oil change ISUZU TROOPER 1995 Workshop Manual

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION OB-1
SECTION 08
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
CONTENTS
Maintenance Schedule List . . . . . . . . . . . . 08-1
Explanation of Complete Vehicle
Mai-ntenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08-4
Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants . . . . 08-8
Lubricant Viscosity Chart ............... 08-9
Recommended Liquid Gasket
........... 08-11
Recommended Thread Locking Agents ... 08-11
Maintenance Service Data .............. 08-12
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE LIST
NORMAL VEHICLE USE
The maintenance instructions in this Maintenance
Schedule are based on the assumption that the vehicle
will
be used as designed:
• to carry passengers and cargo within the limitations
specified on the tire placard located on the inside of
the glove compartment door;
• to be driven on reasonable road surfaces within
legal operating limits;
•
to be driven on a daily basis, as a general rule, for at
least several miles/kilometers;
•
to be driven on unleaded fuel
Unusual
or severe operating conditions will require
more frequent car maintenance,
as specified in the
following sections.
ITEMS
CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FIL TEA
CHANGE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
If the vehicle is usually operated under any of the
severe driving conditions
listed below, it is
recommended that the
applicable maintenance
services be performed at the specified
interval shown
in the chart
below.
Severe driving conditions
• Repeated short trips in cold weather
• Driving in dusty areas
• Frequent idling and/or frequent low-speed
operation
• Towing a trailer
INTERVAL
Every 4,800 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months
Every
32,000 km (20,000 miles)

MILEAGE
ONL
V
ITEMS MILEAGE
ONLY
ITEMS
7.5
1
CHANGE
FRONT
AND
REAR AXLE
OIL
2
CHANGE
MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
AND
TRANSFER CASE
OIL
3
REPLACE AIR
CLEANER FILTER
4
REPLACE SPARK PLUGS
5
CHANGE ENGINE
COOLANT
6
*REPLACE
TIMING
BELT
7
ROT
ATE
TIRES
8
CHANGE
POWER STEERING FLUID
9
REPACK FRONT
WHEEL
BEARINGS
10
REPACK FRONT
FREE-WHEELING HUBS
11
CLEAN
RADIATOR
CORE
AND
AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER
12
INSPECT SPARK PLUG WIRE
'
-----
* : Replacement
of the
timing
belt
is recommended
at every
60,000
miles
(96,000
km).
Failure
to replace
the timing
belt
may
result
in damage to the engine.
)
•
IN THOUSANDS
OF
MILES
(USE
ODOMETER
READING)
15 22.5
30
37.5 45 52.5
60
67.5
75
82.5
90
97.5
'
-
'---
~--·-L....
SHADED AREA
INDICATES SERVICE TO
BE
PERFORMED.
)
105
112.5
120 '-------
(x 1000
miles)
DESCRIPTION ------
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MILEAGE/MONTHS
rn
I ffi
IN THOUSANDS
OF
MILES
(USE
ODOMETER READING)
(x 1000
miles)
~ +~
7.5 15 22.5
30
37.5 45 52.5
60
67.5
75
82.5
90
97.5
105
112.5
120 DESCRIPTION
1
CHECK
BATTERY
FLUID
LEVEL
12
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2
CHECK
ENGINE
COOLANT
LEVEL
12
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,,,,,,,;.;.,.,....
,,,~~
3
CHECK
BRAKE
AND
CLUTCH
FLUID
LEVEL
12
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4
CHECK
FLUID
LEAKS
12
•.•••..••• ,,......
,,,,,,,,,,,
5
* CHANGE
ENGINE
OIL
12
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f ) : •
: ; ' {
1:':''''
6
*REPLACE
ENGINE
OIL
FILTER
12
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7
CHECK
COOLING
AND
HEATER
HOSES
12
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?
,,,.,,,,,.,:,
.. ;
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•••••••••.
8
CHECK
EXHAUST
SYSTEM
12
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., ..... .
