2002 ISUZU AXIOM height adjustment

POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM2A±13
Caster (1) is the vertical tilting of the wheel axis either
forward or backward (when viewed from the side of the
vehicle). A backward tilt is positive (+) and a forward tilt is
negative (-). On the short and long arm type suspension
you cannot see a caster angle without a special
instrument, but if you look straight down from the top of
the upper control arm to the ground, the ball joints do not
line up (fore and aft) when a caster angle other than 0
degree is present. With a positive angle, the lower ball
joint would be slightly ahead (toward the front of the
vehicle) of the upper ball joint center line.
Toe-in:
This illustration shows view from the top of the vehicle.
480RS003Toe-in is the measured amount the front wheels are
turned in. The actual amount of toe-in is normally a
fraction of a degree. Toe-in is measured from the center
of the tire treads or from the inside of the tires. The
purpose of toe-in is to insure parallel rolling of the front
wheels and to offset any small deflections of the wheel
support system which occurs when the vehicle is rolling
forward. Incorrect toe-in results in excessive toe-in and
unstable steering. Toe-in is the last alignment to be set in
the front end alignment procedure.
Inspection
Before making any adjustments affecting caster, camber
or toe-in, the following front end inspection should be
made.
1. Inspect the tires for proper inflation pressure. Refer to
Main Data and Specifications in Wheel and Tire
System
section.
2. Make sure that the vehicle is unladen condition (With
no passenger or loading).
3. Make sure that the spare tire is installed at the normal
position.
4. Inspect the front wheel bearings for proper
adjustment. Refer to
Front Hub and Disc Overhaul in
Suspension
section.
5. Inspect the ball joints and tie rod ends. If excessive
looseness is noted, correct before adjusting. Refer to
Steering Linkage in this section.6. Inspect the wheel and tires for run-out. Refer to
Wheel Replacement in Wheel and Tire System
section.
7. Inspect the trim height. If not within specifications, the
correction must be made before adjusting caster.
8. Inspect the steering unit for looseness at the frame.
9. Inspect shock absorbers for leaks or any noticeable
noise. Refer to
Shock Absorber in Suspension
section.
10. Inspect the control arms or stabilizer bar attachment
for looseness. Refer to
Suspension section.
11. Inspect the front end alignment using alignment
equipment. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
12. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
Trim Height Adjustment
Adjust the trim height (1) by means of the adjusting bolt on
the height control arms.
CAUTION: When adjusting front end alignment, be
sure to begin with trim height first, as it may change
other adjusted alignments.
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2A±14
POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
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: 119 + 5 mm (4.69 + 0.2 in)
Caster Adjustment
The caster angle can be adjusted by means of the caster
shims (1) installed between the chassis frame (2) and
fulcrum pins.
Caster angle: 2
30' + 1

CAUTION: Left and right side must be equal within
30'.
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NOTE: Difference of the caster shim front/rear thickness
should be 3.6 mm (0.142 in) or less. Overall thickness of
caster shim and camber shim should be 10.8 mm
(0.425 in) or less.
Tighten the fulcrum pin bolt to the specified torque.
Torque: 152 N´m 112 ( lb ft)
Camber Adjustment
The camber angle can be adjusted by means of the
camber shims (2) installed in position between the
chassis frame (1) and fulcrum pins
Camber angle: 0
+ 30'
King pin inclination: 12
30' + 30'
CAUTION: Left and right side must be equal within
30'.
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FRONT SUSPENSION3C±9
2. Apply grease to the portion that fits into the bracket
then install height control arm and align the setting
marks(2).
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3. Apply grease to the bolt portion of the end piece(4).
Apply grease to the portion of the seat(5) that fits into
the bracket.
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4. Apply grease to the serrated portions.
5. Install adjust bolt and seat, then turn the adjust bolt to
the setting mark(1) applied during disassembly.
NOTE: A d j u s t t h e t r i m h e ight. Refer to
Front End
Alignment Inspection and Adjustment in Steering section.
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4A1±7 DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
3. Tighten the mounting bolts and nuts to the specified
torque.
Torque: 168 N´m (124 lb ft)
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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±17 POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Brake Pedal
Checking Pedal Height
The push rod serves as the brake pedal stopper when the
pedal is fully released. Brake pedal height adjustment
should be performed as follows:
Adjust Brake Pedal
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1. Measure the brake pedal height after making sure the
pedal is fully returned by the pedal return spring.
Pedal height must be measured after starting the
engine and receiving it several times.
Pedal Free Play: 6-10 mm (0.23-0.39 in)
Pedal Free Play: 173-185 mm (6.81-7.28 in)
NOTE: Pedal free play must be measured after turning
off the engine and stepping on the brake pedal firmly five
times or more.
2. If the measured value is not within the above range,
adjust the brake pedal as follows:
a. Disconnect the stoplight switch connector.
b. Loosen the stoplight switch lock nut.
c. Rotate the stoplight switch so that it moves away
from the brake pedal.
d. Loosen the lock nut (1) on the push rod.
e. Adjust the brake pedal to the specified height by
rotating the push rod in the appropriate direction.
f. Tighten the lock nut to the specified torque.
Torque: 20 N´m (15 lb ft)
g. Adjust the stoplight switch (2) to the specified
clearance (between the switch housing and the
brake pedal) by rotating the switch housing.
Clearance: 0.5±1.0 mm (0.02±0.04 in)
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NOTE: While adjusting the stoplight switch, make sure
that the threaded part of the stoplight switch does not
push the brake pedal.
h. Tighten the stoplight switch lock nut.
i. Connect the stoplight switch connector.
Checking Pedal Travel
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1. Pedal height must be measured after starting the
engine and revving it several times to apply vacuum
to the vacuum booster fully.
NOTE: Pedal height must be 95 mm (3.7 in) or more
when about 50 kg (110.25 lb) of stepping force is applied.
2. If the measured value is lower than the above range,
air may still be present in the hydraulic system
Perform the bleeding procedure.

