Opel Frontera UE. Manual - part 1269

2A–48

POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM

Shaft Length

Check the shaft length from the upper end of the slide 
joint to the end of the shaft. If column length is not in 
specifications, steering column should be replaced.

Standard length: 291.7-295.7 mm (11.484-11.642 
in)

431RW034

Shaft Universal Joint (Lower End)

If the resistance is felt when checked by rotate the joint, 
replace the steering column assembly.

Shaft Bellows Pipe

Check the shaft bellows pipe for bend by using straight 
edge. Measure the clearance between the bellows pipe 
and the straight edge (at center of the bellows pipe).

Standard: Less than 1mm (0.039 in)

431RW035

Tilt Mechanism

Tilt mechanism should moves smoothly.
While locked the tilt mechanism, be sure the steering 
column latch securely by pushing the steering wheel 
upward and downward.

Installation

1. Thread the steering column assembly through the 

hole in the dashpanel. Temporarily tighten the 
steering column fixing nuts (crossbeam side).

2. Tighten the steering column fixing bolt (dashpanel 

side) to the specified torque.

Torque: 20N·m (2.0kg·m/14lbft)

3. Tighten the steering column fixing nuts (crossbeam 

side) to the specified torque (this nut was 
temporarily tightened in Step 1).

Torque: 17N·m (1.7kg·m/12lbft)

4. Align the setting marks on the universal joint and the 

second steering shaft (applied at disassembly).

5. Connect the universal joint and the second steering 

shaft. Tighten the universal joint bolts to the 
specified torque.

Torque: 31N·m (3.2kg·m/23lbft)

6. Connect the steering column assembly to the 

second steering shaft. Tighten the bolts to the 
specified torque.

Torque: 31N·m (3.2kg·m/23lbft)

7. Install lock cylinder assembly.

8. Install shift lock cable (For A/T).

9. Install cushion rubber.

10. Install snap ring.

11. Install combination switch and SRS coil assembly.  

After installation of combination switch assembly,  
connect the combination switch wiring harness 
connector and the SRS 2-way connector located 
under the steering column.

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POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM

2A–49

12. Turn the SRS coil counter clockwise to full, return 

about 3 turns and align the neutral mark.

CAUTION:  When turning the SRS coil counter 
clockwise to full, stop turning if resistance is felt.  
Forced further turning may damage to the cable in 
the SRS coil.

825RW016

13. When installing the steering column cover, be sure 

to route each wire harness as illustrated so that the 
harnesses do not catch any moving parts.

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14. Install steering wheel and align the setting marks 

made when removing.

CAUTION:  Never apply force to the steering wheel 
in direction of the shaft by using a hammer or other 
impact tools in an attempt to remove the steering 
wheel.  The steering shaft is designed as an energy 
absorbing unit.

15. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut to the specified 

torque.

Torque: 34N·m (3.5kg·m/25lbft)

16. Support the module and carefully connect the 

module connector and horn lead, then install inflator 
module.

NOTE:  Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the 
plastic cover (wire protector) of inflator to prevent lead 
wire from being pinched.

17. Tighten bolts to specified torque.

Torque: 9N·m (0.9kg·m/78 lbin)

18. Install driver knee bolster (reinforcement).

19. Install instrument panel lower cover.

20. Install the engine hood opening lever.

21. Connect the yellow 2-way SRS connector and horn 

lead located under the steering column.

22. Connect the battery “–" terminal cable.

System Inspection

Turn the ignition switch to “ON" while watching warning 
light.
The light should flash 7 times and then go off.  If lamp 
does not operate correctly, refer to 

Restraints section

.

(1) Steering Column Cover
(2) Starter Switch Harness
(3) Combination Switch Harness
(4) Inflator Module Harness

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2A–50

POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM

Supplemental Restraint System Steering Wheel & Column and 

Associated Parts

Main Data and Specifications

Torque Specifications

430RY00006

Special Tools

ILLUSTRATION

TOOL NO.

TOOL NAME

5–8521–0016–0

(J–29752)

Steering wheel remover

SECTION

FRONT SUSPENSION

3C–1

FRONTERA

SUSPENSION

FRONT SUSPENSION

CONTENTS

Service Precaution......................................... 3C - 1
General Description ....................................... 3C - 2

Diagnosis .................................................... 3C - 2

Shock Absorber............................................. 3C - 6

Shock Absorber and Associated Parts ....... 3C - 6
Removal ..................................................... 3C - 6
Inspection and Repair................................. 3C - 6
Installation .................................................. 3C - 6

Stabilizer Bar................................................. 3C - 7

Stabilizer Bar and Associated Parts ........... 3C - 7
Removal ..................................................... 3C - 7
Inspection and Repair................................. 3C - 7
Installation .................................................. 3C - 7

Torsion Bar.................................................... 3C - 8

Torsion Bar and Associated Parts .............. 3C - 8
Removal ..................................................... 3C - 8
Inspection and Repair................................. 3C - 9
Installation .................................................. 3C - 9

Knuckle ......................................................... 3C - 11

Knuckle and Associated Parts .................... 3C - 11
Removal ..................................................... 3C - 11
Inspection and Repair................................. 3C - 12
Installation .................................................. 3C - 12

Upper Control Arm ........................................ 3C - 14

Upper Control Arm and Associated Parts... 3C - 14
Removal...................................................... 3C - 14
Inspection and Repair................................. 3C - 15
Installation................................................... 3C - 15

Lower Control Arm ........................................ 3C - 18

Lower Control Arm and Associated Parts... 3C - 18
Removal...................................................... 3C - 18
Inspection and Repair................................. 3C - 19
Installation................................................... 3C - 20

Upper Ball Joint ............................................. 3C - 22

Upper Ball Joint and Associated Parts ....... 3C - 22
Removal...................................................... 3C - 22
Inspection and Repair................................. 3C - 23
Installation................................................... 3C - 23

Lower Ball Joint ............................................. 3C - 24

Lower Ball Joint and Associated Parts ....... 3C - 24
Removal...................................................... 3C - 24
Inspection and Repair................................. 3C - 25
Installation................................................... 3C - 25

Main Data and Specifications ........................ 3C - 26
Special Tools ................................................. 3C - 27

Service Precaution

WARNING:  THIS VEHICLE HAS A SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS). REFER TO 

THE SRS

COMPONENT AND  WIRING LOCATION VIEW IN
ORDER TO DETERMINE WHETHER YOU ARE
PERFORMING SERVICE ON OR NEAR THE SRS
COMPONENTS OR  THE SRS WIRING

. WHEN YOU

ARE PERFORMING SERVICE ON OR NEAR THE
SRS COMPONENTS OR THE SRS WIRING, REFER
TO THE SRS  SERVICE INFORMATION. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN POSSIBLE
AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, PERSONAL INJURY, OR
OTHERWISE UNNEEDED SRS SYSTEM REPAIRS.

CAUTION:  Always use the correct fastener in the
proper location. When you replace a fastener, use
ONLY the exact  part number for that application.
ISUZU will call out those fasteners that require a
replacement after removal. ISUZU will also call out
the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread
sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not
use supplemental coatings (Paints, greases,  or
other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or
fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings
adversely affect the fastener  torque and the joint
clamping force, and may damage the fasteners.
When you install fasteners, use the correct
tightening sequence and  specifications. Following
these instructions can help you avoid damage to
parts and systems.

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