1965 CHEVROLET CORVAIR air condition

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GASOLINE AND ENGINE OIL
In the selection of gasoline and engine oil to be
used, it is best to consider the reputation of the refiner
or marketer. This is the best means of obtaining gasoline
and oil of high quality.
Gasoline
The Corvair Turbo-Air 95 horsepower engine is
designed to operate efficiently on regular grade gas­
olines commonly sold in the United States and Canada.
The
higher horsepower performance engines are
designed to operate efficiently on premium grade gas­
olines commonly sold in the United States and Canada.
Use of regular grade gasolines in these higher per­
formance engines may result ,in excessive knocking.
Since the octane quality of all regular grade or of
all premium grade gasolines is not the same and factors
such as altitude, terrain and air temperqture affect oper­
ating efficiency, excessive' knocking may result, even
though you are using the grade of gasoline recom­
mended for your engine. If excessive knocking occurs in
your engine, it may be necessary to use the next higher
grade of gasoline, and if knocking continues, consult
your Authorized Chevrolet Dealer.
If you plan to operate your Corvair outside the
continental limits of the United States or Canada, there
is a possibility that the best fuels available are so low
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in octane quality that excessive knocking and serious
engine trouble may result from their use. To minimize this
possibility, write to Chevrolet Motor Division, General
Motors Corporation, Service Operations Department,
Detroit, Michigan 48202 giving: Your engine serial num­
ber (see page 44), the compression ratio of your engine
(see page 44) and the country or countries in which you
plan to travel. You will be furnished details of adjust­
ments or modifications which should be made to your
engine by your Chevrolet dealer prior to your departure.
After arriving in a foreign country, contact the nearest
authorized General Motors dealer for brand names of
the best fuels available and advice as to where they
may be purchased.
In all cases excessive knocking should be avoided
as much as possible in order to prevent possible engine
damage. Operation of your car under conditions of con­
tinuous or excessive knocking constitutes misuse of the
engine for which the Chevrolet Division is not responsible
under the terms of the manufacturer's New Vehicle
Warranty.
ENGINE LUBRICATION
The use of a high quality oil of the correct viscosity
is your best assurance of continued reliability and per­
formancefrom your engine. It is recommended that
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Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pres­
sures.
Over-inflation can adversely affect riding comfort,
quietness and tire life while under-inflation affects vehicle
handling and tire life.
RECOMMENDED TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES (Based on Original Equipment Tires)
CORVAIR (6.50-134 PR Tires) Cold-Hot**
Average Owner Service up to 5-Front Rear Front Rear
passenger load (normal i nfla-tion) Air conditioned models and convertibles 15 28 18 33 All other models 15 26 18 31 Continuous Service with up to fu II load ca pacity or h ig h speeds (maximu m inflation) 19 30 22 35
NOTE: As shown in the above table, Corvair rear tire pressures should be maintained at least 11 psi higher than front tire pressures;
CORVAIR .95
7.00 x 14"4 ply S.P. 24 30 28 35 7.00 x 14-6 ply S.P. 24
34 28 39 7.00 x 14-6 ply I Light Truck 24
45 28 50
7 .00 x 14 -8 ply I Type 24 60 28 65
Spare Tire...,.lnflate to proper Rear (Cold) pressure. Deflate to correct pressure when using as front tire. -After car has been parked for 3 hours or more or driven less than one mile. --Pressures can riseas much as 7 pounds above cold figures depending on loads carried, length of driving, and car speed prior to check.
, Fron t tire loads increase appreciably with cargo
lci'ading; therefore the above is recommended for best
steering characteristics.
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Full load capacity of the vehicle is 1 OOOlbs. total.
Consisting of 3 passengers in front seat, 3 passengers
in
rear seat and 100 Ibs . luggage.
Manufacturer's original equipment 4-plyrating tires
are designed and thoroughly tested to meet all normal
requirements of your vehicle as outlined above.
For continuous full load service or heavy duty oper­
ation, eight ply rated tire options are recommended at
the above recommended tire pressures.
Switching Tires
When rear tires are replaced, put new tires on front
and used on rear and reset to recommended tire
pressures. ,
FOR MAXIMUM TIRE LIFE
• Ke.ep tires properly inflated.
• Check regularly for cuts, bruises and puncturing ob­
jects. Nails etc. will often be carried in the tire with
no noticeable loss of air. Do not remove a puncturing
object until prepared to change or repair the tire.
• Avoid unnecessary sudden starts and stops; take curves
and corners slowly.
•
Avoid driving over curves, sharp objects or chuckholes.
•
Have wheel alignment checked periodically, especially
when tires show unusual wear.

