
WHEELS AND TIRES 10-5
WHEELS
The wheel and tire assembly should be removed from
vehicles equipped with disc brakes to properly perform
balancing operations. This is necessary due to drag of
the spring loaded brake shoes on the disc.
Static Balancing (W/Tire)
Static Balance (still balance) is the equal distribution
of weight of the wheel and tire assembly about the axis
of rotation so that the assembly has no tendency to rotate
by
itself.
Static unbalance causes the pounding action of
the front wheels that is called "tramp".
To correct static unbalance (front and rear): The
quickest and best methods to correct static unbalance
are through the use of wheel balancers which are com-
mercially available. Refer to the Information and in-
structions included with these balaricers.
Dynamic Balancing (W/Tire)
Dynamic Balance (running balance) requires the wheel
to be not only in static balance, but balanced and running
smoothly while turning on an axis which runs through the
centerline of the wheel and tire perpendicular to the axis
of rotation.
The quickest and best methods of testing and correcting
dynamic unbalance are by the use of dynamic wheel
balancers which are commercially available. These bal-
ancers include all necessary information on where and
how the balancing weights should be placed. The follow-
ing information, however, will help in the correction of
dynamic balance.
NOTE:
Before attempting to balance the
wheels, check to be certain that no foreign
matter has been trapped in the wheel ventila-
tion slots or in the accessory wheel discs. This
is especially important if the vehicle has been
run in soft mud and then parked in freezing
weather.
When a wheel that is statically unbalanced is dynam-
ically in balance the dynamic balance can be retained
while correcting "the static balance by installing the cor-
rective weights so that half of the weight required is
placed on the inner edge of the rim and the other half
on the outer edge of the rim.
Dynamic unbalance can be corrected without destroying
static balance by installing weights so half of weight
required for dynamic balance is placed on the rim op-
posite the heavy point, while the other half is placed 180°
away and on the opposite side of the rim.
NOTE:
Vehicles with wire wheel covers should
have the wheels balanced with the wire wheel
covers installed on the wheels.
Run Out (W/OTire)
The wheels should not run out (wobble) more than
1/16" as measured on the side of the rim at the base
of the tire. Excessive run-out is the result of a bent
wheel, an improperly mounted wheel, worn knuckle bear-
ings or steering connections. These parts should be
checked for correct adjustment, proper alignment and
wear whenever excessive run-out is encountered.
The wheels should also run concentric with the steering
knuckle spindle within 1/16 inch as measured on the tire
bead seat of the rim with the tire removed.
Wheel run-out, eccentricity and balance are closely
associated with steering and front wheel alignment.
Further information on these subjects will be found under
"Suspension".
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
Do not use wire brush or abrasive cleaners when
cleaning wheels. Use only cleaners that will not react
with aluminum.
SERVICE OPERATIONS
TIRES
Removal
Dismounting tubeless tires presents no problems if the
correct procedures are used and the following precau-
tions observed.
1.
Remove the valve cap and valve core. Let out all the
air.
2.
Press the inner side of the tire into the rim well.
Use bead loosening tool or if regular tire irons are
used, take particular care not to injure or tear the
sealing ribs on the bead.
CAUTION: Never use tire irons with sharp
edges or corners.
3.
Using tire irons on the opposite side, remove bead,
taking small "bites" around the rim.
4.
Turn the tire over, and use two tire irons, one be-
tween the rim flange and the bead to pry the rim
upward, the other iron to pry outward between the
bead seat and the bead.
Installation
Extreme care must be exercised to prevent injury to
the sealing bead and circumferential bead when forcing
tire over rim.
1.
Apply a light film of Ruglyde or other suitable rubber
lubricant to sealing bead of tire.
NOTE:
The use of excessive lubrication may
lead to rim slippage and subsequent breaking of
air seal.
2.
Carefully mount the outer bead in usual manner by
using tire irons, taking small "bites" around rim,
being careful not to injure the tire bead.
CAUTION: DO NOT use a hammer, as damage
to the bead will result.
3.
Install the inner bead in the same manner.
NOTE:
If a seal cannot be effected in the fore-
going manner with the rush of air it can be
, accomplished by applying to the circumference
of the tire a tire mounting band or heavy sash
cord and tightening with the use of a tire iron.
