1967 CHEVROLET CAMARO rear axle

GENERAL INFORMATION 0-4

Fig.
1—Vehicle
Serial Number

Located on Left Front Hinge

Pillar—Chevrolet Shown
Fig.
2—Vehicle Serial Number and

Body Style, Body Number Trim and

Paint Combination Located on

Instrument Panel Brace

Under Glove Box—Corvette
Fig. 3—Four and Six Cylinder

Engine Unit Number Located on

Pad at Right Hand Side of Cylinder

Block at Rear of Distributor

Fig.
4—Eight Cylinder Engine Unit

Number Located on Pad at Front,

Right Hand Side of Cylinder Block
Fig.
5—Rear Axle Unit Number

Located Bottom Surface of Carrier

at Cover Mounting Flange—Corvette
Fig.
6—Rear Axle Unit Number

Located on Right or Left Axle

Tube Adjacent to Carrier

BSHfi^;^
PAINT

HRIKI5"tM>
fIHIsS
HE|St.>MfT*

^^ * *•'"
•<"'

Fig.
7—Body Style, Body Number

Trim Type and Paint Combination

Located on Upper Right Hand Side

of the Dash Panel—Chevrol et
Fig.
8—Body Style, Body Number

Trim Type and Paint Combination

Located on the Upper Left Hand

Side of the Dash Panel—Chevelle

and Camaro
Fig.
9—Body Style, Body Number

Trim Type and Paint Combination

Located on the Upper Right Hand

Part of the Dash Panel—Chevy II

1. Manufacturers identity number assigned to all

Chevrolet built vehicles.

2.
See Model Identification in this section.

3.
Last number of model year (1967).

4.
F-Flint

5.
Unit numbering will start at 100,001 at all plants.

KEYS AND LOCKS

Four keys (two hexagonal head and two round head) are

provided with each vehicle. The hexagonal-head key

operates the ignition switch and front door locks. The
round-head key operates the locks for the glove box and

rear compartment lid.

' Lock cylinders (except trunk) are furnished for service

uncoded, this necessitates the coding of these replace-

ment lock cylinders.

NOTE: In service, the trunk and glove box

lock cylinders are provided together with the

trunk lock cylinder coded and the glove box

cylinder uncoded.

The side bar type lock (fig. 18) is used for the ignition,

front doors and trunk. The glove box lock is of the wafer

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GENERAL INFORMATION
0-9

Fig.
25—Attachment
of
Towing Chain Hooks
to
Axle Tube

Fig.
24—Towing Sling Attachment—Front

Rear

Connect standard chain hooks around the axle tube from

the underneath side between the axle rear spring pad and

the brake flange plate (fig. 25). It is mandatory that the

chain hook be positioned as stated above so that the brake

lines are not damaged.

The lower lifting bar should be positioned in below the

vehicle so that the rubber straps protect the rear valance

panel. With the lower bar in this position, it is necessary

that the bar be spaced down a minimum of
1
5/8" to pre-

vent damage to the fuel tank. This can be accomplished

by placing 6.0" section of 2x4' wood blocks below the

rear section of each rear spring (fig. 26).

To facilitate towing without a helper it will be neces-

sary to attach the
2x4*
s to the rear spring by a strap or

tape.
See Figure 27.

Also it will be necessary to lock the steering wheel in

the straight ahead position prior to actually moving the

vehicle.
Fig.
26—Towing SJing Attachment—Rear

REAR SPRING

EYE

WOOD

BLOCK

Fig.
27—Strapping Wood Block
to
Rear Spring

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THIS DIMENSION MUST NOT

BE EXCEEDED DUE TO

POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE

STEERING KNUCKLE LOWER

CONTROL ARM STOP.

LIFT ONLY ON THE

4"
AREA EXTENDING

REARWARD FROM

THE FRAME RAMP.

CAUTION:
CARE MUST BE USED

TO PREVENT JACK

PAD FROM DAMAGING
DO NOT LIFT ON

REAR SPRING FRONT

MOUNTING BRACKET

BUMPER JACK LIFTING AT

FRAME ATTACHMENT AREA ONLY.

FLOOR JACK OR HOIST LIFT
DRIVE ON HOIST

FLOOR JACK ONLY

Fig.
28-Vehicle Lifting Points-Chevy II

Lifting With Auto Jack

The shaded areas on both the front and the rear

bumpers, as shown in Figures 21, 22, 28, 29 are recom-

mended auto jack lifting points. The jack load rest must

locate under the bumper at these points. Be sure the

load rest is positioned properly on the jack before raising

the vehicle. On Corvettes, position jack on shaded areas

indicated on Figure 30. Be sure jack load rest properly

contacts frame before raising vehicle.

