Isuzu D-Max / Isuzu Rodeo (TFR/TFS). Manual - part 2005

FRONT SUSPENSION  3C-13

Important Operations

1. Adjust Bolt
Apply the setting marks to the adjust bolt and height control
arm.

2. Height Control Arm
Apply the setting marks to the height control arm and torsion
bar.

3. Torsion Bar
Apply the setting marks to the torsion bar and lower link.

21.Shock Absorber (Gas-sealded type)

CAUTION :
The shock absorbers have been charged with gas at the
factory.  Exposure to high temperatures or an open flame
can result in a dangerous explosion.
Keep the shock absorbers away from high temperatures
and open flames.

3C-14  FRONT SUSPENSION

  INSPECTION AND REPAIR

Make all necessary adjustments, repairs, and part replacements if wear, damage, or other problems are discovered
during inspections.

• Torsion bar, height control arm
• Strut bar
• Stabilizer bar
• Shock absorber
• Rubber bushing

Visual Check

Inspect the following parts for wear, damage or other abnormal
conditions.

FRONT SUSPENSION  3C-15

  REASSEMBLY

Reassembly Steps

Torsion Bar

! 1. Torsion Bar
! 2. Height control arm
! 3. Adjust bolt, seat, lock plate

and bolt

Strut Bar

4. Rubber bushing and washer

! 5. Strut bar
! 6. Bolt and washer

7. Rubber bushing, washer and

tube

! 8. Nut and washer

Stabilizer Bar

9. Rubber bushing and washer

10. Bracket
11. Rubber bushing and washer
12. Nut
13. Stabilizer bar
14. Rubber bushing and washer

!15. Bolt and nut

16. Bracket
17. Bolt

Shock Absorber

18. Upper link bumper
19. Lower link bumper
20. Rubber bushing and washer
21. Shock absorber
22. Rubber bushing and washer

!23. Nut
!24. Bolt, nut, and washer

3C-16  FRONT SUSPENSION

Important Operations

1. Torsion Bar

(1) Apply grease to the serrated portions.

(2) Align the scribe marks.

(3) Note the embossed mark on the end of the torsion bar.

R : Right side

L : Left side

2. Height Control Arm

(1) Apply grease to the portion that fits into the bracket.

(2) Align the scribe marks.

3. Adjust Bolt, Seat, Lock Plate and Bolt

(1) Turn  in  the  adjustment  bolt  to  location  marked  upon

disassembly.