On tire mounting machines, bouncing the tire
assembly is not required. The tire should be
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CHASSIS SHEET METAL 11-15
FRONT FENDER TRIM
If fender spear molding is to be replaced without re-
moving fender from vehicle, proceed as follows:
1.
Perform Operations 2 and 5 only of Front Fender
Assembly—Removal.
2.
Pull rear* end of fender away from body far enough
to insert a short piece of 2 x 4 between lower rear
corner of fender and rocker panel extension.
3.
It should now be possible to gain access to first and
second retaining nuts forward of rear end of fender.
All other nuts can be reached from front wheel
opening.
SKIRT ASSEMBLY
Removal
1.
Remove hood and hinge assemblies as outlined in
this section.
2.
Remove grille and radiator support as outlined in
Section ia.
3.
Remove fender assembly as outlined in this section.
4.
Raise car from floor and place jack stands under
rocker panel extension.
5.
Remove suspension bumper support, shock absorber,
front spring and stabilizer link as outlined in Section
3.
6. If removing left skirt assembly, remove steering
gear mounting bolts, power steering hose clamp (if
so equipped) and outer (left) clutch cordon shaft
bracket (if so equipped).
7.
Remove tie rod ball stud from steering arm as out-
lined in Section 9.
8. Support engine and remove engine mount cushion as
outlined in Section 6.
9. Remove spring clip from brake line junction which
passes through skirt and remove junction from skirt
(see Section 5).
10.
Remove four bolts retaining front crossmember to
skirt.
11.
Remove four bolts retaining skirt assembly to dash
front brace. Remove 3 bolts retaining upper end of
skirt to dash (fig. 26); record shims removed.
12.
Remove skirt assembly with remaining suspension
parts attached as shown in Figure 27.
13.
Suspension parts may be detached as outlined in
Section 3.
Fig.
22 - Radiator Support Assembly
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CHASSIS SHEET METAL 11-18
b.
Check and adjust front wheel alignment as out-
lined in Section 3.
c. Check and adjust headlamp aiming as outlined in
Section 12.
HOOD ASSEMBLY
Hood may be removed either with or without hinges.
To shorten aligning time, hood hinge plates may be lo-
cated by scribing a mark on hood and/or body which
outlines entire plate. See Maintenance and Adjustments -
Hood Hinge for hood adjustment procedure. Hood hinge
springs may be easily and safely removed and installed.
through the use of Tool J-9559 as follows:
1.
With hood opened only far enough to allow passage of
mechanic's arm between hood and fender, insert ends
of J-9559 (through bolt removed) between coils of
spring until barrel of tool contacts outer diameter
of spring.
2.
Open hood fully while still holding spring (with tool
installed) in hand; when hood is near fully opened
position, spring may be removed as shown in Figure
28.
3.
As soon as spring is removed, insert long bolt sup-
plied with J-9559 through holes in end of tool, pass-
ing it through spring, and install nut on bolt.
Spring may be removed from J-9559 or J-9559 may be
installed in a new spring by the following method:
1.
Place a closed 6 or 8 inch "C" clamp in a vise or
fasten it to a heavy bench top (bench should be fas-
tened to floor).
2.
Hook one end of spring in clamp and the other end
in hook of a hoist as shown in Figure 29.
3.
Stretch the spring enough to allow insertion of
J-9559. Install through bolt if spring is not to be
installed on hinge at once.
HOOD CATCH AMD LOCK (Fig. 19)
Removal
1.
Remove catch assembly as follows:
a. Remove screws retaining catch assembly to radi-
ator support.
b.
Remove screws retaining catch assembly to catch
support assembly.
c* Remove screws retaining catch assembly to grille
upper bar.
2.
Before removing hood lock plate from hood, locate
position on hood by scribing around base of lock
plate. Remove screws retaining lock plate to hood
and remove lock plate from vehicle.
Installation
1.
Install both catch and lock assemblies in reverse
order of removal procedure.
2.
Align as outlined under Maintenance and Adjust-
ments - Hood Catch.