Lifting Car With Drive-on Hoist

Many dealer service facilities and service stations are

now equipped with a type of automotive hoist which must

bear upon some part of the frame in order to lift the

vehicle. In Figures 21, 22, 28, 29, 30 the shaded areas

indicate areas recommended for hoist contact.
LIFTING THE CORVETTE

Shaded, areas in Figure 30 indicate 'recommended

points for hoist or jack contact. When using a single post

hoist place hoist on frame side rail behind kickup at front

and forward of #3 body mount at rear. When using a

twin-post hoist, two methods are recommended.

a. If no rear axle or suspension work is contem-

plated, use either suspension adapters or drive-

on adapters at the front, and drive-on adapters

at the rear. If a need for axle work develops, use

jack stands beneath the frame side rails on each

side and lower rear post.

b.
If rear axle work is contemplated, use either

suspension adapters or drive-on adapters at the

front and frame lift adapters as shown in Figure

31.
If frame lift adapters are not available, use

jack stands.

NOTE:
Wooden blocks, bolted to steel beam

shown in Figure 31 are necessary to allow

beam to clear exhaust system.

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LUBRICATION 0-13

LUBRICATION

INDEX

Page

Engine Crankcase Oil . 0-13

Crankcase Capacities. . 0-13

Lubrication . ,
•
o-13

SAE Viscosity Oils 0-13

Types of Oils 0-14

Maintaining Oil Level 0-14

Oil and Filter Change Intervals 0-14

Oil.
. . ...:.. 0-14

Filter o-14

Crankcase Dilution . 0-14

Automatic Control Devices to Minimize

Crankcase Dilution 0-14

Crankcase Breather Cap 0-14

Crankcase Ventilation System 0-15

Valve Type 0-15

Fuel Filter 0-15

Air Cleaner . 0-15

Polyurethane Type 0-15

Oil Wetted Paper Element Type 0-15

Battery Terminal Washers 0-15
Page

Distributor 0-15

Rear Axle and 3-Speed and Overdrive

4-Speed Transmission 0-15

Recommended Lubricants 0-15

Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricants 0-15

Lubricant Additions 0-15

Lubricant Changes 0-15

Powerglide Transmission 0-15

Turbo Hydra-Matic 0-16

Front Wheel Bearings 0-16

Manual Steering Gear . . . . 0-16

Power Steering 0-16

Air Conditioning 0-16

Brake Master Cylinder. 0-16

Parking Brake 0-16

Clutch Cross-Shaft , 0-16

Chassis Lubrication 0-16

Lubrication Diagrams . . 0-19

Body Lubrication (Chevrolet, Chevelle, Chevy n, Camaro). 0-20

Body Lubrication Points (Corvette) . 0-21

The selection of the proper lubricant and its correct

application at regular intervals does much to increase the

life and operation of all moving parts of the vehicle.

Consequently, it is important that the correct grade of

oil or grease, as noted in the following pages, be used.

ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL

Crankcase Capacity

4 Cylinder 4 qt.

6 Cylinder 4 qt.

8 Cylinder (283) 4 qt.

8 Cylinder (327) 4 qt.

8 Cylinder (350) 4 qt.

8 Cylinder (396) 4 qt.

8 Cylinder (427) Chevrolet 4 qt.

8 Cylinder (427) Corvette 5 qt.

For 4 Cyl. Add .5 qt. with filter change;

1 qt. for 6 and 8 Cyl. engines.

Lubrication

Crankcase oil should be selected to give the best per-

formance under the climatic and driving conditions in the

territory in which the vehicle is driven.

During warm or hot weather, an oil which will provide

adequate lubrication under high operating temperatures

is required.

During the colder months of the year* an oil which will

permit easy starting at the lowest atmospheric tempera-

ture likely to be encountered, should be used.

When the crankcase is drained and refilled, the crank-

case oil should be selected, not on the basis of the exist-

ing temperature at the time of the change, but on the

lowest temperature anticipated for the period during

which the oil is to be used.

Unless the crankcase oil is selected on the basis of

viscosity or fluidity of the anticipated temperature, dif-

ficulty in starting will be experienced at each sudden

drop in temperature.
SAE Viscosity Oils

SAE Viscosity Numbers indicate only the viscosity or

body of the oil, that is, whether an oil is a light or a

heavy body oil, and do not consider or include other

properties or quality factors.

