FRONT SUSPENSION
60-60 REPAIRS
22. Valve block to reservoir pipe: Release fluid
return pipe from clip on LH chassis member.
23.Remove bolt securing pipe clamp to RH
chassis member and remove clamp.
24.Release harness clip from RH suspension
turret. 25.Remove nut securing pipe clamp to bracket on
RH suspension turret and remove clamp.
26.Release pipe from isolator above chassis RH
front outrigger.
27.Cut pipe at suitable point near suspension
turret.
28.Remove and discard front and rear sections of
pipe.
Refit
1.Fit both sections of new pipe to vehicle.
2.Ensure 'O' ring is fitted to union on front section
of pipe.
3.Push both sections of pipe together squarely
and tighten union nut to 16 Nm (12 lbf.ft).
4.Locate pipe in isolator above chassis RH front
outrigger. Fit cable tie around isolator to secure
pipe.
5. Valve block to reservoir pipe: Fit clip to
reservoir hose, connect hose to reservoir and
secure with clip.
6. Pump to valve block pipe: Ensure pipe banjo
and ACE pump connections are clean, fit new
sealing washers, align banjo to pump and
tighten bolt to 29 Nm (21 lbf.ft).
FRONT SUSPENSION
REPAIRS 60-61
7.Fit pipe clamps to pipes, align clamps to
chassis front cross member and fit bolts.
8. Valve block to reservoir pipe: F it pi pe to c li p
on LH chassis member.
9.Fit pipe clamp to pipes, align clamp to
suspension turret and secure with nut.
10.Fit pipe clamp to pipes, align clamp to RH
chassis member and secure with bolt.
11.Align and secure harness to suspension turret.
12.Fit thermostat housing and hoses and secure
hoses with clips.
13.Fit turbocharger outlet pipe and secure hoses
with clips.
14.Connect turbocharger pressure sensing hose
and secure with clip.
15.Fit 'O' ring to air cleaner.
16.Fit air hose to turbocharger and tighten clip.
17.Fit air flow meter to air cleaner and secure with
clips.
18.Connect multiplug to air flow meter.
19.Fit lower half of fan cowl and secure with
screws.
20.Fit viscous fan.
+ COOLING SYSTEM - Td5, REPAIRS,
Fan - viscous.
21.Fit RH splash shield and secure with screws.
22.Fit road wheel.
23.Fit valve block.
+ FRONT SUSPENSION, REPAIRS,
Valve block - ACE.
24.Renew ACE high pressure filter
+ FRONT SUSPENSION, REPAIRS,
Filter - high pressure - ACE.
25.Lower vehicle.
26.Fill cooling system.
+ COOLING SYSTEM - Td5,
ADJUSTMENTS, Drain and refill.
Pipe assembly - valve block to rear
actuator - ACE
$% 60.60.33
CAUTION: The ACE hydraulic system is
extremely sensitive to the ingress of dirt or
debris. The smallest amount could render the
system unserviceable. It is imperative that the
following precautions are taken.
lACE components are thoroughly cleaned
externally before work commences;
lall opened pipe and module ports are
capped immediately;
lall fluid is stored in and administered
through clean containers.
Remove
1.Raise vehicle on a ramp.
2.Position container under valve block to collect
fluid spillage.
3.Remove 2 bolts securing 2 rear pipe clips to
chassis.
FRONT SUSPENSION
60-62 REPAIRS
4.Remove 2 nuts securing rear anti-roll bar links
to axle.
5.Release links from axle and pull long arm down
for access to actuator pipe unions.
6.Position container under actuator to collect
fluid spillage.
7.Remove 2 cap nuts securing pipes to ACE rear
actuator. Disconnect pipes, remove and
discard sealing washers.
CAUTION: Always fit plugs to open
connections to prevent contamination.
8.Remove 2 nuts securing rear pipe clamping
plate. Release clamping plate and pipes from
valve block.
CAUTION: Always fit plugs to open
connections to prevent contamination.
9.Remove pipe assembly.
10.Remove collets and clamping plate from rear
pipes. Refit
1.Ensure valve block and pipe connections are
clean.
2.Install clamping plate and collets on rear pipes.
3.Position pipe assembly to vehicle and connect
pipes and clamping plate to valve block. To
avoid damage to seals, keep pipes square
to valve block. Fit and tighten nuts securing
clamping plate to valve block to 21 Nm (15
lbf.ft).
CAUTION: Ensure pipes are installed in
their correct ports or serious system
damage will occur.
4.Fit bolts securing rear pipe clips to chassis and
tighten to 6 Nm (4.4 lbf.ft).
5.Connect pipes to actuator with cap nuts and
new sealing washers. Tighten cap nuts to 29
Nm (21 lbf.ft). Ensure pipes are not under
tension or kinked.
6.Ensure washer is in place on lower ball joint of
each anti-roll bar link, then connect lower ball
joints to axle and tighten nuts to 100 Nm (74
lbf.ft).
7.Renew ACE high pressure filter.
+ FRONT SUSPENSION, REPAIRS,
Filter - high pressure - ACE.
8.Bleed ACE hydraulic system.