5C±77 POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Brake Pedal
Checking Pedal Height
The push rod serves as the brake pedal stopper when the
pedal is fully released. Brake pedal height adjustment
should be performed as follows:
Adjust Brake Pedal
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1. Measure the brake pedal height after making sure the
pedal is fully returned by the pedal return spring.
Pedal height must be measured after starting the
engine and stepping on it several times.
Pedal Free Play: 6-10 mm (0.23-0.39 in)
Pedal Height: 173-185 mm (6.81-7.28 in)
NOTE: Pedal free play must be measured after turning
off the engine and stepping on the brake pedal firmly five
times or more.
2. If the measured value is not within the above range,
adjust the brake pedal as follows:
a. Disconnect the stoplight switch connector.
b. Loosen the stoplight switch lock nut.
c. Rotate the stoplight switch so that it moves away
from the brake pedal.
d. Loosen the lock nut (1) on the push rod.
e. Adjust the brake pedal to the specified height by
rotating the push rod in the appropriate direction.
f. Tighten the lock nut to the specified torque.
Torque: 20 N´m (15 lb ft)
g. Adjust the stoplight switch (2) to the specified
clearance (between the switch housing and the
brake pedal) by rotating the switch housing.
Clearance: 0.5±1.0 mm (0.02±0.04 in)
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NOTE: While adjusting the stoplight switch, make sure
that the threaded part of the stoplight switch does not
push the brake pedal.
h. Tighten the stoplight switch lock nut.
i. Connect the stoplight switch connector.
Checking Pedal Travel
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1. Pedal height must be measured after starting the
engine and revving it several times to apply vacuum
to the vacuum booster fully.
NOTE: Pedal height must be 95 mm (3.7 in) or more
when about 50 kg (110.25 lb) of stepping force is applied.
2. If the measured value is lower than the above range,
air may still be present in the hydraulic system
Perform the bleeding procedure.

6A±25
ENGINE MECHANICAL (6VE1 3.5L)
Exhaust Manifold RH
Removal
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove torsion bar. Refer to removal procedure in
Front Suspension section.
3. Remove exhaust front pipe three stud nuts and two
bolts then disconnect exhaust front pipe.
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Legend
(1) Exhaust Front Pipe RH
(2) O
2 Sensor
4. Remove exhaust manifold eight fixing nuts then the
exhaust manifold.
Installation
1. Install exhaust manifold and tighten nuts to the
specified torque.
Torque : 57 N´m (42 lb ft)
2. Install exhaust front pipe and tighten three stud nuts
and two bolts to the specified torque.
Torque:
Stud nuts: 67 N´m (49 lb ft)
Bolts: 43 N´m (32 lb ft)
3. Install the torsion bar and readjust the vehicle height.
Refer to installation and vehicle height adjustment
procedure for front suspension.