brake ISUZU AXIOM 2002 Service Owner's Guide

WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM3E±3
Diagnosis
ConditionPossible causeCorrection
Vehicle PullsMismatched or uneven tires.Replace tire.
Tires not adequately inflated.Adjust tire pressure.
Broken or sagging springs.Replace spring.
Radial tire lateral force.Replace tire.
Improper wheel alignment.Adjust wheel alignment.
Brake dragging in one wheel.Repair brake.
Loose, bent or broken front or rear
suspension parts.Tighten or replace the appropriate
suspension part(s).
Faulty shock absorbers.Replace shock absorber.
Parts in power steering valve
defective.Replace power steering unit.
Abnormal or Excessive Tire WearSagging or broken spring.Replace spring.
Tire out of balance.Balance or replace tire.
Improper wheel alignment.Check front end alignment.
Faulty shock absorber.Replace shock absorber.
Hard driving.Replace tire.
Overloaded vehicle.Replace tire and reduce load.
Tires not rotated periodically.Replace or rotate tire.
Worn or loose road wheel bearings.Replace wheel bearing.
Wobbly wheel or tires.Replace wheel or tire.
Tires not adequately inflated.Adjust the pressure.
Wheel HopBlister or bump on tire.Replace tire.
Improper shock absorber operation.Replace shock absorber.
Shimmy, Shake or VibrationTire or wheel out of balance.Balance wheels or replace tire/or
wheel.
Loose wheel bearings.Replace wheel bearing.
Worn steering linkage ball joints.Replace ball joints.
Worn upper or lower end ball joints.Replace ball joints.
Excessive wheel runout.Repair or replace wheel and/or tire.
Blister or bump on tire.Replace tire.
Excessive loaded radial runout of
tire/wheel assembly.Replace tire or wheel.
Improper wheel alignment.Check wheel alignment.
Loose or worn steering linkage.Tighten or replace steering linkage.
Loose steering unit.Tighten steering unit.
Tires not adequately inflated.Adjust tire pressure.
Loose, bent or broken front or rear
suspension parts.Tighten or replace the appropriate
suspension parts.
Faulty shock absorber.Replace shock absorber.
Hub bearing preload misadjustment.Adjust preload.
Parts in power steering valve
defective.Replace power steering unit.

WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM3E±5
Condition CorrectionPossible cause
Erratic Steering When BrakingWorn wheel bearings.Replace wheel bearings.
Broken or sagging springs.Replace spring (pairs).
Leaking caliper.Repair or replace caliper.
Warped discs.Replace brake disc.
Badly worn brake pads.Replace brake pads.
Tires are inflated unequally.Inflate tires to proper pressure.
Low or Uneven Trim HeightBroken or sagging springs.Replace springs (In pairs).
Vehicle overloaded.Reduce load.
Incorrect springs.Adjust or replace torsion bar.
Suspension BottomsVehicle overloaded. Reduce load.
Faulty shock absorber.Replace shock absorber.
Incorrect, broken or sagging springs.Replace springs.
Body LeansLoose stabilizer bar.Tighten stabilizer bar bolts or replace
bushings.
Faulty shock absorber, struts or
mounting.Replace shock absorber.
Broken or sagging springs.Replace springs (In pairs).
Vehicle overloaded.Reduce load.
Cupped TiresWorn wheel bearings.Replace wheel bearing.
Excessive tire or wheel run out.Replace tire or wheel.
Worn ball joints.Replace ball joints.
Tire out of balance.Adjust tire balance.
Irregular and Premature Wear
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Irregular and/or premature wear has many causes.
Some of them are incorrect inflation pressures, lack of tire
rotation, poor driving habits or improper wheel alignment.
Incorrect inflation is common cause of tire premature
wear.NOTE: Due to their design, radial tires tend to wear faster
in the shoulder area, particularly on the front tires. This
makes regular rotation especially necessary. After
rotation, be sure to check wheel nut torque, and set tire
pressures.

