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PASSENGER CAR 1967 I GROUP INDEX

SERVICE MANUAL
I
Introduction and
General Specifications
I
Lubrication and
0 Maintenance
MODELS I

1 Accessories
DART CORONET
DART
DART 270
CORONET
CORONET DELUXE
2 Front Suspension
I
DART GT CORONET 440
CORONET 500 3 Rear Axle
CHARGER I
Service
5 Brakes-Parking
FOREWORD I

This Service Manual provides the service technician 6 Clutch


with complete information for servicing 1967 Dodge
automobiles . 7 Cooling
The information is grouped according to the type of
work being performed, such as Diagnosis, Testing, 8 Electrical
Adjustments and Service Procedures. Special Tools I

and Specifications are also included in this manual. 9 Engine


All information, illustrations and product descriptions
contained in this manual are correct at publication 11 Exhaust System
time. We do, however, reserve the right to make I
changes at any time without prior notice or obligation. 14 Fuel System

Propeller Shaft and


Robert H. Kline 16 Universal Joints
Manager-Service
DODGE DIVISION 17 Springs and Shock Absorbers
I
Extra copies of this Manual are available at $5.00 19 Steering Gear-power
Manual
each, plus any local taxes, under Part Number 81-
27-7250. Order from the Dodge Division, P.O. Box Standard
1259, Detroit, Michigan. 48231 21 Transmission-Automatic

22 Wheels, Bearings and Tires

I 23
I

C i CHRYSLER
DODGE DIVISION Body and Frame
MOTORS CORPORATION I

24 Air-conditioning

SERVICE DEPARTMENT
DETROIT, MICHIGAN 48231

Litho in U. S. A. 20MSD & f 8-66 81-270-7250


CIUTHEIITIC
RESTORCITIOII"
P R O D U C T
2 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION 0

LICENSE DATA
The following method of numbering vehicles and
their engines will be used on the 1967 models.
The starting vehicle number will be as follows:
Dart Models
Dart Series LL41A72-5oooO1
Coronet Models
Coronet Series WE21B71-100001 VEHICLE NO.
Charger
Charger XP29F72-looo01 0000000000000
VEHICLE NUMBER LOCATION VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATE
Located on Left Door “A” Post
The vehicle number (serial number) is located on a NP635
plate which is attached to the left front door hinge
pillar post. (Fig. 1) Fig. I-Vohkk Number Location

VEHICLE NUMBERS INCLUDES SOME SPECIAL AND


STANDARD EQUIPMENT TO AGREE
All vehicle numbers contain 13 digits. The vehicle WITH CAR ORDERED
number is a code which tells the make of car (1st
digit), model of car (2nd digit), body style (3rd and
4th digit), engine displacement (5th digit), model
year (6th digit), assembly plant (7th digit) and vehicle
serial number (last six digits).
1st Digit 2nd Digit 3rd & 4th Digit
Car Make Model Body Style
L-Dart E-Economy 21-2 Door Sedan
L-Low 23-2 Door Hardtop
W-Coronet H-H igh 27-Converti ble \ TRIM’ PAI~T
P-Premium 29-C harger INCLUDES DATE AND BOD;
MONTH OF YEAR AND CODE
CODE
X-Charger K-Police 4 1 - 4 Door Sedan ORDER NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER
T-Tax i 4 3 4 Door Sedan NK1175
4 5 - 6 Pass. Sta. Wgn.
46-9 Pass. Sta. Wgn. Fig. 2-Body Number Locatiom

5th Digit 6th Digit 7th Digit


Engine Ident. Year
Displacement 1967 Assembly Plant
A-170 Cu. In. G-383 Cu. In. Std. 1-Lynch Road
8-225 Cu. In. H-383 Cu. In. H.P. 2-Hamtrarnck
C-Spec. (6cyl.) J - 4 2 6 Cu. In. HemiLLos Angeles
D-273 Cu. In. S t d . K d d 0 Cu. In. Std. 7-St. Louis POST
E-273 Cu. In. H . P . L A 0 Cu. In. H.P.
F A 1 8 Cu. In. Std. M-Spec. (8 cyl.)
BODY NUMBER LOCATION: The body number is
stamped on a plate which is attached to the left front
wheel house and will show trim code, paint code,
body type and schedule date. (Fig. 2)
TIRE PRESSURE: A decal showing the recommended
tire pressure is located on the body pillar at the rear
of the left front door opening. (“B”Post) (Fig. 3).

All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on information available at the
time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. The service tools
referred to in this Manual are available through the Kelsey-Hayes Company, Miller Special Tools 17640
Grand River Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48227, U.S.A.unless otherwise specified.
0 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION 3

DODGE DART 2 DOOR SEDAN

/-

DODGE DART 4 DOOR SEDAN

DODGE DART 270 2 DOOR HARDTOP NP409


4 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION 0

DODGE DART 270 4 DOOR SE

-
DODGE CORONET-FRONT VIEW
~

W DODGE CORONET-REAR VIEW


NP410
0 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION 5

DODGE CORONET 2 DOOR HARD TOP

DODGE CORONET 440 STATION WAGON

DODGE CHARGER - FRONTVIEW

DODGE CHARGER - REAR VIEW


NP 558
0 GROUP 0

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE


CONTENTS
Page Page
ALTERNATOR ......................... 10 HOOD LOCK, RELEASE MECHANISM
BATTERY ............................. 10 AND SAFETY CATCH ................ 24
BODY MAINTENANCE .................. 25 HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM .......... 9

4m
BRAKES .............................. 8 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
CARBURETOR AIR CLEANER ........... 17 SERVICES ..........................
CARBURETOR CHOKE SHAFT .......... 18 MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVE ..... 16
CERTIFIED CAR CARE ................. 1 MATERIALS ADDED TO ENGINE OILS.. .. 12
CHASSIS LUBRICATION ............... 6 PARKING BRAKE MECHANISM ......... 9
CLASSIFICATION OF LUBRICANTS ...... 1 PARTS REQUIRING NO LUBRICATION .. 30
CLUTCH LINKAGE ..................... 9 PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL
COOLING SYSTEM ..................... 10 JOINTS ............................. 19
CRANKCASE VENTILATION SYSTEM .... 13 REAR AXLE ........................... 7
DISTRIBUTORS ....................... 11 SPEEDOMETER CABLE ................ 24
ENGINE OIL-SELECTION OF .......... 11 STEERING GEAR ...................... 20
ENGINE OIL FILTERS .................. 13 SUMMARY OF LUBRICATION AND
ENGINE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION . . 16 MAINTENANCE SERVICES ........... 1
FREQUENCY OF OIL CHANGES ......... 12 THROTTLE LINKAGES ................. 28
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS ............. 23 TIRES ................................ 23
FUEL FILTERS ........................ 18 TRANSMISSION (Automatic) ............ 22
HEADLIGHTS ......................... 11 TRANSMISSION (Manual) .............. 21
HOISTING ............................ 6 WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES .......... 11
CERTIFIED CAR CARE towing service, operation higher than normal loading
or police or taxicab operation, require servicing at
Certified Car Care is a thorough servicing program more frequent intervals. This information is included
that helps make sure the cars you sell receive the in each group under appropriate headings.
regular attention you know they need. Information pertaining to Lubrication requirements
Certified Car Care helps build business for you in is shown on charts (Figs. 1 and 2) and on page 4.
the best way known-through customer satisfaction.
Inform your customers that the best approach to
troublefree driving is Certified Car Care. CLASSIFICATION OF LUBRICANTS
This is a practical plan to help you build up sales Oils, lubricants and greases are classified and
and service volume, by providing regular service cus- graded according to standards recommended by the
tomer visits. Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the American
Petroleum Institute (API) and the National Lubricat-
SUMMARY OF LUBRICATION AND ing Grease Institute (NLGI).
MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Maintenance and lubrication service recommenda- Engine Oil
tions for the 1967 Chrysler Corporation-built Dodge The SAE grade number indicates the viscosity of
cars have been compiled to provide maximum protec- engine oils, for example, SAE 30, which is a single
tion for the car owner’s investment against all reason- grade oil. Engine oils are also identified by a dual
able types of driving conditions. number, for example, SAE 1OW-30,which indicates a
Since these conditions vary with the individual car multigrade oil.
owner’s driving habits, the area in which the car is The API designation indicates the classification of
operated and the type of service to which the car is engine oils for use under certain operating conditions.
subjected, it is necessary to prescribe lubrication and Only engine oils designated “For Service MS” should
maintanance service on a time frequency as well as be used. These oils contain sufficient chemical addi-
mileage interval basis. tives to provide maximum engine protection. Both the
Vehicles operated under conditions not classified as SAE grade and the API designation must be found on
normal service for passenger cars, such as in trailer the container.
0-2 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0

LUBRICATION A N D MAINTENANCE CHART


Engine Coolant-Check level and/or anti- ORMAL SERVICE EO Oil Filler Breather Cap#-Every 6 months,
freeze every 2 months. clean ond reoil with SAE 30 engine oil.
Bowery-Check level every 2 months.
EO Engine 011-Drain and refill every 3 months
PSF Power Steering Pump-Check level every or 4,000 miles, whichever occurs first. See
6 months. Restore to specified level. Viscosity Chart below:
Fuel Filter-Replace every 2 years or 24,000 Multigrades
miles, whichever occurs first.
SAE 1OW-30 Where temperatures are consistently
or above f32OF.
engine oil level. SAE 2OW-40
Carburetor Air Cleaner-Paper element type
-Clean element every 6 months and replace SAE 1OW-30 Suitable for year long operation in many
every 2 years. Oil Bath Type-Check sediment parts of the US.; may be used where
level every second oil change. Clean and reoil temperatures occasionally drop as low as
with SAE 1OW-30 engine oil once a year. - 1O°F.
cc Carburetor Choke Shaft-Every 6 months SAE 5W-20 Recommended where minimum tempera-
apply solvent to ends of shaft and fast idle tures are consistently below f 10°F.
cam and pivot pin. Single Grades
S Manifold Heat Control Valve-Every engine SAE 3 0 Where temperatures are consistently
oil change, apply solvent to ends of shaft. above f32OF.
MP Manual Steering Gear-Check level every SAE 1OW Where temmratures ranoe between
or 6 months. Add lubricant, i f necessary, to cover +32'F. and'-1O0F.
SOL worm gear. Distributor Cam and Rubbing Block-
AMO(2) Column-Mounted Manual Transmission When servicing contacts, apply thin film of
or Gearshift Controls-If noisy or shifting effort lubricant to cam and block surfaces.
MML i s objectionable, lubricate contact surfaces. Distributor Rotor Felt Wick-When servicing
HTF Broke Master Cylinder-Check level every contacts, apply 2 or 3 drops of light engine oil
6 months. Restore to specified level. to wick under rotor.
AMO Brake Pedal Linkage Bushings-Every Distributor O i l Cup-Apply 5 to 10 drops
or 24,000 miles or at time of major brake light engine oil to cup every 6 months.
MML service, remove bushings and relubricate. Engine Oil Filter-Replace every second oil
MML Front Suspension Ball Joints- change.
MML Steering Linkage Ball Joints-Inspect seals Automatic Tronsmission- Check level
and joints every 6 months, or whenever car i s every 6 months. Restore to specifled level.
serviced for any other reason. Replace Crankcose Ventilation System#-Inspect
damaged parts. Relubricate every 3 years or system and service every 6 months.
36,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Engine Tune-Up-Evaluate engine perform-
AMG (2) ance every 12 months or 12,000 miles, which-
or wear and relubricate every 3 years or 36,OO ever occurs first, ond tune, if necessary.
MML miles, whichever occurs flrst. Front Brake Assemblies and Wheel Bear-
AMG(2)
ings-Inspect broke linings for wear and
or wheel bearings for lubricant every 12 months
MML i s excessive or linkage is noisy, lubricate or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
contact surfaces. II Universal Joints-Every 6 months inspect
AA Manual Transmission-Check level every / seals. Relubricate only if leakage i s noted.
or 6 months. Restore to specified level.
MP
EO Floor-Mounted Manual Transmission Con-
trols-If necessary, use light engine oil.
' Reor Axle/Sure-Grip- Check fluid level
Body Mechonisms-See Body Maintenance every 6 months. Restore to specifled level.
Section.
#See Crankcase Ventilation System Servicing.

TIRE PRESSURES CAPACITIES


us. Irnporlol
Meaaure Meaaure
Shown on decal on body pillar, left side.
See "Tires", Group 22 for additional information. Crankcase
All models. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 qts. 3 % qts.
Add 1 quart (% Imperial quart) when filter i s replaced.
Cooling System
KEY TO LUBRICANTS Par, No.* Dart (170 Cu. In. Engine). . . . . . . . . . . . 12 qts.* IO qts.*
AA Automatic Transmission Position for lift adapter Oort (225 Cu. In. Engine). . . . . . . . . . . 13 qts.* 10% qts. *
Fluid, AQ-ATF, Suffix "A" 1043314 A Prepacked bearing Coronet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 3 qts.* IO% qts. *
AMG Automotive Multi-Purpose
(2) Grease, NLGl Grade 2 0 Cooling system drain, Rear Axle
Dart, Coronet (except Sure-Grip). , ., . . 2 pts. 1 % pts.

DART AND
AMG Automotive Multi-Purpose Coronet (Sure-Grip). . . . . . . . . .4 pts. 3% ptr.
(2-EP) Grease NLGl Grade 2, EP
Transmission
CC Corburetor Clwner 1643273
TorqueFlite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 pts. 13% pts.
DCL Cam Lubricant 1473595
Manual 3-Speed.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6% pts. 5 % PIS.
EO Engine Oil
HL Hypoid Lubricant 2585317 Fuel Tank
HTF High Temperature Brake Fluid
MML Multi-Mileage Lubricant
2421352
2525035 6 -Cyl. Models Dart.. . . . .
Coronet, . .
..................
................
18 gals.
I9 gals.
I5 gals.
15% gals.
MP Multi-Purpose G w r lubricant NP358 :'Add one (1) quart (% Imperial quart) to omounts i f cor i s equipped with:
PSF Power Steering Fluid 2004329 (a) Maximum Cooling.
S Manifold Heat Control Valve Solvent 2525054 Fig. 1--Lubrication Chart (b) Air Conditioning.
SOL Sure-Grip Lubricant 258531 0 (Dart and Coronet)
*See Alternate Speciflcotions In Individual Paragraphs. 6-Cylinder Models)
0 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0-3
LUBRICATION A N D M A I N T E N A N C E CHART
PSP Power Steering Pump-Check level every Engine Coolant-Check level and/or anti-
6 months. Restore to specified level. freeze every 2 months.
Battery-Check level every 2 months. Engine Oil Dipstick-When refueling, check
engine oil level.
EO O i l Filler Breather Cap#-Every 6 months, Fuel Filter-Replace every 2 years or 24,000
clean and reoil with SAE 30 engine oil. miles, whichever occurs first.
EO Engine Oil##-Drain ond refill every 3 Carburetor A i r Cleaner- Paper Element
months or 4,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Type-Clean element every 6 months, replace
See Viscosity Chart below: every 2 years. Oil Bath Type-Check sedi-
Multigrades ment level every second oil change. Clean,
SAE 1OW-30 Where temperatures are consistently reoil with SAE 1 OW-30 engine oil once a year.
or above f32'F. cc Carburetor Choke Shaft-Every 6 months
SAE 2OW-40 apply solvent to ends of shaft and fast idle
SAE 1OW-30 Suitable for year long operation in many cam and pivot pin.
ports of the US.; may be used where
temperatures occasionally drop as .low S Manifold Heat Control Valve-Every engine
oil change, apply solvent to ends of shaft.
as -10°F.
SAE 5W-20 Recommended where minimum tempero- Crankcase V e n t i l a t i o n System ( W i t h
tures are belaw f 1O'F. Silenced Air Cleaner)#-Inspect system and

\'
Single Grades service every 6 months.
Crankcase V e n t i l a t i o n System ( W i t h
SAE 3 0 Where temperatures are consistently
Unsilenced Air Cleaner)#-Inspect system

\\\
above f32OF.
ond service every oil change.
SAE 1OW Where temperatures r a n g e below
Engine Oil Filter-Replace every second oil
f32"F. and -10°F.
chonge.
AA Automatic Transmission - Check level
every 6 months. Restore to specified level.
DCL Distributor Cam and Rubbing Block-
When servicing contacts, apply thin film of
lubricant to cam and block surfaces.
EO Distributor Rotor Felt Wick-When servicing
contacts, apply 2 or 3 drops of light engine oil
to wick under rotor.
EO Distributor Oil Cup-Apply 5 to 10 drops
light engine oil to cup every 6 months.
Engine Tune-Up-Evaluate engine perform-
ance every 12 months or 12,000 miles which-
ever occurs first, and tune, i f necessary.
AMG Front Brake Assemblies and Wheel Bear-
(2) or ings-Inspect brake linings for wear and
MML wheel beorings for lubricant every 12 months
or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
A A or Manual Transmission-Check level every
MP 6 months. Restore to specifled level.
AMG(2) Clutch Bearing Sleeve, Fork and Fork AMG Universal Joints-Every 6 months inspect
or Pivot-If effort required to depress pedal (2-EP) seals, Relubricate only i f leakage i s noted.
MML i s excessive or linkage i s noisy, lubricate or On models equipped with 440 Cu. In. Engine,
contact surfaces. MML replace joint.
EO Floor-Mounted Manual Transmlssion Con-
HL Rear Axle/Sure-Grip- Check fluid level
trols-If necessary, use light engine oil.
or every 6 months. Restore to specified level.
MP/SGL
CAPACITIES Body Mechanisms-See Body Maintenance Section.
#See Crankcase Ventilation System Servicing
Crankcase Procedures.
(Except 426 Hemi Engine), . . . . . . 4 qts.
(426 Hemi Engine). . 5 qts. ##For 426 Hemi Engine, see Lubrication Group.

I
..
Add 1 quart (% Imp. quart) when filter i s replaced.
Cooling System TIRE PRESSURES
Dart Coronet (273 Cu.In. Engine). . . 19 qts.* 1 5 % qts."
Coronet (31 R Cu. in. Enginel. . . . . :8 qts.* 15 qu.; Shown on decal on body pillar, left side.
Coronet (3 18 Cu. In. Engine-Police). 19 qts.+ 15% qts. See "Tires", Group 22 for additional information.
*
Coronet (383,440 Cu. In. Engines). . 1 7 qts. 14% qts. *
Coronet (426 Hemi, 4 4 0 Cu. In.
Power Pak Engines). . / *
. . . . 18 qts. 15 qfs. * KEY TO LUBRICANTS Part No.*
Rear Axle AA Aukmatic Transmission
Dart (273 Cu.In. 2-BBL.,7%'Axle). 2 pts. 1 % PIS.
Dart (273 Cu.In. 4-BBL.. 8%" Axle). 4 pts. 3 % PIS. Fluid, A?-ATF, Suffix "A" 1843314
Coronet (except with 426 Hemi or AMG Automotive Multi-Purpose
4 4 0 Cu. In. Power Pak Engine). . 4 pts. 3 % PIS.
Coronet (with 426 Hemi or 4 4 0 Cu. (2) Grease, NLGl Grade 2
In. Power Pak Engine, 9 % " or
Position for lift adapter AMG Automotive Multi-Purpose
9%" Axle). . .
Transmission
.. 5% pts. 4 % . PIS.
A Prepacked bearing (2-EP) Grease NLGl Grade 2, EP
CC Carburetor Cleaner 1643273
TorqueFlite-Dart,
Cu. In. Engine)
Coronet (273
16 pts. 1 3 % pfs.
Cooling system drain
DCL Cam Lubricant 1473595

DART AND
Coronet (31 8, 383, 440 Cu. In.,
426 Hemi Engmes) 18fi ptr. 15% PIS. EO Engine Oil
Monval 3 Speed-Dart. Coronet 6% PIS. 5% PIS. HL Hypoid Lubricant 2585317
Manual 4-Speed-Dart, Coronet
HTF High Temperature Brake Fluid 2421352

CORONET
(273 Cu. In. Engines) 8 PIS. 6% pts.
Coronet (31 8, 383, 440 Cv. In., 426 MML Multi-Mileage Lubricant 2525035
8% pts. 7 pts.
-- -
Hemi Engnner) MP Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant
Fu-I TnnL
PSF Power Steering Fluid 2084329
&Cy!. Models
Dart 18 gals. 15 gals.
Coronet 19 gals. 15% ga1s.I NP359 S Manifold Heat Control Valve Solvent 2525054
*Add one ( I ) qyort (% Imp. quart) lo amounts ifcar is equipped with
SOL Sure-Grip Lubricant 2585318
(a) Marimum Cooling.
(bl Air Conditioning. Fig. 2-lubrication Chalt 'See Alternate Speciflcetions In Individual
kl 383 or 440 Cu. In. Enaines and Police Packaae. :Dart and Coronet V-8 Models Paraaraoht.
0-4 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES


SERVICE
SERVlCE
INTERVAL

Every 6 Months

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"Replace linings if necessary


0 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 6-5
LIFTING P A D M U S T EXTEND
B E Y O N D THE SIDES O F
THE SUPPORTING

-t 49”-
I I

P A D POSITION W I T H I N THESE
LIMITS SATISFACTORY

FOUR PADS

ALL M O D E L S 111”

4 F R O N T WHEELS 4 REAR WHEELS


NNl9lA

Fig. 3 4 u p p o r t Locations for Frame Contact Hoisting (Dart Models)

P A D POSITION W I T H I N
THESE LIMITS
SATISFACTORY

ALL MODELS 116.5”


F R O N T WHEELS REAR WHEELS NNl92A

Fig. 4-Support Locations for Frame Contact Hoisting (Coroner Models)


Gear Lubricants of Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricants, defmed by MILL
The SAE grade number also indicates the viscosity 2105B. An example is SAE 75, which is a light viscos-
0-6 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 3

ity lubricant.

Lubricants-Greases
Semi-solid grease lubricants, such as specified for
propeller shaft universal joints, bear the NLGI desig-
nation. They are further classified as grades “0”or
“2.”

HOlSTl NG
Post Type
Special care should be taken when raising the ve-
hicle on a frame contact type hoist. The hoist must be
equipped with the proper adapters in order that the
vehicle will be supported in the correct locations
(Figs. 3 and 4).
Conventional hydraulic hoists may be used after Fig. &Upper and Lower Ball Joint Lubrication
determining that the adapter plates will make firm (Dart Models)
contact with the lower control arms and the rear axle
housing. EXCEEDS THE SPECIFICATIONS SHOWN IN THE
APPROPRIATE SERVICE MANUAL.
Floor Jack When lubricating control arm ball joints, use only
A regular floor jack may be used under the rear the special long-life chassis greases intended for this
axle housing, or under the front suspension lower purpose. Multi-Mileage Lubricant, Part Number
control arms, however, a floor jack must never be 2525035, is a lubricant of this type recommended
used on any parts of the underbody. for all Chrysler Corporation-built vehicles. Remove
CAUTION: Do not attempt to raise one entire side of threaded plug from each ball joint and temporarily
the vehicle by placing a jack midway between the install lubrication fittings. Inject lubricant until it
front and rear wheels. This practice may result in flows freely from seal bleed areas at base of seal.
permanent damage to the body. Stop when seal begins to balloon. Remove fittings
and reinstall threaded plugs.
Bumper Jack CAUTION: If high pressure lubrication equipment
The bumpers are designed to accept a bumper jack is used, stop filling when lubricant begins to flow
in an emergency, if it becomes necessary to change a freely from bleed area at base or at top of seal, or if
tire on the road. Notches are provided in the bumpers seal begins to balloon.
for the purpose of raising the vehicle with the
Steering Linkage Ball Joints
bumper jack. The four tie rod end ball joints and the steering
CHASSIS LUBRICATION
Front Suspension Bafl Joints
The front suspension ball joints (Figs. 5 and 6) are
semi-permanently lubricated with special lubricant at
the factory. Relubrication is required every 3 years or
36,000miles, whichever occurs first.
The ball joints, however, should be inspected every
six months, or whenever vehicle is serviced for other
reasons, for damage to the seals which can result in
loss or contamination of lubricant. Clean accumulated
dirt and lubricant from outside surface of seals to
permit thorough inspection. Replace damaged seals
or joints immediately to prevent contamination of
lubricant or damage to parts. Lubricate ball joints, if
necessary.
SOME MODELS ARE DESIGNED TO OPERATE
WITH BALL JOINT FREE PLAY. REPLACEMENT Fig. 6-Upper and Lower Ball Joint Lubrication
SHOULD BE MADE ONLY WHEN FREE PLAY (Coronet Models)
0 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0-7

REAR AXLE
Standard and Sure-Grip
The lubricant installed in the rear axle at time of
assembly is a high quality product and regularly
scheduled changes of the lubricant are not recom-
mended in vehicles where operation is classified as
normal passenger car service.
The only exceptions, however, would be where
Fig. 7-Steering Linkuge Lubrication the lubricant has become contaminated with water,
(bur) Models) or in the case of the standard rear axle, to provide
the correct viscosity grade for the anticipated tem-
gear arm ball joint (Figs. 7 and 8) are semi-perma- perature range, as indicated by the accompanying
nently lubricated with a special lubricant at the table.
factory. Relubrication of tie rod ball joints is required The factory fill lubricant is satisfactory to -30°F.
every 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs ambients.
first. Anticipated Temperature Viscosity Grade
The ball joints, however, should be inspected every Range
six months, or whenever vehicle is serviced for Above -10" F. SAE 90
other reasons, for damage to seals which can result As low as -30" F. SAE 80
in loss of lubricant. Clean accumulated dirt and lubri- Below -30" F. SAE 75
cant from outside surfaces of seals to permit thor-
If necessary to change lubricant, remove old
ough inspection.
lubricant from axles of all models, except those
Replace damaged seals or joints immediately to equipped with 426 Hemi and 440 cubic inch Power
prevent contamination of the lubricant or failure of Pak engines, with a suction pump (Figs. 9 and 10).
parts. Lubricate ball joints, if necessary. On axles in models with 426 Hemi and 440 cubic
When lubricating steering linkage ball joints, use inch Power Pak engines, remove drain plug from
only the special long-life chassis greases intended for bottom of the axle housing (Fig. 11).
this purpose. Multi-Mileage Lubricant Part Number Fluid capacities are shown in Specifications.
2525035 is a lubricant of this type recommended Every six months, however, check the fluid level
for all Chrysler Corporation-built vehicles. Remove in the axle through the filler plug hole. When check-
threaded plug from each ball joint and temporarily ing the level, be sure the vehicle is in a level posi-
install lubrication fittings. Inject lubricant until it tion, on an axle or drive-on type hoist, and the fluid
flows freely from seal bleed area at top or base of level is as indicated in the accompanying chart.
seal. Stop when seal begins to balloon. Remove fittings On Dart models with the 6-cylinder engine and the
and reinstall threaded plugs. 273 cubic inch engine with 2-barrel carburetor, the
CAUTION: High pressure lubrication equipment filler plug is located in the rear axle housing cover
may be used if care is taken to use an extremely (Fig. 9). The filler plug is also located in the axle
slow rate to allow time to observe lubricant bleed housing cover on Coronet models with 426 Hemi and
from top or base of real. 440 cubic inch Power Pak engines (Fig. 11).
In Dart models with the 273 cubic inch 4-barrel

NN186A 'L' ND 78

Fig. 8-Steering Linkuge Lubrication Fig. 9-Removing Rear Axle Lubricunt (Duff
(Coronet Models) Models with 7-1/4 Inch Axle)
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i
"1:
Fig. 10-Removing Rear Axle Lubricant (Dart NP157
and Coronet Models with 8-314 Inch Axle)
Fig. 1 1-Drain and Filler Plug Locations (Coronet
carburetor engine and Coronet models with 6-cylinder, Models with 9-114 and 9-314 Inch Axles)
318, 383, and standard 440 cubic inch engines, the lubricant immediately to avoid early axle failure.
filler plug is located in the right side of the differential
carrier (Fig. 10). BRAKES
If the lubricant is below specified level, replenish
in the standard axle with the correct viscosity grade The brakes on all models equipped with drum
of Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant, as defined by brakes, except for some police cars and high-perform-
MIGL2105B. Such a lubricant is available under ance models, are equipped with a self-adjusting mech-
Part Number 2585317, Hypoid Gear Lubricant. anism which makes it unnecessary to perform major
In Sure-Grip axles, use only the special multi- brake adjustments.
purpose gear lubricant intended for use in limited-slip Inspect brake linings for wear every 12 months or
differentials. Such a lubricant is available under Part 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Replace linings,
Number 2585318, Special Sure-Grip Lubricant. if necessary. At this time, lubricate contact areas of
brake shoe supports, on models with drum brakes,
Trailer Towing Service with a very thin film of high-temperature, silicone
For vehicles equipped for trailer towing service, the type lubricating compound. Such a lubricant is avail-
axle fluid level should be checked every 3 months or able under Part Number 1881923, Sil-Glyde.
4,000 miles, whichever occurs first. The lubricant To perform this service, first remove the brake
should be drained and axle refilled with the specified shoes. Next, clean the contact surfaces on the shoes
lubricant, every 36,000 miles or 3 years, whichever and supports by sanding lightly with fine sandpaper.
occurs first. Then, carefully apply the Sil-Glyde.
If the axle is submerged in water, such as on a boat On models equipped with disc brakes, inspect the
launching ramp where water can enter the axle vent, discs, calipers and linings every 12 months or 12,000
and contamination is suspected or evident, replace the miles, whichever occurs first, as outlined under
Vehicle Supported on Axle or Drive-On Type Hoist
Model Axle Size Level Location
All Dart Models exc:ept those equipped 7-1/4 Inch Bottom of fill1er plug
with manual transnnissions and Power hole to 518 in ch below.
Paks or optional 8-:3/4 Inch axle
All Dart Models wil:h Power 8314 Inch Between bottcim of filler
Paks and manual tiransmission plug hole to 112 inch below.
All 6-Cylinder Coroilet Models without Sure- 7-114 Inch Bottom of fillcer plug hole
Grip (except Statio1n Wagons and taxis) to 518 inch bi41ow.
All GCylinder Coroinet Station 8-314 Inch Between bottcm of filler
Wagons and taxis plug hole to 1/2inch below.
All Coronet Models with 8-314, 9-114 Between bottom of filler plug
V-8 engines or 9-314 Inch hole to 1/2 inch below.
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d NK607

Fig. 12-Brake Master Cylinder Fig. 13-Hand-Operated Parking Brake


Lubrication (Dart Models)
“Brakes”, Group 5.
lever (Fig. 14).
HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM Pivot points indicated should be lubricated oc-
casionally to maintain ease of operation. Apply a film
Every six months, check fluid level in both reser- of smooth, white body hardware lubricant conform-
voirs of master cylinder by removing screw, clamp ing to NLGI grade 1. Lubriplate, Part Number
and cover, or bail and cover, depending upon method 1064768, is a type of lubricant recommended for
of securing cover (Fig. 12). Level should be within this purpose.
one-quarter inch of top of reservoir. When the hand lever can be pulled ot more than
CAUTION: Before removing master cylinder cover, four inches, or the foot pedal depressed more than
wipe it clean to prevent dirt and other foreign mat- four and one half inches, the brake cable should be
ter from dropping into reservoir. adjusted. For adjusting procedure, refer to “Parking
If fluid is below prescribed level, replenish with Brakes,” Group 5.
Heavy Duty Hydraulic Brake Fluid, conforming to
SAE 70R3, for best brake performance and greater
safety. Such a fluid is available under Part Number
2421352,Hi-Temp Brake Fluid.

Brake Hoses
Inspect brake hoses for cracking, abrasions, cuts or
tears in outer covering. Examine all connections for
fluid leakage and correct, or replace, where necessary.

Pedal Pivot Bushings


The plastic bushings at the upper end of the brake
pedal should be serviced every 24 months or 24,000
miles, whichever occurs fmt, or at time of major
brake service. The bushings, located on the brake
pedal pivot on all models and on the lower linkage
pivots on Coronet models equipped with power NN563
brakes, should be removed, thoroughly cleaned and
relubricated with an automotive multi-purpose grease Fig. 14-Foot-Operated Parking Brake
such as Multi-Mileage Lubricant, Part Number Lubrication (Coronet Models)
2525035.
CLUTCH LINKAGE (Manual Transmission)
PARKING BRAKE MECHANISM
Clutch Torque Shaft Bearings
Dart Models use a hand-operated parking brake Inspect clutch torque shaft bearings (Fig. 15) for
lever (Fig. 13). Coronet Models use a foot-operated wear and relubricate every 3 years or 36,000 miles,
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remove the single drain plug in right side of engine
and open drain cock in lower radiator tank. Discard
old solutions.
All models are equipped with 180 degree thermo-
stats and only permanent type anti-freeze should be
used. Alcohol base anti-freeze products should not be
used because of their low boiling points.
Refill cooling system with water and a suitable high
quality, permanent type anti-freeze, in sufficient
quantity to provide full protection for the lowest
anticipated temperature, but never less than 40 per-
cent of the cooling system capacity to ensure ade-
64 x 1728
quate protection against corrosion. If it becomes
necessary to add coolant during the cold weather
Fig. 15-Clurch Torque Shaft Bearings and season, be sure the system contains sufficient anti-
linkage lubrication (Typical) freeze to provide protection at least to -20 degrees
whichever occurs first. To perform this service, refer F. A suitable high quality permanent type anti-freeze
to “Clutch,” Group 6. After removing torque shaft is available under Part Number 1316209.
assembly, disassemble and thoroughly clean all parts If the vehicle is equipped with air conditioning,
in a suitable solvent and inspect for wear. Damaged the cooling system must contain anti-freeze all year
bearings and/or ball studs should be replaced. round. This is necessary because in ’ the reheat-cycle
When reassembling shaft, coat inside surfaces at system used on all vehicles, except Dart models,
ends of shaft, inside and outside surfaces of bearings cold, refrigerated air passes through the heater core.
and ball studs (Fig. 15) with Multi-Mileage Lubricant, Anti-freeze is, therefore, necessary to prevent cool-
Part Number 2525035, or Automotive Multi-Purpose ant in the heater core from freezing in hot weather
Grease, NLGI grade 2. when the air conditioner is being operated on maxi-
mum cooling. For complete information refer to
Clutch Release Bearing Sleeve, “Air Conditioning”, Group 24.
Release Fork and Fork Pivot When vehicle is operated in areas where protection
Whenever effort required to depress clutch pedal from freezing is not required, and vehicle is not
becomes excessive, or when servicing clutch torque equipped with Air Conditioning, refill cooling system
shaft bearings, lubricate sleeve, fork and pivot (Fig. with clean water and add a high quality corrosion
15). To gain access to these areas, remove clutch inhibitor, such as Chrysler Rust Resistor, Part Num-
inspection plate at bottom of clutch housing, the fork ber 2421778. This need not be done until the first
seal and the fork. yearly service.
CAUTION: Care must be taken to avoid getting lubri-
cant on clutch disc and/or pressure plate. ALTERNATOR
Fill cavity in sleeve and apply a thin f
ilm of Auto-
motive Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI grade 2, or The alternator is provided with prelubricated bear-
Multi-Mileage Lubricant, Part Number 2525035, to ings, which require no periodic lubrication.
clutch release fork pads on sleeve, contact areas of “he outside of the alternator should be wiped clean
fork fingers, pivot contact area of fork and fork and ventilating holes inspected for an accumulation of
pivot (Fig. 15). dirt which would obstruct the flow of air. Refer to
“Electrical,” Group 8, for alternator servicing.
COOLING SYSTEM
BATTERY
Inspect coolant level every two months and refill as
necessary. Every two months, or more often in hot weather
Drain, flush and refill cooling system once a year, and on long trips, check fluid level of cells.
preferably in the Fall. If the system contains a con- Restore level to 3/8 inch above plates, using only
siderable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a water of a known low mineral content. Do not over-
reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thor- fill.
ough rinsing to remove all deposits. Check specific gravity, using a reliable hydrometer,
Drain V-8 engine cooling systems by removing every 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs
drain plugs in sides of cylinder block and open drain first, or more often if there is excessive use of water.
cock in lower radiator tank. On 6-cylinder engines, Clean battery posts and cable terminals and tighten
0 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0-11
height and/or deflection of rear springs due to heavy
loading, will change the headlight beam pattern and
may cause unsafe nighttime driving conditions.
To assure correct adjustment of headlight aiming,
it is recommended that the headlights be checked
and, if necessary, re-aimed properly every six months.
If a vehicle is to be loaded abnormally, such as for
a vacation trip, or with a salesman’s products, the
headlight aiming should be checked and adjusted to
serve the new conditions. Refer to “Electrical Sys-
tem,” Group 8, for adjusting procedures.

WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES


Long exposure to heat and road splash tend to
harden rubber wiper blades, thus destroying their
Fig. I6-Distributor Lubrication (6-Cyl. Engines) efficiency. When blades smear or in general do not
satisfactorily clean the windshield, they should be
terminals. Coat connections with light mineral grease replaced.
or petrolatum. To replace, depress release on top of blade bridge
Refer to “Electrical,” Group 8, for complete serv- and slide out rubber blade. Slide new rubber blade
icing. refill into bridge and lock it in place. Refer to Parts
List for correct rubber blade refill.

ENGINE OIL-SELECTION OF
For best performance, and to provide for maximum
protection of all engines for all types of operation,
only those lubricants should be selected which:
(a) Conform to the requirements of the API classi-
fication “FOR SERVICE MS.”
(b) Have the proper SAE grade number for the ex-
pected temperature range.
Oils used in our engines, labeled for “Service
MS”, should equal or exceed the Engine Oil Perform-
ance Rating Sequence Tests for varnish, sludge and
rusting, when tested according to the methods estab-
lished by the car manufacturer.
Fig. 17-Distributor Lubrication fV-8 Engines) All Season Supreme and Supreme Motor Oils, avail-
DISTRIBUTORS able through the Parts Division, meet these re-
quirements.
Apply 5 to 10 drops of light engine oil into distribu-
tor oil cup (Fig. 16 or 17) every six months. Oil Viscosity Recommendations (All engines
Whenever breaker points are serviced, lubricate except 426 Hemi)
cam surfaces. Wipe old lubricant from cam and rub-
bing block (Fig. 16 or 17) and apply a thin film of Cam Multigrades
Lubricant, Part Number 1473595, or equivalent. At SAE 20W-40 Where temperatures are consistently
this time, apply 2 or 3 drops of light engine oil to or above +32”F.
felt wick under rotor. SAE 1OW-30
CAUTION: Avoid over-oiling and applying an excot
SAE 1OW-30 Suitable for year long operation in
rive amount of cam lubricant to prevent lubricants many parts of the US.; may be used
from spreading to breaker contacts. where temperatures occasionally drop
as low as -10°F.
HEADLIGHTS SAE 5W-20 Recommended where minimum tem-
peratures are consistently below
Changes in suspension, such as front suspension +
10”F.
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Single Grades MATERIALS ADDED TO ENGINE OILS


SAE 30 Where temperatures are consistently
above +32”F. It is not necessary to add any other products to
engine oils for most types of driving when MS quality
SA€ 1W Where temperatures range between oils are used.
I-32”F. and -10°F. In some instances, such as infrequent operation or
short trips only, and during break-in after a major
011 Viscosity Recommendations(426 Hemi overhaul, addition of special materials containing
Engines) anti-rust and anti-scuff additives is beneficial. A prod-
Multigrades uct suitable for this purpose is available under Part
SAE 20W-40 Where temperatures are consistently Number 1879406, Engine Oil Supplement.
above +32OF.
SAE 1OW-30 Where temperatures are consistently
FREQUENCY OF OIL CHANGES
below +32OF.
The engine oil should be changed every three (3)
Single Grades months, or 4,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
SAE 30 Where temperatures are consistently
or above +32”F. During Breakoh
SAE 40 Cars should be driven moderately during the first
300 miles. Speeds up to 50 to 60 mph are desirable.
IMPORTANT: If the vehicle is to be used in compe- While cruising, brief full-throttle accelerations con-
tition or other forms of high performance service, tribute to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle accel-
use only the oil viscosity grades listed for Summer erations in low gear can be detrimental and should
usage, regardless of ambient temperature. For this be avoided for at least 500 miles.
type of service, a more frequent oil change is also The oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
necessary to limit the effects of oil deterioration. high-quality lubricant, classified “For Service MS,”
Low viscosity oils make engine starting easier in and should be retained until the first regularly
cold weather. Modern SAE 5W-20 grade oils have scheduled three-month or 4,000 mile oil change,
been subjected to extensive engineering evaluation whichever occurs first. If it becomes necessary to add
and may be safely used as recommended. As stated in oil during this initial period, an oil with the “For
the accompanying chart (Fig. 18), when minimum Service MS” classification and of the proper viscosity
+
temperatures may be consistently below 10°F. dur- grade should be used. Nondetergent or straight
ing some winter months, oils of the SAE 5W-20 vis- mineral oils must never be used.
cosity may be used. If your region is in the shaded Oil level should be checked during each stop for
area, SAE 5W-20 oil should be used during the winter gasoline. Oil should be added only when level on oil
months only in engines specified. level indicator is at or below “ADD OIL” mark.
Lubricants which do not have both an SAE grade Frequently, a new engine will consume some oil
number and an MS Service classification on the con- during its first few thousand miles of operation. This
tainer should not be used. should be considered as a normal part of the break-in
and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.

