check engine ISUZU TROOPER 1998 Service Workshop Manual

5A±5 BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
FR
Front Right
GEN
Generator
MV
Millivolts
RL
Rear Left
RR
Rear RightRPS
Revolution per Second
VDC
Volts DC
VA C
Volts AC
W/L
Warning Light
WSS
Wheel Speed Sensor
General Diagnosis
General Information
ABS malfunction can be classified into two types, those
which can be detected by the ABS warning light and those
which can be detected as a vehicle abnormality by the
driver.
In either case, locate the fault in accordance with the
ªBASIC DIAGNOSTIC FLOWCHARTº and repair.
Please refer to Section 5C for the diagnosis of
mechanical troubles such as brake noise, brake judder
(brake pedal or vehicle vibration felt when braking),
uneven braking, and parking brake trouble.
ABS Service Precautions
Required Tools and Items:

Box Wrench

Brake Fluid

Special Tool
Some diagnosis procedures in this section require the
installation of a special tool.
J-39200 High Impedance Multimeter
When circuit measurements are requested, use a circuit
tester with high impedance.
Computer System Service Precautions
The Anti-lock Brake System interfaces directly with the
Electronic Hydraulic Control Unit (EHCU) which is a
control computer that is similar in some regards to the
Powertrain Control Module. These modules are designed
to withstand normal current draws associated with
vehicle operation. However, care must be taken to avoid
overloading any of the EHCU circuits. In testing for opens
or shorts, do not ground or apply voltage to any of the
circuits unless instructed to do so by the appropriate
diagnostic procedure. These circuits should only be
tested with a high impedance multimeter (J-39200) or
special tools as described in this section. Power should
never be removed or applied to any control module with
the ignition in the ªONº position.
Before removing or connecting battery cables, fuses or
connectors, always turn the ignition switch to the ªOFFº
position.
General Service Precautions
The following are general precautions which should be
observed when servicing and diagnosing the Anti-lock
Brake System and/or other vehicle systems. Failure toobserve these precautions may result in Anti-lock Brake
System damage.

If welding work is to be performed on the vehicle using
an electric arc welder, the EHCU and valve block
connectors should be disconnected before the
welding operation begins.

The EHCU and valve block connectors should never
be connected or disconnected with the ignition ªONº .

EHCU of the Anti-lock Brake System are not
separately serviceable and must be replaced as
assemblies. Do not disassemble any component
which is designated as non-serviceable in this
Section.

If only rear wheels are rotated using jacks or drum
tester, the system will diagnose a speed sensor
malfunction and the ªABSº warning light will
illuminate. But actually no trouble exists. After
inspection stop the engine once and re-start it, then
make sure that the ªABSº warning light does not
illuminate.
If the battery has been discharged
The engine may stall if the battery has been completely
discharged and the engine is started via jumper cables.
This is because the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
requires a large quantity of electricity. In this case, wait
until the battery is recharged, or set the ABS to a
non-operative state by removing the fuse for the ABS
(40A). After the battery has been recharged, stop the
engine and install the ABS fuse. Start the engine again,
and confirm that the ABS warning light does not light.
Note on Intermittents
As with virtually any electronic system, it is difficult to
identify an intermittent failure. In such a case duplicating
the system malfunction during a test drive or a good
description of vehicle behavior from the customer may be
helpful in locating a ªmost likelyº failed component or
circuit. The symptom diagnosis chart may also be useful
in isolating the failure. Most intermittent problems are
caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring. When
an intermittent failure is encountered, check suspect
circuits for:

Suspected harness damage.

Poor mating of connector halves or terminals not fully
seated in the connector body (backed out).

Improperly formed or damaged terminals.

5A±6
BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Test Driving ABS Complaint Vehicles
In case that there has been an malfunction in the lighting
pattern of ªABSº warning light, the fault can be located in
accordance with the ªDIAGNOSIS BY ªABSº WARNING
LIGHT ILLUMINATION PATTERNº . In case of such
trouble as can be detected by the driver as a vehicle
symptom, however, it is necessary to give a test drive
following the test procedure mentioned below, thereby
reproducing the symptom for trouble diagnosis on a
symptom basis:
1. Start the engine and make sure that the ªABSº W/L
goes OFF. If the W/L remains ON, it means that the
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) is stored. Therefore,
read the code and locate the fault.
2. Start the vehicle and accelerate to about 30 km/h (19
mph) or more.
3. Slowly brake and stop the vehicle completely.
4. Then restart the vehicle and accelerate to about 40
km/h (25 mph) or more.
5. Brake at a time so as to actuate the ABS and stop the
vehicle.
6. Be cautious of abnormality during the test. If the W/L
is actuated while driving, read the DTC and locate the
fault.
7. If the abnormality is not reproduced by the test, make
best efforts to reproduce the situation reported by the
customer.
8. If the abnormality has been detected, repair in
accordance with the ªSYMPTOM DIAGNOSISº .NOTE:

Be sure to give a test drive on a wide, even road with
little traffic.

