warning ISUZU AXIOM 2002 Service User Guide

2A±34
POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
5. Loosen the inflator module fixing bolt from behind the
steering wheel assembly using a TORX) driver or
equivalent until the inflator module can be released
from steering assembly.
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6. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located
behind the inflator module.
WARNING: T H E I N F L AT O R M O D U L E S H O U L D
ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE TRIM COVER
AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD ALWAYS
BE LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE
URETHANE SIDE UP. THIS IS NECESSARY
BECAUSE FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW
THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY
EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.
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7. Disconnect horn lead.8. Remove steering wheel fixing nut.
9. Apply a setting mark (1) across the steering wheel
and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their original
position, then remove steering wheel.
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10. Move the front wheels to the straight ahead position,
then use steering wheel remover J±29752 to remove
the steering wheel.
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel
shaft using a hammer or other impact tools in an
attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering
shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
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POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM2A±35
Installation
1. Install steering wheel by aligning the setting marks
made when removing.
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel
shaft using a hammer or other impact tools in an
attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering
shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
2. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut to the specified
torque.
Torque: 34 N´m (25 lb ft)
3. Connect horn lead.
4. Support the module and carefully connect the SRS
connector.
NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic
cover (wire protector) of inflator to prevent lead wire from
being pinches.
5. Tighten bolts to specified torque.
Torque: 9 N´m (78 lb in)
6. Connect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located
under the steering column.
7. Connect the battery ª±º terminal cable.
8. Turn the ignition switch to the ªONº position and
observe the warning lamp. The lamp should flash 7
times. If the lamp does not operate correctly, refer to
Restraints section.

POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM2A±37
7. Loosen the inflator module fixing bolt from behind the
steering wheel assembly using a TORX) driver or
equivalent until the inflator module can be released
from steering assembly. Disconnect the yellow 2-way
SRS connector and horn lead located behind the
inflator module, then remove inflator module.
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WARNING: T H E I N F L AT O R M O D U L E S H O U L D
ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE TRIM COVER
AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD ALWAYS
BE LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE
URETHANE SIDE UP. THIS IS NECESSARY
BECAUSE FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW
THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY
EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.
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8. Apply a setting mark (1) across the steering wheel
and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their original
position. Move the front wheels to the straight ahead
position, then use steering wheel remover J±29752 to
remove the steering wheel.
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POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM2A±39
2. When installing the steering column cover, be sure to
route each wire harness as illustrated so that the
harnesses do not catch on any moving parts.
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Legend
(1) Steering Column Cover
(2) Starter Switch Harness
(3) Combination Switch Harness
(4) Inflator Module Harness
3. Align the setting marks made when removing then
install steering wheel.
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel
shaft using a hammer or other impact tools in an
attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering
shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
4. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut to the specified
torque.
Torque: 34 N´m (25 lb ft)
5. Support the inflator module and carefully connect the
SRS connector and horn lead.
NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic
cover (wire protector) of inflator to prevent lead wire from
being pinched.
6. Tighten bolts to specified torque.
Torque: 9 N´m (78 lb in)
7. Install driver knee bolster (reinforcement).
8. Install instrument panel lower cover then Install the
engine hood opening lever.
9. Connect the SRS connector.
10. Connect the battery ª-º terminal cable.
11. Turn the ignition switch to the ªONº position and
observe the warning lamp. The lamp should flash 7
times. If the lamp does not operate correctly, refer to
Restraints section.

2A±42
POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
WARNING: T H E I N F L AT O R M O D U L E S H O U L D
ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE TRIM COVER
AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD ALWAYS
BE LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE
URETHANE SIDE UP. THIS IS NECESSARY
BECAUSE FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW
THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY
EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.
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11. Remove steering column cover.
12. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors located
under the steering column.
13. Remove the combination switch assembly with SRS
coil.
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14. Remove snap ring.
15. Remove cushion rubber.
16. Remove shift lock cable (for A/T).
17. Disconnect the starter switch harness connector
located under the steering column then remove lock
cylinder assembly.
Installation
1. Install lock cylinder assembly.
2. Install shift lock cable (for A/T).
3. Install cushion rubber.
4. Install snap ring.
5. Install Combination switch and SRS coil assembly.
After installation of combination switch assembly,
connect the combination switch wiring harness
connector and the SRS 2-way connector located
under the steering column.
6. Turn the SRS coil counter clockwise to full, return
about 3 turns and align the neutral mark.
CAUTION: Turn the SRS coil counter clockwise
until some resistance is felt, or damage may occur to
the SRS coil.
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POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM2A±43
7. When installing the steering column cover, be sure to
wire (through each harness) as illustrated so that the
harnesses starter switch, combination switch and
SRS coil may not catch wiring.
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Legend
(1) Steering Column Cover
(2) Starter Switch Harness
(3) Combination Switch Harness
(4) Inflator Module Harness
8. Install steering wheel by aligning the setting marks
made during removal.
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel
shaft using a hammer or other impact tools in an
attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering
shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
9. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut to the specified
torque.
Torque: 34 N´m (25 lb ft)
10. Support inflator module and carefully connect the
SRS connector and horn lead, then install inflator
module.
NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic
cover (wire protector) of inflator to prevent lead wire from
being pinched.
11. Tighten fixing bolts to specified torque.
Torque: 9 N´m (78 lb in)
12. Install driver knee bolster (reinforcement).
13. Install instrument panel lower cover, then install the
engine hood opening lever.
14. Connect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located
under the steering column.
15. Connect the battery ground cable.
System Inspection
Turn the ignition switch to the ªONº position and observe
the warning lamp. The lamp should flash 7 times. If the
lamp does not operate correctly, refer to
Restraints
section.

POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM2A±45
5. Remove the engine hood opening lever, then remove
instrument panel lower cover.
6. Remove driver knee bolster (reinforcement).
7. Loosen the inflator module fixing bolt from behind the
steering wheel assembly using a TORX) driver or
equivalent until the inflator module can be released
from steering assembly.
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8. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector and
horn lead located behind the inflator module.
9. Remove inflator module.
WARNING: T H E I N F L AT O R M O D U L E S H O U L D
ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE TRIM COVER
AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD ALWAYS
BE LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE
URETHANE SIDE UP. THIS IS NECESSARY
BECAUSE FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW
THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY
EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.
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10. Apply a setting mark (1) across the steering wheel
and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their original
position. Move the front wheels to the straight ahead
position, then use steering wheel remover J±29752
to remove the steering wheel.
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11. Remove steering column cover.
12. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors located
under the steering column.

POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM2A±49
13. Install steering wheel and align the setting marks
made when removing.
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel
shaft using a hammer or other impact tools in an
attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering
shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
14. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut to the specified
torque.
Torque: 34 N´m (25 lb ft)
15. Support the module and carefully connect the module
connector and horn lead, then install inflator module.
NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic
cover (wire protector) of inflator to prevent lead wire from
being pinched.
16. Tighten bolts to specified torque.
Torque: 9 N´m (78 lb in)
17. Install driver knee bolster (reinforcement).
18. Install instrument panel lower cover.
19. Install the engine hood opening lever.
20. Connect the yellow 2-way SRS connector and horn
lead located under the steering column.
21. Connect the battery ground cable.
System Inspection
Turn the ignition switch ªONº and observe if the warning
lamp flashes 7 times. If the warning lamp does not
operate correctly, refer to
Restraints section.

FRONT SUSPENSION3C±1
AXIOM
SUSPENSION
CONTENTS
Front Suspension 3C±1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Suspension 3D±1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel and Tire System 3E±1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Intelligent Suspension Control 3F±1. . . . . . . . . . . .
FRONT SUSPENSION
CONTENTS
Service Precaution 3C±1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description 3C±2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnosis 3C±2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shock Absorber 3C±5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shock Absorber and Associated Parts 3C±5. . . .
Removal 3C±5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3C±5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3C±5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stabilizer Bar 3C±6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stabilizer Bar and Associated Parts 3C±6. . . . . .
Removal 3C±6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3C±6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3C±6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Torsion Bar 3C±7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Torsion Bar and Associated Parts 3C±7. . . . . . . .
Removal 3C±7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3C±8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3C±8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Knuckle 3C±10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Knuckle and Associated Parts 3C±10. . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 3C±10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3C±11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3C±11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Upper Control Arm 3C±13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upper Control Arm and Associated Parts 3C±13.
Removal 3C±13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3C±14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3C±14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lower Control Arm 3C±16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lower Control Arm and Associated Parts 3C±16.
Removal 3C±16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3C±17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3C±18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upper Ball Joint 3C±19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upper Ball Joint and Associated Parts 3C±19. . . .
Removal 3C±19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3C±20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3C±20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lower Ball Joint 3C±21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lower Ball Joint and Associated Parts 3C±21. . . .
Removal 3C±21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3C±22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3C±22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 3C±23. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Tools 3C±25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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.

REAR SUSPENSION3D±1
AXIOM (Vehicles Produced Before July/31/2001)
SUSPENSION
REAR SUSPENSION
CONTENTS
Service Precaution 3D±1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description 3D±1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnosis 3D±2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coil Spring 3D±5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coil Spring and Associated Parts 3D±5. . . . . . . .
Removal 3D±5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3D±6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3D±6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shock Absorber 3D±7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shock Absorber and Associated Parts 3D±7. . . .
Removal 3D±7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3D±7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3D±7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailing Link 3D±8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailing Link and Associated Parts 3D±8. . . . . . .
Removal 3D±8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3D±8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3D±9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Upper Link 3D±10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upper Link and Associated Parts 3D±10. . . . . . . .
Removal 3D±10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3D±10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3D±11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lateral Rod 3D±12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lateral Rod and Associated Parts 3D±12. . . . . . .
Removal 3D±12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3D±12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3D±13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stabilizer Bar 3D±14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stabilizer Bar and Associated Parts 3D±14. . . . . .
Removal 3D±14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 3D±14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 3D±15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 3D±16. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Tools 3D±18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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.
General Description
The rear suspension is a 5-link, coil spring type
suspension with a stabilizer bar, consisting of two trailing
links, two upper links, lateral rod, shock absorber, and
stabilizer. In this suspension, the links are specially
arranged to enable the rear axle to move freely, thereby
expanding suspension stroke, reducing friction, and
improving lateral rigidity and roll control. All these result in
improved stability, riding comfort, and rough road
maneuverability.
Each link connects the axle housing with the frame
through a runner bushing. The axle housing is supported
by the trailing links and upper links longitudinally and by
the lateral rod latitudinally.