DRIVELINE & AXLE

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Front Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09-1
Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09-8
Interactive Torque Management (ITM) System (4x4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09-16
Drive Shaft (4x4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09-24

FRONT AXLE
GENERAL INFORMATION 09-2 Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration 09-4

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Description 09-2 Vibration At High Speeds 09-4
Operation 09-2
Specifications 09-2 ON-VEHICLE SERVICE 09-5
Special Tools 09-3
Front Hub and Bearing 09-5
Removal & Installation 09-5
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING 09-4
Vehicle Inspection 09-4 Front Axle Shaft 09-6
Noise Or Vibration On Turns 09-4 Removal & Installation 09-6
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Clunking Noise During Acceleration 09-4

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 GENERAL INFORMATION
Description
Front Axle

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1 - Front Stabilizer Bar 7 - Front Rubber Bushing
2 - Right Front Stabilizer Bar Link 8 - Left Control Arm
3 - Rear Rubber Bushing 9 - Control Arm Knuckle Pin
4 - Right Control Arm 10 - Left Front Stabilizer Bar Link
5 - Sub-Frame Assembly 11 - Stabilizer Bar
6 - Longitudinal Beam 12 - Rubber Support

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This vehicle is equipped with unequal length half shafts, consisting of short left and long right half shafts. The half
shafts consist of a fixed Constant Velocity (CV) joint at the outboard end connected by a solid shaft to a plunging CV
joint on the inboard end. The inner CV joint has a splined end and is attached to the transaxle and is retained with
a snap ring. The outer joint has a splined connection to the wheel hub and is retained with a lock nut.
For further information on the front axle assembly see Front Sub-Frame Assembly Description & Operation in Section
10 Suspension.

Operation
The front axle transmits torque from the transaxle to the wheels. In order to allow vertical and horizontal movement
of the wheels, the axle shafts have plunging CV joints on the inboard ends of the axle shafts.

Specifications
Torque Specifications

DESCRIPTION TORQUE (N·m)

Front Stabilizer Bar to Stabilizer Bar Link Nuts 40 - 50
Control Arm Knuckle Pin With Knuckle Assembly 110 - 130
Control Arm to Sub-Frame Bolt 170 - 190
Stabilizer Bar Link to Lower Suspension Lever 40 - 50

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DESCRIPTION TORQUE (N·m)

Right and Left Front Drive Shaft Nuts 260 - 280
Control Arm Knuckle Pin With Control Arm 140 - 160
Front Connecting Rod and Front Shock Absorber 40 - 50
Stabilizer Bar Clamp to Sub-Frame 22 - 28
Rear Rubber Buffer Assembly to Vehicle Body 22 - 28
Front Axle Hub Nut 135
Front Suspension Strut to Vehicle Body 45 - 55
Front Suspension And Bracket 75 - 85
Lower Sub-Frame Insert to Suspension Bolt 110 - 130
Longitudinal Beam to Vehicle (Front) Body Bolt 74 - 86
Upper Link to Trailing Arm Bolt 100 - 120
One On Each Side To Connect Upper Link With Rear
80 - 101
Sub-Frame
One On Each Side To Connect Lower Control Arm With
100 - 120
Trailing Arm

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Steering Knuckle and Suspension Strut 110 - 130
Soft Gasket and Bracket of Front Suspension 75 - 85
Tie Rod to Steering Knuckle Nut 35 - 45
Sub-Frame and Gasket Of Vehicle (Front) Body 170 - 190
Sub-Frame and Longitudinal Beam Assembly Bolts 75 - 85
Steering Gear to Sub-Frame Bolts 75 - 85 09
Wheel Mounting Nut 110

Special Tools

Ball Joint Separator

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Bearing Puller

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 DIAGNOSIS & TESTING
Vehicle Inspection
Inspect the following for leaks or damage:
• Check for grease in the vicinity of the inboard tripod joint and outboard CV joint.
• Check the inner or outer joint seal boot or seal boot clamp for damage.

Noise Or Vibration On Turns

A clicking noise or a vibration in turns could be caused by one of the following conditions:
• Damaged outer CV joint or damaged CV seal boot or seal boot clamps.
• Damaged inner CV joint or damaged CV seal boot or seal boot clamps.
• Noise may also be caused by another component of the vehicle coming in contact with the half shafts.

