RFD-18
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REAR FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY
1. Apply red lead to the drive gear.
NOTE:
Apply red lead to both faces of three to four gears, at four loca-
tions evenly spaced on the drive gear.
2. Rotate the drive gear back and forth several times. Then check
for correct drive pinion to drive gear tooth contact as shown.
CAUTION:
Check tooth contact on drive side and reverse side.
3. If the tooth contact is improperly adjusted, follow the procedure
below to adjust the pinion height (dimension X).
• If the tooth contact is near the face (face contact), or near the heel
(heel contact), use a thicker drive pinion height adjusting washers
to move the drive pinion closer to the drive gear.
Refer to RFD-32, "
Inspection and Adjustment".
• If the tooth contact is near the flank (flank contact), or near the toe
(toe contact), use a thinner drive pinion height adjusting washers to
move the drive pinion farther from the drive gear.
Refer to RFD-32, "
Inspection and Adjustment".
SPD357
SDIA0570E
SDIA0517E
PDIA0440E
PDIA0441E
REAR FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY
RFD-23
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5. Press the drive pinion assembly (with rear inner bearing race
and collapsible spacer) out of the gear carrier.
CAUTION:
Do not drop drive pinion assembly.
6. Remove the front oil seal.
CAUTION:
Do not damage gear carrier.
7. Remove the drive pinion front bearing inner race.
8. Remove the drive pinion rear bearing inner race and drive pinion
height adjusting washer using Tool.
9. Remove the drive pinion front and rear bearing outer races by
tapping them uniformly using suitable tool.
CAUTION:
Do not damage gear carrier.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Clean the disassembled parts. Then inspect the parts for wear or damage. If wear or damage are found, follow
the measures below.
Drive Pinion and Drive Gear
• If the drive pinion and drive gear teeth do not mesh or line-up correctly, determine the cause and adjust,
repair, or replace as necessary.
• If the drive pinion or drive gear are worn, cracked, damaged, pitted or chipped (by friction) noticeably,
replace with new drive pinion and drive gear.
• Drive pinion and drive gear are supplied in matched sets only. Matching numbers on both drive pinion and
drive gear are etched for verification. If a new drive pinion and drive gear set are being used, verify the num-
bers of each drive pinion and drive gear before proceeding with assembly.
Bearing
• If bearings are chipped (by friction), pitted, worn, rusted, scratched, or unusual noise is coming from bearing,
replace with new bearing assembly (as a new set).
• Bearing must be replaced with a new one whenever disassembled.
Side Gear and Pinion Mate Gear
• If any cracks or damage are found on the surface of the teeth, replace with new one.
• If any worn or chipped marks are found on the side of the side gear and pinion mate gear which contact the
thrust washer, replace with new one.
• Replace both side gear and pinion mate gear as a set when replacing side gear or pinion mate gear.
Side Gear Thrust Washer and Pinion Mate Thrust Washer
• If any chips (by friction), damage, or unusual wear are found, replace with new one.
SPD892
Tool number: : ST30021000 ( — )
S-PD179
SDIA0817E
RFD-26
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REAR FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY
7. If the pulling force is outside the specification, use a thicker or
thinner side bearing adjusting washer to adjust. Refer to RFD-
32, "Inspection and Adjustment".
CAUTION:
Select a side bearing adjusting washer for right and left
individually.
8. Record the total amount of washer thickness required for the correct side bearing preload torque.
ASSEMBLY
Drive Pinion Assembly
1. Install the drive pinion front and rear bearing outer races using
Tools.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse drive pinion front and rear bearing outer race.
2. Select a drive pinion height adjusting washer. Refer to RFD-32, "
Inspection and Adjustment".
3. Install the selected drive pinion height adjusting washer to the
drive pinion. Press the drive pinion rear bearing inner race to it
using Tool.
CAUTION:
• Install the drive pinion height adjusting washer in the
proper direction as shown.
• Do not reuse drive pinion rear bearing inner race.If the pulling force is less than the specification:
Use a thicker side bearing adjusting washer.
If the pulling force is greater than the specification:
Use a thinner side bearing adjusting washer.
SPD772
Tool number A: ST15310000 ( — )
B: ST35325000 ( — )
C: ST30621000 ( — )
SPD992
Tool number : ST30022000 ( — )
SPD377
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
Drive Pinion Height Adjusting Washer
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
Side Bearing Adjusting Washer
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.Thickness Part number*
1.75 (0.0688)
1.80 (0.0708)
1.85 (0.0728)38424 7S000
38424 7S001
38424 7S002
Thickness Part number* Thickness Part number*
2.59 (0.1020)
2.61 (0.1028)
2.63 (0.1035)
2.65 (0.1043)
2.67 (0.1051)
2.69 (0.1059)
2.71 (0.1067)
2.73 (0.1075)
2.75 (0.1083)
2.77 (0.1091)38154 40P00
38154 40P01
38154 40P02
38154 40P03
38154 40P04
38154 40P05
38154 40P06
38154 40P07
38154 40P08
38154 40P092.79 (0.1098)
2.81 (0.1106)
2.83 (0.1114)
2.85 (0.1122)
2.87 (0.1130)
2.89 (0.1138)
2.91 (0.1146)
2.93 (0.1154)
2.95 (0.1161)
2.97 (0.1169)38154 40P10
38154 40P11
38154 40P12
38154 40P13
38154 40P14
38154 40P15
38154 40P16
38154 40P17
38154 40P18
38154 40P19
Thickness Part number* Thickness Part number*
2.00 (0.0787)
2.05 (0.0807)
2.10 (0.0827)
2.15 (0.0846)
2.20 (0.0866)
2.25 (0.0886)
2.30 (0.0906)38453 40P00
38453 40P01
38453 40P02
38453 40P03
38453 40P04
38453 40P05
38453 40P062.35 (0.0925)
2.40 (0.0945)
2.45 (0.0965)
2.50 (0.0984)
2.55 (0.1004)
2.60 (0.1024)38453 40P07
38453 40P08
38453 40P09
38453 40P10
38453 40P11
38453 40P12
RSU-1
SUSPENSION
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REAR SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION ............................2
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ...................................................................
2
Precaution for Rear Suspension ...............................2
PREPARATION ...................................................3
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................3
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................
4
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ......................................4
CAN COMMUNICATION .....................................5
System Description ...................................................5
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ......................................6
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and
Accurate Repair ........................................................
6
Component Parts and Harness Connector Loca-
tion ............................................................................
8
Wiring Diagram - A/SUSP - .......................................9
Basic Inspection ......................................................10
Chek Suspension Indicator Lamp Timing ...............11
Control Unit Input/Output Signal Standard ..............11
CONSULT-II Function (AIR LEVELIZER) ...............11
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SELF-DIAG-
NOSTIC ITEMS ..................................................
14
Height Sensor System Inspection ...........................14
Exhaust Valve Solenoid System Inspection ............15
Compressor Motor, Compressor Motor Relay and
Circuit Inspection .....................................................
17
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES FOR SYMPTOMS ......19
Load Leveling Rear Air Suspension System Does
Not Operate .............................................................
19
Chek Suspension Indicator Lamp Stays On When
Ignition Switch Is Turned On ...................................
20
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ...................21
Component ..............................................................21
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service .........................22
Wheel AlignmentInspection .....................................23
REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER .......................26
Removal and Installation .........................................26
SHOCK ABSORBER ........................................30
Removal and Installation .........................................30
SUSPENSION ARM ..........................................31
Removal and Installation .........................................31
FRONT LOWER LINK .......................................33
Removal and Installation .........................................33
REAR LOWER LINK & COIL SPRING .............35
Removal and Installation .........................................35
STABILIZER BAR .............................................37
Removal and Installation .........................................37
REAR LOAD LEVELING AIR SUSPENSION
COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY ............................
38
Removal and Installation .........................................38
HEIGHT SENSOR .............................................40
Removal and Installation .........................................40
CONTROL UNIT ................................................42
Removal and Installation .........................................42
Initialization Procedure ............................................42
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
43
Wheel Alignment .....................................................43
Ball Joint ..................................................................43
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1) ................................44
RSU-6
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and Accurate RepairINFOID:0000000003532657
INTRODUCTION
The rear load leveling air suspension system uses an electronic con-
trol unit to control major functions. The control unit accepts input sig-
nals from the height sensor and controls compressor and exhaust
valve operation.
It is much more difficult to diagnose a rear load leveling air suspen-
sion system problem that occurs intermittently rather than continu-
ously. Most intermittent problems are caused by poor electrical
connections or faulty wiring. In this case, careful checking of suspi-
cious circuits may help prevent the replacement of good parts.
Before undertaking actual checks, take just a few minutes to talk with
a customer who approaches with an air suspension system com-
plaint. The customer is a very good source of information on such
problems, especially intermittent ones. Through discussion with the
customer, find out what symptoms are present and under what con-
ditions they occur.
Start your diagnosis by looking for basic mechanical problems first.
This is one of the best ways to troubleshoot concerns on an air sus-
pension system equipped vehicle. Also check related Service Bulle-
tins for information.
CLARIFY CONCERN
• A customer's description of a vehicle concern may vary depending
on the individual. It is important to clarify the customer's concern.
• Ask the customer about what symptoms are present under what
conditions. Use this information to reproduce the symptom.
SEF233G
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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POWER SYSTEM TERMINAL LOOSENESS AND BATTERY INSPECTION
Make sure the battery positive cable, negative cable and ground connection are not loose. In addition, make
sure the battery is sufficiently charged.
CK SUSP INDICATOR LAMP INSPECTION
1. Make sure the CK SUSP indicator lamp turns on for approximately 2 seconds when the ignition switch is
turned ON. If it does not, check the combination meter. Refer to DI-5
.