HOOD TRIM
Crown Molding
Hood crown molding is retained by clips installed on
underside of hood. Clips may be removed by carefully
pressing them off molding mounting studs with screw
driver.
When installing a new molding, force clips onto mount-
ing studs as far as possible and then clench clips with
long-nosed pliers to eliminate gap between molding and
hood, as shown in Figure 30.
Emblem
The hood emblem is retained by four nuts which are
accessible from under the hood.
COWL VENT GRILLE
The cowl vent grille replacement procedure for Chevy
U is the same as for Chevrolet and Chevelle. Refer to
Chevrolet and Chevelle Cowl Vent Grille replacement
procedure and see Figure 16.
FRONT END ASSEMBLY
The Chevy n front end body design allows for removal
of the entire front end of the vehicle without disassembly
of front suspension of sheet metal. One man may remove
and transport the front end assembly using only a floor
jack placed under the crossmember and the vehicle front
wheels. Figure 31 illustrates the assembly in process
of removal with jack stand in position under rocker panel.
Proceed with removal
as.
follows:
Removal
1.
Remove hood assembly as outlined in this section.
2.
Remove engine assembly as outlined in Section 6.
On 4 cylinder models, replace crossmember.
3.
Raise car from floor and install jack stands as
shown in Figure 31.
4.
Remove pitman arm from steering gear as outlined
in Section 9.
5.
Remove steering gear mounting bolts from skirt
assembly.
6. Remove 4 bolts securing each skirt assembly to
lower dash brace.
7.
Remove fender-to-rocker extension mounting screws
and record shimming.
8. Remove brake hydraulic line and fuel line from right
hand skirt.
9. Position floor jack or equivalent under front cross-
member.
10.
Remove hydraulic line from main cylinder.
11.
Remove fender-to-cowl mounting screws and record
shimming.
12.
Remove upper skirt-to-dash mounting screws and
record shimming.
13.
Remove front end from vehicle as shown in Figure
31.
Inspection
If car has been involved in a collision, it is advisable
to carefully inspect cowl and dash area for damage. Pay
particular attention to welds, cage nuts, weld nuts and
skirt mounting surfaces. Cage and weld nuts may be
repaired by outright replacement (the best method), or
by the installation of spiral thread inserts. If the spiral
inserts are used, follow the instructions furnished by the
manufacturer. -
Installation
%, position front end assembly at upper dash mounts
and lower dash support, align screw holes with drift
punch and install all mounting screws and bolts
loosely; do not tighten until all screws and bolts are
started. Replace original shimming.
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ELECTRICAL-BODY
AND
CHASSIS
12-36
CAMARO INSTRUMENTS AND GAUGES
INDEX
Page
General Description
12-36
Service Operations
12-36
Instrument Cluster
. . . 12-36
Instrument Lamps
12-36
Printed Circuit
12-36
Fuel Gauge
12-37
Tachometer
. . 12-37
Seat Separator Instrument Console
12-37
Page
Fuel Gauge
12-37
Ammeter
12-37
Temperature Gauge
12-37
Oil Pressure Gauge
. 12-37
Fuel Warning Unit
12-37
Clock.
... 12-37
Oil Pressure Indicator
12-37
Generator Indicator
12-38
Temperature Indicator
12-38
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The standard Camaro instrument cluster assembly con-
sists
of two
circular units which house
the
speedometer
and fuel gauge assemblies.
The oil
pressure, left-hand
directional
and
brake warning indicators
are
located
in
the face
of the
speedometer bezel while generator,
tem-
perature
and
right-hand directional indicators are grouped
with
the
fuel gauge unit.
The
high beam indicator
is
located between
the
cluster bezels.
A special instrumentation package
is
available with
the
eight-cylinder engine
and
center floor console combina-
tion.
The
special cluster includes:
a
clock; coolant
temperature,
oil
pressure, fuel
and
ammeter gauges,
mounted forward
on the
seat separator console;
a ta-
chometer
in the
right circular housing
of the
dash
in-
strument cluster; and
a low
fuel level indicator replacing
the
oil
pressure indicator lamp
in the
instrument cluster.
The instruments
and
gauges,
may be
serviced only
after
the
instrument cluster
is
removed from
the
vehicle.