If an abnormality is detected, be sure to suspend the
test and start trouble diagnosis at once.
ªABSº Warning Light
When ABS trouble occurs and actuates when possible
the ªABSº warning light, the trouble code corresponding
to the trouble is stored in the EHCU. Only the ordinary
brake system is available when the ABS is turned off.
When the ªABSº warning light is actuated, if the starter
switch is set ON after setting it OFF once, the EHCU
checks up on the entire system and, if there is no
abnormality, judges ABS to work currently and the
warning light works normally even though the trouble
code is stored.
NOTE: Illumination of the ªABSº warning light indicates
that anti-lock braking is no longer available. Power
assisted braking without anti-lock control is still available.
Normal Operation
ªABSº Warning Light
When the ignition is first moved from ªOFFº to ªRUNº , the
amber ªABSº warning light will turn ªONº . The ªABSº
warning light will turn ªONº during engine starting and will
usually stay ªONº for approximately three seconds after
the ignition switch is returned to the ªONº position. The
warning light should remain ªOFFº at all other times.
Basic Diagnostic Flow Chart
StepActionYe sNo
11. Customer complaint.
2. Questioning to customer.
3. Basic inspection (Refer to ªBasic inspection procedureº)
Using TECH 2?
Go to Step 2Go to Step 4
2Make sure of DTC by mode ªF0: Diagnostic Trouble Codesº.
Is EHCU including DTC?
Go to Step 3Go to Step 5
31. Repair of faulty part.
2. Elimination of DTC.
3. Inspection of ªABSº W/L Illumination pattern with ignition SW
ªONº.
4. Test drive.
Does repeat trouble?
Repeat the
diagnosis it the
symptom or DTC
appears again Go
to Step 1
Go to Step 5
4Check if the DTC is stored.
Is EHCU including DTC?
Go to Step 3
Trouble diagnosis
based on
symptom (Refer
to ªSYMPTOM
DIAGNOSISº) Go
to Step 3
51. Reconnect all components and ensure all component are
properly mounted.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble code.
Was this step finished?
FinishedGo to Step 5

5A±38
BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Chart A-5, TA-5 Braking Sound (From EHCU) Is Heard While Not Braking
StepActionYe sNo
1Is this the first time the vehicle is being driven after starting the
engine?It is self checking
sound.
Normal.
Go to Step 2
2Is vehicle speed under 10 km/h (6 mph)?It is self checking
sound.
Normal.
Go to Step 3
3Check for the following condition:

At the time of shift down or clutch operation.

At the time of low
drive (ice or snow road) or rough road drive.

At the time of high-speed turn.

At the time of passing curb.

At the time of operating electrical equipment switches.

At the time of racing the engine (over 5000 rpm).
Did it occur under any one condition above?
ABS may
sometime be
actuated even
when brake pedal
is not applied.
Go to Step 4
4Is there play in each sensor/wheel speed sensor rings?
Go to Step 5
Repair.
Go to Step 7
5Damage or powdered iron sticking to each sensor/wheel speed
sensor ring?
Go to Step 6
Repair.
Go to Step 7
6Is each sensor output normal?(Refer to chart C-1 or TC-1).Check harness/
connector for
suspected
disconnection.
If no
disconnection is
found, replace
EHCU.
Go to Step 7
Repair.
Go to Step 7
7Reconnect all components, ensure all components are properly
mounted.
Was this step finished?Repeat the ªBasic
diagnostic flow
chart.º
Go to Step 7

