HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONING 1A-82
•BATTERY
(POS)
CABLE
NOTE
When
control
switch*
is !TOFF"
&
Air
Cond
is
"ON"
(Control
knob
pulled
but) the
blower
fan'will
run at low
speed.
CONTROL
SWITCH
CONNECTIONS
OFF
LOW
MED
HIGH
B
TO
NONE
B
TO L
BTOL&M
B
TO L
&
H
COMPRESSOR
GROUND
WIRE
ASM
BATTERY
(NEGATIVE)
CABLE
COMPRESSOR
ASM
DASHPAJSTEL
GROMMET
16DG
CONTROL
SWITCH
RESISTOR
ASM
14LBL
14BRN
CLUTCH
COIL
EXTENSION
WIRE
ASM
-14BRN--N
JUNC
BLOCKi
OSTATIC
SWITCH
CONTACTS
NORMALLY
CLOSED
STARTING
MOTOR
SOLENOID
BLOWER
MOTOR
AIR
COND
CONTROL
(PUSH-PULL)
KNOB
DOOR
SWITCH
(PUSH
BUTTON
NORMALLY
CLOSED)
RELAY
ASM
HORN
RELAY
DIVERTER
DOOR CABLE
FUSE
PANEL
EVAPORATOR
ASM
IGNITION SWITCH-
ACCESSORY TERMINAL)
Fig. 118—All Weather Wiring Diagram (Chevy II)
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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONING 1A-83
DIVERTER DOOR
CRANK POSITIONS:
AIR COND "ON"
AIR COND "OFF*
AIR COND SWITCH
(PUSH BUTTON,
NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACTS)
BLOWER MOTOR
CONTACTS
NORMALLY
4D
16
16B/Y
COMPRESSOR
GROUND WIRE
ASM
BAT.
TERMINAL
ON STARTING
MOTOR SOLENOID
' BATTERY
CABLE ASM:
NEGATIVE
POSITIVE—*
- CONTROL SWITCH
SET AT:
•OFF
LOW
MED
HIGH
CONTACTS:
BTOBL
BTOL
BTOM
BT0M6B,
CLUTCH
HOUSING
liOli: WHEN CONTROL
SWITCH IS AT "OFF" &
AIR COND. IS "ON", FAN
WILL RUN AT LOW SPEED.
"AIR COND-PULL"
KNOB (SHOWN IN "ON"
POSITION)
TO REGULATOR
HORN
RELAY
16 BRN-BODY WIRING
HARNESS-837
14BRN
I
^
IA^RN
* IGNITION SWITCH
« 12R ACCESSORY TERMINAL
12R f
AMMETER
LEGEND:
AIR COND WIRING (PART OF
ENGINE WIRING HARNESS)
WIRING IS PART OF EQUIP
REG PRODUCTION WIRING
Fig.
119—Corvette—Four-Season Wiring Diagram
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ENGINE-ELECTRICAL 6Y-8
1
FIELD RELAY^I^p2
"LATCH"
^PFN?^
"P1
TERMINAL
JyJvJCTl^
NO. 2 TERMINAD^5^^^«
NO.
3 TERMINAL ^S5«£
NO.
4 TERMINAL ^^^
m
# / VOLTAGE
¥ REGULATOR
1
ACCESS PLUG TO
VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENT
No 4 TERMINAL
Double Contact
Fig.
2c—Voltage Regulator Assemblies
Transistor
regulator to handle the higher field current and enables it
to absorb the increased inductive voltages of the field
coil with satisfactory contact point life.
The double-contact regulator assembly (fig. 2c) con-
sists of a double contact voltage regulator unit and a field
relay unit. This unit uses two sets of contact points on
the voltage regulator unit to obtain desired field excita-
tion under variable conditions. Internal circuit wiring
diagrams of the double contact regulator are shown in
Figures 3c and 4c.
The transistor regulator (fig. 2c) is an assembly com-
posed principally of transistors, diodes, resistors, a
capacitor, and a thermistor to form a completely static
voltage regulating unit in combination with a conventional
vibrating type field relay.
The transistor is an electrical device which limits the
generator voltage to a preset value by controlling the
generator field current. The diodes, capacitor and re-
sistors act together to aid the transistors in controlling
the generator voltage. This is the only function that the
regulator performs in the charging circuit. The
thermistor provides a temperature-compensated voltage
setting. Wiring diagrams of the transistor regulator are
shown in Figures 3c and 4c.