Severe Operating Conditions


Severe operating conditions, such as frequent driv-
ing on dusty roads, or in sandy geographic areas, or
unusually short trip driving in cold weather may
reasonably require oil changes more frequently than
every three months. Under these conditions, consult
and follow the advice of any Chrysler Motors Corpora-
tion Authorized Dealer’s Service Manager.

Taxi and Police Operation


Severe service such as taxi and city police driving,
NK575 which is principally short trip operation, including
Fig. 18-Shaded Area Covers Region Where
frequent and prolonged idling, requires oil changes
Minimum Temperatures May Be Consistently more often on a regular schedule. For this service, it
Below +
IOOF. During Some Winter Months is recommended that engine oil be changed every two
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NN359
Fig. 20-Removing Engine Oil Filter (383,440
Cu. In. and 426 Hemi Engines)

found on Dart and most Coronet models. A brief de-


scription follows to provide easy identification so
Fig. 19-Engine Oil Filter (6-Cyl. Engines)
that proper service procedures may be followed.
months, not to exceed 2,000 miles. Replace filter The Standard Ventilation System (Fig. 21) consists
every second oil change. of a ventilator valve mounted on the right hand
cylinder head cover, a carburetor with drilled pas-
ENGINE OIL FILTERS sages in the throttle body, a hose connecting the
valve to the throttle body passage fitting and the oil
All engines are equipped with full-flow, throwaway filler pipe breather cap.
oil filters (Figs. 19 and 20) to provide efficient filter- The Closed Ventilation System (Fig. 22) is installed
ing of engine oil for maximum engine protection. on all vehicles, except those equipped with 426 Hemi
The filter should be replaced every second oil engines, built for sale in the State of California and
change. Since filters vary widely in quality, it is rec- as extra equipment in all other states.
ommended that a Chrysler Corporation Engine Oil This is similar to the Standard System except that
Filter, or equivalent, be used for replacement to as- it contains a closed oil filler breather cap (Fig. 23)
sure most efficient service. and a hose connecting the filler cap to the carburetor
air cleaner housing. In addition, the carburetor air
CRANKCASE VENTILATION SYSTEM cleaner filter element on all engines, except high per-
formance engines equipped with unsilenced air clean-
Two types of crankcase ventilation systems will be ers, is provided with a plastic mesh outer wrapper
CONNECTING HOSE INTAKE MANIFOLD

CONNECTING HOSE
CAP

FLOW CONTROL VALVE

THIS W A S ~ E RIS COLOR


CODED TO IDENTIFY
VENT VALVE ASSEMBLY

INTAKE MANIFOLD
V-8 ENGINES
SIX-CYLINDER ENGINES NPl24

Fig. 2 I -Standard Crankcase Ventilation System


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BREATHER CAP HOSE

CONNECTING HOSE

INTAKE MANIFOLD

w
LOW CONTROL VALVE

‘THIS WASHER IS COLOR


CODED TO IDENTIFY
VENT VALVE ASSEMBLY
V-8 ENGINES
J
SIX-CYLINDER ENGINES
NP125

Fig. 2 2 4 1 0 s d Ventilation Svstem Kallfomia hrw


(Fig. 24).
Cleaner Air Package
The crankcase ventilation system utilizing the
Cleaner Air Package (Fig. 25) is basically the Closed
Crankcase Ventilation System (Fig. 22) combined with
a system of exhaust emission control through igni-
tion timing and carburetion. This is provided through
the use of a modified carburetor, an altered distribu-
tor and a special vacuum control valve.
Servicing Procedures
Periodic servicing of the crankcase ventilation sys-
tem is required to maintain good engine performance
and prevent malfunction of the system because of
combustion products deposited in the valve, hoses and Fig. 2 U a r b u r e t o r Air Cleaner Elem.nt
carburetor passages. and Wrapper
Standard System outlined. Replace valve every year.
Every six months clean and service the system as In cases of severe service, such as experienced in
police, taxicab or other operation involving short trips
with prolonged idling, it is recommended that the sys-
tem be checked for operation with every oil change
and serviced as required.
RED DISTRIBUTOR
- **Vlba

NK577

Fig. PS--closed rype Breather Cap Fig. 2 5 - C l w n e r Air Package flypicall


-LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0-15
With engine idling, remove ventilator valve as-
sembly from right hand cylinder head cover (Fig. 21).
If valve is working freely, a hissing noise will be
heard as air passes through the valve, and a strong
vacuum should be felt when a finger is placed over
the valve inlet.
If valve is working properly, reinstall ventilator
valve assembly and remove oil filler pipe breather
cap. With engine idling, loosely hold a piece of stif€
paper or a parts tag over oil filler pipe. After allow-
ing about a minute for crankcase pressure to reduce,
the paper should be drawn against filler pipe with a
noticeable force. If this occurs, a final check should
be made to be certain valve shuttle is free.
Shut off engine, remove valve and shake it vigor-
ously. A clicking noise should be heard if valve shut-
tle is free. If noise is heard, valve is satisfactory and no
further service is necessary. Fig. 27-Oil Filler Breather Cap (V-8 Engines)
If valve does not click when shaken, or paper is not CAUTION: Under no circumstances should metal k
drawn against filler pipe with a noticeable force, re removed. Use a smaller drill, if necessary. Blow pas-
place valve and recheck system. Do not attempt to sages clean. It is not necessary to disassemble the
clean the valve. Replace it with a new valve. carburetor for this service.
On 170 cubic inch engines use Ventilator Valve Closed Ventilation System
identified by a white end washer. For all other en- Service the system with the wrapper air cleaner
gines use valves that have a black end washer. every six months, as outlined for Standard System.
Remove ventilator valve hose (Fig. 21) from valve Replace valve every year. Service air cleaner filter
and carburetor. Inspect it for deposits and clean, if element every six months, as outlined on page 16,
necessary. and replace filter element and wrapper every two
Remove breather cap (Fig. 26 or 27) and wash it years.
thoroughly in kerosene or other suitable solvent to On vehicles equipped with unsilenced air cleaners,
remove all old oil and dirt. Reoil filter element with the system should be serviced at every oil change,
SAE 30 engine oil. as outlined for the Standard System. Replace the
ventilator valve every year. Service the air cleaner
filter element at every oil change, as outlined under
Carburetor Air Cleaner-Without Wrapper, and re-
place once a year.
In addition, inspect breather cap hose for deposits
and clean, if necessary. Thoroughly wash closed type
breather cap (Fig. 23) in kerosene or other suitable
solvent and drain. Lubricate filter element in cap
with SAE 30 engine oil through vent hole. If vehicle
is used extensively for short trips with frequent
idling, these services will be required more fre-
quent ly.
Cleaner Air Package
Service the crankcase ventilation system on vehicles
equipped with this package, as outlined under Closed
Fig. 26-Oil Filler Breather Cap f6-Cyl. Engines) Ventilation System, on this page.
In addition apply Carburetor Cleaner, Part Number
Service air cleaner filter element every six months, 1643273, or equivalent, to ends of choke shaft where
as outlined on page 16, and replace every two years. it rotates in air horn. Rotate shaft to work solvent
Use a Chrysler Corporation filter element, or equiva- into bearings until it moves freely. Also, apply same
lent, for replacement. type of cleaner to fast idle cam and pivot pin to
Remove carburetor. Hand turn a 1/4 inch drill remove dirt, oil and any other deposits that may have
through the passages to dislodge solid particles. collected and cause sticking or erratic motion.
0-16 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0

Check operation of exhaust manifold heat control miles, whichever occurs first, and tuned, if necessary.
valve for proper operation. Apply Manifold Heat Con- Services performed during this evaluation should in-
trol Valve Solvent, Part Number 2525054, or equiv- clude the following.
alent, to ends of valve shaft to dissolve deposits. Sol- 1-Spark Plugs-Remove and inspect each spark
vent should be applied only when manifold is COOL. plug. Most plugs can be cleaned, adjusted, and rein-
The carburetor, distributor and vacuum control stalled. Rough idle, hard starting, frequent engine
valve are serviced as outlined in Fuel System, Group miss at high speeds, or apparent physical deteriora-
14 and Ignition System, Group 8, respectively. tion, are indications that the spark plugs should be
replaced.
Taxi and Police Operation 2-Dirtributor-Inspect the distributor cap and
For this type of service, the crankcase ventilation rotor. Check breaker contacts for abnormal pitting,
system should be serviced at every oil change. A sug- bluing, or misalignment, and adjust, if serviceable,
gested practice for taxi and police operations is to or replace. Lubricate cam and wick, (see page 11).
maintain spare valves, installing a clean valve at every See “Electrical,” Group 8, for ignition timing proce-
oil change. Valves so removed can be cleaned by soak- dures and settings.
ing overnight in carburetor cleaner, followed by dry- 3-Carburetor-Remove and clean air filter. Check
ing with compressed air. operation of manifold heat control valve shaft, choke
valve shaft and choke diaphragm; use solvents rec-
Carburetor Air Cleaner-With Wrapper ommended. Clean crankcase ventilation system, (see
Remove air cleaner from carburetor and remove page 14). See “Fuel System,” Group 14, for carburetor
filter element from cleaner. Remove gauze wrapper adjustment procedures.
from element (Fig. 24). The wrapper helps prevent oil L B a t t e r y - C h e c k specific gravity. Clean and
wetting of the element by collecting condensed oil tighten terminals; apply grease to posts and termi-
vapors on its surface. Wash wrapper in kerosene or nals. Check circuit voltages as described in “Electri-
other suitable solvent to remove dirt and oil. Examine cal,” Group 8.
filter element. If it is dry or has only one or two &Starting Motor-Test cranking ability as d e
oil-wetted spots, clean by gently blowing out dirt from scribed in “Electrical,” Group 8.
element with compressed air (Fig. 34). Hold air nozzle /:Valve Lash (where applicableMhould an en-
about two inches from inner screen. gine continue to be noisy and the idle rough after a
If element is saturated with oil for more than one- tune-up, adjust valve lash to specifications. Refer to
half of its circumference, replace it with a new ele- “Engine”, Group 9, for lash values and instructions.
ment. Noticeable quantities of oil on filter indicate a
malfunctioning of the ventilation system due to a MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVE
sticking valve or excessive deposit build-up in ventila-
tion system. Freedom of movement of the heat control valve, by
Normally, filter element and wrapper should be removing lead deposits from the valve shaft bearings,
replaced every two years. Use a Chrysler Corporation is assured by application of suitable solvent. Such a
filter element, or equivalent, for replacement. solvent is available under Part Number 2525054,
Manifold Heat Control Valve Solvent.
Carburetor Air Cleaner-Without Wrapper
At every engine oil change, examine and clean air
cleaner filter element, as outlined for Air Cleaner-
With Wrapper. If element is saturated with oil, or h

damaged, replace it with a new one. In any event,


replace filter element once every year. Use a Chrysler
Corporation filter element, or equivalent, for re-
placement. If vehicle is used extensively for short
trips with frequent idling, these services will be re-
quired more frequently.

ENGINE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION


Engine operating efficiency depends on correct ig-
nition, carburetor adjustments, and on correct valve
lash where applicable. To obtain best engine per-
formance, Chrysler Corporation recommends that
the engine be evaluated every 12 months or 12,000 Fig. 28-Manifold Heat Control Valve (6-Cyl. Engines)
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Fig. 29-Manifold Heat Control Valve (273,318


Cu. In. Engines)
Every engine oil change apply solvent to both 0 63x372
ends of valve shaft where it rotates in bushings (Fig.
Fig. 32-Carburefor Air Cleuner (64yl. Engines)
28, 29, 30 or 31). Apply solvent when manifold is
COOL. Allow solvent to soak a few minutes, then work
valve shaft back and forth until it moves freely.

CARBURETOR AIR CLEANER


Paper Element Type
The paper filter element (Figs. 32 and 33) in the
carburetor air cleaner should be cleaned every six
months and replaced every two years. Use a Chrysler
BI
V
VALVE SHAFT
NN301

Fig. 3O-Manifold Heat Control Valve (383,440


Cu. In. Engines)

THERMOSTAT NN963
63x373
Fig. 31-Header Heat Control Valve
(426 Hem; Engine) Fig. 33-Carbumtor Air Cleaner (V-8 Engines)
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should be examined every second oil change, or more


frequently under severe operating conditions, such as
in dusty areas.
If the sediment builds up to within 3/8 inch of
the shelf, discard old oil and thoroughly clean the air
cleaner. In any event, the cleaner should be serviced
at least once a year.
To clean, remove cover and filter element. Wash
element thoroughly in kerosene and drain. Clean the
reservoir thoroughly and fill to indicated level with
one pint SAE 1OW-30engine oil. This grade is suitable
for all temperatures.
Reassemble cleaner and install on carburetor.
CARBURETOR CHOKE SHAFT
Every six months, apply Carburetor Cleaner, Part
Fig. 34-Clecmhg Filter Element Number 1643273, or equivalent, to both ends of
Corporation filter element or equivalent. choke shaft when it passes through the air horn (Fig.
To clean, remove air cleaner from carburetor. Re- 36). At same time, move choke shaft back and forth
move cover and filter element and clean cover and until deposits are flushed out. Run engine at idle
housing. Using compressed air, gently clean element to clean out excess cleaner from carburetor and in-
by holding air hose nozzle at least two inches from in- take manifold.
side screen (Fig. 34). This service will assure freedom of movement of
CAUTION: Do not use compressed air on outside the choke shaft.
surface of element as this will embed foreign matter Also, apply same type of cleaner to fast idle cam
in the element paper. and pivot pin to remove dirt, oil and any other de-
Examine element for punctures. Discard an ele- posits that may have collected and cause sticking or
ment that has small pin-point punctures. Examine soft erratic motion.
plastic sealing rings on both sides of element for
smoothness and uniformity. Replace element if not FUEL FILTERS
satisfactory. The fuel filters (Figs. 37, 38, and 39)are of the dis-
At this time, also service the Carburetor Choke posable type. Under normal operating conditions,
Shaft, as outlined on this page. filter should be replaced every 2 years or 24,000
Oil Bath Type (Extra Equipment) miles, whichever occurs first. Should an excessive
The sediment level in the air cleaner (Fig. 35)
NUT

NK578A
RESERGOIR NK579
Fig. 3 6 4 h o k e Valve Shaft and Furt Idle
Fig. 354urburetor Air Cleuner (Oil Buth T y p ) Cam Lubrication
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Fig. 37-Fuel Filter (6-Cyl. Engine)


Fig. 39-Fuel Filter (383,440 Cu. In. And
426 Hemi Engines)

Fig. 40-Front Universal Joint (Models equipped


with I70,225,273,3 I 8 and 383 Cu. In. Engines)

NLGI grade 2, EP, such as Multi-Mileage Lubricant,


Part Number 2525035.
Universal joints (Fig. 42 and 43) on vehicles with
426 Hemi or 440 cubic inch engines cannot be relu-
Fig. 38-Fuel Filter (273,3 I 8 Cu. In. Engine) bricated and must be replaced when seals are dam-
aged and leakage is evident.
amount of foreign matter accumulate in fuel tank,
filter may require replacing more frequently.
After installing new filter, run engine for several Severe Service Requirements
minutes and check for leaks at connections. When the vehicle is operated under conditions
classified as severe service as outlined below, addi-
tional servicing is required.
PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL JOINTS
Under normal operating conditions, relubrication
of the propeller shaft universal joints is not recom-
mended. Every six months, however, the front and
rear joints (Figs. 40, 41, 42 and 43) should be in-
spected for external leakage or damaged seals.
The joints should not be disassembled for re-
lubrication unless external leakage or damage is ob-
served.
When necessary to replace seals on universal joints,
except those used on vehicles equipped with the 426
Hemi or 440 cubic inch engines, disassemble joints as
outlined under “Propeller Shaft and Universal Joints,”
Group 16. Clean and inspect all parts for service-
ability. Replace damaged parts as required. Repack Fig. 4 I-Rear Universal Joint (Models equipped
bearings, using an Automotive Multi-Purpose Grease, with 170,225,273,3 I 8 and 383 Cu. In. Engines)
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SEALS

Fig. 4 2 4 r o n t Unkersal Joint (Models equip@


with 426 Hemi or 440 Cu. In. Engines)

Severe service classifications are as follows:


(a) Police or taxicab use.
(b) Frequent towing of trailers. Under this type of
operation, the universal joints should be inspected
for leakage at seals every 3 months or 4,000 miles, Fig. 44-Manual Steering Gear Filler Plug
whichever occurs first.
(c) Continuous operation at higher than normal with Multi-Purpose Gear Oil SAE 90, as defined by
loading. MIGL2105B. This is suitable for all temperatures.
(d) Very dusty, dirty, or sandy operating condi- Special Sure-Grip Lubricant, Part Number 2585318,
tions. is a fluid of this type and its use is recommended.
Under these conditions, the universal joints on CAUTION: When filling, do not use a pressure gun as
vehicles, except those equipped with 426 Hemi or high pressure may damage the seals.
440 cubic inch engines, should be disassembled,
cleaned and relubricated every 36,000 miles, using Power Steering
an Automotive Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI grade 2, Check fluid level in power steering reservoir every
EP, such as Multi-Mileage Lubricant, Part Number six months. On the .96 and 1.2 pumps (Fig. 45), when
2525035. fluid is cold, level should be at base of filler neck.
When fluid is hot, the level should be halfway up filler
STEERING GEAR neck.
Some V-8 engines are equipped with a .94 Power
Manual Steering Pump (Fig. 46) identified by an oval shaped
The lubricant installed in the steering gear at the filler tube and a filler cap with a built-in dip stick
time of assembly is a high quality product and regu- marked “FWLL” and “ADD”.
larly scheduled changes are not required. To check fluid level, first allow fluid to warm up to
Every six months, remove plug in steering gear normal operating temperature. Level should be at
housing (Fig. 44) and check lubricant level. Lubricant “FULL”mark. If level is low, replenish to the “FULL”
should cover worm gear. mark with recommended fluid.
If lubricant is below prescribed level, replenish CAUTION: Before removing filler neck cap, wipe it

I li
I 1

Fig. 43-Rear Universal Joint (Models equipped Fig. 45-Power Steering Pump Reservoir (.96 and 1.2
with 426 Hemi or 440 Cu. In. Engines) Pumps)
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FILLER C A P O V A L SHAPED refill as required, using only Automatic Transmis-
FILLER TUBE sion Fluid, AQ-ATF, Suffix “A” for all temperature

/ ranges. Included in this group is Automatic Transmis-


sion Fluid AQ-A”,2351A, available under Part Num-
ber 1843314. In warm weather, Multi-Purpose Lubri-
cant SAE 90, as defined by MIGL2105B may be used.
When vehicle is used for other than normal service,
or for towing trailers, refer to “Trailer Towing Serv-
ice,” for recommended servicing.
Four-Speed
The transmission is filled at the factory with a spe-
cial gear lubricant and regularly scheduled changes
are not required for vehicles whose operation is clas-
sified as normal service for passenger cars.
NP168 The fluid level, however, should be checked every
Fig. 46-Power Steering Pump Reservoir f.94 Pump)
six months and determined that it is at the bottom of
the filler plug hole (Fig. 47).
carefully to prevent accumulated dirt from dropping If lubricant is below specified level, replenish
into reservoir. with Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant SAE 140, as de-
To restore level, if necessary, replenish with hy- fined by MICG2105B.
draulic fluid specially formulated for minimum effect During cold weather, if shift effort becomes ex-
on rubber hoses. Such a fluid is available under Part tremely high, transmission should be drained (Fig. 47)
Number 2084329, Power Steering Fluid. and refilled with Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant S A E
80 or SAE 90, as defined by MILG2105B or with
TRANSMISSION (Manual) Automatic Transmission Fluid, AQ-ATF, Suffix “A.”
Automatic Transmission Fluid should be replaced with
Three-Speed Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant SAE 140 in warm
The lubricant installed in the transmission at the weather.
time of assembly is a high quality product and regu- When vehicle is used for other than normal service,
larly scheduled changes are not required for vehicles or for towing trailers, refer to “Trailer Towing Serv-
whose operation is classified as normal service for ice,” following, for recommended servicing.
passenger cars.
The fluid level, however, should be checked every Trailer Towing Service Or Other Severe
six months and determined that it is at the bottom of Service
For vehicles equipped for trailer towing service, or
filler plug hole (Fig. 47). When necessary to replenish, if the regular operation of the vehicle is classified as
severe, the transmission lubricant level should be
checked every 3 months or 4,000 miles, whichever
occurs first. Drain and refill with specified lubricant
initially after 36,000 miles or 3 years, whichever
occurs first and every 12,000 miles or 12 months,
thereafter, whichever occurs first.
Column-Mounted Manuul Transmission
Gearshift Controls
If operation of gearshift controls becomes noisy or
shift effort becomes objectionable, lubricate linkage
at lower end of steering column (Fig. 48).
Apply a film of Multi-Mileage Lubricant, Part
Number 2525035, or Automotive Multi-Purpose
Grease, NLGI grade 2, to contact surfaces on levers
(Fig. 48).
Floor-Mounted Manual Transmission
Gearshift Controls
Fig. 47--Transmission Filler ond Drain Plugs If operation of the mechanism becomes difficult,
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Fig. 50-Transmission level lndicator Markings


Fig. 48-Column-Mounted Manual Transmission Gear- CAUTION: Before removing level indicator, wipe off
shift Control lubrication cap and top of filler tube to prevent accumulated dirt
remove rubber boot on floor panel and apply a few from dropping into transmission filler tube.
drops of light engine oil to the mechanism. After engine has idled for about two minutes, move
In addition, from under the vehicle, apply light en- gearshift lever slowly through all gear positions, paus-
gine oil to rod ends in operating levers (Fig. 49). ing momentarily in each and ending with lever in “N”
position.
TRANSMISSION (Automatic) When fluid is “hot,” level should be at the “FULL”
mark or slightly below, but never above the “FULL”
The fluid level should be checked every six months. mark (Fig. 50) to avoid foaming of the fluid. Fluid
This check should be made when engine temperature should be added or extracted, depending upon the
gauge indicates a normal warmed-up condition and reading, to restore level as specified.
transmission fluid is heated to its normal operating If it is necessary to check level when transmission
temperature. While level may be determined when is “cold,” fluid level should be at, or slightly below
fluid is “cold,” the preferred method is with the fluid “ADD ONE PINT” mark. If below, add fluid to bring
“hot.” Check level with parking brake applied firmly to the “ADD ONE PINT” mark, when cold.
and engine idling. Restore level, when necessary, using only Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid AQ-ATF’, Suffix “A.” In-
cluded in this group is Automatic Transmission Fluid
AQ-ATF-2351A, available under Part Number
1843314. No other fluids are recommended except
fluids from this group. Exception to this is a sealer
which introduces a small amount of swelling to re-
duce fluid leakage resulting from hardening or
shrinking of the seals in high mileage vehicles. Such
a product is available under Part Number 2298923,
Transmission Sealer.

Frequency of Fluid Change (All Models


except with 426 Hem; Engine)
For vehicles operated under normal service condi-
tions, the transmission fluid and filter will provide
satisfactory lubrication and protection to the trans-
mission. Therefore, periodic fluid changes are not
required.
IMPORTANT: If, for any reason, the factory fill
Fig. 49-Floor-Mounted Manual transmission Gear- fluid is replaced with another fluid, the fluid must
shift Mechanism lubrication be changed every 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever
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occurs first, in normal service.

Vehicles Equipped with 426 Hemi Engine


The factory fill fluid should be changed after the
first 24,000 miles or 24 months, whichever occurs
first, and periodically every 12,000 miles or 12
months, whichever occurs first.
The filter should be changed with each fluid change.
If, for any reason, the factory fill fluid is replaced
with another fluid prior to the 24,000 mile or 24
month interval, the fluid and filter should be changed
every 12,000 miles or 12 months, whichever occurs
first, after the change to the field fluid.

Trailer Towing Service and Severe Usage


For vehicles equipped for trailer towing service, or Fig. 52-Front Wheel Bearing Adjustment
if the regular operation of the vehicle is classified as
the front wheel bearings on cars equipped with
severe, the transmission fluid and filter should be either drum or disc type brakes should be inspected
changed and the bands adjusted periodically. whenever the wheels are removed to inspect or serv-
Severe service classifications are as follows:
ice the brake system. Brake system inspection is
(a) Police and taxicab operation. recommended every 12,000 miles or 12 months,
(b) Frequent towing of trailers. Under this type of
whichever occurs first.
operation, the fluid level should be checked every When an inspection of wheel bearings indicates
3 months or 4,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
lubricant is low in quantity, or contaminated with dirt
(c) Continuous operation at higher than normal
or water to produce a milky appearance, bearings
loading. should be cleaned, inspected and relubricated if
Drain and refill the transmission with the specified serviceable.
fluid, adjust the bands and replace the filter, initially
after 36,000 miles or 3 years, whichever occurs first, CAUTION: To avoid possible contamination of Iubri-
and every 12,000 miles or 12 months, thereafter, cant by mixing lubricants that are not compatible, do
whichever occurs first. not add lubricant to bearings.
For transmission draining and refilling service, Thoroughly clean old lubricant from bearings and
filter replacement and band adjustment procedures, hubs. Repack bearings and hubs with Multi-Purpose
see “Torque Flite Transmission,” Group 21. Grease, NLGI grade 2, or Multi-Mileage Lubricant,
Part Number 2525035. When repacking hubs, make
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS sure all surfaces of hub and outer grease cup interiors
are covered with grease (Fig. 51) to minimize con-
The condition and quantity of the lubricant in densation and grease travel out of bearing. DO NOT
OVERFILL.

r l Adjust bearings as follows:


(1) Install wheel and drum assemblies and tighten
wheel nuts on Dart models to 55 foot-pounds, on
Coronet models, to 65 foot-pounds.
(2) Tighten wheel bearing adjusting nut (Fig. 52) to
70 inch-pounds on Dart models and 90 inch-pounds on
Coronet models, while rotating wheel.
(3) Position nut lock on adjusting nut so one pair
of cotter pin slots align with hole in spindle.
(4) Back off adjusting nut and nut lock to the next
slot and install cotter pin.
(5) Install wheel covers.

TIRES
Tires, including spare, should be rotated every
Fig. 5 I-Front Wheel Beorring Lubricotion second oil change according to tire rotation diagram
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LEFT FRONT RIOIIT FRONT

Fig. 53-fire Rotation D i a g r a m 4 firer Fig. 55-HOOd Lock Lubrication (Dart and Coronet
except Charger Models)
(Fig. 53), to provide uniform wear, long tire life, and housing at speedometer head. Remove shaft and clean
to retain comfortable riding qualities. it thoroughly. Apply a very thin film of speedometer
If owner insists on a four tire switch only, the tires cable lubricant on the shaft. Such a lubricant is avail-
should be rotated according to diagram (Fig. 54). able under Part Number 1243632, Speedometer Cable
Tires should be examined for unusual wear pat- Lubricant. Wipe excess lubricant from the top one-
terns, foreign material and proper inflation pressures. foot of the shaft and from the ferrule.
Unusual wear conditions may reflect a need for a CAUTION: Excessive lubricant may cause mslfunc-
change in driving habits or indicate that mechanical tion of the speedometer.
corrections may be necessary.
A decal showing the recommended tire pressure is HOOD LOCK, RELEASE MECHANISM AND
located on the body pillar at the rear of the left front SAFETY CATCH
door opening (“B” post). Refer to “Tires”, Group 22,
for additional information. Lubrication of the hood lock mechanism and safety
catch is of vital importance to assure ease of operation
SPEEDOMETER CABLE and freedom from binding.

To service a noisy speedometer cable, disconnect Dart and Coronet Models, except
Charger Model
LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT
Apply Automotive Multi-Purpose Lubricant, NLGI
grade 2, sparingly, to pivot and sliding contact areas
IVOT AREA RELEASE HANDLE
SAFETY CATCH
PIVOT
AREA

SLIDING CONTAC~ AREAS’>/ / \


LINK END

NP158 NP176

Fig. 54-Tire Rotation D i a g r a m 4 Tires Fig. 5 6 4 o o d Lock Lubrication (Charger Models)


-LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0-25
of lock (Fig. 55). Also, apply a film of the same type
of lubricant to pivot contact areas of safety catch. PIVOT POINTS

Charger Models
Apply Automotive Multi-Purpose Lubricant, NLGI
grade 2, sparingly, to pivot and sliding contact areas
of lock (Fig. 56). Also, apply a film of the same type
lubricant to pivot contact areas of safety catch. Apply
a few drops of light engine oil to the lock release
lever pivot. Wipe off excess oil.

BODY MAINTENANCE
Body and other operating mechanisms, including
throttle linkages, should be inspected, cleaned and
lubricated every six months. This is necessary to
maintain ease of operation and to provide protection
against rust and wear.
Prior to applying any lubricants, wipe the parts
clean to remove dust and grit. After lubricating
parts, remove excess oil or lubricant.
Relubricate mechanisms as outlined in the follow-
ing paragraphs. Where Lubriplate is specified, use a
smooth, white body hardware lubricant conforming to
NLGI, grade 1. A suitable lubricant is available under NN404
Part Number 1064768. Where Door Ease Lubricant is
Fig. 58-Hood Hinge Lubrication (Coronet Models)
specified, use a stainless wax type lubricant. Such a
lubricant is available under Part Number 1064769. side of the hinge (Fig. 57).

Lock Cylinders Hood Hinges (Coronet Models)


When necessary, apply a thin film of Lubriplate di- Apply Lubriplate, sparingly, to all pivot points, gear
rectly to key. Insert key into lock and actuate several teeth and spring ends (Fig. 58).
times. Wipe excess lubricant from key. Particular at-
tention should be given to external lock cylinders Door Hinges (Dart Models)
during fall and winter months to insure protection On all hinges, apply engine oil to hinge pin ends
from water and ice. (Fig. 59).
On lower hinges, in addition, apply engine oil to
Hood Hinges (Dart Models) torsion spring contact points and all pivot contact
Apply engine oil to the two link pivots on each points.

PIN
PIN ENDS
ENDS
FRONT DOOR UPPER
PIVOT AND ROLLER TORSION
REAR DOOR UPPER
CONTACT SPRING

E
FRONT DOOR LOGER REAR DOOR LOWER NK637B

Fig. 57-Hood Hinge Lubrication (Dart Models) Fig. 59-DOOr Hinge Lubrication (Dart Models)
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first, throttle linkage should be lubricated with Auto-


motive Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI grade 2, as
described in the following paragraphs. Do not Iubri-
cate linkage ball joints.

Dart (6-Cylinder Engines)


On models with manual and automatic transmis-
sions, apply a thin film of the prescribed lubricant
on both ends of the accelerator shaft where it turns
in the bracket and where it turns in the bracket
mounted anti-rattle spring (Fig. 69). Also, apply a
f ig. 6 8 4vel Tank Access Door Hinge Lubrication
filmof the same hbricant to the accelerator pedal
(CoronetModels) pivot pin where it turns in the end of the accelera-
tor shaft.
grade 2, to contact areas between torsion bar, check On models with automatic transmission also, apply
arm and hinges (Fig. 67). a film of the same lubricant to the engine mounted
bellcrank pin.
Fuel Tank Access Door Hinge Lubricdion In the passenger compartment, apply a thin film of
(Coronet Models) the prescribed lubricant to the accelerator cable
Apply Automotive Multi-Purpose Lubricant, NLGI anchor end and in the pocket in the accelerator shaft
grade 2, sparingly to inside surfaces of the spring lever (Fig. 69). Be sure plug is in place in lever.
ends (Fig. 68).
Dart Models (273 Cu. In. Engine)
THROTTLE LINKAGES On models with manual and automatic transmis-
sions, apply a thin film of the prescribed lubricant
Every 24 months or 24,000 miles, whichever occurs on both ends of the accelerator shaft where it turns

f ig.69-Throttk Linkage Lubrication (Dart -1. Engines)


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Fig. 7O-Throttle Linkage Lubrication fDaH 273 Cu. In. Engine)

in the bracket and where it is contacted by the Coronet Models (273,3 18 Cu. In. Engines)
anti-rattle spring (Fig. 70). On models with manual and automatic transmis-
On models with automatic transmission, also, apply sions, apply a thin film of the prescribed lubricant to
a film of the same lubricant to the pivot points of both the accelerator shaft where it turns in the bracket
upper and lower transmission linkage bellcranks. (Fig. 72).
In the passenger compartment, apply a thin film On models with automatic transmission, apply a
of the prescribed lubricant to the accelerator cable thin film of the same lubricant to the pivot points of
anchor end and in the pocket in the accelerator shaft both upper and lower transmission linkage bellcranks.
lever (Fig. 70). Be sure plug is in place in lever. In the passenger compartment, apply a thin film
of the prescribed lubricant to the accelerator cable
Coronet Models (6-Cylinder Engine) anchor end and in the pocket in the accelerator shaft
On models with manual and automatic transmis- lever (Fig. 72). Be sure plug is in place in lever.
sion, apply a thin film of the prescribed lubricant to
the accelerator shaft where it turns in the bracket Coronet Models (383,440 Cu. In. and 426
(Fig. 71). Hemi Engines)
On models with automatic transmission, also, apply On models with manual and automatic transmis-
a film of the same lubricant to the engine mounted sions apply a thin film of the prescribed lubricant
bellcrank pin. to the accelerator shaft where it turns in the bracket
In the passenger compartment, apply a thin film (Fig. 73).
of the prescribed lubricant to the accelerator cable On models with automatic transmission, also, apply
anchor end and in the pocket in the accelerator shaft a film of the same lubricant to the pivot points of both
lever (Fig. 71).Be sure plug is in place in lever. upper and lower transmission linkage bellcranks.
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CABLE

NP402

fig. Il- T h r o t t k Linkow Lubrication (Coronet 6-Cyl. Engine)


In the passenger compartment, apply a thin film Alternator Bearings
of the prescribed lubricant to the accelerator cable Automatic Transmission
anchor end and in the pocket in the accelerator shaft Controls and Linkage
lever (Fig. 73). Be sure plug is in place in lever. Carburetor Air Cleaner
(Paper Element Type)
PARTS REQUIRING NO LUBRICATION Clutch Pedal Push
Rod Ends
There are many points that should not be lubri- Clutch Release Bearing
cated, some because they are permanently lubricated, Drive Belts
some because lubricants will be detrimental to their Fan Belt Idler Pulley
operating characteristics, and some because lubri- Rear Springs
cants will cause component failures. In any event, Rear Wheel Bearings
rubber bushings should not be lubricated, not only Starting Motor Bushings
because lubricants will cause rubber to fail, but also Throttle Linkage Ball Joints
will destroy their necessary friction characteristics. Upper and Lower Control
The following parts should not be lubricated: Arm Bushings
Accelerator Pedal Pivot Water Pump Bearings
All Rubber Bushings
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NP403

Fig. 72-Throttle Linkage krbricdon (Coronet 273,3 18 Cu. In. Engines)


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0 GROUP 1

ACCESSORIES
CONTENTS
Page Page
ELECTRIC CLOCK ..................... 1 RADIO AND ANTENNA ................. 8
HEATER .............................. 2

ELECTRIC CLOCK
GENERAL INFORMATION
A solenoid actuated automatic rewind, self regu-
lating electric clock is available as optional equip-
ment on Coronet and Charger models. Clocks are
of setting is greater than five minutes. The regulation
should be performed between the rewind cycles. A
distinct “click” can be heard when the clock rewinds
I
mounted as a separate unit on the console of the every 90 seconds. If the clock is running slow, ad-
Charger model and in the instrument cluster in the vance the hands to the correct time. Regulation will
Coronet models. To regulate the clock, pull out on take place during the next rewind cycle immediately
reset knob below the clock face and rotate until the following the regulation setting. One setting will reg-
correct setting is obtained. ulate approximately 35 seconds in a 24 hour period.
The clock will regulate itself only if the correction

SERVlCE D I A G N O S I S
Condition Possible Cause Correction

CLOCK DOES NOT (a) Wire loose or off terminal. (a) Install connector on terminal.
OPERATE (b) Internal short. (b) Repair or replace the clock a s neces-
sary.
(c) Fuse blown. (c) Check for short and replace fuse.
(d) Incomplete ground. (d) Tighten clock retaining screws on
cluster housing.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
Removal-Coronet Models plate. Raise plate f a r enough to reach under and dis-
(1) Remove ‘instrument cluster. See “Instrument connect clock feed wire and gear selector indicator
Cluster Removal”, Group 8. bulb wires if so equipped.
(2) Using a fine screwdriver, remove retaining (3) Pull finish plate back to disengage front lock-
$crew in reset knob and remove knob. ing tabs and rotate entire plate 90 degrees.
(3) Remove two clock retaining screws from back (4) Remove clock mounting nut, washer and spring
of cluster housing and carefully remove clock. from bottom of finish plate and remove clock.

lnstallation lnstallation
(1) Position clock in back of cluster housing and (1) Feed clock feed wire and clock mounting stud
install two clock retaining screws. through hole in finish plate and install spring, wash-
(2) Install clock reset knob and install instrument er and mounting nut.
cluster. See “Instrument Cluster Installation”, Group (2) Rotate finish plate and engage locking tabs in
8. front end of console. With rear end of plate elevated,
connect clock feed and gear selector bulb feed wires
Removal-Charger Model if so equipped.
(1)Raise center arm rest and luggage compart- (3) Lower finish plate and install two retaining
ment lid in console and remove four screws in bezel. screws. Locate center arm rest and luggage compart-
Move bezel back approximately two inches. ment lid bezel assembly and install four retaining
(2) Remove two screws at rear of console finish screws.
1-2 ACCESSORIES 0

HEATER

INDEX
Coronet Coronet
Dart Charger Dart Charger
Page Page
Controls ........................... (See Instrument Heater Doors ........................... 6 6
Panels-Group 8) Heater Installation ...................... 7 5
Control Cable Adjustment ................ 3 4 Heater Removal ......................... 6 5
General Information ..................... 2 2 Rear Window Defogger .................. 8 8
Heater .................................. 6 4

GENERAL INFORMATION
All Dodge models use a “Blend Air” type heater blower motor and the velocity of the air flow from the
(Figs. 1 and 2). Fresh air enters the heater through heater outlets.
the cowl grille and passes through a plenum chamber On Dart models, two fresh air ducts, for warm
to the heater core. A temperature control door in weather use, are located under each end of the in-
the heater plenum chamber directs the fresh air either strument panel. By opening the doors on these ducts
through or past the heater core. The amount of fresh air bypasses the heater and is rammed into the
“blend” is determined by the setting of the temper- vehicle (Fig. 3).
ature lever on the instrument panel. Direction of the On Coronet and Charger models, the ventilator
“blended air” is controlled by the “Heat-Defrost” doors are controlled by knobs mounted under the
lever on the instrument panel. instrument panel. Make sure these doors are closed
The blower switch determines the speed of the during heater operation.

