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4 INTRODUCTION AND MASTER TROUBLESHOOTING -Vehicle Identification
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER LOCATIONm..
The vehicle identification number (V.I.N.) is located on a plate
attached to the left top side of the instrument panel. --
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION CODE CHART PLATE
All vehicle identification numbers contain 17 digits. The ve!h%
number is a code which tells country, make, vehicle type, etc.
I-
--
-
-.
6th
digit
Price
class
4-
High
5-
Pre-
mium
T
-
t
7th
digit 8th
digit 9th / 10th 11th 12th thru
digit digit digit 17th digit 3rd
digit
Vehicle
type
4
Multi-
purpose
vehicle
(MW
7-
Truck Body 1 Engine 1 zi$c” / Efe’ Plant Serial
number
J- 000001
I--
Nagoya to
-3 999999
3- cu.in.1 3
3-door S-
metal- 3.0liters
topor (181.4
van cuin.)
9 Ibs. and
with
hydraulic
brakes
G-
5001-
6000
Ibs. and
with
hydraulic
brakes
1
X
! 1 -
NOTE
““Check digit” means a single number or letter)( used to verify the accuracy of transcription of vehicle identification
number.
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12 INTRODUCTION AND MASTER TROUBLESHOOTING - Precautions Before Service
Nominal
size
0.3 mm2
0.5 mm2
0.85 mm*
1.25 mm2
2.0 mm*
3.0 mm2
5.0 mm2 Permissible current
SAE
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Other
areas
2. If additional optional equipment is to be installed in the
vehicle, follow the procedure listed in the appropriate
instruction manual; however, be sure to pay careful
attention to the following points:
(1) In order to avoid overloading the wiring, take the
electrical current load of the optional equipment into
consideration, and determine the appropriate wire size.
(2) Where possible, route the wiring through the existing
harnesses.
(3) If an ammeter or similar instrument is to be connected
to a live-wire circuit, use tape to protect the wire, use a
clamp to secure the wire, and make sure that there is
no contactwith any other parts.
(4) Be sure to provide a fuse for the load circuit of the
optional equipment.
TUBES AND OTHER RUBBER PARTS
Be careful to avoid spilling any gasoline, oil, etc., or rubber
parts, they might be adversely affected.
LUBRICANTS
In accordance with the instructions in this Service Manual,
apply the specified lubricants in the specified locations during
assembly and installation.
BRAKE FLUID
Be careful to avoid spilling any brake fluid on painted
surfaces, because the paint coat might be discolored or
damaged.

16 Treatment Before I INTRODUCTION AND MASTERTROUBLESHOOTING - AftertheFordingofaStream
INSPECTION AND SERVICE AFTER FORDING A
STREAM
After fording a stream, check the following points. If abnormal
condition is evident, clean, replace or lubricate.
= Check for water. mud. sand. etc. in the rear brake drum.
clutch housing, &tarte; mot&, brake pipe and fuel pipe:
Check for water in the fluid or oil inside the front
differential. rear differential, transmission and transfer
case.
Apply grease to the lubricating points of the front suspen-
sion, steering linkage and propeller shaft.
Check all boots and breather hoses for cracks and
damage.
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INTRODUCTION AND MASTER TROUBLESHOOTING - Towing and Hoisting 17
TOWING AND HOISTING
This vehicle can only be towed from the front with convention-
al sling-type equipment and tow chain with grab hooks.
If a vehicle is towed from the rear, use a tow dolly.
A lumber spacer (4” x 4” x 55” wood beam) should be placed
forward of under guard and under towing hook/shipping tie
down hook.
Then, attach J-hook to the lower arm.
A safety chain system must be used. This system must be
completely independent. of the primary lifting and towing
attachment. Care must be taken in the installation of safety
chains to insure they do not cause damage to bumper, painted
surfaces or lights.
LIFTING-GROUND CLEARANCE
Towed vehicle should be raised until wheels are a minimum of
10 cm (4 in.) from the ground. Be sure there is adequate
ground clearance at the opposite end of the vehicle, especially
when towing over rough terrain or when crossing sharp rises
such as curbs. If necessary, ground clearance can be in-
creased by removing the wheels from the lifted end of the
disabled vehicle and carrying the lifted end closer to the
ground. A 20 cm (8 in.) ground clearance must be maintained
between brake drums and ground.
FRONT TOWING PICKUP
The vehicle may be towed on its rear wheels for extended
distances, provided the parking brake is released.
Make cartain the transmission remains in “NEUTRAL”.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions should be taken when towing the
vehicle.
1. Remove exhaust tips and any other optional equipment,
that interface with the towing sling. Padding (heavy shop
towel or carpeting) should be placed between the towing
sling cross bar and any painted surfaces, and bumper
surfaces.
2. A safety chain system completely independent of the
primary lifting and towing attachment must be used.
3. Any loose or protruding parts of damaged vehicle such as
hoods, doors, fenders, trim, etc., should be secured prior
to moving the vehicle.
