calculates the combined
resistance of the driver pretensioner assembly, harness
wiring IB13–BLU/RED and IB14–BLU/YEL and
connector terminal contact.
DTC Will Set When:
The combined resistance of the driver pretensioner
assembly, harness wiring IB13–BLU/RED and
IB14–BLU/YEL and connector terminal contact is above
a specified value. This test is run once each ignition cycle
during the “Resistance Measurement Test” when:
1. No “higher priority faults” are detected during
“Turn–ON”
2. “Ignition 1” voltage is in the specified value.
Action Taken:
SDM turns “ON” the “AIR BAG” warning lamp and sets
DTC 42.
DTC Will Clear When:
The ignition switch is turned “OFF.”
DTC Chart Test Description:
Number(s) below refer to circled number(s) on the
diagnostic chart:
2. This test determines whether the malfunction is in
the SDM.
3. This test verifies proper connection of the yellow
2–pin connector at the base of the driver seat.
4. This test checks for proper operation of the shorting
clip in the yellow 2–pin connector.
5. This test isolate the malfunction to one side of the
pretensioner assembly yellow 2–pin connector
located at the base of driver seat.
6. This test determines whether the malfunction is due
to shortening in the wiring.
Diagnostic Aids:
An intermittent condition is likely to be caused by a short
between IB13–BLU/RED or IB14–BLU/YEL or a
malfunctioning shorting clip on the driver pretensioner
assembly which would require replacement of the
component. The test for this diagnostic trouble code is

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RESTRAINT CONTROL SYSTEM
DTC 44 Driver Pretensioner Loop Open
D09RW014
Circuit Description:
When the ignition switch is turned “ON”, the SDM will
perform tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within
itself. Upon passing these tests, “Ignition 1”, and
pretensioner loop voltages are measured to ensure they
are within their respective normal voltage ranges.
During “Continuous Monitoring” diagnostics, a fixed
amount of current is following in the pretensioner loop.
This produces proportional voltage drops in the loop. By
monitoring the voltage difference between “Driver Belt
High” and “Driver Belt Low”, the SDM calculates the
combined resistance of the driver pretensioner assembly,
harness wiring IB13–BLU/RED and IB14–BLU/YEL, and
connector terminal contact.
DTC Will Set When:
The voltage difference between “Driver Belt High”
terminal “21” and “Driver Belt Low” terminal “22” is above
or equal to a specified value for 500 milliseconds during
“Continuous Monitoring”.
Action Taken:
SDM turns “ON” the “AIR BAG” warning lamp and sets a
diagnostic trouble code.
DTC Will Clear When:
The voltage difference between “Driver Belt High”
terminal “21” and “Driver Belt Low” terminal “22” is belowa specified value for 500 milliseconds during “Continuous
Monitoring”.
DTC Chart Test Description:
Number(s) below refer to step number(s) on the
diagnostic chart:
2. This test determines whether the malfunction is in
the SDM.
3. This test verifies proper connection of the yellow
2–pin connector at the base of the driver seat.
4. This test checks for proper contact and/or corrosion
of the yellow 2–pin connector at the base of the
driver seat.
5. This test isolates the malfunction to one side of the
driver pretensioner assembly yellow 2–pin
connector located at the base of driver seat.
6. This test determines whether the open is in the
wiring.
Diagnostic Aids:
An intermittent condition is likely to be caused by a poor
connection at the driver pretensioner assembly harness
2–pin connector terminals “3” and “4” at the top of the
steering column, SDM terminals “21” and “22”, or an open
in IB13–BLU/RED and IB14–BLU/YEL.

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RESTRAINT CONTROL SYSTEM
DTC 45 Driver Pretensioner Loop Short To Ground
D09RW014
Circuit Description:
When the ignition switch is turned “ON”, the SDM will
perform tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within
itself. Upon passing these tests, “Ignition 1”, and
pretensioner loop voltages are measured to ensure they
are within their respective normal voltage ranges.
The SDM monitors the voltage at “Driver Belt Low”
terminal “22” and “passenger Belt Low” terminal “10” to
detect shorts to ground in the air bag assembly circuits.
DTC Will Set When:
Neither of the air bag and the pretensioner belt are open.
“Ignition 1” is within the normal operating voltage range.
This test is run once each ignition cycle and “Continuous
Monitoring”. Once these conditions are met and the
voltage at “Driver Belt Low” is below a specified value,
DTC 45 will set.
Action Taken:
SDM turns “ON” the “AIR BAG” warning lamp and sets a
diagnostic trouble code.
DTC Will Clear When:
The malfunction is no longer occurring and the ignition is
turned “OFF”.
DTC Chart Test Description:
Number(s) below refer to step number(s) on the
diagnostic chart:
2. This test determines whether the SDM is
malfunctioning
3. This test isolates the malfunction to one side of the
driver pretensioner assembly yellow 2–pin
connector at the base of the driver seat.
4. This test determines whether the malfunction is in
IB13–BLU/RED.
5. This test determines whether the malfunction is in
IB14–BLU/YEL.
Diagnostic Aids:
An intermittent condition is likely to be caused by a short
to ground in the driver pretensioner assembly circuit.
Inspect IB13–BLU/RED and IB14–BLU/YEL carefully for
cutting or chafing.

