torque ISUZU AXIOM 2002 Service Workshop Manual

3C±20FRONT SUSPENSION
3. Remove upper ball joint nut and cotter pin, then use
remover J±36831 to remove the upper ball joint from
the knuckle.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the ball joint
boot.
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4. Remove bolt and nut.
5. Remove upper ball joint.
Inspection and Repair
Make necessary parts replacement if wear, damage,
corrosion or any other abnormal conditions are found
through inspection.

Inspect the lower end boot for damage or grease leak.
Move the ball joint as shown in the figure to confirm its
normal movement.

Inspect screw/taper area of ball for damage.

If any defects are found by the above inspections,
replace the ball joint assembly with a new one.
450RS023

After moving the ball joint 4 or 5 times, attach nut then
measure the preload.
Starting torque: 0.5 ±3.2 N´m (0.4±2.4 lb ft)
450RS024If the above limits specified are exceeded, replace the ball
joint assembly.
Installation
1. Install upper ball joint.
2. Install bolt and nut, then tighten them to the specified
torque.
Torque: 57 N´m (42 lb ft)
3. Install nut and cotter pin, then tighten the nut to the
specified torque with just enough additional torque to
align cotter pin holes. Install new cotter pin.
Torque: 98 N´m (72 lb ft)

3C±22FRONT SUSPENSION
7. Remove nut.
8. Remove bolt.
9. Remove lower ball joint.
Inspection and Repair
Make necessary parts replacement if wear, damage,
corrosion or any other abnormal condition are found
through inspection.

Inspect the lower end boot for damage or grease leak.
Move the ball joint as shown in the figure to confirm its
normal movement .

Inspect screw/taper area of ball for damage.

If any defects are found by the above inspections,
replace the ball joint assembly with a new one.
450RS026

After moving the ball joint 4 or 5 times, attach nut the
measure the preload.
Starting torque: 0.5±6.4 N´m (0.4±4.7 lb ft)
450RS024

If the above limits specified are exceeded, replace the
ball joint assembly.
Installation
1. Install lower ball joint.
2. Install bolt.
3. Install nut and tighten it to the specified torque.
Torque: 116 N´m (85 lb ft)
4. Install ball joint nut, then tighten it to the specified
torque with just enough additional torque to align
cotter pin holes. Install new cotter pin.
Torque: 147 N´m (108 lb ft)

3C±24FRONT SUSPENSION
Torque Specifications
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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.

3D±6REAR SUSPENSION
Inspection and Repair
Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear,
damage, corrosion or any other abnormal condition are
found through inspection.
Check the following parts:

Coil spring

Insulator
Installation
1. Install coil spring and make sure that the coil spring is
installed in the proper position. Paint mark(1) should
be downward.
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2. Fit the end of the coil spring to the coil spring seat and
mount the coil spring on the rear axle case.
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3. Install the insulator on the coil spring. Jack up the axle
case gently with the top of the coil spring set to the
spring seat on the frame side.
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4. Install shock absorber and make sure that installed in
the proper position. (Refer to
Intelligent Suspension)
Tighten the nut lightly, then retighten it to the specified
torque after the vehicle is at curb height.
NOTE: When mounting shock absorber, be sure not to
use grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
Torque: 78 N´m (58 lb ft)
5. Install stabilizer bar.
Torque: 31 N´m (23 lb ft)
6. Install upper link with rubber plate and tighten fixing
bolt.
Torque: 137 N´m (101 lb ft)
7. Install breather hose.
8. Connect brake hose and bleed the brake system.
Refer to
Bleeding the Brake Hydraulic System in
Brake section.

REAR SUSPENSION3D±7
Shock Absorber
Shock Absorber and Associated Parts
461R200001
Legend
(1) Nut, Bush and Washer(2) Shock Absorber
(3) Nut and Washer
Removal
1. Remove shock absorber fixing nut, bush and washer
(upper side).
2. Remove shock absorber fixing nut and washer (lower
side).
3. Remove shock absorber.
Inspection and Repair
Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear,
damage, corrosion or any other abnormal condition are
found through inspection.
Check the following parts:

Shock absorber

Rubber bushing
NOTE: When mounting rubber bushings, be sure not to
use grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
Installation
1. Install shock absorber. When mounting shock
absorber, make sure to be installed in the proper
position and not to use grease on bushings or any
other nearby part. (Refer to
Intelligent Suspension)
2. Install nut and washer (lower side), then tighten the
nut lightly. Retighten to the bolt and nut specified
torque after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 78 N´m (58 lb ft)
3. Install nut, bush and washer (upper side), then tighten
the nut lightly. Retighten to the nut specified torque
after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 20 N´m (14 lb ft)

REAR SUSPENSION3D±9

Install the rubber bushing by using installer
J±39214.
NOTE: When mounting rubber bushings, be sure not to
use grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
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Installation
1. Install trailing link. Make sure that the trailing link is in
its correct position.
NOTE: When mounting trailing link, be sure not to use
grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
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2. Install bolt, nut and protector. Tighten the bolts and
nuts lightly, then retighten them to the specified
torque after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 137 N´m (101 lb ft)
3. Install parking brake cable.
CAUTION: The parking brake cable should not be
overstrained or slackened.

REAR SUSPENSION3D±11

Install the rubber bushing by using to installer
J±43008.
NOTE: When mounting rubber bushings, be sure not to
use grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
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Installation
1. Install upper link. Make sure that the upper link is in its
correct position.
NOTE: When mounting upper link, be sure not to use
grease bushings or any other nearby part.
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2. Install bolt, nut, rubber plate and protector. Tighten
the bolts and nuts lightly, then retighten them to the
specified torque after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 137 N´m (101 lb ft)
3. Install speed sensor cable.
4. Install fuel tank.

REAR SUSPENSION3D±13

Install the rubber bushing (Frame side) by using
Installer J±39215.
NOTE: When mounting rubber bushings, do not use
grease on bushings or any other nearby parts.
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3. Rubber bushing (Axle side)

Remove the rubber bushing (Axle side) by using
remover J±39792.
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Install the rubber bushing (Axle side) by using
installer J±39792.
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Installation
1. Install lateral rod and make sure that the lateral rod is
in its correct position.
NOTE: When mounting lateral rod, be sure not to use
grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
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Legend
(1) Frame Side
(2) Axle Side
2. Install bolt and nut (Frame side). Tighten the bolt and
nut lightly, then retighten them to the specified torque
after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 137 N´m (101 lb ft)
3. Install nut and washer (Axle side). Tighten the nut
lightly, then retighten the nut to the specified torque
after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 78 N´m (58 lb ft)

REAR SUSPENSION3D±15
Installation
1. Install rubber bushing.
2. Install bracket to axle housing and tighten to the
specified torque.
Torque: 25 N´m (19 lb ft)
3. Install link.
4. Install bolt and nut, then tighten the nut to the
specified torque.
Torque: 31 N´m (27 lb ft)
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