9
CHECK
FUEL
LINE
AND
FUEL
TANK/CAP
12
10
CHECK
ENGINE
DRIVE
BELTS
24
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I
I
11
CHECKTIRESANDWHEELS
12
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12
CHECK
STEERING
OPERATION
12
1
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I
13
CHECK
BRAKE
LINES
AND
HOSE
12
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14
CHECK
DISC
BRAKES
12
10
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•....
15
CHECK
BRAKE
PEDAL
PLAY
12
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16
CHECK
PARKING
BRAKE
12
li
I
17
LUBE
ACCELERATOR
LINKAGE
6
,,.:
....
I
18
CHECK
SUSPENSION
AND
STEERING
12
••·•••·•··•
19
LUBE
BODY
AND
CHASSIS
6
1''''':'''''''''''
20
LUBE
FRONT
AND
REAR
PROPELLER
SHAFT 6
{:
!: • :•••••l
21
CHECK
PROPELLER
SHAFT FLANGE
TORQUE
12
•
22
*CHECK AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID
12
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,,,,,,,,
ttJ
·~+---------------!
23
CHECK
AUTO
CRUISE
CONTROL
LINKAGE
AND
HOSES
12
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:l
!•••:
24
CHECK
CLUTCH
LINES
AND
HOSE
12
25
LUBE
CLUTCH
PEDAL
SPRING,
BUSHING
AND
CLEVIS
PIN
6
l':":"·:"ii
26
CHECK
CLUTCH
PEDAL
FREE
PLAY
12
1/JJ(
21
cHEcK sTARTER SAFETY swiTCH 12
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,,,,,,,,,
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28
CHECK
ACCELERATOR
LINKAGE
12
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!•'····
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Under
severe driving conditions,
additional
maintenance
is required.
Refer to
"Severe
driving
conditions".
SHADED AREA
INDICATES
SERVICE
TO
BE PERFORMED.
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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
"ADD" mark and between the "ADD" and
"FULL" 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 reservoir and add if necessary.
Power steering system reservoir level-Check
and keep at
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 l~vel 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 (Fig. OB-1).
Always change the oil and the oil filter as soon as
possible after driving in a dust storm.
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION OB-5
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM INSPECTION
Inspect coolant/anti-freeze. If coolant is dirty or
rusty, drain, flush and refill with new coolant. Keep
coolant at the proper mixture for proper freeze
protection,
corrosion inhibitor level and best engine
operating temperature.
Inspect hoses and replace if
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Tighten hose
clamps if equipped with screw-type clamps. Clean
outside of radiator and air conditioning condenser.
Wash
filler cap and neck. To help ensure proper
operation, a pressure test of both the cooling
system and cap is also recommended.
EXHAUST SYSTEM INSPECTION
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler, heat
shields and hangers
for cracks, deterioration, or
damage.
Be alert to any changes in the sound of the exhaust
system
or any smell of fumes. These are signs the
system may be leaking or overheating. Repair the
system at once,
if these conditions exist. (See also
"Engine Exhaust Gas Safety" and "Three Way
Catalytic Converter" in Owner's manual.)
FUEL CAP, FUEL LINES, AND FUEL TANK
INSPECTION
Inspect the fuel tank, the fuel cap and the fuel lines
every
60,000 miles (96,000 km) for damage which
could cause leakage.
Inspect the fuel cap and the gasket for correct sealing
and physical damage. Replace any damaged parts.
DRIVE BELT INSPECTION
Check the belts driving the steering oil pump, the air
conditioning compressor, and the generator
for
cracks, fraying, wear, and correct tension every 30,000
miles (48,000 km). Adjust or replace as necessary.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT, BALANCE AND
TIRES OPERATION
Uneven or abnormal tire wear, or a pull right or left
on a straight and level road may show the need for
a wheel alignment. A vibration of the steering
wheel or seat at normal highway speeds means a
wheel balancing is needed. Check tire pressure
when the tires are "cold" (include the spare).
