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ENGINE COOLING 6B-3
Service Precaution
CAUTION:
Always use the correct fastener in the proper location.
When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part
number for that application. ISUZU will call out those
fasteners that require a replacement after removal. ISUZU
will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers
or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do
not use supplemental coatings (Paints, greases, or other
corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener
joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect
the fastener torque and the joint clamping force, and may
damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the
correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following
these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts
and systems.
Water pump
The water pump is centrifugal type and is driven by timing belt.
Thermostat
The thermostat is a bypass type and is a wax pellet type with a
air hole.
110RS001
Radiator
The radiator is a flow type with corrugated fins.
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6B-4 ENGINE COOLING
Antifreeze Solution
Calculating mixing ratio
Mixing ratio
= Antifreeze solution (Lit/gal.)
Antifreeze solution (Lit/gal.) + Water (Lit/gal.)
NOTE: Antifreeze solution + Water = Total cooling system
capacity.
Total Cooling System Capacity
5.7Lit
Mixing ratio
Check the specific gravity of engine coolant in the cooling
system temperature ranges from 0C to 50C using a
suction type hydrometer, then determine the density of the
engine coolant by referring to the table.
NOTE: The LLC is 50% at all environment in order to prevent
the corrosion of cooling system parts.
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ENGINE COOLING 6B-5
Diagnosis
Engine Cooling Trouble
Condition Possible cause Correction
Engine overheating Low Engine Coolant level Replenish
Thermo mater unit faulty Replace
Faulty thermostat Replace
Faulty Engine Coolant temperature
sensor Repair or replace
Clogged radiator Clean or replace
Faulty radiator cap Replace
Low engine oil level or use of
improper engine oil Replenish or change oil
Clogged exhaust system Clean exhaust system or replace
faulty parts
Faulty Throttle Position sensor Replace throttle valve assembly
Open or shorted Throttle Position
sensor circuit Repair or replace
Damaged cylinder head gasket Replace
Loosen V-belt tension Adjust belt tension or replace.
Collapsed hoses Replace
Faulty Fan clutch Replace
Engine overcooling Faulty thermostat Replace
Engine slow to warm-up Faulty thermostat Replace
Thermo unit faulty Replace
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6B-6 ENGINE COOLING
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 "MIN" and "MAX" lines of
reserve tank when the engine is cold. If low, check for leakage
and add EC up to the "MAX" 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 at the bottom of the radiator.
2. Remove the radiator cap.
WARNING: TO AVOID THE DANGER OF BEING 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.
5. Fill the radiator to the base of the filler neck.
Fill the EC reserve tank to "MAX" line when the engine is
cold.
6. Block the drive wheels and firmly apply the parking brake.
Shift an automatic transmission to "P" (Park) or a manual
transmission to neutral.
7. Remove the radiator cap. Start the engine and warm it up a
t
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
"MAX" 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 heate
r
core (behind the center console).
11. If the running water sound is heard, repeat steps 8 to 10.
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ENGINE COOLING 6B-7
Water Pump
Water Pump and Associated Parts
Legend
1 Water Pump Assembly 2 O-Ring
3 Bolt
2 3 1
Removal
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Drain coolant.
3. Disconnect radiator hose (on inlet pipe side).
4. Remove timing belt, refer to "Timing Belt" in this manual.
5. Remove water pump assembly.
Inspection
Make necessary repair and parts replacement if extreme wear
or damage is found during inspection. Should any of the
following problems occur, the entire water pump assembly
must be replaced:
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6B-8 ENGINE COOLING
Crack in the water pump body
EC leakage from the seal unit
Play or abnormal noise in the bearing
Cracks or corrosion in the impeller
Installation
1. Before installing water pump, coat sealing surface with
silicon grease.
2. Install water pump assembly and tighten bolts to the
specified torque.
Torque: 25 N
m (2.5 kgf
m)
3. Timing belt
Install timing belt, refer to timing belt installation step in
"Timing Belt" in this manual.
4. Connect radiator hose and replenish EC.
5. Connect battery ground cable.
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ENGINE COOLING 6B-9
Thermostat
Removal
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Drain engine coolant from the radiator and engine.
3. Disconnect radiator hose from the inlet pipe.
4. Remove thermostat housing.
5. Remove thermostat from thermostat housing.
Inspection
Suspend the thermostat in a water-filled container using thin
wire. Place a thermometer next to the thermostat.
Do not directly heat the thermostat.
Gradually increase the water temperature. Stir the water so
that the entire water is same temperature.
Confirm the temperature when the valve first begins to open.
Valve opening temperature 92
C (197.6
F)
Confirm the temperature when the valve is fully opened.
Valve full open temperature 107
C(224.6
F)
Make necessary repair and parts replacement if extreme wear
or damage is found during inspection.
Installation
1. Before installing thermostat, coat sealing surface with
silicon grease.
2. Install O-ring.
3. Install thermostat housing and tighten bolts to the specified
torque.
Torque: 15 N
m (1.5 kgf
m)
4. Installation rubber hose.
5. Replenish engine coolant (EC).
6. Start engine and check for EC leakage.
Fan Clutch with Cooling Fan
Inspection and Repair
Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear,
damage or any other abnormal condition are found through
inspection.
Visually inspect for damage, leak (silicon grease) or other
abnormal conditions.
1. Inspection (on-vehicle)
1) Turn the fan clutch by hand when in a low temperature
condition before starting the engine, and confirm that it
can be turned readily.
2) Start the engine to warm it up until the temperature at the
fan clutch portion gets to around 80C. Then stop the
engine and confirm that the fan clutch can be turned with
considerable effort (clutch torque) when turned by hand.
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6B-10 ENGINE COOLING
If the fan clutch rotates more readily, however, this
indicates that the silicon grease is leaking internally.
Replace the fan clutch with a new one.
2. Inspection (in unit)
Warm up the bimetal of the fan clutch by using the heat gun
until the temperature gets to about 80C when measured
with the thermistor. Then confirm that the fan clutch can be
turned with considerable effort (clutch torque).
If the fan clutch retates more readily at this time, this
indicates that the silicon grease is leaking internally.
Replace the fan clutch with a new one.