2002 ISUZU AXIOM transmission fluid

0A±12
GENERAL INFORMATION
Abbreviations Charts
List of automotive abbreviations which may be used
in this manual
A Ð Ampere(s)
ABS Ð Antilock Brake System
AC Ð Alternating Current
A/C Ð Air Conditioning
ACCEL Ð Accelerator
ACC Ð Accessory
ACL Ð Air Cleaner
Adj Ð Adjust
A/F Ð Air Fuel Ratio
AIR Ð Secondary Air Injection System
Alt Ð Altitude
AMP Ð Ampere(s)
ANT Ð Antenna
ASM Ð Assembly
A/T Ð Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
ATDC Ð After Top Dead Center
ATF Ð Automatic Transmission Fluid
Auth Ð Authority
Auto Ð Automatic
BARO Ð Barometric Pressure
Bat Ð Battery
B+ Ð Battery Positive Voltage
Bbl Ð Barrel
BHP Ð Brake Horsepower
BPT Ð Backpressure Transducer
BTDC Ð Before Top Dead Center

C Ð Degrees Celsius
CAC Ð Charge Air Cooler
Calif Ð California
cc Ð Cubic Centimeter
CID Ð Cubic Inch Displacement
CKP Ð Crankshaft Position
CL Ð Closed Loop
CLCC Ð Closed Loop Carburetor Control
CMP Ð Camshaft Position
CO Ð Carbon Monoxide
Coax Ð Coaxial
Conn Ð Connector
Conv Ð Converter
Crank Ð Crankshaft
Cu. In. Ð Cubic Inch
CV Ð Constant Velocity
Cyl Ð Cylinder(s)
DI Ð Distributor Ignition
Diff Ð Differential
Dist Ð Distributor
DLC Ð Data Link Connector
DOHC Ð Double Overhead Camshaft
DTC Ð Diagnostic Trouble Code
DTM Ð Diagnostic Test Mode
DTT Ð Diagnostic Test Terminal
DVM Ð Digital Voltmeter (10 meg.)
DVOM Ð Digital Volt Ohmmeter
EBCM Ð Electronic Brake Control Module
ECM Ð Engine Control Module
ECT Ð Engine Coolant Temperature
EEPROM Ð Electronically Erasable Programmable
Read Only Memory
EGR Ð Exhaust Gas Recirculation
EI Ð Electronic Ignition
ETR Ð Electronically Tuned Receiver
EVAP Ð Evaporation EmissionExh Ð Exhaust

F Ð Degrees Fahrenheit
Fed Ð Federal (All States Except Calif.)
FF Ð Front Drive Front Engine
FL Ð Fusible Link
FLW Ð Fusible Link Wire
FP Ð Fuel Pump
FRT Ð Front
ft Ð Foot
FWD Ð Front Wheel Drive
4WD Ð Four Wheel Drive
4 x 4 Ð Four Wheel Drive
4 A/T Ð Four Speed Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Gal Ð Gallon
GEN Ð Generator
GND Ð Ground
Gov Ð Governor
g Ð Gram
Harn Ð Harness
HC Ð Hydrocarbons
HD Ð Heavy Duty
Hg Ð Hydrargyrum (Mercury)
HiAlt Ð High Altitude
HO2S Ð Heated Oxygen Sensor
HVAC Ð Heater±Vent±Air±Conditioning
IAC Ð Idle Air Control
IAT Ð Intake Air Temperature
IC Ð Integrated Circuit / Ignition Control
ID Ð Identification / Inside Diameter
IGN Ð Ignition
INJ Ð Injection
IP Ð Instrument Panel
IPC Ð Instrument Panel Cluster
Int Ð Intake
ISC Ð Idle Speed Control
J/B Ð Junction Block
kg Ð Kilograms
km Ð Kilometers
km/h Ð Kilometer per Hour
kPa Ð Kilopascals
kV Ð Kilovolts (thousands of volts)
kW Ð Kilowatts
KS Ð Knock Sensor
L Ð Liter
lb ft Ð Foot Pounds
lb in Ð Inch Pounds
LF Ð Left Front
LH Ð Left Hand
LR ÐLeft Rear
LS Ð Left Side
LWB Ð Long Wheel Base
L±4 Ð In±Line Four Cylinder Engine
MAF Ð Mass Air Flow
MAN Ð Manual
MAP Ð Manifold Absolute Pressure
Max Ð Maximum
MC Ð Mixture Control
MFI Ð Multiport Fuel Injection
MIL Ð Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Min Ð Minimum
mm Ð Millimeter
MPG Ð Miles Per Gallon
MPH Ð Miles Per Hour
M/T Ð Manual Transmission/Transaxle
MV Ð Millivolt