Maintain pressure as shown in the tire placard,
which is located on the driver's door lock pillar.
STEERING SYSTEM OPERATION
Be alert for any changes in steering action. An
inspection
or service is needed when the steering
wheel is harder
to turn or has too much free play, or
if there are unusual sounds when turning or parking.

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION OB-13
APPROXIMATE CAPACITIES
Items Metric Measure U.S. Measure
Fuel tank 85L 22.5 Gal.
*Crankcase
Oil Change with Filter .............................. 5.4L 5.7 at
Oil Change without Filter ••••••••••••••••••\
0 •••• 0 ••• 4.7L
5.0 at
Coolant ........................................ MIT 8.8L 9.3 at
A/T 8.5L 9.0 at
Transmission
Manual
.......................................... 2.95L 3.1 at
Automatic ••••••••••••••••••\
•• 0 •••• 0 0 0 ••••••••••• 8.6L 9.1 at
Transfer
1.45L 1.5 at
Axle
Rear o o o 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 I 0 0 0 o o o o o o o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o 1.8L 1.9 at
Front ........................................ ~ ... 1.5L 1.6 at
Power steering ••• 0 ••••••••• 0 ••••••••••••••••••\
0 •••• 1.0L 1.1 at
Air conditioning (R-134a) o o 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 I 0 0 0 0 0 o o 0 o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.75kg 1.651b
* Crankcase capacities shown are approximate refill capacities.
After
refill, recheck oil level.

The refrigeration cycle includes the following four
processes as the refrigerant changes repeatedly
from liquid to gas and back to liquid while circulat­
ing.
EVAPORATION
The refrigerant is changed from a liquid to a gas in­
side
the evaporator. The refrigerant mist that enters
the evaporator vaporizes readily. The liquid refrige­
rant removes
the required quantity of heat (latent
heat of vaporization) from the air around the evap­
orator core cooling fins and rapidly vaporizes.
Removing the heat cools the air, which is then
radiated
from the fins and lowers the temperature of
the air inside the vehicle.
The refrigerant liquid sent from the expansion valve
and the vaporized refrigerant gas are both present
inside the
evaporator and the liquid is converted to
gas.
With this change from liquid to gas, the pressure
inside
the evaporator must be kept low enough for
vaporization to occur at a lower temperature.
Because of that, the vaporized refrigerant is sucked
into the compressor.
COMPRESSION
The refrigerant is compressed by the compressor
until it is easily liquefied at normal temperature.
The vaporized
refrigerant in the evaporator is sucked
into the compressor. This action maintains the
refrigerant inside the evaporator at a low pressure
so
that it can easily vaporize, even at low tempera­
tures close to ooc (32°F).
Also, the refrigerant sucked into the compressor is
compressed inside the
cylinder to increase the
pressure and temperature to values such that the
refrigerant can easily liquefy at normal ambient
temperatures.
CONDENSATION
The refrigerant inside the condenser is cooled by the
outside air and changes from gas to liquid.
The high temperature, high pressure gas coming
from the compressor is cooled and liquefied by the
condenser with outside air and accumulated in the
receiver/drier. The heat radiated to the outside air by
the high temperature, high pressure gas in the
compressor is called heat of condensation. This is
the total quantity of heat (heat of vaporization) the
refrigerant removes
from the vehicle interior via the
evaporator and the work (calculated as the quantity
of heat) performed for compression.
'-' EXPANSION
The expansion valve lowers the pressure of the
refrigerant liquid so that it can easily vaporize.
AIR CONDITIONING 1 B -3
The process of lowering the pressure to encourage
vaporization before the
liquefied refrigerant is sent
to the evaporator is called expansion. In addition,
the expansion valve controls the flow rate of the
refrigerant liquid while decreasing the pressure.
That is, the quantity of refrigerant liquid vaporized
inside
the evaporator is determined by the quantity
of heat which must be removed at a prescribed
vaporization temperature.
