1998 OPEL FRONTERA turn signal

4B1–9 DRIVE LINE CONTROL SYSTEM (SHIFT ON THE FLY)
Retrial
The motor actuator starts transfer gear shifting after
signal from 4WD switch on instrument panel has been
received. But the shifting may be impossible in cold
weather or under high speed condition. When 2 seconds
have passed since transfer gear shifting started and the
transfer position switch dose not turn on (the gear
engagement is not completed), the motor reverses its
rotation for 1.2 seconds and tries again to shift transfergear. This procedure is repeated 3 times in maximum.
While this procedure, 4WD indicator lamp blinks by 2 Hz.
If the transfer position switch does not turn on after
aforementioned procedure has been repeated 3 times,
the gear shifting is stopped and 4WD indicator lamp’s
blinking changes from 2Hz to 4Hz to notify driver that the
gear shifting is stopped. This blinking of indicator lamp
continues until 4WD switch is returned from 4WD to 2WD.
Time Chart of Shifting Under Severe Condition (re-
trial)
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4B1–10
DRIVE LINE CONTROL SYSTEM (SHIFT ON THE FLY)
Warning at “4L” position :In view of the shifting
mechanism of transfer, the gear shifting from 4WD to
2WD at “4L” condition is impossible. Therefore, the
transfer position switch can not be turned off by 4WDswitch when vehicle is in “4L” condition. In the case this
condition continues for 2 seconds, the shifting to 2WD is
stopped and the indicator lamp’s blinking changes from
2Hz to 4Hz to notify driver of wrong operation.
Time Chart of Shifting from 4WD to 2WD at “4L”
Condition
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4WD out signal to other Electronic Hydraulic Control
Unit : 4WDcontrol unit sends 4WD out signal to other
Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit as below.
4WD out signal
(Period)
Vehicle ConditionTransfer position switchFront axle switch
120 ms2WD2WD (Open)2WD (Open)
240 ms4WD4WD (Close)4WD (Close)

4B2–3 DRIVE LINE CONTROL SYSTEM (TOD)
detects the slip condition, determines the optimum torque
based on the feedback control logic, and increases the
torque to the front wheels.
The control unit uses the signal from the throttle position
sensor to predict the future vehicle condition and the
intention of the driver with respect to acceleration and
deceleration, and determines the initial torque distribution
using these data and the information from the speed
sensors.
In case of small circle turning in the parking lot, for
example, the control unit minimizes the clutch pressing
force restrict a braking phenomenon. When the ABS
becomes active, the control unit optimizes the clutch
pressing force to ensure stable braking.
TOD Indicator Control
The TOD indicator on the instrument panel informs the
driver of the current working status of the transfer unit.
The information consists of two items: the drive mode
(2H, TOD, 4L, transition) and the torque split status of the
TOD (torque distribution level). The indicator can display
occasional errors and corresponding error codes.

DRIVE LINE CONTROL SYSTEM (TOD) 4B2–8
Functions of Indicator Lamp
TOD Indicator Lamps
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Indication During Transition of Transfer Lever
When the transfer lever is shifted, and the signals from
the AXLE switch do not comply with the signal conditions
of the 4H and 4L switch, the transfer lever position signals
generated by the 4H and 4L switch and the N position
signals are repeatedly output at an interval of 0.8 second.NOTE: After the transfer lever is set to the specified
position and the AXLE switch generates compliant
signals, the normal output status is returned.

DRIVE LINE CONTROL SYSTEM (TOD) 4B2–10
Simplified checking method of ABS IN and BRAKE ON signals:
In the event that any of the signal inputs listed below are
observed while the self-diagnostic code is being
displayed (the self-diagnostic connector is short-circuited
to GND), you can simply check the ABS IN and BRAKE
ON signals as shown in the figures below.
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Check Lamp
Check Lamp Valve Check
When the starter switch is turned on in the normal state,
the control unit turns on the CHECK lamp to check the
bulb.
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4B2–55 DRIVE LINE CONTROL SYSTEM (TOD)
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn off the starter switch.
2. Disconnect the ECU connector from ECU.
Does the resistance between terminals 5 and 19 meet the
standard, R = 21
4 ohms?
The phenomenon
is not
reproduced.
Refer to
“Troubles
intermittently
observed”.
Go to Step 4
Go to Step 2
2Is the resistance between terminals 5 and 19 R<2 ohms?The signal line
circuit of the shift
on the fly system
is short-circuited
to GND. Repair
the circuit.
Go to Step 3
Go to Step 3
3Is the resistance between terminals 5 and 19 R= 97ohms?The signal line
circuit of the shift
on the fly system
is layer
short-circuited*.
Replace the valve
(VSV).
Go to Step 3
Go to Step 4
41. Check that all the parts are mounted.
2. Clear the trouble code.
Is this step complete?
Repeat the
“Diagnosis Flow”.
Return to Step 4
*Layer short-circuit : The coil is damaged by overcurrent.