Fig. 1--Heater-Coronet and Charger Madeb


0 ACCESSORIES 1-3

Fig. 2-Heater-Dart Models

SERVICE D I A G N O S I S
Condition Possible Cause Correction
I NS UFFIC IENT HEAT (a) Carpet obstructing outlet. (a) Reposition carpet.
(b) Radiator hoses leaking. (b) Correct leak and bleed system.
(c) Obstructed heater hose. (c) Replace heater hoses.
(d) Temperature door not closed or leak- (d) Adjust temperature control cable. See
ing. “Cable Adjustments.”
(e) Shut-off or defroster door improperly (e) Adjust the Heater-Defroster Control
adjusted. Cable. See “Cable Adjustments.”
(f) Engine thermostat open. (f) Replace thermostat.
(g) Coolant too low. (g) Fill the radiator.
TOO MUCH HEAT (a) Disengaged cable on temperature (a) Connect or replace cable.
door.
(b) Thermostat stuck in closed position. (b) Replace thermostat.
BLOWER MOTOR (a) Blown fuse. (a) Check for excessive resistance in cir-
NOT OPERATING cuit and replace fuse.
(b) Faulty electrical connection. (b) Tighten all electrical connections.
(c) Faulty blower switch. (c) Replace switch.
(d) Faulty motor. (d) Replace motor.
(e) Faulty resistor. (e) Replace resistor.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
Control Cable Adjustments-Dart Models proximately 1/4 inch of cable housing extends be-
(1) Disconnect the three cables at heater assembly. yond edge of cable retaining clips.
(2) With control assembly removed from instru- (3) Install control assembly on instrument panel.
ment panel, position the three control cables so ap- (4) Place top control lever in center or “Heat”
1-4 ACCESSORIES 0

-. -._--
I

Fig. %Fresh Air Duct-Drivers Side


position and connect heater defroster cable (left cable) Fig. 4-Adjusting “Heat-Def rost“ Cable
to heater defroster door of heater assembly while treme clockwise position and reinstall the cable clip.
holding door in extreme clockwise position.
(5) Connect fresh air cable center cable to center
Be sure the instrument panel control lever remains in
door of heater assembly while holding door in the ex- the extreme left position during this adjustment.
treme clockwise position.
(6) Place temperature control lever in extreme Temperature Control Cable (Air Condition-
left, “Off” position. Connect cable to right door of ing)
Remove the clip from the water valve control cable
heater assembly while holding crank of door in ex-
bracket. While holding the temperature control lever
treme clockwise position.
For Heater Control and Switch removal, see
on the instrument panel in the extreme right position,
”Switches in Instrument Panels,” Group 8.
attach the control cable to the water valve. The end of
the cable housing, butts against the stop on the valve.
Connect the cable loop to the control arm with the
Coronet and Charger Models core wire pulled all the way out of the cable housing.
To adjust heater control cables, the adjustment
must be correct at the instrument panel control as-
Install the clip.
On Dart models equipped with air conditioning, the
sembly first. It is necessary to remove the control
temperature control cable is adjusted in the same
assembly from the instrument panel to make these
manner as the heater temperature control cable.
adjustments. See ”Heater Controls” in ”Instrument
Panels,” Group 8.
The Temperature control cable and the “Heat- Fresh Air Vent Control Cable-Coronet
Defrost” control cable should be positioned, at the and Charger Models
control assembly, so that the ends of the cable hous- Push the fresh air control knob in. Remove the
ings are flush with the edge of the mounting plate. control cable clip from the door control crank arm
Final cable adjustments should be made at the heater bracket. Rotate the crank arm of the door to the
ends of the cables. closed position (left side counterclockwise; the right
To adjust the “Heat-Defrost” cable, place the con- side clockwise) and reinstall the cable to the crank
trol lever on the instrument panel in the center de- arm bracket.
tent. Remove the cable clip at the heat-defrost door
and place Tool C-4003 on the door shaft (Fig. 4). Be H EATER-Coronet and Charger Models
sure that the instrument panel control lever remains
in the center detent while installing the cable clip at On models equipped with console it is necessary to
the heater. Remove the adjusting tool and test the move the console back before removing the heater as
heater operation. follows:
To adjust the “Temp” control cable, remove the (a) From inside console storage compartment re-
cable clip at the temperature control door. Place the move two console mounting bolts. On Charger models,
temperature control lever to the extreme left position. raise luggage compartment lid, remove four bezel
Rotate the temperature control door shaft to the ex- screws and remove bezel assembly.
ACCESSORIES 1-5

Fig. 7-Heater Hose Connections483 and 440


Cu. In. Engines Coronet and Charger Models
Fig. &Heater Hose Connections-6 Cylinder-
Coronet Models (b) Connect back-up light switch wire connect and
(b) Remove two shift indicator bezel screws, put install gear selector light bulb.
gear selector in “Drive” position, pull bezel back and (c) Install gear selector bezel by engaging front
turn 90 degrees. Allow bezel to rest across top of tabs under console housing lip and securing with the
console. two metal screws at storage compartment end lip.
(c) Remove two console mounting screws at rear of On Charger models, install luggage compartment
gear selector bracket, disconnect back up light switch bezel assembly with four mounting screws.
connector and remove gear selector light bulb. Move
console back. Removal
On Charger models remove both rear seat cushion (1) Drain radiator and disconnect battery ground
retainer screws in front edge of cushion and remove cable.
cushion. Separate console side carpeting at seam and (2) Remove upper half of glove box.
remove four bolts (two on either side of console). (3) In engine compartment, disconnect heater
Raise rear of console and move back approximately hoses at bulkhead. Plug hose fittings on heater to
four inches. Heater may now be removed. prevent any coolant from spilling on interior trim as
After heater is installed, the console is installed as heater assembly is removed.
follows: (4) From under instrument panel, remove heater to
(a) Align console to mounting brackets and install cowl support bracket.
rear mounting bolts in console storage compartment (5) Remove defroster hoses and disconnect wiring
and in rear of gear selector bracket. from heater motor resistor.
On Charger models, reposition console and fasten (6) Disconnect fresh air vent control and shut off
with four mounting bolts. Reposition carpet on con- door cables at heater from under instrument panel.
sole and install both rear seat cushions. Reaching through glove box, disconnect temperature
control door cable.
(7)From inside engine compartment, remove three
nuts that mount heater to bulkhead.
(8) Rotate heater assembly until mounting studs
are up and carefully remove heater from under in-
strument panel.

installation
ouTLEi (1) Position heater assembly under instrument
panel (mounting studs up) and connect temperature
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control door and defroster door cables. See “Control
Cable Adjustments.”
(2) Rotate heater into position onto bulkhead and
Fig. 6-Heater Hose Connections-273 and 3 I 8 support heater housing with a suitable block of wood.
Cu. In. Engines (3) From inside engine compartment, install retain-
1-6 ACCESSORIES 0

(2) Disconnect wiring from blower motor to the


heater assembly.
(3) Remove motor cooler tube.
(4) Remove heater backplate assembly from heater.
(5) Remove fan from motor shaft.
(6) Remove blower motor from backplates.

lnstallation
(1) Install blower motor on backplate.
(2) Install fan on motor shaft. Insert fan in heater
housing and check fan for proper clearance. Adjust as
necessary.
(3) Install backplate and motor assembly on heater.
(4) Install motor cooler tube.
(5) Install wiring from heater assembly to motor.
(6) Install heater as outlined in “Heater Installa-
Fig. 8-Hecrter Hose Connections426 Hemi Engine tion.”
ing nuts.
(4) Install heater hoses (Figs. 5,6,7 and 8). HEATER DOORS
(5) Under instrument panel, install heater to cowl
support bracket. To service the heater shut-off, defroster or the
(6) Connect and adjust fresh air control and shut temperature control doors, the heater must be re-
off door cable at heater from under instrument panel. moved from the vehicle and disassembled. See
Connect temperature control door cable by reaching “Heater Core” and “Blower Motor” Removal and
through glove box opening. See “Control Cable Ad- Installation.
justments.’’
(7) Connect defroster hoses and wiring to heater H EATER-Dart Models
blower motor resistor.
(8) Refill cooling system and connect battery Removal
ground cable. To service the heater core or blower motor, it is
(9) Install upper half of glove box. necessary to remove the heater assembly from the
(10)Start engine, bleed system, inspect for leaks vehicle.
and test operation of heater. (1) Drain radiator.
(2) Disconnect heater hoses from heater and re-
HEATER CORE move heater hoses to dash panel seal and retainer
plate (Fig.9).
Removal (3) Remove heater motor seal retainer plate and
(1) Remove heater as outlined in “Heater Remov- seal from dash panel (Fig. 9).
ai.”
(2) Remove heater cover from front side of heater
to expose core.
RETAINER
(3) Remove heater core mounting screws and re-
move core.

lnsfallcrtion
(1) Position core in heater assembly and install
mounting screws.
(2) Install heater cover.
(3) Install heater as outlined in “Heater Installa-
tion.”
BLOWER MOTOR
Removal
(1) Remove heater as outlined in “Heater Remov-
al.” Fig. 9-Heater Mounting-Engine Side
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HEATER OUTLET

Fig. I 0-Heater Hose Connections-Dart Fig. 1 I-Heater Hose Connections-Dart 273


6 Cylinder Engines Cu. In. Engines

(4) Disconnect heater-defroster and temperature (4) Remove fan from heater motor.
control cables from heater assembly. (5) Remove mounting support plate from heater
( 5 ) Remove heater motor resistor wire from re- motor.
sistor (Fig. 2). (6) Remove heater motor resistor assembly from
(6) Remove defroster tubes from heater assembly. heater housing (Fig. 2).
(7) Disconnect heater housing support rod from (7) Remove fresh air door seal from either inner or
fresh air duct (Fig. 2). outer heater housing half only.
(8) Remove heater assembly. (8) Remove retainer clips attaching heater housing
halves together.
lnstallation (9) Separate heater housing halves.
(1) Position heater assembly on dash panel by slid- (10) Remove screw attaching seal retainer and seal
ing four mounting studs into their respective holes in around heater core tubes.
dash panel. (11) Remove heater core tube support clamp.
(2) Connect and adjust the heater-defroster cable (12) Remove screws attaching heater core to heater
and the temperature control cables to their respective housing and remove core.
control arms. (13) Remove seal retainer and seal from heater
(3) In engine compartment side, install heater to core.
dash panel seal, seal retainer and mounting nuts.
(4)Position seal and seal retainer over heater tubes Assembly
and install attaching screws. (1) Position heater core in heater housing.
( 5 ) Connect heater hoses to heater (Figs. 19 and (2) Slide seal retainer and seal over heater core
11). tubes and up against housing. Install attaching
(6) On passenuor
” onmnartment o n n n e d heeter srrpws
----..I.

support rod to heater housing. (3) Install heater core to housinlg screws.
(7) Connect wire to heater motor resistor. (4) Position support clamp over heater core tubes
(8) Connect defroster tubes to heater. and install attaching screw.
(9) Fill cooling system, start engine and operate un- (5) Install support plate on heat1er motor.
til normal engine operating temperature is obtained. (6) Install fan on heater motor . Turn fan to make
(10) Test operation of heater assembly. certain it does not hit motor suppaIrt plate.
(7) Position heater motor and support plate over
Disassembly mounting studs on heater housing.
(1) Remove heater as outlined in “Heater Remov- (8) Install spacers and retaine rs on heater motor
al.” mounting studs.
(2) Remove seal from around heater motor mount- (9) Position both housing halves together and in-
ing studs. stall retainer spring clips. Add sealer between two
(3) Remove spring clips holding spacers and heater halves before putting halves together.
motor to heater housing. (10) Install heater motor resistor assembly.
1-8 ACCESSORIES 0

(11) Position and cement seal around fresh air door Disassembly
opening. (1) Remove the three blower motor adapter plate to
(12) Position heater housing to dash panel seal housing mounting screws and withdraw motor and
around heater housing mounting studs. fan assembly from housing.
(13) Install heater as outlined in “Heater Installa- (2) Loosen fan set screw on fan hub and slide fan
tion.” from motor shaft.
(3) Remove the two motor adapter plate mounting
Rear Window Defogger-Dart and nuts and separate motor from plate.
Coronet Models
To service the blower motor or fan, the assembly Assembly
must be removed from the shelf panel from inside the (1) Position adapter plate on motor studs and in-
luggage compartment. stall the two mounting nuts.
After disconnecting the outlet hose and wire con- (2) Install fan on motor shaft and insert assembly
nector, remove the three mounting screws from the in housing. Check fan to housing clearance and adjust
mounting clips and remove the assembly from the if necessary.
vehicle for service. (3) Install the three blower motor adapter plate to
housing mounting screws.

RADIO AND ANTENNA


INDEX
Page Page
Antennas ..................................... 10 Interference Elimination ....................... 9
Antenna Trimming ............................ 9 Radios ....................................... 11
General Information ........................... 8 Rear Seat Speakers ............................ 13
Fader Control ................................. 8 Service Diagnosis ............................. 8
Front Speakers ................................ 12
GENERAL INFORMATION
All radios, offered as optional equipment, are fully manual tuning knob on the right of the radio. The
transistorized AM models. The following are the radio volume, tone and the on-off switch are controlled by
model application used in each of the vehicles. the dual knob on the left of the radio. The rear
Radio Model speaker fader control, if so equipped, is located on the
Dart-All Models 237 bottom of the instrument panel.
Coronet-A I I ModeIs 232
Charger 233 Fader Control
The manufacturers of the radios and reverberators This control is used only when the vehicle is
make repair service available through their autho- equipped with a rear seat speaker. Full counterclock-
rized service depots. If a schematic wiring diagram is wise position allows operation of the front speaker.
desired, it should be obtained from fhe manufacturer Full clockwise position allows operation of the rear
of the particular unit. seat speaker. Rotation between either position pro-
Tuning is controlled by five push buttons and the vides the desired blend of the two speakers.

SERVlCE DIAGNOSlS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
RADI0 IN0PERATlVE (a) Blown fuse. (a) Replace the fuse.
(b) Broken, loose or shorted antenna (b) Test with an auxiliary antenna and re-
lead-in. place antenna if necessary.
(c) Loose battery cable. (c) Test the voltage at the fuse and
tighten all connections.
(d) Faulty radio. (d) Send radio to authorized radio service
station for repair.
(e) Faulty speaker. (e) Replace the speaker.
(f) Faulty antenna. (f) Test the antenna and replace if neces-
sa ry.
0 ACCESSORIES 1-9
Condition Possible Causa Correction

RADIO RECEPTION Unbalanced antenna trimmer, (a) Adjust the antenna trimmer.
WEAK Shorted antenna lead-in. (b) Test with an auxiliary antenna and re-
place antenna if necessary.
Faulty radio. (c) Send radio to authorized radio service
station for repair.
Faulty antenna. (d) Test the antenna and replace if neces-
sary.
RADIO RECEPTION Outside electrical interferences. (a) Move the car or eliminate interfer-
NOISY (Engine Running) ence.
Insufficient or faulty radio interfer- (b) Install caDacitors in ignition system.
ence suppression.
RADIO RECEPTION Static build up in tires. (a) Ground the tires to the wheels with
NOISY (Vehicle in powdered graphite.
Motion) Loose antenna or lead-in plug. (b) Tighten the antenna attaching nut. In-
spect the fit of the antenna lead-in
plug in the socket.
RADIO NOISY WHEN Loose antenna ground. (a) Clean and tighten the antenna con-
EQUIPMENT IS nections.
0 PERATED
RADIO RECEPTION (a) Install an auxiliary speaker and com-
Speaker coil rubbing on voice cone.
DISTORTED pare. Replace if improved.
Torn speaker cone. (b) Replace the speaker.
Faulty radio. (c) Send radio to authorized radio service
station for repair.
Foreign material in speaker. (d) Clean or replace speaker.
INTERMITTENT Broken or shorted antenna lead-in (a) Test with a substitute antenna and re-
RECEPTION wire. place if necessary.
Faulty radio, (b) Send radio to authorized radio service
station for repair.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
Antenna Trimming station.
All radios are trimmed at the factory and should (5) Relock push button by pushing it all the way in
require no further trimmer adjustment. However, toward front of vehicle.
whenever a radio is being installed after repair, or if
verification of trimmer adjustment is desired, proceed Interference Elimination
Three capacitors are used to suppress engine inter-
as follows: ference. The alternator is equipped with an internal
(1) Extend antenna to 40 inches.
capacitor integral with the output stud. A second
(2) Manually tune radio to noise or weak signal be-
capacitor is mounted on the back of the instrument
tween 1400 and 1600 K.C. cluster with a self tapping screws. On Dart and Coro-
(3) Increase radio volume and set tone control to
maximum treble (fully clockwise). net models the lead wire of this capacitor is connected
to the input terminal of the voltage limiter.
(4) Remove right radio control knob for access to
trimmer control (Fig. 1). On the Charger model equipped with the voltage
limiter integral with the fuel gauge, the lead wire is
(5) Adjust antenna trimmer by carefully turning
back and forth until position is found that gives peak
response in volume. Maximum output indicates proper
point of antenna trimmer adjustment.
Radio Push Button Adjustment
(1) Extend radio antenna fully.
(2) Turn radio ON and allow a warm-up period of
15 minutes.
(3) Unlock push button by pulling out toward rear
of vehicle.
(4) Using manual tuning control, tune in desired Fig. I-Antenna Trimmer (Typical)
1-10 ACCESSORIES 0

MOU
BOLT
KP 439 B

Fig. 2-Ignition Coil Capacitor

connected to the input terminal of the fuel gauge. A


third capacitor is installed on the ignition coil with Fig. 4-Antenna Assembled-Underside View
the lead connected to the positive primary terminal
of the coil (Fig. 2). Radio resistance type wires in the gasket, upper adapter (with locating pins in small
high tension circuit of the ignition system complete holes in fender) and install cap nut (Fig. 4). Tighten
the interference suppression. cap nut with Tool C-3977(Fig. 3).
If radio noises are evident, be sure the capacitor (4)Route antenna lead through side cowl panel
lead wires are making good contact on their respec- and up over top of glove box to radio receiver (Fig.
tive terminals and are securely mounted. Faulty or 5).
deteriorated spark plug wires should be replaced. (5) Install side cowl trim panel and test operation
of radio.

ANTENNA
lnitiol Antenna lnsfallation
(1) See Figures 6 and 7 for proper location of an-
Removal-All Models tenna mounting hole.
(1) Unplug antenna lead from radio receiver.
(2) Remove right side cowl trim panel and carefully (2) Locate position of the three holes. Drill the two
small holes first and large hole last.
withdraw antenna lead from passenger compartment.
(3)Using Tool C-3g77,remove antenna cap nut, (3) Remove the right cowl kick pad.
(4) Locate and drill 3/4” hole in cowl panel dimple
upper adapter and gasket (Fig. 3).
(4)Lower antenna assembly down into fender and (Fig. 4).
remove through front door opening. (5) Slide spacer (tangs up) and lower adapter over
top of antenna mast. Tip lower adapter on mast.
(6) Insert antenna assembly, cable first, into mount-
lnsfallat ion ing hole from top of fender.
(1) Slide spacer (tangs up) and lower adapter over
top of antenna mast. Tip lower adapter on mast. (7) Index tangs of spacer in lower adapter, install
(2) Feeding antenna lead through mounting hole in
fender, insert antenna assembly into mounting hole
in fender from top of fender.
(3)Index tangs of spacer in lower adapter, install

/ \ ADAPTER
LOCATING PINS FENDER
ON UPPER ADAPTER SECTION NN355

Fig. 3-Antenna-Disassembled View Fig. 5-Antenna Cable Routing


0 ACCESSORIES 1-11
CENTER
PUNCH FOR
3 / 1 6 DIA. HOLE CENTER PUNCH FOR
2 HOLES /c1-1/4"? 1-3/16" DIA. HOLE
(DRILL FIRST) I

I I / \

LUCA I t
ON DOOR

1/32"

9-1I 4 ~4
Fig. 6-Antenna Mounting Template-Dart Models
gasket, upper adapter (with locating pins in small control shafts protrude through panel openings.
NP41

holes in fender) and install cap nut. Tighten cap nut (3)Install mounting nuts and control knobs.
with Tool C-3977(Fig. 3). (4)From under panel, install support bracket on
stud on back of radio. Secure bracket to panel with
RADIO metal screw and to radio with retaining nut.
CAUTION: Do not operate the radio with speaker On air conditioned models, install right defroster
leads detached since damage to the transistors may hose bracket on radio and connect defroster hose to
resuIt. defroster nozzle. Position air conditioning outlet on
studs under panel and install two retaining nuts.
Removal-Dart Models (5) Connect battery ground cable and test opera-
If air conditioning equipped, remove center outlet tion of radio.
duct hose.
(1) Disconnect battery ground cable. Removal-Coronet and Charger Models-
(2) Remove radio control knobs and mounting nuts. Without Air Conditioning
On air conditioned models, remove the two outlet (1) Disconnect battery ground cable.
duct retaining nuts and remove duct. It is also nec- (2) Remove upper half of glove box and disconnect
essary to remove the right defroster hose and hose speaker leads from speaker terminals.
bracket from back of radio. (3)Remove radio control knobs and the two mount-
(3)From under instrument panel, remove radio ing nuts.
support bracket lower screw and upper stud nut. (4) Disconnect both defroster hoses at heater.
Remove bracket. ( 5 ) Disconnect antenna cable and radio feed wires
(4)Lower radio to a position under panel, discon- at connector.
nect feed and speaker wires and antenna cable. Re- (6) Loosen radio support bracket retaining nut at
move radio. radio and remove support bracket mounting screw
from lower edge of instrument panel.
Installat ion (7)Remove radio from under instrument panel.
(1) Holding radio under instrument panel, connect Installat ion
feed and speaker wires and antenna cable. (1) Position radio in instrument panel opening and
(2) Rotate radio into position under panel till install the two mounting nuts and control knobs.
1-12 ACCESSORIES 0

t 7-112“ -_ 4-112” 1

LOCATE THIS LINE


ON FENDER OPENING

5
32

/
A LOCATE THIS LINE ON
COWL OPENING

‘16”
-FORWARD-

LOCATE THIS LINE ON


DOOR OPENING
-a ENTER PUNCH FOR 1-118”DIA. HOLE

CENTER PUNCH FOR .3/16”DIA.


2-HOLES (DRILL FIRST)

-
1
9116“-
6-15/16’ 3

1- I&
NN289

Fig. 7-Antenna Mounting Template-Coronet and Charger Models


(2) Install support bracket to lower edge of instru- connect feed wire.
ment panel and tighten upper support bracket mount- (3) Install instrument cluster. See “Instrument
ing nut. Cluster Installation”, Group 8.
(3) Connect radio feed wires and antenna cable. (4) Connect battery ground cable and test opera-
Connect defroster hoses to heater. tion of radio.
(4) Connect speaker wires to terminals through
glove box opening. SPEAKERS
(5) Install upper half of glove box.
(6) Connect battery ground cable and test opera- Front Speaker Removal-Dart Models
tion of radio. (1) Disconnect battery ground cable.
(2) Remove radio. See “Radio Removal”.
Removal-Coronet and Charger Models- (3) Remove (heater or air conditioning control
W i t h Air Conditioning knobs.
(1)Disconnect battery ground cable. (4) From behind instrument panel, remove two
(2) Remove instrument cluster. See “Instrument heater or air conditioning control mounting nuts and
Cluster Removal”, Group 8. move control down and to the left, out of the way.
(3) Reaching through instrument cluster opening, (5) Working under instrument panel, remove two
loosen radio support bracket retaining nut. speaker mounting nuts. Carefully work speaker out
(4) Disconnect antenna cable and radio feed wires. from under panel.
(5) Lift radio out through instrument cluster open-
ing. Installation
(1) Carefully work speaker up behind instrument
Installation panel onto mounting studs and install retaining nuts.
(1) Insert radio through instrument cluster open- (2) Install heater or air conditioning control on
ing and position radio mounting stud on support mounting studs and secure with retaining nuts.
bracket. Tighten retaining nut securely. (3) Install heater or air conditioning control knobs.
(2) Plug antenna cable into radio receiver and (4) Install radio. See “Radio Installation”.
0 ACCESSORIES 1-13
(5) Connect battery ground cable and test operation (2) Hold speaker with one hand and install the four
of radio. retaining nuts with the other.
(3) From under instrument panel, position heater
Front Speaker Removal-Coronei and control assembly on instrument panel upper flange
Charger Models and install two mounting screws through access holes
(1) Remove radio. See “Radio Removal.” in cluster bezel upper lip. Install far right cluster
(2) Remove heater control knobs. mounting screw.
(3) Remove the two heater control mounting screws (4) Install heater control knobs and tighten the set
through access holes in upper Lip of instrument screws.
cluster bezel. Remove upper far right cluster mount- (5) Install radio. See “Radio Installation.”
ing screw.
(4) Move heater control assembly out of the way Rear Seat Speaker-All Models
under instrument panel. Removal
(1) Disconnect speaker leads.
(5)Remove the four speaker mounting nuts and
(2) Remove the four sheet metal screws holding
speaker through glove box opening. speaker to shelf panel.
lnstallation lnstallation
(1) Install speaker onto mounting studs through (1) Position speaker under shelf panel and install
glove box opening. The speaker terminals should face four mounting screws.
glove box. (2) Connect speaker leads.
0 GROUP 2

FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING LINKAGE


CONTENTS
Page Page
LOWER BALL JOINTS .................. 10 TORSION BAR ........................ 5
LOWER CONTROL ARM AND SHAFT ..... 8 UPPER BALL JOINTS .................. _ _ _ _ 13
LOWER CONTROL ARM STRUT .......... UPPER CONTROL ARM ................. 11
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10
PRE-ALIGNM ENT INSPECTION .......... 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT ................... 3
Height Adjustment ................... 4 Camber ............................. 3
SPEC1FlCAT1ONS ...................... 13 Caster .............................. 3
STEERING KNUCKLES ................. 6 Steering Axis Inclination .............. 3
STEERING LINKAGE ................... 6 Toe-in .............................. 3
SWAY BAR.. .......................... 7 Toe-out On Turns (Turning Radius) ..... 3
TIGHTENING REFERENCE .............. 14
GENERAL INFORMATION
The torsion bar rear anchors are integral with the Service replacement ball joints are equipped with a
engine rear support member and the front anchors, "Knock-Off" type lubrication fitting. After lubrica-
which are part of the lower control arms, provide the tion, knock off that portion of the fitting over which
means of adjusting vehicle front height. The lower the lubrication gun was installed. A ball check is in-
ball joints are integral with the steering arms. Com- stalled in the remaining portion of the fitting to pre-
pression type lower balljoints are used on all Models. vent foreign materials from passing through.
All ball joints and the torsion bars at the front of The tie rod ends are serviced separately and
the rear anchors are effectively sealed against road should be inspected for damage at all oil change
splash by tightly fitted balloon type flexible seals. The periods.
ball joints and tie rod ends are of the semi-permanent Caster and camber adjustments are controlled by
lubricated type. cams on the upper control arm pivot bolts.
When re-lubrication of the ball joints and tie rod All front suspension points that contain rubber
end assemblies is required remove the plugs and should be tightened while the suspension is at the
install a lubrication fitting. After the lubrication is specified height (see specifications), with full weight
completed reinstall the plugs. of vehicle on its wheels.
Lower ball joints, steering arm assemblies, should Rubber bushings should not be lubricated at any
not be replaced for looseness if the axial end play (Up time.
and Down movement) is under .050 inch. Looseness ON MODELS EQUIPPED WITH DISC BRAKES, RE-
of this nature is not detrimental and will not affect FER TO GROUP 5 FOR BRAKE DISC REMOVAL
front wheel alignment or vehicle stability. AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
FRONT END NOISE (a) Ball joint needs lubrication. (a) Lubricate ball joint.
(b) Shock absorber inoperative or bush- (b) Replace bushings.
ings worn.
(c) Worn strut bushings. (c) Replace bushing.
(d) Loose struts. (d) Inspect bushings and tighten strut
nuts.
(e) Loose steering gear on frame. (e) Tighten steering gear mounting bolts.
(f) Worn upper control arm bushings. (f) Replace worn bushings.
(g) Worn lower control arm shaft bush- (g) Replace worn bushings.
ings.
(h) Excessively worn upper ball joint. (h) Replace ball joint.
(i) Excessively worn lower ball joint. (i) Replace ball joint.
(j) Worn tie rod ends. (j) Replace tie rod end.
(k) Loose or worn front wheel bearings. (k) Adjust or replace bearings a s neces-
sa ry.
(I) Steering arm contacting the control (I) Smooth off contacting areas and lu-
arm or strut. bricate with a water resistant grease.
2-2 FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING LINKAGE 0

Condition Possible Cause Correction


POOR DIRECTIONAL (a) Low or uneven tire pressure. (a) Inflate tires to correct pressure.
STABILITY (b) Loose wheel bearings. (b) Adjust wheel bearing.
(c) Improper steering cross shaft adjust- (c) Adjust steering cross shaft.
ment.
(d) Steering gear not centered. (d) Adjust steering gear.
(e) Worn idler arm bushing. (e) Replace bushing or idler arm as
necessary.
Loose or failed front strut bushings. (f) Replace bushings.
Weak or broken rear spring. (g) Replace spring.
Incorrect front wheel alignment or (h) Measure and adjust front wheel
suspension heights. alignment and suspension heights.
Shock absorber inoperative. (i) Replace shock absorber.
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member.
HARD STEERING (a) Ball joints need lubrication. (a) Lubricate ball joints.
(b) Low or uneven tire pressure. (b) Inflate tires to the recommended
pressures.
(c) Low power steering fluid level. (c) Fill power steering pump reservoir to
correct level.
(d) Lack of assist of power steering (d) Inspect and test poweir steering pump
system. and gear. Service as re!quired.
(e) Low front suspension height (e) Adjust heights to speciifications.
(f) Incorrect front wheel alignment (Par- (f) Replace bent parts and adjust front
ticularly caster) resulting from- a bent wheel alignment.
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conrroi arm sreering KnucKie or sreer-
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ing knuckle arm.


Steering gear not adjusted properly. (g) Adjust steering gear.
Idler arm binding. (h) Free-up idler arm.
EXCESSIVE PLAY Worn or loose front wheel bearings. (a) Adjust or replace wheel bearings as
I N STEERING necessary.
Incorrect steering gear adjustment (b) Adjust steering gear.
Loose steering gear to frame mount- (c) Tighten steering gear to frame bolts.
ing bolts.
Worn tie rod ends. (d) Replace tie rods as necessary.
Worn steering gear parts. (e) Replace worn steering gear parts and
adjust steering gear as necessary.
(f) Worn upper control arm ball joints. (f) Replace ball b h t s .
(g) Worn lower control arm ball joints. (g) Replace ball joints.
(h) Worn idler arm bushings. (h) Replace bushing.
FRONT WHEEL (a) Tire and wheel out of balance. (a) Balance wheel and tin? assembly.
SHIMMY (b) Unever tire wear, or excessively worn (b) Rotate or replace tires as necessary.
tires.
(c) Worn or loose wheel bearings. (c) Replace or adjust whece l bearings.
(d) Worn tie rod ends. (d) Replace tie rod ends.
(e) Strut mounting bushings loose or (e) Replace strut mounting bushings.
worn.
(f) Incorrect front wheel alignment and (f) Adjust front wheel ali,gnment and car
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(g) Upper ball joints loose or excessively (g) TkKtgn to specifications or replace
worn. as necessary.
VEHICLE PULLS TO Low or uneven tire pressure. (a) Inflate tires to the recommended pres-
ONE SIDE sure.
Front brake dragging. (b) Adjust brakes.
Grease, lubricant or brake fluid leak- (c) Replace brake shoe and lining as
ing onto brake lining. necessary and eliminate all leaks.
Loose strut bushings. (d) Inspect bushings and replace as
necessary.
Power steering control valve out of (e) Adjust steering gear control valve.
adjustment.
Incorrect front wheel alignment (par- (f) Adjust front wheel alignment.
ticularly caster).
Broken or sagging front or rear (g) Replace spring.
spring.
0 FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING LINKAGE 2-3
Condition Possible Cause Correction
(h) Excessively worn suspension pivot (h) Replace bushings.
bushings.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
WHEEL ALIGNMENT vertical is negative camber. Outward tilt of the wheel
at the top is positive camber. Excessive camber is a
Front wheel alignment is the proper adjustment of tire wear factor; negative camber causes wear on
all the interrelated suspension angles affecting the the inside of the tire, while positive camber causes
running and steering of the front wheels of the ve- wear to the outside.
hicle. The importance of wheel alignment and wheel Toe-in is measured in inches and is the distance
balancing is considered essential in order to main- the leading edges of the tires are closer than the
tain ease of steering, good directional stability and trailing edges. Toein is considered the most serious
to prevent abnormal tire wear. cause for excessive tire wear. Toe-in is the last of
Under every day driving conditions the front wheel the alignment angles to be set in the front wheel
alignment angles change and therefore it becomes alignment operation.
necessary that every vehicle should have an align- Steering Axis Inclination is measured in degrees
ment check at least once a year. Such an inspection of and is the amount the spindle support center line is
the front suspension and steering components is a tilted from true vertical. It has a fixed relation-
preventative maintenance service and also has a ship with camber settings and does not change except
definite bearing on the safe operation of the vehicle. when a spindle or ball joint is damaged or bent.
The method of checking front wheel alignment This angle is not adjustable and damaged parts must
will vary depending on the type of equipment being be replaced.
used. The instructions furnished by the manufacturer Toaout on Turns (Turning Radius) is measured in
of the equipment should always be followed, with the
exception that the specifications recommended by
the Chrysler Motors Corporation be used. HEIGHT
There are six basic factors which are the founda-
tion to front wheel alignment; height, caster, camber,
toe-in, steering axis inclination and toe-out on turns.
All are mechanically adjustable except steering axis
inclination and toe-out on turns. The latter two are
valuable in determining if parts are bent or damaged
particularly when the camber and caster adjustments
cannot be brought within the recommended specifi-
cations (Fig. 1).
Do not attempt to modify any suspension or rteer- POSITIVE NEGATIVE
CASTER CASTER
ing components by heating or bending.
FRONT OF CAR-
All adjustments should be made in the following
sequence:
(a) Front suspension height
(b) Caster and Camber
(c) Toe in
(d) Steering Axis Inclination POSITIVE NEGATIVE
’IVOT POINT
@
(e) Toe-out on Turns. CAMBER CAMBER
Caster is the number of degrees of forward or
backward tilt of the spindle support arm at the top.
Forward tilt of the spindle support arm at the top is
negative caster. Backward tilt of the spindle support WHEELS TURN
arm at the top from true vertical is positive caster.
Camber is the number of degrees the top of the
wheel ii; tilted inward or outward from a true verti-
cal. Inward tilt of the top of the wheel from true Fig. I-Wheel Alignment Factors
2-4 FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING LINKAGE 0

degrees and is the amount one front wheel turns maintain steering ease and handling of vehicle.
sharper than the other on a turn. This angle is The equipment manufacturers recommended pro-
designed into the steering arms in relationship to cedure should always be followed. Any parts of the
the wheelbase of the vehicle and is not adjustable. front suspension system should be replaced if they
When checking the turning radius and it is found not are found to be bent. Do not attempt to straighten any
to be within the recommended specifications, look bent part.
for possible bent or
Height
PR E-ALIG N MEN1 Front suspension heights must be held to specifica-
tions for a satisfactory ride, correct appearance,
Before any attempt IS maae to cnange or correct proper front wheel alignment and reduced tire wear.
the wheel alignment factors the following inspection The heights should only be measured after the ve-
and necessary corrections must be made on those hicle has the recommended tire pressures, a full
parts which influence the steering of the vehicle. tank of fuel, no passenger or luggage compartment
(1) Check and inflate tires to recommended pres- load and is on a level floor or alignment machine rack.
sure. All tires should be same size and be in good (1) Clean all foreign material from bottom of steer-
condition and have approximately same wear. Note ing knuckle arm assemblies and from lowest area of
type of tire tread wear which will aid in diagnosing the height adjusting blades directly below center of
(Group 22). lower control arm inner pivots.
(2) Check and adjust front wheel bearings (Group (2) Jounce vehicle several times releasing it on
22). downward motion.
(3) Check front wheel and tire assembly for radial (3) Measure distance from lowest point of one ad-
and lateral runout (follow the Equipment Manu- justing blade to floor (Measurement A) and from low-
facturers Instructions (Group 22). est point of steering knuckle arm, on same side
(4) Check wheel and tire for unbalance conditions (Measurement B) to floor (Fig. 2). Measure only one
both static and dynamic which could affect steering. side at a time.
(5) Inspect ball joints and all steering linkage pivot (4) Refer to Specifications and adjust if necessary
points for excessive looseness. by turning torsion bar adjusting bolt clockwise to in-
(6) Check shock absorbers for leaks and jounce crease height and counterclockwise to decrease
vehicle to determine if shock absorbers have proper height.
control. (5) After each adjustment, jounce vehicle before
(7) Check steering gear for roughness, binding or remeasuring. Both sides should be measured even
sticking condition and adjust as necessary. though only one side has been adjusted.
(8) Check rear springs for cracks or broken leaves (6) Measure other side in same manner. The maxi-
and “U” bolts for proper tightness and measure mum allowable difference in suspension height from
height differential between left and right sides of side to side is 1/8 inch on all Models.
vehicle. (Vehicle should be on level floor or on align-
ment rack) with a full tank of fuel and no luggage or Camber and Caster
passenger load. Access holes to loosen upper control arm cam bolt
(9) Front suspension heights must only be checked nuts have been provided for in the fender side shields
after the vehicle has the recommended tire pres- (Fig. 3) of the Coronet model vehicles. The front
sures, full tank of fuel, no passenger load and is on access hole is made available by removing splash cov-
a level floor or alignment rack.
To obtain accurate readings, vehicle should be
jounced in following manner just prior to taking each
measurement (Height - Caster - Camber and Toe):
Grasp bumpers at center (rear bumper first) and
jounce up and down several times. Always release
bumpers on the down cycle after jouncing both rear
and front ends an equal number of times.

WHEEL ALIGNMENT ADJUSTMENTS


Front wheel alignment settings must be held to
specifications to hold tire wear to a minimum and to Fig. 2-Measuring Front Suspension Height
SUSPENSION AND STEERING LINKAGE 2-5
CnnniT
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Fig. 3-Access Opening in Fender Shield Fig. 4-Torsion Bar NK377


er tapping screws and cover.
(1) Prepare vehicle for measuring wheel alignment. (3) Release all load from torsion bar (Fig. 4) by
(2) Remove all foreign material from exposed turning anchor adjusting bolt (Fig. 5) counterclock-
threads of cam adjusting bolts. wise.
(3)Record initial camber and caster readings be- (4) Remove lock ring from torsion bar rear an-
fore loosening cam bolt nuts. chor (Fig. 4).
(4) Camber settings should be held as close as pos- (5) Using Tool (2-3728,remove torsion bar (Fig. 5)
sible to the “preferred” setting. Caster should be held from its anchors. It is advisable to place Tool (2-3728
as nearly equal as possible on both wheels. See speci- toward rear of torsion bar to allow sufficient room for
fications at rear of group. striking the striking pad of tool. Do not apply heat to
torsion bar, front anchor or rear anchor.
(6) Remove tool and slide rear anchor balloon seal
Toe-ln
The toe setting should be the final operation of the from anchor to facilitate removal of torsion bar.
front wheel alignment adjustments. The front wheels (7) Remove torsion bar by sliding bar out through
must be in a straight ahead position. Follow the rear of anchor. Use care not to damage balloon seal
equipment manufacturers procedure. The steering when it is removed from torsion bar.
wheel should also be centered during this operation.
Turning the tie rod sleeve will “center” the steer- inspection
ing wheel spokes. If the steering wheel was centered, (1) Inspect balloon seal for damage and replace if
make the toe-in adjustment by turning both sleeves
an equal amount.
Tighten adjusting sleeve clamp bolt nuts 15 foot-
pounds. Make sure clamp bolt nuts are on the bottom.

