Opel Frontera UE. Manual - part 244

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Inspection Procedure

1. Inspect the electrical connector for signs of corrosion

or warping. Replace the VSS if the electrical
connector is corroded or warped.

2. Inspect the VSS driven gear for chips, breaks, or worn

condition. Replace the VSS if the driven gear is
chipped, broken or worn.

3. Inspect the O–ring for wear, nicks, tears, or

looseness. Replace the O–ring if necessary.

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Installation Procedure

1. Install the VSS in the transmission case with the

notch for the connector facing the rear.

2. Secure the VSS with mounting bolt. Tighten the bolt to

16 Nm (12 lb ft).

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3. Connect electrical connector to the VSS.
4. Check the transmission oil level. Add oil if necessary.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.

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Air Filter

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect electrical connector at the IAT sensor.
2. Release the four latches securing the lid to the air

cleaner housing.

3. Remove the air cleaner lid.

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4. Remove the air filter element.

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Installation Procedure

1. Install the air filter element in the air cleaner housing.

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2. Install the air cleaner lids.
3. Secure the three latches, holding the lid on the air

cleaner housing.

4. Connect the electrical connector to the IAT sensor.

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Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

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2. Disconnect the IAC electrical connector.
3. Remove the two screws and IAC valve from the

throttle body.

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NOTE: Do not clean the IAC valve by soaking it in
solvent. The valve will be damaged as a result.

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Cleaning and Inspection Procedure

D

Clean the IAC valve O–ring sealing surface, pintle
valve seat and air passage.

D

Use carburetor cleaner and a parts cleaning brush to
remove carbon deposit. Do not use a cleaner that
contain methyl ethyl ketone. This is an extremely
strong solvent and not necessary for this type of
deposit.

D

Shiny spots on the pintle are normal and do not
indicate misalignment or a bent pintle shaft.

D

Inspect the IAC valve O–ring for cuts, cracks or
distortion. Replace the O–ring if damaged.

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Measurement Procedure

D

In order to install a new IAC valve, measure the
distance between the tip of the pintle and the
mounting flange. If that measurement is 28 mm or
less, the valve need no adjustment. If the
measurement is greater than 28 mm, apply finger
pressure and retract the valve. The force required to
retract the pintle on a new valve will not damage the
valve, shaft or pintle.

NOTE: Do not push or pull on the IAC valve pintle on IAC
valve that have been in service. The force required to
move the pintle may damage it.

IMPORTANT:

Use an identical replacement part in

order to replace a valve. IAC valve pintle shape and
diameter are designed for the specific application.

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Installation Procedure

1. Install IAC valve on the throttle valve body with the

two screws. Tighten the screw to 1 Nm ( 9 lb in).

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2. Connect electrical connector to IAC valve.
3. Connect the negative battery cable.

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Intake Air Duct

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect electrical connector at IAT sensor.
3. Remove the IAT sensor if necessary. Refer to Intake

Air Temperature Sensor Removal. 

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4. Loosen retaining clamps at the throttle body and at

the air filter box.

5. Disconnect brake booster vacuum hose at intake

manifold and at brake booster.

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6. Remove retaining nut at the intake air duct bracket at

top of valve cover.

7. Disconnect the intake air duct from the throttle body

and at the air filter box.

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