oil dipstick ISUZU AXIOM 2002 Service Repair Manual

0B±5 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Explanation of Complete Vehicle
Maintenance Schedule
Brief explanations of the services listed in the preceding
Maintenance Schedule are presented below.
Replace all questionable parts and note any necessary
repairs as you perform these maintenance procedures.
Front and Rear Axle Lubricant
Replacement
Check the lubricant level after every 7,500 miles (12,000
km) of operation and add lubricant to level of filler hole if
necessary.
Replace the front and rear axle lubricant at 15,000 miles
(24,000 km) and 30,000 miles (48,000 km) and after
every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) of operation thereafter.
Air Cleaner Element Replacement
Replace the air cleaner under normal operating
conditions every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
Operation of the vehicle in dusty areas will necessitate
more frequent replacement.
Spark Plug Replacement
Replace the plugs at 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
intervals with the type specified at the end of this section.
Cooling System Service
Drain, flush and refill system with new engine coolant.
Refer to
ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in this
section, or ENGINE COOLING (SEC.6B).
Timing Belt Replacement
Replacement of the timing belt is recommended at every
100,000 miles (160,000 km).
Failure to replace the timing belt may result in serious
damage to the engine.
Valve Clearance Adjustment
Incorrect valve clearance will result in increased engine
noise and reduced engine output.
Retorque the camshaft bracket bolts before checking and
adjusting the valve clearance.
Check and adjust the valve clearance whenever
increased engine noise is heard.
Tire Rotation
Rotate tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km).
Front Wheel Bearings Lubricant
Replacement (Vehicles Produced Before
July/31/2001)
Clean and repack the front wheel bearings at 30,000
miles (48,000 km) intervals.
Refer to DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM (SEC. 4C).
Front Wheel Bearings Check (Vehicles
Produced After Aug./1/2001)
Inspect hub unit bearing at every 60,000 miles (96,000
km).
If there is abnormal condition, replace hub unit bearing.
Radiator Core and Air Conditioning
Condenser Cleaning
Clean the front of the radiator core and air conditioning
condenser, at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) intervals.
Fluid Level Check
A fluid loss in any system (except windshield
washer) may indicate a problem. Repair the system
at once.
Engine oil level
Check level and add if necessary. The best time to check
the engine oil level is when the oil is warm. After stopping
the engine with the vehicle on a level surface, wait a few
minutes for the oil to drain back to the oil pan. Pull out the
oil level indicator (dipstick). Wipe it clean and push the oil
level indicator back down all the way. Pull out the oil level
indicator, keeping the tip down, and look at the oil level on
it.
Add oil, if needed, to keep the oil level above the ªADDº
mark and between the ªADDº and ªFULLº marks in the
operating range area. Avoid overfilling the engine since
this may cause engine damage. Push the oil level
indicator back down all the way after taking the reading.
If you check the oil level when the oil is cold, do not run the
engine first. The cold oil will not drain back to the pan fast
enough to give a true oil level.
Engine coolant level and condition
Check engine coolant level in the coolant reservoir and
add engine coolant if necessary. Inspect the engine
coolant and replace it if dirty or rusty.
Windshield washer fluid level
Check washer fluid level in the reservoir and add if
necessary.
Power steering system reservoir level
Check and keep at the proper level.
Brake master cylinder reservoir level
Check fluid. Keep fluid at proper level. A low fluid level can
indicate worn disc brake pads which may need to be
serviced.
Hydraulic clutch system
Check fluid level in the reservoir. Add fluid as required.
Battery fluid level
Check fluid level in the battery.
Fluid Leak Check
Check for fuel, water, oil or other fluid leaks by looking at
the surface beneath the vehicle after it has been parked
for a while. Water dripping from the air conditioning
system after use is normal. If you notice gasoline fumes or
fluid at any time, locate the source and correct it at once.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
Always use API SE, SF, SG, SH or ILSAC GF±1 quality
oils of the proper viscosity.
When choosing an oil, consider the range of
temperatures the car will be operated in before the next oil
change. Then, select the recommended oil viscosity from
the chart.