The voltage at which the generator operates is deter-
mined by the regulator adjustment. The regulator voltage
setting can be adjusted externally by removing a pipe plug
in the cover (fig. 2c) and turning the adjusting arm inside
the regulator. This procedure is explained in the followr
ing section, and permits regulator adjustments without
removing the cover.
FUSIBLE
DOUBLE CONTACT
FUSIBLE LINK-^
JUNCTION HORN
BLOCK RELAY
RESISTOR
Q FIELD Q>
DELCOTRON TR-
TRANSISTOR
FUSIBLE LINK-
Fig.
3c-Circuity - Voltage Regulator Assemblies (Except Corvette)
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ENGINE-ELECTRICAL 6Y-9
63 AMP 1
MODELS ONLY'
BATTERY FUSIBLE
LINK
HORN
FUSIBLE LINK'
TRANSISTOR
FUSIBLE LINK'
Fig.
4c— Circuitry - Voltage Regulator Assemblies (Corvette)
Engine compartment wiring harness incorporates sev-
eral fusible links. Each link is identified with its gage
size. A fusible link is a length of special wire (normally
four wire gages smaller than the circuit it is protecting)
used in wiring circuits that are not normally fused, such
as the ignition circuit. The same size wire with a hypalon
insulation must be used when replacing a fusible link.
The links are:
1.
The pigtail lead at the battery positive cable (except
Corvette) is a 14 gage, brown fusible link protecting
the 10 gage battery charging circuit. This wire is an
integral part of the battery cable assembly and serv-
icing requires replacing the complete battery cable
assembly. On Corvette models this link is installed
as a molded splice at the solenoid "Bat" terminal
and servicing requires splicing in a new link.
2.
A 16 gage black fusible link is located at the horn
4.
relay to protect all unfused wiring of 12 gage or
larger. It is installed as a molded splice and serv-
icing requires splicing in a new link.
The generator warning light and field circuitry (16
gage wire) is protected by a fusible link (20 gage
orange wire) used in the "battery feed to voltage
regulator #3 terminal" wire. The link is installed as
a molded splice in the generator and forward lamp
harness and is serviced by splicing in a new 20 gage
wire as required.
The ammeter circuit on all models is protected by
two orange, 20 gage wire fusible links installed as
molded splices in the circuit at the junction block or
the solenoid "Bat" terminal (Corvette only) and at
the horn relay. Each link is serviced by splicing in a
new 20 gage wire as required.
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
At regular intervals, inspect the terminals for cor-
rosion an4 loose connections, and the wiring for frayed
insulation. Check mounting bolts for tightness. Check the
drive belt for alignment, proper tension and wear. Be-
cause of the higher inertia and load capacity of the rotor
used in A.C. generators, PROPER BELT TENSION is
more critical than on D.C. generators.
Since the Delcotron and its companion regulator are
designed for use on negative polarity systems only, the
following precautions must be observed. Failure to ob-
serve these precautions may result in serious damage to
the charging system.
1.
When installing a battery, always make absolutely
sure the ground polarity of the battery, generator and
regulator is the same.
2.
When connecting a booster battery, make certain to
connect the correct battery terminals together.
3.
When connecting a charger to the battery, connect the
correct charger leads to the battery
%
terminals.
4.
Never operate the generator on an uncontrolled open
TO SOLENOID
BAT ACC RES. WIRE
Fig.
5c—Typical Wiring Diagram Showing Lead Connections
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CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSIONS 7-13
PULL-IN
WINDING
li
HOLD-IN
WINDING
Fig.
4B -
Overdrive Electrical Circuit Wiring Diagram
ELECTRICAL
Any one of the following general complaints may be due
to electrical trouble in the overdrive circuit.
1.
Does not engage.
2.
Does not release.
3.
Does not kickdown from overdrive.
These troubles may be traced and remedied as de-
scribed in the following paragraphs.
1.
Does not engage
a. With the ignition switch on, ground the "KD" ter-
minal of the solenoid relay with a jumper lead.
If the solenoid clicks, the relay and solenoid cir-
cuits are in operating condition. If no click is
heard in the relay, check the fuse and replace if
defective.
b.