5A±43 BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Chart B-1 With the key in the ON position (Before starting the engine). Warning light (W/L)
is not activated.
StepActionYe sNo
1Is W/L fuse C-10 disconnected?Replace fuse.
Go to Step 5
Go to Step 2
2Is W/L burnt out?Replace W/L
bulb.
Go to Step 5
Go to Step 3
31. Turn the key off.
2. Disconnect EHCU connector.
3. Turn the key ON.
4. Measure the voltage between EHCU connector terminal 13
and 14.
Is the voltage equal to the battery voltage?
Go to Step 4
Repair harness
and connector.
Go to Step 5
4Is there continuity between EHCU connector terminals, 12 and 15
and body ground.Check harness
for suspected
disconnection.
No fault found:
Replace EHCU.
Go to Step 5
Repair harness
and connector.
Go to Step 5
5Reconnect all components, ensure all components are properly
mounted.
Was this step finished?Repeat the ªBasic
diagnostic flow
chart.º
Go to Step 5
Chart B-2 EHCU Abnormality (DTC 14)
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn the key off.
2. Disconnect the EHCU connector.
3. Inspect EHCU ground.
Is there resistance between the EHCU connector terminals, 12
and 15 and body ground?
Go to Step 2
Repair the body
ground harness.
Go to Step 3
21. Turn the key off, connect the EHCU.
2. Erase the trouble code.
3. Turn Ignition off, then on, to perform system self-check.
4. If warning light remains on, display trouble codes once again.
Is the check trouble code 14?
Replace EHCU.
Go to Step 3
Inspect in
accordance with
the DTC
displayed.
31. Reconnect all components and ensure all components are
properly mounted.
2. Clear diagnostic trouble code.
Was this step finished?
Repeat the ªBasic
diagnostic flow
chart.º
Go to Step 3

POWER ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM 5C – 3
BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
ROAD TESTING THE BRAKES
Brake Test
Brakes should be tested on a dry, clean, reasonably
smooth and level roadway. A true test of brake
performance cannot be made if the roadway is wet,
greasy or covered with loose dirt so that all tires do
not grip the road equally. Testing will also be
adversely affected if the roadway is crowned so as to
throw the weight of the vehicle toward wheels on one
side or if the roadway is so rough that wheels tend to
bounce. Test the brakes at different vehicle speeds
with both light and heavy pedal pressure; however,
avoid locking the wheels and sliding the tires. Locked
wheels and sliding tires do not indicate brake
efficiency, since heavily braked but turning wheels
will stop the vehicle in less distance than locked
wheels. More tire-to-road friction is present with a
heavily braked turning tire then with a sliding tire.
The standard brake system is designed and balanced
to avoid locking the wheels except at very high
deceleration levels.
It is designed this way because the shortest stopping
distance and best control is achieved without brake
lock-up.
Because of high deceleration capability, a firmer pedal
may be felt at higher deceleration levels.
External Conditions That Affect Brake
Performance
1. Tires: Tires having unequal contact and grip on the
road will cause unequal braking. Tires must be
equally inflated, identical in size, and the tread
pattern of right and left tires must be
approximately equal.
2. Vehicle loading: A heavily loaded vehicle requires
more braking effort.
3. Wheel Alignment: Misalignment of the wheels,
particularly in regard to excessive camber and
caster, will cause the brakes to pull to one side.
BRAKE FLUID LEAKS
With engine running at idle and the transmission in
“Neutral”, depress the brake pedal and hold a
constant foot pressure on the pedal. If pedal gradually
falls away with the constant pressure, the hydraulic
system may be leaking.
Check the master cylinder fluid level. While a slight
drop in reservoir level will result from normal lining
wear, an abnormally low level in resevoir indicates a
leak in the system. The hydraulic system may be
leaking internally as well as externally. Refer to
“Master Cylinder Inspection”. Also, the system may
appear to pass this test but still have slight leakage. If
fluid level is normal, check the vacuum booster push

5C – 4 POWER ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
rod length. If an incorrect length push rod is found,
adjust or replace the push rod. Check the brake pedal
travel and the parking brake adjustment.
When checking the fluid level, the master cylinder
fluid level may be low from the “MAX” mark if the
front and rear linings are worn. This is not abnormal.
WARNING LIGHT OPERATION
When the ignition switch is in the START position, the
“BRAKE” warning light should glow and go OFF when
the ignition switch returns to the ON position.
The following conditions will activate the “BRAKE”
light:
1. Parking brake applied. The light should be ON
whenever the parking brake is applied and the
ignition switch is ON.
2. Low fluid level. A low fluid level in the master
cylinder will turn the “BRAKE” light ON.
3. During engine cranking the “BRAKE” light should
remain ON. This notifies the driver that the
warning circuit is operating properly.
4. Low vacuum warning light. The vacuum warning
device is equipped on the diesel engine equipped
vehicles. The “BRAKE” light comes on when the
reserved vacuum is lowered to a critical level or
power brake line is damaged.
NOTE:
Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may cause the
brake warning light to come ON when the engine is
running at idling speed or at low speed. This is
because the amount of vacuum is used more than
that supplied by the vacuum pump, however, no
problem will occur actually.
If the lamp is still lighting even after 2 or 3 seconds at
idling speed, the vacuum line may be defective.
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
Refer to Brake Control System for inspection and
diagnosis procedure of the hydraulic unit.