The lower SAE Viscosity Numbers, such as SAE 5W

and SAE 10W which represent the light body oils, are

recommended for use during cold weather to provide

easy starting and instant lubrication. The higher SAE

Viscosity Numbers such as SAE 20 and SAE 20W, which

represents heavier body oils, are recommended for use

during warm or hot weather to provide improved oil

economy and adequate lubrication under high operating

temperatures.

Oils are available which are designed to combine the

easy starting characteristics of the lower SAE Viscosity

Number with the warm weather operating characteristics

of the higher SAE Viscosity Number. These are termed

"multi-viscosity oils," SAE 5-10W, SAE 5W-20, SAE

10W-20W, and SAE 10W-30.

The following chart will serve as a guide for the

selection of the correct SAE Viscosity Number for use

under different atmospheric temperature ranges, and

suggests the appropriate SAE Viscosity Numbers when

multi-viscosity oils are used.

Lowest Anticipated

Temperature

During Time

Oil Will Be

in Crankcase

32°F.

0°F.

Below 0°F.
Recommended

SAE Viscosity

Oils

SAE 20 or 20W

SAE 10W

SAE 5W
Recommended

SAE

Multi-

Viscosity

Oils

SAE 10W-30 .

SAE 10W-30

SAE 5W-20

SAE 30 or 10W-30 is recommended when most of the

driving is at high speeds and/or at temperatures above

90
°F.

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CRANKCASE VENTILATION VALVE

VALVE TYPE

NOTE: Under prolonged dusty driving condi-

tions,
it is recommended that these operations

be performed more often. Every 12,000 miles

or 12 months the valve should be replaced.

Connecting hoses, fittings, flame arrestor and

crankcase breather cap (where used) should be

cleaned. At every oil change the system should

be tested for proper function and serviced, if

necessary.

FUEL FILTER

Replace filter element located in carburetor inlet if

flooding occurs, if engine surges during constant speed

operation (pulsating effect) or if poor performance is

experienced during acceleration or at higher speeds.

AIR CLEANER

NOTE: Under prolonged dusty driving condi-

tions,
it is recommended that these operations

be performed more often.

POLYURETHANE TYPE-

Every 12,000 miles clean element in solvent, squeeze

out solvent, then soak in engine oil and squeeze out

excess.

OIL WETTED PAPER ELEMENT TYPE-

First 12,000 miles inspect or test element; if satis-

factory, re-use element but recheck every 6,000 miles

until replaced. Element must not be washed, oiled,

tapped or cleaned with an air hose.

BATTERY TERMINAL WASHERS

Battery terminals have felt washers between top of

case and cable connections to minimize corrosive action

of battery acid. These felt washers should be saturated

with engine oil every 6,000 miles.

DISTRIBUTOR

4 and 6-Cylinder Engine—Remove distributor cap and

rotate lubricator 1/2 turn at 12,000 mile intervals. Re-

place at 24,000 mile intervals.

8-Cylinder Engine—Change cam lubricator end for end

at 12,000 mile intervals. Replace at 24,000 mile

intervals.

REAR AXLE AND 3-SPEED AND

OVERDRIVE, 4-SPEED TRANSMISSIONS

The passenger car operates under the most severe

lubrication conditions at high speed and requires a hypoid

lubricant which will meet this condition.

Recommended Lubricants

Standard Rear Axles—SAE 90 "Multi-Purpose" gear

lubricant.

Positraction Rear Axles—Use special Positraction

lubricant.
CAUTION: Straight Mineral Oil gear lubricants

must not be used in hypoid rear axles.

Transmissions—SAE 90 "Multi-Purpose" gear

lubricant.

The SAE 90 viscosity grade is recommended for year

round use. However, when extremely low temperatures

are encountered for protracted periods during the winter

months, the SAE 80 viscosity grade may be used.

"Multi-Purpose" Gear Lubricants

Gear lubricants that will satisfactorily lubricate hypoid

rear axles have been developed and are commonly re-

ferred to as ' 'Multi-Purpose" gear lubricants meeting

U.S.
Army Ord. Spec. MIL-L-2105B.

These lubricants can also be satisfactorily used in

manual transmissions.

CAUTION: With Positraction rear axles use

special Positraction lubricant.

