1998 ISUZU TROOPER height

00 – 6 SERVICE INFORMATION
Problem Possible Cause Correction
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT.)
Wandering or Poor
Steering Stability
Erratic Steering When
Bracking
Low or Uneven Trim
Height
Suspension Bottoms
Body Leans
Cupped Tires1. Mismatched or unevenly worn tires.
2. Loose steering linkage ball joints.
3. Faulty shock absorbers.
4. Loose stabilizer bar.
5. Broken or sagging springs.
6. Steering gear misadjustment.
7. Improper wheel alignment.
1. Worn wheel bearings.
2. Broken or sagging springs.
3. Leaking caliper.
4. Warped discs.
5. Badly worn brake pads.
6. Tires are inflated unequally.
1. Broken or sagging springs.
2. Vehicle overloaded.
3. Incorrect springs.
1. Vehicle overloaded.
2. Faulty shock absorber.
3. Incorrect, broken or sagging springs.
1. Loose stabilizer bar.
2. Faulty shock absorbers, struts or
mounting.
3. Broken or sagging springs.
4. Vehicle overloaded.
1. Worn wheel bearings.
2. Excessive tire or wheel runout.
3. Worn ball joints.
4. Tire out of balance.Replace tire or inflate tires to
proper pressure.
Replace ball joints.
Replace shock absorber.
Tighten or replace stabilizer bar
or bushings.
Replace spring (pairs).
Check or adjust steering gear.
Adjust wheel alignment.
Replace wheel bearings.
Replace spring (pairs).
Repair or replace caliper.
Replace brake disc.
Replace brake pads.
Inflate tires to proper pressure.
Replace springs (In pairs)
Reduce load.
Adjust or replace torsion bar.
Reduce load.
Replace shock absorber.
Replace springs.
Tighten stabilizer bar bolts or
replace bushings.
Replace shock absorber.
Replace springs (In pairs)
Reduce load.
Replace wheel bearings.
Replace tire or wheel.
Replace ball joints.
Adjust tire balance.

FRONT END ALIGNMENT 2A – 1
SECTION 2A
FRONT END ALIGNMENT
CONTENTS
PAGE
General Description .......................................................................................................... 2A – 2
Definition of Terms ....................................................................................................... 2A – 2
On-Vehicle Service............................................................................................................ 2A – 3
Inspection ..................................................................................................................... 2A – 3
Trim Height Adjustment .............................................................................................. 2A – 3
Caster Adjustment ....................................................................................................... 2A – 4
Camber Adjustment ..................................................................................................... 2A – 4
Toe-in Adjustment ........................................................................................................ 2A – 5
Maximum Steering Angle Adjustment ...................................................................... 2A – 5

INSPECTION
Before making any adjustments affecting caster, camber
or toe-in, the following front end inspection should be
made.
INSPECT
1. Tires for proper inflation pressure. Refer to “Wheels
and Tires” in section 3E.
2. Front wheel bearings for proper adjustment. Refer to
“Front Wheel Drive” in section 4C.
3. Ball joints, tie rod ends and relay rods. If excessive
looseness is noted, correct before adjusting. Refer to
“Steering Linkage” in section 2A.
4. Wheel and tires for run-out. Refer to “Wheels and
Tires”in section 3E.
5. Trim height. If not within specifications, the
correction must be made before adjusting caster.
6. Steering gear for looseness at the frame.
7. Shock absorbers for leaks or any noticeable noise.
Refer to “Front Suspension” in section 3C.
8. Control arms or stabilizer bar attachment for
looseness. Refer to “Front Suspension“ in section 3C.
9. Alignment equipment. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.
10. Level of the vehicle. The vehicle must be on a level
surface.
TRIM HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the trim height by means of the adjusting bolt on
the height control arms.
CAUTION:
When adjusting front end alignment, be sure to begin
with trim height as trim height adjustment may change
other adjusted alignments.
1. Check and adjust the tire inflation pressures.
2. Park the vehicle on a level ground and move the front
of the vehicle up and down several times to settle the
suspension.
3. Make necessary adjustment with the adjusting bolt
on the height control arms.
Trim Height(Z) mm(in)
139 ± 5 (5.47 ± 0.2)FRONT END ALIGNMENT 2A – 3
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