+ FRONT SUSPENSION,
ADJUSTMENTS, ACE hydraulic system
bleeding.
9.Lower vehicle.
REAR SUSPENSION
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 64-5
1Rear axle
2Bolt
3Bush
4Locknut
5Transverse link
6Locknut
7Bolt
8Locknut
9Bush
10Bush
11Bolt
12Bolt
13Transverse link
14Bolt
15Bush
16Pivot housing
17Locknut
18Bush
19Lower spring seat 2 off (vehicles without SLS
only)
20Bolt 4 off (vehicles without SLS only)
21Coil spring 2 off (vehicles without SLS only)
22Spring seat isolator 2 off (vehicles without SLS
only)
23Clip 4 off (vehicles with SLS only)
24Air spring 2 off (vehicles with SLS only)
25Locknut
26Bush 2 off27Locknut 2 off
28Radius arm LH
29Locknut
30Torsion/Anti-roll bar link LH
31Washer
32Locknut
33Anti-roll bar assembly
34Mounting rubber 2 off
35Clamp plate 2 off
36Bolt 2 off
37Locknut
38Washer
39Anti-roll bar link RH
40Locknut
41Radius arm RH
42Bush 2 off
43Locknut 2 off
44Locknut 2 off
45Bush 2 off
46Bolt 2 off
47Bolt 2 off
48Bolt 2 off
49Damper 2 off
REAR SUSPENSION
64-8 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The pivot housing is located in a fabricated bracket centrally located on the rear of the axle. The central bush of the
pivot housing is secured in the bracket with a bolt and locknut. Fabricated brackets on each chassis longitudinal
provide for the attachment of each transverse link. Each link is secured through its bush with a bolt and locknut. The
forked end of each link locates over the bushes at each end of the pivot housing and is secured with a bolt and locknut.
The attachment bolts for each link are coated with a clear, dry wax which reduces friction on the bolt and allows the
correct torque to be applied to the clamping of the bushes. The bolts can be re-used, but if bolt replacement is
necessary the correct bolt with the wax coating must be used.
Anti-roll bar
The anti-roll bars fitted differ between ACE and non-ACE vehicles. On non-ACE vehicles a conventional 'passive' anti-
roll bar is used. On ACE vehicles an 'active' torsion bar is used. Both types are attached to the tubular cross-member
at the rear of the chassis with mounting rubbers and clamp plates. The clamp plates locate in fabricated brackets
attached to the tubular cross-member and secured with bolts.
Each end of the anti-roll bar is attached to an anti-roll bar link. Each link has a spherical bearing attached at each end.
One end is attached to a bracket on the axle and secured with a locknut. The opposite end attaches through a hole
in the anti-roll bar and is also secured with a locknut. On 'active' torsion bars, the RH anti-roll bar link is attached to a
long arm which in turn is attached to the anti-roll bar.
Passive anti-roll bar
The passive anti-roll bar is a conventional anti-roll bar which opposes axle movement, reducing the effects of lateral
forces on the vehicle body.
With the conventional passive anti-roll bar, axle movement is opposed by the anti-roll bar through links attached to
the axle casing and each end of the anti-roll bar.
On vehicles with coil springs (no SLS fitted) the anti-roll bar is manufactured from 19 mm (0.74 in.) diameter spring
steel bar.
On vehicles with air springs (SLS fitted) the anti-roll bar is manufactured from 29 mm (1.14 in.) diameter spring steel
bar.
Active torsion bar
+ FRONT SUSPENSION, DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION, Description - ACE.The 'active' torsion bar is
used in conjunction with the ACE system to control body roll and directional stability giving a reduction of the effects
of lateral forces on the vehicle body over a conventional 'passive' anti-roll bar.
The torsion bar opposes axle movement by the application of a hydraulic force to oppose the lateral forces through
links attached to the axle casing and each end of the bar. The torsion bar is made from 35 mm (1.4 in.) diameter spring
steel. One end is fitted with an arm which is operated by a hydraulic actuator to oppose corning forces.
REAR SUSPENSION
64-12 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Description - SLS
General
The Self Levelling Suspension (SLS) system is an optional fitment and comprises an Electronic Control Unit (ECU),
air supply unit, two air springs and two height sensors. The SLS system only operates on the rear suspension and is
designed to keep the vehicle level to compensate for uneven loads or when towing. The system controls the gap
between the chassis and the rear axle to a tolerance of
± 0.5 mm (0.02 in). The ride height of the rear of the vehicle
can be controlled in three modes of operation; normal ride height, Off-Road Mode (ORM) and extended mode. A
transportation mode, initiated using TestBook, is also available for moving the vehicle on a trailer.
The system is controlled electronically by an ECU which is shared with the ABS system and known as the Self
Levelling and Anti-Lock Braking System (SLABS) ECU. The system operates by using an air supply unit to inflate or
deflate the air springs to maintain a constant ride height.
An accessory remote handset is available to remotely operate the SLS system to allow easier connection and
disconnection of trailers.
