tires ISUZU TROOPER 1995 Owner's Guide

WHEELS AND TIRES 3E-1
TIRES
REPLACEMENT
UNIT REPAIR
WHEELS
REPLACEMENT
When replacement is necessary, the original metric
the size should be used. Most metric tire sizes do not
have exact corresponding alphanumeric tire sizes. It
is recommended that new tires be installed in pairs on
the same axle. If necessary to replace only one tire, it
should be paired with tire having the most tread, to
equalize braking traction.
w CAUTION:
Do not mix different types of tires such as radial,
bias and bias-belted tires except in emergencies,
because
vehicle handling may be seriously
affected and may result in loss of control.
TIRE DISMOUNTING
Remove valve cap on valve step and deflate the tire.
Then use a
tire changing machine to mount or
dismount tires.
Follow the equipment manufacturer's instruction. Do
not use hand tools or tire lever alone to change tires
as they may damage the tire beads or wheel rim.
TIRE MOUNTING
Rim bead seats should be cleaned with a wire brush
....._., or coarse steel wool to remove lubricants, and light
rust. Before mounting a tire, the bead area should be
well lubricated with an approved tire lubricant.
After mounting, inflate the tire to 196kPa (28 psi) so
that beads are completely seated. Inflate the air to
specified pressure and install valve cap to the stem.
\f WARNING:
Never stand over tire when inflating. Bead may
break when bead snaps over rim's safety hump
and cause serious personal injury.
Never exceed
240 kPa (35 psi) pressure when
inflating. If 240 kPa (35 psi) pressure will not
seat beads, deflate, re-lubricate and re-inflate.
Over
inflation may cause the bead to break and
cause serious
personal injury.
TIRE REPAIR
There are many different materials on the market
used to repair tires.
Manufacturers have published detailed instructions
on how and when to repair tires. These instructions
can be obtained from the tire manufacturer if they are
not included with the repair kit. Damaged
wheels and wheels with excessive run-out
must be replaced.
Fig. 3E-10
Wheel
run-out at rim
Steel Aluminum
@ Vertical play: 1.5 (0.059) 0.7
(0.028) Less than mm(in)
@ Horizontal play: 1.5 (0.059) 0.7
(0.028) Less than mm(in)

3E-8 WHEELS AND TIRES
GENERAL BALANCE PROCEDURE
Deposits of mud, etc. must be cleaned from the inside
of the rim.
The tire should be inspected
for the following: match
mount paint marks, bent rims, bulges, irregular tire
wear, proper
wheel size and inflation pressure. Then
balance according to the equipment manufacturer's
recommendations.
There are
two types of wheel and tire balance.
Static balance is the equal distribution
of weight
around the wheel.
Assemblies
that are statically unbalanced cause a
bouncing action
called tramp. This condition will
eventually
cause uneven tire wear (Fig. 3E-11 ).
Dynamic balance is the equal distribution of weight on
each side
of the wheel center-line so that when the tire
spins there
is no tendency for the assembly to move
from side to side. Assemblies that are dynamically
unbalanced may cause shimmy (Fig. 3E-12).
Heavy spot wheel shimmy
Heavy spot wheel tramp
WARNING
Add balance weights here
Corrective weights
Fig. 3E-11
Add balance
weights here
Corrective weights
Fig. 3E-12
Stones should
be removed from the tread to
avoid operator injury during spin balancing and
to obtain a
good balance.
BALANCING WHEEL AND TIRE
ON-VEHICLE
BALANCING
On-Vehicle balancing methods vary with equipment
and tool manufacturers. Be sure to follow each
manufacturer's instructions during balancing
operation.
OFF-VEHICLE BALANCING
Most electronic off-vehicle balancers are more
accurate than the on-vehicle spin balancers. They are
easy to use and give a dynamic balance. Although
they
do not correct for drum or disc unbalance (as on­
vehicle
spin balancing does), they are very accurate
(Fig. 3E-13).
Fig. 3E-13

WHEELS AND TIRES 3E-9
MAIN DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Wheels
Size
16 x7JJ
Offset mm (in) 38.0 (1.50)
P.C.D.,
wheel studs mm (in) 139.7 (5.50)
Standard tire
Size P245/70R16
Pressure
Front
kPa (psi) 210 (30)
Rear kPa (psi) 240 (35)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Fig. 3E-14
N·m (lb·ft)

3F4-6 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM ISRSI STEERING WHEEL & COLUMN
2. Horn lead
3. Steering wheel fixing nut
4. Steering wheel
• Apply a setting mark across the steering
wheel and shaft so parts can be reassembled
in
their original position (Fig. 3F4-10)
•
Use special tool. Remove the steering wheel.