It is important that the
quantity of refrigerant be controlled to exactly the
right value.
COMPRESSOR
It compressor performs two main functions:
It compresses low-pressure and low-temperature
refrigerant vapor from the evaporator into high­
pressure and high-temperature
refrigerant vapor to
the condenser. And it pumps refrigerant and
refrigerant
oil through the air conditioning system.
This vehicle is equipped with five-vane rotary com­
pressor.
The
thermo sensor is installed to the front head of
the compressor to protect it by stopping its
operation when the refrigerant gas is insufficient or
when the temperature is abnormally high.
• OFF ...... 160 ±soc (320.0 ± 9.0°F)
• ON
...... 135 ±soc (27S.O ± 9.0°F)
The specified amount of the compressor oil is 1SOcc
(S.O fl.oz.).
The oil used in the HFC-134a system compressor
differs from that used in R-12 systems.
Also, compressor oil to be used varies according to
the compressor model. Be sure to avoid mixing two
or more different types of oil.
If the wrong oil is used, lubrication will be poor and
the compressor will seize or malfunction.
The magnetic clutch connector is a waterproof
type.
MAGNETIC CLUTCH
The compressor is driven by the drive belt from the
crank
pulley of the engine. If the compressor is ac­
tivated each
time the engine is started, this causes
too much load to the engine. The magnetic clutch
transmits the power from the engine to the com­
pressor and activates it when the air conditioning is
"ON". Also, it cuts off the power from the engine to
the compressor when the air conditioning is "OFF".
(Magnetic clutch repair procedure can be found in
Section 1 D.)

COMPRESSOR OVERHAUL 1 D - 1
SECTION 10
COMPRESSOR OVERHAUL
CONTENTS
General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 D-1
Diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
D-2
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 D-3
Compressor Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 D-3
Service Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1D-5
Magnetic Clutch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 D-5
Main Data and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 D-8
General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 D-8
Torque Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 D-8
Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1D-9
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
When servicing the compressor, keep dirt or foreign
material from getting on or into the compressor
parts and system. Clean tools and a clean work area
are
important for proper service. The compressor
connections and the outside of the compressor
should be cleaned before any "On-Vehicle" repair,
or before removal of the compressor. The parts must
be kept clean at all times and any parts to be
reassembled
should be cleaned with Trichloro­
ethane, naphtha, kerosene, or equivalent solvent,
and
dried with dry air. Use only lint free cloths to
wipe parts.
The
operations described below are based on bench
overhaul
with compressor removed from the
vehicle, except as noted. They have been prepared
in
order of accessibility of the components. When
the compressor is removed from the vehicle for
servicing, the oil remaining in the compressor
should be discarded and new compressor oil added
to the compressor.
Magnetic clutch assembly repair procedures require
that the system be discharged of refrigerant. (Refer
to Section 1 B for "REFRIGERANT RECOVERY".)
Compressor malfunction will appear in one of four
ways: noise, seizure, leakage or low discharge
pressure. Resonant
compressor noises are not
cause for alarm; however, irregular noise or rattles
may indicate broken parts or excessive clearances
due to wear. To check seizure, de-energize the
magnetic clutch and check to see if the drive plate
can be rotated.
If rotation is impossible, the com­
pressor is seized. Low discharge pressure may be
due to a faulty internal seal of the compressor, or a
restriction in the compressor.
Low discharge pres­
sure
may also be due to an insufficient refrigerant
charge
or a restriction elsewhere in the system.
These possibilities
should be checked prior to
servicing the compressor. If the compressor is
inoperative,
but is not seized, check to see if current
is being supplied to the magnetic clutch coil
terminals.
This vehicle is equipped with five-vane rotary com­
pressor.
The
compressor has vanes built into a rotor which is
mounted on a shaft.
When the shaft rotates, the vanes built into the
cylinder block assembly are opened by centrifugal
force.
