Isuzu Amigo / Axiom / Trooper / Rodeo / VehiCross. Instruction - page 65
REAR SUSPENSION
3D–31
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Install the rubber bushing (Frame side) by using
Installer J–39215.
NOTE: When mounting rubber bushings, do not use
grease on bushings or any other nearby parts.
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3. Rubber bushing (Axle side)
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Remove the rubber bushing (Axle side) by using
remover J–39792.
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D
Install the rubber bushing (Axle side) by using
installer J–39792.
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Installation
1. Install lateral rod and make sure that the lateral rod is
in its correct position.
NOTE: When mounting lateral rod, be sure not to use
grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
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Legend
(1) Frame Side
(2) Axle Side
2. Install bolt and nut (Frame side). Tighten the bolt and
nut lightly, then retighten them to the specified torque
after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 137 N·m (101 lb ft)
3. Install nut and washer (Axle side). Tighten the nut
lightly, then retighten the nut to the specified torque
after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 78 N·m (58 lb ft)
3D–32
REAR SUSPENSION
Stabilizer Bar
Stabilizer Bar and Associated Parts
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Legend
(1) Bracket and Bolt
(2) Link
(3) Nut
(4) Stabilizer Bar
(5) Rubber Bushing
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle and support the frame with suitable
safety stands.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly. Refer to
Wheel in
this section.
3. Remove nut.
4. Remove link.
5. Remove bracket.
6. Remove rubber bushing.
Inspection and Repair
Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear,
damage, corrosion or any other abnormal condition are
found through inspection.
Check the following parts:
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Stabilizer bar
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Rubber bushing
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Link
REAR SUSPENSION
3D–33
Installation
1. Install rubber bushing.
2. Install bracket to axle housing and tighten to the
specified torque.
Torque: 25 N·m (18 lb ft)
3. Install link.
4. Install nut, then tighten the nut to the specified torque.
Torque: 50 N·m (37 lb ft)
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3D–34
REAR SUSPENSION
Main Data and Specifications
General Specifications
Rear suspension
Type
5–Link, coil spring type with stabilizer bar.
Coil spring
Free length
370.5 mm (14.59 in)
Spring diameter
12.4 mm (0.49 in)
Coil diameter
(inner)
105 mm (4.13 in)
Effective No. of
turns
5.21
Total No. of turns
6.71
Shock absorber
Type
Hydraulic, double acting, telescopic
Piston diameter
30 mm (1.18 in)
Stroke
159 mm (6.26 in)
Extended length
518 mm (20.39 in)
Compressed
length
359 mm (14.13 in)
Stabilizer bar
Diameter
18 mm (0.71 in)