2004 Isuzu Axiom Base, RWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Components (1): Reassembly

  1. Install a new gasket and the extension housing (4x2) to the transmission case.

    Torque:  36 N.m (27 lb ft)

  2. Install the speedometer driven gear, plate, and speedometer sensor (4x2).

    Torque: 

    1. Plate bolt  - 15 N.m (11 lbft)
    2. Speedometer sensor  - 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
  3. Install the adapter housing (4x4).
    • Remove any gasket material on the contacting surfaces of the adapter housing and transmission case.
      Fig 1: Installing Adapter Housing (4x4)
      G02793568Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
    • Apply liquid gasket (TB1281-B or its equivalent) (1) and install the apply gaskets (2) to the adapter housing as shown in Fig 1 .
    • Install the adapter housing to the transmission case.

    Torque:  34 N.m (25 lb ft)

  4. Install the neutral start switch.
    • Using the transmission select lever, fully turn the manual valve lever shaft back and return two notches.

      It is now in neutral.

    • Insert the neutral start switch onto the manual valve lever shaft and temporarily tighten the adjusting bolt.
    • Install the lock washer and nut.

      Torque:  7 N.m (61 lb in)

    • Align the neutral standard line and the switch groove and tighten the adjusting bolt.

      Torque:  13 N.m (113 lb in)

    • Bend the tabs of the lock washer.
    NOTE: Bend at least two of the lock washer tabs.
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