If the fuse is good, use a second jumper lead to
connect the "SOL" and "BAT" terminals of the
relay. If a click is now heard in the solenoid, the
relay is probably at fault and should be repaired
or replaced.
c. If the solenoid does not click in Step b, check the
wiring to the No. 4 terminal of the solenoid and
replace if necessary. If the wiring is not defec-
tive,
the trouble is probably in the solenoid. Re-
move the solenoid cover, examine the solenoid
contacts in series with the pull-in winding and
clean if necessary. Test again for clicks, as in
Step b, after replacing solenoid cover and lead
wires.
Replace the solenoid if trouble has not
been corrected.
d. If the relay and solenoid circuits are in good con-
dition as determined in Step a, leave the ignition
switch on and make sure the manual control knob
is in the overdrive position. Ground one and then
the other of the two terminals next to the stem of
the kickdown switch (identified as "SW" and
?fREL"). K the solenoid clicks when one terminal
is grounded but not the other, replace the switch.
If the solenoid does not click when either of the
terminals is grounded, check the wiring between
the relay and the kickdown switch and replace if
defective.
e. If the solenoid clicks as each terminal is grounded
in Step d, ground the governor switch terminal.
If the solenoid clicks, the governor switch may be
defective. If the solenoid does not click, check
the wiring between the kickdown and governor
switches and replace if necessary.
2.
Does not release
a. Remove the connection to the "KD" terminal of
the relay. If this release overdrive, look for a
grounded control circuit between the relay and
governor switch.
b.
If the overdrive is not released in Step a, dis-
connect the lead to the "SOL" terminal of relay.
If this releases the overdrive, replace the relay.
3.
Does not kickdown from overdrive
a. With the engine running, connect a jumper lead
between the No. 6 terminal of the solenoid and
ground. Operate the kickdown switch by hand.
This should stop the engine. If it does, the sole-
noid is probably defective and it should be checked
for dirty ground-out contacts or other defects
within the ground-out circuit of the solenoid (fig.
4B).
Clean the contacts or replace the contact
plate as required.
b.
If the engine does not stop in Step a, ground one
and then the other of the two terminals (Identified
as "IGN" and "SOL") farthest from the sfem of
the kickdown switch. The engine should stop when
one of the two terminals (IGN) is grounded. If
the engine does not stop when the terminal is
grounded, the wiring or connections to the switch
between the switch and coil are defective. When
the btlier terminal (SOL) is grounded, the engine
should stop when the kickdown switch is operated.
If the engine does not stop when the kickdown
switch is operated with the second terminal
grounded, the kickdown switch is defective. If
the trouble is in the kickdown switch, adjust the
linkage to give more travel of the switch rod.
If this does not correct the trouble, replace the
kickdown switch.
If the kickdown switch operates as it should,
check for an open circuit in the wiring between
the kickdown switch and the No. 6 terminal of the
solenoid.
c. If the trouble is not located by the above checks,
the upper contacts of the kickdown switch may not
be opening. To check for this condition, ground
the overdrive control circuit at the governor
switch. This should cause the solenoid to click.
Operate the kickdown switch by hand. This should
cause a second click as the solenoid releases.
If there is no second click, adjust the linkage to
give more travel of the switch rod. If this does
not correct the trouble, replace the kickdown
switch.
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SECTION 12
ELECTRICAL-BODY AND CHASSIS
CONTENTS
OF
THIS
SECTION
Page
Page
System 12-1
Instruments and Gauges 12-21
Directional Signal 12r40
Windshield Wipers and Washers 12-44
Wiring Diagrams 12-56
Special Tools 12-60
LIGHTING SYSTEM
INDEX
Page
General Description
!2-i
Maintenance and Adjustments
•.................. 12-2
Headlamp Adjustment......................
12-3
Headlamp Panel Travel Adjustment.
12-5
Service Operations.
. . .. 12-5
Front Lighting
12-5
Headlamp
. 12_5
Parking Lamp
12-5
Fender Lamp
. 12_^
Headlamp Panel
12-8
Headlamp Panel Motor
^2-9
Rear Lighting
l2-10
Tail, Stop and Directional Lamps
12-10
Page
Backing Lamps
12-14
License Plate Lamp
12-14
Automatic Transmission Quadrant Lamp
12-14
Seat Separator Console Lamps
. 12-15
Lighting Switch
. . 12-15
Wiper Switch.
12-15
Stoplight Switch
12-15
Dimmer Switch
12-15
Backing Lamp Switches
12-15
Neutral Safety Switches
12-17
Parking Brake Alarm Switch
................. 12-19
Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp/Switch
12-19
Cirgarette Lighter
12-19
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
.