NOTE :
If the CV seal boot is damaged, this will result in the loss and/or contamination of the joint grease, resulting in inad-
equate lubrication of the joint.

Clunking Noise During Acceleration

This noise may be a result of one of the following conditions:
• A torn seal boot on the inner or outer joint of the half shaft assembly.
• A

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loose or missing clamp on the inner or outer joint of the half shaft assembly.
• A damaged or worn half shaft CV joint.

Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration

This problem could be a result of:
• A worn or damaged half shaft inner tripod joint.
• Improper wheel alignment.

Vibration At High Speeds

This problem could be a result of:
• Foreign material (mud, etc.) packed on the backside of the wheel(s).
• Out of balance tires or wheels.
• Improper tire or wheel runout.

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Front Hub and Bearing
Removal & Installation
NOTE :
The following special tools are required to perform the repair procedure:
• Bearing Puller
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel mounting nuts and the tire and wheel assembly.
(Tighten: Wheel mounting nuts to 110 N·m)
3. Remove the front axle hub nut (1) from the front
knuckle.
(Tighten: Front axle hub nut to 135 N·m)

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4. Remove the front brake rotor (See Front Brake Rotor Removal & Installation in Section 12 Brakes). 09
5. Remove the wheel speed sensor mounting bolt (1),
then remove the wheel speed sensor.

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6. Using the bearing puller, remove the wheel hub

bearing from the knuckle.

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7. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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Front Axle Shaft

Removal & Installation

1 - Left Half Shaft 2 - Right Half Shaft

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel mounting nuts and the tire and wheel assembly.
(Tighten: Wheel mounting nuts to 110 N·m)
3. Remove the front axle hub nut (1) from the front
knuckle.
(Tighten: Front axle hub nut to 135 N·m)

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4. Remove the wheel speed sensor bolt (1), then

remove wheel speed sensor.

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5. Remove the brake caliper adapter to steering knuckle mounting bolts.

(Tighten: Brake caliper adapter mounting bolts to 85 N·m)
6. Remove the brake caliper adapter (with the brake caliper still attached).

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7. Remove the bolts (1) connecting the steering

knuckle to the front strut assembly.

CAUTION:
When removing the front axle shaft, do not
subject the constant velocity joint to an exces-
sive angle. Also, be careful not to excessively
extend the slide joint.
8. Remove the front axle shaft from the transaxle
using a suitable tool.
9. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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Installation Notes:
• Rotate the joint up/down, left/right, and in axial direction, check for any rough movement or significant loose-
ness.
• Check boot for cracks or other damage, and for grease leakage.
• If damaged, disassemble axle shaft to verify damage, and repair or replace as necessary.

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 REAR AXLE
GENERAL INFORMATION 09-9 Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration 09-11
Description 09-9 Vibration At High Speeds 09-11
Operation 09-9 Visual Inspection For Fluid Leaks (4x4) 09-11
Specifications 09-10
Special Tools 09-10 ON-VEHICLE SERVICE 09-12
Rear Hub and Bearing 09-12
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING 09-11
Removal & Installation 09-12
Vehicle Inspection 09-11
Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration 09-11 Rear Axle Assembly (4x4) 09-13
Vehicle Inspection 09-11 Description 09-13
Noise Or Vibration On Turns 09-11 Operation 09-14
Clunking Noise During Acceleration 09-11 Removal & Installation 09-14
09-15

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 GENERAL INFORMATION
Description
Rear Axle

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1 - Rear Sub-Frame Assembly 8 - Left and Right Stabilizer Bar Links
2 - Rear Suspension Upper Link 9 - Right Rear Connecting Rod
3 - Left Rear Shock Absorber Mounting Bracket 10 - Right Rear Lower Control Arm
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4 - Left Brake Line Bracket 11 - Rubber Support Seat
5 - Left Rear Trailing Arm 12 - Rear Stabilizer Bar
6 - Rear Stabilizer Bar 13 - Rubber Bushing
7 - Left Rear Lower Control Arm 14 - Right Rear Trailing Arm

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The rear axle utilizes an independent design. This suspension system incorporates a separate wheel knuckle for
each wheel and allows the wheels to react to road imperfections independent of each other. This independent action
offers improved isolation from the effects of jounce and rebound.
The rear axle consists of the following components:
• Wheel Hub
• Wheel Studs
• Wheel Bearing
• Rear Trailing Arm
For further information on the rear axle assembly see Rear Suspension Description & Operation in Section 10 Sus-
pension.

