1971 CHEVROLET CAMARO service interval

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glove box door
as illustrated.
The schedule lists the various safety checks to be
performed at regularly scheduled intervals,
as well
as some of the other important vehicle maintenance
requirements. You are urged to check
off each item
on the schedule after the operation has been per­
formed. Following are further details on the safety
check items:
Checks To Be Made At Oil Change Intervals
(4 months or 6,000 miles, whichever comes
first)
• Brake Lines and Hoses -Check for proper at­
tachments, leaks, cracks, chafing, deterioration,
etc. Any questionable parts noted should be re­
placed or repaired immediately.
• Fluid Levels-Check level of fluid in brake master
cylinder, power steering pump, radiator, engine,
axle and transmission. Any significant
loss could
mean that a malfunction
is developing in the sys­
tem and corrective action should be taken imme­
diately.
On cars with disc brakes, a low fluid level
in the front brake master cylinder reservoir could
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also be an indicator that disc brake pads need
replacing.
• Front and Rear Suspension and Steering Sys­
tem-Check for damaged or missing parts, or parts
showing visible signs of excessive wear or lack of
lubrication. Questionable parts should be replaced
by a qualified mechanic without delay.
• Exhaust System -Check complete exhaust sys­
tem and nearby body areas and trunk lid for
broken, damaged, missing or mispositioned parts,
open seams, holes, loose connections
or other de­
terioration which could permit exhaust fumes to
seep into the trunk or passenger compartment. Any
defects should be corrected immediately. To help
insure continued integrity, exhaust system pipes
rearward of the
muffler must be replaced whenever
a new
muffler is installed.
• Tires and Wheels -Check tires for excessive
wear, nails, cuts or other damage. Make certain
wheels are not bent
~nd wheel nuts are tight. Un­
even or abnormal tire wear may indicate the need
for alignment service. Check tire inflation pressure
at least monthly, or more often
if daily visual
inspection indicates the need.

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LIQUID/VAPOR SEPARATOR
OPERATION: All General Motors passenger cars
and light trucks are equipped with an Evaporation
Control
System. This system is designed to minimize
the escape of fuel vapors to the atmosphere. Included
in the system are a special fuel tank, liquid-vapor
separator, carbon canister, canister purge hoses, and
carburetor modifications. Fuel vapors which would
otherwise escape to the atmosphere are directed into
the carbon canister. The carbon adsorbs the vapors
and stores them. The vapor
is removed from the
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canister during periods of engine operation as mani­
fold vacuum draws the vapors into the engine and
burns them.
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condition., you may d.t.ct • ga.olln. odor during or att.r dr/,,· Ing In h •• "y tr.mc. It 'Iou find thl. obJ.ctlonabl., you may pr.t.r to u ••• low.r "o/atlllty tu.'.
MAINTENANCE: For proper system perform­
ance, periodic canister tllter servicing II re­
quired. Every
12 months or 12,000 miles, which­
ever comes first (more often under dusty con­
ditions) the filter
In the base of the can liter
should be replaced and the canister Inspected.
NOTE: Should It .".r b. n.c •••• ry to r.pl.c. the tu.' tank cap, u •• only the .peclfl.d c.p.
NOTE: For your convenience, all of the recom­
mended services for air pollution control systems
previously discussed are summarized
by time and
mileage intervals in the Maintenance Schedule of
this manual.