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Inspect frequently for puncturing objects in the tires.
If any are found, do not attempt removal until you are
in a position to change the tire or have it repaired. Also,
check regularly that the wheel rim has sustained no
damage which could affect the air seal.
AIR CONDITIONED CARS •
COUPE CONVERTIBLE
AND SEDAN STYLES
....
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SPARE TIRE AND JACK STOWAGE
Spare tire and jack stowage for the different styles
are illustrated below. On models with the spare tire
located in the engine compartment, mount the wheel on
the locating studs with the valve opening downward and
toward the center of the car.
GREENBRIER MODELS

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The time or mileage intervals on the following pages
are intended as a general guide for establishing regular
maintenance and lubrication periods for your Corvair.
Sustained heavy duty or high speed operations or oper­
ation under adverse conditions may necessitate more
frequent servicing. For specific recommendations for con­
ditions under which you use your vehicle, consult your
authorized Chevrolet Dealer.
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ENGINE OIL CHANGE*
See "Engine Lubrication" in previous pages.
OIL FILTER*
Change the filter element every 6000 miles or every
six months, whichever occurs first.
CRANKCASE VENTILA T10N*
Valve Type (Air Conditioned Models)-Test at every
oil change, replace as required.
Fixed Orifice Type-Check at every oil change,
clean every
12,000 miles.
STEERING GEAR
Every 36,000 miles-Remove filler plug and check
lubricant level. If necessary add water resistant EP
lubricant to bring to level of filler plug hole.
* More often under prolonged dusty driving conditions.

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Every 6000 miles-check condition of belt. On vehicles
. equipped with belt guides, check belt guide to belt
clearance. Belt guide clearance should be approxi­
mately 1/ 16/1 after belt is tensioned. (Seepage 50.)
DISTRIBUTOR CAM
LUBRICATOR
Every 12,000 miles-
Rotate cam lubricator
180 degrees.
Replace lubricator at
24,000 mile intervals .
The cam lubricator should
not be oiled, damage to
ignition points
may result
if proper lubricant is not
used on cam.
8R:EAKER PlATE "nACHlNG SCREWS
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AIR CLEANER
PAPER ELEMENT TYPE (Oil-Wetted)
Every 6000 miles -Inspect or test air cleaner paper
element. If inspection reveals that element is satisfac­
tory it may
be reused ; however, element should be
inspected or tested every 6000 miles until it is
replaced. Element must not be oiled, washed, tapped
or cleaned with an air hose.
Under severe dust conditions
it may be necessary to
inspect
or test the element more often.

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After the first 6000 miles-have your Chevrolet Dealer
check the tightness of all hose damp connections.
Every 6000 miles-Check sight glass, located under the
hood, after the system has been in operation for
several minutes. Sight glass should be clear. Bubbles
or dirt indicate a leak which should be corrected
immediately by your Chevrolet Dealer.
BRAKE LININGS
Have the brake linings inspected periodically. Fre­
quency of inspection will depend on traffic, terrain
and the driving habits of the driver.
BRAKE
MAIN CYLINDER
Every 6,000 miles-Check fluid level and maintain % II
below opening with G. M. Hydraulic Brake Fluid
Supreme No. 11.
PARKING BRAKE AND CLUTCH PULLEYS
AND CABLES-CORVAIR
Every 12,000 miles-Lubricate pulleys under dash. Re­
move the tunnel cover under vehicle and lubricate
pulleys and cable bearing points with a water resist­
ant EP Chassis Lubricant. Lubricate gearshift lever
ball
and socket (see page 41 J at the same time.
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FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS
Clean, repack with high melting point wheel bearing
lubricant, and adjust whenever brake drums are re­
moved. Replace grease seals at the same time.
ENGINE OIL COOLER
Every 12,000 miles (more often under prolonged dusty
driving
conditionsJ-Remove cover and brush or
blowout accumulated dirt.
NOTE: Material usually found in the oil cooler
consists primarily
of twigs, straw, chaff, and
leaves.

