Target Audience:
Isuzu KB TF 140 owners, independent repair shops, DIY mechanics.
Manual Advantage:
Provides official dealer-level workshop information, offering comprehensive detail and accuracy.
Usability:
Simple to use, packed with all necessary information, step-by-step diagrams.
Comprehensiveness:
Covers every part of the car, from engine to fluids, and all workshop procedures.
Content Type:
Factory-level repair and service instructions, equivalent to dealer workshop manuals.
Systems Covered:
General Information, Maintenance and Lubrication, Heating and Airconditioning, Frame and Bumper, Body Electrical, Engine - Diesel, Transmission, Accessories, Engine - Petrol, Diagnosis, Mechanical, Cooling, Fuel, Electrical, Exhaust
Estimated Page Count:
Comprehensive (Actual count not specified but implied to be extensive for a factory service manual)
Manual Type:
Factory Service Repair Manual
Engine Systems Petrol:
Petrol engine specific components, operation, diagnosis, and repair.
Engine Systems Diesel:
Diesel engine specific components, operation, diagnosis, and repair.
Transmission Systems:
Manual and potentially automatic transmission repair, overhaul, and adjustment.
Electrical Systems:
Complete body electrical, powertrain electrical, wiring diagrams, component testing, and troubleshooting.
Cooling Systems:
Radiator, thermostat, water pump, coolant flow, and related components.
Fuel Systems:
Fuel injection, fuel pump, filters, lines, and emissions control.
Exhaust Systems:
Exhaust manifold, catalytic converter, muffler, and pipework.
Frame And Body:
Chassis construction, body panels, door mechanisms, glass, and bumper systems.
HVAC Systems:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system components, operation, and repair.
Maintenance Procedures:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, spark plug replacement, belt adjustments.
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step repair instructions for all major vehicle systems, including engine rebuilds, transmission overhauls, and body panel replacement.
Diagnostic Procedures:
Troubleshooting guides, diagnostic codes, symptom-based fault finding, and electrical system testing.
Technical Specifications Inclusion:
Torque settings, fluid capacities, electrical specifications, component clearances.
Depth Of Coverage:
Factory-level technical depth covering routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagnostic procedures and wiring diagrams.
Engine Type Offered:
Both Petrol and Diesel engines covered (specific engine variants for 2004 KB TF 140 need verification, likely including 4ZD1/4ZE1 petrol and 4JA1/4JB1 diesel variants common to this era).
Typical Petrol Displacement:
Likely around 2.3L or 2.6L for petrol variants of this era (e.g., 4ZE1).
Typical Diesel Displacement:
Likely around 2.2L or 2.5L for diesel variants of this era (e.g., 4JA1).
Fuel Delivery Petrol:
Likely fuel injection (EFI).
Fuel Delivery Diesel:
Likely indirect injection (IDI) or direct injection (DI) diesel.
Transmission Options:
Likely manual transmission as standard, with optional automatic transmission available.
Optional Transmission Type:
Automatic Transmission (specific models TBD).
Transmission Coverage:
Detailed repair, overhaul, clutch service, and adjustment procedures for both manual and automatic transmissions.
Safety Certifications:
Manual covers safety systems but specific crash test ratings for the 2004 model are not provided here.
Braking System:
Details on front disc and rear drum brakes, ABS if equipped.
Restraint Systems:
Information on seatbelts, airbags (if equipped), and their service procedures.
Audio System:
Likely basic AM/FM radio with CD player, possibly aftermarket upgrades.
ABS:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) may be an optional feature depending on trim level.
Ancillary Features:
Power windows, power locks, and A/C may be available on higher trims.
Oil Change Interval:
Typical: 5,000 - 10,000 km or 6 months (refer to manual for specific engine/oil type).
Air Filter Replacement:
Typical: 15,000 - 30,000 km or as needed based on operating conditions.
Spark Plug Replacement Petrol:
Typical: 30,000 - 60,000 km depending on spark plug type.
Engine Oil Specification:
API CG-4/SJ or higher, viscosity 10W-30 or 15W-40 (refer to manual for specific engine).
Coolant Specification:
Ethylene glycol based coolant (e.g., Isuzu Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent).
Transmission Fluid Manual:
API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 gear oil (refer to manual).
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Dexron III or equivalent ATF (refer to manual).
Common Problems:
Potential for injector pump issues on diesel variants, rust on body panels, suspension wear, clutch wear on manual transmissions (refer to manual for diagnosis).
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 5.5 - 7.5 liters depending on engine (refer to manual for exact capacity).
Coolant Capacity:
Approx. 7 - 9 liters depending on engine/radiator size (refer to manual).
Isuzu Legacy:
Isuzu has a long-standing reputation for durable diesel engines and reliable light commercial vehicles globally.
Kb Tf Lineage:
The KB/TF series is a long-running platform for Isuzu's pickup trucks, known for its robustness and utility in various markets.
Manufacturing Locations:
Production occurred in various Isuzu plants globally, with significant assembly in Thailand for many markets.