Indicator
and
cluster lamps except
for the
high beam
indicator
may be
replaced without removing
the
cluster
assembly. Partial cluster removal
is
necessary when
replacing
the
high beam indicator due
to its
proximity
to
the upper brace
rod
anchor plate.
The
bulbs
are in-
stalled
in
plastic sockets which lock into
the
cluster
housing and make contact with
the
printed circuit.
A
low
level fuel warning system
is a
special feature
available with
the
floor console gauge pack. This
sys-
tem includes
an
indicator lamp
in the
dash cluster and
a
semi-conductor unit senses
the
change
in
electrical
re-
sistance
of the
fuel system circuitry
as
variations
in
fuel level occur.
The
sensing device
is
replaced
as a
unit
if
found defective.
The brake warning light serves
a
dual purpose.
It
functions
as an
indicator when
the
parking brake
is ap-
plied
and
also
if
there
is a
malfunction (loss
of
hydraulic
pressure)
in the
brake system. Switches which provide
the signal
to
operate
the
light
are
located
at the
parking
brake assembly
and at the
brake master cylinder
in the
hydraulic lines. Service
of the
brake pressure differ-
ential switch unit
is
covered
in
Section
5 of
this manual.
Regular maintenance
is not
required on
the
instrument
cluster
or its
components other than maintaining clean,
tight electrical connections, replacing defective parts
and keeping
the
speedometer properly lubricated.
SERVICE OPERATIONS
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (Figs.
50
thru
53)
Removal
and
Installation
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable.
2.
Remove mast jacket lower support screws
at toe
pan.
3.
Remove mast jacket upper support bolts
and
allow
steering wheel
to
rest
on
seat cushion.
CAUTION: Both supports must
be
detached
to
prevent distortion
of
mast jacket.
4.
Remove cluster attaching screws from face
of
panel
and partially remove assembly from console opening.
5. Reaching behind cluster assembly, disconnect speed-
ometer cable, speed warning device
(if so
equipped
-
Fig.
51) and
chassis harness connector
at
rear
of
panel.
6. Remove assembly from console opening to
a
suitable
bench area
for
required service operations.
7.
To
install, reverse removal procedure.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LAMP REPLACEMENT
1.
Turn bulb holder counterclockwise
and
pull
out to
remove from
the
cluster housing.
2.
Pull bulb straight out
to
remove from socket.
3.
Press replacement bulb inward
to
lock
in
socket.
4.
Insert lamp assembly into housing, with lugs
on
holder entering notches
in
housing,
and
turn clock-
wise
to
lock
in
place.
PRINTED CIRCUIT REPLACEMENT
1.
Remove instrument cluster
as
previously described
in this section.
2.
Remove
all
cluster illuminating and indicator lamps
from housing.
3.
Remove fuel gauge terminal nuts
or
tachometer
re-
taining nuts securing printed circuit
to
housing.
4.
Remove four
hex
head screws retaining printed
cir-
cuit
to the
cluster housing
and
remove circuit from
housing.
5.
To
install, reverse removal procedure.
CAUTION:
The
retaining screws
are
part
of
the grounding circuit
and
must
be
installed
to
provide proper connections
for the
printed
eir-
cuit.
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ELECTRICAL-BODY AND CHASSIS 12-41
HAZARD WARNING
SWITCHES
Fig.
55- Directional Signal Switches
erating six to eight lamps simultaneously depending ve-
hicle series and model.
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL SWITCH REPLACEMENT
All steering columns except tilt and telescoping.
Chevrolet, Chevelle, Chevy II and Camaro (Fig. 56)
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable.
2.
Disconnect signal switch wiring from chassis har-
ness at multiple connector under instrument panel.
3.
Remove steering wheel assembly as outlined in Sec-
tion 9, Steering.
4.
Remove shift lever roll pin and shift lever from
column (if applicable).
5. Push in hazard warning switch knob and unscrew
knob.
Remove switch lever arm.
6. On Chevy U and Camaro models equipped with auto-
matic transmission remove column mounted dial in-
dicator housing and lamp assembly (if applicable).
7. Remove mast jacket lower trim cover retaining
screws and remove trim cover(s).
