Technical Abc Opel Combo C

The "Technical ABC" serves as an appendix and supplement to the New Technical Features and is compiled to provide information for service employees. Its purpose is to describe terms and abbreviations in a brief format.

Whenever possible, references to the original documents are included in the New Technical Features or special publications. The aim is to make it easier for users to find information.

The "Technical ABC" is updated within the framework of the "New Technical Features".

• Corsa-C , arrangement , description of function , conditions for switching on , temperature control , start procedure , safety criteria , block circuit diagram Astra-G with X 20 DTL-engine, from model year 1999 Zafira , arrangement , block circuit diagram Sintra, from model year 1998
• 12 V Power Pack
• 13-pin socket, trailer tow hitch
• ABS (Antilock Braking System)
• AC (Air Condition), see also ECC
• ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control), speed regulator
• Active Head Restraint
• Active Select Steering wheel gear selection in conjunction with MTA transmission
• Additional Brake Light, Example: Vectra-B
• AFL (Adaptive Forward Lighting) , example Astra-H, model year 2004.5
• AHL (Automatic Headlamp Levelling) , example Astra-H, model year 2004.5
• AHS (Auxiliary Heater System)
• Air Conditioning, example Astra-H, model year 2004.5 , arrangement of the components Z 17 DTH , petrol engines , tasks and functions of the components , see also ECC
• Air Quality Sensor, see AQS
• Airbag, see Full-Size-Airbag
• ALC (Automatic Lighting Control)
• ALDL (Assembly Line Diagnostic Link) diagnostic tester connection for TECH 2, see diagnostic tester connection
• All Round View, example Tigra
• APP Sensor(Accelerator pedal positioning sensor) Accelerator pedal positioning sensor. Example: Antara Z 32 SE petrol engine
• AQS (Air Quality Sensor) and
• ARP (Anti Rollover Protection) Rollover protection. ESP function.
• ASC (Automatic Stability Control), see ESP
• ASM (Alarm Siren Module),
• ASR, Anti-Spin Regulation, see TC
• ATWS (Anti Theft Warning System), see DWA
• AU (Exhaust Emission Check), Various implementation specifications for various engines:
• AUS (Audio Systems), audio systems, see Radio
• Auxiliary Heating
• AWD (All Wheel Drive) All wheel drive. Example: Antara
• adjustable camshaft sprockets, example Zafira-B , function , Vectra-C
• Battery
• Battery Isolator Switch, example Movano, model year 2004.5
• BCM (Body Control Module),
• BDU (Body Distribution Unit),
• Belt Fastened Detection, example: Signum ,
• Belt Force-Limiter
• Belt Tensioner / Belt Buckle Tensioner, see mechanical or pyrotechnic belt buckle tensioner
• BIC Connection/interface for auxiliary battery, Vivaro/Movano
• BID (Board Computer Info Display),
• Body Connection Technology Astra-G
• CAN-Bus
• CANdi (CAN-diagnostic interface)
• Car Pass and
• Carphone, see radio equipment from model year 2000 and telephone
• Carphone, see telephone
• CBC (Cornering Brake Control),
• CDC (Clutch Control Module) Clutch control module. Monitors and controls the clutch unit in the all-wheel drive of the Antara
• CDC (Compact Disc Changer),
• CDC (Continuous Damping Control),, example Astra-H, model year 2004.5 , Vectra-C , Zafira-B
• Check-Control-Function, example: Omega-B , fault messages and display priority
• Children's Seats
• CID (Colour Info Display)
• CIM (Column Integration Module) , example Astra-H, model year 2004.5
• CKP sensor Crankshaft position sensor. Example: Antara Z 32 SE petrol engine
• Clock, see digital clock
• Clock, see digital clock
• CMP sensor
• CMP sensor (Camshaft Positioning Sensor) Camshaft sensor. Example: Antara Z 32 SE petrol engine
• CNG (Compressed Natural Gas),
• Codes (program memory codes) in TIS 2000, also code index
• Common Rail , example Astra-H, Z 17 DTL, Z 17 DTH, Z 19 DTH, , Z 19 DT engine with common rail system , CRIP-2-MI
• Competitive Mode Auxiliary function of the Electronic Stability Program in the Opel GT. Activated by switching on and allows full control of the rear wheels with the traction control switched off. ESP control remains activated.