Two SLS system warning lamps are located in the instrument pack. The warning lamp in the bottom left corner of the
instrument pack is the SLS warning lamp. If a fault is detected in the system, the warning lamp will illuminate
continuously in an amber colour. The warning lamp also flashes in an amber colour when the remote handset is being
used. The second warning lamp, located in the top right of the instrument pack is the ORM warning lamp. When ORM
is selected the warning lamp is continuously illuminated in an amber colour. When the SLS is between standard ride
height and ORM or in extended mode, the warning lamp will flash. Standard ride height, measured between the tip of
the axle bump stop rubber and the axle, is 61.5 mm (2.42 in). ORM ride height, measured between the tip of axle
bump stop and the axle, is 100 mm (3.93 in).
A switch is located in the group of six switches on the fascia and is used to select the ORM. The switch is non-latching
and must be depressed for a minimum of 0.5 seconds to signal the ECU that ORM has been requested.
REAR SUSPENSION
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 64-15
Height sensors
1Spacer
2Link end
3Link
4Link end
5Arm
6Sensor body
Two height sensors are located on the outside of each chassis longitudinal forward of the rear axle. Each sensor body
is attached to a fabricated bracket and secured with two screws. The sensor is attached to the top of each radius arm
by an arm, a link and two link ends. The link ends allow articulation of the arm to allow for suspension travel. The lower
link arm is attached to a lug of the top of the radius arm and is secured with a bolt and locknut.
The sensor body and arm are manufactured from moulded nylon. The two link ends are made from natural rubber
and the link is made from mild steel. The rubber link ends allow flexibility of the arm and resistance to damage.
Each sensor is connected to the main chassis harness by a multiplug. The three pin multiplug provides an earth, a 5
V supply voltage and an output signal voltage to the SLABS ECU.
Each sensor operates on the Hall effect principle. A magnet is attached to the shaft and rotates with movement of the
arm. The magnetic flux generated acts on a Hall effect sensor and depending on its position varies the current across
the sensor. This current is measured and amplified and passed to the SLABS ECU as a linear output voltage signal,
which varies depending on the angular position of the sensor. The signal information is processed and the ECU can
determine the vehicle height.
When the sensors are replaced or removed for any reason, a calibration procedure is required to recalibrate the
sensors and the SLABS ECU. The calibration procedure requires the use of TestBook and calibration blocks to set
the axle to chassis height to a known value.
If faults occur with the height sensors, fault codes are stored in the SLABS ECU. The current and past fault codes can
be retrieved with TestBook.
REAR SUSPENSION
64-18 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The ECU supplies a 5 V current to each of the height sensors. Each height sensor uses the current to supply an
analogue input to the ECU. The ECU can calculate from the input received from each height sensor the height of the
vehicle and can then power the air supply unit as necessary to raise or lower one or both air springs to level the
vehicle.
When SLS compressor operation is required, the ECU provides a battery supply to energise the SLS relay located in
the engine compartment fusebox. When the relay contacts close, a 12 V supply passes through fusible link 9 in the
engine compartment fusebox, through the relay contacts and operates the air supply unit compressor. The ECU will
then supply power to operate one or both air control valve solenoids and/or the exhaust valve solenoid to inflate or
deflate the air springs as required. The compressor does not need to be powered to deflate the air springs.
The ECU also controls the operation of the SLS audible warning, the SLS warning lamp and the ORM warning lamp.
When the ignition is switched to position II, the ECU performs a three second bulb check and illuminates the SLS and
ORM warning lamps in the instrument pack to check for operation. When the system is operating or a fault is sensed
by the ECU, the ECU will operate the appropriate warning lamp and audible warning as required. The audible warning
is operated by the Body Control Unit (BCU) when it receives a signal from the SLABS ECU. The audible warning is
emitted from a speaker at the rear of the instrument pack.
Depressing the ORM switch for a minimum of 0.5 seconds, completes an earth which the ECU uses as a signal to
initiate the ORM if conditions allow. When the ECU starts ORM, the same earth that was completed by the ORM
switch is pulled to earth by the ECU to activate the ORM warning lamp. The ECU checks for a further operation of the
ORM switch by continuously and very quickly removing the earth for the ORM warning lamp. If the ORM switch is
operated for more than 0.5 seconds, the ECU will detect this and de-activate the ORM.
The SLS part of the SLABS ECU also uses the road speed data generated within the SLABS ECU by the ABS system.
Operation of ORM and extended mode are road speed sensitive and use the ABS signal to monitor the vehicle speed.
When the accessory remote handset is used for the SLS lower and raise functions, the handset transmits RF signals
which are received by the same RF receiver used for the alarm/remote door locking system. The RF receiver passes
this data as a 25 Hz PWM signal to the BCU. The BCU then transmits this data to the SLABS ECU as raise or lower
data. TestBook is required to program the BCU for remote handset operation.
SLABS ECU connector pin details
Connector/Pin No. Description Input/Output
C0504
1 Battery supply Input
2 Ignition supply Input
5 K line (diagnostics) Input/Output
12 EarthInput
C0654
1 Left height sensor supply Output
2 Left height sensor earth Input
3 Left height sensor signal Input
4 Right height sensor supply Output