Move the tires to the straight ahead position
before removing
the steering wheel (Fig. 3F4-
11 ).
1®.1 Steering wheel remover: J-29752
Setting mark
Fig. 3F4-10
Fig. 3F4-11
"fCAUTION:
Never apply force to the steering wheel in
direction
ofthe shaft by using a hammer or other
impacttools in an attemptto remove the steering
wheel. The steering shaft is designed as an
energy absorbing unit.
B INSTALLATION
4. Steering wheel
• Align the setting marks made when re­
moving.
"f CAUTION:
3.
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2.
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Never apply force to the steering wheel in
direction
of the shaft by using a hammer or other
impacttools in an attemptto remove the steering
wheel. The steering shaft is designed as an
energy absorbing unit.
Steering wheel fixing nut
• Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut to the
specified torque.
Torque
N-m (lb·ft) 34 (25)
Horn
lead
Inflator module
• Support the module and carefully connect the
module connector.
NOTE:
Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic
cover (wire protector) of inflator to prevent lead
wire from being pinches.
• Secure the module with one bolt to relieve
weight on the connector wire.
• Tighten bolts to specified sequence as figure
(Fig. 3F4-12).
Torque
N·m (lb-in) 8 (69)
• Connect the yellow 3way SRS connector located
under the steering column.
• Connect the battery"-" terminal cable.
• Set ignition to "ON• while watching warning light.
Light
should flash 7 times and then go off. If lamp
does not operate correctly, refer to Section 9J.
Fig. 3F4-12
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3F4-8 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) STEERING WHEEL & COLUMN
W WARNING
THE INFLATOR MODULE SHOULD ALWAYS BE
CARRIED WITH THE URETHANE COVER AWAY
FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD ALWAYS BE
LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE URE­
THANE SIDE UP. THIS IS NECESSARY BE­
CAUSE A FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW
THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UN­
LIKELY EVENT
OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT
(FIG. 3F4-16).
Fig. 3F4-16
4. Steering wheel
•
Apply a setting mark across the steering
wheel and shaft so parts can be reassembled
in
their original position (Fig. 3F4-17)
• Use special tool. Remove the steering wheel.
Move the tires
to the straight ahead position
before removing the steering wheel (Fig.
3F4-
18).
l®..l Steering wheel remover: J-29752
Setting mark
Fig. 3F4-17 Fig.
3F4-18
\V CAUTION:
Never apply force to the steering wheel in
direction
of the shaft by 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.
5. Steering column cover
6. Combination switch and SRS coil assembly
•
Disconnect the wiring harness connectors
located under the steering column.
• Remove the combination switch assembly
with SRS coil (Fig. 3F4-19).
NOTE:
The
SRS coil is a part of the combination switch
assembly, which can
not be replaced separately.
Therefore, be sure
not to remove the SRS coil
from the combination switch assembly.
Fig. 3F4-19
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3F4-10 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) STEERING WHEEL & COLUMN
LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENT
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Fig. 3F4-23
E) REMOVAL
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Removal steps
1. Front console assembly
2. Steering lower cover
3.1nflator module
4. Steering wheel
5. Steering column cover
6. Combination switch and
SRS coil assembly
7. Snap ring
8. Cushion rubber
9. Shift lock cable (for AfT)
10. Lock cylinder assembly
Installation steps
To install, follow the removal
steps in the reverse order.
• Disconnect the yellow 2way SRS connector
located behind the inflator module.
Preparation:
• Turn the steering wheel so that the
vehicle's wheels are
pointing
straight ahead.
4. Steering wheel
• Turn the ignition switch to "LOCK".
•
Disconnect the battery"-" terminal
cable, and wait at least 5 minutes.
• Disconnect the yellow 3way SRS
connector located under the steering
column.
• Apply a setting mark across the steering
wheel and
shaft so parts can be reassembled
in
their original position (Fig. 3F4-24)
• Use special tool. Remove the steering wheel.
Move the tires to the straight ahead position
before removing the steering wheel (Fig. 3F4-
25).
W CAUTION: 1®.1 Steering wheel remover: J-29752
The wheels
of the vehicle must be straight ahead
and the steering
column in the "LOCK" position
before disconnecting the steering wheel. Failure
Setting mark
to do so will cause the coil assembly to become
uncentered
which will cause damage to the coil
assembly.
1.
Front console assembly
• Remove the transmission (for Mff) and
transfer
control lever knob.
• Disconnect the wiring harness connectors.
2. Steering lower cover
• Remove the engine hood opening lever.