• Contact Unit Example: Vectra-B
• Corrosion Protection Measures in Mass-Production, example Astra-H , example of impact absorber - Corsa-C, Meriva, Vectra-C, Signum
• CRIP-2-MI, precision injector for fuel injection in diesel engines with Common Rail System, , Astra-H
• CRP (Carphone), integrated into the radio unit, see telephone
• Crash Box, protects body sections or components, absorbs impact energy, for example fuel filter, engine X 20 DTL
• Cruise Control, see speed regulator
• Cruise Control, see speed regulator
• CSC (Corner Stability Control),
• CSM (Column Switch Module),
• CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), overview
• DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast, see Infotainment
• DCS (Downhill Control System) Downhill driving aid. Used to limit the speed and maintain a constant velocity when driving down steep hills.
• DDE 2.1 (Digital Diesel Electronics 2.1), Omega-B
• DDM (Driver Door Module)
• DDS (Deflation Detection System), tyre pressure loss monitoring system, Astra-H, model year 2004.5 , Zafira-B
• DIC (Driver Information Centre) Display for the Opel GT
• DID (Dual Info Display),
• DIS Ignition System, using the Motronic M 1.5.4 as an example,
• DIS (Display) Information Display
• Diagnostic Plug, see diagnostic tester connection
• Diagnostic Strategy in the Vectra-C
• Diagnostic Tester Connection diagnostic tester connection for TECH 2, wiring diagram designation: "X13", "XD", "DIAG", "ALDL"
• Diagnostic Tester, see TECH 1 / TECH 2
• Digital Clock , and Corsa-C
• DLC (Diagnostic Link Connector), see TECH 1 / TECH 2
• DOT (Department Of Transport) US Ministry of Transport. DOT 4 directive for brake fluid.
• Door Brake
• DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter System)
• Drop-Down-Function Automatic lowering of windows without frames (Astra Coupe) when opening the door and automatic raising on closing the door.
• DSM (Driver Seat Module)
• DTC (Drag Torque Control)
• DTC Fault code designation for the Antara
• Dual-Ram-System, intake system which can be changed over
• DVD (Digital Versatile Disc)
• DWA (Anti-Theft Warning System)
• E-accelerator introduced in model year 2001
• Easy-Entry-Seat
• Easytronic introduced with Corsa-C
• EBD, Electronic Braking Force Distribution
• ECC (Electronic Climate Control)
• ECM (Engine Control Module),
• ECO Service-Flex
• ECT (Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor) Coolant temperature sensor. Example: Antara
• ECU (Electronic Control Module),
• Economy Parts, specially cut-to-size sheet metal components for economical repairs
• EDC-Control Unit, Frontera, model year 1997, turbo diesel engine VM41B
• EGR Valve (Exhaust gas recirculation valve), example Movano, model year 2004.5
• EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation),
• EHPS (Electro Hydraulic Power Steering)
• EHS (Electrical Heater System)
• EHU (Entertainment Head Unit),, see also radio equipment, telematics system and NAV
• Electric Step
• EMS (Engine Management System),,
• Engine Oil Pressure, idling and operating temperature
• EOBD, European On-Board Diagnosis, parts relevant to exhaust gas are monitored, example Astra-G and Zafira with CNG
• EOL Sensor (Engine Oil level sensor) Engine oil level sensor. Example: Antara Z 32 SE petrol engine
• EOT Sensor (Engine Oil Temperature Sensor) Engine oil temperature sensor. Example: Antara Z 32 SE petrol engine
• EPS (Electronic Power Steering),
• ESCL (Electric Steering Column Lock),, see Open & Start
• ESP-Plus (Electronic Stability Program)
• ESP (Electronic Stability Program) and
• ETC (Electronic Throttle Control),
• EUC (Enhanced Understeering Control)
• EVAP system (Evaporation system) Fuel evaporation system. Example: Antara Z 32 SE petrol engine
• Evaporation System, see air conditioning, example Astra-H, model year 2004.5
• Fault Codes

• Flex Fix System
• Folding Roof
• Follow-me-home function, example Tigra-B
• Fuel Consumption Measurement
• Fuel Pump Pressure
• Full-Size Curtain Airbag introduced in model year 2002
• Full-Size Driver and Passenger Airbag introduced in model year 1993
• Full-Size Side Airbag introduced in model year 1997 and
• FZM (Front Zone Module),, see also UEC
• GCU (Glow Plug Control Unit) Glow plug control unit. Example: Antara Z 20 DMH diesel engine
• GID (Graphic Info Display) Monochrome
• Glass Fibre-Reinforced Structure (attached with adhesive), Speedster
• GMLAN (General Motors Local Area Network)
• GPS (Global Positioning System), satellite-assisted position detection system for locating the vehicle position, see also navigation system
• GSM For the Antara. Integrated in roof antenna. System for global communication
• Hands-Free Telephone Systems, from model year 2001
• HBA (Hill Brake Assist) –prevents brief accidental rolling back by the vehicle when starting on hills - additional function of the ABS/ESP, example Astra-H
• HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assistant) Assists the driver by building up the brake pressure that is required during emergency braking.