8. On Chevrolet and Chevelle models equipped with
automatic transmission loosen set screw and remove
quadrant dial pointer (if applicable).
9. Remove retaining
"C"
ring from upper steering shaft
using snap ring remover Tool J-22569 (Refer to
Steering, Section 9). Slide thrust and wave washers
from steering shaft.
10.
Loosen three signal switch mounting screws until
assembly can be rotated counterclockwise.
NOTE:
Do not remove three screws from as-
sembly until unit is on the bench.
11.
Rotate switch assembly counterclockwise and pull
unit from top of mast jacket. Allow unit to hang
from end of column.
Fig.
56 - Standard Steering Column
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23.
Install
MCtT
ring over steering shaft using snap ring
installer J-22659 (refer to Section 9).
NOTE: Be sure retaining ring is completely
seated into groove.
24.
Install dial pointer on Chevrolet and Chevelle models
equipped with automatic transmission (if applicable).
25.
Install dial indicator and lamp assembly on Camaro
and Chevy n models equipped with automatic
transmission.
26.
Install mast jacket lower trim covers (if applicable).
27.
Install hazard warning knob and turn signal lever.
28.
Install shift lever.
29.
Install steering wheel.
30.
Install multiple connector to switch wiring using old
harness for wire color guide and connect to body
harness connector.
31.
Connect battery ground cable and check operation of
assembly.
Tilt Steering Column (Fig. 57)
Chevrolet, Chevelle and Camaro
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable.
2.
Disconnect directional switch wiring harness from
body harness at multiple connector under instrument
panel.
3.
Remove steering wheel assembly (refer to Steering,
Section 9).
4.
Remove preload spring and cancelling cam from end
of shaft.
5.
Remove shift lever pin and lever from steering col-
umn (except floor shift).
6. Remove directional le*ver screw and lever.
7.
Push in hazard warning knob and unscrew knob.
8. On Camaro models equipped with automatic trans-
mission, remove quadrant dial and lamp assembly
from column.
9. Remove mast jacket trim cover
(s).
10.
On Chevrolet and Chevelle models with automatic
transmission, loosen set screw and remove quadrant
dial pointer.
11.
Assemble slide hammer Tool J-6585-1 to turn signal
cover remover Tool J-21486. Place cover remover
over turn signal cover, tighten clamp, and pull cover
from end of column with slide hammer (Refer to
Steering, Section 9).
12.
Remove three switch mounting screws, noting short
length of top screw.
13.
Cut multiple connector from switch wiring and slide
switch from end of column.
14.
To install new switch, feed wiring through the bear-
ing housing, around support, and through shift bowl
and shroud.
15.
Feed through wiring protector. If clearance is not
sufficient loosen mast jacket bracket retaining bolts.
16.
Insert switch wiring terminals in multiple connector.
Use old connector
and
wiring for color guide.
17.
Position switch and install three mounting screws
with short screw in top position.
18.
Be sure hazard warning switch is pushed in, then
install turn signal cover using special Tool J-21853.
On automatic columns align key in cover with keyway
in bearing housing.
19.
Install turn signal lever, hazard warning knob and
tilt lever.
20.
Install shift lever and roll pin (where applicable).
21.
Install dial pointer on Chevrolet and Chevelle. On
Camaro install dial indicator and lamp assembly.
22.
Install trim covers and retaining screws.
23.
Install cancelling cam and preload spring.
24.
Install steering wheel (Refer to Section 9).
25.
Connect switch wiring to body harness under instru-
ment panel.
26.
Connect battery ground cable and check operation of
unit.
Standard and Telescoping Steering Column
Corvette (Fig. 58)
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable.
2.
Disconnect signal switch harness wiring from chas-
sis wiring harness at multiple connector under in-
strument panel.
3.
Remove steering wheel assembly as outlined in
Steering, Section 9.
4.
Remove preload spring and cancelling cam.
5.
Remove directional signal lever screw and lever.
6. Push in hazard warning knob, unscrew and remove
knob.
7.
Remove lower trim cover retaining screws and
cover.
8. Remove retaining ring, thrust and wave washers
from upper end of shaft.