3. SRS module
• Loosen the inflator module fixing bolt from behind
the steering wheel assembly using a
TORXe driver
or equivalent until the inflator module can be
released from steering assembly. Fig.
3F4-24
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3F4-14 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) STEERING WHEEL & COLUMN
EJREMOVAL
Preparation: • Turn the steering wheel so that the
vehicle's
wheels are pointing straight
ahead.
• Turn the ignition switch to "LOCK".
•
Disconnect the battery "-" terminal
cable,
and wait at least 5 minutes.
• Disconnect the yellow 3way SRS
connector located under the steering
column.
wcAUTION:
The wheel of the vehicle must be straight ahead
and the steering
column in the "LOCK• position
before disconnecting the steering
column from
the steering gear.
Failure to do so will cause the SRS coil assembly
to become uncentered which will cause damage
to the SRS coil assembly.
1. Front console assembly
• Disconnect the transmission (for MfT) and
transfer
control lever knob.
• Disconnect the wiring harness connectors.
2. Steering lower cover
• Remove the engine hood opening lever.
3. Driver knee bolster (reinforcement)
4. Inflator module (Fig.3F4-32)
• 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 2way SRS connector
located behind the inflator module.
Fig. 3F4-32
\V WARNING
THE INFLATOR MODULE SHOULD ALWAYS BE
CARRIED WITH THE URETHANE COVER AWAY
FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD ALWAYS BE
LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE URE­
THANE SIDE UP. THIS IS NECESSARY BE­
CAUSE A FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW
THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UN­
LIKELY EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
OTHERWISE, PERSONALINJURYMAYRESULT
(FIG.3F4-33).
Fig. 3F4-33
5. Steering wheel
• Apply a setting mark across the steering
wheel and shaft so parts can be reassembled
in their original position (Fig. 3F4-34)
• Use special tool. Remove the steering wheel.
move the tires to the straight ahead position
before removing the steering
wheel (Fig. 3F4-
35).
1®.1 Steering wheel remover: J-29752
Setting mark
Fig. 3F4-34
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REAR AXLE 48-3
DIAGNOSIS OF REAR AXLE NOISE
Many noises that seem to come from the rear axle
actually
originate from other sources such as tires,
road surface, wheel bearings, engine, transmission,
muffler,
or body drumming. Investigate to find the
source
ofthe noise before disassembling the rear axle.
Rear axles,
like any other mechanical device, are not
absolutely quiet but should be considered quiet unless
some abnormal noise is present.
To make a systematic check
for axle noise, observe the
following:
1. Select a level asphalt road to reduce tire noise and
body drumming.
2. Check rear axle lubricant level to assure correct
level, and then drive the vehicle far enough to
thoroughly warm up the rear axle lubricant.
3. Note the speed at which noise occurs. Stop the
vehicle and put the transmission in neutral. Run
the engine speed
slowly up and down to
determine if the noise is caused by exhaust,
muffler noise, or other engine conditions.
4. Tire noise changes with different road surfaces;
axle noises do not. Temporarily inflate all tires to
344
kPa (50 psi) (for test purposes only). This will
change noise caused by tires but will not affect
noise caused by the rear
axle.
Rear axle nose usually stops when coasting at
speeds under
48 km/h (30 mph); however, tire
noise continues
with a lower tone. Rear axle noise
usually changes when comparing pull and coast,
but tire noise stays about the same.
Distinguish between tire noise and rear
axle noise
by noting
if the noise changes with various
speeds
or sudden acceleration and deceleration.
Exhaust and
axle noise vary under these
conditions,
while tire noise remains constant and
is more pronounced at speeds
of 32 to 48 km/h
(20 to 30 mph). Further check for tire noise by
driving the vehicle
over smooth pavements or dirt
roads (not gravel) with the tires at normal
pressure.
If the noise is caused by tires, it will
change noticeably with changes in road surface.
5. Loose or rough front wheel bearings will cause
noise
which may be confused with rear axle
noise; however, front wheel bearing noise does
not change when comparing drive and coast.
Light application
of the brake while holding
vehicle speed steady
will often cause wheel
bearing noise to diminish. Front wheel bearings
may be checked for noise by jacking up the
wheels and spinning them
or by shaking the
wheels
to determine if bearings are loose.
6. Rear suspension rubber bushings and spring
insulators dampen
out rear axle noise when
correctly installed. Check to see that there is no
link or rod loosened or metal-to-metal contact.
7. Make sure that there is no metal-to-metal contact
between the
floor and the frame.
After the noise has been determined to be in the axle,
the type of axle noise should be determined, in order to
make any necessary repairs.