Operation
The rear axle utilizes a sealed wheel bearing housed in the rear knuckle assembly.

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Specifications
Torque Specifications

DESCRIPTION TORQUE (N·m)

Rear Stabilizer Bar Link 40 - 50
Rear Shock Absorber to Mounting Bracket Bolts 40 - 50
Rear Axle Front Suspension to Rear Driving Axle Bolts 75 - 85
Rear Axle Front Suspension to Rear Sub-Frame Bolts 115 - 125
Left and Right Rear Half-Shaft to Disc Brake Nut 260 - 270
Left and Right Rear Half-Shaft to Axle Output Flange
40
Bolts
Intermediate Drive Shaft to Rear Axle Flange Bolts 59 - 71
Rear Axle Rear Suspension Mount Assembly to Rear
75 - 85
Axle Bolt
Rear Axle Rear Suspension Mount to Vehicle Body Bolt 75 - 85
Rear Rubber Buffer to Vehicle Body Bolts 22 - 28

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Upper Link to Rear Sub-Frame Bolts 100 - 120
Lower Control Arm to Rear Sub-Frame Bolts 100 - 120
Rear Trailing Arm to Vehicle Body Bolts 140 - 160
Rear Suspension to Bracket Bolts 115 - 125
Rear Suspension, Longitudinal Beam of Engine to
75 - 85
Sub-Frame Bolts
Rear Stabilizer Bar Clamp to Vehicle Body Bolts 22 - 28
Rear Trailing Arm to Vehicle Body Bolts 140 - 160
Rear Cover of Control Arm to Sub-Frame Bolts 170 - 190
Soft Gasket to Bracket Of Rear Suspension Bolts 110 - 130
Sub-Frame And Gasket Of Vehicle (Rear) Body Bolts 170 - 190
Wheel Mounting Nut 110

Special Tools

Bearing Puller

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 DIAGNOSIS & TESTING
Vehicle Inspection
Inspect the rear axle for the following:
• Check the rear axle for loose bearings.
• Check the rear axle hub for any damage or excessive runout.

Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration

This problem could be a result of:
• A worn or damaged half shaft inner tripod joint (4x4).
• Improper wheel alignment.

Vehicle Inspection
Inspect the following for leaks or damage:
• Check for grease in the vicinity of the inboard tripod joint and outboard CV joint (4x4).
• Check the inner or outer joint seal boot or seal boot clamp for damage (4x4).

Noise Or Vibration On Turns

A clicking noise or a vibration in turns could be caused by one of the following conditions:
• Damaged outer CV joint or damaged CV seal boot or seal boot clamps (4x4).

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• Damaged inner CV joint or damaged CV seal boot or seal boot clamps (4x4).
• Noise may also be caused by another component of the vehicle coming in contact with the half shafts (4x4).

NOTE :
If the CV seal boot is damaged, this will result in the loss and/or contamination of the joint grease, resulting in inad-
equate lubrication of the joint.

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This noise may be a result of one of the following conditions:
• A torn seal boot on the inner or outer joint of the half shaft assembly (4x4).
• A loose or missing clamp on the inner or outer joint of the half shaft assembly (4x4).
• A damaged or worn half shaft CV joint (4x4).

Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration

This problem could be a result of:
• A worn or damaged half shaft inner tripod joint (4x4).
• Improper wheel alignment.

Vibration At High Speeds

This problem could be a result of:
• Foreign material (mud, etc.) packed on the backside of the wheel(s).
• Out of balance tires or wheels.
• Improper tire or wheel runout.