9. Cut wiring above connector.
10.
Remove three switch mounting screws, slide switch,
cover and upper bearing housing from column, pull-
ing wire through protector and escutcheon.
11.
To install replacement switch, assemble upper bear-
ing housing and turn signal switch into switch cover,
then feed wiring through escutcheon and protector
until switch can be positioned on mast jacket.
12.
With switch positioned on mast jacket, install three
switch mounting screws.
13.
Install thrust and wave washers and snap lock ring
in place.
14.
Install turn signal lever and hazard warning knob.
15.
Install cancelling cam and upper bearing preload
spring on steering shaft.
16.
Install steering wheel assembly.
NOTE:
Be sure directional signal switch is in
neutral position before installing wheel.
17.
Install connector on directional signal wiring har-
ness and connect to body harness connector.
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SPECIFICATIONS
HEATING
AND AIR
CONDITIONING
SECTION
1A
Compressor
Make Frigidaire
Type
. 6
Cylinder Axial
Displacement
Four-Season
12.6
Cu.
In.
Universal
and
Ail-Weather
.... .10.8 Cu. In.
Rotation Clockwise
Compressor Suction
and
Discharge
Connector Bolt Torque
.......
25 ft lbs.
Compressor Clutch Coil
Ohms
(at
80°F.).
4.18-4.38
Amps
(at
80°F.)
2.86 @ 12
Volts
Torques
Rear Head
to
SheU Stud
Nut 23 lb. ft
Shaft Mounting
Nut 15 lb. ft
Belt Tension.
See
Tune-Up Chart
System Capacities
Refrigerant
R-12
Four-Season
and
Comfortron
Systems.
............
3 lbs., 12 oz.
Universal Systems
Chevrolet, Chevelle,
and
Camaro.
... 3 lbs.
Chevy
n 2 lbs. 8 oz.
All-Weather System
2 lbs. 8 oz.
Compressor
Oil 525
Viscosity
All Systems
11 oz.
Fuses
Comfortron Systems
.
Four-Season Systems
.
Universal Systems
. .
All-Weather System.
.
Fuse
Block
25
amp.
25
amp.
25
amp.
25
amp.
In
Line
30
amp.
30
amp.
20
amp.
20
amp.
SECTION
3
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS (Vehicle
dt
Curb Weight)
Caster*
Camber*
Steering Axis
Inclination
tToe-In (Total)
Wheel Bearing
Adjustment
Preload
End Movement
Chevrolet
Pos.
3/4° ± 1/2°
Pos.
1/4° ± 1/2°
7-1/2° ± 1/2°
@l/8"
to 1/4"
12 ft lbs.
zero
.001"
to .008"
Chevelle •
(SS and El Camino)
Neg. 1/2° ± 1/2°
(All others)
Neg. 1° ± 1/2°
Pos.
1/2° ± 1/2°
8-1/4° ± 1/2°
1/8" to 1/4"
12 ft lbs.
zero
.001"
to .008"
Chevy n
Pos.
1° ± 1/2°
Pos.
1/2° ± 1/2°
7° ± 1/2°
1/4" to 3/8"
12 ft lbs.
zero
.000"
to .004"
Corvette
Pos.
1° ± 1/2°
Pos.
3/4° ± 1/2°
7° ± 1/2°
3/16" to 5/16"
12 ft lbs.
zero
.001"
to .008"
Camaro
Pos.
1/2° £ 1/2°
Pos.
1/4° ±1/2°
8 3/4° ± 1/2°
1/8" to 1/4"
12 ft lbs.
zero
.001"
to .008"
•Must not vary more than 1/2° from side to side.
@Toe-In (Total) should be 5/16" to 7/16" after rebuild using new bushings and ball joints.
tAdjust Toe-in with steering gear on straight ahead location after camber and caster have been set Any change
in caster and camber settings will affect toe; always recheck and set toe to specifications.
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SPECIFICATIONS
2
RIDING HEIGHT MEASUREMENT*
Chevrolet
All Biscayne
and Bel Air 2 and 4
Doors,
All Impala
and
Caprice
4
Doors
and
All Station Wagons
. . . .
All Impala
and
Caprice
2
Doors
. . . . .
