Service Data for the Isuzu MU Wizard

While doing research for my Isuzu MU Wizard (UCS69), I found that there was not that much information freely available online. It was also very difficult to find the owners' manual. In the end, I downloaded a PDF copy of a scanned manual which was shared on www.planetisuzoo.com. If you are new to Isuzu vehicles, then this is best place to start.

Anyway, I've decided to share the basic service data from the booklet here in the hopes that it will make your life easier when doing service for your Isuzu.

This is basically for the 4JG2 engine model.

Item	Capacity	Replacement Period	Recommended Brand
Brake fluid	Below maximum level on the tank	Every 2 years
ATF	8.0L	Every 2 years
Transfer oil	1.45L	Every 40,000 km (2 years)
Front differential oil	1.5L	Every 40,000 km (2 years)
Rear differential oil	1.8L	Every 40,000 km (2 years)
Wheel bearing grease		Every 40,000 km
Engine oil	Approx 7.3L	Every 5,000 km
Oil filter		Every 10,000 km
Fuel filter		Every 60,000 km
Air cleaner element		Every 40,000 km
Timing belt		Every 100.000 km
Radiator	8.2L	Every 5 years
Fuel tank	85L		Diesel

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