TORSION BAR
The torsion bars are not interchangeable side for
side. The bars are marked either right or left by an
“R” or an “L” stamped on one end of the bar.

Removal
(1) Remove upper control arm rebound bumper.
(2) If vehicle is to be raised on a hoist, make sure it
is lifted on body only so that front suspension is in
full rebound (under no load). If vehicle is to be raised
on jacks, placed under center of crossmember it will
be necessary that, a support first be placed between
the crossmember and the jack. Fig. 5-Removing Torsion Bar
2-6 FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING LINKAGE 0

necessary. install upper mounting bolts and nuts. Tighten nut


(2) Inspect torsion bar for scores and nicks. Dress finger tight only.
down all scratches and nicks to remove sharp edges, (2) Position steering knuckle arm on steering
then pajnt repaired area with a good rust preventa- knuckle and install mounting bolts and nuts finger
tive. tight only.
(3) Remove all foreign material from hex openings (3) Install upper ball joint stud in steering knuckle
in anchors and from hex ends of torsion bars. and tighten ball joint stud nut 55 foot-pounds @art)
(4) Inspect adjusting bolt and swivel and replace and 100 foot-pounds (Coronet). Install cotter pin.
if any corrosion or other damage is noted. Lubricate (4) Tighten steering knuckle upper bolt nuts 55
for easy operation. foot-pounds. Tighten lower bolt nuts 100 foot-pounds
(Dart) 120 foot-pounds (Coronet models).
fnsfullatlon (5) Place a load on the torsion bar by turning ad-
(1) Insert torsion bar through rear anchor. justing bolt clockwise.
(2) Slide balloon seal over torsion bar (cupped end (6) Install wheel, tire and drum assembly and ad-
toward rear of bar). just front wheel bearings (Group 22).
(3) Coat both hex ends of torsion bar with Multi- (7) Lower vehicle to floor and install upper control
Mileage Lubricant or equivalent. arm rebound bumper. Tighten nut 200 inch-pounds.
(4) Slide torsion bar into hex opening of lower con- (8) Measure and adjust front wheel alignment as
trol arm. necessary.
(5) Install lock ring in rear anchor.
(6) Pack the annular opening in rear anchor com- STEERING LINKAGE (Figs. 6,7)
pletely full of Multi-Mileage Lubricant or equivalent.
(7) Position balloon seal on rear anchor so lip of The tie rod end seals should be inspected for
seal engages with groove in anchor. damage at all oil change periods.
(8) Turn adjusting bolt clockwise to place a load on
torsion bar. Removal
(9) Lower vehicle to floor and adjust front suspen- Removal of tie rod ends from the steering knuckle
sion height. arm or center link by methods other than using Tool
(10) Install upper control arm rebound bumper and C3894 will damage tie rod end seal.
tighten nut 200 inch-pounds. When removing tie rod ends, idler arm or steering
gear arm, all seals should be closely inspected for
STEERING KNUCKLES wear or damage. The tie rod ends are of the semi-
permanently lubricated type.
ON MODELS EQUIPPED WITH DISC BRAKES, RE- Damaged seals require removal of the seals and
FER TO GROUP 5 FOR BRAKE DISC REMOVAL inspection of the tie rod assembly end at the throat
AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES. opening. If the parts have not lost all the lubricant or
are not contaminated, worn or rusted, use new seals
Removal ' I
(1) Remove upper control arm rebound bumper. KNUCKLE - (
(2) Raise vehicle so front suspension is in full re- / '\ '\ TIE ROD END
bound (under no load).
(3) Remove wheel, tire and drum as an assembly.
(4) Remove all load from torsion bar by turning
adjusting bolt counterclockwise.
(5) Remove upper ball joint stud from steering
knuckle using Tool C-3711.
(6) Remove two upper bolts attaching steering
knuckle to brake support.
(7) Remove two lower bolts attaching steering arm
to steering knuckle and remove steering knuckle.
Support the brake assembly during this operation to
prevent damage to brake hose when lower bolts are
removed.

frssfallution
(1) Position steering knuckle on brake support and Fig. 6-Stmring Linkage (Dart)
c\ FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING LINKAGE 2-7

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Fig. &Steering Linkage (Part)

and reinstall, otherwise, a new complete tie rod end


assembly should be installed. Lubricate the tie rod
end assembly.
(1) Remove tie rod ends from steering knuckle Fig. 7-Steering linkage (Coronet-Charger)
arms (Fig.8). Use care not to damage seals. stall cotter pins.
(2) Remove inner tie rod ends from center link. (3) Connect tie rod ends to steering knuckle arms.
(3) Remove idler arm stud from center link. Tighten nuts 40 foot-pounds and install cotter pins.
(4) Remove idler arm stud from crossmember. (4) Measure and adjust front wheel toe.
(5) Remove steering gear arm stud from center
link. SWAY BAR (Figs. 9,101
lnstallation RemovaI-Dart-Coronet-C~,arger
Replace all tie rod and steering arm assemblies that (1) Loosen and remove upper link nut, retainer and
are damaged or worn. rubber insulator on both sides.
(1) Position idler arm stud in bracket and install (2) Loosen and remove bolts attaching both brack-
washer and nut. Tighten nut 45 foot-pounds (maxi- ets to front crossmember.
mum) and install cotter pin. (3) Remove sway bar from vehicle.
(2) Place center link over idler arm and steering (4) Loosen and remove nuts, retainers and rubber
gear arm studs and tighten nuts 40 foot-pounds. In-
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NK387

Fig. 8-Removing Tie Rod End Stud from


Fig. 7-Steering Linkage (Coronet-Charger) Steering Knuckle Arm
2-8 FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING LINKAGE 0

RETAINER
INSULATOR

INSULATOR^
RETAINER-? ND 53C
NN43A NUT-
Fig. I I-lower Control Arm (Dart)
Fig. 9-Swoy Barr Assembly (Durtj
pounds.
insulators and remove links from lower control arm
(3) retainer on link, followed by
bracket. insulator and sway bar. Using a screwdriver or pinch
(5) If the rubber insulator bushings show bar between strut and sway bar, if necessary apply
sive wear or deterioration of rubber, install new
pressure and install uppr rubber insulator, retainer
bushings. and nut, tighten nuts 100 inch-pounds.
The sway bar cushions are not serviced separately.
If replacement is necessary, install a new sway bar
LOWER CONTROL ARM AND SHAFT
assembly.
(Figs. 11,121

CROSS MEMBER
\
SHAFT
\
CONTROL ARM

\
STRUT KNUCKLE ARM
\
NP341 ND53D

Fig. I 0 4 w o y k r Assembly ICoronot-Charger) Fig. 1240wer Control Arm (Coronet)


0 FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING LINKAGE 2-9
(2) Remove torsion bar from lower control arm.
(3) Remove tie rod end from steering knuckle arm
using Tool C-3894 (Fig. 8). Use care not to damage
seal.
(4) Remove sway bar link from lower control
arm.
(5) Remove steering knuckle to brake support bolts
and remove steering knuckle arm. Move brake sup-
port assembly out of way.
(6) Remove ball joint stud from lower control arm
using Tool C-3846 (Fig. 13). The bottom portion of NN47 ‘ij,
tool must be positioned between seal and control
arm to avoid seal damage. Fig. 14-Strvt Crossmember Bushing (Coronet)
(7)Remove strut front nut and bushing retainer vise and remove strut nut.
(Fig. 11)from forward end of cross-member. (2) Remove strut from control arm.
(8) Remove cotter pin, nut and washer from lower
(3) Remove torsion bar adjusting bolt and swivel.
control arm shaft. (4) Place lower control arm assembly in an arbor
(9) Tap end of lower control arm shaft with a “soft press with torsion bar hex opening up and with a
end” hammer to aid in removal of shaft from cross- support under outer edge of control arm.
member. (5) Place a brass drift into hex opening and press
(10) Remove lower control arm, shaft and strut as shaft out of lower control arm. The bushing inner
an assembly. shell will remain on shaft.
(11) Remove strut bushing from crossmember only
(6) Cut and remove rubber portion of bushing from
if damaged. All models (except Dart) use a three
control arm shaft.
piece bushing arrangement (Fig. 14). (7)Remove bushing outer shell by cutting with a
(12) Remove strut bushing inner retainer from
chisel. Use care not to cut into control arm.
strut. (8) Remove bushing inner shell from pivot shaft.
Cut off if necessary.
Disassembly
(1) Place strut portion of control arm assembly in a Assembly
(1) Position new bushing on shaft (flange end of
bushing first) press shaft into inner sleeve until bush-
ing seats on shoulder of shaft.
(2) Press shaft and bushing assembly into lower
control arm using Tool C-3848 and an arbor press.
In some instances it may be necesssary to reduce the
diameter of shaft shoulder to facilitate use of tool.
(3) Install torsion bar adjusting bolt and swivel.
(4) Position strut in lower control arm and tighten
nut 110 foot-pounds.

lnstallcrtion
(1) On Dart models, install new strut bushing with
a twisting motion. Water may be used as a lubricant
to aid in installation. Do not use oil or grease.
(2) Place strut bushing inner retainer on strut and
install lower control arm shaft and strut assembly.
Install strut, strut bushing outer retainer and nut
finger tight only.
(3) On Coronet models, position front strut bush-
ing half and sleeve into crossmember. Place rear re-
tainer and rear strut bushing on strut and position
control arm, shaft and strut assembly into cross-
member. Install strut bushing outer retainer and
Fig. 13-Removing Lower Ball Joint Stud (Dart) nut finger tight only.
2-10 FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING LINKAGE 0

(4) Install lower control arm shaft washer and nut pivot shaft nut 180 foot-pounds and install cotter
finger tight only. pin. Tighten shock absorber nut 55 foot-pounds.
(5) Position lower ball joint stud into lower control (9) Adjust front wheel alignment as necessary.
arm and tighten nut 100 foot-pounds, and install
cotter p i n LOWER BALL JOINTS
(6) Position brake support on steering knuckle and
install two upper bolts and nuts iinger tight only. ON MODELS EQUIPPED WITH DISC BRAKES, RE-
(7) Position steering knuckle arm on steering FER TO GROUP 5 FOR BRAKE DISC REMOVAL
knuckle and install two lower bolts and nuts. AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES.
(8) Tighten upper bolt nuts 55 foot-pounds. Tighten
lower bolt nuts 100 foot-pounds (Dart) 120 foot- inspection
pounds (Coronet). (1)Raise the front of the vehicle at the outer most
(9) Inspect tie rod end seal and replace if damaged. portion of the control arm. This will unseat the
Connect tie rod end to steering knuckle arm and ball joint stud.
tighten nut 40 foot-pounds and install cotter pin. (2) With the weight of the vehicle on the control
(10) Connect shock absorber to control arm and arm, measure the axial travel of the ball joint hous-
tighten finger tight only. ing arm with respect to the ball joint stud by raising
(11)Install wheel, tire and drum assembly and ad- and lowering the wheel.
just front wheel bearing (Group 22). (3) If the axial travel of the housing arm is .050”
(12) Lower vehicle to floor and tighten strut nut, at or more, the ball joint should be replaced.
crossmember 40 foot-pounds.
(13) Adjust front suspension height.
Removal
(14) Tighten lower control arm shaft nut 130 foot- The lower ball joint is integral with the steering
pounds, and install cotter pin, tighten shock absorber arm and is not serviced separately. Compression type
lower bushings to 50 foot-pounds. lower ball joints are used on all models.
(15) Measure and adjust front wheel alignment as (1) Remove upper control arm rebound bumper.
necessary. (2) Raise vehicle so front suspension is in full re-
bound. Remove all load from torsion bar by turning
LOWER CONTROL ARM STRUT adjusting bolt counterclockwise. If jacks are used to
raise vehicle it is essential that a support be used
Removal between the crossmember and jack.
(1) Remove lower control arm, shaft and strut as (31 Remove wheel. tire and drum as an assembly. It
an assembly. may be necessary to’back-off the brakc? shoes to facili-
(2) Remove nut holding strut to lower control arm tate removal of drum assembry.
and remove strut firom control arm. (4) Remove two lower bolts from th e brake support
(3) Inspect strut bushings (fig. 14). If bushings are attaching steering arm and ball joint assembly to
worn or deterioratcjd, install new bushings. steering knuckle.
(5) Remove tie rod end from steering arm using
lnstallation Tool C-3894. Use care not to damage M ial.
(1) Install new sitrut bushings, if necessary. (6) Using Tool C-3846 remove ball joint stud from
(2) Position struIt into control arm and tighten nut lower control arm (Fig. 13), and rem0ve steering arm
110 foot-pounds. and ball joint assembly.
(3) Position strut bushing inner retainer on strut
and position control arm shaft and strut assembly lnstallation
into crossmember, Install strut front bushing, sleeve (1) Place a new seal over ball joint (if necessary)
and retainer. Tighten nut finger tight only. and using a 1-7/8 inch socket press retainer portion
(4) Install control arm pivot shaft washer and of seal down on ball joint housing until it is securely
nut finger tight only. locked in position (on police and taxi vehicles, in-
(5) Connect shock absorber to lower control arm stall seal using Tool C-3736).
and tighten nut finger tight only. (2) Position steering arm and ball joint assembly on
(6) Lower vehicle to floor so full weight is on its steering knuckle and install two mounting bolts.
wheels. Tighten nuts 100 foot-pounds (Dart), 120 foot-pounds
(7) Adjust front suspension heights to specifica- (Coronet).
tions. (3) Insert ball joint stud into opening in lower con-
(8) Tighten front strut nut to 40 foot-pounds and trol arm.
0 FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING LINKAGE 2-11

ND 54C

Fig. 15-Upper Control Arm (Dart)


(4) Install stud retaining nut and tighten 100 foot-
pounds, (Dart and Coronet models). Install cotter pin
and lubricate ball joint, see Lubrication Section Group Fig. 17-Removing Upper Ball Joint Stud (Dart)
“0”.
(5) Inspect tie rod seal for damage and replace if UPPER CONTROL ARM (Figs. 15,161
damaged. Connect tie rod end to steering knuckle
arm, tighten nut 40 foot-pounds, and install cotter pin. Removal and Disassembly
(6) Place a load on torsion bar by turning adjusting (1) Place a jack under lower control arm as close to
bolt clockwise. wheel as possible and raise vehicle until wheel clears
(7) Install wheel, tire and drum assembly and ad- floor.
just front wheel bearing (Group 22). (2) Remove wheel and tire as an assembly.
(8) Lower vehicle to floor, install upper control arm (3) On Dart, Coronet and Charger models, remove
rebound bumper and tighten nut 200 inch-pounds. upper and lower ball joint stud nuts. On Dart models,
(9) Measure front suspension height and adjust if it may be necessary to add approximately 7/16 inch
necessary. of flat washers over lower ball joint stud to allow
(10) Measure front wheel alignment and adjust if the use of Tool C-3711 without damaging threads on
necessary. lower ball joint stud. Place Tool C-3711 over stud.
”urn threaded portion of tool locking it securely
5AM ASSEMBLY against the upper stud (Fig. 17).
To use Tool C-3711 as outlined, it may be necessary
to modify the tool (Fig. 18).
(4) Spread tool enough to place upper stud under a
load, then strike steering knuckle sharply with a

FWD. W
KNUCKLE
A. REMOVE 1/16 INCH FROM LOWER PART OF TOOL.
6. ROUND OFF PORTION OF THE TOOL THAT IS
POSITIONED NEXT TO THE STEERING KNUCKLE ARM.
ND55C ND127

Fig. 16-Upper Control Arm ICoronet-Chargor)


2-12 FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING L.INKAGE 0

assemble Tool C3710, using adaptor SP3826 in place


of adaptor SP-3088, over bushing and press bushing
out of arm (Fig. 20).

Assembly
When installing new bushings, be sure control arm
is supported squarely at point where bushing is being
pressed in. Do not use oil or grease to aid in instal-
lation.
(1) Position flange end of new bushing in Tool C-
3710, support control arm squarely, and press bush-
ings into control arm (from outside) until tapered
portion of bushing seats on the arm. On Coronet
police and taxi application (using bushing support
sleeve) remove Tool C-3710 after bushing has been
Fig. 19-Removing or Installing Upper Ball Joint
installed and install adaptor SP-3827 in place of SP-
hammer to loosen stud. Do not attempt to force stud 3233A cup on tool and install support sleeve on
out of steering knuckle with tool alone. bushing (Fig. 21).
(5) On Coronet models, remove upper ball joint nut (2) Install ball joint into arm using Tool C-3714
and remove stud from steering knuckle using Tool (Tool C-3560 Coronet). Tighten until seated (125 foot-
(2-3964. pounds minimum). The ball joint will cut threads into
(6) Remove nuts, lockwashers, cams and cam bolts a new arm during tightening operations.
attaching upper control arm and bushings (Figs. 15, (3) Install a new ball joint seal using a 1-7/8" sock-
16), to support brackets. Lift control arm up and et, making sure it is seated fully on ball joint hous-
away from support. ing. On Dart Models install seal using Tool C-3714.
(7) Remove ball joint (Fig. 19) using Tool C3714
(Tool (2-3560 Coronet). The seal will come off as ball Installation
joint is removed. (1) Slide control arm into position and install cam
(8) Assemble Tool (2-3710 over bushing and press bolts, cams, washers and nuts (Figs. 15 and 16).
bushing out of arm (from inside out) (Fig. 20). To Tighten nuts in preparation for final adjustments.
remove upper control arm rear bushing support (2) Slide upper ball joint stud into position in steer-
sleeve (used on Coronet police and taxi application) ing knuckle and install nut. Tighten nut 100 foot-
pounds, (Dart 55 foot-pounds). Install cotter pin and

Fig.20-Removing Uppew Control Arm Bushing Fig. 21-/nrtalling Support Sleeve'on Bushing
0 SPECIFICATIONS 2-13
lubricate ball joint. Tighten lower stud nut 100 foot- steering knuckle.
pounds. (6) Using Tool C-3560, (Tool C-3714 Dart) unscrew
(3) Install wheel and tire. Adjust wheel bearing ball joint from upper control arm (Fig. 19). The
(Group 22). seal will come off as ball joint is being removed.
(4) Measure and adjust vehicle height and wheel
alignment. Tighten cam bolt nuts 65 foot-pounds. lnsfallation
When installing a ball joint, make certain the ball
UPPER BALL JOINTS ioint threads engage those of the control arm square
ly. Balloon type seals should always be replaced once
ON MODELS EQUIPPED WITH DISC BRAKES, RE- they have been removed.
FER TO GROUP 5 FOR BRAKE DISC REMOVAL (1) Screw ball joint squarely into control arm as far
AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES. as possible by hand.
(2) Using Tool C-3560 (Tool C-3714 Dart) tighten
Removal ball joint until it bottoms on housing. Tighten to a
(1) Raise vehicle by placing a jack under lower con- minimum of 125 foot-pounds.
trol arm as close as possible to wheel. If ball joint cannot be torqued to 125 foot-pounds,
(2) Remove wheel, tire and drum. inspect threads on ball joint and also in control arm
(3) On Dart and Coronet Models, remove upper and replace as necessary.
and lower ball joint stud nuts. On Dart models, it (3) Position a new seal over ball joint stud and in-
will be necessary to add approximately 7/16'' of flat stall using a 1-7/8" socket making sure it is seated
washers over lower ball joint stud to allow the use fully on ball joint housing. On Dart Models, install
of Tool C-3711 without damaging threads on lower seal using Tool C3714.
ball joint stud. Place Tool C-3711 over studs. Turn (4) Position ball joint stud in steering knuckle and
threaded portion of tool locking it securely against install a retaining nut.
upper stud (Fig. 17). To use Tool C-3711 as outlined (5) Tighten nut 100 foot-pounds, (Dart 55 foot-
it will be necessary to modify it, as shown in pounds). Install cotter pin, lubricate ball joint.
Figure 18. (6) Install lower ball joint stud nut and tighten
(4) Spread tool enough to place upper stud under a 100 foot-pounds.
load, then strike steering knuckle sharply with a (7) Install wheel, tire and drum assembly and
hammer to loosen stud. Do not attempt to force stud adjust front wheel bearings (Group 22).
out of steering knuckle with tool alone. (8) Lower vehicle and adjust front suspension
( 5 ) Remove tool, then remove ball joint stud from height.

SP ECIFICATI0NS
Dart Coronet

CAMBER-Left ................................................. +1/4" to +314" (+1/2" preferred)


-Right ................................................ 0" to +1/2" (+1/4" preferred)
CASTER-Ma n ua 1 Steering ...................................... 0" to -1"
-Power Steering ....................................... +1/4" to +1-114"
HEIGHT (inches) Standard & Heavy Duty ........................ 2-1/8*1/8 1-718 k 118
Side to Side Difference (Maximum) ...................... 118
STEERING AXIS INCLINATION 7-112"
TOE-I N ....................................................... 3/32 to 5132 inch (118 preferred)
TOE-OUTON TURNS
When Inner Wheel is 20" outer wheel is ........................ 17.6" 17.8"
TORSION BARS-Length (inches) ............................... 35.8 41
-Diameter (inches)
Standard Suspension (6 cyl.) ................. 0.83 0.86
.................
(8 cyl.) 0.85 0.88
Heavy Duty Suspension ...................... 0.87 0.90
Police, 426 & 440 Engine .....................
Station Wagon ..............................
0.92
0.88
TREAD (inches)-Front .......................................... 57.4 59.5
-Rear .......................................... 55.5 58.5
WHEEL BASE (inches) .......................................... 111 117
2-14 TIGHTENING REFERENCE 0

TIGHTENING REFERENCE
Foot Inch Foot Inch
Pounds
................... 100
Pounds
Ball Joint-Upper 125 (Min.) Lower (Coronet) ................... 120
....................... (Dart) ...................... 100
Nut-Lower
-Upper (Except Dart) .......... 100 Upper ............................ 55
(Dart) ................. 55 Strut Nuts
............................. 40
Control Arm Front
Pivot Shaft Nut ................... 130 Rear ............................. 110
................. 200
Rebound Bumpers
Crossmember Bolts ................. 150
Sway Eliminator Shaft
Frame Bracket Bolt Nut (Dart) .....
....
30
Engine Mounting Bolts .............. 85 Link Insulator Retainer Bolt Nut
Link to Frame Bracket Nut ........
100
100
Idler Arm Stud Nuts
at Center Link ....................
a t Mounting Bracket .............. 40
45
Tie Rod Ends
Sleeve Clamp Bolt Nut ............. 15
Shock Absorber N&-Front Stud Nuts ........................ 40
Lower ............................ 50 Wheel Nuts
Upper ............................ 25 Except Dart ....................... 65
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts ........ 50 Dart .............................. 55
Steering Knuckle Bolt Nuts
0 GROUP 3

REAR AXLE
CONTENTS
Page Page
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY (71/4") RING GEAR 2 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS .................. 1
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY (83h") RING GEAR 11 SPECIFICATIONS ...................... 42
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY (9Y4" AND SUR E-G R I P DIFFERENTIAL ............. 37
93/4") RING GEAR ................... 26 TIGHTENING REFERENCE ............. 44

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
REAR WHEEL NOISE (a) Wheel loose. (a) Tighten loose wheel nuts.
(b) Scored wheel bearing cup or cone. (b) Check rear wheel bearings. If scored
or worn, replace.
(c) Defective, brinelled wheel bearing.

(d) Excessive axle shaft end play.


(c) Defective or brinelled bearings must
be replaced. Check rear axle shaft
end play.
(d) Readjust axle shaft end play.
I
(e) Bent or sprung axle shaft flange. (e) Replace bent or sprung axle shaft.
SCORING OF (a) Insufficient lubrication. (a) Replace scored gears. Scoring marks
DIFFERENTIAL GEARS on the pressure face of gear teeth
AND PINIONS or in the bore are caused by instan-
taneous fusing of the mating surfaces.
Scored gears should be replaced. Fill
rear axle to required capacity with
proper lubricant.
See Specification section.
(b) Improper grade of lubricant (b) Replace scored gears. Inspect all
gears and bearings for possible dam-
age. Clean out and refill axle to re-
quired capacity with proper lubricant.
See Lubrication section.
(c) Excessive spinning of one wheel. (c) Replace scored gears. Inspect all
gears, pinion bores and shaft for
scoring, or bearings for possible dam-
age. Service as necessary.
TOOTH BREAKAGE (RING (a) Overloading. (a) Replace gears. Examine other gears
GEAR AND PINION) and bearings for possible damage.
Replace parts as needed. Avoid Over-
loading.
(b) Erratic clutch operation. (b) Replace gears, and examine remain-
ing parts for possible damage. Avoid
erratic clutch operation.
(c) Ice-spotted pavements. (c) Replace gears. Examine remaining
parts for possible damage. Replace
parts as required.
(d) Improper adjustment. (d) Replace gears. Examine other parts
for possible damage. Make sure ring
gear and pinion backlash is correct.
REAR AXLE NOISE (a) lnsuff icient lubricant. (a) Refill rear axle with correct amount
of the proper lubricant. See Specifica-
tion section. Also check for leaks and
correct as necessary.
(b) Improper ring gear and pinion adjust- (b) Check ring gear and pinion tooth
rnent contact.
(c) Unmatched ring gear and pinion. (c) Remove unmatched ring gear and
pinion. Replace with a new matched
gear and pinion set.
3-2 REAR AXLE 0

Condition Possible Cause Correction


(d) Worn teeth on ring gear or pinion. (d) Check teeth on ring gear and pinion
for contact. If necessary, replace with
new matched set.
(e) Loose drive pinion bearings. (e) Adjust drive pinion bearings.
(f) Loose differential gear bearings. (f)Adjust differential gear bearings.
(g) Sure-Grip Differential moan and chat- (g) Drain and flush lubricant. See proce-
ter. dure in Sure-Grip section of Group 3.
(h) Loose drive pinion companion flange (h) Tighten drive pinion flange nut to
nut. torque specified under, “Axle Tighten-
ing References.”
LOSS OF LUBRICANT (a) Lubricant level too high. (a) Drain excess lubricant by removing
filler plug and allow lubricant to level
at lower edge of filler plug hole.
(b) Worn axle shaft oil seals. (b) Replace worn oil seals with new ones.
Prepare new seals before replacement
(c) Cracked rear axle housing. (c) Repair or replace housing as required.
(d) Worn drive pinion oil seal. (d) Replace worn drive pinion oil seal
with a new o‘ne.
(e) Scored and worn companion flange. (e) Replace worn or scored companion
flange and oil seal.
(f) Clogged breather. (f) Clean breather thoroughly.
(g) Loose carrier housing bolts or hous- (g) Tighten bolts or cover screws to
ing cover screws. specifications and fill to correct level
with proper lubricant.
OVERHEATING OF UNIT (a) Lubricant level too low. (a) Refill rear axle.
(b) Incorrect grade of lubricant. (b) Drain, flush and refill rear axle with
correct amount of proper lubricant
See Specification Section.
(c) Bearings adjusted too tightly. (c) Readjust bearings.
(d) Excessive wear in gears. (d) Check gears for excessive wear or
scoring. Replace as necessary.
(e) Insufficient ring gear t o pinion clear- (e) Readjust ring gear and pinion back-
ance. lash and check gears for possible
scoring.

REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY 7%” R I N G GEAR


INDEX

-
Page Page
Differential
- ......................
Axle Shafts and Bearinas
...................................
3
5
Pinion Installation and Bearing Preload
Rear Axle Assembly
........
............................
8
5
Drive Gear and Pinion Backlash ................ 9 Removal .................................... 5
Drive Pinion Depth of Mesh ....................
Pinion Bearing Cup Installation ................
8
8
Installation
Lubrication
.................................
...................................
11
11

GENERAL INFORMATION
The 7-1/4”Rear Axle Assembly shown in (Fig. l), Axle Assembly, similar to those used in the 8-3/4”
is a semi-floating type which incorporates a one-piece axle. Refer to the Sure Grip Differential Section of the
rear axle housing assembly. The drive pinion and the Axle Group for the Servicing procedure.
differential case with drive gear are mounted directly A l l Coronet 6 cylinder models except station
into the center section of the rear axle housing as- wagons, taxi and police application will be equipped
sembly. Access to the differential, drive gears and with the 7-1/4”diameter axle assembly, that has been
bearings is obtained by removal of the carrier cover. widened t o the Coronet rear track. All senice will
Axle shaft bearings, oil seals and drive pinion oil seal be performed the same as standard 7-1/4”diameter
can be removed and serviced without removing the axle, except where noted in the service procedure.
complete axle assembly from the vehicle, but the unit A new hooded breather has been attached to the
should be removed for any additional operations. left leg of the axle housing approximately 15” in-
A Sure Grip Differential is available in the 7-1/4” board of the flange face. Gear ratio identification is
0 REAR AXLE 3-3
stamped on the front face of the pad at the bottom of IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF
housing. EARLY AXLE FAILURE RESULTING FROM CON-
SHOULD THE REAR AXLE BECOME SUBMERGED TAMINATION OF THE LUBRICANT BY WATER
IN WATER, THE LUBRICANT MUST BE CHANGED DRAWN INTO THE VENT HOLE.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
AXLE SHAFTS AND BEARINGS (6)Position axle shaft bearing retaining collar on a
heavy vise or anvil and using a chisel cut deep
Removal and Disassembly grooves into retaining collar at 90" intervals (Fig. 3).
(1) With wheels removed, remove clips holding This will enlarge bore of collar and permit it to be
brake drum on axle shaft studs and remove brake driven off of axle shaft. The bearing can now be
drum. removed using tool C-3725and C-3926(Fig. 4).
(2)Disconnect brake lines at wheel cylinders. On Coronet models equipped with 7-1/4 inch axle
(3) Using access hole in axle shaft flange, remove assembly to remove bearing use tool C-3971 and
retainer nuts. adapter C-4000 and protective sleeve over bearing
(4) Attach axle shaft remover tool (2-3725to axle race. Tool must be installed with two bolts (Fig. 5)
shaft flange and remove axle shaft. Remove brake on each side of the hole in axle shaft flange.
assembly (Fig. 2).
(5)Remove axle shaft oil seal from housing. Assembly and Installation
CAUTION: Under no circumstances should axle (1) Install axle shaft retainer plate, bearing, and
shaft collars or bearings be removed using a torch. bearing retainer collar on axle shaft. The axle shaft
The use of a torch in the removal of the axle shaft bearing and bearing retainer collar must fit tightly on
collars or bearings is an unsafe practice, because bearing journal of axle shaft. Using tool (2-3725and
heat is fed into the axle shaft bearing journal and, C-3926press them into place by tightening bolts in
thereby weakens this area. tool alternately (Fig. 6). Coronet models equipped

SHAFT NUT

SEAL
I

HOUSING CONE AND ROLLERS


HOOD SPACER I

C
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$1
BOLT
\

NE AND ROLLERS
GASKET

'\

i SPACER

i
PLUG
SCREW / i
I \ GEAR

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i eo11
CONEAND ROLLERS
'OVER WASHER
GASKET
NY 1606 C

Fig. 1-7-1/4" Rear Axle Assembly


3-4 REAR AXLE n

Fig. 2-Removing Axle Shaft


1
NK365

Fig. 5-Tool C-3725 lnstcrlld on Axle Flange

Fig. 3-Removing Axle Shaft Collar


C-3725
with 7-1/4 inch axle, install bearings and retainer col-
lars using Tool C3971 and adapter C4OOO.
(2) Install new axle shaft oil seals in axle housing,
using tool c-3734 (Fig. 7).
(3) Apply a light film of Multi-purpose Lubricant
NLGI grade No. 2 on outside diameter of bearing to
prevent rust and corrosion. Fig. 6--lnrtalling R w r Axle Shaft W r i n g
(4) Install a foam gasket on studs of axle housing
and position brakes support plate assembly on axle
housing studs.
(5) Carefully slide axle shaft assembly through oil
seal and engage splines in Werential side gear.
(6) Tap end of axle shaft lightly with a non-metal-
lic mallet to position axle shaft bearing in housing

TOOL
NY1023
Fig. CRernaving Axle Shaft Bearing Fig. I - rn rt a l l i n g Axle Shaft Oil s d
0 REAR AXLE 3-5
bolts.
(8) Remove axle assembly from vehicle.

DIFFERENTIAL
Removal and Disassembly
Side play and runout checks taken during disas-
sembly will be very useful in reassembly.
(1) Remove drain plug in cover assembly and
drain lubricant from housing.
(2) Remove cover and with a suitable cleaning sol-
vent, clean the axle housing and differential case and
drive gear assembly.
(3) Measure for differential side play. Position a
screwdriver or pinch bar between left side of axle
housing and differential case flange, then using a
prying motion determine if side play is present.
Fig. 8-Measuring Drive O w r Runovt THERE SHOULD BE NO SIDE PLAY.
bearing bore. Position retainer plate over axle hous- (4) In preparing to measure drive gear runout on
ing studs. Install retainer nuts and tighten 35 foot- differential case, (provided no side play was found)
pounds. mount a dial indicator tool C-3339 on pilot stud C-
3288, and load the indicator stem slightly when
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY plunger is at right angles to back face of drive gear
(Fig. 8).
Removal (5) Measure drive gear runout by turning drive
Should it become necessary to remove rear axle gear several complete revolutions and reading dial
assembly for overhaul or repair, proceed as follows: indicator. Mark drive gear and differential case at
(1) Raise rear of vehicle until rear wheels clear point of maximum runout. The marking of differential
floor. Support body at front of rear springs. case will be very useful later in checking differential
(2) Block brake pedal in the up position using a case runout. Total indicator reading should be no
wooden block. more than .005inch. If runout exceeds .005 inch the
(3) Remove rear wheels. differential case may be damaged. A test for case
(4) Disconnect hydraulic flexible line. runout will be described later.
(5) Disconnect parking brake cable. (6) Remove drive pinion nut and washer. Using
(6) Disconnect propeller shaft at Werential pinion Tool (2-452 and holding Tool C-3281, remove drive
yoke and secure in an upright position to prevent pinion flange (Fig. 9).
damage to front universal joint. (7) Using Tool C-748 remove drive pinion oil seal
(7)Remove shock absorber from spring plate studs (Fig. 10). Remove front pinion bearing cone and pre-
and loosen rear spring “U” bolt nuts and remove “U” load shim.
TOOLS

YOKE
NY1037 NY1036

Fig. 9 4 e m o v i n g Companion Flange Fig. lO-Removing Pinion Oil Seal


3-6 REAR AXLE 0

PUNCH MARKS ~ ~ 1 0 3 5

Fig. I I-Bearing Cap Identification

(8) Mark axle housing and differential bearing -


caps for location in reassembly (Fig. 11). NK367
(9)Remove differential bearing caps and locate
spreader Tool C-3721 with tool dowel pins seated Fig. 13-Loosening Differential Assembly
in locating holes of axle housing. Turn tool screw bly from axle housing.
finger tight at this time. (14) Using a flat end brass drift, remove front and
(10)Install pilot stud, Tool C-3288,on left side of rear bearing cups from housing.
axle housing. Attach dial indicator and load indicator (15)Mount difTerential case and ring gear assem-
stem slightly against opposite side of axle housing bly in a vise equipped with soft jaws (brass).
(Fig. 12). (16)Remove drive gear bolts. BOLTS ARE LEFT
(11)Tighten spreader tool nut sufficiently to obtain HAND THREAD. With a non-metallic hammer tap
.012 to .015 inch movement of dial indicator to per- drive gear loose from differential case pilot and
mit removal of differential case assembly. (Do not remove.
spread over .020inch.) (17)If a drive gear runout exceeded .005 inch in
(12)Remove dial indicator and remove W e r e n t i d step 4, digerential case flange runout should be re-
and ring gear assembly from axle housing. A light measured. Install differential case with appropriate
prying action must be used to unseat the merentia1 bearing cups and shims in axle housing. Loosen nut
assembly from the housing (Fig. 13). Differential of spreader tool and remove, mount dial indicator in
bearing cups and preload shims must be kept with contact with drive gear flange face to take runout
respective bearing cones. Do not remove spreader readings .as in steps 3, 4 and 5. Total allowable run-
tool. out should not exceed .003 inch. It is often possible to
(13)Remove drive pinion and rear bearing assem- reduce high runout by positioning drive gear 180"

NY1034
Fig. 12-Spreading Rear Axle Housing Fig. I &Removing Differential Bwrlng Con.
0 REAR AXLE 3-7
#600 crocus cloth (without reducing diameter of axle
shaft oil seal surface).
(5) If axle shaft bearings, collars and retainers are
removed from shafts they are unfit for further use
and MUST BE REPLACED. Refer to axle shaft assem-
bly procedure.
(6) Differential bearings and front and rear pinion
bearing cone and cup assemblies should have a
smooth appearance with no broken or dented sur-
faces on rollers or roller contact surfaces. The bearing
roller retainer cages must not be distorted or cracked.
(7) Differential side gears and pinions should have
smooth teeth with a uniform contact pattern without
excessive wear or broken surfaces. The differential
side gear hub surfaces and thrust washer contact sur-
Fig. 15-Removing Rear Pinion Bearing Cone
faces should be smooth and free from any scoring or
metal pickup.
from point of maximum runout when re-assembling (8) The machined thrust washer surface areas in-
ring gear on differential case. side the differential case should be polished and with
(18) With small drift remove differential pinion no surface imperfections. The pinion shaft bore in
shaft lock pin from drive gear side of case. differential case should be round and smooth. The
(19) With a brass drift remove differential pinion differential pinion shaft should be round and without
shaft. excessive wear in areas of contact with either differ-
(20) Rotate differential side gears until differential ential case or differential pinions.
pinions appear at differential case windows and re- (9) The ring gear and drive pinion teeth should
move. have a uniform contact pattern with smooth and un-
(21) Remove differential side gears and thrust broken surfaces without excessive wear. Machined
surfaces of the pinion stem (at points of contact with
I

washers.
(22) Remove differential bearings using Tool C-293 either rear pinion bearing contact journal or rear pin-
and #39 plates (Fig. 14). ion bearing mounting shim surface) should be smooth.
(23) Remove rear pinion bearing cone from pinion
stem using Tool (2-293 and #40 plates (Fig. 15). Assembling the Differential
Lubricate all parts when assembling and adjusting.
Cleaning and inspection (1) Install thrust washers on differential side gears
(1) Clean all parts except axle shaft bearings with and position gears in case.
a suitable cleaning solvent. With oil dampened cloth (2) Place thrust washers on both differential pinion
wipe axle shaft bearing outer race. Clean off all rust gears and mesh the pinion gears with the side gears,
and corrosion. To clean axle housing tubes insert a having pinion gears exactly 180" apart.
stiff wire into tube, attach a clean cloth to wire at
center section and withdraw from center outward.
(2) All machined contact surfaces in the axle hous-
ing and differential bearing caps should be smooth
and free of any raised edges. Front and rear pinion
bearing cup bore machined surfaces should be
smooth. Raised metal on shoulders of bores incurred
TOOL -!
in removal of cups should be flattened by use of a
flat nosed punch.
(3) The axle drive shaft bearing and oil seal bores
at both ends of housing should be smooth and free of
rust and corrosion. This also applies to the brake sup-
port plate and housing flange face area.
(4) The axle shaft splines should be smooth and
free of excessive wear. The axle shaft oil seal journal
should be smooth and free of nicks, scratches or -- NY 1030
blemishes. To remove any imperfections polish with Fig. 16-Installing Differential Bearing Cone
3-8 REAR AXLE 0

(3)Rotate side gears to align pinion gears and


washers with differential pinion shaft holes in case.
(4) Install differential pinion shaft with care not to
damage thrust washers. Hole in pinion shaft must
align with lock pin hole in differential case.
(5) Install lock pin in differential case from drive
gear tooth side.
(6)Position drive gear on dmerential case to sepa-
rate the points of maximum runout 180" apart and
start all bolts through case into drive gear. Finger
tighten. (LEFT HAND THREAD.)
(7)Tap drive gear against differential case flange
with non-metallic mallet. Tighten bolts to 55 foot-
pounds.
(8)Install dserential bearing cones with Tool SPACER (SELECTIVE) NY1027
C-3716(Fig. 16). Fig. I 8-Measuring Housing For Pinion Shim
Thickness
PINION BEARING CUP INSTALLATION re-tighten to produce 15-25 inch-pounds of turning
Rear axle gauge Tool C-3715is used to install drive torque. Attach gauge block to main tool using allen
pinion bearing cups as well as to determine pinion screw.
depth of mesh (Fig. 17). (2)Position cross bore arbor in axle housing dif-
(1)Start both drive pinion bearing cups into axle ferential bearing seats and install bearing caps.
housing. Tighten cap bolts lightly.
(2) Place rear spacer SP-3244 on main tool. Seat (3)Select rear pinion bearing mounting shim
rear pinion bearing cone on spacer and hold tool in which will fit between cross bore arbor and gauge
housing. block. This fit must be snug but not too tight (similar
(3)Place centralizing sleeve SP-3245 on tool and to the pull of a feeler gauge) (Fig. 18).
place front pinion bearing cone on centralizing sleeve, If the mark on the pinion head is plus (+2), select
followed by tool sleeve, centralizing washer and nut. a shim that many thousandths thinner for installation.
(4)While holding compression sleeve from turning If mark on pinion has a minus (-2), select a shim
with Tool C-3281,tighten nut, thereby drawing pin- that many thousandths thicker for installation. Treat
ion bearing cups into axle housing bearing cup bores. other pinion markings in a similar manner. Spacers
Permit tool to turn several revolutions during tighten- are available in one thousandths of an inch incre-
ing operation to permit bearing rollers to align. Leave ments from .084to .lo0inch.
tool in carrier for determining depth of mesh. (4)Remove tool arbor and tool from axle housing.
l
DRIVE PINION DEPTH OF MESH PINION INSTALLATION AND BEARING
(Using Tool C-3715) PRELOAD
(1) With main tool left in axle housing after install- Pinion bearing mounting shims are chamfered on
ing drive pinion bearing cups, loosen tool nut and one side and must be installed on the pinion stem
with chamfered side toward pinion head.
(1)Place selected shim and rear pinion bearing
$5 BORE ARBOR
cone on pinion stem. Using installing sleeve Tool C-
3717,press bearing on pinion stem (Fig. 19).
(2) Hold drive pinion and bearing assembly in axle
COMPRESSION housing and install original preload shim (chamfered
side toward shoulder), followed by front pinion bear-
CENTRALIZING ing cone, pinion flange, belleville washer (convex
side of washer up) and pinion nut.
REAR SPACER (3)Position housing with nose up. Tighten pinion
nut to 240 foot-pounds (minimum) with torque
wrench C-485, using holding Tool C-3281 on pinion
N'f1028
flange. Position holding Tool C-3281 in several posi-
Fig. I 7-Pinion S w i n g Ouuge Tool C-37 I5 tions to make a complete revolution while tightening.
0 REAR AXLE 3-9

TOOL NY1024

Fig. 2 ?-Installing Companion Flange


(5) When front pinion bearing preload is correct,
remove pinion nut, washer and flange.
Fig. 19-Insfalling Pinion Shim and Rear Bearing (6) Apply a thin film of sealing compound to inner
Cone
bore of axle housing in areas of front pinion bearing
Remove holding tool and rotate pinion assembly sev- oil seal.
eral revolutions in both directions to align rollers. (7) Install pinion bearing oil seal (lip toward pinion
Recheck torque to 240 foot-pounds. Torque may have head) with Tool C-4002 to space the seal the proper
diminished as bearing rollers were aligned by distance from axle housing nose (Fig. 20).
rotating. (8) Install drive pinion flange using Tool C-3718
(4) Using inch pound torque wrench C-685, meas- and holding To01 C-3281 (Fig. 21).
ure pinion bearing preload by rotating pinion with (9) Remove Tool C-3718 and install belleville
handle of wrench floating. Take readings while han- washer, (convex side of washer up) and pinion nut.
dle is moving through several revolutions. Accurate Tighten nut to 240 foot-pounds.
readings can be made only with nose of axle in
upright position. Correct preload is 15-25 inch- DRIVE GEAR AND PINION BACKLASH
pounds. Bearing preload should be uniform during
full revolution. A reading which varies during rota- (1) With drive pinion and bearings installed and
tion indicates a binding condition which should be bearing preload set, install differential case and ring
corrected. Use thinner shim to increase preload and gear assembly, and cups. Insert a .254 inch preload
thicker shim to decrease preload. Always perform spacer on ring gear side (Fig. 22) of axle housing. Do
steps 3 and 4 in exactly the same manner each time not install bearing caps.
to obtain accurate readings. Preload shims are avail- (2) Install a preload spacer on right side of housing
able in one thousandths of an inch increments from that will fit snugly but still leave a slight amount of
.074 to .lo6 inch. end play.

