Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Isuzu Axiom Base, RWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
General Specifications
General Specifications Chart
| Remarks | ||||
| Model | THM 4L30-E | |||
| Engine | V6 3.5L 6VE1 | DOHC | ||
| Type | Automatic four speed overdrive in 4th gear lock-up clutch torque converter | |||
| Control systems | Shift control | Hydraulic | ||
| Shift pattern | Electronic | |||
| Shift quality | Electronic | |||
| Lock-up clutch | Electronic | |||
| Gear ratio | 1st | 2.856 | ||
| 2nd | 1.618 | |||
| 3rd | 1.000 | |||
| 4th (O/D) | 0.723 | |||
| Reverse | 2.000 | |||
| Gear set | Noiseless, high torque capability | |||
| Oil used | Name | ATF DEXRON®-III | ||
| Q'ty liter (qt) | 8.6 (9.1) | |||
| Torque converter | 2,100+/-150 | Stall speed (rpm) | ||
| Reverse clutch | RC | 4 | Number of discs | |
| Second clutch | C2 | 6 | ||
| Third clutch | C3 | 6 | ||
| Brake band | Double wrap | |||
| Fourth clutch | C4 | 2 | Number of discs | |
| Overrun clutch | OC | 1 | ||
| Overdrive | OFW | 10 | Number of rollers | |
| Principal | PFW | 26 | Number of sprags | |
| Ravigneaux planetary gear set | Input sun gear | 30 | Number of teeth | |
| Pinion gear | 19 | |||
| Long pinion | 23 | |||
| Ring gear | 90 | |||
| Long pinion | 19 | |||
| Output sun gear | 46 | |||
| Overdrive planetary gear set | Sun gear | 31 | ||
| Pinion gear | 24 | |||
| Ring gear | 81 | |||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.