Isuzu N-Series. Manual - part 120
3A-10 FRONT END ALIGNMENT
Notice:
Since the number of shims needed for caster angle ad-
justment varies depending on the conditions of the car,
perform the adjustment procedures which are the most
suitable for the car conditions.
4. Tighten the mounting bolts of the front shock ab-
sorber.
Tighten:
• Shock absorber bolt and nut to
Upper: 21 N
⋅m (2.1 kg⋅m / 16 lb⋅ft)
Lower: 103 N
⋅m (10.5 kg⋅m / 76 lb⋅ft)
Trim Height (Wishbone Suspension Only)
Adjustment
Adjust the trim height by means of adjusting bolt on the
height control arms.
Caution:
When adjusting front end alignment, be sure to begin
with trim height as trim height adjustment may change
other adjusted alignments.
1. Check and adjust the tire inflation pressures.
2. Park the vehicle on a level ground and move the
front of the vehicle up and down several times to
settle the suspension.
3. Make necessary adjustment with the adjusting bolt
on the height control arms.
Trim Height
101.4
±5 mm (3.992±0.197 in)
Measurement of Side Slippage
When inspection and adjustments of toe-in, camber,
caster and king pin inclination are completed, check for
side slippage using a side slip tester.
Roll the wheels over the side slip tester as slowly as
possible and take reading on the tester. If the amount of
side slippage is in excess of 5 mm per 1 m, recheck the
wheel alignment.
Side Slippage
Limit: 5.0 mm (0.197 in) Per 1m
N3A0111E
Legend
1. Lower link bolt
2. Lower joint ball
3. Upper link
4. Lower link
5. Knuckle arm
6. Crossmember
N3A0112E
N3A0113E