2004 ISUZU TF SERIES service

5A-20 BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) System

ABS has the EBD function. EBD is a function which
controls braking force distribution of a front wheel and a
rear wheel, and makes brake fluid pressure of a rear
wheel the optimal. If the rate of a slip of a rear wheel
becomes large more than fixed compared with a front
wheel about the rate of a slip in order to perform
braking force distribution of a front wheel and a rear
wheel, the brake fluid pressure of a rear wheel will be
controlled. EBD enables it to always utilize the braking
power of a rear wheel for the maximum according to
the load change concerning the back axis by vehicles
loading states (No luggage, loading, etc.), deceleration,
etc. Brake fluid pressure control to a rear wheel is
performed by the EBD function which used the ABS
function without the mechanical proportioning valve.
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Brake Pedal Travel
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-lock Brake System may
be stopped by applying normal force to the brake pedal.
Although there is no need to push the pedal beyond the
point where it stops or holds the vehicle, by applying
more force the pedal will continue to travel toward the
floor.
This extra brake pedal travel is normal.

Acronyms and Abbreviations
Several acronyms and abbreviations are commonly
used throughout this section:
ABS
Anti-lock Brake System
CKT
Circuit
DLC
Data Link Connector
EBD
Electronic Brake-force Distribution
EHCU
Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit
FL
Front Left
FR
Front Right
GEN
Generator
H/U
Hydraulic Unit
MV
Millivolts
RR
Rear
RPS
Revolution per Second
VDC
DC Volts
VAC
AC Volts
W/L
Warning Lamp
WSS
Wheel Speed Sensor

General Diagnosis
General Information
ABS troubles can be classified into two types, those
which can be detected by the ABS warning lamp and
those which can be detected as a vehicle abnormality
by the driver.
In either case, locate the fault in accordance with the
“BASIC DIAGNOSTIC FLOWCHART” and repair.
Please refer to Section 5C for the diagnosis of
mechanical troubles such as brake noise, brake judder
(brake pedal or vehicle vibration felt when braking),
uneven braking, and parking brake trouble.

ABS Service Precautions
Required Tools and Items:

Box Wrench
 Brake Fluid

Special Tool
Some diagnosis procedures in this section require the
installation of a special tool.

5-8840-0366-0 High Impedance Multimeter
When circuit measurements are requested, use a
circuit tester with high impedance.

BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM 5A-21

Computer System Service Precautions
The Anti-lock Brake System and Electronic Brake-force
Distribution interfaces directly with the Electronic
Hydraulic Control Unit (EHCU) which is a control
computer that is similar in some regards to the Engine
Control Module. These modules are designed to
withstand normal current draws associated with vehicle
operation. However, care must be taken to avoid
overloading any of the EHCU circuits. In testing for
opens or shorts, do not ground or apply voltage to any
of the circuits unless instructed to do so by the
appropriate diagnostic procedure. These circuits should
only be tested with a high impedance multimeter
5-8840-0366-0 or special tools as described in this
section. Power should never be removed or applied to
any control module with the ignition in the “ON”
position.
Before removing or connecting battery cables, fuses or
connectors, always turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position.

General Service Precautions
The following are general precautions which should be
observed when servicing and diagnosing the Anti-lock
Brake System and/or other vehicle systems. Failure to
observe these precautions may result in Anti-lock Brake
System and Electronic Brake-force Distribution
damage.
 If welding work is to be performed on the vehicle
using an electric arc welder, the EHCU and valve
block connectors should be disconnected before
the welding operation begins.
 The EHCU and valve block connectors should
never be connected or disconnected with the
ignition “ON”.
Note:
 If only rear wheels are rotated using jacks or drum
tester, the system will diagnose a speed sensor
malfunction and the “ABS and Brake” warning lamp
will illuminate. But actually no trouble exists. When
the DTC is not detected and the ABS and BRAKE
warning lamp is on, “How to erase code” is
performed and a ABS and BRAKE warning lamp
are off.
If the battery has been discharged
The engine may stall if the battery has been completely
discharged and the engine is started via jumper cables.
This is because the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) System
requires a large quantity of electricity. In this case, wait
until the battery is recharged, or set the ABS and EBD
to a non-operative state by removing the fuse for the
ABS. After the battery has been recharged, stop the
engine and install the ABS fuse. Start the engine again,
and confirm that the ABS warning Lamp does not light.
Note on Intermittents
As with virtually any electronic system, it is difficult to
identify an intermittent failure. In such a case
duplicating the system malfunction during a test drive or
a good description of vehicle behavior from the
customer may be helpful in locating a “most likely”
failed component or circuit. The symptom diagnosis
chart may also be useful in isolating the failure. Most
intermittent problems are caused by faulty electrical
connections or wiring. When an intermittent failure is
encountered, check suspect circuits for:
 Suspected harness damage.
 Poor mating of connector halves or terminals not
fully seated in the connector body (backed out).
 Improperly formed or damaged terminals.