Visual Inspection For Fluid Leaks (4x4)

This problem could be a result of:
• Where seals are used: There should be no appearance of fluid leakage or abnormal abrasions.
• Where sealant is applied: There should be no appearance of fluid leakage or fluid seepage.
• Where attaching bolts are used, fluid-fill and fluid-draining plugs are used: There should be no appearance of
fluid leakage, fluid seepage or loose bolts.
• The housing: There should be no appearance of fluid leakage or fluid seepage.

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Rear Hub and Bearing
Removal & Installation
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel mounting nuts and the tire and wheel assembly.
(Tighten: Wheel mounting nuts to 110 N·m)
3. Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
4. While an assistant applies the brakes (to keep the hub from rotating), remove the hub nut from the axle half
shaft.
(Tighten: Hub nut to 135 N·m)
5. Remove the rear brake rotor (See Rear Brake Rotor Removal & Installation in Section 12 Brakes).
6. Remove the hub and bearing mounting nuts (1).
(Tighten: Hub and bearing mounting nuts to 65
N·m)

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7. Take out the rear hub and bearing.

8. Installation is in the reverse order of the removal.

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Rear Axle Assembly (4x4)

Description
Rear axle is mounted on the rear sub-frame assembly.

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1 - Drive Pinion Lock Nut 12 - Bearing Cap Bolts

2 - Companion Flange 13 - Bearing Cap
3 - Side Fluid Seal 14 - Differential Assembly
4 - Drive Pinion Front Bearing 15 - Differential Bolts
5 - Drive Pinion 16 - Washer
6 - Fluid-Filling Bolt 17 - Driven Gear Connecting Bolts
7 - Washer 18 - Driven Gear Side Fluid Seal
8 - Fluid-Limiting Bolt 19 - Driven Gear Washer
9 - Drive Gear 20 - Rear Axle Cover
10 - Carrier Cover Bolts 21 - Drive Pinion Washer
11 - Carrier Cover

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Operation
The axle receives power from the transaxle through the rear intermediate drive shaft. The drive shaft is connected to
the pinion gear which rotates the differential through the gear mesh with the ring gear bolted to the differential case.
The engine power is transmitted to the axle shafts through the pinion mate and side gears.

Removal & Installation

1. Drain the differential gear fluid.
2. Remove the rear intermediate drive shaft to rear axle flange bolts.
(Tighten: Rear intermediate drive shaft to rear axle flange bolts to 65 ± 6 N·m)
3. Remove the bolts (1) from the left rear half shaft to
the rear axle output flange.
(Tighten: Rear half shaft to rear axle output flange
bolts to 40 N·m)
4. Remove the left rear half shaft.

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5. Remove the bolts (1) from the right rear half shaft
to the rear axle output flange.
(Tighten: Rear half shaft to rear axle output flange
bolts to 40 N·m)
6. Remove the right rear half shaft.

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7. Remove the mounting bolts (1) to the rear axle dif-

ferential housing.
(Tighten: Mounting bolts to the rear axle differential
housing to 40 N·m)

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8. Remove the bolts (1) from the rear axle housing

mounts and the body.
(Tighten: Rear axle housing mount bolts to 70 N·m)

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9. Remove the rear axle housing assembly from the vehicle.

10. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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INTERACTIVE TORQUE MANAGEMENT (ITM) SYSTEM (4X4)
GENERAL INFORMATION 09-17 Operation 09-21
Description 09-17 Removal & Installation 09-22
Operation 09-18 Interactive Torque Management (ITM)
Specification 09-18 Control Module 09-23
Special Tools 09-20 Description 09-23
Operation 09-23
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE 09-21 Removal & Installation 09-23
Interactive Torque Management (ITM)
Controller 09-21
Description 09-21

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Description

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 GENERAL INFORMATION

1 - Transaxle 4 - Power Transfer

2 - Drive Line 5 - ITM Controller
3 - Rear Axle

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The Tiggo 4WD is the first 4WD vehicle produced by Chery. The 4WD system is equipped with a QR523T transaxle
manufactured by Chery.
An active torque transfer system is used, and an interactive torque management system (ITM) is equipped to make
it possible to intelligently distribute the drive force for the front wheels and rear wheels according to different road
conditions. For example, on a smooth road, the vehicle utilizes front-wheel drive. When road conditions worsen, the
ITM will automatically switch to 4WD. The use of ITM allows the Tiggo vehicle to be more economical and more
efficient than the common 4WD system.