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The time or mileage intervals on
the following pages are intended
as
a guide for establishing regular
maintenance and lubrication
periods for your car. Sustained
Fuel
Requirements
Your Camaro is designed to
operate efficiently on fuel of
ap­
proximately 91 Research Octane
Number or higher, commonly sold
in the United
States and Canada.
Use of a fuel which is too low in
anti-knock quality will result in
"spark knock" and/or "after-run."
Since
the anti-knock quality of all
gasoline
is not the same and factors
such
as altitude, terrain, and air
temperature affect operating
effi-
heavy duty or high speed operations
or operation under adverse condi­
tions may necessitate more frequent
servicing. To determine specific
recommendations for conditions
ciency, knocking
and/or after-run
may result even though you are
using the fuel recommended.
If
these conditions persist consult
your authorized Chevrolet Dealer.
In any case, continuous or
ex­
cessive knocking may result in en­
gine damage and constitutes mis­
use of the engine for which Chev­
rolet Division is not responsible
under the terms of the New Vehicle
Warranty.
NOTE: Read page 42 regarding
the importance
of using unleaded
or
low lead gasolines.
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under which you use your car, con­
sult your Authorized Chevrolet
Dealer.
Gas Cap-The fuel tank filler cap
has a new two-step removal and
installation procedure plus a
pres­
sure-vacuum safety relief valve. It
is equipped with a double set of
locking tangs.
To remove:
• Rotate cap one-half turn coun­
terclockwise to clear the first set
of tangs from the slots inside the
filler neck. This will allow any
residual pressure to escape.
• Pull the cap outward and rotate
one-quarter turn counterclock­
wise to clear second set of tangs
and remove the cap.
• To install, reverse this procedure.

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placement, only· a cap with these
same features should be used. Fail­
ure to use the correct cap can re­
sult in a serious malfunction of the
system. Correct replacement caps
may
be obtained from your Au­
thorized Chevrolet Dealer.
Engine Oil
Recommendations
Use only engine oil which meets
oil quality standard GM 6041-M.
High quality oils which are in­
tended for service
MS and pass car
makers' tests are
of this quality.
The oil change interval (see para­
graph entitled
"Engine Oil Change
Interval") and the new vehicle
warranty are based on the use of
oils that meet these requirements.
NOTE: Non-detergent and other
low quality oils are specifically not
recommended. The use of proper
engine oils and oil change intervals are
your best assurance of contin­
ued reliability and performance
from your Camaro engine.
Checking Oil Level
The engine oil should be main­
tained at proper level. The best
time to check it
is before operating
the engine or as
the last step in a
fuel stop. This will allow the oil ac­
cumulation in the engine to drain
back in the crankcase .
To check
the evel, remove the oil gauge rod
(dip stick), wipe it clean and rein­
sert it firmly for an accurate read­
ing. The oil gauge rod
is marked
"FULL" and "ADD." The oil level
should be maintained in the safety
margin, neither going above the
"FULL" line nor below the "ADD"
line. Reseat the gauge firmly after
taking the reading.
NOTE: The oil gauge rod is also
marked
"Use GM 6041-M Quality
MS Oil" as a reminder to use only
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high quality oils as prescribed
under "Engine Oil Recommenda­
tions."
Supplemental Engine Oil
Additives
The regular use of supplemental
additives
is specifically not recom­
mended and will increase operat­
ing costs. However, in cases of spe­
cific problems which may arise
under certain conditions, additive
supplements are available that can
effectively and economically solve
these problems without causing
other difficulties.
For example, if
higher detergency
is required to re­
duce varnish and sludge deposits
resulting from some unusual opera­
tional difficulty, a thoroughly tested
and approved concentrate -
"En­
gine Oil Supplement"-is available
at your Chevrolet dealer.
It is sug­
gested that, in the event of
an oper­
ational problem, you consult your
dealer for advice.

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Change oil each 4 months. If
more than 6,000 miles are driven
in a 4-month period, change oil
each
6,000 miles.
In certain types of service in­
cluding:
• operation under dusty condi­
tions,
• trailer pulling,
• extensive idling, or
• short trip operation at freezing
temperatures (engine not
thor­
oughly warmed up),
the oil change interval should not
exceed 2 months, or
3,000 miles,
whichever occurs
first. Operation
in dust storms may require an im­
mediate change of oil. See your
Chevrolet dealer for advice on the
frequency of oil and filter changes under
unusual driving conditions.
The above recommendations
apply to the first change
as well as
subsequent oil changes. The oil
change interval for your Camaro
engine
is based on the use of oils
that
meet. the requirements indi­
cated in the section on "Engine Oil
Recommendations." Oil change in­
tervals longer than those listed
above will result in serious
reduc­
tion in engine life and may affect
Chevrolet's obligation under the
provisions of the
New Vehicle War­
ranty.
A high quality
MS oil meeting
General Motors Standard GM
6041-M was installed in your en­
gine at the factory. It is not neces­
sary to change this factory-installed
oil prior to the recommended
nor­
mal change period. However, the
oil level should
be checked more
frequently during the break-in pe­
riod since somewhat higher oil con-
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sumption is normal until the piston
rings become seated.
Manifold Heat
Control Valve
Every 6,000 miles or 4 months,
check heat control valve for free­
dom of operation.
If shaft is stick­
ing free it up with GM Manifold
Heat Control Solvent or its equiva­
lent.
Engine
Oil Filter
Replacement
The engine oil filter should be
replaced at the first oil change and
every second oil change thereafter.
This recommendation
is based on
the use of engine oils that meet the
requirements indicated in the
sec­
tion on "Engine Oil Recommenda­
tions," and the use of a quality oil
filter. AC
Oil Filters provide maxi­
mum engine protection.