The lighting system includes: the main lighting switch,
stop light, dimmer, and backing lamp switches, head-
lamps, parking lamps, stop, tail and directional lamps,
instrument illumination and indicator lamps, and the
necessary wiring to complete the various circuits. A
fuse panel provides convenient power take offs and fuse
clips for the appropriate circuits (fig. 1).
Chevrolet and Chevelle headlamp installation is all
new in that the headlamps are located in the radiator
support with adjusting screws and springs. Eliminating
the need for having separate headlamp housings. Chev-
rolet and Chevelle headlamp retainers and springs are
interchangeable.
Chevy n headlamp housings are new because of revised
front end styling and Corvette front end lighting is basi-
cally carryover.
Front fender lamps have been added as an option for
Chevrolet models and as standard equipment on Caprice
series.
Camaro models use single headlamps and the Rally
Sport model headlamps are covered by a retractable
section of the grille when lamps are not used. The sec-
tion of the grille covering the headlamps folds back when
lights are required; the headlamps are stationary. The
covering is retracted by a small electric motor mounted
to the headlamp housing. The headlamps are automat-
ically uncovered when the headlight switch is pulled "ON"
for illumination. If at any time the electrical circuit
becomes inoperative, the lamps can be uncovered manu-
ally. The ignition switch must be
"ON"
in order to close
the headlamp doors.
Parking lamp for Chevelle and Chevrolet models are
new due to revised front end sheet metal and bumper
styling. Parking lamps are located in the bumper on
Chevrolet, Chevelle and Chevy n models
Camaro parking lamps are located in the radiator
grille except for the Rally Sport models on which the
parking lamps are in the valance panel. For styling
reasons, the lens is white and an amber glass bulb is
used. All Camaro parking lamps require a separate
ground wire to assure a good ground contact because of
the plastic grille and painted contact surfaces.
The Chevrolet tail, stop, and directional lamps are in
one housing with a three section lens design on Impala
and Caprice sedans. The center lens for Impala series
is the back-up lamp. The center lens on the Caprice is
a tail lamp with the back-up lamps being located in the
rear bumper. Chevrolet station wagons have three indi-
vidual housings with three lenses, the center lamp being
the back-up. Biscayne and Bel-Air sedans have a single
housing and lens for tail, stop, and directional lamp with
a similarly constructed back-up lamp inboard and adja-
cent to it.
Chevelle tail, stop, and directional lamps are a single
lens design that follows through with the rear fender
styling. The back-up lamp is located in r.ear bumper.
Camaro models except Rally Sport have tail lamps
with integral back-up lamps mounted inboard of the rear
fenders between the trunk opening and bumper. The
Rally Sport model has dual tail lamps in the rear housing
and valance mounted back-up lamps.
Corvette, Chevy n, and Corvair tail and directional
signal lights are carryover. The Corvette has new back-
up lamps center mounted above the license plate opening.
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FJg.
1 - Fuse Panel Assembly
All power window and tailgate circuits require the igni-
tion switch to be "ON" to open or close the windows un-
like past model designs which were operated independ-
ently of the ignition switch.
The windshield wiper and washer switch is new in that
washer button in the center of the knob has been deleted
and its function will be accomplished by pushing the knob.
A set screw is used to retain the knob to the shaft.
In addition to fuses, the wiring harness incorporates
fusible links to protect the wiring. Links are used rather
than a fuse in wiring circuits that are not normally fused,
such as the ignition circuit. Fusible links in the Chevro-
let wiring are four gauge sizes smaller than the cable it
is designed to protect. The links are marked on the
insulation with wire gauge size because of the heavy insu-
lation which makes the link appear a heavier gauge than it
actually is.
Engine compartment wiring harness incorporate sev-
eral fusible links. Each link is identified with its gauge
size.
A fusible link is a length of special wire (normally
four wire gauges smaller than the circuit it is protecting)
used in wiring circuits that are not normally fused, such
as the ignition circuit. The same size wire with a spe-
cial hypalon insulation must be used when replacing a
fusible link.
The links are:
1.
The pigtail lead at the battery positive cable (except
Corvette) is a 14 gauge, brown fusible link protecting
the 10 gange battery charging circuit. This wire is
an integral part of the battery cable assembly and
servicing requires replacing the complete battery
cable assembly. On Corvette models this link is
installed as a molded splice at the solenoid "Bat"
terminal and servicing requires splicing in a new
link.