0B±1 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
AXIOM
GENERAL INFORMATION
Maintenance and Lubrication
CONTENTS
Maintenance Schedule List 0B±1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Explanation of Complete Vehicle Maintenance
Schedule 0B±5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0B±8. . . .
Lubricant Viscosity Chart 0B±9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recommended Liquid Gasket 0B±11. . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Thread Locking Agents 0B±11. . .
Maintenance Service Data 0B±12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Schedule List
Normal Vehicle Use
The maintenance instructions in this Maintenance
Schedule are based on the assumption that the vehicle
will be used as designed:

to carry passengers and cargo within the limitations
specified on the tire placard located on the inside of
the glove compartment door;

to be driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
operating limits;

to be driven on a daily basis, as a general rule, for at
least several miles/kilometers;

to be driven on unleaded fuel
Unusual or severe operating conditions will require more
frequent vehicle maintenance, as specified in the
following sections.
Severe Driving Conditions
If the vehicle is usually operated under any of the severe
driving conditions listed below, it is recommended that the
applicable maintenance services be performed at the
specified interval shown in the chart below.
Severe driving conditions:

Towing a trailer, using a camper or car top carrier.

Repeated short trips of less than 8 Km (5 miles) with
outside temperature remaining below freezing.

Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long
distances, such as police, taxi or door±to±door
delivery use.

Operating on dusty, rough, muddy or salt spread
roads.
ITEMS
INTERVAL
CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTEREvery 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or 3 months
CHANGE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDEvery 20,000 miles (32,000 km)
CHANGE REAR AXLE OILEvery 15,000 miles (24,000 km)
REPLACE TIMING BELTEvery 75,000 miles (120,000 km)
REPLACE AIR CLEANER FILTERSee explanation of service, page 0B±5
CHANGE POWER STEERING FLUIDEvery 30,000 miles (48,000 km)

0B±7 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Replacement
Under harsh operating conditions, such as constant
driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather, or in hilly or
mountainous terrain, change the transmission fluid and
service the sump filter after every 20,000 miles (32,000
km) of operation.
More over, the remaining life percentage of ATF can be
estimated by using TECH±II as an auxiliary tool to judge
the right time for ATF replacement.
The remaining life percentage is calculated from ATF'S
heat history. When it is close to 0%, ATF replacement is
recommended.
Auto Cruise Control Inspection
Check to see if the clearance between cruise link and
accelerator link is normal. Also check that the connected
properly.
Accelerator Linkage Inspection
Inspect for interference, binding, and damaged or
missing parts. Check accelerator pedal for smooth
operation and even pedal effort. Replace parts as
needed.

0B±8MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
USAGEFLUID/LUBRICANT
EngineAPI SE, SF, SG, SH or ILSAC GF-1 Engine oil (See oil
chart on the following page for proper viscosity)
Engine coolantMixture of water and good quality ethylene glycol base
type antifreeze.
Brake systemDOT-3 hydraulic brake fluid.
Power steering systemDEXRON) -III Automatic transmission fluid.
Automatic transmissionDEXRON) -III Automatic transmission fluid.
TOD SYSTEM (TOD system model only)DEXRON) -IIE or DEXRON) -III Automatic transmis-
sion fluid.
Rear axle and front axleGL-5 gear lubricant (Standard differential)
GL-5 Limited slip differential gear lubricant together
with limited slip differential lubricant additive (Part No.
8-01052-358-0) or equivalent (If equipped with optional
limited slip differential) (See oil chart in this section for
proper viscosity)
Hood latch assembly
a. Pivots and spring anchorEngine oil
b. Release pawlChassis grease
Hood and door hingesEngine oil
Chassis lubricationChassis grease
Parking brake cablesChassis grease
Front wheel bearingsMultipurpose grease
Shift on the fly systemGL-5 gear lubricant (SAE 75W-90)
Body door hinge pins and linkage, fuel door hinge, rear
compartment lid hingesEngine oil
Windshield washer solventWasher fluid
Key lock cylinderSynthetic light weight engine oil (SAE 5W-30)
Accelerator linkageChassis grease