3C – 2 FRONT SUSPENSION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The front suspension is designed to allow each
wheel to compensate for changes in the road
surface level without greatly affecting the opposite
wheel. Each wheel is independently connected to
the frame by a steering knuckle, ball joint
assemblies, and upper and lower control arms.
The front wheels are held in proper relationship to
each other by two outer track rods which are
connected to steering arms on the knuckles and to
a center track rod.
All models have a front suspension system
consisting of control arms, stabilizer bar, shock
absorber and a torsion bar. The front end of the
torsion bar is attached to the lower control arm.
The rear of the torsion bar is mounted into a height
control arm at the crossmember. Vehicle trim
height is controlled by adjusting this arm.
Shock absorbers are mounted between the
brackets on the frame and the lower control arms.The lower portion of each shock absorber is
attached to the lower control arm by a bolt and nut.
The upper portion of each shock absorber extends
through a frame bracket and is secured with two
rubber bushings, three retainers and a nut.
Ball joint assemblies are bolted to the outer end of
the upper and lower control arm and are attached
to the steering knuckle by nuts and cotter pins.
The inner ends of the upper control arm have
pressed in bushings. Bolts passing through the
bushing, attach the control arm to the frame. The
inner ends of the lower control arm are attached to
the frame by bolts passing through the bushings,
which are pressed in the frame.
Side roll of the front suspension is controlled by a
spring steel stabilizer bar. It is mounted in rubber
bushings, which are held to the crossmember by
brackets. The ends of the stabilizer are connected
to the lower control arms by link bolts isolated by
rubber bushings.

FRONT SUSPENSION 3C – 7
TORSION BAR
Removal Steps
1. Adjust bolt, end piece and seat
2. Height control arm
3. Torsion bar
Installation Steps
3. Torsion bar
2. Height control arm
1. Adjust bolt, end piece and seat
REMOVAL
Preparation:
Raise the vehicle and support the frame with suitable
safety stands.
1. Adjust Bolt, End Piece and Seat
Apply the setting marks to the adjust bolt and end
piece.

3C – 8 FRONT SUSPENSION
2. Height Control Arm
Apply the setting marks to the height control arm and
torsion bar.
3. Torsion Bar
Apply the setting marks to the torsion bar and lower
control arm.
INSPECTION AND REPAIR
Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear,
damage, corrosion or any other abnormal condition are
found through inspection.
Check the following parts:
•Torsion bar
•Height control arm
•Adjust bolt
•Rubber seat
INSTALLATION
3. Torsion Bar
Make sure the bars are on their correct respective
sides.
Apply grease to the serrated portions.

FRONT SUSPENSION 3C – 9
Align the setting marks.
2. Height Control Arm
Apply grease to the portion that fits into the bracket.
Align the setting marks.
Apply grease to the bolt portion of the end piece.
Apply grease to the portion of the seat that fits into
the bracket.
Apply grease to the serrated portions.
1. Adjust Bolt and Seat
Turn ther adjust bolt to the setting mark applied
during disassembly.
NOTE:
Adjust the trim height. Refer to “Front End Alignment” in
section 3A.

FRONT SUSPENSION 3C – 11
REMOVAL
Preparation:
1) Raise the vehicle and support the frame with suitable
safety stands.
2) Remove wheel and tire assembly. Refer to “Wheels
and Tires” in section 3E.
3) Remove the brake caliper. Refer to “Brakes” in section
5.
4) Remove the hub assembly. Refer to “Hub and Disk” in
section 4C.
5) Remove outer track rod from the knuckle. Refer to
“Steering Linkage” in section 2A.
1. Torsion Bar
Loosen torsion bar by height control arm adjust bolt.
Refer to “Torsion bar” in this section.
2. Wheel speed sensor (if equipped with ABS)
3. Back Plate
4. Lower Ball Joint
Remover: 5-8840-2005-0 (J-29107)
CAUTION:
Be careful not to break the ball joint boot.
5. Upper Ball Joint
Remover: 5-8840-2121-0 (J-36831)
CAUTION:
Be careful not to break the ball joint boot.
6. Knuckle Assembly
7. Oil Seal
8. Washer
9. Needle Bearing
Remover: 5-8840-0019-0 (J-23907)