Test Driving ABS Complaint Vehicles
In case that there has been an abnormality in the
lighting pattern of “ABS” warning lamp, the fault can be
located in accordance with the “DIAGNOSIS BY “ABS”
WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATION PATTERN”. In case
of such trouble as can be detected by the driver as a
vehicle symptom, however, it is necessary to give a test
drive following the test procedure mentioned below,
thereby reproducing the symptom for trouble diagnosis
on a symptom basis:
1.
Start the engine and make sure that the “ABS” W/L
goes OFF. If the W/L remains ON, it means that
the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) is stored.
Therefore, read the code and locate the fault.
Note: The DTC cannot be cleared if the vehicle speed
does not exceed about 6km/h (4mph) at DTC, even
though the repair operation is completed.
2. Start the vehicle and accelerate to about 30 km/h
(19 mph) or more.
3. Slowly brake and stop the vehicle completely.
4. Then restart the vehicle and accelerate to about 40
km/h (25 mph) or more.
5. Brake at a time so as to actuate the ABS and stop
the vehicle.
6. Be cautious of abnormality during the test. If the
W/L is actuated while driving, read the DTC and
locate the fault.
7. If the abnormality is not reproduced by the test,
make best efforts to reproduce the situation
reported by the customer.
8. If the abnormality has been detected, repair in
accordance with the “SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS” .
Note:

Be sure to give a test drive on a wide, even road
with a small traffic.
 If an abnormality is detected, be sure to suspend
the test and start trouble diagnosis at once.

BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM 5A-23

Tech 2 Scan Tool
From 98 MY, Isuzu dealer service departments are
recommended to use Tech 2. Please refer to Tech 2 scan tool user guide.


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Legend

(1) PCMCIA Card (4) Tech–2
(2) SAE 16/19 Adaptor
(3) DLC Cable

5A-28 BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM

Isolation Valve Test
Purpose: The purpose of this test is to detect brake
pipe and valve line harness wire for wrong connections
and valve trouble.
This test will help you confirm the result of your repair
service including the removal/reinstallation of brake
pipe, valve line harness and valve.
Test conditions: The ignition key is in the “ON” position
with the four wheels lifted up. The brake pedal is
stepped on, released and stepped on again with the
parking brake released.
Test procedure:
1. Connect Tech 2 with the vehicle, and select
Actuaor Test from the menus.
2. Select a Solenoid Valve Test Menu from the
Actuaor Test Menus.

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3. Select Isolation Valve from the Valve Select Menus.
4. Step on the brake pedal.
5. Release the brake pedal.
6. Make sure that the Isolation Valve “ON” aimed at by
Tech 2 and the wheel locked position are the same.
If different, check brake pipe, valve line harness
wiring and H/UNIT. Repair is needed if abnormality
is found.
7. Conduct Step 2 through Step 5 above on all the
four wheels.

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CAUTION: When conducting this test, please
observe the following cautions.

1. Do not start the engine.
2. Lift up the vehicle at a level floor.





Secure a clearance from the floor surface
enough to allow the lifted tire to rotate.
3. Maintain the lift up.
4. Wipe the floor surface to remove water and oil
so that the surface may become unslippery.
5. Do not load the vehicle.





When lifting up the vehicle, be sure to
observe the lifting up points. Refer to
vehicle lifting points in 0A section.

BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM 5A-29

Dump Valve Test
Purpose: The purpose of this test is to detect brake
pipe and valve line harness wire for wrong connections
and valve trouble.
This test will help you confirm the result of your repai
r
service including the removal/reinstallation of brake
pipe, valve line harness and valve.
Test conditions: The ignition key is in the “ON” position
with the four wheels lifted up. The brake pedal is
stepped on, released and stepped on again with the
parking brake released.
Test procedure:
1. Connect Tech 2 with the vehicle, and select
Actuator Test Function from the menus.
2. Select a Solenoid Valve Test Menu from the
Actuator Test Menus.