5A–3 BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
General Description
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) works on all four
wheels. A combination of wheel speed sensor and
Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit (EHCU) can determine
when a wheel is about to stop turning and adjust brake
pressure to maintain best braking.This system helps the driver maintain greater control of
the vehicle under heavy braking conditions.
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Legend
(1) With P&B Valve Model
(2) With LSPV Model
(3) Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit (EHCU)
(4) Front Wheel Speed Sensor
(5) Rear Wheel Speed Sensor(6) G-Sensor
(7) Proportioning and Bypass (P&B) Valve
(8) Load Sensing Proportioning Valve (LSPV)
(9) Electronic Line
(10) Hydraulic Line
System Components
Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit (EHCU), four Wheel
Speed Sensors, Warning Light, and G-sensor.
Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit (EHCU)
T h e E H C U c o n s i s t s o f A B S c o n t r o l c i r c u i t s , f a u l t d e t e c t o r,
and a fail-safe. It drives the hydraulic unit according to the
signal from each sensor, cancelling ABS to return to

5A–4
BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
normal braking when a malfunction has occurred in the
ABS.
The EHCU has a self-diagnosing function which can
indicate faulty circuits during diagnosis.
The EHCU is mounted on the engine compartment front
right side. It consists of a Motor, Plunger Pump, Solenoid
Valves and Check Valve.
On the outside, the relay box containing a motor relay and
a valve relay is installed.
Solenoid Valves: Reduces or holds the caliper fluid
pressure for each front disc brake or both rear disc brakes
according to the signal sent from the EHCU.
Reservoir: Temporarily holds the brake fluid that returns
from the front and rear disc brake caliper so that pressure
of front disc brake caliper can be reduced smoothly.
Plunger Pump: Feeds the brake fluid held in the reservoir
to the master cylinder.
Motor: Drives the pump according to the signal from
EHCU.
Check Valve: Controls the brake fluid flow.
ABS Warning Light
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an amber “ABS” warning light in the instrument panel.
The “ABS” warning light will illuminate if a malfunction in
the Anti-lock Brake System is detected by the Electronic
Hydraulic Control Unit (EHCU). In case of an electronic
malfunction, the EHCU will turn “ON” the “ABS” warning
light and disable the Anti-lock braking function.
The “ABS” light will turn “ON” for approximately three
seconds after the ignition switch is to the “ON” position.
If the “ABS” light stays “ON” after the ignition switch is the
“ON” position, or comes “ON” and stays “ON” while
driving, the Anti-lock Brake System should be inspected
for a malfunction according to the diagnosis procedure.
Wheel Speed Sensor
It consists of a sensor and a rotor. The sensor is attached
to the knuckle on the front wheels and to the axle shaft
bearing holder on the rear wheels.
The rotor is press-fit in the axle shaft.The flux generated from electrodes magnetized by a
magnet in the sensor varies due to rotation of the rotor,
and the electromagnetic induction generates alternating
voltage in the coil. This voltage draws a “sine curve” with
the frequency proportional to rotor speed and it allows
detection of wheel speed.
G-Sensor
The G-sensor installed inside the center console detects
the vehicle deceleration speed and sends a signal to the
EHCU. In 4WD operation, all four wheels may be
decelerated in almost the same phase, since all wheels
are connected mechanically.
This tendency is noticeable particularly on roads with low
friction coefficient, and the ABS control is adversely
affected.
The G-sensor judges whether the friction coefficient of
road surface is low or high, and changes the EHCU’s
operating system to ensure ABS control.
Normal and Anti-lock Braking
Under normal driving conditions, the Anti-lock Brake
System functions the same as a standard power assisted
brake system. However, with the detection of wheel
lock-up, a slight bump or kick-back will be felt in the brake
pedal. This pedal “bump” will be followed by a series of
short pedal pulsations which occurs in rapid succession.
The brake pedal pulsation will continue until there is no
longer a need for the anti-lock function or until the vehicle
is stopped. A slight ticking or popping noise may be heard
during brake applications when the Anti-lock features is
being used.
When the Anti-lock feature is being used, the brake pedal
may rise even as the brakes are being applied. This is
also normal. Maintaining a constant force on the pedal
will provide the shortest stopping distance.
Brake Pedal Travel
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-lock Brake System may
be stopped by applying normal force to the brake pedal.
Although there is no need to push the pedal beyond the
point where it stops or holds the vehicle, by applying more
force the pedal will continue to travel toward the floor.
This extra brake pedal travel is normal.
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Several acronyms and abbreviations are commonly used
throughout this section:
ABS
Anti-lock Brake System
CKT
Circuit
DLC
Data Link Connector
EHCU
Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit
FL
Front Left