5C±6
POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Diagnosis
Road Testing The Brakes
Brake Test
Brakes should be tested on a dry, clean, reasonably
smooth and level roadway. A true test of brake
performance cannot be made if the roadway is wet,
greasy or covered with loose dirt where all tires do not grip
the road equally. Testing will also be adversely affected if
the roadway is crowned so as to throw the weight of the
vehicle toward wheels on one side or if the roadway is so
rough that wheels tend to bounce. Test the brakes at
different vehicle speeds with both light and heavy pedal
pressure; however, avoid locking the wheels and sliding
the tires. Braking without locking the tires will stop the
vehicle in less distance than braking to a skid (which has
no brake efficiency). More tire to road friction is present
while braking without locking the tires than braking to a
skid.
The standard brake system is designed and balanced to
avoid locking the wheels except at very high deceleration
levels.
It is designed this way because the shortest stopping
distance and best control is achieved without brake
lock±up.
Because of high deceleration capability, a firmer pedal
may be felt at higher deceleration levels.
External Conditions That Affect Brake Performance
1. Tires: Tires having unequal contact and grip on the
road will cause unequal braking. Tires must be
equally inflated, identical in size, and the thread
pattern of right and left tires must be approximately
equal.
2. Vehicle Loading: A heavily loaded vehicle requires
more braking effort.
3. Wheel Alignment: Misalignment of the wheels,
particularly in regard to excessive camber and caster,
will cause the brakes to pull to one side.
Brake Fluid Leaks
With engine running at idle and the transmission in
ªNeutralº, depress the brake pedal and hold a constant
foot pressure on the pedal. If pedal gradually falls away
with the constant pressure, the hydraulic system may be
leaking.
Check the master cylinder fluid level. While a slight drop in
the reservoir level will result from normal lining wear, an
abnormally low level in reservoir indicates a leak in the
system. The hydraulic system may be leaking internally
as well as externally. Refer to
Master Cylinder Inspection.
Also, the system may appear to pass this test but still
have slight leakage. If fluid level is normal, check the
vacuum booster push rod length. If an incorrect length
push rod is found, adjust or replace the push rod. Check
the brake pedal travel and the parking brake adjustment.
When checking the fluid level, the master cylinder fluid
level may be lower than the ªMAXº mark if the front and
rear linings are worn. This is normal.
Warning Light Operation
When the ignition switch is in the START position, the
ªBRAKEº warning light should turn on and go off when the
ignition switch returns to the ON position.
The following conditions will activate the ªBRAKEº light:
1. Parking brake applied. The light should be on
whenever the parking brake is applied and the ignition
switch is on.
2. Low fluid level. A low fluid level in the master cylinder
will turn the ªBRAKEº light on.
3. During engine cranking the ªBRAKEº light should
remain on. This notifies the driver that the warning
circuit is operating properly.