This changes the volume of the space formed by the
rotor and cylinder, resulting in the intake and
compression of the refrigerant gas. The discharge
valve and the
valve stopper, which protects the
discharge valve, are
built into the cylinder block
assembly. There is no suction valve but a shaft seal
is
installed between the shaft and head; a trigger
valve, which applies back pressure to the vanes, is
installed in the cylinder block and a refrigerant gas
temperature sensor is installed in the front head.
The specified
quantity of compressor oil is contained
in
the compressor to lubricate the various parts
using
the refrigerant gas discharge pressure.
The thermo sensor is installed to the front head of
the compressor to protect it by stopping its
operation when the refrigerant gas is insufficient or
when the temperature get abnormally high.
•OFF ..... 160 ±soc (320.0 ± 9.0°F)
•ON ..... 135 ±soc (275.0 ± 9.0°F)
The oil used in the HFC-134a system compressor
differs from that used in R-12 systems.
Also, compressor
oil to be used varies according to
the compressor model. Be sure to avoid mixing two
or more different types of oil.
If the wrong oil is used, lubrication will be poor and
the compressor will seize or malfunction.
The specified
amount of the compressor oil is
150cc (5.0 fl.oz.).

1 D-4 COMPRESSOR OVERHAUL
6. Perform oil return operation.
7. Remove the compressor and recheck the
amount of oil.
8. Adjust the compressor oil, if necessary.
Collected Amount
more than 90cc
(3.0
fl.oz.)
Charging Amount
same as collected amount
less than 90cc (3.0 fl.oz.) 90cc (3.0 fl.oz.)
Checking and Adjusting for Compressor
Replacement
150cc (5.0 fl.oz.) of oil is charged in compressor
(service parts).
So it is necessary to drain the
proper
amount of oil from the new compressor.
1. Perform oil return operation.
2. Discharge and recover refrigerant and remove
the compressor.
3. Drain the compressor oil and measure the
extracted
oil.
4. Check the compressor oil for contamination.
5. Adjust oil level as required.
Amount of oil drained
from used compressor
less than 90cc
(3.0
fl.oz.)
Draining amount of oil
from new compressor
Same as drained
amount
more than 90cc (3.0 fl.oz.) 90cc (3.0 fl.oz.)
6. Evacuate, charge and perform oil return oper­
ation.
7. Check system operation.
CONTAMINATION OF COMPRESSOR OIL
Unlike engine oil, no cleaning agent is added to the
compressor
oil. Even if the compressor runs for a
long period
of time (approximately 1 season), the
oil never becomes contaminated as long
as there is
nothing
wrong with the compressor or its method
of use.
Inspect the extracted oil for any of the following
conditions:
• The capacity of the oil has increased.
• The oil has changed color to red.
• Foreign substances, metal powder, etc., are
present in the oil.
If any of these conditions exists, compressor oil
is contaminated. Whenever contaminated com­
pressor
oil is discovered, the receiver/dryer must
be
replaced.
OIL RETURN OPERATION
There is close affinity between the oil and the
refrigerant. During normal operation, part
of the oil
recirculates
with the refrigerant in the system.
When checking the
amount of oil in the system, or
replacing any component of the system, the com­
pressor
must be run in advance for oil return oper­
ation. The procedure is as
follows:
1. Open the all doors and engine hood.
2. Start the engine and air conditioning switch is
"ON" and Set the fan control knob at its hig­
hest position.
3. Run the compressor for more than 20 minutes
between
800 and 1,000 rpm in order to operate
the system.
4. Stop the engine.
REPLACEMENT OF COMPONENT PARTS
When replacing system component parts, supply
the following
amount of oil to the component parts
to be installed.
Component parts to be installed Amount of oil
Evaporator 50cc
(1.7
fl.oz.)
Condenser 30cc
(1.0 fl.oz.)
Receiver/dryer 30cc
(1.0 fl.oz.)
Refrigerant line (one piece) 1 Occ (0.3 fl. oz.)