Fig. 20-lnstulling Pinion Oil Seal Fig. 22-Temporartly Install Thinnest Spacer
3-10 REAR AXLE 0

sides of assembly as specified by “Differential Pre-


load Spacer Chart”, attach spreader Tool C-3721with
tool dowel pins seated in locating holes of axle hous-
ing. Tighten tool screw only finger tight at this time.
(9) Install pilot stud Tool C-3288 on left side of
axle housing. Attach dial indicator and load indicator
stem slightly against opposite side of axle housing
(Fig. 12).
(10)Tighten spreader tool nut sufficiently to obtain
.012” to .015” movement of dial indicator to permit
installation of differential case assembly. Do not
spread over .020inch.
(11)Remove dial indicator.
(12)Holding differential assembly with bearing
cups on respective bearing and selected preload
spacers, carefully install Merentia1 and ring gear
Fig. 2 3 4 0 0 k r Gauges Measuring Thickness assembly into axle housing.
(3) To measure, move Merential to the left side (13)Loosen spreader tool nut and remove spread-
or ring gear side of rear axle housing. Using two sets er.
of feeler gauges, insert feeler gauges between the (14)Install Merential bearing caps on respective
spacer and the right side of the axle housing above sides and alternate tightening bolts to 40 foot-
the center line of the case (Fig. 23). Insert the same pounds.
thickness of feeler gauges between the spacer and (15)Install dial indicator to axle housing with indi-
the axle housing below center line of case. Increase cator parallel to drive gear. With pointer of indicator
thickness of gauges until heavy drag is felt. contacting the drive side of ring gear tooth, measure
(4)Rotate differential and ring gear assembly sev- drive gear backlash. At least four readings should be
eral times in both directions to seat bearings and cups taken on teeth approximately 90” apart to find the
and recheck feeler gauge drag. point of least backlash, and mark the tooth.
(5)Install a spacer totaling the combined thickness (16)At point of minimum backlash, dial indicator
of spacer and feeler gauge. This will provide zero should read .004 to .007inch. If re ding $oi&within
end play. DRIVC

-
(6)Measure drive gear backlash at 4 positions at CORRECT
ADJUSTMENT
approximately 90 degrees intervals (Fig. 24). Refer to Center Canter Tor

“DSerential Preload Spacer Chart” for selection of


proper spacers to provide .004” to .007” backlash. PINION SPACER
(7) Remove daerential case and ring gear assem- TOO THICK
bly from axle housing. Tor. Low ne.1. LOV

(8) With proper spacers selected for left and right


PINION SPACER
TOO THIN

GEAR TOO CLOSE


T O PINION
Toe
A-&Slightly H1gh.r

GEAR TOO FAR


FROM PINION AT\
Heel Sllghtly Lower

1. PINION SPACER CHANGES AFFECT THE COAST SIDE CONTACT


FASTER THAN THE DRIVE SIDE
2. BACKLASH ADJUSTMENTS A F F M THE DRIVE SIDE CONTACT
MUCH FASTER THAN THE COAST SIDE
3. ALL BACKLASH MEASUREMENTS SHOULD BE MADE AT THE
POINT OF MINIMUM BACKLASH
N Y 1022A

Fig. 2 W e i e r m i n i n g Minimum kcklash Fig. 25-Gear Tooth Contad Pattern


0 REAR AXLE 3-11

DIFFERENTIAL PRELOAD SPACER SELECTION CHART


Backlash Change left Change Right Backlash Change left Change Right
at Zero Spacer Thickness Spacer Thickness at Zero Spacer Thickness Spacer Thickness
End Play by: by:
+.012
End Play by: by:
.m +.026 -,016 .010 -,002
.019
,018
+,024
+.022
-,014
-.012
.m
+++.008
.010 -.ooo
+,002
++.022 +.002
.008
,017 -,012 .007 .008
.016 -.010 .006 +.006 +.004
.015
,020
+.020 -,010 ,005 +,004
+.002
++.006
.014 +.018 -.008 .004
+.002 +.008
+.016
.008
.013 -.006
.012 +.014 -.m
.003
.002 +.Ooo +,010
,011 +.014 -.004 .001 +.Ooo +.012
Should the zero end play backlash measure more than .020 (Maximum chart figure) increase the thickness of
the left spacer from the specified ,254” to a thickness great enough to reduce the zero end play backlash within
the chart limits; then follow the recommended procedure.
this tolerance, it will be necessary to refer to chart connect hydraulic flexible line and bleed wheel cyl-
and Install Differential Spacers and re-check backlash inder.
to bring within proper specifications. (6) Install brake drums, retainer clips and rear
(17) Spread a thin film of red lead on drive and wheels and tighten to 55 foot-pounds and adjust
coast side of drive gear teeth and rotate drive gear to brakes.
obtain tooth contact pattern. Refer to “Gear Tooth
Contact Patterns (Fig. 25) to determine if pattern is LUBRICATION
properly located.
(18) With gasket surface of axle housing and cover Refill axle assembly with multi-purpose gear lubri-
thoroughly cleaned, install a new cover gasket. Install cant as defined by MILL2105B on all rear axles
cover and attaching screws and tighten to 20 foot- except those with a Sure-Grip differential; such a
pounds. lubricant is available under Part Number 2585317,
Hypoid Gear Lubricant.
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY In Sure-Grip differentials, use only the special
multi-purpose gear lubricant intended for use in
Installation limited-slip differentials. Such a lubricant is available
Refer to Paragraph “Axle Shaft Assembly“ when
under Part Number 2585318, Special Sure-Grip
installing the rear axle shafts.
Lubricant.
(1) With body supported at front of rear spring, Anticipated Temperature Viscosity Grade
position rear axle assembly spring seats over the Above -10°F. SAE 90
spring center bolts. As low as -30°F. SA€ 80
(2) Install spring “U” bolts and tighten nuts to 45 Below - 3 O O F . SA€ 75
foot-pounds and install shock absorbers on spring ’SHOULD THE REAR AXLE BECOME SUBMERGED
plate studs. IN WATER, THE LUBRICANT MUST BE CHANGED
(3) Connect hand brake cable. IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF
(4) Install propeller shaft and tighten rear clamp EARLY AXLE FAILURE RESULTING FROM CON-
screws to 15 foot-pounds. TAMINATION OF THE LUBRICANT BY WATER
(5) Connect brake lines to rear wheel cylinders and DRAWN INTO THE VENT HOLE.”

REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY 8%” R I N G GEAR


INDEX
Page Page
Axle Shafts and Bearings ...................... 12 Pinion Bearing Cup Installation ................ 20
Axle Shaft End Play ........................... 15 Pinion Bearing Preload and Pinion
Differential and Carrier (Removal) .............. 16 Setting Using Tool C-758-D-4 ................. 20
Differential and Carrier (Installation) ............ 26 Small Stem Pinion .......................... 20
Differential Case .............................. 17 Large Stem Pinion .......................... 22
Drive Gear and Pinion Backlash ................ 25 Pinion Bearing Preload and Pinion
Gear Tooth Contact Pattern .................... 25 Setting Without Using Tool C-7!58-D4 .......... 24
Lubrication ................................... 19 Rear Axle Housing ............................ 15
3-12 REAR AXLE 0

GENERAL INFORMATION
The 8-3/4” Rear Axle Assembly shown in (Fig. l),is A Sure-Grip Differential is available in the &3/4”
a semi-floating type and may be divided into four sub- Axle Assembly. Refer to the “Sure Grip Differential”
assemblies; flanged axle drive shafts with related Section of the Axle Group for the servicing proce-
parts (Fig. 2.) differential with drive gear, drive pinion dure.
with carrier, and the axle housing. Servicing of the SHOULD THE REAR AXLE BECOME SUBMERGED
above mentioned subassemblies, with exception of the IN WATER, THE LUBRICANT MUST BE CHANGED
axle housing may be performed without removing the IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF
complete rear axle assembly from the vehicle. EARLY AXLE FAILURE RESULTING FROM CON-
Gear ratio identification numbers will be stamped TAMINATION OF THE LUBRICANT BY WATER
on a metal tag and attached by means of the rear DRAWN INTO THE VENT.
axle housing-to-carrier bolt.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
AXLE SHAFTS AND BEARINGS (4) Attach axle shaft remover Tool C-3971 (Fig. 3)
to axle shaft flange and remove axle shaft. Remove
Removal brake assembly and foam gaskets.
(1) With wheels removed, remove clips holding (5) Remove axle shaft oil seal from axle housing
brake drum on axle shaft studs and remove brake Using To01 (3-637 (Fig. 4).
drum. (6) Wipe axle housing seal bore clean and install a
(2) Using access hole in axle shaft flange, remove new axle shaft oil seal using Tool C-839 (Fig. 5).
retainer nuts, the right shaft with threaded adjuster in
retainer plate will have a lock under one of the studs Disassembly
that should be removed at this time. CAUTION: To prevent the possibility of damaging
(3) Remove parking brake strut. axle shaft seal surface, slide protective sleeve SP-5041

I ADJUSTER ,OIL SEAL

BUMPER

HOUSING
\

SCREW
/
SEAL
I
I OIL
1
RIGHT
BOLT

L GASKET

v STUD

RETAINER‘

NK967A

Fig. 1-8314” Rear Axle Assembly


0 REAR AXLE 3-13

FLANGE

ADJUSTER

SHAFT
/
i;' I I
LOCK SEAL BEARING
NK59A

Fig. 2-Axle Shaft Dhassembled NK57

BLOCKS BEARING ADAPTER Fig. 5-Installing Axle Shaft Seal


REMOVING SP-5020

I x
SLEEVE RING-%.OCK
HOLDING SP-5017 NK360
SP-5041
Fig. 6-Notching Bearing Retainer Collar
Fig. 3--Tool Set C-3971
into the axle shaft bearing journal and, thereby weak-
over the seal surface next to bearing collar. ens this area.
CAUTION: Under no circumstances should axle shaft (1) Position axle shaft bearing retaining collar on a
collars or bearings be removed using a torch. The heavy vise or anvil and using a chisel, cut deep
use of a torch in the removal of the axle shaft collars grooves into retaining collar at 90" intervals (Fig. 6).
or bearings is an unsafe practice, because heat is fed "his will enlarge bore of collar and permit it to be

NK56

Fig. 44emoving Axle Shaft Seal Fig. 7-Removing Roller Retainer


3-14 REAR AXLE

zp-5041
SLEEVE SLEEVE

Fig. IO-Cvtting Out Rolkr Beuring Retuiner


Fig. 8-Flunge Ground Off Inner Cone

driven off of axle shaft.


(2)Remove bearing roller retainer flange by I
‘--.@I2 SHIM STOCK
cutting off lower edge with a chisel (Fig. 7).
(3) Grind a section off flange of inner bearing
cone (Fig. 8) and remove bearing rollers (Fig. 9).
(4) Pull bearing roller retainer down as far as pos-
sible and cut with a pair of side cutters and remove
(Fig. 10).
(5) Remove roller bearing cup and protective
sleeve SP-5041from axle shaft.
CAUTION: Sleeve SP-5041 should not be used as a
protector for the seal journal when pressing off the
bearing cone, as it was not designed for this purpose.
(6) To avoid scuffing seal journal when bearing
cone is being removed, it should be protected by Fig. 1 1-Sed Journul Protection
single wrap of .002 thickness shimstock held in place
by a rubber band (Fig. 11). (8) Remove seal in bearing retainer plate and re-
(7)Remove the bearing cone using Tool C-3971 place with new seal.
(Fig. 3). Tighten bolts of tool alternately until cone is Assembly
removed (Fig. 12). (1)Install retainer plate and seal assembly on axle

BEARING
/ ROLLER

NK358

Fig. 9-Removing Beuring Rollers Fig. 12-Removing Bearing Cone with Tool C-3971
0 REAR AXLE 3-15
shaft. end play setting will occur.
(2) Lubricate wheel bearings with Automotive (1) Using a dial indicator mounted on the left
Multi-Purpose Grease NLGI, grade 2. brake support (Fig. 14), TURN THE ADJUSTER
(3) Install a new axle shaft bearing cup, cone and CLOCKWISE UNTIL BOTH WHEEL BEARINGS ARE
collar on shaft using Tool C-3971 (Fig. 13) and tighten SEATED AND THERE IS ZERO END PLAY IN THE
bolts of tool alternately until bearing and collar are AXLE SHAFTS. BACK OFF THE ADJUSTER COUN-
seated properly. TERCLOCKWISE APPROXIMATELY FOUR NOTCH-
(4) Inspect axle shaft seal journal for scratches and ES TO ESTABLISH AN AXLE SHAFT END PLAY
polish with #600 crocus cloth if necessary. OF .013-.023 INCH.
(2) Tap end of left axle shaft lightly with a non-
lnsf allation metallic mallet to seat right wheel bearing cup
(1) Clean axle housing flange face thoroughly and against adjuster, and rotate axle shaft several revolu-
install new gasket followed by brake support plate tions so that a true end play reading is indicated.
assembly on left side of axle housing. (3) Remove one retainer plate nut, install adjuster
(2) Apply a thin coating of Automotive Multi- lock. If tab on lock does not mate with notch in ad-
Purpose Grease grade 2 Part Number 2206020 or juster, turn adjuster slightly until it does. Install nut
equivalent to the outside diameter of the bearing and tighten 30-35 foot-pounds.
cup prior to installing in the bearing bore. This (4) Recheck axle shaft end play. If it is not within
operation is necessary as a corrosion preventive. the tolerance of .013-.023 inch, then repeat adjust-
(3) Install foam gasket on the studs of axle housing ment procedure.
and carefully slide axle shaft assembly through oil (5) Remove dial indicator and install brake drum,
seal and engage splines in differential side gear. drum retaining clips and wheel.
(4) Tap end of axle shaft lightly with a non-
metallic mallet to position axle shaft bearing in hous- REAR AXLE HOUSING
ing bearing bore. Position retainer plate over axle
housing studs. Install retainer nuts and tighten 30-35 Removal
foot-pounds. Start by tightening bottom nut. Should it become necessary to remove rear axle
(5) Repeat step (1)for right side of axle housing. assembly for repair proceed as follows:
(6) Back off threaded adjuster of right axle shaft (1) Raise vehicle and support body at front of rear
assembly until inner face of adjuster is flush with springs.
inner face of retainer plate. Carefully slide axle shaft (2) Block brake pedal in the up position using a
assembly through oil seal and engage splines in dif- wooden block.
ferential side gears. (3) Remove rear wheels.
(7) Repeat step (4). (4) Disconnect hydraulic brake hose at connection
on left side of underbody.
(5) Disconnect parking brake cable.
AXLE SHAFT END PLAY
(6) Disconnect propeller shaft at differential yoke
CAUTION: When setting axle shaft end play, both and secure in an upright position to prevent damage
rear wheels must be off the ground, otherwise a false to front universal joint.

Fig. 13-lnJtalling New Bearing And Collar Fig. 14-Measuring Axle Shaft End Play
3-16 REAR AXLE 0

(7) Remove shock absorber from spring plate studs


and loosen rear spring “U” bolt nuts and remove “U”
bolts.
(8) Remove the assembly from vehicle.

installation
(1)With body of vehicle supported at front of rear
springs, position the rear axle assembly spring seats
over the spring center bolts.
(2) Install spring “U” bolts and tighten nuts to 45
foot-pounds and install shock absorbers on spring
plate studs. (DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN “U” BOLT
NUTS.)
(3) Connect propeller shaft at differential yoke and
tighten rear clamp screws to 15 foot-pounds.
(4) Connect parking brake cable.
Fig. 15-Checking for Runout und Zero End P l a y
(5)Connect hydraulic brake hose, bleed and adjust
brakes. (2) Rotate drive gear several complete revolutions
(6) Install rear wheels. while noting total indicator reading. Mark drive gear
(7) If carrier was removed from axle housing dur- and differential case at point of maximum runout. The
ing the removal operation, fill axle with proper marking of differential case will be very useful later
amount and type of lubricant; see “Specifications” in in checking differential case runout. Total indicator
Lubrication section Group “0”. reading should be no more than .005 inch. If runout
exceeds .005 inch the differential case may be dam-
Welding Rear Axle Housing aged, and a second reading will be required after
The axle housing should be completely disassem- drive gear has been removed. This operation is cov-
bled if it is to be welded with arc welding equip- ered during “Differential Disassembly”. Remove dial
ment. It is also possible to weld the assembled hous- indicator.
ing with gas welding equipment, if precaution is (3) With Tool C-3281 hold companion flange and
taken to protect gaskets and heat treated parts. remove drive pinion nut and Belleville washer.
(4)Install companion flange remover Tool C-452
DIFFERENTIAL AND CARRIER and remove flange (Fig. 16).
(5)Using a screwdriver and hammer, remove the
Removal drive pinion oil seal from the carrier.
(1)Remove flanged axle drive shafts. (6)While holding one hand over nose end of car-
(2) Disconnect rear universal joint and support rier, invert carrier in stand. “he front pinion bearing
propeller up and out of the way to prevent damage cone, shim pack and bearing spacer (where used) will
to the front universal joint. drop from carrier.
(3) Remove the rear axle lubricant. (7) Apply identifying punch marks on differential
(4) Loosen and remove the carrier-to-housing at- bearing pedestals of carrier, differential bearing caps
taching nuts and lift the carrier assembly from axle and bearing adjusters for reassembly purposes (Fig.
housing. 17).
(8) Remove both differential bearing adjuster lock
Disassembly
Side play and runout check taken during disassem-
bly will be very useful in reassembly.
(1) Mount carrier in Stand DD-1014and attach dial
indicator Tool C-430 or Tool C-3339 to differential
carrier flange in a position so pointer of indicator
squarely contacts back face of ring gear (Fig. 15).
With a screw driver positioned between bearing cap
and differential case flange, then using a prying mo-
tion determine if side play is present. If side play is
evident, remove adjuster lock and loosen adjuster
slightly and retighten adjuster sufficiently to elimi-
nate side play. Fig. 16-Removing Compunion Flcmge
CJ REAR AXLE 3-17

PLATES

Fig. 18-Removing Drive Pinion Rear Bearing

Fig. 17-Marking Bearing Caps and Adlusters (5) Tighten cap bolts and adjusters sufficiently to
prevent any side play in bearings.
screws and locks. (6) Attach a dial indicator Tool C-430or Tool C-
(9)With a 3/4 inch socket, loosen bearing cap bolts 3339 to carrier flange so pointer of indicator
(one on each side) and back off bearing adjusters squarely contacts drive gear surface of differential
slightly using spanner wrench Tool C-406A; to re- case flange between outer edge flange and drive gear
move differential bearing preload. Remove bearing bolt holes (Fig. 19).
cap bolts, caps and bearing adjusters. (7)Rotate differential case several complete revo-
(10) Remove differential and ring gear assembly lutions while noting total indicator reading. This
with bearing cups. Differential bearing cups must be reading must not exceed .003 inch runout. If runout
kept with respective bearing cones. is in excess of .003 inch, differential case must be re-
(11) Remove drive pinion and rear bearing assem- placed. In a case where the runout does not exceed
bly from carrier. .003 inch it is often possible to reduce the runout by
positioning the drive gear 1800 from point of maxi-
Rear Pinion Bearing Removal mum runout when reassembling drive gear on dif-
(1) Remove drive pinion rear bearing from pinion ferential case.
with spacer (where used) with Tool C-293and four (4) (8) Using two feeler gauges of equal thickness, in-
No. 36 plates, or four (4) No. 37 plates on pinion sert between the differential case and side gear (Fig.
without the spacer (Fig. 18). 20). If clearance exceeds .012 inch, install new thrust
(2)Using a flat end brass drift, remove front and washers.
rear pinion bearing cups. (9) With a flat nose drift and hammer, remove dif-

DIFFERENTIAL CASE
Disassembly
(1) Mount differential case and ring gear assembly
in a vise equipped with soft jaws (brass).
(2) Remove drive gear bolts. BOLTS ARE LEFT
HAND THREAD. With a non-metallic hammer, tap
drive gear loose from differential case pilot and
remove.
(3)If drive gear runout exceeded .005 inch in
step 2 (under “Carrier Disassembly”), recheck the case
as follows: Install differential case and respective
bearing cups in carrier.
(4) Install bearing caps, cap bolts and bearing ad- KP7A
justers. Tighten bearing cap bolts down tightly and
screw in both adjusters with spanner wrench Tool Fig. 19-Checking Drive Gear Mounting Flange
C-406A. Runout
3-18 REAR AXLE 0

tion of bearings, dry with compressed air.


(2)Inspect differential bearing cones, cups and
rollers for pitting, walling or other visible damage. If
replacement is necessary, remove bearing cones from
differential case with Tool C-293 and adapter plates
No. 18 (Fig. 23).
(3)Inspect differential case for elongated or en-
larged pinion shaft hole. The machined thrust
washer surface areas and counterbores must be
smooth and without metal deposits or surface imper-
fections. If any of the above conditions exist, satisfac-
tory correction must be made or the case replaced.
Inspect case for cracks or other visible damage which
might render it unfit for further service.
(4) Inspect differential pinion shaft for excessive
wear in contact area of differential pinions. Shaft
should be smooth and round with no scoring or metal
pickup.
Fig. 20-Measuring Diff emntial Gear Clearance
(5) Inspect differential side gears and pinions, they
ferential pinion shaft lock pin from back side of drive should have smooth teeth with a uniform contact pat-
gear flange. (The hole is reamed only part way tern without excessive wear or broken surfaces. The
through, making it necessary to remove lock pin from differential side gear and pinion thrust washers
one direction.) should be smooth and free from any scoring or metal
(10) With a brass drift and hammer, remove dif- pickup.
ferential pinion shaft and axle drive shaft thrust (6) Inspect axle shaft thrust block for excessive
block. wear or visible damage. The wear surface on the
(11) Rotate differential side gears until each dif- opposite ends of the blocks, must be smooth.
ferential pinion appears at large opening of case. (7) Inspect differential pinion shaft lock pin for
Remove each pinion and thrust washer at that time. damage or looseness in case. Replace pin or case as
(12) Remove both differential side gears and thrust necessary.
washers. (8)Inspect drive gear and pinion for worn or
chipped teeth or damaged attaching bolt threads. If
Cleaning and lnspection (Figs. 2 I and 22) replacement is necessary, replace both the drive gear
(1) Clean all parts in a fast evaporating mineral and drive pinion as they are available in matched sets
spirits or a dry cleaning solvent and with the excep- only.
THRUST
BOLT AND LOCKWASHER
WASHER SHAFT \

Fig. 2 I -Differential Carrier Assembly (Small Stem Pinion)


0 REAR AXLE 3-19

LT AND LOCKWASHER
IFFERENTIAL CASE

EARING CONE

THRUST BLOCK
ARING CONE BOLT AND LOCKWASHER
THRUST WASHER KPlB

Fig. 22-Differential Carrier Assembly (Large Stem Pinion)

(9) Inspect drive pinion bearing cones, cups and ing cup bores incurred in removing pinion cups
rollers for pitting, spalling, excessive wear, or other should be flattened by use of a flat nose punch.
visible damage. If inspection reveals that either are (11) Inspect drive pinion for damaged bearing
unfit for further service, replace both cup and cone. journals and mounting shim surface on excessively
(10) Inspect differential carrier for cracks or other worn splines. If replacement is necessary, replace
visible damage which would render it unfit for both the drive pinion and drive gear as they are
further service. Raised metal on the shoulder of bear- available in matched sets only.
(12) Inspect companion flange for cracks, worn
splines, pitted, rough or corroded oil seal contacting
surface. Repair or replace companion flange as
necessary.
(13) Inspect drive pinion bearing shim pack for
broken, damaged or distorted shims. Replace if nec-
essary during establshment of pinion bearing preload.

ASS EMBLY
LUBRICATE ALL PARTS BEFORE ASSEMBLY
WITH LUBRICANT AS SPECIFIED IN (LUBRICA-
TION GROUP " 0 )
(1) Install thrust washers on differential side gears
and position gears in case.
/PLATES (TOOL) (2) Place thrust washers on both differential pin-
ions and through large window of differential case,
mesh the pinion gears with the side gears, having
pinions exactly 180 degrees opposite each other.
(3) Rotate side gears 90 degrees to align pinions
and thrust washers with differential pinion shaft
holes in case.
(4) From pinion shaft lock pin hole side of case,
insert slotted end of pinion shaft through case, and
the conical thrust washer, and just through one of the
pinion gears.
(5) Install thrust block through side gear hub, so
Fig. 23-Removing Differential Bearings that slot is centered between the side gears.
3-20 REAR AXLE 0

(6) While keeping all of these parts in proper


alignment, push pinion shaft into case until locking
pin hole in pinion shaft is in exact alignment with its
respective hole in case. Install pinion shaft lock pin
through hole in case from pinion shaft side of drive
gear flange. The contacting surfaces of the drive gear
and differential case flange must be clean and free of
aI I burrs.
(7) Position drive gear on differential case pilot,
aligning threaded holes of drive gear with those in
differential case flange.
(8) Insert drive gear screws (LEFT HAND
THREADS) through case flange and into drive gear. KPl3A
After all cap screws are properly started, tap drive
gear against differential case flange with a non- Fig. 25-Seating Bearing Cups in Carrier Housing
metallic mallet.
flange holding Tool C-3281 and tighten nut (Fig. 25)
(9) Position unit between brass jaws of a vise and
allowing tool to rotate as nut is being tightened in
alternately tighten each cap screw to 55 foot-pounds. order not to brinnel bearing cone or cups. Do not
(10) Position each differential bearing cone on hub
remove tool after installing cups.
of differential case (taper away from drive gear) and
with installing Tool DD-1005, install bearing cones.
An arbor press may be used in conjunction with in- PINION BEARING PRELOAD AND DEPTH OF
stalling tool. MESH SETTING USING TOOL C-758-D4
CAUTION: Never exert pressure against the bearing
cage, since this would damage the bearing.
The 8-3/4" axle incorporates two types of drive
pinions. The method of determining pinion depth of
mesh and bearing preload are the same for both
PINION BEARING CUP INSTALLATION pinions; however, the sequence of making the two
adjustments change. Pinions without a bearing spacer
(1) Position pinion bearing cups squarely in bores
(large pinion) require the depth of mesh adjustment
of carrier. Assemble Tool C-758-D4 (Fig. 24) by plac- first, while pinions with a separate bearing spacer
ing spacer SP-2919followed by rear pinion bearing (small pinion) require the bearing preload adjustment
cone over main screw of tool and inserting it into first.
carrier from gear side. The position of the drive pinion with respect to the
(2) Place front pinion bearing cone over main drive gear (depth of mesh) is determined by the loca-
screw of tool followed by compression sleeve SP-535, tion of the bearing cup shoulders in the carrier and
centralizing washer SP-534, and main screw nut SP- by the portion of the pinion in back of the rear bear-
533. Hold compression sleeve with the companion ing. The thickness of the rear pinion bearing mount-
GAUGE BLOCK SP-528 WRENCH
CROSSBORE TUBE ing shim suitable for the carrier can be determined
1 / ,FrRFW
by using Tool C-758-D4.

PINION BEARING PRELOAD WITH BEARING


SPACER (Small Stem Pinion)
Bearing Preload
(1) With tool installed in carrier, remove main
screw nut, centralizing washer, compression sleeve
and front pinion bearing cone.
(2) Install the pinion bearing spacer, larger bore of
spacer next to rear bearing.
EN1
(3) Position sleeve (SP-1730) in front bearing cone
making sure sleeve is flush with rear of bearing.
(4) Position original shims, previously removed
SPACER SPACER
PINION LOCAllNd SPACER SP-2919 SP-1730 SP-539 NK68 from drive pinion stem, over the sleeve and slide the
sleeve, bearing and shims over main screw of tool
Fig. 24-Rear Axle Setting Gauge Tool C-75844 until shims rest against spacer (Fig. 26).
0 REAR AXLE 3-21

A
/ 11 PINION LOCATING WASHER OR SHIM

lL\i'
\

KP152
Fig. 28-Installing Arbor in Carrier
Fig. 26-Pinion Preload whh Spacer
(8-314" Ring Gear) considerably during rotation of pinion indicates a
binding condition which requires correction. Use a
(5)Install tool compression sleeve (SP-535)(square thinner shim pack to increase preload and a thicker
end out), centralizing washer (SP-534)and main screw shim pack to decrease preload. Preload shims are
nut (SP-533).Turn carrier in stand to bring nut on top. available in two thousandths of an inch increments
(6)Tighten tool nut to 240 foot-pounds with a from .014-.026inch.
torque wrench, using holding Tool C-3281 on the After correct pinion bearing preload is set, DO
compression sleeve to hold the assembly in several NOT REMOVE THE TOOL.
positions to make a complete revolution while tight-
ening. Remove holding tool and rotate the pinion Depth of Mesh
several revolutions in both directions to align the (1) Reverse carrier in stand and install gauge block
bearing rollers. Recheck torque to 240 foot-pounds SP-528 on end of tool and securing it to tool with
(torque may have diminished as bearing rollers were Allen screw. The flat portion of gauge block should
aligned by rotating). Correct bearing preload reading be facing differential bearing pedestals (Fig. 27).
can only be obtained with nose of carrier up. Tighten screw with Allen wrench.
(7)Using inch-pound torque wrench C-685,meas- (2)Position arbor SP-561 (part of Tool C-758-D4)
ure pinion bearing preload by rotating pinion with in differential bearing pedestals of carrier (Fig. 28).
handle of wrench floating, read the torque while Center the arbor so that an approximate equal dis-
wrench is moving through several complete revolu- tance is maintained at both ends. Position differential
tions. Correct preload setting is 20-30 inch-pounds bearing caps and attaching bolts on carrier pedestals,
for a new bearing and 0-15 inch-pounds for orig- and insert a piece of .002 inch shim stock between
inal bearing. Bearing preload should be uniform arbor and each cap. Tighten cap bolts to 10 foot-
during complete revolution. A reading that varies pounds.
(3)Select a rear pinion bearing mounting shim
which will fit between cross arbor and gauge block.
This fit must be snug but not too tight (similar to the
pull of a feeler gauge) (Fig. 29). This shim is then
used in determining the correct thickness shim for
installation.
(4) To select a shim for installation, read the mark-
+
ing on end of pinion head (-0, -1, -2, 1, +2 etc.).
When marking is -(minus), add that amount to the
thickness of shim selected in step (3).When the mark-
+
ing is (plus), subtract that amount. Example: With
a shim .086 inch thick and a pinion marked -2,
+
install a shim .088 inch thick. (.086 .002 = .088).
Example: With a shim .086 inch thick and a pinion
marked +2, install a washer .084 inch thick, (.086
- .002= .084)or when a shim .086inch thick is too
loose and .088 inch too tight, use .086 inch shim.
Fig. 27-Installing Gauge Block on Tool Treat other pinion markings in a similar manner.
3-22 REAR AXLE 0

(large bore facing rear bearing cone).


