2002 ISUZU AXIOM height

REAR SUSPENSION3D±25
Shock Absorber
Shock Absorber and Associated Parts
461RW001
Legend
(1) Nut, Bush and Washer(2) Shock Absorber
(3) Nut and Washer
Removal
1. Remove shock absorber fixing nut, bush and washer
(upper side).
2. Remove shock absorber fixing nut and washer (lower
side).
3. Remove shock absorber.
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:

Shock absorber

Rubber bushing
NOTE: When mounting rubber bushings, be sure not to
use grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
Installation
1. Install shock absorber. When mounting shock
absorber, be sure not to use grease on bushings or
any other nearby part.
2. Install nut and washer (lower side), then tighten the
nut lightly. Retighten to the bolt and nut specified
torque after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 78 N´m (58 lb ft)
3. Install nut, bush and washer (upper side), then tighten
the nut lightly. Retighten to the nut specified torque
after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 20 N´m (14 lb ft)

REAR SUSPENSION3D±27

Install the rubber bushing by using installer
J±39214.
NOTE: When mounting rubber bushings, be sure not to
use grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
901RW059
Installation
1. Install trailing link. Make sure that the trailing link is in
its correct position.
NOTE: When mounting trailing link, be sure not to use
grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
460RW011
2. Install bolt, nut and protector. Tighten the bolts and
nuts lightly, then retighten them to the specified
torque after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 137 N´m (101 lb ft)
3. Install parking brake cable.
CAUTION: The parking brake cable should not be
overstrained or slackened.

REAR SUSPENSION3D±29

Install the rubber bushing by using to installer
J±43008.
NOTE: When mounting rubber bushings, be sure not to
use grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
460RY00007
Installation
1. Install upper link. Make sure that the upper link is in its
correct position.
NOTE: When mounting upper link, be sure not to use
grease bushings or any other nearby part.
460RW012
2. Install bolt, nut, rubber plate and protector. Tighten
the bolts and nuts lightly, then retighten them to the
specified torque after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 137 N´m (101 lb ft)
3. Install speed sensor cable.
4. Install fuel tank.

REAR SUSPENSION3D±31

Install the rubber bushing (Frame side) by using
Installer J±39215.
NOTE: When mounting rubber bushings, do not use
grease on bushings or any other nearby parts.
901RW061
3. Rubber bushing (Axle side)

Remove the rubber bushing (Axle side) by using
remover J±39792.
901RW062

Install the rubber bushing (Axle side) by using
installer J±39792.
901RW063
Installation
1. Install lateral rod and make sure that the lateral rod is
in its correct position.
NOTE: When mounting lateral rod, be sure not to use
grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
460RW008
Legend
(1) Frame Side
(2) Axle Side
2. Install bolt and nut (Frame side). Tighten the bolt and
nut lightly, then retighten them to the specified torque
after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 137 N´m (101 lb ft)
3. Install nut and washer (Axle side). Tighten the nut
lightly, then retighten the nut to the specified torque
after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 78 N´m (58 lb ft)

WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM3E±5
Condition CorrectionPossible cause
Erratic Steering When BrakingWorn wheel bearings.Replace wheel bearings.
Broken or sagging springs.Replace spring (pairs).
Leaking caliper.Repair or replace caliper.
Warped discs.Replace brake disc.
Badly worn brake pads.Replace brake pads.
Tires are inflated unequally.Inflate tires to proper pressure.
Low or Uneven Trim HeightBroken or sagging springs.Replace springs (In pairs).
Vehicle overloaded.Reduce load.
Incorrect springs.Adjust or replace torsion bar.
Suspension BottomsVehicle overloaded. Reduce load.
Faulty shock absorber.Replace shock absorber.
Incorrect, broken or sagging springs.Replace springs.
Body LeansLoose stabilizer bar.Tighten stabilizer bar bolts or replace
bushings.
Faulty shock absorber, struts or
mounting.Replace shock absorber.
Broken or sagging springs.Replace springs (In pairs).
Vehicle overloaded.Reduce load.
Cupped TiresWorn wheel bearings.Replace wheel bearing.
Excessive tire or wheel run out.Replace tire or wheel.
Worn ball joints.Replace ball joints.
Tire out of balance.Adjust tire balance.
Irregular and Premature Wear
480RS001
Irregular and/or premature wear has many causes.
Some of them are incorrect inflation pressures, lack of tire
rotation, poor driving habits or improper wheel alignment.
Incorrect inflation is common cause of tire premature
wear.NOTE: Due to their design, radial tires tend to wear faster
in the shoulder area, particularly on the front tires. This
makes regular rotation especially necessary. After
rotation, be sure to check wheel nut torque, and set tire
pressures.

DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT) 4A1±6
Removal
1. Jack up the vehicle and support it using jack stand.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the stone guard.
4. Remove the brake caliper fixing bolt and hang the
caliper. Refer to
Disc Brakes in Brake section.
5. Remove the antilock brake system speed sensor.
Refer to
Front Wheel Speed Sensor in Brake section.
6. Remove the hub and disc assembly.
Refer to
Front Hub and Disc in this section.
7. Remove the propeller shaft, refer to
Front Propeller
Shaft
in this section.
8. Loosen the height control arm of the torsion bar, then
remove the torsion bar from lower control arm.
Refer to
Torsion Bar in Suspension section.
9. Remove the suspension crossmember.
10. Remove the lower nut (1) of the stabilizer link.
11. Remove the lower bolt and nut (2) of the shock
absorber.
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12. Remove the tie-rod end from the knuckle. Refer to
Power Steering Unit in Steering Section.
13. Disconnect the hose of the shift on the fly.
14. Disconnect the actuator connector.
15. Remove the bolts and nuts of the lower control arm
(Frame side), then disconnect the lower control arm
from frame.
16. Disconnect between the right side upper control arm
and the knuckle, then remove the knuckle with lower
control arm.CAUTION: When removing the knuckle, be careful
not to damage the oil seal inside of the knuckle.
410RW008
17. Support the differential case by the jack.
18. Remove the front axle mounting bolts and nuts, lower
the jack slowly. Remove the left side drive shaft end
from the knuckle, then lower the axle assembly from
the vehicle.
CAUTION:
1. Make sure the axle assembly is supported
securely when performing repairs.
2. Do not damage the power steering unit when
performing the repairs.
3. Do not damage the shift±on±the fly hose bracket
when performing the repairs.
Installation
1. Support the differential case with a jack.
2. Jack up the front drive axle assembly, install the left
side drive shaft to the knuckle, then install the mount
bolts and nuts.
CAUTION:
1. Do not damage the power steering unit when
performing the repairs.
2. Do not damage the shift±on±the fly hose bracket
when performing the repairs.
3. When installing the drive shaft to the knuckle, be
careful not to damage the oil seal inside of the
knuckle.

4A1±7 DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
3. Tighten the mounting bolts and nuts to the specified
torque.
Torque: 168 N´m (124 lb ft)
412R200004
4. Install the right side knuckle with lower control arm to
the upper control arm.
Refer to
Knuckle in Suspension section.
CAUTION: Carefully insert the drive shaft into the
knuckle, to avoid damaging the oil seal.
5. Align the bolt hole of the lower control arm, then install
the bolts and nuts.
NOTE: Adjust the buffer clearance before tightening the
bolts and nuts of the lower control arm.
6. Install the hose of the shift on the fly.
7. Install the actuator connector of the shift on the fly.
8. Install the tie-rod end of the power steering unit to the
knuckle, tighten the nut to the specified torque.
Torque: 118 N´m (87 lb ft)
9. Install lower bolts and nuts of the shock absorber,
tighten it to the specified torque.
Torque: 93 N´m (69 lb ft)
10. Install lower nuts of the stabilizer link, tighten it to the
specified torque.
11. Install the suspension crossmember.
12. Install the torsion bar.
Refer to
Torsion Bar in Suspension section.
13. Install the front propeller shaft.
Refer to
Front Propeller Shaft in this section.
14. Install the hub and disc assembly and adjust the
bearing preload.
Refer to
Front Hub and Disc in this section.
15. Install the wheel speed sensor of the antilock brake
system.
16. Install the brake caliper. Tighten the bolt of the caliper
bracket to the specified torque.
Torque: 50 N´m (37 lb ft)
17. Install the stone guard.18. Install the tire and wheel.
19. Lower the vehicle, adjust the trim height.
Refer to
Trim Height Adjustment in Steering section.
20. Tighten the bolts and nuts of the lower control arm to
the specified torque.
Refer to
Lower Control Arm in Suspension section.

5C±1 POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
AXIOM (Vehicles Produced Before July/31/2001)
BRAKES
POWER-ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
CONTENTS
Service Precaution 5C±2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description 5C±2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnosis 5C±6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Diagnosis 5C±7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydraulic Brakes 5C±10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling Master Cylinder Reservoir 5C±10. . . . . . . .
Deterioration of Brake Fluid 5C±10. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leakage of Brake Fluid 5C±10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bleeding Brake Hydraulic System 5C±10. . . . . . . .
Flushing Brake Hydraulic System 5C±11. . . . . . . .
Brake Pipes and Hoses 5C±11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Hose Inspection 5C±11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Caliper Brake Hose 5C±12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Caliper Brake Hose and Associated
Parts 5C±12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Axle Brake Hose 5C±13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Axle Brake Hose and Associated
Parts 5C±13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Pipe 5C±14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
P & B (Proportioning and Bypass) Valve 5C±15. . . .
P & B (Proportioning and Bypass) Valve
Sectional View 5C±15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 5C±16. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Pedal 5C±17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Pedal Height 5C±17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Pedal Travel 5C±17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Pedal and Associated Parts 5C±18. . . . . . .
Removal 5C±18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stoplight Switch 5C±19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts Location 5C±19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 5C±20. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid Reservoir Tank 5C±21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid Reservoir Tank and Associated Parts 5C±21Removal 5C±21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master Cylinder Assembly 5C±22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master Cylinder Assembly and Associated
Parts 5C±22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 5C±22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 5C±24. . . . . . . . . . .
Special Tools 5C±24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vacuum Booster Assembly 5C±25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vacuum Booster Assembly and Associated
Parts 5C±25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 5C±26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior Components 5C±28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior Components and Associated Parts 5C±28
Removal 5C±28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 5C±29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vacuum Booster Overhaul 5C±29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vacuum Booster 5C±29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 5C±30. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Tools 5C±31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Pads 5C±32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Pads Inspection 5C±32. . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Pads and Associated
Parts 5C±32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Rotor 5C±35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection 5C±35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Brake Rotors 5C±35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refinishing Brake Rotors 5C±35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Caliper Assembly 5C±36. . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Caliper Assembly and
Associated Parts 5C±36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Caliper 5C±39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Caliper Disassembled
View 5C±39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 5C±39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .