2007 ISUZU KB P190 warning

Engine Mechanical – V6 Page 6A1–1
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Section 6A1
Engine Mechanical – V6
ATTENTION
Before performing any service operation or other procedure described in this Section, refer to 1.1 WARNING,
CAUTION and NOTES for correct workshop practices with regard to safety and/or property damage.
1 General Information ............................................................................................................ ...................8
MY06 Update .................................................................................................................... ......................................8
1.1 WARNING, CAUTION and NOTES .................................................................................................... ...................8
Definition of WARNING, CAUT ION and NOTE Statements ............................................................................. ....8
WARNING defined ................................................................................................................ .............................8
CAUTION defined ................................................................................................................ ..............................8
NOTE defined................................................................................................................... ..................................9
1.2 Engine Components .............................................................................................................. ..............................10
Major Component Assemblies............................................................................................................................ 10
Intake Manifold Assembly ....................................................................................................... ............................11
Engine Front Cover............................................................................................................. .................................12
Camshaft Timing Components ..................................................................................................... ......................13
Camshaft Cove r Assembly........................................................................................................ ..........................14
Cylinder Head Assembly ......................................................................................................... ............................15
Oil Pump ....................................................................................................................... ........................................16
Engine Block Assembly .......................................................................................................... ............................17
Pistons, Rings, Bearing and Connecting Rod ..................................................................................... ..............18
Oil Pan Assembly............................................................................................................... ..................................19
Oil Filter Assembly ............................................................................................................ ..................................20
1.3 Engine Serial Number........................................................................................................... ...............................21
1.4 Engine Construction............................................................................................................ ................................22
Cylinder Block ................................................................................................................. .....................................22
Cylinder Heads ..................................................................................................................................................... 22
Crankshaft ..................................................................................................................... .......................................23
Pistons, Pins and Connecting Rods .............................................................................................. ....................23
Camshaft Driv e System ....................................................................................................................................... 24
1.5 Engine Lubrication System .................................................................................................................................25
Lubrication Description........................................................................................................ ...............................25
1.6 Service Notes .................................................................................................................. .....................................26
Cleanliness and Care........................................................................................................... ................................26
Replacing Engine Gaskets .................................................................................................................................. 26
Re-Using Gaskets and Applying Sealants......................................................................................... ...............26
Separating Co mponents................................................................................................................................... 26
Cleaning Gasket Surfaces ................................................................................................................................ 26
Assembling Components ................................................................................................................................. 26
Use of Room Temperature Vulcanising and Anaerobic Sealer....................................................................... .27
Room Temperature Vu lcanising Sealer............................................................................................ ................27
Anaerobic Sealer ............................................................................................................... ...............................27
Pipe Joint Compound ............................................................................................................ ...........................28
Separating Parts ............................................................................................................... ...................................28
Tools and Equipment ............................................................................................................ ..............................28
Fasteners .............................................................................................................................................................. 29
Clamp Load ..................................................................................................................... .................................29
Torque Angle and Torque to Yield Fastener s................................................................................................... 29
2 Diagnosis ...................................................................................................................... ........................30
2.1 Engine Diagnosis ............................................................................................................... ..................................30
2.2 Symptoms ....................................................................................................................... .....................................31
Strategy Based Diagnosis................................................................................................................................... 31

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Engine Mechanical – V6 Page 6A1–8
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1 General Information
The HFV6 engine features a closed vee, deep skirt die cast aluminium cylinder block with cast iron cylinder liners,
internally balanced crankcase, full length wa ter jackets and six bolt main bearing caps.
The cylinders are arranged in two banks of three with a 60 degree included angle between the two banks.
The right-hand bank of cylinders consists of number 1-3-5
cylinders and the left-hand bank of cylinders consists of
number 2-4-6.
The engine firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.
Each aluminium cylinder head is fitted with hardened valve
seats and four valves per cylinder: two intake and two
exhaust.
The valves are operated by two camshafts (DOHC) per
cylinder bank, one each for intake and exhaust valves.
The crankshaft is manufactured from forged steel. A reluctor
wheel is pressed in place onto the rear of the crankshaft for
the crankshaft position sensor.
The connecting rods are m anufactured from powdered
metal and the rod cap is separ ated during the manufacturing
process using the fractured me thod. This creates a stronger,
visually seamless rod to cap union.
Figure 6A1 – 1
MY06 Update
Throughout this Section, reference is made to 'MY06 Update' or 'Excluding MY06 Update'.
Vehicles manufactured post 14th Marc h 2007 are fitted with an updated version of the HFV6 engine. This engine
features a different timing chain, and as a result different sprocket teeth. This change also introduces the use of a new
special tool to assist in the serviceab ility of replacing the engine timing components.
All service procedures and descriptions specific to this update variation are qualified as 'MY06 Update'.
1.1 WARNING, CAUTION and NOTES
This Section contains various WARNING S, CAUTIONS and NOTE statements that y ou must observe carefully to reduce
the risk of death or injury during servic e, repair procedures or vehicle operation. Incorrect service or repair procedures
may damage the vehicle or cause operat ional faults. WARNINGS, CAUTION and NOTE statements are not exhaustive.
HOLDEN LTD can not possibly warn of a ll the potentially hazardous consequences of failure to follow these instructions.
Definition of WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE Statements
Diagnosis and repair procedures in this Section contain both general and specific WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE
statements. HOLDEN LTD is dedicated to the presentation of service information that helps the technician to diagnose
and repair the systems necessary for proper operation of the vehicle. Certain procedures may present a hazard to the
technician if they are not followed in the reco mmended manner. WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE statements are
designed to help prevent these hazards from o ccurring, but not all hazards can be foreseen.
WARNING defined
A WARNING statement immediately precedes an operating procedure or maint enance practice which, if not correctly
followed, could result in death or injury . A WARNING statement alerts you to ta ke necessary action or not to take a
prohibited action. If a WARNING statement is ignored, the following consequences may occur:
• Death or injury to the technician or other personnel working on the vehicle,
• Death or injury to other people in or near the workplace area, and / or
• Death or injury to the driver / or passenger(s) of the vehicle or other people, if the vehicle has been improperly
repaired.
CAUTION defined
A CAUTION statement immediately prec edes an operating procedure or maintenance practice which, if not correctly
followed, could result in damage to or destruction of equi pment, or corruption of data. If a CAUTION statement is
ignored, the following consequences may occur:
• Damage to the vehicle,
• Unnecessary vehicle repairs or component replacement,

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Engine Mechanical – V6 Page 6A1–70
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3.3 Oil Filter Adaptor
Remove

Disconnection of the battery affects
certain vehicle electronic systems, refer to
1.1 WARNING, CAUTION and NOTES before
disconnecting the battery.
1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
2 Disconnect the wiring harness connecto r from the oil pressure sender.

3 Remove the oil filter adaptor attaching bolts (2), four
places.
4 Remove the oil filter adaptor and discard the gasket (3).
5 Clean the surfaces of t he adaptor and cylinder block.

• Do not use a screwdriver or similar to
prise the oil filter adapter from the engine
as damage to the sealing surface may
occur.
• If required, use a rubber mallet to tap the
oil filter adapter to loosen the
components prior to separating.
Tapping should be done at bends,
corners or reinforced areas to prevent
distortion of parts.
Figure 6A1 – 27
Reinstall
Reinstallation of the oil filter adaptor is the reverse of the remo val procedure, noting the following:
1 A new gasket must be used.
2 Loosely install the oil filter adaptor attaching bolts, then tighten all fast eners to the correct torque specification.
Oil filter adaptor attaching bolt
torque specificatio n ...................................20.0- 26.0 Nm

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Engine Mechanical – V6 Page 6A1–77
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3.9 Upper Intake Manifold
The intake manifold comprises of an upper and lower section. Some service procedures only require the removal of the
upper intake manifold (e.g. fuel injector/spark plug servicing), while other servic e procedures require the removal of both
the upper and lower manifold as a complete assembly (e .g. cylinder head/s). If the complete assembly needs to be
removed, refer to 3.10 Intake Manifold Assembly – Complete .
Remove

Disconnection of the battery affects
certain vehicle electronic systems. Refer to
1.1 WARNING, CAUTION and NOTES before
disconnecting the battery.
1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
2 Remove the air intake duct (1) and hose (2), refer to
Section 6C1-3 Engine Management – V6 – Service
Operations .