GEAR NOISE
Gear noise (whine) is audible from 32 to 89 km/h (20 to
55 mph) under four driving conditions.
1. In drive under acceleration or heavy pull.
2. Driving under load or under constant speed.
3. When using enough throttle to keep the vehicle
from driving the engine while the vehicle slows
down gradually (engine still pulls slightly).
4. When coasting with the vehicle in gear and the
throttle closed. The gear noise is
usually more
noticeable between 48 and 64
km/h (30 and 40
mph) and 80 and 89 km/h (50 and 55 mph).
BEARING NOISE
Bad bearings generally produce a rough growl or
grating sound, rather than the whine typical of gear
noise. Bearing noise frequently
"wow-wows" at
bearing rpm, indicating a bad pinion
or rear axle side
bearing. This noise can
be confused with rear wheel
bearing noise.
REAR WHEEL BEARING NOISE
Rear wheel bearing noise continues to be heard while
coasting at low speed with transmission in the neutral.
Noise may diminish by gentle braking. Jack up the rear
wheels, spin them by hand and
listen for noise at the
hubs. Replace any faulty
wheel bearings.
KNOCK AT LOW SPEEDS
Low speed knock can be caused by worn universal
joints or a side gear hub counter bore in the cage that is
worn oversize. Inspect and replace universal joints or
cage and side gears as required.
BACKLASH CLUNK
Excessive clunk on acceleration and deceleration can
be caused by a worn rear axle pinion shaft, a worn
cage, excessive clearance between the axle and the
side gear splines, excessive clearance between the
side gear hub and the counterbore in the cage,
worn
pinion and side gear teeth, worn thrust washers, or
excessive drive pinion and ring gear backlash.
Remove
worn parts and replace as required. Select
close-fitting parts when possible. Adjust pinion and
ring gear backlash.

48-4 REAR AXLE
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
AXLE HOUSING
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12 14
3a
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Removal steps
1. Parking brake cable 7. Nut 17.
Differential assembly
2. Breather hose 8.
Bolt and nut 9. Bolt and nut Installation steps
3. Anti lock brake system (ABS)
connector and bracket 10. Coil spring and insulator To install, follow the removal
steps in the reverse order.
3a. Rear wheel antilock (RWAL)
speed sensor, bracket and
harness connector 11.
Axle housing assembly
12. Brake caliper
13. Brake disc
4. Flare
nut 14. ABS speed sensor and harness
5. Nut 15.
Brake pipe
6. Nut 16.
Axle shaft assembly
Fig. 4B-2
1••1 REMOVAL
Preparations:
• Raise the vehicle and support it with suitable
safety stands.
The
hoist must remain under the rear axle
housing.
• Take out brake fluid. Refer to Section 5A2 "DISC
BRAKES".
•
Remove rear wheels and tires. Refer to Section
3E "WHEELS AND TIRES".
•
Remove propeller shaft. Refer to Section 4A
"PROPELLER SHAFT".
•
Drain the rear axle oil into a proper container.
1. Parking brake cable
•
Release the connection between the cable
fixing clip equalizer. Refer to Section 5C
"PARKING BRAKES".
2. Breather hose
• Move the clip aside and pull out the breather
hose.
3. ABS connector and bracket
• Disconnect the connectors and remove the
brackets attached to the frame and center link
(Fig. 4B-3).
3a. RWAL speed sensor,
bracket and harness
connector
• Disconnect the connector and remove the
brackets attached to the frame and center link.
4. Brake tube flare nut
• Loosen the flare nut, remove the clip and take
out the brake tube.
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AXLE SHAFT
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1••1 REMOVAL
Preparation:
• Raise the vehicle.
12 11
2
Fig. 4B-6
• Remove tires and wheels. Refer to Section 3E
"WHEELS & TIRES".
1. Brake caliper
• Use a wire to attach the brake caliper to the
frame. Refer to
Section 5A2 "DISC BRAKES".
2. Brake disc
3. ABS sensor (If equipped with ABS)
4. Parking brake assembly
• Refer to Section 5C "PARKING BRAKES".
5. Bolt (Behind the back plate)
• Remove the parking brake cable mounting
bolts (Fig. 4B-7).
REAR AXLE 48-7
Removal steps
1. Brake caliper
2. Brake disc
3. Antilock brake system (ABS)
speed sensor
4. Parking brake assembly
5. Bolt
6. Nut 7. Axle shaft assembly 8. Snap ring
9. Retainer
10. Bearing
11. Bearing holder
12. Back plate
13. Wheel pin
Installation steps To install, follow the removal
steps
in the reverse order.
Bolt
Fig. 4B-7