Isuzu Trooper (2000 year). Manual

0B–5

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION

Explanation of Complete Vehicle
Maintenance Schedule

Brief explanations of the services listed in the preceding
Maintenance Scheduled are presented below.
Replace all questionable parts and note any necessary
repairs as you perform these maintenance procedures.

Front and Rear Axle Lubricant
Replacement

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) or operation thereafter.

Manual Transmission Lubricant
Replacement

Replace the transmission 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.

Automatic Transmission Fluid
Replacement

Check the fluid leakage at 15,000 miles (24,000 km) and
30,000 miles (48,000 km) and after every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km) or operation thereafter.
Replace the transmission fluid at 120,000 miles (192,000
km) of operation thereafter.

Transfer Case Lubricant Replacement

Replace the transfer case 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.

Extension Lubricant Level Check (2WD
only)

Check oil level at 15,000 miles (24,000 km) and 30,000
miles (48,000 km) and after every 30,000 miles (48,000
km) or 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 “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” 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 bearing cap bolts before checking
and adjusting the valve clearance.
Check and adjust the valve clearance if noise occurs.

Tire Rotation

Rotate tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km).

Front Wheel Bearings Lubricant
Replacement

Clean and repack the front wheel bearings at 30,000
miles (48,000 km) intervals.
Refer to FRONT DRIVING AXLE (SEC. 4C).

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 “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 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.

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