4. Operator should refrain from going under a vehicle unless
the vehicle is adequately supported by safety stands.
5.
Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle.
6. State and local rules and regulations must be followed
when towing a vehicle.
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INTRODUCTION AND MASTERTROUBLESHOOTING - GeneralDataandSpecmcations 21
L042G L141G
TNSL FM TNJL F/H
TRJL F/H TRUL F/H
Engine
Model No. G54B 6672 6672 6672
Type In-line OHC V-type, OHC V-type, OHC
V-type, OHC
Number of cylinders 4 6 6 6
Bore 91.1 mm(3.59in.j 91.1 mm(3.59in.j 91.1 mm(3.59in.) 91.1 mm(3.59in.
Stroke 98.0 mm (3.86 in.) 76.0 mm (2.99 in.) 76.0 mm (2.99 in.) 76.0 mm (2.99 in.
Piston displacement 2,555 cm3 2,972 cm3 2,972 cm3 2,972 cm3
(155.9 cuin.) (181.4cu.in.) (181.4cu.in.) (181.4 cuin.)
Compression ratio 8.7 8.9 8.9 8.9
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-2-3-4-5-6 I -2-345-5 1-2-3-4.5-8
Basic ignition timing 7”BTDC 22” 5”BTDC 22” 5”BTDC i 2” 5”BTDC +-2”
Transmission &transfer case
Model No. KM145 V5MTl KM148 KM148
Type S-speed manual 5-speed manual &peed automatic &peed automatic
Gear ratio
Transmission 1st 3.967 3.918 2.826 2.826
2nd 2.136 2.261 1.493 1.493
3rd 1.360 1.395 1 .ooo 1.000
4th 1 .ooo 1.000 0.688 0.688
5th 0.856 0.829 -
Reverse 3.587 3.925 2.703 2.703
Transfer case High 1 .ooo 1 .ooo 1 .ooo 1 .ooo
Low 1.944 1.925 1.925 1.925
Final ring ratio gear 4.625 4.625 4.625 4.625
Clutch
Type Dry single disc & Dry single disc & -
diaphragm spring diaphragm spring
Chassis
Tire size
Front suspension
Type
Rear suspension
Type
Brakes
Type Front
Rear P225ff 5Rl5 P235ff5Rl5
independent Independent double-wishbone
double-wishbone
Rigid axle Rigid axle
Disc Disc
Drum Drum (Leading and trailing)
(Leading and trailing)
Power steering
Gear type
Gear ratio
Fuel tank capacity Integral type Integral type (Recirculating ball nut)
(Recirculating ball nut)
16.4 16.4
liters (gals.) 60 (15.9) 75 (19.8)
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Transmission &transfer case
Model No.
Type
Gear ratio
Transmission 1 St
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
Reverse
Transfer case High
Low
Final ring gear ratio
Elutch
Type
Chassis
Tire size
Front suspension
Type
Rear suspension
Type
Brakes
Type Front
Rear
Power steering
Gear type
Gear ratio
Fuel tank capacity liter (gal.) VMNJL F/H VMRJL F/H WMRUL F/H
EMT1 KM148 KM148
5-speed manual 4-speed automatic 4-speed automatic
3.918
2261
1.395
1.000
0.829
3.925
1.000
1.925
4.625 2.826 2.826
1.493 1.493
1 .ooo 1 .ooo
0.688 0.688
2.703
1 .ooo
1.925
4.625 -
2.703
1 .ooo
-1.925
4.625
Dry single disc &
diaphragm spring
P235ff 5 R 15 L146G
7
Independent doublewishbone
Rigid axle
Disc
Drum (Leading and trailing)
Integral type (Recirculating ball nut)
16.4
92 (24.3)
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INTRODUCTION AND MASTER TROUBLESHOOTING - Master Troubleshooting 27
POOR FUEL MILEAGE
Symptom Probable cause Reference
page or remedy
Poor fuel mileage Fuel leak Repair as
necessary
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1 Air cleaner clogged
1 Ignition problems 1 11-3.10 1
1 8-147to 149 1
Carburetor or fuel injection system problems 1434.90
I
Compression too low
1 g-II.65 1
Tires improperly inflated 1 22-2
I
Clutch slips
16-4 I
Brakes drag 1 5-13 I
NOISE
Probable cause Reference
page or remedy
Noise Loose bolts and nuts Retighten as
necessary
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1 Enaine noise
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HARD STEERING
Symptom
Hard steering Probable cause
Loose power steering oil pump belt
Low fluid level
Air in power steering system
Low tire pressure
Excessive turning resistance of upper or lower ball joint
Excessivelytight linkage ball joint
Improperfrontwheel alignment
Excessive turning resistance of tie-rod ball joint
No lubricantion of tie-rod
Sticky flow control valve
No lubrication of idler arm Reference
page or remedy
19-10
19-11
19-11
22-2
2-27
1937
2-13
19-38 ’
Lubricate
19-33
19-39
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