"Multi-Purpose" gear lubricants must be manufac-

tured under carefully controlled conditions and the

lubricant manufacturer must be responsible for the

satisfactory performance of his product. His reputation

is the best indication of quality.

Lubricant Additions

The lubricant level in the axle and transmission hous-

ings should be checked periodically. (Every 6,000 miles.)

It is recommended that any additions required to bring

up the lubricant level be made using the same type lubri-

cant already in the housing.

When checking lubricant level in transmission or rear

axle the unit being cheeked should be at operating

temperature. With unit at operating temperature the

lubricant should be level with bottom of the filler plug

hole.
If the lubricant level is checked with the unit cold

the lubricant level should be 1/2 inch below the filler

plug hole.

Lubricant Changes

The rear axle lubricant does not require changing for

the life of the vehicle. If additions are needed, or when

refilling the axle after service procedures, use lubricants

described above.

POWERGLIDE TRANSMISSION

NOTE: Every 12,000 miles, it is recommended

that the Powerglide low band be adjusted as

specified in Section 7 of this manual.

Every 6,000 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, adding a small

amount of Automatic Transmission Fluid, General Motors

Automatic Transmission Fluid (Part Numbers 1050568-

69,
70) is recommended. If this fluid is not obtainable,

use Automatic Transmission Fluid Type 'A' bearing the

mark AQ-ATF followed by a number and the suffix letter

'A'.
Recheck fluid level on dip stick and again add a

small amount of fluid if needed to bring level to full

mark. DO NOT OVERFILL.

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LUBRICATION 0-17

LUBRICATE EVERY 6,000 MILES

LUBRICATE EVERY 12,000 MILES

LUBRICATE EVERY 36,000 MILES

Refill Positraction Rear Axle with

Special Lubricant Only.
GL—Multi-purpose
or
Universal Gear Lubricant4

WB-Wheel Bearing Lubricant

(Whenever Brakes are serviced)

CL—Chassis Lubricant

EO-EngineOil
AT-Automatic Transmission Fluid {Type
A)

BF-Brake Fluid

Fig.
32—Lubrication Diagram—Chevrolet

1.
Front Suspension

2.
Steering Linkage

3. Steering Gear
4.
Air Cleaner

5. Crankcase Breather Cap

6. Front Wheel Bearings
7. Transmission

8. Rear Axle

9. Oil Filter
10.
Battery

11.
Parking Brake

12.
Brake Master Cylinder

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12

LUBRICATE EVERY 6000 MILES GL -Multi-purpose Gear Lubricant*

WB—Wheel Bearing Lubricant

LUBRICATE EVERY 12000 MILES (Whenever Brakes are serviced)

CL —Chassis Lubricant

LUBRICATE EVERY 36000 MILES E°-En9ine°il

"Refill Positraction Rear Axle with Special Positraction Rear Axle

Lubricant Only.
AT —Automatic Transmission Fluid (Type A)

SL —Steering Gear Lubricant

BF -Hydraulic Brake Fluid

1.
Front Suspension

2.
Steering Linkage

3. Steering Gear
Fig.
33—Lubrication Diagram—Chevelle

4.
Air Cleaner

5. Crankcase Breather Cap

6. Front Wheel Bearings
7. Transmission

8. Rear Axle

9. Oil Filter
10.
Battery

11.
Parking Brake

12.
Brake Master CylincU

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LUBRICATION
0-19

.
3-SPEED
4-SPEED

7 OVER DRIVE

10 9 5 1 6 2 '
AUTOMATIC

3 12 11

LUBRICATE EVERY 6,000 MILES GL-Gear Lubricant*

WB-Wheel Bearing Lubricant

(Wh Bk
AT-Automdtic Transmission Fluid

^ WB-Wheel Bearing Lubricant (Type A)

-TV
LUBRICATE
EVERY 12,000 MILES (Whenever Brakes are serviced)

' CL—Chassis Lubricant

• LUBRICATE EVERY 36,000 MILES EO_Engine Oil
BF
-Brake Fluid

•Refill Positt

Special Lubricant Only.
Axl«
with

1.
Front Suspension

2.
Steering Linkage

3. Steering Gear
Fig.
34—Lubrication Diagram—Chevy I!

4. Air Cleaner

5. Crankcase Breather. Cap

6. Front Wheel Bearings
7. Transmission

8. Rear Axle

9.
Oil Filter
10.
Battery

11.
Parking Brake

12.
Brake Master Cylinder

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