Figure 6A1 – 34

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Engine Mechanical – V6 Page 6A1–83
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3.10 Intake Manifold Assembly – Complete
The intake manifold comprises of an upper and lower section. Some service procedures only require the removal of the
upper intake manifold (e.g. fuel injector/spark plug servicing), while other servic e procedures require the removal of both
the upper and lower manifold as a complete assembly (e.g . cylinder head/s). If only the upper intake manifold needs to
be removed, refer to 3.9 Upper Intake Manifold .
Remove

Disconnection of the battery affects
certain vehicle electronic systems. Refer to
1.1 WARNING, CAUTION and NOTES before
disconnecting the battery.
1 Depressurise the fuel system.
2 Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
3 Remove the air intake duc t (1) and hose (2), refer to
Section 6C1-3 Engine Management – V6 – Service
Operations .


Figure 6A1 – 43

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Engine Mechanical – V6 Page 6A1–91
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3.11 Exhaust Manifold Assembly
Remove

Allow the engine to cool before commencing.

Disconnection of the battery affects
certain vehicle electronic systems, refer to
1.1 WARNING, CAUTION and NOTES before
disconnecting the battery.
1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
2 Remove the oxygen sensor harness connector (1) from the retaining bracket.
3 Disconnect the oxygen sensor wiring harness connector from the engine wiring harness connector
(2).
4 Unclip the oxygen sensor wiring harness retaining clip and move aside.
5 For the left-hand side: Remove the oil level indicator tube.
6 Raise the front of the vehicle and place on stands,
refer to Section 0A General Information .
7 Working from under the vehicle, remove the two exhaust manifold to exhaust pipe flange nuts, refer to
Section 6F Exhaust System - V6 .
Figure 6A1 – 56
8 Remove the three bolts attaching the exhaust manifold outer heat shield (1) to the exhaust manifold
(2).

Figure 6A1 – 57

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Engine Mechanical – V6 Page 6A1–253
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k Timing chains, tensioners, shoes, guides & sprockets, refer to 3.16 Timing Chains, Tensioners, Shoes and
Guides .
l Cylinder head assemblies, refer to 3.22 Cylinder Head Assembly.
m Oil pan assembly, refer to 4.2 Oil Pan and Oil Pump Suction Pipe Assembly .
n Piston and connecting rod assemblies, refer to 4.5 Pistons, Pins, Rings, Connecting Rods and Big-end
Bearings .
o Crankshaft assembly, refer to 4.6 Crankshaft and Main Bearings.
p Piston oil nozzles, refer 4.5 Pistons, Pins, Rings, Connecting Rods and Big-end Bearings .
Reassemble
Reassembly of the engine assembly is the reverse of the disassembly procedure.
Reinstall
Reinstallation of the engine assembly is the revers e to the removal procedure, noting the following:
NOTE
Refer to 6 Torque Wrench Specifications for the
correct torque specifications.
1 Tighten the fasteners to the co rrect torque specification.
Engine ground connector bolt
torque specificat ion ............................................ 10.0 Nm
Power steering high pressure line
attaching bolt torque specification ............. 8.0 – 12.0 Nm
Power steering high pressure line
flare nut torque specif ication ................... 25. 0 – 35.0 Nm
Engine mount to frame attaching bolt
torque specification ................................. 44. 0 – 60.0 Nm
Knock Sensor Attaching Nut
torque specification ............................................ 23.0 Nm
2 Use only the specified engine lubricant type and quantity. It is recommended that a fluorescent oil dye, such as that
contained in J 28481-B, be added to assist in any future oil leak diagnosis.
3 Fill the cooling system with the corre ct quantity and grade of coolant, refer to Section 6B1 Engine Cooling – V6.
4 Check transmission fluid level, replenishing as required, using the specified lubricant for the transmission fitted,
refer to Section 7C1 Automatic – 4L60E – General Information .
5 Disable the ignition system, refer to Section 6C1-3 Engine Management – V6 – Service Operations.
6 Crank the engine several times. Listen for any unusual noises or evidence that parts are binding.
7 Enable the ignition system. Start t he engine and listen for any unusual noises.
8 Check the vehicle oil pressure gauge or warning indica tor and confirm the engine has acceptable oil pressure. If
required, install an oil pressure gauge and m easure the engine oil pressure, refer to 2.19 Engine Oil Pressure
Diagnosis .
9 Run the engine at about 1,000 r. p.m. until the engine has reached normal operating temperature.
10 Listen for any unusual noises.
11 Check for oil, fuel, coolant and exhaust leaks wh ile the engine is running, correcting as required.
12 Perform a final inspection for correct engine oil and coolant levels.