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This section contains a complete summary of the scheduled maintenance recommended for your vehicle.
Intarval
Every 6,000 mile. or 4 month., which· ever occur. flrat
Service To Be Performed
• Change engine oil (normal passenger car serv­
ice"). Not to exceed 6,000 miles.
•
Lubricate front suspension and steering link­age.
• Check brake lines and hoses.
• Check all lubricant and fluid levels (power
steering pump, brake master cylinder, trans­mission, rear axle, radiator, battery).
• Check Power Steering lines and hoses.
• Hood latch lubrication.
• Check manifold
heat control valve.
•
Lubricate transmission floor shift linkage.
• Check
throttle and parking brake linkage and
body parts.
• Check emission control items at first oil
change (adjust engine idle speed, dwell, igni­tion timing) .
• Check exhaust system for proper mounting , leaks, and missing or damaged parts.
Interval
At first oil change
At first
oil change and
every second
oil change
thereafter
Every
6,000
mlle&
Service To Be Performed
• Check air conditioning system hose connec­tions, refrigerant charge and for refrigerant
leaks.
• Tire and wheel condition inspection.
• Inspect accessory drive belts.
•
Lubricate parking brake pulley, cables and linkage.
Inspect crankcase ventilation filter (located in
air cleaner) and replace if necessary.
• Set idle speed , ignition timing, and dwell to
specifications.
• Change engine oil filter."
•
Rotate ti res • Lubricate parking brake pulley, cables and
linkage .
·Servlce more often during severe operating conditions as outlined under Service and Maintenance.
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First 12,000 miles Every 12
months
or 12,000 miles
Every
24,000 miles
Service To Be Performed
• Rotate distributor cam lubricator. See 24,000 mile recommendation.
• Insp .ect air cleaner element, if satisfactory
rotate 1800 from original position and reinstall. See 24,000 mile recommendation.
• Inspect brake linings and check system for
leaks
• Inspect parking brake and throttle linkage. • Engine tune-up.
Replace carburetor 'Inlet fuel filter element. • Check emission control items. • Inspect AIR drive belt.
Evaporation Control System-Replace filter in
base of canister and inspect canister. • Check headlamp aiming.
• Repack front wheel bearings.
• Replace distributor cam lubricator. • Drain automatic transmission sump and add
fresh fluid (normal passenger car service).' Adjust Powerglide low band at first fluid
change.
• Replace crankcase ventilation filter (located
within air cleaner).
• Replace Turbo Hydra-Matic sump filter.
Interval Service To Be Performed
Every 2 years • Drain radiator coolant, flush and refill system.
Every
24 months· Replace PCV Valve. Inspect all hoses and or 24,(100 miles fittings.
Every
36,000 • Check steering gear for seal leakage (actual
miles solid grease-not just oily film).
• Lubricate clutch cross shaft (sooner if neces­sary), remove plug and install lube fittIng.
During Winter
• Check operation of air conditioning system.
months
Periodically • Check battery liquid leve/.
• Inspect seat belts, buckles, retractors and
anchors.
• Check all lights for proper operation.
As Required
• Check wheel alignment and balancing.
'Service more often during severe operating conditions as outlined under Service and Maintenance.
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