(12)Install selected shim pack.
(13)Lubricate front and rear pinion bearing cones
with lubricant as specified in (Lubrication Group
“0”).
(14)Position front pinion bearing cone in its cup in
carrier.
(15)Install drive pinion oil seal into carrier using
Tool 3980. Lip of seal must face front bearing. Tool
3980 MUST BE USED in order to position the seal the
proper depth into the carrier.
(16)Insert drive pinion and bearing assembly up
through carrier. While supporting pinion in carrier,
install companion flange with installing Tool (2-496 or
DD-999and holding Tool C-3281.
115 (17)Remove tools and install Belleville washer
(convex side of washer up) and pinion nut.
Fig. 29-Determining Spacer Thickness (18)Hold companion flange with holding Tool C-
3281 and tighten pinion nut to 240 foot-pounds. Ro-
Shims are availab1e in thousandths Of an inch
increments. Mounting shims differ in diameter, de- tate pinion several revolutions in both directions to
pending on which pinion they are used on. align bearing rollers. Recheck torque to 240 foot-
(5)Remove tool arbor from carrier. pounds (torque may have diminished as bearing
(6)Remove tool and bearings out of carrier.
rollers were aligned by rotating).
(7)Remove shims, spacer, tool sleeve and rear
bearing cone from tool main screw.
PINION BEARING PRELOAD WITHOUT
(8)With stem of pinion facing up, install correct
BEARING SPACER (Large Stem Pinion)
shim on pinion stem. Shims are chamfered on one Inspect bearing cups and carrier for grit and dirt or
side and must be installed on the pinion stem with other foreign material. Clean all parts in a fast evapo-
chamfered side toward pinion head. rating mineral spirits or a dry cleaning solvent and
(9)Position rear bearing cone on pinion stem with the exception of bearing cones, dry with com-
(small side away from pinion head). Make certain that pressed air.
the contacting surfaces of correct shim, pinion head (1)Assemble spacer SP-2921 to main section of
shim contact surface and rear bearing cone are per- tool followed by spacer SP-1730.Install rear pinion
fectly clean and free of any foreign particles. bearing cone over spacer SP-1730and against spacer
(10) Using installing Tool DD-996 press bearing on SP-2921(Fig. 30).
pinion stem. An arbor press may be used in conjunc- (2) Insert assembly into carrier and install front
tion with tool. pinion bearing cone over tool shaft and in its proper
(11)Install bearing tubular spacer on pinion stem position in bearing cup. Install tool spacer, tool thrust

NYl68A
fig. 30-Tool C-7$8-D4 I n d a l l d in Housing 18-314’’ large Pinion)
0 REAR AXLE 3-23
washer and tool nut on shaft. (12)Add rear pinion bearing shim you selected on
(3)With nose of carrier up, place flange holding tool between spacer SP-2921and rear pinion bearing
Tool C-3281 on compression sleeve. Allow assembly cone. Install spacer SP-1730and insert tool in carrier.
to rotate while tightening nut to not more than 25-50 (13)Install original preload shim pack and front
foot-pounds. Always make sure bearing cones are pinion bearing cone and position in carrier bearing
lubricated with hypoid gear lubricant. cup. Install tool compression sleeve SP-535 and tool
(4)Turn tool several complete revolutions in both nut washer and tool nut on shaft.
directions to permit bearing rollers to seat. After (14)Using holding tool (2-3281 on compression
bearing rollers are properly seated, check bearing sleeve and tighten tool nut to 240 foot-pounds. Hold
preload by rotating tool with an inch-pound torque the assembly in several positions to make a complete
wrench. The correct bearing preload should be from revolution while tightening.
20-30 inch-pounds for new bearings and 0-15 inch- (15)Remove holding tool and rotate tool several
pounds for the original bearings. revolutions in both directions to permit bearing
(5)With proper bearing preload set, invert carrier rollers to seat. Recheck torque to 240 foot-pounds
in stand and install gauge block SP-528 or SP-3250 (torque may have diminished as bearing rollers were
to the main screw attaching it with Allen screw se- aligned by rotating).
curely (Fig. 27).The flat portion of gauge block should (16) Measure pinion bearing preload by rotating
be facing differential bearing pedestals. tool using an inch-pound torque wrench. The correct
(6) Position tool arbor SP-561 in differential bear- preload specifications &e 20-30inch-pounds for new
ing pedestals of carrier (Fig. 28). Center the arbor so bearings and 0-15for original bearings. Correct bear-
that an approximate equal distance is maintained at ing preload readings can only be obtained with nose
both ends. Position differential bearing caps and at- of carrier in up right position. Bearing preload should
taching bolts on carrier pedestals, and insert a piece be uniform during complete revolution. A reading
of .002inch shim stock between arbor and each cap. that varies during rotation indicates a binding condi-
Tighten cap bolts to 10 foot-pounds. tion which should be corrected. Use a thinner shim
(7) Select a rear pinion bearing mounting shim pack to increase preload and a thicker shim pack to
which will fit between cross arbor and gauge block. decrease preload. Preload shim are available in two
This fit must be snug but not too tight (similar to the thousandths of an inch increments from .014-.026
pull of a feeler gauge. (Fig. 29). This shim is then inch.
used in determining the correct thickness shim for (17)Remove tool with shim pack, bearing cone,
installation pinion mounting shim, and spacer from carrier and
(8)To select a shim for installation, read the mark- tool.
ing on end of pinion head (-0, -1, -2, +1, +2, (18) With stem of pinion facing up, install correct
etc.). When marking is - (minus), add that amount to shim on pinion stem. Shims are chamfered on one
the thickness of shim selected in step (7).When the side and must be installed on the pinion stem with
marking is + (plus), subtract that amount. Example: chamfered side toward pinion head.
With a shim .086inch thick and a pinion marked -2, (19) Position rear bearing cone on pinion stem
+
install a shim .088 inch thick (.086 .002 = .088). (small side away from pinion head). Make certain that
Example: With a shim .086 inch thick and a pinion the contacting surfaces of correct shim, pinion head
marked +2, install a washer .084 inch thick, (.086 shim contact surface and rear bearing cone are per-
- .002= .084)or when a shim .086inch thick is too fectly clean and free of any foreign particles.
loose and .088 inch too thick, use .086 inch shim. (20)Lubricate front and rear pinion bearing cones
Treat other pinion markings in a similar manner. with hypoid gear lubricant. Install rear bearing, cone
Shims are available in two thousandths of an inch onto pinion stem, and using Tool DD-996,press bear-
increments. Mounting shims differ in diameter, de- ing cone into place. An arbor press may be used in
pending on which pinion they are used on. conjunction with tool.
(9) Remove differential bearing caps and remove (21)Insert pinion and bearing assembly up
tool arbor from carrier. through carrier and install the selected front pinion
(10)Reverse carrier in stand so nut of tool is in up- bearing preload shim pack followed by the bearing
right position. Loosen compression nut, and support cone.
lower portion of tool in carrier with one hand, re- (22)Apply a light coat of sealer in seal bore of
move tool nut, centering washer and compression carrier and install drive pinion oil seal into carrier
sleeve. Lower tool down and out of carrier. using Tool 3980. Lip of seal must face front bearing.
(11)Remove front pinion bearing cone from car- Tool 3980 MUST BE USED in order to position the
rier. seal the proper depth into carrier.
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(23)While supporting pinion in carrier, install of washer up) and nut. DO NOT INSTALL THE OIL
companion flange with installing Tool C-496 or DD- SEAL. Rotate the drive pinion after tightening the
999 and holding Tool C-3281. flange nut to 240 foot-pounds, to properly seat the
(24) Remove tools and install Belleville washer bearing rollers in the bearing cups. The preload
(convex side of washer up) and pinion nut. torque required to rotate the pinion with the bearings
(25) Hold universal joint flange with holding Tool ,oiled should be 20-30 inch-pounds for new bearings
C-3281 and tighten pinion nut to 240 foot-pounds. and 0-15 inch-pounds for used bearings. Use a
Rotate pinion several revolutions in both directions to thinner shim pack to increase preload and a thicker
align bearing rollers. Recheck torque to 240 foot- shim pack to decrease preload. After the correct pin-
pounds (torque may have diminished as bearing ion depth of mesh has been established and correct
rollers were aligned by rotating). bearing preload obtained, remove the drive pinion
flange. Install the oil seal with Tool 3980. Install the
PINION BEARING PRELOAD AND PINION pinion flange, washer and nut and tighten the nut to
SElTlNG (Without Using Tool C-758-D4) 240 foot-pounds.
If the differential assembly was satisfactorily quiet installation of Differential and Ring Gear in
before being disassembled, the drive pinion may be Carrier
assembled with the original mounting shim and pre- (1) Holding differential and ring gear assembly
load shim pack. If replacement parts are installed, a with bearing cups on respective bearing cones, care-
complete readjustment is necessary; the proper thick- fully install the assembly into carrier.
ness shim must be installed between the pinion and (2)Install differential bearing caps, on respective
rear bearing. The drive gear and pinion are manu- sides, making certain that identification marks on
factured and lapped in matching sets and are avail- caps correspond with those on carrier. Install cap bolts
able in matched sets only. The adjustment position in and tighten bolts of each cap by hand.
which the best tooth contact is obtained is marked on (3)Install differential bearing adjusters, on respec-
the end of the pinion head. tive sides, making certain that identification marks
To obtain the proper pinion setting in relation to correspond. Screw adjuster in by hand. No attempt
the drive gear, the correct thickness mounting shim should be made to apply any excessive pressure at
must be selected before the drive pinion is installed this time.
in the carrier. The pinion bearing mounting shims are (4)Using spanner wrenches Tool C-406A’ to square
available in two thousandths increments from .084 to bearing cups with bearing cone, turn adjusters “IN”
.lo0 inch. To select the proper thickness shim, pro- until cups are properly square with bearings and end
ceed as follows: It will be noted that the head of the play is eliminated with some backlash existing be-
drive pinion is marked with a plus (+)or minus (-) tween the drive gear and pinion (Fig. 31).
sign followed by a number ranging from 1 to 4, or (5) Tighten one differential bearing cap bolt on
zero (0)marking.

Depth of Mesh
If the old and new pinion have the same marking
and if the original bearing is being reused, use a
mounting shim of the same thickness. But if the old
pinion is marked zero (0) and the new pinion is
marked +2, try a .002 inch thinner shim. If the new
pinion is marked -2, try a .002inch thicker shim.
Pinion Bearing Preload
If the bearings are being replaced, place the new
bearing cup in position in the carrier and drive the
cups in place with a suitable drift. After properly
positioning the bearing cups in the carrier, assemble
the drive pinion mounting shim (chamfered side
down toward gear) on the drive pinion stem. Install
the tubular spacer (if so equipped) and the preload
shims on the pinion stems. Insert the pinion assembly
into the carrier. Install the front pinion bearing cone,
.
universal ioint flange. Belleville washer (convex side
Y . Fig. 3 I-Ad]usting DMferential Beartngr
0 REAR AXLE 3-25
each side to 85-90foot-pounds. (3)Install remaining adjuster lock, lockwasher and
attaching screw. Tighten to 15-20foot-pounds.
DRIVE GEAR AND PINION BACKLASH
GEAR TOOTH CONTACT PATTERN
Correct drive gear and pinion backlash when
properly set is .006 to .008 inch at point of minimum The gear tooth contact pattern (Fig. 33)will disclose
backlash. whether the correct rear pinion bearing mounting
(1)Attach a dial indicator Tool G340 or C-3339to shim has been installed and the drive gear backlash
carrier flange so pointer of indicator is squarely con- set properly. (Refer to Fig. 33 for various gear tooth
tacting one drive gear tooth (drive side) (Fig. 32). contact patterns.)
(2)Measure backlash between drive gear and pin-
ion at four positions, approximately 90 degrees apart. Obtaining Tooth Contact Pattern
After point of least backlash has been determined, Apply a thin film of red lead on drive and coast
mark drive gear. Do not rotate drive gear from point side of drive gear teeth. Using a round bar apply a
of least backlash until all adjustments have been load against the back of the drive gear. As this load is
completed. being applied to the drive gear, rotate the pinion
(3) Using Tool C-406A (spanner wrench) turn both several revolutions in both directions. This action w i l l
bearing adjusters equally (in same direction) until leave a distinct contact pattern on both the drive and
backlash between drive gear and pinion is .0005 to coast side of the drive gear teeth. Compare the pat-
.0015 inch. This backlash variation is given to permit terns on the drive gear teeth with those in Fig. 33 to
alignment and installation of the bearing adjuster determine if all adjustments have been properly
lock, lockwarher and attaching screw. The adjuster made.

-
must only be turned in a clockwise direction and
under no circumstances should be backed off.
Correct Adjustment-Proper Tooth Contact
(4) Install adjuster lock on bearing cap, back-face With all the adjustments properly made, correct
side of drive gear. Tighten lock screw to 15 to 20 tooth contact (Fig. 33)will result. Notice that the cor-
foot-pounds. rect contact pattern is well centered on both drive
and coast sides of the teeth. When tooth contact pat-
Differential Bearing Preload terns are obtained by hand, they are apt to be rather
(1) Turn bearing adjuster (tooth side of drive gear)

-
small. Under the actual operz$R$Joad, & g + e r , the
(Fig. 32)in a notch at a time (notch referred to is the
adjuster lock holes) until backlash between drive gear

-
CORRECT
and pinion is a minimum of .006 to .008 inch. This AD JU STM ENT Canter Centar Toe

will preload differential bearings and establish cor-


rect backlash.
(2)Tighten the remaining two Merentia1 bearing PINION SPACER
m

-
TOO THICK
cap bolts to 85-90foot-pounds. TOO. Low ne.1. Low

PINION SPACER
TOO THIN m Had. High Toe. High

GEAR TOO CLOSE


T O PINION
Toe
m Slightly Hlghar

GEAR TOO FAR


FROM PINION
Had Slightly Lowar

1. PINION SPACER CHANGES AFFECT THE COAST SIDE CONTACT


FASTER THAN THE DRIVE SIDE
2. BACKLASH ADJUSTMENTS AFFECT THE DRIVE SIDE CONTACT
MUCH FASTER THAN THE COAST SIDE
3. ALL BACKLASH MEASUREMENTS SHOULD BE MADE AT THE
KP21 POINT OF MINIMUM BACKLASH
NY 1022A

Fig. 32-Measuring Backlash Between


Drive Gear and Pinion Fig. 3 3 5 e a r Tooth Contad Pattern
3-26 REAR AXLE 0

contact area increases. again necessary to insert a thinner shim behind the
If improper tooth contact is evident, the pinion rear pinion bearing.
must be readjusted by either increasing or decreasing
the thickness of the rear pinion bearing mounting Heavy Heel Contact
shim. Backlash between the drive gear and pinion If the tooth pattern is heavy on the heel of the
must be maintained within the specified limits until teeth, the edges of the teeth may chip resulting in
correct tooth contact pattern is obtained. excessive damage to the entire assembly. This condi-
tion is corrected by moving the drive gear toward the
Heavy Face Contact pinion. This would result in decreasing the backlash
If the tooth pattern is across the length of the tooth making it again necessary to insert a thinner shim
face, narrow and near the top, the teeth will wear behind the rear pinion bearing.
thin and roll over or score, resulting in excessive gear
lash and noise. This condition is corrected by install- DIFFERENTIAL AND CARRIER
ing a thicker shim behind the rear pinion bearing.
lnstallutlon
Heavy Flank Contact (1) Thoroughly clean the gasket surfaces of the car-
If the tooth pattern is across the length of the tooth rier and rear axle housing.
and is narrow and low on the flank, the pinion teeth (2) Using a new gasket, install the carrier assembly
will score and also result in noise. This condition is into the axle housing. Tighten the carrier to axle hous-
corrected by installing a thinner shim behind the rear ing nuts to 45 foot-pounds.
pinion bearing. (3) Refer to “Installation of Rear Axle Shaft,” when
installing and setting axle shaft end play.
Heavy Toe Contact (4) Install rear universal joint of propeller shaft
If the tooth pattern is heavy on the toe of the and tighten clamp screws to 15 foot-pounds.
tooth, the edges of the teeth may chip resulting in (5) Remove wooden block from under brake pedal
excessive damage of the entire assembly. This condi- and bleed and adjust brakes.
tion is corrected by moving the drive gear away from (6) Install rear wheel and tighten to 55 foot-
the pinion. This will increase the backlash making it pounds.

REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY


9%’’ A N D 9%’’ R I N G GEAR
INDEX
Page Page
Axle Shafts and Bearings ......................
Differential (Removal and Disassembly) ......... 28
28 (Using Pinion Depth Gauge Tool DD 1244) .....
32
Drive Pinion Depth Of Mesh Setting
Differentia I (Cleaning and Inspection) .......... 30 (Using Tool C-758-D4) ....................... 33
Differential Bearing Preload and Drive Gear Gear Tooth Contact Pattern .................... 36
and Pinion Backlash ........................ 35 Lubrication ................................... 37
Differential Case and Drive Gear (Installation) ... 31 Pinion Bearing Preload ........................ 35
Differential Case (Sure-Grip) ................... 30 Rear Axle Assembly (Removal) ................. 28
Drive Pinion Depth Of Mesh Setting Rear Axle Assembly (Installation) .............. 36
GENERAL INFORMATION
With the increase of torque output of the 440 stances will be of the Sure-Grip type. In some instances
cubic inch engine with Power Pak or the 426 cubic where a higher numerical ratio gear set is installed,
inch Hemi-Engine in vehicles equipped with 4 speed a new differential case will have to be purchased and
manual transmissions, two new rear axle assemblies installed due to difference in ring gear mounting
will appear in those vehicles which are so equipped. dimensions. On models equipped with the 440 cubic
The 9-1/4 inch diameter rear axle will be standard inch Power Pak engine, the standard gear set will
on those models with the 440 cubic inch engine be 3.31 ratio. Those models with the 426 cubic inch
with Power Pak. The 9-3/4 inch diameter rear axle Hemi-Engine will be equipped with a 3.54 ratio gear
will be used exclusively with the 426 cubic inch Hemi- set. Optional matched gear sets with ratios of 4.10
Engine (Fig. 1). and 4.56 will be available for dealer installation on
The standard diiTerential case used in both in- models equipped with the 9-3/4 inch diameter axle
0 REAR AXLE 3-27

GASKET
.. -
I BEARING CONE
COVER CLUTCH PLATES
\ AND DISCS

PLUG\
SCREW-.

...- _.^^^
CLUTCH PLATES ~ , ~ , ~ ~ -
,-
RniT
I
-..
ADJUSTING
SHIMS
SIDE GEAR RING

DRIVE PINION

AXLE SHAFT AND


DIFFERENTIAL BEARING ASSEMBLY
ADJUSTING
SHIMS

BEARING CONE

SLINGER
/GASKET
,/FLANGE
RETAINER GASKET
SHAFT FLANGE

NNlOl9
Fig. I-9-ll4" and 9414" Rear Axle Assembly
assembly. a tight press-fit on the pinion stem. The front pinion
The rear axle is of the integral carrier-housing, bearing is a light-press fit to a close sliding fit on
hypoid gear type in which the centerline of the drive the pinion stem. The front and rear bearing cups are
pinion is mounted below the centerline of the ring a press-fit against a shoulder recessed in the carrier.
gear. The drive pinion depth of mesh adjustment is con-
The rear axle housing is an iron casting with tubu- trolled by locating shims, which are installed between
lar legs pressed into and welded to the carrier to the rear pinion bearing cup and the carrier casting.
form a carrier and tube assembly. A removable Drive pinion bearing preload is maintained by
stamped steel cover is bolted to the rear of the car- using different thicknesses of shim packs between
rier to permit inspection and service of the differen- the drive pinion bearing shoulder and front pinion
tial without removing the complete rear axle from bearingcone.
the vehicle. The Sure-Grip differential case is used exclusively
A small metal tag is attached beneath one of the in both axle assemblies. The differential case is
cover screws to identify the axle ratio. This tag is supported by two taper roller bearing cones which
stamped with the number of teeth on the drive pinion are a press-fit on the differential case hubs. Shims in-
and ring gear, and by dividing the larger number stalled between the bearing cone and shoulder of hub
(ring gear teeth) by the smaller number (drive pin- of differential case, perform three functions: They
ion) the axle ratio can be determined. eliminate the differential case side play; they adjust
The drive pinion is supported by two preloaded and maintain the backlash between the ring gear and
taper roller bearings. The rear pinion bearing cone is drive pinion; and establish a means of obtaining
3-28 REAR AXLE 0

differential bearing preload. center section of the axle into the wheel bearings
The rear axle shafts are mounted on taper roller and onto the brake assembly. The outer retainer
bearings which are located at the outer ends of the clamps the bearing and cup into the housing bore and
axle housing tubes. The bearings are pressed onto also clamps the brake support plate to the studs of the
the shoulder of the shaft and held in place by a collar housing tube. Axle shaft end play is adjusted by
that has a very tight interference fit. The bearings are means of a threaded adjuster located in the right
lubricated with Automotive Multi-FWpose Grease. axle shaft bearing retainer. Axle shaft end play must
Grade 2. Oil seals are pressed into the outer ends of be maintained at ~005”-.012”.
the housing tube!s to prevent oil leakage from the

SERVICE PROCEDURES
AXLE SHAFTS AND BEARINGS
L--.- DIFFERENTIAL
The service procedures for the axle shafts and Removal and Disassembly
bearings are the same as that described under the (1) Position carrier and tube assembly in a suitable
83/4” Rear Axle section of this group. The only ex- holding device; such as the jaws of a vise with the
ception being that of axle shaft end play which will carrier cover facing upward. Thoroughly clean the
be maintained within the tolerances of .005-.012 outer area of carrier and tubes with a suitable clean-
inch. ing solvent and blow dry with compressed air.
Install axle shaft inner oil seal using Tool C-4026 (2) Loosen and remove cover screws and remove
(9-3/4” Axle) and Tool C-839 (9-1/4” Axle). The carrier cover. Tilt assembly and drain lubricant into
above tools position the seal the proper dimension a container.
from the axle shaft bearing shoulder in the axle (3) Using a suitable cleaning solvent wash and clean
housing in order that seal will definitely contact the differential, bearings, ring gear and pinion and inter-
machined sealing surface of the axle shaft. nal surfaces and blow dry with compressed air.
CAUTION: Under no circumstances should axle shaft (4) In preparing to measure drive gear back face
collars or bearings be removed using a torch. The use runout (provided no side play was found) mount a dial
of a torch in the removal of the axle shaft collars or indicator Tool C-3339 on pilot stud (Fig. 2) and load
bearings is an unsafe practice, because heat is fed the indicator stem slightly when plunger is at right
into the axle shaft bearing journal and, thereby angles to back face of drive gear.
(5) Measure drive gear back face runout by ro-
weakens this area.
tating drive gear several complete revolutions and
REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY reading dial indicator. Mark drive gear and differen-
tial case at point of maximum runout. The marking of
Removal differential case will be very helpful later in check-
Should it become necessary to remove rear axle
assembly for overhaul or repair, proceed as follows: ing differential case runout. Total indicator readings
(1) Raise rear of vehicle until rear wheel clear in excess of .006 inch might indicate possible loose
floor. Support body at front of rear springs.
(2) Block brake pedal in the up position using a
wooden block.
(3) Remove rear wheels.
(4) Disconnect hydraulic brake lines at wheel cyl-
inders and cap fittings to prevent loss of brake fluid.
(5) Disconnect parking brake cables.
To maintain proper drive line balance when reas-
sembling, make scribe marks on the propeller shaft
universal joint and the pinion flange before removal.
(6) Disconnect propeller shaft at differential pin-
ion flange and secure in an upright position to pre-
vent damage to front universal joint.
(7) Remove shock absorbers from spring plate
studs and loosen rear spring “U” bolts nuts and re-
move “U” bolts. NNlO20
(8) Remove axle assembly from vehicle. Fig. 2-Measuring Drive Gear Runout
0 REAR AXLE 3-29
drive gear or damaged differential case. A test for
differential case runout will be described later.
(6)Check the clearance between the differential
bearing cap and bearing cup by trying to insert a
piece of .003 inch feeler stock between them. A .003
inch feeler should not enter between the bearing cap
and cup. A clearance of more than .003 inch could be
caused by bearing cup having turned in carrier,
causing excessive wear.
(7) Note identifying letters stamped on bearing caps
and face of carrier housing seal surface (Fig. 3). Let-
ters stamped on left side are in horizontal position
while right side are in vertical position. Always match
identifying letters for proper reassembly.
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NN1022
(8)Loosen and remove the differential bearing caps
and locate spreader Tool W-129 with tool dowel pins Fig. &Spreading Rear Axle Housing
seated in locating holes of axle housing. Turn tool discard. Using a fiber mallet, tap the drive gear loose
screw finger tight at this time. from the differential case pilot and remove.
(9)Install pilot stud on left side of axle housing. (13)If the drive gear runout exceeded .006 inch
Attach dial indicator and load indicator stem slightly in step 5 differential case flange runout should be re-
against opposite side of axle housing (Fig. 4). measured. Install differential case with respective
(10)Tighten spreader tool nut sufficiently to ob- bearing cups into axle housing. Loosen nut of spreader
tain .015 inch movement of dial indicator to permit tool and remove. Install bearing caps and tighten
removal of differential case and ring gear assembly. snugly. Mount dial indicator in contact with flange
DO NOT SPREAD OVER .020 INCH AS IT WILL face of differential case (Fig. 6) and measure runout
RESULT IN PERMANENT DAMAGE TO CARRIER as described in Step 5.Total allowable runout should
CASTING. not exceed .003 inch. It is often possible to reduce
(11) Remove dial indicator and remove differential excessive runout by positioning drive gear 180 degrees
case and ring gear assembly from axle housing. A from point of maximum runout when reassembling
light prying action with a screwdriver or pinch bar ring gear on differential case.
will loosen assembly for easy removal (Fig. 5). Pry (14) Position carrier and tube assembly in vise
up differential case and ring gear as straight up as with nose of carrier in the up position. Remove drive
possible using leverage against differential case and pinion nut and washer. Using Tool C-452 and holding
carrier to prevent damage. Keep respective bearing Tool C-3281,remove drive pinion flange.
cups with bearing cones, if they are not worn or dam- (15)Using Tool C-748,remove drive pinion oil seal.
aged and are to be reassembled. Remove slinger, gasket, front pinion bearing cone
(12) Place the differential case between the soft and preload shim pack. Record the thickness of the
jaws of a vise and remove the drive gear screws and shimsin case they should be lost.
(16)Position the carrier and tube assembly on an

L N1023
NN1021 F ig.5-Removing Differential and Drfve Gear
Fig. 3-Bearing Cap Identificcrtion Assembly
3-30 REAR AXLE 0

Fig. 6-Measuring DHterential Case Drive Gear


Mounting Flange Face Runout
arbor press, then press out the drive pinion stem and
rear bearing cone assembly.
(17) With the aid of a brass drift and hammer, drive
out the front and rear pinion bearing cups from hous-
ing. Remove the shim from behind the rear bearing
cup and record the thickness of shim pack. Fig. 7-Removing DifferentialBearings
(18) Remove rear bearing cone from drive pinion
stem using TOOI DD-914C or TOOI C-293 and adapters found to be unfit for further use they murt be r~
No*37 (9-3/4” Axle) Or adapters No* l7(9-1/4” Axle). placed. See “Axle Shaft Assembly pFocedUe.”
(19) Remove differential bearing cones from dif- (5) ~ xshaft
l splines
~ should be smooth and straight
ferential case hubs using Tool DD-914C or Tool C- and free of excessive wear. The axle shaft oil seal
293 and adapters No’62 (9-3/4” Or adapters journal should be smooth and free of nicks, scratches
No* l8 (’-l/”’ Axle). (Fig. 7). Care must be taken or corrosion. To remove any imperfections, polish
to insure that bearing remover adapters are located the area with #coo ,,loth (without reducing
so as not to pull on bearing cage.
diameter of axle shaft oil seal journal).
(20) Remove the shims located behind each bear-
(6) Differential bearings and front and rear pinion
ing and record thickness to aid in reassembly. bearing cone and cup assemblies should have a smooth
appearance with nobroken or dented surfaces on rol-
CLEANING AND INSPECTION lers or roller contact surfaces. The bearing roller
retainer cages must not be distorted or cracked. When
(1)Wash and clean all parts in a suitable cleaning replacing bearings, always replace the cup and cone
solvent and with the exception of bearing cones, dry in a set only.
with compressed air. To clean axle housing tubes, (7) Inspect drive gear and pinion for worn or
insert a stiff wire into tube, attach a clean cloth to chipped teeth or damaged attaching bolt threads. If
wire at center section and withdraw from center replacement is necessary, replace both the drive gear
outward. and drive pinion as they are available in matched sets
(2) All machined contact surfaces in the axle hous-
only.
ing and differential bearing caps should be smooth (8) Inspect universal joint flange for cracks, worn
and free of any raised edges. Front and rear pinion splines, pitted, rough or corroded oil seal contacting
bearing cup bore machine surfaces should be smooth. surface. Repair or replace universal joint flange as
Raised metal on shoulders of bores incurred in re- necessary.
moval of cups should be flattened by use of a flat (9) Inspect drive pinion bearing shim pack for
nosed punch. broken, damaged or distorted shims. Replace, if nec-
(3) Axle shaft oil seal bores at both ends of housing essary, during establishment of pinion bearing pre-
should be smooth and free of rust and corrosion.
load.
This also applies to brake support plate and housing
flange face surface.
(4) Axle shaft bearings should be washed and SURE-GRIP DIFFERENTIAL
cleaned and inspected for any pitting, spalling or im-
perfections in surface of bearing cup. If bearings are The Sure-Grip DifFerential used in the 9-1/4”
0 REAR AXLE 3-31

FLAT PLATE FLAT DISC DISHED DISC


differential case flange.
(2) Insert drive gear screws through case flange
and into drive gear. After all cap screws are properly
started, tap drive gear against differential case flange
with a non-metallic mallet.
(3) Clamp unit between brass jaws of a vise and
alternately tighten each cap screw to 55-75 foot-
pounds (9-1/4” axle), 100-120 foot-pounds (9-3/4”
axle).
(4) Position each differential bearing cone on hub
of differential case (without shims), small end away
from drive gear, using Tool (2-4025 (9-3/4” Axle) or
Tool C-4028 (9-1/4” Axle) (Fig. 9). An arbor press
may be used in conjunction with installing Tool.
SIDE GE‘AR RING FLAT 6LATE DISHED PLATE ND126B CAUTION: Never exert pressure against the bearing
cage, since this would damage the bearing and make
Fig. 8-Arrangement of Plates and Discs it unfit for further use.
(9-114‘’ and 9-314“ Differential) (5) Position differential bearing cups on their re-
and 9-3/4” axle assemblies are similar in appearance, spective cones and insert differential case in carrier.
but differ in size. The service procedures appear Install bearing caps in their correct positions and
in the Sure-Grip Differential section of this group. tighten bearing cap bolts finger tight.
Figure 8 shows the proper clutch plate and disc (6) Install dial indicator fixture with indicator
arrangement. pointer contacting back face of drive gear.
(7) Insert a screwdriver blade between bearing
INSTALLATION-DIFFERENTIAL CASE cup and housing and pry case assembly as far as pos-
AND DRIVE GEAR sible to one side of housing (Fig. 10). Set dial indica-
tor at zero. Using screwdriver, pry case to opposite
The contacting surfaces of the drive gear and dif- side of housing and record the reading.
ferential case flange must be clean and free of all This reading indicates the amount of shims needed
burrs. Dress down surfaces with a file as needed. to take up the clearance between the differential bear-
(1) Position drive gear on differential case pilot, ing cups and the case. The shim pack thickness to be
aligning threaded holes of drive gear with those in placed on bearing hub between bearing cone and dif-
ferential case will be calculated later in the procedure
after installation of drive pinion and depth of mesh
setting.
(8) Remove dial indicator, loosen bearing cap bolts
and remove bearing caps. Remove differential as-
sembly from housing.

NN1026
Fig. IO-Determining Shims to Obtain “0”
Fig. 9-Installing bifferential Bearing Cones End Clearance
3-32 REAR AXLE 0

PRODUCTION PINION DEPTH


ADJUSTMENT
NUMBERS FIGURE
,

GEAR MATING MARK


(SAME AS ON DRIVE GEAR) NY423

Fig. 1 1-Drive Pinion Markings


DRIVE PINION DEPTH OF MESH SETTING Fig. 13-Pinion Depth Gauge Tool DD-1244
(Using Pinion Depth Gauge Tool DD1244)
pack in carrier. The starting shim pack to be placed
Note the figures etched on the head of the drive between the rear cup and carrier can be determined
pinion and observe (Fig. 11).One figure is found on from the shims removed and the etched marking on
both the drive pinion and ring gear and indicates a the pinion. The + or - figure indicates the variation
matched gear-set. Directly opposite this figure will from the nominal distance between the front of the
+
be one with a or - before it, or if not a +
or -, pinion and the center line of the carrier. For example,
the figure will be 0. This number must be positively if a pinion marked +2 was originally installed with a
identified before continuing with the assembly pro- shim pack .035 inch and the new pinion is marked
cedure. Midway between the two sets of figures de- -1, the shim pack should be increased .003 inch to
scribed above are numbers and letters. These numbers bring the new pinion to its correct position, and the
and letters are etched for manufacturing purposes new shim pack would be .038 inch. This will give an
only, but as one of these numbers may be 0, it might approximate setting of the pinion. A pinion depth
be confused with the number needed for assembly gauge should be used for final setting of the pinion,
procedure. A rule to follow would be to first examine see steps 6 through 14. Shims are available in .003,
+ +
the shaft end for a or -number. If a or -num- .005 and .010 inch thickness.
(2) Install front pinion bearing cup in carrier.
ber is not etched on the pinion head, then the num-
ber will be 0. (3) Lubricate rear drive pinion bearing cone with
(1) Install rear drive pinion bearing cup and shim Sure-Grip Lubricant, Part Number 2585318, or equiva-
lent, and install bearing cone on pinion stem with
Tool DD-955 (9-3/4” Axle) or Tool C-4040 (9-1/4”
Axle) (Fig. 12). ’
(4) Position drive pinion and bearing assembly in
carrier and install front pinion bearing cone on pinion
stem. Do not install preload shims behind front pinion
bearing at this time.
(5) Install universal joint pinion flange followed
by washer and nut. Tighten nut just enough to obtain
10-30 inch-pounds of preload. Rotate drive pinion
while tightening to seat bearing rollers.
REAR
(6) The pinion depth gauge Tool DD-1244 (Fig. 13)
is a direct reading precision micrometer, mounted in
PINION an arbor and is calibrated to show the distance from
the end of the anvil to the centerline of the gauge set.
To check the accuracy of the gauge, install the micro-
KD 382
meter and arbor in the master gauge. Install the
Fig. 1t--lnstalling Rear-Pinion Bearing Cone checking block and read the micrometer, it should be
0 REAR AXLE 3-33

I AXLE
MODEL
PINION
SETTING I

r
KU403B

KN950 Fig. 16-Pinion Setting Dimensions


Fig. 14-Checking Gauge in Master Guuge Assembly a + or - marking require a different pinion setting.
For example, if a pinion marked +2 is being installed
accurate within less than .0005 inch (Fig. 14). in a 9-3/4” axle, add the +2 to pinion setting dimen-
(7) Select the proper adapters from the gauge set sions 3.125 which will be the corrected dimension of
that fits the differential bearing cup bores. Install the 3.127. The 9-1/4” axle 2.688 dimension will be cor-
adapters on the arbor and position in carrier housing. rected to 2.690.
Install bearing caps and tighten cap bolts up snug. (11) If pinion setting is within -.001 inch to +.003
(8) Install the step plate clamp assembly on the inch, the pinion position can be assumed to be cor-
carrier housing. Position step plate over pinion and rect. If the setting is outside these limits, it should be
tighten step plate screw against step plate. Make sure corrected by adding or removing the proper thick-
the four step plate feet are squarely positioned on ness shim behind the rear pinion bearing cup.
the pinion. (12) Remove the drive pinion depth gauge and
(9) Adjust the micrometer so it is directly over drive pinion.
and at a 90 degree angle to the step plate. Screw the (13) If shim adjustment is necessary, remove drive
micrometer down until the anvil contacts the top of pinion rear bearing cup and add or remove shims as
the step plate (Fig. 15). Read the micrometer and determined in preceding Step 9. Measure each shim
make a note of the reading. The step plate measures separately with a micrometer.
.400 inch thick, therefore, add the .400 inch step plate (14) Reinstall drive pinion rear bearing cup and
thickness to the micrometer reading. shims and recheck pinion depth measurement, de-
(10) Figure 16 shows the nominal pinion setting scribed previously.
dimensions for 0 (zero) marked pinion. Pinions with
DRIVE PINION DEPTH OF MESH
(Using Tool C-758-D4)
Rear axle setting gauge Tool C-758-D4 is used to
install drive pinion bearing cups as well as to deter-
mine pinion depth of mesh.
(1) Start both drive pinion bearing cups into axle
housing.
(2) Assemble Tool C-758-D4 by positioning spacer
SP-5184 on main screw of tool (9-3/4” axle), or spacer
SP-5186 (9-1/4” axle). Position rear pinion bearing
cone on tool screw and insert into axle housing.
(3) Position front pinion bearing cone over main
screw of tool followed by compression sleeve SP-535,
centralizing washer SP-534, and main screw nut
SP-533.
Fig. 15-Determining Pinion Depth Se))ing (4) Lubricate drive pinion bearing cones with Sure-
3-34 REAR AXLE
Grip Lubricant, Part Number 2585318, or equivalent. (11)Remove the tool arbor and tool from axle
(5) To install pinion bearing cups, hold compres- housing.
sion sleeve from turning with Tool C-3281, tighten (12) Using a brass drift or soft punch and hammer,
nut, thereby drawing pinion bearing cups into axle remove rear pinion bearing cup from casting.
housing bearing cup bores. Permit tool to turn several (13) Position the correct shim pack in axle hous-
revolutions during tightening operation to permit ing cup bore and install rear bearing cup as de-
bearing rollers to align and prevent brinnelling of scribed previously in steps (1 thru 5). When cup is
bearing cups. Do not remove tool after installing properly seated, remove tool and pinion bearing
cups. Pinion depth of mesh will be determined next. cones.
(6) With main tool left in axle housing after in- (14) Lubricate rear drive pinion bearing cone with
stalling drive pinion bearing cups, loosen tool nut Sure-Grip Lubricant, Part Number 2585318 or equiva-
and re-tighten nut to produce 10-30 inch-pounds of lent and install bearing cone on pinion stem using
preload. Rotate while tightening to align bearing Tool DD-955 (9-3/4” Axle) or Tool (2-4040 (9-1/4”
rollers. Axle). An arbor press may be used in conjunction
(7) Install gauge block SP-528 on main tool and with tool (Fig. 12).
tighten screw with an Allen wrench securely. (15) Install drive pinion and bearing assembly in
(8) Position cross bore arbor SP-5183 (9-3/4” carrier and install the original front pinion bearing
axle), or SP-5185 (9-1/4” axle) in axle housing dif- shim pack followed by the bearing cone. Do not install
ferential bearing seats. Center the arbor so that an oil seal at this time.
approximate equal distance is maintained at both (16) Install universal joint flange, washer and nut.
ends. Correctly position differential bearing caps Tighten nut 250-270 foot-pounds (9-3/4” axle) and
and insert bolts and tighten to 10 foot-pounds. 200-220 foot-pounds (9-1/4” axle). Rotate pinion sev-
(9) Using a feeler gauge select the proper thick- eral complete revolutions to seat bearing rollers.
ness of shims that will snugly fit between arbor and (17) Using an inch-pound torque wrench C-685,
gauge block. This fit must be snug but not too tight measure pinion bearing preload by rotating pinion
(similar to the pull of a feeler gauge). This measure- with handle of wrench floating (Fig. 18). Take read-
ment is then used in determining the correct thick- ing while handle is moving through several complete
ness shim pack for installation behind the rear pin- revolutions. Accurate reading can be made only
ion bearing cup and carrier casting (Fig. 17). with nose of axle in upright position. Correct preload
(10) To select a shim pack for installation, read is 10-20 inch-pounds. Add shim to decrease preload
the markings on the end of pinion head (4, -1, and Subtract shims to increase preload. Shims are
-2, +1, +2, etc.). When marking is - (minus), add available in the following thicknesses: ,003, .005,
that amount to the thickness of shim pack selected .010, and .030 inch.
+
in step (9). When the marking is (plus), subtract that (18) After the correct pinion bearing preload has
amount. Treat other pinion markings in a similar been established, remove the universal joint flange,
manner. Shims are available in .003, .005, and .010 nut and washer.
inch thickness. (19) Install oil slinger and gasket. Using pinion
seal installing Tool C-3719, install drive pinion oil