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Engine Cooling – V6 Engine Page 6B1–1

Section 6B1
Engine Cooling – V6
ATTENTION
Before performing any Service Operation or other procedure described in this Section, refer to 1.1 WARNING,
CAUTION and NOTES for correct workshop practices with regard to safety and/or property damage.
1 General Information ............................................................................................................ ...................3
1.1 WARNING, CAUTION and NOTES ..................................................................................................... ................... 4
1.2 Definition of WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE Statements ......................................................................... .. 4
WARNING defined ............................................................................................................................................. 4
CAUTION defined .............................................................................................................................................. 4
NOTE defined..................................................................................................................................................... 4
2 General Description ............................................................................................................ ...................5
2.1 Radiator Assembly .............................................................................................................. .................................. 5
2.2 Cooling Fan – Standard Specification.................................................................................................................. 7
Overview ................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Cooling Fan and Shroud Assembly ................................................................................................ .................... 8
Fan Motor ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
Fan Operation .................................................................................................................. .................................. 8
V6 Cooling Fan Wiring Diagram .................................................................................................. ....................... 9
Fan Assembly connector .................................................................................................................................. 10
2.3 Coolant Pump....................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.4 Coolant Outlet Housing ......................................................................................................... .............................. 11
2.5 Thermostat ........................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.6 Coolant Filler Cap ............................................................................................................. ................................... 13
2.7 Coolant Recovery Reservoir ..................................................................................................... .......................... 14
2.8 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor .............................................................................................. ................... 15
3 Service Operations ...............................................................................................................................16
3.1 Service Notes ....................................................................................................................................................... 16
Safety .................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Periodic Servicing............................................................................................................. ................................... 16
Environmental Issues ........................................................................................................... ............................... 16
3.2 Coolant Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................... 17
Topping Up the Cooling System.................................................................................................. ....................... 18
Testing Coolant Concentration........................................................................................................................... 18
Method 1 – Refractometer................................................................................................................................ 18
Method 2 – Hydrometer.................................................................................................................................... 21
3.3 Draining and Filling Cooling System ............................................................................................ ..................... 22
Draining ................................................................................................................................................................ 22
Filling .................................................................................................................................................................... 22
3.4 Cleaning Cooling System ........................................................................................................ ............................ 25
Cooling System Reverse Flush ................................................................................................... ....................... 25
Radiator............................................................................................................................................................ 25
Engine .............................................................................................................................................................. 26
Heater Hoses and Core.......................................................................................................... .......................... 27
3.5 Drive Belt Tension ............................................................................................................................................... 28
Inspect .................................................................................................................................................................. 29
3.6 Coolant Hoses ...................................................................................................................................................... 30
3.7 Pressure Testing ............................................................................................................... ................................... 31
Coolant Filler Cap Pressure Testing ............................................................................................ ...................... 31

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