• Head Restraint, see Active Head Restraints
• High Pressure Headlight Washing System, example Astra-H, model year 2004.5
• High pressure pump CP1H, fuel injection pump for diesel engines with very high system pressure, example Astra-H,
• HPS (Hydraulic Power Steering) hydraulic power steering, example: Vectra-C, model year 2006
• HSA (Hill Start Assist)
• HSCAN (High Speed Controller Area Network)
• HTC (Hard Top Control)
• HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Condition),
• IAT Sensor (Intake Air Sensor) Intake air temperature sensor. Example: Antara
• IBEC (Instrument Panel Body Electrical Centre), see IPBEC
• IDS (Interactive Driving System), IDS Plus, example Astra-H, model year 2004.5 , sports gear functions (IDS-Plus) , electronic damper control (CDC)
• Idle Current Measurement, Battery Discharge
• Immobiliser, see WFS
• Impact Absorber , example, Astra-H, rear member
• Impact Limiter, example, Astra-H, front member , rear member , estate
• Info Display, example Astra-H, model year 2004.5 , previously also ID, see also BID, DID, TID, MID, GID, CID
• Infotainment, with CAN-bus, example Astra-H, model year 2004.5 , model year 2004 and earlier: see also navigation system, OnStar-System, radio equipment, telephone installation - pre-installed equipment
• Inspection System
• Instrument Assembly, example Vectra-B , and
• Interlock System
• IPBEC (Instrument Panel Body Electrical Centre)
• IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) , example Astra-H, model year 2004.5
• ISS Sensor (Input Shaft Speed Sensor) Speed sensor for input drive shaft in the Antara with AISIN 55-51 LE automatic transmission
• IVLAN (In Vehicle Local Area Network)
• Key-in-Warning
• Lambda
• LCD Display
• Level Control - vehicle height control example: Astra-H-Nivomat , Vectra-C, automatic level control
• LHD (Left Hand Drive),
• Lock Cylinder (free-running lock cylinder) from model year 1996 ,
• Logistic Mode, see transport mode
• LSCAN (Low Speed Controller Area Network)
• MAF Sensor (Mass Air Flow Sensor) Mass air flow sensor. Example: Antara
• MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure),
• Mechanical Belt Tensioner / Belt Buckle Tensioner, Astra-G Classic
• Memory System, convenience system for person-related seat and mirror adjustment
• MID (Multi Info Display)
• MIG-Inert Gas Brazing Process (Metal inert gas welding) , example Astra-H ,
• MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light)
• Mileage Trip, example: Vectra-B
• MKM (Engine Cooling Module)
• Mobile Phone Installation and Pre-installed Equipment, see telephone installation, pre-installed equipment
• Mobile Phone, see Infotainment/radio equipment/telephone installation - pre-installed equipment
• MP3, audio compression procedure and data format. Playback of MP3 music CDs is only possible if the CD player is designed for this. Example of equipment: CD30 MP3
• MSCAN (Mid Speed Controller Area Network)
• MTA-Transmission Manual Transmission Automatically Shift, see also Easytronic transmission, example Astra-H, model year 2004.5 , steering wheel gear change, Active Select and
• MULTEC Mixture Preparation System, with automatic transmission
• MULTEC with DIS
• Muffin-Tin Design, see also Ped-Pro, engine cover Zafira-B
• Multi-Stage Airbag
• Multitimer
• NAV (navigation system)
• NHU (Navigation Head Unit), navigation unit see navigation system
• NTC Sensor (Negative Temperature Coefficient Sensor) Sensor for determining the negative temperature coefficient (constant factor of a variable). Clutch unit constituent in the all-wheel drive of the Antara
• OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) , and
• On-Board Computer Function, example Omega-B
• OnStar-System
• OPC (Opel Performance Center), www.opel-performance.de
• Opel-Fix Child Seat Types
• Opel Homepage, www.opel.com, see also national homepages