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5. Tire cord breakage.
6. High tire temperatures.
7. Reduced handling.
8. Reduced fuel economy.
Unequal pressure on same axle can cause:
1. Uneven braking.
2. Steering lead.
3. Reduced handling.
4. Swerve on acceleration.
Radial Tire Waddle
480R200006Waddle is side-to-side movement at the front and/or rear
of the car. It can be caused by the steel belt not being
straight within the tire, or by excessive lateral runout of the
tire or wheel. It is most noticeable at low speed, about 8
to 48 km/h (5 to 30 mph). It may also cause rough ride at
80 to 113 km/h (50 to 70 mph).
The car can be road tested to see which end of the car has
the faulty tire. If the tire causing the waddle is on the rear,
the rear end of the car will ªwaddleº. From the driver's
seat, it feels as if someone is pushing on the side of the
car.
If the faulty tire is on the front, the waddle is more easily
seen. The front sheet metal appears to be moving back
and forth. It feels as if the driver's seat is the pivot point
in the car.
Another more time-consuming method of determining the
faulty tire is substituting tire and wheel assemblies that
are known to be good. Follow these steps:
1. Drive the car to determine if the waddle is coming
from the front or rear.
2. Install tire and wheel assemblies known to be good
(from a similar car) in place of those on the end of the
car which is waddling. If the waddle cannot be
isolated to front or rear, start with the rear tires.
3. Road test again. If improvement is noted, install the
original tire and wheel assemblies one at a time until
the faulty tire is found. If no improvement is noted,
install tires known to be good in place of all four. Then,
install the originals one at a time until the faulty tire is
found.
Radial Tire Lead/Pull
ªLead/Pullº is vehicle deviation from a straight path, on a
level road with no pressure on the steering wheel.
Lead is usually caused by:
1. Poorly manufactured radial tires.
2. Uneven brake adjustment.
3. Wheel alignment.
The way in which a tire is built can produce lead in a car.
An example of this is placement of the belt. Off-center
belts on radial tires can cause the tire to develop a side
force while rolling straight down the road and the tire will
tend to roll like a cone.
The ªRadial Tire Lead/Pull Correctionº chart should be
used to make sure that front wheel alignment is not mis-
taken for tire lead.
Rear tires will not cause lead/pull.

WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM3E±11
Wheel
Wheel and Associated Parts
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Legend
(1) Wheel Lug Nut
(2) Alumi Wheel and Tire
Removal
1. Loosen wheel lug nut by approximately 180
(half a
rotation), then raise the vehicle and remove the nuts.
2. Remove wheel and tire.
NOTE: Never use heat to loosen a tight wheel lug nut.
The application of heat to the hub can shorten the life of
the wheel and may cause damage to wheel bearings.
Installation
1. Install wheel and tire.
2. Install wheel lug nut, and lower the vehicle. Tighten
the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque in numerical
order.
Torque: 118 N´m (87 lb ft)
CAUTION: Before installing wheels, remove any
build-up of corrosion on the wheel mounting surface
and brake disc mounting surface by scraping and
wire brushing. Installing wheels without good
metal-to-metal contact at mounting surfaces can
cause wheel nuts to loosen, which can later allow a
wheel to come off while the vehicle is moving.NOTE: Valve caps should be on the valve stems to keep
dust and water out.
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3F±2INTELLIGENT SUSPENSION
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
Intellignet suspension control uses a microcomputer as a
control unit to judge running conditions including engine
revolution from Powertrain Control Module, vehicle speed
from vehicle speed sensor, a brake switch signal, and
vertical and lateral G-sensor signal, then sets optimum
damping force so that best running stability can be
achieved.

INTELLIGENT SUSPENSION3F±7
It depends below in the case that the code that also,
shows a malfunction place is added.
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Legend
(1) Diagnostic Trouble Code 2
(2) Diagnostic Trouble Code 3 + Position Code 2
Position Code
1: Actuator Front RH, G-sensor Front RH
2: Actuator Front LH, G-sensor Front LH
3: Actuator Rear RH, G-sensor Rear
4: Actuator Rear LH, Lateral G-sensor
2. After this, the warning lamp will be OFF for 3.5
seconds and then will flash each DTC.
a. When there are more than 9 flashes this means
that the indicator is constantly flashing, OFF for
4 seconds ON for 0.5 seconds. In this case there
is no DTC stored in memory.
b. When there are less than 9 flashes you will see
DTC codes in ascending order.
CLEAR DTC
Remark: If you clear the DTC (Diagnosis Trouble Codes)
you will not be able to read any codes recorded during the
last Trouble.
Remark: To be able to use the DTC again to identify a
problem you will need to reproduce the fault or the
problem. This may require a new test drive or just turning
the ignition on (this depends on the nature of the fault).
1. Short the Diagnosis Connector C-39 terminal 3 to
terminal 4 or 5 (ground).

