2002 ISUZU AXIOM length

POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM2A±47
Column Tube
Check for collapse by measuring the distance as shown in
the figure.
Standard distance: 162.2-165.8 mm (6.386-6.528
in)
431RY00010
Column Universal Joint for Tilt Mechanism
Check steering column assembly for any resistance by
rotating the universal joint. If resistance is felt then
replace the steering column assembly.
Sheared Injected Plastic Pin
Check the sheared injected plastic pins for any loose
conditions or damage.
431RY00011
Shaft Length
Check the shaft length from the upper end of the slide joint
to the end of the shaft. If column length is not in
specifications, steering column should be replaced.
Standard length:
291.7 ± 295.7 mm (11.484 ± 11.642 in)
431R200001
Shaft Universal Joint (Lower End)
If the resistance is felt when checked by rotate the joint,
replace the steering column assembly.
Shaft Bellows Pipe
Use a straightedge to inspect the shaft bellows pipe for
straightness. Replace if the clearance is more than the
specifications.
Standard: Less than 1mm (0.039 in)
431RW035

FRONT SUSPENSION3C±23
Main Data and Specifications
General Specifications
Front suspensionTypeIndependent wishbone arms,
torsion bar spring with stabilizer bar.
Torsion bar springLength1142 mm (45.0 in)
Diameter29.0 mm (1.14 in)
Front shock absorberTypeHydraulic, double acting, telescopic
Piston diameter30.0 mm (1.18 in)
Stroke115.0 mm (4.53 in)
Compressed
length255.0 mm (10.04 in)
Extended length370.0 mm (14.57 in)
Stabilizer barDiameter25.0 mm (0.98 in)

REAR SUSPENSION3D±5
Coil Spring
Coil Spring and Associated Parts
460R200001
Legend
(1) Stabilizer Bar
(2) Upper Link Fixing Bolt and Nut
(3) Rubber Plate(4) Coil Spring
(5) Insulator
(6) Shock Absorber
(7) Breather Hose
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle and support the frame with suitable
safety stands.
2. Support the rear axle case with a jack.
3. Disconnect brake hose at the crossmember.
4. Remove breather hose.
5. Remove upper link fixing bolt, nut and rubber plate on
the rear axle case (left-side only).6. Disconnect the stabilizer bar at the stabilizer link.
7. Remove the shock absorber from the axle case.
8. Remove spring insulator.
9. Remove the insulator and coil spring while lowering
the rear axle case.
CAUTION: Be sure not to let the brake hose, parking
brake cable, and breather hose extend to their full
length.

3D±16REAR SUSPENSION
Main Data and Specifications
General Specifications
Rear suspensionType5±Link, coil spring type with stabilizer bar.
Coil springFree length370.5 mm (14.59 in)
Spring diameter12.4 mm (0.49 in)
Coil diameter
(inner)105 mm (4.13 in)
Effective No. of
turns5.21
Total No. of turns6.71
Shock absorberTypeHydraulic, double acting, telescopic
Piston diameter30 mm (1.18 in)
Stroke159 mm (6.26 in)
Extended length518 mm (20.39 in)
Compressed
length359 mm (14.13 in)
Stabilizer barDiameter18 mm (0.71 in)

REAR SUSPENSION3D±23
Coil Spring
Coil Spring and Associated Parts
460R200004
Legend
(1) Stabilizer Bar
(2) Upper Link Fixing Bolt and Nut
(3) Rubber Plate(4) Coil Spring
(5) Insulator
(6) Shock Absorber
(7) Breather Hose
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle and support the frame with suitable
safety stands.
2. Support the rear axle case with a jack.
3. Disconnect brake hose at the crossmember.
4. Remove breather hose.
5. Remove upper link fixing bolt, nut and rubber plate on
the rear axle case (left-side only).6. Disconnect the stabilizer bar at the stabilizer link.
7. Remove the shock absorber from the axle case.
8. Remove spring insulator.
9. Remove the insulator and coil spring while lowering
the rear axle case.
CAUTION: Be sure not to let the brake hose, parking
brake cable, and breather hose extend to their full
length.

3D±34REAR SUSPENSION
Main Data and Specifications
General Specifications
Rear suspensionType5±Link, coil spring type with stabilizer bar.
Coil springFree length370.5 mm (14.59 in)
Spring diameter12.4 mm (0.49 in)
Coil diameter
(inner)105 mm (4.13 in)
Effective No. of
turns5.21
Total No. of turns6.71
Shock absorberTypeHydraulic, double acting, telescopic
Piston diameter30 mm (1.18 in)
Stroke159 mm (6.26 in)
Extended length518 mm (20.39 in)
Compressed
length359 mm (14.13 in)
Stabilizer barDiameter18 mm (0.71 in)

4C±35 DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
Main Data and Specifications
General Specifications
Engine6VE1(3.5 L)
TransmissionA/T with TOD
ConstructionHollow steel tube with constant velocty joints.
Outside diameter40.0 mm (1.57 in)
Length597 mm (23.50 in)
Torque Specifications
401R200005

4C±40
DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
5. Repeat this procedure on the remaining bearing to
remove the spider from the yoke.
Inspection

Propeller shaft for run-out Aluminum tube type.
Static run-out limit : 1.0 mm(0.04 in)
TIR full length of tubing maximum.
(TIR : Total Indicator Reading)

Propeller shaft for runout (Steel tube type).
Static runout limit : 0.13 mm(0.005 in)
TIR on the neck of the slip tube shaft (with a
boot).
0.25 mm(0.010 in)
TIR on the ends of the tubing 3 inch from the
welds.
0.38 mm(0.015 in)
TIR at the linear center of the tube.
0.38 mm(0.015 in)
TIR for the full length of tube with 30º or less of
tubing.
(TIR: Total Indicator Reading)
401RW017

Play in universal joint.
Limit: Less than 0.15 mm(0.006 in)

Spider pin should be smooth and free from fretting or
galling.
Visible signs of needle presence is normal, but wear
should not be felt.
401RW028

Preload of the universal joint.
Preload should be 0 to 49 N (0 to 11.0 lb).
Joints should rotate smoothly and freely and should
exhibit no rough or ratchety movement.
401RW019

Inspect splines of slip joint for wear.
The nylon-coated spline should be free from nicks
and dings and the underlying steel spline should not
be visible.
After cleaning the nylon coating spline, the coating
should exhibit only slight indication of wear.
Grease volume is approximately 10 grams of grease
in total. Grease should be evenly applied to both the
female and the male slip splines using a small brush.
After assembly of the slip joint, the sliding joint should
be fully worked from the full collapsed to the full
extended position.