• Opel Service System, from model year 2000.5
• Open & start, example Zafira-B
• OSRVM (Out Side Rear View Mirror),
• OSS Sensor (Output Shaft Speed Sensor) Speed sensor for output drive shaft of the Antara with AISIN 55-51 LE automatic transmission
• OSV (Opel Special Vehicles), www.opel-osv.de
• PAM (Park Assist Module),
• PAS (Parking Assist System) , see parking aid, example Astra-H, model year 2004.5 , Zafira-B
• Panoramic roof, example Zafira-B
• Panoramic windscreen, example Astra-H
• Parking Assistance
• Parkpilot, see parking assistance
• Passive Safety, example Astra-H
• PCV Valve(Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve) Crankcase ventilation valve. Example: Antara Z 20 DMH diesel engine
• PDA (Port Deactivation),
• PDM (Passenger Door Module)
• Ped-Pro (Pedestrian Protection), example Zafira-B
• PHS (Parking Heater System)
• Pollen Filter
• Positive Distribution
• Power-Sounder (special alarm sirens for Vauxhall vehicles)
• Power Mode Master (PMM) function. Control unit supply mode function. Links the many different functions and information of various control units. Monitored and controlled by the BCM. Example: Antara
• PRS (Pedal Release System), example Tigra-B, self-decoupling pedals
• Programming and Code Entries after disconnecting the battery
• Protection From Jamming
• PSOC (Passenger Seat Occupant Classification),
• PTU (Power Take-Off Unit) Power take-off gear. Example: Antara
• PWM (Pulse Width Modulation),
• Pyrotechnic Belt Buckle Tensioner, assembly plan
• Pyrotechnic Belt Tensioner, Agila
• QR-Code, injector CRIP-2-MI
• RAP (Retained Accessory Power) Spare accessory power. Used to maintain various functions in the vehicle after the ignition has been switched off. Example: Antara
• Radio Equipment From Model Year 2004.5 Onwards, see Infotainment
• Radio Equipment from Model Year 1996 Onwards
• Radio Equipment from Model Year 2000 Onwards
• Radio Equipment ,
• Radio remote control and central locking receiver, introduced in model year 1995 and
• Rain Sensor, example: Astra-G Sport
• RDM (Rear Drive Module) Rear drive module. Component for distributing the drive power to the rear wheels in the Antara
• REC (Rear Electrical Centre) , example Astra-H, model year 2004.5
• Recirculating Air, example: Omega-B
• Repairs to Plastic, see Service Video VT 37
• Restraint System
• RFA (Remote Function Actuation) Receiver unit for the central locking system radio remote control in the Antara
• RHD (Right Hand Drive),
• Roof railing
• Roof Spoiler, Electric, example: Tigra , overview , adjustment work , emergency operation
• RSA (Rear Seat Audio),
• RSM (Rain Sensor Module),
• Run Flat Tyre - tyres with emergency running properties, example Astra-H
• RZM (Rear Zone Module),, see also REC
• SAC (Semi-automatic Climate Control), example: Vectra-C, Model year 2006
• SAC (self adjusting clutch),
• SADS (Semi Active Damping System), see CDC
• Safety Data Sheets, http://www.ifz-berlin.de/start_GM.htm
• Safety Regulations TIS - Service Information - Service Instructions - select vehicle (e.g. Vectra-C), select all the modules on the left, select hazard warnings, safety regulations on the right
• SBE Seat Occupancy Detection
• SDM (Sensing & Diagnostic Module), example Astra-H , block circuit diagram
• Seat Belts
• Seat Heating
• Secondary Air Blower, fresh air flowing into the exhaust system for secondary combustion of the exhaust gases
• Security Code , security code, see WFS with Transponder
• Selector Lever Position Switch
• Servotronic speed-dependent power-steering
• SIMTEC 56 Mixture Preparation System, Modifications
• Skyhook Principle
• SLM (Shift Lever Module)
• SLS (Straight-Line Stability Control),
• Sliding Door System, Electric, introduced in model year 1998
• Sliding Sun-Roof
• SOR (Seat Occupancy Recognition) English designation for seat occupancy recognition. See also SBE (Seat occupancy recognition) and Opel GT
• Spare Wheel, Zafira
• Speed Regulator (mechanical or electronic)
• Sport Mode, sport mode
• Spray-on PVC stone chip protection
• SRM (Sun Roof Module)
• SSPS (Speed Sensitive Power Steering) Speed-dependent power steering for the Antara
• Stabiliser
• Steering wheel gear selection, steering wheel gear selection in conjunction with MTA-transmission
• Structural wheel, steel wheel with spoke design, example: Astra-H, Zafira-B, Vectra-C/Signum, model year 2006
• Sun Sensor, see ECC
• Sunblind, example electrically activated sliding glass sun-roof, Astra-H
• SVM (Special Vehicle Module),
• SWCAN (Single Wire CAN),
• Tachograph, example Movano, model year 2004.5
• Tachometer, Electronic example: Astra-F
• Tank Venting System
• TC-Plus, traction control
• TC (Traction Control)
• TCM (Transmission Control Module)
• TCS (Traction Control System),
• TECH 1 Diagnostic Tester
• TECH 2 Diagnostic Tester . introduction , brief description , systems testable from model year , with OBD function
• TECH 31 / 32 hand-held oscilloscope ,
• Tecshift Name of the MTA transmission for the Vivaro and the Movano
• Telematics
• Telephone Installation - Pre-Installed Equipment
• Telephone Mute , automatic muting of other audio sources during telephone calls
• Temperature Sensor - Water
• TFT Sensor (Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor) Transmission fluid temperature sensor. Example: Antara with AISIN 55-51 LE automatic transmission
• Thorax-Airbag, see full-size side airbag
• TID (Triple Info Display) ,
• TMS (Telematics System)
• TP Sensor (Throttle Valve Positioning Sensor) Throttle valve position sensor
• TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) , example Astra-H, model year 2004.5
• TR Sensor (Traction Range Sensor) Driving gear sensor. Example: Antara with AISIN 55 - 51 LE automatic transmission
• Trailer Tow Hitch
• Transmission ID Marking search path: TIS - Service - Information - New Technical Features - Model Year - Motor Values - Transmission
• Transport Mode
• Travel Assistant
• TSA see TSP (Trailer Stability Program)
• TSP (Trailer Stability Program) –, reduces the danger of a trailer going out of control via targeted, automatic braking of individual wheels - additional function of the ABS/ESP, example Astra-H
• Twin Audio, see Infotainment
• Twinport
• TXV, Thermostatically Controlled Expansion Valve, see air conditioning, example Astra-H, model year 2004.5
• Type Plate, see vehicle type plate
• Tyre Repair Kit / Tyre-Filling Spray
• UART (Universal Asynchronous Receive Transmit) bi-directional serial databus
• UAS (Ultrasonic Alarm System),
• UCL (Understeering Control Logic) –, reduces understeering by the vehicle on bends - additional function of the ABS/ESP, example Astra-H
• UEC (Underhood Electrial Centre) , example Astra-H, model year 2004.5
• UHP (Universal Handsfree Phone), example Zafira-B
• UID (User Identification Device), see Open & Start
• Vauxhall Homepage, www.vauxhall.com, see also national homepages
• Vehicle Personalisation, Astra-H
• Vehicle Type Plate, self-adhesive vehicle type plate from model year 1997
• VIN (Vehicle Identifikation Number) –, example Astra-H
• VNT Turbolader (Variable Nozzle Turbines) –, example Astra-H , Vectra-C
• VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor) Driving speed sensor. Example: Antara
• WFS (Immobiliser) principle: interruption of electrical circuit
• WFS (Immobiliser) principle: second generation transponder technology
• WFS (immobiliser) principle: first generation Transponder technology
• Windscreen Repair
• Windscreen Wipers
• Winter programme
• Wiring Harness Repair, KTA-1950/2
• XBCM(Body Control Module - Export)Anti-theft alarm unit control unit for the Antara
• Xenon Main Headlight general
• YRS (Yaw Rate Sensor),
• ZV (central door locking), see also radio remote control