1998 OPEL FRONTERA Front differential

4C–33 DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
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Reassembly
1. Install the new oil seal which has been immersed in
differential gear oil, by using an oil seal installer
5–8840–2407–0 and grip 5–8840–0007–0.
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2. Force a new needle bearing into inner shaft by using a
installer 5–8840–2408–0 and grip 5–8840–0007–0.
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3. Place a new snap ring(internal) in inner shaft.
Force a new inner shaft bearing into the inner shaft by
using a installer 5–8840–2197–0 and press.
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4. Install snap ring(external).
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the inner shaft.
5. Clean the housing contact surface of the front axle
case and insert inner shaft assembly into the front
axle case.

4C–34
DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
NOTE: Be careful not to damage seal.
6. Install snap ring (internal) in the groove of front axle
case.
NOTE: Be sure to install the snap ring properly.
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7. Apply differential gear oil to clutch gear, then install
clutch gear.
8. Apply differential gear oil to sleeve, then install
sleeve.
9. Clean contact surface with the front axle and actuator
mounting surface. Apply liquid gasket to the contact
surface on the front axle case, then install in the
housing.
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10. Tighten bolts to specified torque.
Torque: 116Nꞏm (11.8 kgꞏm/85 lb ft)11. Clean the actuator contact surface with the housing
then Install and tighten shift position switch to
specified torque.
Torque: 39Nꞏm (4.0 kgꞏm/29 lb ft)
12. Apply liquid gasket to the contact surface on the
actuator side.
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13. Align shift arm with the groove of sleeve and install the
actuator.
14. Tighten bolts to specified torque.
Torque: 13Nꞏm (1.3 kgꞏm/113 lb in)
15. Install front axle drive shaft and mounting bracket.
Tighten fitting bolts to specified torque.
Torque: 116Nꞏm (11.8 kgꞏm/85 lb ft)
16. Pour specified amount of differential gear oil to filler
plug.
Front Differential
Oil Capacity: 1.4lit (1.23 Imp qt/1.48 US qt)
Actuator Housing
Oil Capacity: 0.12lit (0.10 Imp qt/0.13 US qt)
17. Install filler plug through gasket and tighten to
specified torque.
To r q u e : 7 8 N ꞏm ( 5 8 l b f t )

4C–35 DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
Main Data and Specifications
General Specifications
Front drive axle oil capacity1.4 liter (1.23 Imp qt/1.48 US qt)(Differential)
0.12 liter (0.10 Imp qt/0.13 US qt)(Actuator Housing:Shift on the fly)
Type of lubricantGL–5 (Multi grade type) Refer to chart in General Information
Axle shaft typeConstant velocity joint(Birfield joint type and double offset joint)
Torque Specifications
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THIS MALUAL INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS:
SECTION No. CONTRNTS
4A1 DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
4A2A DIFFERENTIAL (Rear 220mm)
4A2B DIFFERENTIAL (REAR 244mm)
4B1 DRIVELINE CONTROL SYSTEM (SHIFT ON
THE FLY)
4B2 DRIVELINE CONTROL SYSTEM (TOD)
4C DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
4D1 TRANSFER CASE (STANDARD TYPE)
4D2 TRANSFER CASE (TOD)
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4A1
4A2A
4A2B
4B1
4B2
4C
4D1
4D2

4A1–1 DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
DRIVELINE/AXLE
CONTENTS
Differential (Front) 4A1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Differential (Rear/220mm) 4A2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Differential (Rear/244mm) 4A2B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driveline Control System (Shift on the Fly) 4B1. . Driveline Control System (TOD) 4B2. . . . . . . . . . .
Driveshaft System 4C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Case (Standard Type) 4D1. . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Case (TOD) 4D2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
CONTENTS
Service Precaution 4A1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Drive Axle 4A1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnosis 4A1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pinion Shaft Oil Seal 4A1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pinion Shaft Oil Seal and Associated Parts 4A1–3
Removal 4A1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 4A1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 4A1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Drive Axle Assembly 4A1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Drive Axle Assembly and
Associated Parts 4A1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 4A1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installation 4A1–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Differential Assembly 4A1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembled View 4A1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 4A1–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 4A1–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Differential Cage Assembly 4A1–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembled View 4A1–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 4A1–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 4A1–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 4A1–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 4A1–25. . . . . . . . . . .
Special Tools 4A1–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Precaution
WARNING: IF SO EQUIPPED WITH 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 REFORMING 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 fastener. When
you install fasteners, use the correct tightening
sequence and specification. Following these
instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and
systems.

DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT) 4A1–2
Front Drive Axle
Diagnosis
ConditionPossible causeCorrection
Oil Leak At Front AxleWorn or defective oil seal.Replace the oil seal.
Front axle housing cracked.Repair or replace.
Oil Leak At Pinion ShaftToo much gear oil.Correct the oil level.
Oil seal worn or defective.Replace the oil seal.
Pinion flange loose or damaged.Tighten or replace.
Noises In Front Axle Drive Shaft
JointBroken or worn drive shaft joints and
bellows (BJ and DOJ).Replace the drive shaft joints and
bellows.
“Clank” When Accelerating From
“Coast”Loose drive shaft joint to output shaft
bolts.Tighten.
Damaged inner drive shaft joint.Replace.
Shudder or Vibration During
Acceleration
Excessive drive shaft joint angle.Repair.
AccelerationWorn or damaged drive shaft joints.Replace.
Sticking spider assembly (inner drive
shaft joint).Lubricate or replace.
Sticking joint assembly (outer drive
shaft joint).Lubricate or replace.
Vibration At Highway SpeedsOut of balance or out of round tires.Balance or replace.
Front end out of alignment.Align.
Noises in Front AxleInsufficient gear oil.Replenish the gear oil.
Wrong or poor grade gear oil.Replace the gear oil.
Drive pinion to ring gear backlash
incorrect.Adjust the backlash.
Worn or chipped ring gear, pinion
gear or side gear.Replace the ring gear, pinion gear or
side gear.
Pinion shaft bearing worn.Replace the pinion shaft bearing.
Wheel bearing worn.Replace the wheel bearing.
Differential bearing loose or worn.Tighten or replace.
Wanders and PullsWheel bearing preload too tight.Adjust the wheel bearing preload.
Incorrect front alignment.Adjust the front alignment.
Steering linkage loose or worn.Tighten or replace.
Steering gear out of adjustment.Adjust or replace the steering gear.
Tire worn or improperly inflated.Adjust the inflation or replace.
Front or rear suspension parts loose
or broken.Tighten or replace.
Front Wheel ShimmyWheel bearing worn or improperly
adjusted.Adjust or replace.
Incorrect front alignment.Adjust the front alignment.
Worn ball joint or bush.Replace the ball joint or bush.
Steering linkage loose or worn.Tighten or replace.
Steering gear out of adjustment.Tighten or replace.
Tire worn or improperly inflated.Replace or adjust the inflation.
Shock absorber worn.Replace the shock absorber.

4A1–3 DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
Pinion Shaft Oil Seal
Pinion Shaft Oil Seal and Associated Parts
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Legend
(1) Flange Nut
(2) Flange(3) Oil Seal
(4) Outer Bearing
(5) Collapsible Spacer
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle and support it at the frame.
The hoist must remain under the front axle housing.
2. Drain the front axle oil by loosening the drain plug(1).
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DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT) 4A1–4
3. Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to Front
Propeller Shaft in this section.
4. Remove flange nut by using pinion flange holder
5–8840–2157–0.
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5. Remove flange.
6. Remove oil seal.
7. Remove outer bearing by using remover
5–8840–2323–0.
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8. Remove collapsible spacer.
Inspection and Repair
Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear,
damage, corrosion or any other abnormal conditions are
found through inspection.
Check the following parts:
1. Seal surface of the pinion.
2. Cage bore for burns.
Installation
1. Install collapsible spacer. Discard the used
collapsible spacer and install a new one.
2. Install outer bearing.
NOTE: Do not drive in, but just temporarily set in the outer
bearing by hand, which should be indirectly pressed in
finally by tightening the flange nut.
3. Install oil seal, use oil seal installer 9–8522–1275–0 to
install a new oil seal that has been soaked in axle
lubricant.
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4. Install flange.
5. Install flange nut, refer to Differential Assembly for
flange nut reassembly in this section.
NOTE: Discard the used nut and install a new one.