6A±17
ENGINE MECHANICAL (6VE1 3.5L)
Fuel Consumption Excessive
ConditionPossible causeCorrection
Trouble in fuel systemMixture too rich or too lean due to
trouble in fuel injection systemRefer to ªAbnormal Combustionº
Fuel cut function does not workRefer to ªAbnormal Combustionº
Trouble in ignition systemMisfiring or abnormal combustion
due to trouble in ignition systemRefer to ªHard Startº or ªAbnormal
Combustionº
OthersEngine idle speed too highReset Idle Air Control Valve
Fuel system leakageCorrect or replace
Clutch slippingCorrect
Brake dragCorrect
Selection of transmission gear
incorrectCaution operator of incorrect gear
selection
Excessive Exhaust Gas
Recirculation flow due to trouble in
Exhaust Gas Recirculation systemRefer to ªAbnormal Combustionº
Lubrication Problems
ConditionPossible causeCorrection
Oil pressure too lowWrong oil in useReplace with correct engine oil
Relief valve stickingReplace
Oil pump not operating properlyCorrect or replace
Oil pump strainer cloggedClean or replace strainer
Oil pump wornReplace
Oil pressure gauge defectiveCorrect or replace
Crankshaft bearing or connecting
rod bearing wornReplace
Oil contaminationWrong oil in useReplace with correct engine oil
Oil filter cloggedReplace oil filter
Cylinder head gasket damageReplace gasket
Burned gases leakingReplace piston and piston rings or
cylinder body assembly
Oil not reaching valve systemOil passage in cylinder head or
cylinder body cloggedClean or correct
Engine Oil Pressure Check
1. Check for dirt, gasoline or water in the engine oil.
a. Check the viscosity of the oil.
b. Check the viscosity of the oil.
c. Change the oil if the viscosity is outside the
specified standard.
d. Refer to the ªMaintenance and Lubricationº section
of this manual.
2. Check the engine oil level.
The level should fall somewhere between the ªADDº
and the ªFULLº marks on the oil level dipstick.
If the oil level does not reach the ªADDº mark on the
oil level dipstick, engine oil must be added.3. Remove the oil pressure unit.
4. Install an oil pressure gauge.
5. Start the engine and allow the engine to reach normal
operating temperature (About 80
C).
6. Measure the oil pressure.
Oil pressure should be:
392±550 kPa (56.9±80.4 psi) at 3000 rpm.
7. Stop the engine.
8. Remove the oil pressure gauge.
9. Install the oil pressure unit.
10. Start the engine and check for leaks.

6G±7
ENGINE LUBRICATION (6VE1 3.5L)
Oil Pan and Crankcase
Removal
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Lift vehicle by supporting the frame.
3. Remove under cover.
4. Drain engine oil.
5. Remove front wheels.
6. Remove oil level dipstick from level gauge tube.
7. Remove radiator under fan shroud.
8. Remove shift on the fly from axle housing.
9. Remove suspension cross member fixing bolts, 2 pcs
each per side and remove suspension cross member.
10. Remove axle housing assembly four fixing bolts from
housing isolator side and mounting bolts from wheel
side. At this time support the axle with a garage jack
and remove axle housing assembly. (for 4y4)
11. Remove the steering unit assembly.
12. Remove starter fixing bolts.
13. Remove oil pan fixing bolts.
14. Remove oil pan, using J-37228 sealer cutter, remove
oil pan.
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15. Remove crankcase fixing bolts.
16. Remove crankcase, using J-37228 sealer cutter,
remove crankcase.
NOTE: Do not deform or damage the flange of oil pan and
crankcase.
Replace the oil pan and/or crankcase if deformed or dam-
aged.
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Installation
1. Install crankcase.
A. Remove residual sealant, lubricant and moisture
from mounting surface, then dry thoroughly.
B. Properly apply a 4.5 mm (0.7 in) wide bead of
sealant (TB-1207C or equivalent) to mounting
surface of crankcase.
Sealant bead must be continuous.

The crankcase must be installed within 5 minutes
after sealant application to prevent premature
hardening of sealant.
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6G±8
ENGINE LUBRICATION (6VE1 3.5L)
C. Install crankcase, tighten crankcase fixing bolts to
the specified torque.
Torque : 10 N´m (87 lb in)
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2. Install oil pan
A. Remove residual sealant, lubricant and moisture
from mounting surface, then dry thoroughly.
B. Properly apply a 4.5 mm (0.7 in) wide bead of
sealant (TB-1207C or equivalent) to mounting
surface of oil pan.
Sealant beat must be continuous.

The crankcase must be installed within 5 minutes
after sealant application to prevent premature
hardening of sealant.
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C. Install oil pan, tighten oil pan fixing bolts to the
specified torque.
Torque : 10 N´m (87 lb in)
3. Install starter and tighten fixing bolts.
Torque: 40 N´m (30 lb ft)4. Install axle housing assembly and tighten fixing bolts
to the specified torque. (for 4y4)
Axle case bolts
Torque : 82 N´m (61 lb ft)
Mounting bolts
Torque : 152 N´m (112 lb ft)
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5. Install the shift on the fly.
6. Install relay lever assembly and tighten fixing bolts.
Torque: 44 N´m (33 lb ft)
7. Install suspension cross member and tighten fixing
bolts to the specified torque.
Torque : 78 N´m (58 lb ft)
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8. Install radiator under fan shroud.
9. Install under cover.
10. Install engine oil level dipstick.
11. Fill engine oil until full level on engine oil gauge
dipstick.

6G±10
ENGINE LUBRICATION (6VE1 3.5L)
4. Install oil filter assembly and tighten bolts to the
specified torque.
Torque : 25 N´m (18 lb ft)
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Legend
(1) Oil Pump
(2) Oil Filter
(3) Oil Gallery
(4) From Oil Filter
(5) To Oil Filter
5. Install timing pulley on crankshaft.
Install timing belt.

Refer to installation procedure for Timing Belt in this
manual.
6. Install crankshaft pulley.

Refer to install procedure for Crankshaft Pulley in
this manual.
7. Install crankcase assembly.

Refer to installation procedure for Oil Pan and
Crankcase in this manual.
8. Refill engine oil until full level on engine oil dipstick.