IF it is flashing and the flash is 0.5 seconds ON and 4
seconds OFF without interruption, this means that
there is no DTC. The DTCs are already cleared.
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2. IF a code is flashed, wait until the lamp is flashing.
3. Conduct brake switch ON/OFF 6 or more times on
condition that one operation is within 2 seconds.

INTELLIGENT SUSPENSION3F±25
DTC6 Stop Lamp Switch Open Circuit or Short
Circuit Description
The brake switch is used to indicate brake pedal status.
The normally opened brake switch signal voltage circuit is
opened.
Brake switch supplies a B+ signal on circuit RED to the
control unit when the brakes are applied. The control unit
uses this signal to work dive control when the brakes are
applied.
Diagnostic Aids

Inspect the wiring for poor electrical connections at
the control unit and brake switch. Look for possible
bent, backed out, deformed or damaged terminals.
Check for weak terminal tension as well. Also check
for a chafed wire that could short to bare metal or
other wiring. Inspect for a broken wire inside the
insulation.

When diagnosing for a possible intermittent short or
open condition, move the wiring harness while
observing test equipment for a change.

Check customer driving habits and/or unusual driving
conditions (i.e. stop and go, highway).

Check brake switch for proper mounting and
adjustment.
DTC6 Stop Lamp Switch Open Circuit or Short
StepActionValue(s)Ye sNo
11. With the engine ªoffº, turn the ignition switch ªonº. If
ABS code is set, check applicable fuse.
2. Apply then release the brake pedal.
Does the brake lamp come on when the brake pedal is
applied and does it come off when the brake pedal is
released?
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Diagnostic
Aids
Go to Step 2
21. Connect the test light to ground.
2. Back probe ignition feed circuit terminal I±31
terminal 1 at the brake switch.
Is the test light ªonº?
ÐGo to Step 3Go to Step 4
31. Connect the test light to ground.
2. Back probe circuit terminal I±31 terminal 4 at the
brake switch.
Is the test light ªoffº?
ÐGo to Step 7Go to Step 5
4Repair the open in battery feed circuit terminal I±31
terminal 1 to the brake switch.
If fuse is open, check circuit terminal I±31 terminal 4 for
a short to ground.
Is the replacement complete?
ÐGo to Step 13Ð
5Disconnect brake switch connector I±31 and ignition
switch ªonº.
Is the test light ªonº?
ÐGo to Step 8Go to Step 6
6Check the brake switch short (I±31 terminal 1 and I±31
terminal 4).
Was a problem found?
ÐGo to Step 9Go to Step 10
7Check circuit terminal I±31 terminal 4 for a short to
voltage.
Ignition switch ªonº.
Is the test light ªonº?
ÐGo to Step 8Go to Step 10
81. Disconnect the control unit connector C±44.
2. Check circuit terminal I±31 terminal 4 for a short to
voltage.
Was a problem found?
ÐGo to Step 13Go to Step 10