5-1/8"
± 1/2"
5-3/8"
± 1/2"
Chevelle
All Sedans
SS Coupe
and
Convertible
El Camino
and
Station W*
1-3/811
± 1/2"
1-1/8"
± 1/2"
..
2" ± 1/2"
Chevy
u
All
4 and 6
Cylinder Standard
2 and 4
Doors,
All Station Wagons,
and 6
Cylinder Nova
4
Door
All
8
Cylinder Standard
2 and 4
Doors,
All
Nova
2
Doors
and 8
Cylinder Nova
4
Door
. . .
3-3/4'
3-1/4'
±
1/2'
±
1/2'
Corvette
With
327 or 427
Engine
. . . .
327 Engine with
A/C or 427
Engine with
A/C,
P.S.,.and
P.B
Convertible with
327
Engine, Hardtop,
A/C, P.S., P.B., and
Powerglide
427 Engine with Optional Suspension
.
2-1/2"
.
2"
1-1/2"
1-1/2"
±
1/2"
±1/2"
±
1/2"
±
1/2"
Camaro
With
230
Engine
..... . . .
With
250
Engine
.... ...
With
283 - 327 and
350 Engine
2-3/4"
2-7/8"
2-5/8"
± 1/2"
± 1/2"
± 1/2"
•Must be within 1/2" from side to side
BOLT TORQUES
TORQUES
Spherical Joint
Upper Stud
Nut
Lower Stud
Nut
Stud
to
Control
Arm Nuts (Service)
Lower Forging
Nut
Steering
Arm
Attaching Nuts
Shock Absorber
Upper Shaft
Nut
Lower Attachment
Bracket
to
Spring Tower
Stabilizer
Bar
Frame Bracket Bolts
Link Nuts
Strut
Rod
Rod
to Arm Nut
Adjustment
Nut
Front Spring
Spring Seat
to
Control
Arm Nuts
Lower Control
Arm
Inner Pivot Nuts
Upper Control Arm
Attaching Nuts
Collar Bolts
Brake Anchor Pin
Drum Brakes
Brake Anchor Bolt
Disk Brakes
Lower Control Arm
Cross Shaft Bolts
Front
Rear .
Wheel Stud Nuts
Chevrolet
50 ft. lbs.
80 ft lbs.
25 ft. lbs.
40 ft. lbs.
50 ft. lbs.
8 ft. lbs.
15 ft. lbs.
—
15 ft lbs.
8 ft. lbs.
70 ft lbs.
80 ft lbs.
115 ft lbs.
75 ft lbs.
45 ft lbs.
130 ft lbs.
—
65 ft lbs.
Chevelle
50 ft lbs.
80 ft lbs.
25 ft. lbs.
—
85 ft lbs.
8 ft lbs.
20 ft lbs.
—
15 ft lbs.
8 ft lbs.
—
80 ft lbs.
50 ft. lbs.
45 ft. lbs.
130 ft lbs.
—
65 ft lbs.
Chevy H
45 ft lbs.
45 ft lbs.
25 ft lbs.
—
65 ft. lbs.
8 ft lbs.
9 ft lbs.
9 ft. lbs.
9 ft. lbs.
10 ft. lbs.
45 ft lbs.
80 ft lbs.
30 ft lbs.
65 ft lbs.
50 ft. lbs.
50 ft lbs.
130 ft lbs.
_
—
65 ft lbs.
Corvette
45 ft lbs.
20 ft lbs.
20 ft lbs.
—
20 ft lbs.
10 ft lbs.
—
10 ft lbs.
10 ft. lbs.
—
95 ft lbs.
35 ft lbs.
40 ft lbs.
75 ft lbs..
70 ft lbs.
135 ft lbs.
75 ft lbs.
Camaro
50 ft lbs.
65 ft lbs.
25 ft lbs.
—
85 ft lbs.
8 ft lbs.
20 ft lbs.
.
—
15 ft. lbs.
8 ft._lbs.
_
85 ft lbs.
50 ft lbs.
45 ft lbs.
130 ft lbs.
_
—
65 ft lbs.
CHEVROLET CHASSIS SERVICE MANUAL