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RESTRAINT CONTROL SYSTEM
DTC 46 Driver Pretensioner Loop Short To Voltage
D09RW014
Circuit Description:
When the ignition switch is turned “ON”, the SDM will
perform tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within
itself. Upon passing these tests, “Ignition 1”, and
pretensioner loop voltages are measured to ensure they
are within their respective normal voltage ranges.
The SDM monitors the voltage at “Driver Belt Low”
terminal “22” and “Passenger Belt Low” terminal “10” to
detect shorts to B+ in the pretensioner assembly circuits.
DTC Will Set When:
“Ignition 1” is in the normal operating voltage range. This
test is run once each ignition cycle and “Continuous
monitoring”. Once these conditions are met and the
voltage at “Driver Belt Low” is above a specified value,
DTC 46 will set.
Action Taken:
SDM turns “ON” the “AIR BAG” warning lamp and sets
DTC 46.
DTC Will Clear When:
The malfunction is no longer occurring and the ignition is
turned “OFF”.
DTC Chart Test Description:
Number(s) below refer to step number(s) on the
diagnostic chart:
2. This test determines whether the SDM is
malfunctioning.
3. This test isolates the malfunction to one side of the
driver pretensioner assembly yellow 2–pin
connector at the base of the driver seat.
4. This test determines whether the malfunction is in
IB13–BLU/RED.
5. This test determines whether the malfunction is in
IB14–BLU/YEL.
Diagnostic Aids:
An intermittent condition is likely to be caused by a short
to B+ in the driver pretensioner assembly circuit. Inspect
IB13–BLU/RED and IB14–BLU/YEL carefully for cutting
or chafing. If the wiring pigtail of the driver pretensioner
assembly is damaged, the components must be
replaced. A careful inspection of IB13–BLU/RED and
IB14–BLU/YEL, including the driver pretensioner
assembly is essential to ensure that the replacement
SDM will not be damaged.

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THIS MALUAL INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS:
SECTION No. CONTRNTS
1A HEATING AND VENTILATION
1B AIR CONDITIONING
1D COMPRESSOR OVERHAUL
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1D

FULL AUTO display
INTAKE indication
(LED)
(switching between
fresh and interior air)
MODE indication
(LED) (Blow port)
AC display (LED)
FAN indication (LED)
FAN KNOB
AUTO SET
REC FRESH SWITCH
TEMP LEVER
(temperature control)
MODE SWITCH
(blow port selection)
AC SWITCH
IN CAR SENSOR
AMBIENT SENSOR
SUN SENSOR
DUCT SENSOR
MIX ACTUATOR
POTENTIOMETER
MODE ACTUATOR
POTENTIOMETER
AIR MIX DOOR
MODE DOOR
INTAKE ACTUATOR
RECINTAKE DOOR
FAN MOTORPOWER
TRANSISTOR
AUTOMATIC HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL UNIT (with the built-in micro-computer)
MAX HI RELAY
PRESSURE
SWITCHAIR CONDITIONER
THERMO RELAY
COMPRESSOR
SWITCH MAGNET
CLUTCH
PCM
PRESSURE
SWITCHAIR CONDITIONER
THERMO RELAYMAGNET
CLUTCH
(4JX1engine)
MIX FRESH
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Potentiometer
ConnectionPosition
Detection
Block Automatic Heater / Air
Conditioner Control Unit
Controller
Sliding Contact
Full Heat PositionTerminal PlateFull Cool PositionDriver
Cool Side Heat Side
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Full cool
Full cool0 0 0.5 1.0
50 100%
Aperture of air mix doorVoltage ratio VM/VDD
Full heat Full heat
VDD
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