5C±66
POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Diagnosis
Road Testing The Brakes
Brake Test
Brakes should be tested on a dry, clean, reasonably
smooth and level roadway. A true test of brake
performance cannot be made if the roadway is wet,
greasy or covered with loose dirt where all tires do not grip
the road equally. Testing will also be adversely affected if
the roadway is crowned so as to throw the weight of the
vehicle toward wheels on one side or if the roadway is so
rough that wheels tend to bounce. Test the brakes at
different vehicle speeds with both light and heavy pedal
pressure; however, avoid locking the wheels and sliding
the tires. Braking without locking the tires will stop the
vehicle in less distance than braking to a skid (which has
no brake efficiency). More tire to road friction is present
while braking without locking the tires than braking to a
skid.
The standard brake system is designed and balanced to
avoid locking the wheels except at very high deceleration
levels.
It is designed this way because the shortest stopping
distance and best control is achieved without brake
lock±up.
Because of high deceleration capability, a firmer pedal
may be felt at higher deceleration levels.
External Conditions That Affect Brake Performance
1. Tires: Tires having unequal contact and grip on the
road will cause unequal braking. Tires must be
equally inflated, identical in size, and the thread
pattern of right and left tires must be approximately
equal.
2. Vehicle Loading: A heavily loaded vehicle requires
more braking effort.
3. Wheel Alignment: Misalignment of the wheels,
particularly in regard to excessive camber and caster,
will cause the brakes to pull to one side.
Brake Fluid Leaks
With engine running at idle and the transmission in
ªNeutralº, depress the brake pedal and hold a constant
foot pressure on the pedal. If pedal gradually falls away
with the constant pressure, the hydraulic system may be
leaking.
Check the master cylinder fluid level. While a slight drop in
the reservoir level will result from normal lining wear, an
abnormally low level in reservoir indicates a leak in the
system. The hydraulic system may be leaking internally
as well as externally. Refer to
Master Cylinder Inspection.
Also, the system may appear to pass this test but still
have slight leakage. If fluid level is normal, check the
vacuum booster push rod length. If an incorrect length
push rod is found, adjust or replace the push rod. Check
the brake pedal travel and the parking brake adjustment.
When checking the fluid level, the master cylinder fluid
level may be lower than the ªMAXº mark if the front and
rear linings are worn. This is normal.
Warning Light Operation
When the ignition switch is in the START position, the
ªBRAKEº warning light should turn on and go off when the
ignition switch returns to the ON position.
The following conditions will activate the ªBRAKEº light:
1. Parking brake applied. The light should be on
whenever the parking brake is applied and the ignition
switch is on.
2. Low fluid level. A low fluid level in the master cylinder
will turn the ªBRAKEº light on.
3. During engine cranking the ªBRAKEº light should
remain on. This notifies the driver that the warning
circuit is operating properly.

6B±2
ENGINE COOLING (6VE1 3.5L)
General Description
030RW001
Legend
(1) Water Pump
(2) Thermostat
(3) Radiator
(4) Reserve Tank
(5) Cooling Fan
(6) Cylinder Block(7) Cylinder Head
(8) Right Bank
(9) Throttle Body
(10) Cylinder Block
(11) Cylinder Head
(12) Left Bank
(13) Heater
The cooling system is a pressurized Engine Coolant (EC)
forced circulation type which consists of a water pump,
thermostat cooling fan, radiator and other components.
The automatic transmission fluid is cooled by the EC in
the radiator.
Water Pump
The EC pump is a centrifugal impeller type and is driven
by a timing belt.
030RS001

ENGINE COOLING (6VE1 3.5L)6B±5
Draining and Refilling Cooling
System
Before draining the cooling system, inspect the system
and perform any necessary service to ensure that it is
clean, does not leak and is in proper working order. The
engine coolant (EC) level should be between the ªMINº
and ªMAXº lines of reserve tank when the engine is cold.
If low, check for leakage and add EC up to the ªMAXº line.
There should not be any excessive deposit of rust or
scales around the radiator cap or radiator filler hole, and
the EC should also be free from oil.
Replace the EC if excessively dirty.
1. Completely drain the cooling system by opening the
drain plug (2) at the bottom of the radiator.
110RW002
2. Remove the radiator cap.
WARNING: T O AV O I D T H E D A N G E R O F B E I N G
BURNED, DO NOT REMOVE THE CAP WHILE THE
ENGINE AND RADIATOR ARE STILL HOT.
SCALDING FLUID AND STEAM CAN BE BLOWN OUT
UNDER PRESSURE.
3. Disconnect all hoses from the EC reserve tank.
Scrub and clean the inside of the reserve tank with
soap and water. Flush it well with clean water, then
drain it. Install the reserve tank and hoses.
4. Refill the cooling system with the EC using a solution
that is at least 50 percent antifreeze but no more than
70 percent antifreeze.
5. Fill the radiator to the base of the filler neck.
Fill the EC reserve tank to ªMAXº line when the engine
is cold.
6. Block the drive wheels and firmly apply the parking
brake. Shift an automatic transmission to ªPº (Park)
or a manual transmission to neutral.
7. Remove the radiator cap. Start the engine and warm
it up at 2,500 ~ 3,000 rpm for about 30 minutes.
8. When the air comes out from the radiator filler neck
and the EC level has gone down, replenish with the
EC. Repeat this procedure until the EC level does not
go down. Then stop the engine and install the radiator
cap. Let the engine cool down.9. After the engine has cooled, replenish with EC up to
the ªMAXº line of the reserve tank.
10. Start the engine. With the engine running at 3,000
rpm, make sure there is no running water sound from
the heater core (behind the center console).
11. If the running water sound is heard, repeat steps 8 to
10.