Operation
The intelligent 4WD system is controlled by an interactive torque management system (ITM) module. The ITM mod-
ule communicates with the Engine Control Module (ECM) and the Antilock Brake System (ABS) controller through the
CAN network. The ITM module collects data from sensors on the vehicle body to determine the condition of the drive
wheels. Based on the sensor inputs, the ITM module controls the ITM controller. The ITM controller will then distrib-
ute a portion of the torque to the rear drive axle as needed. The ITM controller works as an electromagnetic clutch.
Different torque can be transferred by changing the electric current of the ITM controller. The ITM controller will be

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able to distribute the torque of the front drive axle and the rear drive axle at different ratios according to the various
dynamic conditions of the vehicle.

Specification
Transaxle Specifications

MODEL TYPE DISTANCE MAX GEAR / SPEED RATIO

BETWEEN INPUT
CENTERS TORQUE Final
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Reverse
(mm) (N·m) Drive
Front-
Wheel
QR523T 78 195 3.583 1.947 1.379 1.303 0.821 3.364 4.3125
Drive
Transaxle

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Torque Specifications

DESCRIPTION TORQUE (N·m)

Bow Beam to Plate Bolts 60 ± 5
Front Intermediate Shaft to ITM Controller Bolts 70 ± 7
ITM Bracket to Bow Beam Bolts 60 ± 5
ITM Control Module Bolts 9±1
Transaxle to Transfer Case Bolts 80
Rear Intermediate Shaft to ITM Controller Bolts 39 ± 3
Rear Intermediate Shaft to Rear Differential Bolts 65 ± 6
Transfer Case Fluid-Limiting Bolt 40 ± 3
Transfer Case Fluid Fill Bolt 40 ± 3
Transfer Case Fluid Drain Bolt 40 ± 3
Transfer Case Front Housing Bolt 35
Transfer Case Rear Housing Bolts 40
Transfer Case Right Bearing Seat Bolt 35

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Transfer Case Vent Bolt 18 ± 3

Fluid Specifications

NAME TYPE QUANTITY MAINTENANCE TERM

Transaxle Gear Fluid GL-4 75w-90 2.2 Liters 1 year / 30,000 km 09
Transfer Case Gear Fluid GL-5 80w-90 0.8 Liters 50,000 km
Rear Final Drive Gear
Hypoid 85w-90 0.8 Liters 50,000 km
Fluid

Transfer Case Specifications

Differential Assembly Type of Gear Straight bevel gear

Side Gear
Number of Gears 14
Type of Gear Straight bevel gear
Planetary Gear
Number of Gears 10
Hypoid G Gear Drive Gear Number of Gears 41
Driven Gear Number of Gears 14

ITM Control Module Electronic Signals

SIGNALS MODE OF PROVISION SIGNAL SOURCE

Signals Of The Four Wheel Speed CAN Wheel Speed Sensor
Vehicle Speed Signals CAN Vehicle Speed Sensor
Acceleration Signals CAN G Sensor
Engine Speed Signals CAN Crankshaft Position Sensor
Throttle Position Signals CAN Throttle Position Sensor
Steering Wheel Angle Signals Simulated ITM Module
Ignition Switch Signals Direct Ignition Switch

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Special Tools

Diagnostic Scan Tool

X-431

Digital Multimeter

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Fluke 15B & 17B

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Interactive Torque Management (ITM) Controller
Description
The ITM Controller is mounted between the front and rear intermediate drive shafts.

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NOTE :
Under normal vehicle usage, the ITM Controller requires no maintenance
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Operation
The ITM Controller transfers the torque output from the transaxle to the rear drive axle.

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Removal & Installation

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front intermediate drive shaft (See Front Intermediate Drive Shaft Removal & Installation in Section
09 Driveline & Axle).
3. Remove the rear intermediate drive shaft (See Rear Intermediate Drive Shaft Removal & Installation in Section
09 Driveline & Axle).
4. Remove the ITM Controller electrical connector (1).