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3. Select Dump Valve from the Valve Select Meuns.
4. Step on the brake pedal.
5. Make sure that the Dump Valve “ON” aimed at by
Tech 2 and the wheel released position are the
same. If different, check brake pipe, valve line
harness wiring and H/UNIT. Repair is needed if
abnormality is found.
6. Conduct Step 2 through Step 5 above on all the
four wheels.

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CAUTION: When conducting this test, please
observe the following cautions.

1. Do not start the engine.
2. Lift up the vehicle at a level floor.





Secure a clearance from the floor surface
enough to allow the lifted tire to rotate.
3. Maintain the lift up.
4. Wipe the floor surface to remove water and oil
so that the surface may become unslippery.
5. Do not load the vehicle.





When lifting up the vehicle, be sure to
observe the lifting up points. Refer to
vehicle lifting points in 0A section.

BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM 5A-37

Basic Inspection Procedure
1. Basic Inspection of Service Brake
Step Action
Value(s) Yes No
1 Is the fluid level normal?
- Go to Step 2 Replenish with
fluid
Go to Step 2
2 Does fluid leak?
- Repair
Go to Step 3 Go to Step 3
3 Is the booster function normal?
- Go to Step 4 Repair
Go to Step 4
4 Is the pad and rotor normal?
- Go to Step 5 Repair
Go to Step 5
5 Reconnect all components. Ensure all component
are properly mounted.
Was this step finished? - Finished Go to Step 5

2. Ground Inspection
Step Action
Value(s) Yes No
1 Does ABS related ground points normally?
- Go to Step 2 Repair
Go to Step 2
2 Reconnect all components. Ensure all component
are properly mounted.
Was this step finished? - Finished Go to Step 2

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM 5B-1

SECTION 5B
BRAKES
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
Service Precaution ...................................................................................................................... 5B – 2
Torque Specifications ................................................................................................................ 5B – 3
Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit ........................................................................................... 5B – 7
Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit and Associated Parts ............................................ 5B – 7
Removal .................................................................................................................................... 5B – 7
Installation ................................................................................................................................ 5B – 7
Front Wheel Speed Sensor ....................................................................................................... 5B – 8
Front Wheel Speed Sensor and Associated Parts ........................................................ 5B – 8
Removal .................................................................................................................................... 5B – 9
Inspection and Repair ........................................................................................................... 5B – 9
Installation ................................................................................................................................ 5B – 10
Rear Wheel Speed Sensor ........................................................................................................ 5B – 11
Rear Wheel Sensor and Associated Parts ....................................................................... 5B – 11
Removal .................................................................................................................................... 5B – 11
Inspection and Repair ........................................................................................................... 5B – 11
Installation ................................................................................................................................ 5B – 12
Front Speed Sensor Rotor ........................................................................................................ 5B – 13
Front Sensor Rotor and Associated Parts ....................................................................... 5B – 13
Removal .................................................................................................................................... 5B – 13
Inspection and Repair ........................................................................................................... 5B – 14
Installation ................................................................................................................................ 5B – 14
Rear Speed Sensor Rotor .......................................................................................................... 5B – 16
Rear Sensor Rotor and Associated Parts ........................................................................ 5B – 16
Removal .................................................................................................................................... 5B – 16
Inspection and Repair ........................................................................................................... 5B – 17
Installation ................................................................................................................................ 5B – 17
G-Sensor ........................................................................................................................................ 5B – 19
G-Sensor and Associated Parts ......................................................................................... 5B – 19

5B -2 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM

Removal .................................................................................................................................... 5B – 19
Installation ................................................................................................................................ 5B – 19
Special Tools ........................................................................................................................... 5B – 20


Service Precaution
WARNING: THIS VEHICLE HAS A SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS). REFER TO THE SRS
COMPONENT AND WIRING LOCATION VIEW IN
ORDER TO DETERMINE WHETHER YOU ARE
PERFORMING SERVICE ON OR NEAR THE SRS
COMPONENTS OR THE SRS WIRING. WHEN YOU
ARE PERFORMING SERVICE ON OR NEAR THE
SRS COMPONENTS OR THE SRS WIRING, REFER
TO THE SRS SERVICE INFORMATION. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN POSSIBLE
AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, PERSONAL INJURY, OR
OTHERWISE UNNEEDED SRS SYSTEM REPAIRS.


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.