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Every 6000 miles-Check fluid level on dipstick with
engine idling, selector lever in NEUTRAL position,
parking brake set and transmission at operating
temperature. If fluid level is below full mark on dip­
stick,
add small amount of Automatic Transmission
Fluid Type
"A" bearing the mark AQ-ATF followed
by a
number and the suffix letter "A". Recheck
fluid
level on dipstick and again add a small amount
of fluid if needed to bring level to full mark. DO
NOT
OVERFILL.
NOTE: From the "Add Oil" mark to the "Ful/' ,
mark on the dipstick indicates a difference of
only 1 pint of fluid.
Every 1
2,000 miles (more frequently, depending on
severity of service, if vehicle is used to pull trailer,
carry full loads during high ambient temperatures,
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operate in mountainous terrain or operate under
other severe condition .sl-Remove fluid from the
transmission sump and add two (2) quarts of fresh
fluid.
Operate transmission through all ranges and
check fluid level as described above.
If vehicle is so equipped, clean dust and dirt from
transmission oil cooler every 12,000 miles.
TRANSMISSION-3 AND 4-SPEED
Follow recommendations given under "Rear Axle"
on page 42.
TRANSMISSION CONTROL LINKAGE-
3 AND 4-SPEED
Corvair
Every 12,000 miles-Lubricate connector (indicated in the
illustration below) with a water resistant EP Chassis
Lubricant.
Every
12,000 miles-Remove tunnel cover under vehicle
and lubricate gearshift lever ball and socket with
Lubriplate.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Idle Speed: 95 hp Turbo-Air 164 w/monuol trans. (In Neutral) .... 450-500 rpm 110 hp Turbo-Air 164 w/manual trans. (In Neutral) .... 600-650 rpm 140 hp Turbo-Air 164 w/manualtrans. (In Neutral) .... 600-650 rpm 180 hp Turbocharged 164 (In Neutral) .................. 850 rpm All Powerglide (In Drive) .............. , .......... 450-500 rpm
Ignition Timing:. 95 hp Turbo-Air 164 (manual transmission) ............ 6° BTDC 110 hp Turbo-Air 164 (manual transmission) ............ 14° BTDC 140 hp Turgo-Air 164 .............................. 18°BTDC
180 hp Turbocharged 164 .......................... 24° BTDC All Powerglide ...........................••....•• . 14° BTDC
Axle Ratios: Engine 95 hp Turbo-Air 164 110 hp Turbo-Air 164
140 hp Turbo-Air 164 180 hp Turbocharged 164
Transmission All 3-and 4-Speed Powerglide
3 -and 4-Speed All
Standard Ratio "
3.27:1
3.27:1
3.55:1 3.55:1
3.55: 1 'Standard Ratio For Corvair Greenbrier and Air Conditioning Equipped Vehicles 3.55:1.
BULB SPECIFICATIONS
Headllamp Unit (Sealed Beam)
Candle Power
Outer-High Beam ......•.........•...... 37% W low Beam ....•.............•..... 55W Inner-High Beam Only ................... 37'!z W
Parking lamp-Directional Signal and Tail-Stap-D irectional Signal lamps ... ...•... 4-32
Back-Up lamps ............................ 32 Instrument lamps ....................••.... 3
Temp. Press., Gen. Fan., and Glove Compartment lamps ..•.............•..... 2 Headlamp High Beam Indicator,' Directional Signal Indicator , and Heater Control Panel lamps •.....•..................•.. 1
Number
4002
4001
1157
1156
GE 1816
1895
1445
45
Dome Lomp ' ................... .. ......... 12 Courtesy lamp .........••.................. 6 license Plate lamp .....•..............•.... 4
Radio Dial lamp ........•.......•.......... 2
BATTERY RATINGS
Corvair-12 volt; 54 plate; 44 amp/hr . Corvoir 95 and Greenbrier-12 volt; 54 plate; 42 amp/hr .
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKER
211 631
67
1893
A circuit breaker in the light control switch protects
the head lamp circuit, thus eliminating one fuse. Where
current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker intermittently
opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the cause
is found and eliminated.
Fuses, located in the junction block beneath the
dash are:
1. Healer Blower
Glove Comparlment lamp ........ 3AG/ AGC-1 0 amp
2. Tail and Slop lamps,
Dome lamp ................. .. 3AG / AGC-1 0 amp.
3.
Heater (Total System) Back-up lamp ................. 3AG/ AGC-20 amp.
4. Radio (AM or AM-FM) ........... 3AG/ AGC-2 Y2 amp.
(AM-FM Stereo) .. . .... 3AG/ AGC-71/2 amp.
5. Instrument Panel lamps Radio Panel lamp Heater Conlrol Panel lamp ........ 3AG/ AGC-3 amp. 6. Windshield Wiper Molor ......... 3AG/ AGC-20 amp.
Air Conditioner Fuses ........... 3AG! AGC-15 amp. (Located in 14GA red and 12GA gray wires in area of
ignition switch.)