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DTC6 Stop Lamp Switch Open Circuit or Short (Cont'd)
StepNo Ye s Value(s) Action
9Replace the brake switch.
Is the replacement complete?
ÐGo to Step 13Ð
101. Turn the ignition ªoffº.
2. Reconnect the control unit connector C±44
Turn the ignition ªonº.
Does the brake lamp come on when the brake pedal is
applied and does it come off when the brake pedal is
released?
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Diagnostic
Aids
Go to Step 11
11Check the control unit for faulty or intermittent
connections.
Was a problem found and corrected?
ÐGo to Step 13Go to Step 12
12Replace the control unit.
Is the replacement complete?
ÐGo to Step 13Ð
131. After the repair is complete, clear the DTC.
2. Conduct a test drive.
3. Review the DTC.
Has the last test failed or is the current DTC displayed?
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Begin diagnosis
again
Go to
Step 1
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DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT) 4A1±6
Removal
1. Jack up the vehicle and support it using jack stand.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the stone guard.
4. Remove the brake caliper fixing bolt and hang the
caliper. Refer to
Disc Brakes in Brake section.
5. Remove the antilock brake system speed sensor.
Refer to
Front Wheel Speed Sensor in Brake section.
6. Remove the hub and disc assembly.
Refer to
Front Hub and Disc in this section.
7. Remove the propeller shaft, refer to
Front Propeller
Shaft
in this section.
8. Loosen the height control arm of the torsion bar, then
remove the torsion bar from lower control arm.
Refer to
Torsion Bar in Suspension section.
9. Remove the suspension crossmember.
10. Remove the lower nut (1) of the stabilizer link.
11. Remove the lower bolt and nut (2) of the shock
absorber.
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12. Remove the tie-rod end from the knuckle. Refer to
Power Steering Unit in Steering Section.
13. Disconnect the hose of the shift on the fly.
14. Disconnect the actuator connector.
15. Remove the bolts and nuts of the lower control arm
(Frame side), then disconnect the lower control arm
from frame.
16. Disconnect between the right side upper control arm
and the knuckle, then remove the knuckle with lower
control arm.CAUTION: When removing the knuckle, be careful
not to damage the oil seal inside of the knuckle.
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17. Support the differential case by the jack.
18. Remove the front axle mounting bolts and nuts, lower
the jack slowly. Remove the left side drive shaft end
from the knuckle, then lower the axle assembly from
the vehicle.
CAUTION:
1. Make sure the axle assembly is supported
securely when performing repairs.
2. Do not damage the power steering unit when
performing the repairs.
3. Do not damage the shift±on±the fly hose bracket
when performing the repairs.
Installation
1. Support the differential case with a jack.
2. Jack up the front drive axle assembly, install the left
side drive shaft to the knuckle, then install the mount
bolts and nuts.
CAUTION:
1. Do not damage the power steering unit when
performing the repairs.
2. Do not damage the shift±on±the fly hose bracket
when performing the repairs.
3. When installing the drive shaft to the knuckle, be
careful not to damage the oil seal inside of the
knuckle.

4A1±7 DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
3. Tighten the mounting bolts and nuts to the specified
torque.
Torque: 168 N´m (124 lb ft)
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4. Install the right side knuckle with lower control arm to
the upper control arm.
Refer to
Knuckle in Suspension section.
CAUTION: Carefully insert the drive shaft into the
knuckle, to avoid damaging the oil seal.
5. Align the bolt hole of the lower control arm, then install
the bolts and nuts.
NOTE: Adjust the buffer clearance before tightening the
bolts and nuts of the lower control arm.
6. Install the hose of the shift on the fly.
7. Install the actuator connector of the shift on the fly.
8. Install the tie-rod end of the power steering unit to the
knuckle, tighten the nut to the specified torque.
Torque: 118 N´m (87 lb ft)
9. Install lower bolts and nuts of the shock absorber,
tighten it to the specified torque.
Torque: 93 N´m (69 lb ft)
10. Install lower nuts of the stabilizer link, tighten it to the
specified torque.
11. Install the suspension crossmember.
12. Install the torsion bar.
Refer to
Torsion Bar in Suspension section.
13. Install the front propeller shaft.
Refer to
Front Propeller Shaft in this section.
14. Install the hub and disc assembly and adjust the
bearing preload.
Refer to
Front Hub and Disc in this section.
15. Install the wheel speed sensor of the antilock brake
system.
16. Install the brake caliper. Tighten the bolt of the caliper
bracket to the specified torque.
Torque: 50 N´m (37 lb ft)
17. Install the stone guard.18. Install the tire and wheel.
19. Lower the vehicle, adjust the trim height.
Refer to
Trim Height Adjustment in Steering section.
20. Tighten the bolts and nuts of the lower control arm to
the specified torque.
Refer to
Lower Control Arm in Suspension section.