Fig. 1 D-3
•

HYDRAULIC BRAKES 5A-5
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
FILLING MASTER CYLINDER
RESERVOIR
'\fl CAUTION:
'VI • Use only specified brake fluid. Do not use any
fluid which contains a petroleum base. Do not
use a container which has been used for
petroleum based fluids or a container which is
wet with water. Petroleum based fluids will
cause swelling and distortion of rubber parts in
the
hydraulic brake system. Water mixed with
brake fluid lowers the fluid boiling point. Keep
all fluid containers capped to prevent contami­
nation.
• Always fill the master cylinder reservoir when
the engine is
cold.
•
Never allow the brake fluid to come in contact
with the painted surfaces.
The master
cylinder reservoir must be kept properly
filled
to ensure adequate reserve and to prevent air
and moisture
from entering the hydraulic system.
However, because
of expansion due to heat absorbed
from the brakes and the engine, the reservoir must not
be overfilled. The brake fluid reservoir is on the master
cylinder, which is located under the hood on the
left
side of the cowl. Thoroughly clean reservoir cap
before
removal to avoid getting dirt into reservoir.
Remove cap and diaphragm.
Add fluid as required to
bring level to the "MAX" mark on the reservoir tank.
Use
"DOT 3" Hydraulic Brake Fluid. If the fluid cap
diaphragm is stretched, return
it to the original position
before
installing.
DETERIORATION OF BRAKE FLUID
Using any other brake fluid than specified or brake fluid
with mineral oil or water mixed in will drop the boiling
point of brake fluid. It may, in turn, result in vapor lock
or deteriorated rubber parts of the hydraulic system.
Be sure to change brake fluid at specified intervals.
If rubber parts are deteriorated, remove all the system
parts and
clean them with alcohol. Prior to reassembly,
dry the cleaned parts with air to remove the alcohol.
Replace all
hoses and rubber parts of the system.
LEAKAGE OF BRAKE FLUID
With engine idling, set shift lever in the neutral position
and continue to depress brake
pedal at a constant
pressure.
Should the pedal stroke become deeper gradually,
leak from the hydraulic pressure system is possible.
Make sure
by visual check that there is no leak.
BLEEDING BRAKE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
A bleeding operation is necessary to remove air from
the hydraulic brake system whenever air is introduced
into the hydraulic system.
It may be necessary to bleed
the hydraulic system at all four brakes if air has been
introduced through a
low fluid level or by dis­
connecting brake pipes at the master cylinder. If a
brake pipe is disconnected at one
wheel, only that
wheel cylinder/caliper needs to be bled. If pipes are
disconnected at any fitting
located between master
cylinder and brakes, then the brake system served by
the disconnected pipe must
be bled.
1. For 4-wheel Antilock Brake System (ABS)
equipped
vehicle, be sure to remove the ABS
main fuse
40A located at the relay and fuse box
before
bleeding air. If you attempt to bleed air
without removing the main fuse, air cannot be let
out thoroughly, and this may cause damage to the
hydraulic unit.
After bleeding air, be sure to
replace the ABS main fuse back to its original
position.
2. Set the parking brake completely, then start the
engine.
NOTE:
The vacuum booster will be damaged if the
bleeding operation is performed with the engine
off.
3. Remove the master cylinder reservoir cap.
4. Fill the master cylinder reservoir with brake fluid.
Keep the reservoir at least half full during the air
bleeding operation.
5. Always use new brake fluid for replenishment.
6. In replenishing brake fluid, take care that air
bubbles do not enter the brake fluid.
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When the master cylinder is replaced or
overhauled, first bleed the air from the master
cylinder, then from each
wheel cylinder and
caliper following the procedures described
below.
Bleeding the master cylinder (Fig. 5A-1}
7. Disconnect the rear wheel brake pipe master
cylinder (Fig. 5A-1 ). Check the fluid level
and replenish as necessary. If replenished, leave
the system for at least one minute.
8. Depress the brake pedal slowly once and hold it
depressed.