-
NP414
L NN1030
Fig. I7-Determinlng Shim Pack Thickness for
Drive Pinion Depth of Mesh Fig. 18-Checking Pinion Bearing Preload
0 REAR AXLE 3-35
seal. (2)Install a dial indicator and position the contact
(20)Install universal joint flange washer and nut. point against back face of ring gear. Move the differ-
Tighten nut 250-270 foot-pounds (9-3/4” axle) or ential and ring gear assembly tight against the drive
200-220foot-pounds (9-1/4”axle). pinion, set the dial indicator on 0. Move the differen-
tial and ring gear assembly in the opposite direction
PINION BEARING PRELOAD as far away from pinion as possible and note the read-
ing on dial indicator.
(1)Remove universal joint flange, washer, nut
This reading represents the thickness of shim pack
and front pinion bearing cone.
(2)Install the original front pinion bearing shim necessary to take up the clearance between the bear-
pack followed by the bearing cone. Do not install oil ing cup and the case on the ring gear side of the dif-
seal at this time. ferential assembly. Subtract this reading from the
(3)Install universal joint flange washer and nut. previously recorded total reading to obtain the
Tighten nut 250-270 foot-pounds (9-3/4”axle) and amount of shims necessary to take up the clearance
200-220 foot-pounds (9-1/4” axle). Rotate pinion between the bearing cup and the case at the pinion
several complete revolutions to align and seat bearing side of the differential.
rollers. (3)Remove differential and ring gear assembly
(4) Using an inch-pound torque wrench C-685, from carrier.
measure pinion bearing preload by rotating pinion (4)Remove differential bearing cones. Install the
with handle of wrench floating (Fig. 18). Take reading correct thickness shim pack as determined in step 2
while handle is moving through several complete between bearing cone and differential case hub
revolutions. Accurate reading can be made only with shoulder using Tool (2-4025 (9-3/4”Axle) or Tool
nose of axle in upright position. Correct preload is C-4028 (9-1/4”Axle). Add an additional .015 inch
10-20inch-pounds. Add shims to decrease preload and shims to the drive gear side of differential and install
subtract shims to increase preload. Shims are avail- the differential bearing cones. This additional .015
able in the following thicknesses: .003, .005,.010,and inch shim pack provides the correct bearing preload
.030inch. and backlash.
(5)After the correct bearing preload has been es- (5)Position spreader Tool W-129 in locating holes
tablished, the pinion depth setting should be re- of carrier and tighten screw finger tight. Install dial
checked. indicator and spread carrier .015 to .020inch Do not
(6) Remove universal joint flange nut and washer. exceed this limit to permit placing of differential
(7)Install oil slinger and gasket. Using Tool C- and ring gear assembly in carrier.
3719,install drive pinion oil seal. (6) Install the bearing caps in their respective
(8)Install universal joint flange, washer and nut. positions as indicated by identification marks on caps
Using Tool C-3281 to hold flange, tighten pinion nut and carrier. Remove the spreader tool. Coat the bear-
250-270 foot-pounds (9-3/4”axle) and 200-220 foot- ing cap bolt threads with sealing compound and install
pounds (9-1/4”axle). Recheck pinion bearing pre- and tighten bolts snugly.
load. (7) Tap the drive gear lightly with a rawhide ham-
mer to properly seat the differential bearing and cups.
DIFFERENTIAL BEARING PRELOAD AND Care must be taken in this operation to prevent nick-
DRIVE GEAR AND PINION BACKLASH ing the teeth of ring gear or drive pinion as they are
meshed together. Tighten the bearing cap bolts to 70-
(1)With drive pinion and bearings installed and 90 foot-pounds.
bearing preload set, install differential case and ring
gear assembly with their respective bearing cups. In- (8)Attach a dial indicator to carrier and with in-
stall bearing caps in their positions, align identifica- dicator contact point contacting ring gear tooth (Fig.
tion marks and tighten cap bolts finger tight. 19) measure the backlash between the ring gear and
Refer to the measurement taken previously in step drive pinion.
(7)of “Installation-Differential case and Ring Gear”. (9) Check backlash at four equally spaced points
This reading taken before the drive pinion was around circumference of ring gear. Backlash must be
installed represents the total clearance between the held between .004-.009inch and cannot vary more
differential bearing cups and the carrier casting. Per- than .002 inch between the four positions checked.
form the following steps to determine the thicknesses If backlash does not fall within these specifications,
of shims required behind each bearing cone to take up change shim pack thickness on both differential bear-
the clearance and establish the correct bearing pre- ing hubs to maintain proper bearing preload and
load and backlash. backlash.
--
3-36 REAR AXLE 0

DRIVE COAST
CORRECT
ADJUSTMENT q z 1 Center
m Canlar Tw

PINION SPACER
TOO THICK
108. Low neei, LOW

PINION SPACER
TOO THIN
Had. Hlgh Tee. Hlgh

// Y GEAR TOO CLOSE 2q-


//
TO PINION
TOE Sllghtly t4lgh.r

// NN1031
Fig. 19-Checking Backlash Between Drive GEAR TOO FAR
FROM PINION
9-1
Gear and Pinion Heel Sllghlly Lower

GEAR TOOTH CONTACT PAlTERN 1. PINION SPACER CHANGES AFFECT THE COAST SIDE CONTACT
FASTER THAN THE DRIVE SIDE
The gear tooth contact pattern will disclose whether 2. BACKLASH ADJUSTMENTS AFFECT THE DRIVE SIDE CONTACT
the correct rear pinion bearing mounting shim has MUCH FASTER THAN THE COAST SIDE
3. ALL BACKLASH MEASUREMENTS SHOULD BE MADE AT THE
been installed and the drive gear backlash set proper- POINT OF MINIMUM BACKLASH
NY 1022A
1Y*
(1) Apply a thin film of red lead on drive and coast Fig. 20-Gear Tooth Contact Paftern
side of drive gear teeth.
(2) Using a pinch bar apply a load against the back
cup.
of drive gear. As this load is being applied to the drive Heavy Flank Contact
gear, rotate the drive pinion several revolutions in If the tooth pattern is across the length of the tooth
both directions. This action will leave a distinct con- and is narrow and low on the flank, the pinion teeth
tact pattern on both the drive and coast side of the will score and also result in noise. This condition is
drive gear teeth. Compare the patterns on the drive corrected by installing a thinner shim behind the rear
teeth with those in (Fig. 20) to determine if all adjust- pinion bearing cup.
ments have been properly made.
Heavy Toe Contact
Correct Adjustment-Proper Tooth Contact If the tooth pattern is heavy on the toe of the tooth,
With all the adjustments properly made, correct the edges of the teeth may chip resulting in excessive
tooth contact (Fig. 20) will result. Notice that the damage of the entire assembly. This condition is cor-
correct contact pattern is well centered on both drive rected by moving the drive gear away from the pinion.
and coast sides of the teeth. When tooth contact pat- This will increase the backlash making it again neces-
terns are obtained by hand, they are apt to be rather sary to insert a thinner shim behind the rear pinion
small. Under the actual operating load, however, the bearing cup.
contact area increases.
If improper tooth contact is evident, the pinion Heavy Heel Contact
must be readjusted by either increasing or decreas- If the tooth pattern is heavy on the heel of the
ing the thickness of the rear pinion bearing mount- teeth, the edges of the teeth may chip resulting in
ing shim. Backlash between the drive gear and pinion excessive damage to the entire assembly. This condi-
must be maintained within the specified limits until tion is corrected by moving the drive gear toward
correct tooth contact pattern is obtained. the pinion. This would result in decreasing the back-
lash making it again necessary to insert a thinner
Heavy Face Contact shim behind the rear pinion bearing cup.
If the tooth pattern is across the length of the tooth
face, narrow and near the top, the teeth will wear REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY
thin and roll over or score, resulting in excessive gear
lash and noise. This condition is corrected by install- lnstallation
ing a thicker shim behind the rear pinion bearing (1)Making sure the gasket surfaces of both the
0 REAR AXLE 3-37
cover and carrier housing are clean, install a new propeller shaft universal joint and pinion flange).
gasket followed by the cover and tighten the cover Tighten universal joint clamps to 170-200 inch pounds.
bolts to 15-25 foot-pounds. Beneath one of the cover (8) Install rear wheel and tighten nuts to 65 foot-
bolts, install the ratio identification tag. pounds in the proper tightening sequence.
(2) For correct procedure when installing axle
shafts and bearings and setting axle shaft end play, LUB RlCAT1ON
see “Axle Shafts and Bearings”.
(3) With body supported at front of rear springs, Refill axle housing and carrier assembly with 5-1/2
position rear axle assembly spring pads over the pints of lubricant. Sure-Grip differentials, use only
spring center bolts. the special multi-purpose gear lubricant intended for
(4) Install spring “U” bolts and tighten nuts to 45 use in limited-slip differentials. Such a lubricant is
foot-pounds and install shock absorbers on spring available under Part Number 2585318, Special Sure-
plate studs. Grip Lubricant.
(5) Connect parking brake cables. “SHOULD THE REAR AXLE BECOME SUBMERGED
(6) Connect hydraulic brake lines at wheel cyl- IN WATER, THE LUBRICANT MUST BE CHANGED
inders and bleed brakes, install brake drums and IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF
adjust brakes. EARLY AXLE FAILURE RESULTING FROM CON-
(7) Install rear universal joint of propeller shaft TAMINATION OF THE LUBRICANT BY WATER
in same position as removed (match scribe marks on DRAWN INTO THE VENT HOLE.”

SURE-GRIP DIFFERENTIAL
INDEX
Page Page
Assembling the Differential .................... 39 Lubrication ................................... 42
Installing Sure-Grip Differential and Sure-Grip Differential .......................... 39
Carrier Assembly ............................ 42 Sure-Grip Differential Identification ............. 37

GENERAL INFORMATION
The sure-gri]? differential (Figs. 1, 2, 3 and 4) is ground and turning them. If they both turn in the
similar to the conventional differential except for the same direction, the vehicle is equipped with a Sure
addition of friction plates and Belleville plates and Grip Differential. Another means of identification is a
discs for clutching the differential case to the differ- metal tag reading, “Use Sure-Grip Lube” attached by
ential gears and a means for engaging these plates. means of the rear axle housing-to-carrier bolt, below
The Belleville plates and discs accomplish a positive the carrier filler plug. If the tag is not apparent,
engagement of the clutch discs and plates at all times remove the filler plug and use a flashlight to look up
by placing a preload on the plates and discs. It has through the filler plug hole to identify the type of
four pinion gears, positioned in the case by two pin- P r l O N SHAFT
DIFFERENTIAL PINION

ion shafts which are at right angles to each other and


/
loose fitting at their inter-section. Both ends of each DIFFERENTIAL CASE

shaft have two flat surfaces, or ramps, which mate


with identical ramps in the differential case. There is CLUTCH PLATES
additional clearance in the case to permit a slight
peripheral movement of the ends of the pinion shafts
within the case. The servicing procedures for the
sure-grip differential are the same for all models,
with the exception of the clutch and disc arrangement
shown in (Figs. 15,16 and 17).

SURE-GRIP DIFFERENTIAL
ID E NTI FICATI 0 N
FERENTIAL PINION

Identification of sure-grip type differential assem-


bly can be made by lifting the rear wheels off the Fig. I-Sure Grip Differential fScherndc)
3-38 REAR AXLE 0

AXLE DRIVE GEAR RIVE PINION

AXL

DIFFERENTIAL CAS FFERENTIAL PINION

DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR KR 259

Fig. 2-Sure Grip Differential (Cross Section View)


differential case. The sure-grip type differential case ventional type differential case (one-piece construe
(two-piece construction) has attaching bolts. The con- tion) has a dome-Eke shape with no case cap attach-

LE DRIVE PINION AXLE DRIVE GEAR XLE DRIVE PINION

IFFERENTIAL CASE
CLUTCH PLATES

AXLE SHAFT AXLE SHAFT

DIFFERENTIAL DIFFERENTIAL

FFERENTIAL PINION

KR 261 KR 262

Fig. % P o w e r Flow Axle Shafts Turning Fig. 4-Power Flow Axle Shafts Turning
at Same Speed at Different Speeds
0 REAR AXLE 3-39
ing bolts. through the axle shaft opening of the axle housing.
Whenever the rear axle shafts have been removed This may be done with the aid of a small flashlight. If
from the “Sure-Grip” axle assembly, always deter- the spacers are out of place, it will be necessary to
mine that the thrust spacers have not fallen out of the disassemble the “Sure-Grip” differential to reinstall
pinion shaft (Fig. 12). The spacers may be observed them.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
SURE-GRIP DIFFERENTIAL NOISE drive gear mounting flange. Replace both case halves
(Chatter-Moan) if runout exceeds .003 inch.
(2)Before disassembling case halves, place scribe
It is suggested that before any Sure-Grip Differen-
marks on each half to aid in aligning the case when
tial is disassembled for any type noise complaint, that reassembling (Fig. 5). Remove case cap attaching
the lubricant be changed. An improper lubricant can bolts and remove case cap (Fig. 6). Remove clutch
cause such noises as chatter and moan as well as plates (Fig. 7).
scoring of the differential clutch plates and discs re- (3)Remove side gear retainer (Fig. 8), and side
sulting in a possible failure of the unit. gear (Fig. 9).
(1)With lubricant of rear axle assembly at operat- (4) Remove pinion shafts with pinion gears (Fig.
ing temperature raise car on hoist so rear wheels are 10).
free to turn. (5) Remove remaining side gear (Fig. ll), side
(2)Loosen and remove drain and/or fill plug and gear retainer (Fig. 13) and clutch plates (Fig. 14).
using a suction gun remove as much of the old lubri- (6) Remove axle shaft thrust spacer by pressing out
cant as possible. lock pin (Fig. 12).
(3)Reinstall drain plug on axle so equipped. Fill
to proper level with special Sure-Grip Lubricant Part
Number 2585318 or equivalent. Reinstall fill plug and Cleaning and Inspection
tighten. Clean all parts thoroughly and inspect parts for
(4) Start engine of vehicle and engage in gear and wear, nicks and burrs. The inner and outer flat clutch
run on hoist with rear wheels free to turn at ap- plates and outer flat clutch disc should be replaced if
proximately 40 (MPH)for ten (10) minutes. This they are worn or distorted. If either case half is worn,
thoroughly circulates the lubricant and brings it to it will be necessary to replace both halves.
operating temperature.
(5)Stop vehicle and remove drain and/or fill plug ASSEMBLING THE DIFFERENTIAL
and using a suction gun remove as much of the old
lubricant as possible. (1)Position clutch plates and discs in their proper
(6) Reinstall drain plug on axle so equipped. Refill location in each half*ofthe case (Figs. 15,16or 17).
axle to proper level with new Sure-Grip Lubricant (2)Place side gears in their retainers. Insert splines
Part Number 2585318 or equivalent. Reinstall fill of retainers through the splines of clutch discs.
plug and tighten.
(7)Lower car on hoist and return to customer to
drive and evaluate for approximately 100 miles to
determine if lubricant corrects the noise condition.
If after driving vehicle approximately 100 miles SCRIBE
RKS
and the Sure-Grip Differential noise is still evident,
remove the differential and carrier assembly and
service the Sure-Grip Differential with the necessary “V”
parts. “V’ ‘GROOVE
GROOVE’
SU RE-GR I P DIFFERENTIAL
Removal
Follow the same procedure outlined under removal
and installation of the conventional rear axle differen-
tial.

Disassembly
(1)Remove axle drive gear. Measure runout of the Fig. 5-Case Halves Scribed for Proper Reassembly
3-40 REAR AXLE

IAFl
CASE CAP- SPACER

Fig. 6-Removing or lnstallhg Differential Case Cap Fig. 9-Removing Side Gear (Cap Side)
PINION
awm GEARS?
k==-.
PLATES
a /'
'i

.---c-SIDE GEAR
.r RETAINER

AXLE $
...-
THRUST SPACER KR 723

Fig. 7-Removing or Installing C l m h Plates Fig. IO-Removing or Installing Pinion Shafts


(Cap Side) and Gears

EAR

SI1
RI

SIDE GEAR /
RETPLINE GEAR

KR721 KR724

Fig. 8 - R e m w i n g or Installing Side Gear Reidnor Fig. I I-Removing or lnrtalltng Side Gear
(Cap Side) From Dlfterential Case
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KR 727
I ---_--

Fig. 12-Removing or Installing Axle Shaft Fig. 14-Removing or Installing Clutch Plates
Thrust Spacers and Discs
(3) Place aligning pin through one axle shaft thrust
spacer. Assemble pinion shafts on aligning pin.
(4) Place pinion gears on shafts and install assem-
bly in drive gear half of case. Insert the thrust spacer
in pinion shaft (Fig. 12).
(5) Slide cap half of case over the edge of bench
far enough to insert one finger up through the as-
sembly to hold it together. Place the assembly on
drive gear half, matching scribe marks.
(6) Make sure markings on each differential case
half coincide. Install the differential case bolts and
turn in a few threads.
IMPORTANT: Insert the axle shafts from the vehicle
to align the splines. Make sure the axle shafts engage
the side gear splines.
Fig. 15-Arrangement of Plates und Discs
(7) With shafts installed, center the cross shafts b e (7-114'' Differential)
tween the two ramp surfaces in differential case.
Tighten differential case bolts evenly by alternately turning opposite bolts until all are tightened to 45
foot-pounds. To keep splines of the side gear and
DISHED PLATE FLAT PLATE
I

SIDE GEAR RING ND126A

Fig. 16-Arrangement of Plates and Discs


1 " Side Gear Retainer
Fie. 13-Removina" -or lnstallina (8-314"
. . Differential)
3-42 SPECIFICATIONS 0

FLAT PLATE FLAT DISC DISHED DISC assembly for pinion setting, drive gear backlash ad-
justment and bearing preload adjustment.

INSTALLING SUR E-G RIP DIFFERENTIAL


AND CARRIER ASSEMBLY
(1) Using a new gasket, install carrier assembly in
axle housing. Tighten mounting nuts to 45 foot-
pounds.
(2) Refer to “Installation of Rear Axle Shaft,” when
installing axle shafts.
(3) Connect the rear universal joint.
(4) Before lowering the rear wheels of the vehicle
to the floor, adjust rear brakes.
SIDE G ~ A RRING FLAT PLATE DISHED PLATE ND1268 CAUTION: Both rear wheels must be raised off the
floor when adjusting brakes.
Fig. 17-Arrungement of Plates and Discs
(9-114,’ and 9-314’‘ Differential) LUBRICATION
clutch plates in exact alignment during the tightening
procedure, move axle shafts back and forth as bolts In Sure-Grip Differentials, use only the special
are being tightened. After assembly, slight misalign- multi-purpose gear lubricant intended for use in
ments of the splines can be corrected by moving axle limited-slip differentials. Such a lubricant i s available
shafts back and forth until free. Remove axle shafts. under Part Number 2585318, Special Sure-Grip Lubri-
Since the sure-grip clutches are preloaded by the cant.
Anticipated TemperatureRange Viscosity Grade
dished plates and discs, clearance should not exist
between the pinion shafts and ramps.
-
Above 10” F. SAE 90
As low as -30°F. SAE 80
(9) Follow procedures outlined in conventional axle -
Below 30°F. SAE 75

SPECIFICATIONS
7-114” Axle
TYPE ............................................................. Semi-Floating Hypoid
Ring Gear Diameter .............................................. 7.250
Number of Differential Pinions .................................... 2
DIFFERENTIAL BEARINGS
Adjustment by ................................................... Spacer Washer
.254-284 inch in .002 inch graduations
Carrier Bearing Preload Spread ................................... .003-.006
PINION AND DRIVE GEAR BACK LASH .............................. .004-.007”at point of minimum back lash
PINION BEARING PRELOAD ADJUSTMENT BY ...................... Spacer Washers
.074-.lo6 inch in .001 variations
PINION BEARING DRAG TORQUE .................................. 1525 inch-pounds
PINION DEPTH OF MESH ADJUSTMENT BY . ..;. .................... Spacer Washers
.084-.100 inch in .002 inch graduations
RUNOUT-CASE AND DRIVE GEAR ................................... ,005 inch Maximum
WHEEL BEARING TYPE ............................................ Single Row Sealed Ball .
LUBR I CAT10N
Capacity ......................................................... 2 pints (13/4 Imperial)
Type ......... .Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant as defined by MIL-L-2105B is used on all rear
axles except Sure-Grip Differentials; such a lubricant is available under Part
No. 2585317, Hypoid Gear Lubricant.
Sure-Grip Differentials use only the special Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant in-
tended for use in limited slip differentials. Such a lubricant is available under
Part No. 2585318, Special Sure-Grip Lubricant.

8-314” Axle
TYPE ............................................................. Semi-Floating Hypoid
Ring Gear Diameter .............................................. 8.750
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PINION BEARINGS
Type ............................................................ Tapered Roller
Number Used .................................................... 2
Adjustment ......................................................
Pre-Load Torque (Seal Removed) ................................. Select Shims
20-30 inch-pounds
DIFFERENTIAL BEARINGS
Type ............................................................ Tapered Roller
Number Used ................................................... 2
Adjustment ...................................................... Adjusting Nut
RING GEAR AND PINION
Serviced in ...................................................... Matched Sets
Ring Gear Runout ................................................ .005” Max.
Back Lash ....................................................... .006 to .008”
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR CLEARANCE
With Gauge ...................................................... ,001 to .012”
WHEEL BEARINGS
Type ............................................................ Tapered Roller
Adjustment ..................................................... Adjusting Nut
End Play ........................................................ .013 to .023
Lubrication ...................................................... Automotive Multi Purpose
Grease NLGl grade 2
LUBR ICAT10N
Capacity ........................................................ 4 Pints (%1/4 Imperial)
Type ......... Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant as defined by MIL-L-2105B is used on all
rear axles exceDt Sure-GriD Differential: such a lubricant is available
under Part No. 2585317, Hypoid Gear Lubricant.
Sure Grip Differentials use only the special Multi-Purpose Gear Lubri-
cant intended for use in limited slip differentials. Such a lubricant is
available under Part No. 2585318, Special Sure-Grip Lubricant.

9-114” and 9-314” Axles


TYPE .............................................................. Sem-Floatng Hypoid
Ring Gear Diameter .............................................. 9.250 and 9.750
PINION BEARINGS
Type ............................................................ Taper Roller
Number Used .................................................... 2
Adjustment ...................................................... Select Shims
Pinion bearing drag Torque (seal removed) ........................ 1G20 inch-pounds
DIFFERENTIAL .................................................... Sure-Grip
Bearings (Type) .................................................. Taper Roller
Number Used .................................................... 2
Pre-Load Adjustment ............................................. Select Shims
RING GEAR AND PINION ........................................... Hypoid
Serviced in ...................................................... Matched Sets
Pinion depth of mesh adjustment ................................. Select Shims
Pinion and Ring Gear Backlash ................................... .004-.009”a t point
of minimum backlash
Runout-differential case and ring gear backface .................... .006” maximurn
WHEEL BEARINGS
Type ............................................................ Taper Roller
Adjustment ...................................................... Threaded Adjusting Nut
End Play ........................................................ .005.012”
Lubrication ...................................................... Automotive Multi Purpose
Grease NLGl grade 2
LUBRlCATlON
Capacity ......................................................... 51/2 Pts. (4-1/2 Imperial)
Type ......... Sure-Grip differentials, use only the special multi-purpose gear lubricant
intended for use in limited-slip differentials. Such a lubricant is available
under Part No. 2585318, Special Sure-Grip Lubricant.
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TIGHTENING REFERENCE
7-114" Axla
Pounds
Foot Inch
Differential Bearing Cap Bolts ........................................... 40
Differential Case Half Retaining Bolts (SureGrip) ......................... 45
Ring Gear to Differential Case Bolts (Left Hand Thread) .................... 55
Drive Pinion Flange Nut ................................................. 240 (Min.)
Carrier Cover Bolts...................................................... 20
Axle Shaft Retainer Nuts ................................................ 35
Propeller Shaft Bolts (Rear) ............................................. 15
Spring Clip (U Bolt) Nuts ................................................ 40 (Max.)
Wheel Stud Nuts ........................................................ 55
Shock Absorber Stud Nuts (Lower) ....................................... 50
8-314" Axle
Pounds
Foot Inch
Differential Bearing Cap Bolts ............................................ 90
Differential Case Half Retaining Bolts (Sure-Grip) ......................... 45
Ring Gear to Differential Case Bolts (Left Hand Thread) .................... 55
Drive Pinion Flange Nut ................................................. 240 (Min.)
Carrier to Axle Housing Bolt Nuts ........................................ 45
Axle Shaft Retainer Nuts ................................................ 35
Propeller Shaft Bolts (Rear) .............................................. 15
Spring Clip (U Bolt) Nuts ................................................ 45
Wheel Stud Nuts ........................................................ 65
Shock Absorber Stud Nuts (Lower) ....................................... 50
9-1 14" Axle 9-314" Axle
Pounds Pounds
Foot Inch Foot Inch
Differential Bearing Cap Bolts ...................... 7@90 70-90
Differential Case Half Retaining Bolts .............. 35-45 35-45
Ring Gear To Differential Case Bolts ................ 55-75 100.120
Drive Pinion Flange Nut ............................ 200-220 250-270
Carrier Cover Bolts ................................ 1525 1525
Axle Shaft Retainer Nuts .......................... 30-35 3035
Propeller Shaft Bolts (Rear)........................ 170.200 170.200
Spring Clip (U-Bolts) Nuts ......................... 45 45
Wheel Stud Nuts .................................. 65 65
Shock Absorber Stud Nuts ......................... 50 50
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BRAKES
CONTENTS
Page Page
DISC BRAKES (BENDIX) ................ 47 POWER BRAKES (KELSEY-HAYES) ...... 36
DISC BRAKES (KELSEY-HAYES) ........ 36 POWER BRAKES (MIDLAND-ROSS). ..... 28
GENERAL INFORMATION .............. 1 SERVICE BRAKES (9 INCH) ............ 5
MASTER CYLINDER ................... 13 SERVICE BRAKES (10 INCH) ............ 9
PARKING BRAKES (9 INCH) ............ 19 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS .................. 1
PARKING BRAKES (10 INCH) ........... 19 S PECIFICAT10 NS ...................... 61
POWER BRAKES (BENDIX) ............. 34 WHEEL CYLINDERS ................... 17
GENERAL INFORMATION
The 1967 Models have a self-adjusting servo con- star wheel adjusting screw (Fig. 1). Police cars with
tact, two shoe, internal expanding brake. The lower heavy duty brakes are not self-adjusting.
ends of the brake shoes are connected by a tubular

SERVICE BRAKES
SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
PEDAL GOES TO (a) Fluid low in reservoir. (a) Fill and bleed master cylinder.
FLOOR (b) Air in hydraulic brake system. (b) Fill and bleed hydraulic brake system.
(c) Improperly adjusted brake. (c) Repair or replace self-adjuster as re-
qui red.
(d) Leaking wheel cylinders. (d) Recondition or replace wheel cylinder
and replace both brake shoes.
(e) Loose or broken brake lines. (e) Tighten all brake fittings or replace
brake line.
(f) Leaking or worn master cylinder. (f) Recondition or replace master cyl-
inder and bleed hydrauIic system.
(g) Excessively worn brake lining. (g) Reline and adjust brakes.
SPONGYBRAKEPEDAL (a) Air in hydraulic system. (a) Fill master cylinder and bleed hy-
draulic system.
(b) Improper brake fluid (low boiling (b) Drain, flush and refill with brake fluid.
point).
(c) Excessively worn or cracked brake (c) Replace all faulty brake drums.
drums.
(d) Broken pedal pivot bushing. (d) Replace nylon pivot bshing.
BRAKES PULLING (a) Contaminated lining. (a)
Replace contaminated brake lining.
(b) Front end out of alignment. (b)
Align front end.
(c) Incorrect brake adjustment. (c)
Adjust brakes and check fluid.
(d) Unmatched brake lining. (d)
Match primary, secondary with same
type of lining on all wheels.
(e) Brake drums out of round. (e) Grind or replace brake drums.
(f) Brake shoes distorted. (f) Replace faulty brake shoes.
(g) Restricted brake hose or line. (g) Replace plugged hose or brake line.
(h) Broken rear spring. (h) Replace broken spring.
SQUEALING BRAKES (a) Glazed brake lining. (a) Cam grind or replace brake lining.
(b) Saturated brake lining. (b) Replace saturated lining.
(c) Weak or broken brake shoe retaining (c) Replace retaining spring.
spring.
(d) Broken or weak brake shoe return (d) Replace return spring.
spring.
(e) Incorrect brake lining. (e) Install matched brake lining.
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Condition Possible Cause Correction


(f) Distorted brake shoes. (f) Replace brake shoes.
(8) Bent Support Plate. (g) Replace support plate.
(h) Dust in brakes or scored brake drums. (h) Blow out brake assembly with com-
pressed air and grind brake drums.
DRAGGING BRAKES (a) Incorrect wheel or parking brake ad- (a) Adjust brakes and check fluid.
justment.
(b) Parking brakes engaged. (b) Release parking brakes.
(c) Weak or broken brake shoe return (c) Replace brake shoe return spring.
spring.
(d) Brake pedal binding. (d) Free up and lubricate brake pedal and
Iinkage.
(e) Master cylinder cup sticking. (e) Recondition master cylinder.
(f) Obstructed master cylinder relief port. (f) Use compressed air and blow out re-
lief port.
(g) Saturated brake lining. (g) Replace brake lining.
(h) Bent or out of round brake drum. (h) Grind or replace faulty brake drum.
HARD PEDAL (a) Brake booster inoperative. (a) Recondition or replace brake booster.
(b) Incorrect brake lining. (b) Install matched brake lining.
(c) Restricted brake line or hose. (c) Clean out or replace brake line or
hose.
(d) Frozen brake pedal linkage. (d) Free up and lubricate brake linkage.
WHEEL LOCKS (a) Contaminated brake lining. (a) Reline both front or rears of all four
brakes.
(b) Loose or torn brake lining. (b) Replace brake lining.
(c) Wheel cylinder cups sticking, (c) Recondition or replace wheel cylinder.
(d) Incorrect wheel bearing adjustment. (d) Clean, pack and adjust wheel bear-
ings.
BRAKES FADE (a) Incorrect lining. (a) Replace lining.
(HIGH SPEED) (b) Distorted or out of round brake (b) Grind or replace drums.
drums.
(c) Overheated brake drums. (c) Inspect for dragging brakes.
(d) Incorrect brake fluid (low boiling (d) Drain, flush, refill and bleed hydraulic
tem perature). brake system.
(e) Saturated brake lining. (e) Reline both front or rear or all four
brakes.
PEDAL PULSATES (a) Bent or out of round brake drum. (a) Grind or replace brake drums.
BRAKE CHATTER AND (a) Out of round brake drum. (a) Grind or replace brake drums.
SHOE KNOCK (b) Loose support plate. (b) Tighten support plate bolts to proper
specifications.
(c) Bent support plate. (c) Replace support plate.
(d) Distorted brake shoes. (d) Replace brake shoes.
(e) Machine grooves in contact face of (e) Grind or replace brake drum.
brake drum. (Shoe Knock).
(f) contaminated brake lining. (f) Replace either front or rear or all four
Iinings.
BRAKES DO NOT (a) Adjuster screw frozen in thread. (a) Clean and free-up all thread areas.
SELF ADJUST (b) Adjuster screw corroded at thrust (b) Clean threads and replace thrust
washer. washer if necessary.
(c) Adjuster lever does not engage star (c) Repair, free up or replace adjuster as
wheel. required.
(d) Adjuster installed on wrong wheel. (d) Install correct adjuster parts.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
ADJUSTING THE SERVICE BRAKES manually to speed up the adjusting time.
(1) Jack up vehicle so all wheels are free to turn.
Normally self adjusting brakes will not require (2) Remove rear adjusting hole cover from backing
manual adjustment but in the event of a brake reline plate on all of brake supports of vehicle.
it may be advisable to make the initial adjustment (3) Be sure parking brake lever is fully released,
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star wheel. Thus, a definite rotation of the adjuster
star wheel can be observed if the automatic adjuster
is working properly. If by the described procedure
one or more automatic adjusters do not function prop-
erly, the respective drum must be removed for
adjuster servicing.

BLEEDING THE BRAKE SYSTEM


Clean all dirt and foreign material from the cover
of the master cylinder to prevent any dirt from falling
into the master cylinder reservoir when the cover is
removed.
Using the one man bleeder tank C-3496 (with adap-
ter) provides a convenient means of keeping the mas-
ter cylinder full while pressurizing the hydraulic
system for bleeding. (Complete bleeding of the dual
master cylinder is important! See Bleeding the
Fig. I -Adjusting Brakes Master Cylinder in this Section.) Manual Bleeding is
not recommended.
then back off parking brake cable adjustment so Tighten the brakes of each wheel until the brakes
there is slack in cable. are locked. (This reduces the movement of the wheel
(4) Insert adjusting tool (2-3784, into star wheel of
cylinder cups and assists in bleeding).
adjusting screw. Move handle to tool downward until Starting with the right rear wheel clean all dirt
a slight drag is felt when road wheel is rotated. from the bleeder valve. Place bleeder hose C-650 on
(5) Insert a thin screw driver into brake adjusting the bleeder valve and insert the other end of the
hole and push adjusting lever out of engagement with bleeder hose into a clear jar half filled with clean
star wheel. (Care should be taken so as not to bend brake fluid. (This will permit the observation of air
adjusting lever (Fig. l),while holding adjusting lever
bubbles as they are being expelled from the hydrau-
out of engagement, back off star wheel 10 to 12 lic system and also prevent air from being drawn
notches to insure a free wheel with no brake shoe back into the system. Follow the manufacturers in-
drag. structions in the use of the bleeder tools.
(6) Repeat above adjustment at each wheel. The
Continue this bleeding operation on the other
adjustment must be equal to all wheels. Install ad- wheels, starting with the left rear wheel, then the
justing hole covers in brake supports. right front and finishing with the left front wheel.
If necessary, repeat this bleeding operation if there
TESTING AUTOMATIC ADJUSTER OPERATION is any indication (a low, soft or spongy brake pedal)
of air remaining in the hydraulic system. Readjust
Place the vehicle on a hoist, with a helper in the the brakes as described previously.
driver’s seat to apply the brakes. Remove the plug
from the rear adjustment slot in each brake sup- TEST FOR FLUID CONTAMINATION
port plate to observe the adjuster star wheel. Then,
to exlude the possibility of maximum adjustment; To determine if contamination exists in the brake
that is, the adjuster refuses to operate because fluid (as indicated by swollen or deteriorated rubber
the closest possible adjustment has been reached; cups), the following test can be made.
the star wheel should be backed off approximately Place a small amount of the drained brake fluid
30 notches. It will be necessary to hold the adjuster into a small clear glass bottle. Separation of the fluid
lever away from the star wheel to allow backing off into distinct layers will indicate mineral oil content.
of the adjustment. Be safe and discard old brake fluid that has been
Spin the wheel and brake drum in the reverse bled from the system. Fluid drained from the bleed-
direction and apply the brakes vigorously. This will ing operation may contain dirt particles or other con-
provide the necessary inertia to cause the secondary tamination and should not be reused.
brake shoe to leave the anchor. The wrap up effect
will move the secondary shoe, and the cable will pull WHEEL STUD NUT TIGHTENING
the adjuster lever up. Upog release of the brake
pedal, the lever should snap downward, turning the The tightening sequence and torquing of the wheel
5-4 BRAKES

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...

Fig. 2-Whed Stud Nut tightening Sequence


stud nuts is of great importance to insure efficient
brake operation. The use of an impact or long
handled wrench may distort the drum.
A criss-cross tightening sequence should be used
(Fig. 2). Tighten all the stud nuts to one-half the
specified torque first, (30 ft. lbs.), and then repeat the Fig. 3-Cutting and Haring Steel tubing
sequence tightening to the specified 55 foot-pounds. the proper bending and flaring tools and to avoid
(65 foot pounds on 10 inch brakes). routing the tubes against sharp edges, moving com-
ponents or in hot areas. All tubes should be properly
BRAKE HOSE AND TUBING attached with recommended retaining clips.
Steel tubing is used to conduct hydraulic pressure
The flexible hydraulic brake hose should always be to the front and rear brakes. Flexible rubber hose is
installed in the vehicle by first tightening the male used at both front brakes and at a rear axle junction
end of the hose in the wheel cylinder or rear axle block. Steel tubing is used from the junction block to
housing tee. The hose is then clipped to the hose both rear wheel cylinders. All fittings, tubing and
bracket in a manner to give minimum twist. Exces- hoses should be inspected for rusted, damaged or de-
sive twist can result in hose interference problems fective flaring seats. The steel tubing is equipped with
with possible hydraulic system failure. a double flare or inverted seat to insure more positive
Inspection of brake hose and tubing should be seating in the fitting. To repair or reflare tubing pro-
included in all brake service operations. The hoses ceed as follows:
should be checked for: (1) Using Tool C-3478, cut off damaged seat or
(1) Correct length, severe surface cracking, pulling, damaged tubing (Fig. 3).
scuffing or worn spots. (Should the cotton fabric (2)Ream out any burred or rough edges showing
casing of the hose be exposed to weather by cracks on inside edges of tubing. This will make the ends of
or abrasions in the rubber hose cover, eventual de- tubing square and insure better seating of flared end
terioration of the hose can take place with possible tubing. Place compression nut on tubing prior to flar-
burst failure). inb tubing.
(2) Faulty installation to cause twisting, wheel, tire (4) To flare tubing open handles of flaring Tool
or chassis interference. C-3838 and rotate jaws of tool until the mating jaws
Always use factory recommended hose to insure of tubing size are centered in area between vertical
quality, correct length and superior fatigue life. Care posts.
should be taken to make sure that the tube and hose (4) Slowly close handles with tubing inserted in
mating surfaces are clean and free from nicks and jaws but do not apply heavy pressure to handle as this
burrs. New copper seal washers should be used and will lock tubing in place.
the tube nuts and connections should be properly (5) Place gauge “Form A” on edge over end of
made and tightened. Double wall steel tubing should tubing and push tubing through jaws until end of
always be used to insure superior fatigue life. Care tubing contacts the recessed notch of gauge matching
should be taken when replacing brake tubing, to use the size of tubing (Fig. 3).
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(6) Squeeze handles of flaring tool and lock tubing tool. This action has started to invert the extended
in place. end of the tubing.
(7) Place proper sized plug of gauge “A” down in (9) Remove gauge and apply lubricant to tapered
end of tubing. Swing compression disc over gauge and end of flaring screw and continue to screw down until
center tapered flaring screw in recess of disc. tool is firmly seated in tubing.
(8) Lubricate taper of flaring screw and screw in (10) Remove tubing from flaring tool and inspect
until plug gauge has seated on jaws of flaring seat.

9 I N C H SERVICE BRAKES
INDEX
Page Page
-Brake Drum Installation Front Brake Shoes ........................... 8
Front Brake Drum ........................... 8 Rear Brake Shoes ........................... 8
Rear Brake Drum ............................ 9 Brake Shoe Removal
Brake Drum Removal Front Brake Shoes ........................... 6
Front Brake Drum ........................... 5 Rear Brake Shoes ........................... 7
Rear Brake Drum ............................ 5 Cleaning and Inspection ....................... 7
Brake Shoe Installation Grinding Recommendations .................... 7

SERVICE PROCEDURES
BRAKE DRUM REMOVAL and engage notches of brake adjusting star wheel.
Release brake adjustment by prying up with adjust-
Removing the Front Brake Drums ing tool.
To aid in the brake drum removal loosen the brake (4) Remove wheel cover, grease cap, cotter pin,
star adjusting wheel. lock, adjusting nut, outer wheel bearing and remove
(1) With vehicle on a hoist, jack or suitable stands wheel and drum assembly from spindle, to expose
remove rear plug from brake adjusting access hole. brake linings (Fig. 1).
(2) Insert a thin screw driver into brake adjusting (5) Inspect brake lining for wear, shoe alignment,
hole and push adjusting lever away from star adjust- or contamination from grease or brake fluid.
ing wheel. Care should be taken not to bend adjusting
lever. Removing the Rear Brake Drums
(3) Insert Tool (2-3784 into brake adjusting hole (1) With vehicle on a hoist, jack, or suitable stands,

* FRONT OF VEHICLE ‘LEVER


(LEFT FRONT)
RETURN SPRING
I FRONT OF VEHICLE
(RIGHT FRONT) * NN292

Fig. I-Broke Assemblies IFront)


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(RIGHT REAR)
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Fig. 2-Brake Assemblies f R w r )

remove rear plug from brake adjusting access holes. Removing the Front Brake Shoes
(2) Insert a thin screw driver into brake adjusting With the vehicle elevated on a hoist, jack or suit-
hole and hold adjusting lever away from notches of able stands, remove the front wheels and drums.
adjusting screw. (1) Using Tool C-3785 remove secondary return
(3) Insert Tool C-3784 into brake adjusting hole spring (Fig. 3) then remove adjusting cable eye from
and engage notches of brake adjusting screw. Release anchor. (Note how secondary spring overlaps primary
brake by prying up with adjusting tool. spring). (Fig. 1).
(4) Remove rear wheel and clips from wheel studs (2) Remove primary return spring.
that hold drums on axle. Remove drum to expose (3) Remove brake shoe retainer springs by insert-
linings (Fig. 2). ing a small punch into center of spring and while
(5)Inspect brake lining for wear, shoe alignment or holding backing plate retainer clip, press in, and dis-
contamination from grease or brake fluid. connect spring (Fig. 4). Unhook cable from lever. Re-
move cable and cable guide.
BRAKE SHOE REMOVAL (4) Disconnect lever spring from lever and disen-
gage from shoe web. Remove spring and lever.
Install cylinder piston clamps, Tool C-416 to pre-
(5) Remove primary and secondary brake shoe as-
vent ftuid leakage or air entering they hydraulic sys-
tem during brake shoe removal.