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5. Remove the ITM Controller mounting bracket bolts

(1).
(Tighten: ITM Controller mounting bracket bolts to
60 ± 5 N·m)

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6. Remove the ITM Controller assembly.

NOTE :
The ITM Controller assembly is a precision component, be careful to avoid dropping or mis-handling the ITM Con-
troller during removal.
7. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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Interactive Torque Management (ITM) Control Module

Description
The ITM control module is located under the driver seat.

Operation
The ITM control module collects signals from the Engine Control Module (ECM) and Antilock Brake System (ABS)
controller, judges the vehicle driving state, controls the working electric current of the ITM controller and distributes
the torque of the front axle and the rear axle intelligently according to such signals.

Removal & Installation

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Adjust the left front seat fully backward.
3. Remove the ITM control module mounting bolts.
4. Remove the ITM control module electrical connec-
tor.
5. Remove the ITM control module (1).
6. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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 DRIVE SHAFT (4X4)
GENERAL INFORMATION 09-25 Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration 09-26
Description 09-25 Vibration At High Speeds 09-26
Operation 09-25
Specifications 09-25 ON-VEHICLE SERVICE 09-27
Front Intermediate Drive Shaft 09-27
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING 09-26
Removal & Installation 09-27
Vehicle Inspection 09-26
Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration 09-26 Rear Intermediate Drive Shaft 09-27
Clunking Noise During Acceleration 09-26 Removal & Installation 09-27

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 GENERAL INFORMATION
Description
The drive shafts for the 4x4 are separated into the front intermediate drive shaft and the rear intermediate drive shaft.
The front intermediate drive shaft is installed between the transfer case and the Interactive Torque Management
(ITM) controller. The rear intermediate drive shaft is installed between the ITM controller and the rear axle.

Operation
The drive shafts transfer the torque from the transaxle to the rear axle.

Specifications
Torque Specifications

DESCRIPTION TORQUE (N·m)

Front Intermediate Drive Shaft to ITM Controller Bolts 70 ± 7
Rear Intermediate Drive Shaft to ITM Controller Bolts 39 ± 3
Rear Intermediate Drive Shaft to Body Bolts 60 ± 5
Rear Intermediate Drive Shaft to Rear Axle Flange 65 ± 6

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 DIAGNOSIS & TESTING
Vehicle Inspection
Inspect the drive shaft for the following:
• Check the drive shaft for loose bearings.
• Check the drive shaft for any damage or excessive runout.

Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration

This problem could be a result of:
• A worn or damaged drive shaft joint.
• Improper wheel alignment.

Clunking Noise During Acceleration

This noise may be a result of one of the following conditions:
• A worn drive shaft assembly.
• A loose drive shaft assembly.
• A damaged or worn drive shaft joint.

Shudder Or Vibration During Acceleration

This problem could be a result of:

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• A worn or damaged drive shaft joint.
• Improper wheel alignment.

Vibration At High Speeds

This problem could be a result of:
• Foreign material (mud, etc.) packed on the backside of the wheel(s).
• Out of balance tires or wheels.
• Improper tire or wheel runout.

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Front Intermediate Drive Shaft
Removal & Installation
1. Remove the bolts (1) between the front intermedi-
ate drive shaft and the ITM Controller input shaft.
(Tighten: Front intermediate drive shaft and ITM
controller bolts to 70 ± 7 N·m)

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2. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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Rear Intermediate Drive Shaft
Removal & Installation
1. Remove the bolts between the rear intermediate drive shaft and the ITM Controller output shaft.
(Tighten: Rear intermediate drive shaft and ITM controller bolts to 39 ± 3 N·m)
2. Remove the bolts between the intermediate drive shaft bracket and the vehicle body, and then remove the 09
bracket.
(Tighten: Rear intermediate drive shaft to body bolts to 60 ± 5 N·m)
3. Remove the bolts (1) between the rear intermedi-
ate drive shaft and the rear axle flange, and
remove the rear intermediate drive shaft.
(Tighten: Rear intermediate drive shaft and rear
axle flange bolts to 65 ± 6 N·m)

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4. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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