View previous topic :: View next topic |
Author |
Message |
marcf *
Joined: 19 Jul 2013 Posts: 27 Location: Warrington, Cheshire
|
Posted: Wed Jan 08, 2014 2:45 Post subject: First service |
|
|
Hi, gonna service the old girl (94 bighorn 3.1td auto) for the first time when I'm off this week and wondered if there's anything specific to troopers I should look out for. I know the last owner kept it well serviced but am unsure if the likes of the gearbox and diff fluids will need changing. Any help would be appreciated. _________________ Isuzu Lotus Bighorn 3.1TD Auto 1995 |
|
Back to top |
|
|
Google Sponsor
|
Posted: Wed Jan 08, 2014 2:45 Post subject: Google Ads keep this community free to join! |
|
|
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
russell.huffer *
Joined: 13 Dec 2013 Posts: 41
|
Posted: Wed Jan 08, 2014 9:16 Post subject: |
|
|
If you have g80 rear dif make sure you use LSD oil
Russell. |
|
Back to top |
|
|
d12 Lifetime member
Joined: 15 Apr 2009 Posts: 1214 Location: dublin ireland
|
Posted: Wed Jan 08, 2014 14:03 Post subject: |
|
|
Brake slider bolts , auto transfer fluid _________________ 96 3.1 bighorn lwb ,widetrack |
|
Back to top |
|
|
marcf *
Joined: 19 Jul 2013 Posts: 27 Location: Warrington, Cheshire
|
Posted: Wed Jan 08, 2014 18:20 Post subject: |
|
|
Thanks Russell and 412. Would you recommend changing these fluids or just checking the state of them? _________________ Isuzu Lotus Bighorn 3.1TD Auto 1995 |
|
Back to top |
|
|
Browndoff *****
Joined: 22 Mar 2013 Posts: 513 Location: Dublin 13, Ireland
|
Posted: Wed Jan 08, 2014 21:46 Post subject: |
|
|
Checking the Brake-Slider-Bolts, as suggested by D12, is a biggish job. You'll have to get each wheel off to check the condition of the whole braking system - Disc-wear [maybe a 'rim' forming on the edge, due to heavy wear], very thin pads, perished and leaky hydraulic-hoses etc.
The Callipers slide in and out on the Slider-Bolts - which should be lubed with heat-resisting grease - if NOT, they can become dried-out due to the frictional-heating of the Brakes and then they STICK - which leads to nasty problems! Pull out each one and ensure they're moving smoothly and well-greased.
Check that your Parking-Brake-Cables both move freely in and out and that the Brake 'sets' at 6-7 'clicks' from fully down.
Oh - and one more thing, watch out for differential-oil leaking into your Parking-Brake-Drums! If they're not entirely DRY - it may indicate the impending doom of your wheel-bearings [as I found out myself!] _________________ 2002 LWB Trooper 3.0L
I've done some major repairs, including replacing half-shaft, replacing fuel-injectors etc. |
|
Back to top |
|
|
Gribble *******
Joined: 11 Oct 2007 Posts: 8448 Location: Holset H221W
|
Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2014 14:11 Post subject: |
|
|
Check the front and rear diff oil levels and the transfer box too for now .
Change the oils in these at the same time so you know where you are later or after its been in deep water .
I would also jack up the front and check the wheel bearing have no play .
Dont forgeet to check the SOTF oil level on the front axle. _________________ 2 New Troopers ! |
|
Back to top |
|
|
marcf *
Joined: 19 Jul 2013 Posts: 27 Location: Warrington, Cheshire
|
Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2014 20:40 Post subject: |
|
|
Thanks for that. Seems it isn't going to be as simple as I first thought. I would know where the sotf or transfer boxis or how to check the diff fluids! _________________ Isuzu Lotus Bighorn 3.1TD Auto 1995 |
|
Back to top |
|
|
Browndoff *****
Joined: 22 Mar 2013 Posts: 513 Location: Dublin 13, Ireland
|
Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2014 23:34 Post subject: |
|
|
It's a lot more than I ever did for any previous car - but if you like to make the 'right' start with the Trooper - and avoid any nasty surprise - then you'll download the PDF manual and check out these service-points.
Jeepolog
With any new vehicle, you'd change the oil - just to be sure - this baby just has a few more places where OIL - or other fluids - must be added! _________________ 2002 LWB Trooper 3.0L
I've done some major repairs, including replacing half-shaft, replacing fuel-injectors etc. |
|
Back to top |
|
|
marcf *
Joined: 19 Jul 2013 Posts: 27 Location: Warrington, Cheshire
|
Posted: Sat Jan 18, 2014 5:01 Post subject: |
|
|
Although i rarely use it i think the handbrake may need some attention then Browndoff, as it only holds the vehicle on a slope at around 9 - 10 clicks. Do i adjust this under the passenger floor as i read on main site or on adjuster wheels on wheel hubs? _________________ Isuzu Lotus Bighorn 3.1TD Auto 1995 |
|
Back to top |
|
|
Browndoff *****
Joined: 22 Mar 2013 Posts: 513 Location: Dublin 13, Ireland
|
Posted: Sat Jan 18, 2014 12:30 Post subject: |
|
|
Well, If you have checked out the Brake-Slider-Bolts, as suggested earlier, you should have then adjusted the Rear-Brake-Shoes to 'just' clear the Drums when re-assembling - that's using the Star-Wheel-Adjuster which is inside the Drum - but accessible, using a little rubber plug, from outside the Drum.
That could easily STILL leave the Hand-Brake-Lever going to 9-10 clicks before engaging - though when engaged, it should be nice and tight! To set the 'right' amount of movement on the Lever - you have to go underneath and loosen the locknut and adjust until it engages fully at 6-7clicks. It's quick and easy - but any job underneath can be dusty and nasty! _________________ 2002 LWB Trooper 3.0L
I've done some major repairs, including replacing half-shaft, replacing fuel-injectors etc. |
|
Back to top |
|
|
marcf *
Joined: 19 Jul 2013 Posts: 27 Location: Warrington, Cheshire
|
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2014 12:14 Post subject: |
|
|
Cheers browndoff, I'll give it a go. Just read on here about there being two oil filters and am unsure if I heve bought the correct one. Where is the main oil filter located? _________________ Isuzu Lotus Bighorn 3.1TD Auto 1995 |
|
Back to top |
|
|
marcf *
Joined: 19 Jul 2013 Posts: 27 Location: Warrington, Cheshire
|
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2014 17:53 Post subject: |
|
|
Just reading it again and it says its the 3ltr trooper that has the two oil filters. Does anyone know if the 3.1td is the same. I have been under the motor and located a filter about 12" from the o/s wheel. Can anyone tell me if this is the main oil filter? _________________ Isuzu Lotus Bighorn 3.1TD Auto 1995 |
|
Back to top |
|
|
KeithB1 Lifetime member
Joined: 02 Apr 2011 Posts: 260 Location: N.Wales
|
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2014 18:00 Post subject: |
|
|
Only one filter on the 3.1 _________________ Bighorn 3.1TD SWB (1993), 3" suspension lift, snorkel
Bighorn 3.1TD (1992) |
|
Back to top |
|
|
|