2.
A 16 gauge black fusible link is located at horn relay
to protect all unfused wiring of 12 gauge or larger.
It is a serviceable piece with an in-line connector
and is not integral with the wiring harness.
3.
The generator warning light and field circuitry (16
gauge wire) is protected by a fusible link (20 gauge
orange wire) used in the "battery feed to voltage
regulator #3 terminal" wire. The link is installed
as a molded splice in the generator and forward lamp
harness and is serviced by splicing in a new 20 gauge
wire as required.
4.
The ammeter circuit on all models is protected by
two orange, 20 gauge wire fusible links installed as
molded splices in the circuit at the junction block or
the solenoid "Bat" terminal (Corvette only) and at the
horn relay. Each link is serviced by splicing in a
new 20 gauge wire as required.
The wiring harnesses use a standarized. color code
common to all Chevrolet vehicles. Under the color code,
the color of the wire designates a particular circuit. The
harness title indicates the type of harness, single of mul-
tiple wire, and also describe the location of the harness.
The body harness is a flat, solid wire assembly and is
routed through the vehicle near the center of the body.
Composite wiring diagrams (figs. 104 thru 124) are in-
cluded at the end of this section.
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
Maintenance of the lighting units and wiring system
consists of an occasional check to see that all wiring
connections are tight and clean, that the lighting units are
tightly mounted to provide good ground and that the head-
lamps are properly adjusted. Loose or corroded con-
nections may cause a discharged battery, difficult start-
ing, dim lights, and possible damage to generator and
regulator. Wire harnesses must be replaced if insulation
becomes burned, cracked, or deteriorated. Whenever it
is necessary to splice a wire or repair one that is bro-
ken, always use solder to bond the splice. Always use
rosin flux solder on electrical connections. Use insulat-
ing tape to cover all splices or bare wires.
When replacing wires, it is important that the correct
size be used. Never replace a wire with one of a smaller
size.
Each harness and wire must be held securely in place
by clips or other holding devices to prevent chafing or
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ELECTRICAL-BODY AND CHASSIS 12-3
Fig.
2 - T-3 Safety Aimer
wearing away the insulation due to vibration.
By referring to the wiring diagrams, circuits may be
tested for continuous circuit or shorts with a conventional
test lamp or low reading volt meter.
HEADLAMP ADJUSTMENT-
T-3 HEADLAMPS
CAUTION: Check and tighten radiator support
grille retaining bolts prior to attempting head-
lamp aiming. Distorted grille or supports in
this area will hinder proper aiming of head-
lamps. On Corvette models make sure head-
lamp panel is adjusted properly - refer to
"Headlamp Panel Travel Adjustment".
When aiming headlamps, vehicle should be filled to ca-
pacity with gas, oil, and water but no load. Tires should
be uniformly inflated to recommended pressure.
the T-3 Safety Aimer-Type B (fig. 2), is used for the
headlamp aiming description that follows. An adapter is
required with the Type B T-3 Aimer when adjusting the 7
inch headlamp used on the Chevy n vehicle.
1.
Drive vehicle onto selected aiming area. Bounce
vehicle several times and allow to settle.
2.
Remove headlamp bezels.
3.
Mount the T-3 Aimers on either the No. 1 or No. 2
pair of headlamps so that "the points of the headlamps
engage the smooth inner ring of the aimers.
HORIZONTAL
AIMING
SCREW
STRING OVER
"2R" ON AIMER ARM
Fig.
4—-Headlamp Horizontal Adjustment
NOTE:
In the dual headlamp installation, the
inboard unit is designated No. 1 and the outboard
unit is designated No. 2.
4.
Secure the aimers to the headlamp units by firmly
pressing knob at center of each aimer (fig. 3). Ro-
tate crossarms inboard to approximate horizontal
position.
NOTE:
Moisten suction cups slightly to obtain
maximum holding force.
5. With both aimers in place, knot both ends of elastic
string and, using slots provided, fasten string across
horizontal crossarms of each aimer.
6. Rotate both aimers so that the string just clears the
points on the crossarms.
HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT
7. a. Turn horizontal aiming screw, Figure 4, on left-
VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT SCREW
Fig.
3 - Installing Aimer on Headlamp Unit
Fig.
5 - Headlamp Vertical Adjustment
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