POWER ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM 5C – 9
SERVICING
FILLING MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR
CAUTION:
1) 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
contamination.
2) Always fill the master cylinder reservoid when
the engine is cold.
3) Never allow the brake fluid to come in contact
with the painted surfaced.
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 driver 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 speficied or brake
fluid with mineral oil or water mixed in will drop the
boiling point of brake fluid. It may, in turn, reuslt 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, remover 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 pedal application force.
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.

5C – 10 POWER ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
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
disconnecting brake pipes at the master cylinder. If a
brake pipe is disconneted 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.
•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
7. Disconnect the rear wheel brake pipe 1from the
master cylinder. 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.
NOTE:
Do not allow the fluid level in the reservoir to go
below the half-way mark.
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5C – 12 POWER ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
27. Depress the brake pedal to check if you feel
“sponginess” after the air has been removed from
all wheel cylinders and calipers. If the pedal feels
“spongy”, the entire bleeding procedure must be
repeated.
28. After the bleeding operation is completed on each
individual wheel, check the level of brake fluid in
the reservoir and replenish up to the “MAX” level if
necessary.
29. Attach the reservoir cap.
•If the diaphragm inside the cap is deformed,
reform it and install.
30. Stop the engine.
FLUSHING BRAKE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
It is recommended that the entire hydraulic system be
thoroughly flushed with clean brake fluid whenever
new parts are installed in the hydraluic system.
Approximately one quart of fluid is required to flush
the hydraulic system.
The system must be flushed if there is any doubt as to
the grade of fluid in the system or if fluid has been
used which contains the slightest trace of mineral oil.
All rubber parts that have been subjected to a
contaminated fluid must be replaced.
BRAKE PIPES AND HOSES
The hydraulic brake system components are
interconnected by special steel piping and flexible
hoses. Flexible hoses are used between the frame and
the front calipers, the frame and rear axle case and the
rear axle and the rear calipers.
When the hydraulic pipes have been disconnected for
any reason, the brake system must be bled after
reconnecting the pipe; refer to “Bleeding Brake
Hydraulic System” in this section.
BRAKE HOSE INSPECTION
The brake hoses should be inspected at least twice a
year. The brake hose assembly should be checked for
road hazard, cracks and chafing of the outer cover,
and for leaks and blisters. Inspect for proper routing
and mounting of the hose. A brake hose that rubs on
suspension components will wear and eventually fail.
A light and mirror may be needed for an adequate
inspection. If any of the above conditions are
observed on the brake hose, adjust or replace the
hose as necessary.
CAUTION:
Never allow brake components such as calipers to
hang from the brake hoses, as damage to the hoses
may occur.

POWER ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM 5C – 13
CHECKING BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT
The push rod serves as the brake pedal stopper when
the pedal is fully released. Brake pedal height
adjustment should be performed as follows:
Adjust Brake Pedal
1. Measure the brake pedal height after making sure
the pedal is fully returned by the pedal return
spring.
Pedal height (L2) must be measured after starting
the engine and revving it several times.
Pedal Free Play (L1) mm (in)
6 – 10 (0.23 – 0.39)
Pedal Height (L2) mm (in)
LHD RHD
208 – 218 211 – 221
(8.19 – 8.58) (8.31 – 8.70)
NOTE:
Pedal free play (L1) must be measured after turning
off the engine and stepping on the brake pedal firmly
five times or more.
2. If the measured value is not within the above
range, adjust the brake pedal as follows:
a) Disconnect the stop light switch connector.
b) Loosen the stop light switch lock nut.
c) Rotate the stop light switch so that it moves
away from the brake pedal.
d) Loosen the lock nut on the push rod.
e) Adjust the brake pedal to the specified height
by rotating the push rod in the appropriate
direction.
f) Tighten the lock nut to the specified torque.
Lock Nut Torque N·m (kg·m/lb·ft)
20 (2.0 / 15)
g) Adjust the stop light switch to the specified
clearance (between switch housing and brake
pedal) by rotating the switch housing.
Clearance mm (in)
0 – 0.2 (0 – 0.008)
NOTE:
While adjusting the installation of the stoplight
switch, make sure that the threaded part of the
stoplight switch does not push the brake pedal.
h) Tighten the stop light switch lock nut.
i) Connect the stop light switch connector.
Switch
Floor panel
(L3)
(A)
(L2)(L1)
Lock nut
(A)