9. Completely seal the delivery port of the master
cylinder where the pipe was disconnected with
your finger, then release the brake pedal slowly.
10. Release your finger from the delivery port when
the brake
pedal returns completely.
11. Repeat steps 7 through 9 until the brake fluid
comes out of the delivery port during step 7.

5A4-4 4-WHEEL ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
ABS WARNING LIGHT
Vehicles equipped with the Antilock Brake System
have an
amber "ABS" warning light in the
instrument panel. The "ABS" warning light will
illuminate if a malfunction in the Antilock Brake
System is detected by the Electronic Brake
Control
Module (EBCM). In case of an electronic
malfunction, the EBCM will turn "ON" the "ABS"
warning light and disable the Antilock braking
function.
The
"ABS" light will turn "ON" during engine
starting and
will usually stay "ON" for
approximately three seconds after the ignition
switch is returned to the "ON" position.
If the "ABS" light stays "ON" after engine start-up,
or comes "ON" and stays "ON" while driving, the
Antilock Brake System should be inspected
for a
malfunction according to the diagnosis procedure.
Fig. 5A4-2
WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
It consists of a sensor and a rotor. The sensor is
attached
to the knuckle on the front wheels and to
the axle shaft bearing holder on the rear wheels.
The
rotor is press-fit in the axle shaft.
The
flux generated from electrodes magnetized by
a magnet in the sensor varies due to rotation of the
rotor, and the electromagnetic
induction generates
alternating voltage in
the coil. This voltage draws a
"sine curve" with the frequency proportional to
rotor speed and it allows detection of wheel speed.
G-SENSOR
The G-sensor installed inside the center console
detects the vehicle deceleration speed and sends a
signal
to the EBCM. It is normally on, and is turned
off when the vehicle deceleration speed exceeds
about 0.35G.
In 4WD operation, all four wheels may
be decelerated in almost the same phase, since all
wheels are connected mechanically. This tendency
is noticeable particularly on roads
with low friction
coefficient, and the
ABS control is adversely
affected. The
G-sensor judges
whether the friction coefficient
of road surface is low or high, and changes the
EBCM's operating system to ensure ABS control.
NORMAL AND ANTILOCK BRAKING
Under normal driving conditions, the Antilock Brake
System functions the same
as a standard power
assisted brake system. However, with the detection
of wheel lock-up, a slight bump or kick-back will be
felt in the brake pedal. This pedal
"bump" will be
followed by a series of short pedal pulsations which
occurs in rapid succession. The brake pedal
pulsation
will continue until there is no longer a
need
for the antilock function or until the vehicle is
stopped. A
slight ticking or popping noise may be
heard
during brake applications when the Antilock
features is being used.
When the
Antilock feature is being used, the brake
pedal
may rise even as the brakes are being
applied. This is also
normal. Maintaining a
constant force on the pedal
will provide the shortest
stopping distance.
BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL
Vehicles equipped with the Antilock Brake System
may be stopped by applying normal force to the
brake pedal.
Although there is no need to push the
pedal beyond the
point where it stops or holds the ~
vehicle, by applying more force the pedal will
continue to travel toward the floor.
This extra brake pedal travel is normal.
ABBREVIATIONS
Several abbreviations are commonly used
throughout this section:
ABS .......................................... Antilock Brake System
CKT ...................................................................... Circuit
DLC ............................................... Data Link Connector
EBCM ....................... Eiectronic Brake Control Module
FL. ................................................................... Front Left
FR ................................................................. Front Right
GEN ............................................................... Generator
HU .......................................................... Hydraulic Unit
MV ................................................................... Millivolts
RL .................................................................... Rear Left
RR ................................................................. Rear Right
RPS .......................................... Revolution per Second
UVR ............................................................. Valve Relay
VDC .................................................................. DC Volts
VAC .................................................................. AC Volts
W/L .........................................................
Warning Light
WSS ............................................ Wheel Speed Sensor