2. Make sure the lamp turns off approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON. If the lamp
does not turn off, conduct self-diagnosis of the suspension control unit.
3. After conducting the self-diagnosis, be sure to erase the error memory. Refer to RSU-11, "
CONSULT-II
Function (AIR LEVELIZER)" .
Chek Suspension Indicator Lamp TimingINFOID:0000000003532661
X: ON
—: OFF
Control Unit Input/Output Signal StandardINFOID:0000000003532662
CONSULT-II Function (AIR LEVELIZER)INFOID:0000000003532663
CONSULT-II can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
CONSULT-II START PROCEDURE
Refer to GI-36, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure".
ConditionCK SUSP
indicator lampRemarks
Ignition switch OFF – –
Ignition switch ON X Turns off after approximately 2 seconds.
Te r m i n a l
No.Wire color Item ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
1 V Compressor relay output
Ignition switch ON or STARTBattery voltage
3 W Height sensor signal input 0.2V - 4.8V
5 R Reference voltage 5V
6 G/R Ignition power
Battery voltage
7W/LBattery power —
8 G/W Diagnostic K-line — —
9 SB Exhaust valve output Ignition switch ON or START Battery voltage
10 BR Warning lamp output — —
14 L Height sensor ground — —
15 BR/W Generator L signal input Engine running —
16 B Suspension control unit ground — 0V
AIR LEVELIZER
diagnostic modeDescription
WORK SUPPORTSupports inspections and adjustments. Commands are transmitted to the BCM for setting the status
suitable for required operation, input/output signals are received from the BCM and received data is
displayed.
SELF-DIAG RESULTS Displays suspension control unit self-diagnosis results.
DATA MONITOR Displays suspension control unit input/output data in real time.
ACTIVE TEST Operation of electrical loads can be checked by sending drive signal to them.
ECU PART NUMBER Suspension control unit part number can be read.
RSU-12
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Display Item List
WORK SUPPORT
Display Item List
DATA MONITOR
Display Item List
Self-diagnostic item Malfunction detecting condition Check system
Vehicle height sensor
[C1801]Vehicle height sensor voltage is less than 0.2V or greater than
4.8V for more than 60 seconds.Refer to RSU-14, "
Height
Sensor System Inspection" .
Compressor relay
[C1802]1. Driving transistor for compressor relay is off and monitor
voltage continues high level for more than 10 seconds.
2. Driving transistor for compressor relay is on and monitor
voltage continues low level for more than 5 seconds.Refer to RSU-17, "
Compres-
sor Motor, Compressor Motor
Relay and Circuit Inspection"
.
Exhaust solenoid
[C1803]1. Driving transistor for exhaust solenoid is off and monitor volt-
age continues high level for more than 10 seconds.
2. Driving transistor for exhaust solenoid is on and monitor volt-
age continues low level for more than 5 seconds.Refer to RSU-15, "
Exhaust
Valve Solenoid System In-
spection" .
Vehicle height adjusting trouble
(compressor)
[C1804]Continuous compressor relay ON time is more than 120 seconds.Refer to RSU-17, "
Compres-
sor Motor, Compressor Motor
Relay and Circuit Inspection"
.
Vehicle height adjusting trouble
(exhaust solenoid)
[C1805]Continuous exhaust solenoid ON time is more than 120 seconds.Refer to RSU-15, "
Exhaust
Valve Solenoid System In-
spection" .
Vehicle height sensor locking trou-
ble
[C1806]Output sensor voltage variation ±0.02V is more than 100 hour
when vehicle height range is normal.Refer to RSU-14, "
Height
Sensor System Inspection".
Sensor 5V trouble
[C1807]Sensor reference voltage is less than 0.8V or more than 6V for 20
seconds.Refer to RSU-14, "
Height
Sensor System Inspection".
Integral time trouble by supplying
air
[C1808]Integral discontinuous time on the compressor is more than 180
seconds.Refer to RSU-17, "
Compres-
sor Motor, Compressor Motor
Relay and Circuit Inspec-
tion".
Item Description Condition
STANDARD HEIGHT LEVELResets the vehicle height to the initialization flag set-
ting stored in the suspension control unit.Vehicle unladen RSU-44, "
Wheelarch Height
(Unladen*1)" , set in a horizontal position and
not moving.
NOTE:
Do not take your eyes off the vehicle while
CONSULT-II is processing.
ADJUST HEIGHT INISets the height initialization flag in the suspension
control unit when the control unit has been replaced
or when the initialization flag has been cleared using
the "CLEAR HEIGHT INI" procedure.Vehicle unladen RSU-44, "
Wheelarch Height
(Unladen*1)" . Move vehicle forward and back-
ward approx. 5 m (16.4 ft) and rock vehicle from
side to side.
NOTE:
Do not move vehicle while CONSULT-II is pro-
cessing.
CLEAR HEIGHT INIClears the initialization flag in the suspension control
unit.Vehicle unladen RSU-44, "
Wheelarch Height
(Unladen*1)" .