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Fig. 3-Removing or lnstulling Brake Shoe Return Fig. bRemovlng or Installing Shoe Retuiner
Springs (Left Front) Springs (Right Front)
BRAKES 5-7
semblies and adjusting star wheel from support. In-
stall wheel cylinder clamps (Tool C-416) to hold pis- I
tons in cylinders.

Removing the Rear Brake Shoes


With the vehicle elevated on a hoist, jack or suit-
able stand, remove the rear wheel, and the drum re-
taining clips. Remove the drum.
(1) Using Tool C-3785 remove secondary return
spring (Fig. 5), then remove adjusting cable eye from
anchor. (Note how secondary spring overlaps primary
spring.) (Fig. 2). 1 i

(2) Remove primary return spring.

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(3) Remove brake shoe retainer springs, by insert-
ing a small punch into center of spring and while
holding support plate retainer clip, press in and dis- ', 1
connect spring (Fig. 6). Unhook cable from lever. Re- 7%= SPRING CLIP
move cable and cable guide.
(4) Disconnect lever spring from lever and disen- Fig. &Removing or Installing Shoe Refaher
Springs (Right Rear)
gage from shoe web. Remove spring and lever.
( 5 ) Spread anchor ends of primary and secondary lack of contact at toe and heel should be measured for
shoes and remove parking brake strut and spring proper grind.
(Fig. 7). Clean the support, using a suitable solvent, then
(6) Disengage parking brake cable from parking inspect for burrs and remove if necessary. Clean and
brake lever and remove brake assembly. lubricate threads of the adjusting screws, then inspect
(7) Remove primary and secondary brake shoe for pulled or stripped threads.
assemblies and adjusting star wheel from support. In-
stall wheel cylinder clamps Tool C-416 to hold pistons GRINDING RECOMMENDATIONS
in cylinders. Brake Shoe Lining-New lining should be measured
CLEANING AND INSPECTION and ground .060" to .080" (maximum) under the
drum diameter.
Wipe or brush clean (dry) the metal portions of the Drum Refacing-Measure the drum runout with an
brake shoes. Examine the lining contact pattern to accurate gauge. Drum runout should not exceed .006
determine if the shoes are bent. The lining should inch out of round. If the drum runout is in excess of
show contact across the entire width, extending from .006 inch, (total indicator run-out) the drum should be
heel to toe. Shoes showing contact only on one side refaced. Remove only as much material as is
should be replaced. Shoes having sufficient lining but necessary to clean up the drum. Do not reface more
m SPECIAL TOOL SECONDARY RETURN
SPRING (REMOVED)

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Fig. 5-Removing or Installing Brake Shoe Return


Springs ( L d t Rear)
PARKING BRAKE LEVER

Fig. 7-Removing or Installing Parking Brake


Strut and Spring (Left Rear)
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RETURN

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Fig. Il--lnstalling Brake Shoes (teff Front) Fig. 9--lnstalling Brake Shoes (Left Row)

than .OM inch over the standard drum diameter. lnsfalling Front Brake Drums
(1) Lubricate wheel bearings and install brake
drum and adjust wheel bearing to proper preload.
BRAKE SHOE INSTALLATION (2) Adjust brakes as described under “Service
Procedures” at front of this Section.
lnsfalling Front Brake Shoes
To install the front brake shoes, (Fig. l), proceed lnsfalling the Rear Brake Shoes
as follows: (1) Inspect platforms of support for nicks or b u m .
(1) Match a primary with a secondary brake shoe Apply a thin coat of lubricant to support platforms.
and place them in their relative position on a work (Shoe contact area.)
bench. (2) Attach parking brake lever to back side of sec-
(2) Lubricate threads of adjusting screw and install ondary shoe, (Fig. 9).
it between primary and secondary shoes with star (3) Place secondary and a primary shoe in their
wheel next to secondary shoe, (Fig. 1). (The star ad- relative position on a work bench.
justing wheels are stamped “R” (right side) and “L” (4) Lubricate threads of adjusting screw and install
(left side), and indicate their location on vehicle). it between primary and secondary shoes with star
Lubricate shoe contact area on support with Syl- wheel next to secondary shoe. (The star adjusting
Glyde or equivalent. wheels are stamped “R’ (right side) and “L” (left
(3) Overlap anchor ends of primary and secondary side), and indicate their location on vehicle.)
brake shoes and install adjusting spring and lever. (5) Overlap anchor ends of primary and secondary
(4) Spread anchor ends of brake shoes to maintain brake shoes and install adjusting spring and lever.
adjusting lever and spring in position. (6) Holding the brake shoes in their relative posi-
(5) Holding brake shoes in their relative position, tion and engage parking brake cable into parking
place brake shoe assembly on support and over brake lever.
anchor pin (Fig. 8). Remove Tool C-416. (7) Install parking brake strut and spring between
(6) Install brake shoe retaining springs and attach parking brake lever and primary shoe, (Fig. 7).
retainer clips by pressing in on spring, using a small Remove Tool C416.
punch (refer to Fig. 4). (8) Place brake shoes on support and install brake
(7) Install return spring in primary shoe. Using shoe retaining springs and attach retainer clips by
Tool C-3785, slide spring over anchor. pressing in on spring, using a small punch (Fig. 4).
(8) Install cable guide in secondary shoe and place (10) Install return spring between primary shoe
“eye” of adjusting cable over anchor pin. and anchor pin. Install “eye” of adjusting cable over
(9) Install return spring in secondary shoe and anchor pin.
slide over anchor, using Tool (2-3785. (Be sure (11)Install cable guide in secondary shoe then in-
secondary spring overlaps primary.) (Fig. 1.) Be sure stall secondary return spring. (Be sure secondary
cable guide remains flat against shoe web. spring overlaps primary, (Fig. 2), and return spring
(10) Place adjusting cable over guide and engage does not slip between anchor pin and eye of cable.)
hook of cable into adjusting lever. (12)Place adjusting cable in groove of cable guide
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and engage hook of cable into adjusting lever. (Be wheel and tire assembly.
sure cable guide remains flat against shoe web). (2)Adjust brakes as described under “Service
Procedures” at front of this Section.
Installing Rear Brake Drums
(1) Install brake drum and retaining clips. Install

10-11 I N C H BRAKES
INDEX
Page Page
Brake Drum Removal Grinding Recommendations .................... 11
Front Brake Drums .......................... 9 Brake Shoe Installation
Rear Brake Drums .......................... 9 Front Brake Shoes ........................... 11
Brake Shoe Removal Rear Brake Shoes ........................... 12
Front Brake Shoes ........................... 10 Brake Drum Installation
Rear Brake Shoes ........................... 10 Front Brake Drums .......................... 12
Cleaning and Inspection ....................... 11 Rear Brake Drums ........................... 12

SERVICE PROCEDURES
BRAKE DRUM REMOVAL (4) Remove wheel cover, grease cap, cotter pin,
lock, adjusting nut, outer wheel bearing and remove
Removing the Front Brake Drums wheel and drum assembly from spindle to expose
To aid in brake drum removal loosen brake star brake linings (Fig. 1).
adjusting wheel. (5) Inspect brake lining for wear, shoe alignment,
(1) With vehicle on a hoist, jack or suitable stands or contamination from grease or brake fluid.
remove rear plug from brake adjusting access hole.
(2)Insert a thin screw driver into brake adjusting Removing the Rear Brake Drums
hole and push adjusting lever away from star adjust- (1) With vehicle on a hoist, jack, or suitable stands,
ing wheel. Care should be taken not to bend adjusting remove rear plug from brake adjusting access hole.
lever. (2)Insert a thin screw driver into brake adjusting
(3) InsertTool C-3784 into brake adjusting hole hole and hold adjusting lever away from notches of
and engage notches of brake adjusting star wheel. adjusting screw.
Release brake adjustment by prying up with adjust- (3) Insert Tool C-3784 into brake adjusting hole
ing tool. and engage notches of brake adjusting screw. Release
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Fig. 2-Bmke Assemblies (Rear)


brake by prying up with adjusting tool. springs (Fig. 3). (Note how secondary spring overlaps
(4) Remove rear wheel and clips from wheel studs primary spring). (Fig. 1).
that holds drum on axle. Remove drum. (2) Remove brake shoe retainer, spring and nails
(5) Inspect brake lining for wear, shoe alignment or (Fig. 4).
contamination from grease or brake fluid. (Fig. 2.) (3) Slide eye of automatic adjuster cable off anchor
and unhook from lever. Remove cable, cable guide
BRAKE SHOE REMOVAL and anchor plate.
(4) Disconnect lever spring from lever and disen-
Install cylinder piston clamps, Tool C416 to pre- gage from shoe web. Remove spring and lever.
vent fluid leakage or air entering hydraulic system (5) Remove primary and secondary brake shoe as-
during brake shoe removal. semblies and adjusting star wheel from support. In-
stall wheel cylinder clamps (Tool C-416)to hold piston
Removing the Front Brake Shoes in cylinders.
With the vehicle elevated on a hoist, jack or suit-
able stands, remove the front wheels and drums. Removing the Rear Brake Shoes
(1) Using Tool (3-3785 remove brake shoe return (1) With vehicle elevated on a hoist, jack or suit-

Fig. 3-Removing or lnrtalling Brake Shoe Return Fig. 4-Removing or lnrtalling Brake Shoe Retainers,
Springs (Left Front) Springs and Nails (Right Front)
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able stand, remove rear wheel, and drum retaining
clips. Remove drum.
(2)Using Tool C-3785 remove brake shoe return
springs (Fig. 5). (Note how secondary spring overlaps
primary spring). (Fig. 2).
(3) Remove brake shoe retainers, springs and nails,
refer to (Fig. 6).
(4) Slide eye of automatic adjuster cable off anchor
and then unhook from lever. Remove cable, cable
guide and anchor plate.
(5)Disconnect lever spring from lever and disen-
gage from shoe web. Remove spring and lever.
(6) Spread anchor ends of primary and secondary
shoes and remove parking brake strut and spring
(Fig. 7).
(71 Disengage parking brake cable from parking Fig. 6-Removing or Installing Brake Shoe Retainers,
brake lever and remove brake assembly. Springs and Nails (Right Rear)
(8) Remove primary and secondary brake shoe as- GRI NDING RECOMMENDATIONS
semblies and adjusting star wheel from support. In-
stall wheel cylinder clamp (Tool (2-416)to hold pistons Brake Shoe Lining-New lining should be meas-
in cylinders. ured and ground .060” to .080” (maximum under the
drum diameter).
CLEANING AND INSPECTION Drum Refacing-Measure the drum runout with
an accurate gauge. Drum runout should not exceed
Wipe or brush clean (dry) the metal portions of the .006 inch out of round. If the drum runout is in excess
brake shoes. Examine the lining contact pattern to of .006 inch, (total indicator run-out) the drum should
determine if the shoes are bent. The lining should be refaced. Remove only as much material as is nec-
show contact across the entire width, extending from essary to clean up the drum. Do not reface more than
heel to toe. Shoes showing contact only on one side .060 inch over the standard drum diameter.
should be replaced. Shoes having sufficient lining but
lack of contact at toe and heel should be measured for BRAKE SHOE INSTALLATION
proper grind.
Clean the support, using a suitable solvent, then Installing the Front Brake Shoes
inspect for burrs. Remove if necessary. Clean and To install the front brake shoes, (Fig. l), proceed
lubricate threads of the adjusting screws, then inspect as follows:
for pulled or stripped threads. (1) Match a primary with a secondary brake shoe
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ARKINGBRAKE L E V E R ~

INSTALLING)

Fig. 5-Removing or Installing Brake Shoe Return Fig. 7-Removing or Installing Parking Brake Strv)
Springs and Nails (Lett Rear) and Spring (Left Rear)
5-12 BRAKES 0

and place them in their relative position on a work (Shoe contact area.)
bench. (2) Attach parking brake lever to back side of
(2) Lubricate threads of adjusting screw and install secondary shoe, (Fig. 9).
it between primary and secondary shoes with star (3)Place secondary and a primary shoe in their
wheel next to secondary shoe. (Fig. 1).The star adjust- relative position on a work bench.
ing wheels are stamped “R” (right side) and “L” (4) Lubricate threads of adjusting screw and install
(left side), and indicate their location on the vehicle. it between primary and secondary shoes with star
Lubricate shoe contact area on support with Syl- wheel next to secondary shoe. The star adjusting
Glyde or equivalent. wheels are stamped “R” (right side) and “L” (left
(3)Overlap anchor ends of primary and secondary side), and indicate their location on vehicle.
brake shoes and install adjusting spring and lever. (5) Overlap anchor ends of primary and secondary
(4) Spread anchor ends of brake shoes to maintain brake shoes and install adjusting spring and lever.
adjusting lever and spring in position. (6)Holdhig brake shoes in their relative position
(5) Holding brake shoes in their relative position, and engage parking brake cable into parking brake
place brake shoe assembly on support and over lever.
anchor pin (Fig. 8).Remove Tool C-416.
(6)Install nails, cups, springs and retainers. (7) Install parking brake strut and spring between
(7)Install anchor pin plate. parking brake lever and primary shoe, (Fig. 7). Re-
(8) Install cable guide in secondary shoe and place move Tool C-416.
“eye” of adjusting cable over anchor pin. (8) Place brake shoes on support and install re-
(9) Install return spring in primary shoe. Using tainer nails, springs and retainers. (Fig. 9).
Tool C-3785,slide spring over anchor. (Be sure cable (9) Install anchor pin plate.
guide remains flat against shoe web). (10)Install “eye” of adjusting cable over anchor
(10) Install return spring in secondary shoe and pin and install return spring between primary shoe
slide over anchor, using Tool C-3785.(Be sure second- and anchor pin.
ary spring overlaps primary, (Fig. 1). (11)Install cable guide in secondary shoe then in-
(11) Place adjusting cable over guide and engage stall secondary return spring. (Be sure secondary
hook of the cable into adjusting lever. spring overlaps primary, (Fig. 2) and return spring
does not slip between anchor pin and eye of cable).
lnstalling Front Brake Drums (12) Place adjusting cable in groove of cable guide
(1) Lubricate wheel bearings and install brake and engage hook of cable into adjusting lever. (Be
drum and adjust wheel bearing to proper preload. sure cable guide remains flat against shoe web).
(2) Adjust brakes as described under “Service
Procedures” at front of this Section. lnstalling Rear Brake Drums
(1)Install brake drum and retaining clips. Install
lnstalling the Rear Brake Shoes. wheel and tire assembly.
(1) Inspect platforms of support for nicks or burrs. (2) Adjust brakes as described under “Service
Apply a thin coat of lubricant to support platforms. Procedures” at front of this Section.

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SECONDARY SHOE
AND LINING
‘L. NN485
Fig. 8-Installing Brake Shoes I L d t Rear) Fig. 9-lnrtcrlling Brake Shoes (Left Rear)
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MASTER CYLINDER
INDEX
Page Page
Bleeding Master Cylinder ...................... 15 Installing Master Cylinder ...................... 16
Cleaning and Inspection ....................... 15 Master Cylinder Removal ...................... 13
Disassembling Master Cylinder ................. 13 Reassembling Master Cylinder ................. 15
General Information ........................... 13 Testing Master Cylinder ........................ 16
Hydraulic System Safety Switch ............... 16

GENERAL INFORMATION
The tandem master cylinder (Fig. 1)is of the com- to the safety switch and the front brakes.
pensating type with the reservoirs cast integrally. The master cylinder used on vehicles not equipped
The master cylinder consists of a front and rear pis- with power brake units is serviced in the same man-
ton (in tandem) two outlets, each contain a residual ner as the master cylinder with power brakes, with
pressure valve and spring (Fig. 4). one exception, the master cylinder for power brakes
The front outlet tube from the master cylinder is does not include the push rod.
connected to the hydraulic system safety switch The disc brake master cylinder is different than
(Figs. 8 and 9) and thence to the rear brakes. The rear the standard drum brake master cylinder and is cov-
outlet tube from the master cylinder is also connected ered in the disc brake section of the brake group.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
MASTER CYLINDER REMOVAL (3) Disconnect pedal push rod (manual brakes)
from brake pedal.
Should it become necessary to service the master (4) Slide master cylinder straight out from cowl
cylinder, remove from vehicle as follows: panel and/or power brake unit (if so equipped).
(1) Disconnect front and rear brake tubes from
master cylinder (residual pressure valves will keep DISASSEMBLING THE MASTER CYLINDER
cylinder from draining). Remove tube nut fittings.
(2) Remove nuts that attach master cylinder to To disassemble the master cylinder, (Figs. 1 and
cowl panel and/or power brake unit (if so equipped). 4) clean outside of master cylinder thoroughly.
CLAMP R E T A I N I N G BOLT\ 1 H O L D DOWN CLAMP
COVER 1 COVER GASKET T A B
PISTON RETAINER SCREW

PISTON RETAINER
REAR PISTON

REARBRAKE
/
\
TUBE OUTLET

MASTER CYLINDER B O D Y
FRONT P~STON
RETAINING
SET SCREW T
NP17

Fig. I -Tandem Muster Cylinder Assembly


5-14 BRAKES 0

RESIDUAL PRESSURE PISTON RETAINER


VALVE AND SPRING

\
TUBE SEAT NP18 PRESSURE VALVE

Fig. 2-Removing l u b e Seats Fig. 3-Removing or lnstallhg Residual Pressure


Valves
(1) Remove cover retaining bolt, and clamp then
remove cover and gasket. Empty brake fluid from (4) Remove front piston compression spring from
reservoirs. bore.
(2) Loosen piston retainer screw then press in on (5) Remove rubber cups from pistons, after noting
rear piston and flip retainer up to release rear piston positions of cup lips.
assembly (Fig. 3). Slide rear piston assembly out of Do not remove the center cup of the rear piston.
cylinder bore. If cup is damaged or worn, install a new rear piston
(3) Remove screw and gasket that retains front assembly.
piston; then, upending master cylinder, tamp (open (6) Using Tool T109-178 (or an easy out) remove
end down) on bench to remove front piston. If front tube seats by threading tool firmly into seat, tap tool
piston sticks in bore of cylinder, use air pressure and seat out of cylinder body. (Fig.2).
to force piston out of cylinder. New cups must be (7) Remove two residual pressure valves and
installed at reassembly if air pressure is used. springs (Fig. 3).
C O V E R R E T A I N I N G BOLT \
COVER C L A M P

COVER GASKET

PISTON RETAINING

REAR P I S T O N
I ACCEURI V

PISTON

\ /
'
PISTOG C U P
RESIDUAL PISTON RETAINER
PRESSURE
VALVE MASTER CYLINDER B O D Y RETAINER SCREW NPrn

Fig. blandem Master Cylinder lExplodd View)


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CLEANING AND INSPECTION .
A
* rDnNT PISTON REAR PISTON
I SPRING
Clean master cylinder thoroughly, using a suitable
solvent and dry with compressed air. Wash the cyl-
inder bore with clean brake fluid and inspect for
scoring or pitting. Master cylinder bore walls that
have light scratches or show signs of corrosion, can
usually be cleaned with crocus cloth. However, cyl-
inder bores that have deep scratches or scoring may
be honed, providing diameter of bore is not increased
more than .002 inch. If master cylinder bore does not
clean up at .002 inch when honed, the master cylinder ’RETAINING SCREW REAR PISTON /
AND GASKET ASSEMBLY NP22
should be discarded and a new master cylinder instal-
led. Fig. 6-/nstalling Rear Piston Assembly
If master cylinder pistons are badly scored or
corroded, replace them with new ones. The piston Rear Piston
cups and seals should be replaced when recondition- (1) Carefully work piston cup over rear end of
ing a master cylinder. rear piston with lip of cup toward piston (Fig. 4).
When overhauling a master cylinder, use all parts (2) Center spring retainer of rear piston assem-
furnished in repair kit. Discard all used rubber bly over shoulder of front piston. Push piston as-
parts. semblies into bore up to center piston cup. Carefully
work cup into bore then push piston in up to the
REASSEMLING THE MASTER CYLINDER rear cup. Carefully work lip of rear cup into bore,
then push in on piston until seated (Fig. 6).
Front Piston (3) Holding piston in seated position, move piston
Before assembling the master cylinder, dip all retainer over piston and tighten screw securely.
component parts in clean brake fluid and place on a (4) Install front piston retaining set screw and gas-
clean shop towel or paper (assembling seals dry, ket in cylinder body and tighten securely (Fig. 1).
can ruin them). (5) Install residual pressure valves and springs in
(1) Carefully work piston cup on front end of outlet ports and install tube seats, firmly. Install
front piston with the lip away from piston (Fig. 4). tube nut fittings.
(2) Slide “0”ring over the rear end of front pis-
ton and into correct land.
(3) Carefully work front piston rear cup (Fig. 4) BLEEDING THE MASTER CYLINDER
into rear land, with the cup lip away from piston.
(4) Slide cup retainer over front end of piston, Before installing the master cylinder on vehicle, it
followed by piston spring (Fig. 4). must be bled on the bench as follows:
(5) Install piston spring, piston cup retainer, piston (1) Clamp master cylinder in a vise and attach
and cups into bore of master cylinder (Fig. 5). (Keep bleeding tubes Tool C-4029 (Fig. 7). (If vehicle is
well lubricated with brake fluid.) equipped with disc brakes, be sure residual pressure
Be sure the lip of cups enter bore evenly in order
valve is on end of tube in large capacity reservoir.
not to damage sealing qualities of cups. (Keep well
This keeps brake fluid from being syphoned out of
lubricated with brake fluid.)
PISTON SPRING ,,o,,

FRONT PISTON
RETAINING SCREW
AND GASKET

Fig. 5-Installing Front Piston and Spring Fig. 7-6leedlng Master Cylinder
5-16 BRAKES 0

FROM MASTER CYLINDER SAFETY SWITCH


PORT STAMPED “F”
SWITCH BODY
UTLET TO LEFT SAFETY SWITCH
0 ONT BRAKE TUBE BODY ASSEMBLY

BR STON SEAL “0”RING


SEAL “0” RING

PLUG

MOUNTING
BRACKET
SWITCH ASSEMBLY
Fig. 9-Hydraulic System Safety Switch
PISTON ASSEMBLY (Exploded View)
FROM MASTER CYLINDER
PORT STAMPED “R” TESTING MASTER CYLINDER
Be sure that the master cylinder compensates at
REAR BRAKE TUBE both ports. This can be done by applying the pedal
lightly with the engine running (power brakes) and
observing for a gyser of fluid squirting up in the
reservoirs. This may only occur in the front chamber
Fig. 8-Hydraulic System Safety Switch and so to determine if the rear compensating port
(Sectional View) is open, it will be necessary to pump up the brakes
rapidly and, then, hold the pedal down. Have an ob-
reservoir while bleeding.) server watch the fluid in the rear reservoir while
(2) Fill both reservoirs with approved brake fluid. the pedal is raised. A disturbance in the fluid indi-
(3) Using a wooden stick or dowel {power brake cates that the compensating port is open.
equipped vehicles) or depress push rod slowly and
allow the pistons to return under pressure of springs. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SAFETY SWITCH
Do this several times until all air bubbles are ex-
pelled. (Fig. 7). The hydraulic system safety switch (Figs. 8 and 9)
(4) Remove bleeding tubes from cylinder and in- is used to warn the vehicle operator that one of the
stall cover and gasket. (As tubes are removed, fluid hydraulic systems has failed. A failure in one part
remaining in tubes will syphon out.) of the brake system does not result in failure of the
(5) Install cover retaining clamp and clamp screw. entire hydraulic brake system. As an example, failure
(6) Remove from vise and install master cylinder of the rear brake system will leave the front brake
on vehicle as follows: system still operative.
As pressure falls in one system, the other system’s
INSTALLING MASTER CYLINDER ON normal pressure forces the piston to the inoperative
VEHICLE side contacting the switch terminal, causing a red
warning light to come on in the instrument panel,
thus, warning the operator of the vehicle that one
(1) Install master cylinder on vehicle, aligning of the systems has failed and should be repaired.
push rod with cowl panel opening (manual brakes) The safety switch is mounted on the frame in a
or power brake push rod with cylinder piston. vertical position, with the brake tubes connected.
(2) Slide over mounting studs. Install attaching (Fig. 8).
nuts and tighten to 9 foot-pounds. Connect push rod If a malfunction occurs within the switch, dis-
to brake pedal. connect tubes from body assembly and install a new
(3) Connect front and rear brake tubes and tighten assembly. The component parts of the switch body
securely. are not serviced. However, the terminal unit can
(4) Bleed brakes at wheel cylinders using regular be removed if a malfunction occurs and a new termi-
procedure, being sure fluid level is maintained. (See nal unit installed.
Bleeding the Brake System.) If a new body is installed, bleed the brake system.
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WHEEL CYLINDERS
REMOVING THE WHEEL CYLINDERS inder bore is not increased more than .002 inch. A
cylinder that does not clean up at .002 inch should be
Front or Rear discarded and a new cylinder installed. (Black stains
With all the brake drums removed inspect the on the cylinder walls are caused by the piston cups
wheel cylinder boots for evidence of a brake fluid and will do no harm.)
leak. (A slight amount of fluid on the boot may not be Should inspection reveal the necessity of installing
a leak, but may be preservative oil used on the a new wheel cylinder (front or rear), proceed as
assembly). follows:
(1) In case of a leak, remove brake shoes (replace if (1)Disconnect brake hose from brake tube at
soaked with grease or brake fluid), boots, pistons, frame bracket (front wheels) or, disconnect brake
wheel cylinder cups and wheel cylinder cup expan- tube from wheel cylinder (rear wheels).
sion spring. (2) Disconnect brake hose from wheel cylinder
(2) Wash wheel cylinder bore with clean brake (front wheels only) and remove wheel cylinder attach-
fluid and inspect for scoring or pitting. ing bolts, then slide wheel cylinder out of support.
Use extreme care in cleaning wheel cylinder after
reconditioning. Remove all dust or grit by flushing DISASSEMBLING TH E WHEEL CYLINDERS
cylinder with alcohol. Wipe dry with a clean lintless
cloth and clean a second time with alcohol. Dry wheel (Front or Rear)
cylinder with air pressure, then flush with clean If the wheel cylinders were not disassembled before
brake fluid. (Be sure bleeder screw port and bleeder removal, (Figs. 1 or 2), proceed as follows:
screw are clean and open). (1) Remove boots and push rods.
Wheel cylinder bores or pistons that are badly (2) Press in on one end of cylinder and force out
scored or corroded should be replaced. The old piston piston, cup, piston spring, cup and piston.
cups should be discarded when reconditioning the
wheel cylinders. ASSEMBLING THE WHEEL CYLINDERS
Cylinder walls that have light scratches, or show
signs of corrosion, can usually be cleaned with crocus (Front or Rear)
cloth, using a circular motion. However, cylinders To assemble the wheel cylinder, (Figs. 1 or 2),
that have deep scratches or scoring may be honed, proceed as follows:
using Tool C-3080, providing the diameter of the cyl- Before assembling the pistons and new cups in the

i
BOOT
PISTON

i
43
I

(13
I
PISTON

9 INCH BRAKE
BOOT

SCREW NYl614B

Fig. I-Wheel Cylinder (9" Bruke)


5-18 BRAKES 3

BRAKE CYLINDER-FRONT
/HOUSING

\ \
BOOT PUSH ROD

HOUSING’
BLEED SCREW

BRAKE CYLINDER-REAR
NK506

Fig. 2-Wheel Cylinder (Front and Rear) (10-11“ Brake)


wheel cylinder, dip them in brake fluid. If the boots REMOVING THE BRAKE SUPPORT
are deteriorated, cracked or do not fit tightly on the
brake shoe push rod, as well as the wheel cylinder (Front)
casting, new boots should be installed. (1) Disconnect brake line from brake hose at frame
(1)Wash wheel cylinder with alcohol and blow dry bracket.
with air. (2) With wheel and brake drum removed, remove
(2) Install expansion spring in cylinder. Install four support attaching nuts and washers.
wheel cylinder cups in each end of cylinder with open (3) Remove support and brake assembly from
end of cups facing each other. spindle.
(3) Install wheel cylinder pistons in each end of
cylinder with recessed end of pistons facing open (Rear)
ends of cylinder. (1) With wheel and brake drum removed, remove
(4) Install boots over ends of cylinder. Keep assem- support attaching nuts and washers.
bly compressed with aid of a brake cylinder clamp (2) Remove rear axle shaft and retainer.
until brake shoes are assembled. (3) Disconnect hydraulic brake line from wheel
cylinder.
INSTALLING THE WHEEL CYLINDERS (4) Disengage brake cable from parking brake
lever.
(Front or b u r ) (5) Using a suitable tool compress three flared legs
(1) Slide wheel cylinder into position in support. of cable retainer and pull brake cable out of support
Install attaching bolts and tighten securely (10-11’’ (Fig. 3).
17 to 20 Foot pounds). (9’’7 to 10 Foot pounds). (6) Remove brake support from rear axle housing.
(2)Connect brake tube to wheel cylinder and
tighten to 95 inch pounds (rear wheels) or connect INSTALLING THE BRAKE SUPPORT
brake hose to wheel cylinder (front wheels), and
tighten to 25 foot pounds, before connecting brake (Front)
hose to frame bracket. Should hose be connected to (1) Install brake shoes on support.
wheel cylinder last, tightening of the hose into wheel (2) Place support on spindle support and install at-
cylinder will twist hose, which can result in suspen- taching bolts, nuts and washers. Tighten attaching
sion or tire interference. nuts to 55 foot-pounds.
0 BRAKES 5-19
tighten to 25 foot-pounds, before connecting brake
hose to frame bracket. Should hose be connected to
wheel cylinder last, tightening of hose into wheel cyl-
inder will twist hose, which can result in suspension
or tire interference problems.
(4) Install brake drum and wheel bearings. Adjust
bearings. Bleed and adjust brakes.

(Rear)
(1) Install brake shoes on support.
(2) Install support onto rear axle housing.
(3) Insert rear axle shaft and retainer into housing
and install axle retainer nuts and washers. Tighten
retainer nuts to 35 foot-pounds.
‘CABLE RETAININGCLIP (4) Attach brake line to wheel cylinder and tighten
63x596
to 95 inch-pounds.
(5) Insert parking brake cable into support plate
and attach cable to parking brake lever.
Fig. 3-Removing Brake Cable from Support
(6) Install brake drum and wheel. Bleed and adjust
(3) Connect brake hose to wheel cylinder and brakes.

PARKING BRAKES
INDEX
Page Page
Adjusting the Parking Brake .................... 20 Removing Front Parking Brake Cable ........... 21
General Information ........................... 19 Removing Rear Parking Brake Cable ............ 20
Installing the Front Parking Brake Cable ....... 21 Service Diagnosis ............................. 19
Installing the Rear Parking Brake Cable ........ 20

GENERAL INFORMATION
The rear wheel service brakes also act as parking The wheel brake cables are joined together by a for-
brakes. The brake shoes are mechanically operated by ward brake cable and equalizer extending to the park-
a lever and strut connected to a flexible steel cable. ing brake pedal or release handle (Figs. 1, 2, 3 and 4).

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction

DRAGGING BRAKE (a) Improper cable or brake shoe adjust- (a) Properly adjust the service brakes
ment. then adjust the parking brake cable.
(b) Broken brake shoe return spring. (b) Replace any broken return spring.
(c) Broken brake shoe retainer spring. (c) Replace the broken retainer spring.
(d) Grease or brake fluid soaked lining. (d) Replace the grease seal or recondi-
tion the wheel cylinders and replace
both brake shoes.
(e) Sticking or frozen brake cable. (e) Replace cable.
(f) Broken rear spring. (f) Replace the broken rear spring.
(g) Bent or rusted cable equalizer. (g) Straighten, or replace and lubricate
the equalizer.

BRAKE WILL NOT HOLD (a) Broken or rusted brake cable. (a) Replace cable.
(b) Improperly adjusted brake or cable. (b) Adjust brakes and cable as necessary.
(c) Soaked brake lining. (c) Replace the brake lining.
(d) Ratchet or pedal mechanism worn. (d) Replace pedal assembly.
5-20 BRAKES 0

SERVICE PROCEDURES
ADJUSTING THE PARKING BRAKE
The service brakes must be properly adjusted be-
fore adjusting the parking brake.
(1) Release parking brake lever and loosen cable
adjusting nut to insure cable is slack, (Figs. 1 or 2).
Before loosening cable adjusting nut, clean threads
with wire brush and lubricate with grease.
(2) Tighten cable adjusting nut until a slight drag
is felt while rotating wheel, loosen cable adjusting nut
until both rear wheels can be rotated freely, then
bakk off cable adjusting nut two full turns.
(3) Apply parking brake several times, then release
and test to see that rear wheels rotate freely without
dragging.
REMOVING THE REAR PARKING BRAKE
CABLE
The independent rear brake cables are attached to Fig. 2-Parking Brake Cabk Routing (Dart)
an equalizer (Fig. 1).The front cable is adjusted at
the equalizer. arm.
Should it become necessary to remove the parking (8) Compress retainers on end of brake cable hous-
brake cable (rear) for installation of a new cable, see ing and remove cable from support. (Fig. 3) Service
(Fig. 3) Service Brakes. Brakes.
(1) With vehicle jacked up or on a suitable hoist,
remove rear wheels. INSTALLING THE REAR PARKING BRAKE
(2) Disconnect brake cable from equalizer. CABLE
(3) Remove retaining clip from brake cable brack-
et. When installing a new brake cable, lubricate the
(4) Remove brake drum from rear axle. cable with short fibre grease at the contact points.
(5) Remove brake shoe return springs. (1) Insert brake cable and housing into brake sup
(6) Remove brake shoe retaining springs. port plate making certain that housing retainers lock
(7) Remove brake shoe strut and spring from brake the housing firmly into place.
support and disconnect brake cable from operating (2) Holding brake shoes in place on support plate,
engage brake cable into brake shoe operating lever.
RIGHT REAR CABLE ASSEMBLY Install parking brake strut and spring.
LEFT REAR
(3) Install brake shoe retaining springs, and brake
CABLE ADJUS

CABLE BRACKET
NUT

i
RONT CABLE ASSEMBLY
CROSSMEMBER NN558 NN559

Fig. I-Parking Brake C a b k Routing (Coronet) Fig. 3-Parking Brake Pedal (Coronet)
0 BRAKES 5-21

\..

INSTRUMENT PAN

PIN

SCREW AND WASHER

SCREW AND WASHER

64 x 310

Fig. 4-Parking Brake Lever (Dart)


shoe return springs. housing and clip down out of pedal assembly bracket.
(4) Install brake drum and wheel. (7)Remove cable to floor pan clip and work cable
(5) Insert brake cable and housing into cable and housing assembly up through floor pan.
bracket and install retaining clip.
(6) Insert brake cable into equalizer. Note different INSTALLING THE FRONT PARKING BRAKE
size slot for corresponding cable end fitting. CABLE
(7)Adjust service brakes and parking brake cable.
(1) Insert rear end of brake cable and housing
REMOVING THE FRONT PARKING BRAKE down through cable routing hole in floor pan.
CABLE (2) Engage upper end of cable and housing assem-
bly up through pedal assembly bracket and firmly
(1) Disengage front parking brake cable from attach housing and clip into bracket.
equalizer bar. Refer to (Figs. 1 or 2). (3) Depress parking brake pedal and insert end of
(2) Disengage cable from guide clip. cable into parking brake pedal clevis.
(3) Using a screw driver force cable housing and (4) Insert cable through body crossmember and
attaching clip out of body crossmember. firmly press into housing and attaching clip.
(4) Fold back left front edge of floor mat and re- (5) Attach front cable to equalizer bar.
move rubber cable cover from floor pan. (6) Adjust service brakes and parking brake cable.
(5) Depress parking brake pedal and work brake (7)Apply brakes several times and test for free
cable up and out of brake pedal linkage, (Figs. 3 or 4). wheel rotation when parking brake is in “off” posi-
(6) Using a screw driver force upper end of cable tion.
MIDLAND-ROSS POWER BRAKE-(TANDEM DIAPHRAGM)
INDEX
Page Page
Assembling the Power Brake ................... 26 Removing the Power Brake ..................... 22
Disassembling the Power Brake ................ 22 Service Diagnosis ............................. 28
installing the Power Brake ..................... 28
5-22 BRAKES 0

Fig. I-Power Brake Assembly


GENERAL INFORMATION
The tandem diaphragm power brake (Fig. 1) is a shift his toe from one pedal to the other without
combined vacuum and hydraulic unit which utilizes lifting his heel from the floor.
engine intake manifold vacuum and atmospheric The power brake, which is a self contained unit,
pressure to provide power assisted application of eliminates all external rods and levers, and mounts
the vehicle brakes. The power unit provides lighter on the engine side of the cowl panel.
pedal pressure. The power brake is externally connected to the
This lighter pressure is obtained in combination brake system. The unit is connected by a pedal link
with a reduced pedal travel, which makes it possible to the brake pedal, by a vacuum line to the intake
to bring the pedal down to the approximate height of manifold (through a vacuum check valve) and hy-
the accelerator pedal when at closed throttle condi- draulic tubes from the master cylinder to the wheel
tion. Thus, the driver, after closing the throttle, can units.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
REMOVING THE POWER BRAKE DISASSEMBLING POWER BRAKE
(1) With engine turned off, apply brakes several To disassemble power brake (Fig. l), proceed as
times to balance the internal pressure of brake. follows:
(2) Disconnect hydraulic brake lines from master (1) Remove four attaching nuts and lock washers,
cylinder. and separate tandem master cylinder from power
brake.
(3) Disconnect vacuum hose from power brake
(2) Remove filter cover and retainer from power
check valve. brake, separate cover and retainer, and remove air
(4) Remove nut and bolt that attach power brake filter. (Fig. 2).
pedal link to pedal. (Under instrument panel.) (3) Disconnect valve operating rod from power
(5) Remove nuts and washers that attach power lever assembly by removing clevis pin from upper
brake unit to dash panel. end of power lever (Fig. 3).
(6) Remove power brake and master cylinder from (4) Disconnect power lever, pedal link, boot re-
vehicle and place on a service bench for further dis- taining plate, and boot, from brackets by removing
assembly. Remove plastic mounting gasket. retaining clip and lower pivot pin (Fig. 4).
0 BRAKES 5-23

FILTER COVER \
---------_ VACUUM
/CHECK VALVE f SCRIBE LINE

COVER. CLAMP BAND \REAR COVER


f SCREW AND NUT NP385

Fig. 5-Scribe Marks on Front Cover, Clamp Band


and Rear Cover
(5) Disconnect pedal link from power lever by re-
Fig. 2-Filter, Retainer and Cover Assembly
moving condecting clevis pin. Separate boot retain-
ing plate and boot from pedal link (Fig. 4).
(6) Remove retaining nuts and disassemble brack-
ets from rear cover.
(7) Remove rubber boot from valve operating rod.
(8) Scribe a line across front cover, clamp band
and rear cover (Fig. 5).
(9) Remove clamp band screw and nut and disas-
semble clamp band (Fig. 5).
(10) Push bellows retaining lip into front cover
chamber and separate bellows, control hub, and
diaphragm assemblies from front and rear covers
(Figs. 6 and 7).
(11) Remove vacuum check valve rubber grommet
from body.
(12) Remove rear seal from rear cover (Fig. 8).
co1 Disassembling the Diaphragms
PEDAL LINK/ ANp383
(1) Remove large bellows clamp and separate bel-
lows and bellows support rings from control hub
Fig. 3-Removing or Installing Power Lever (Fig. 9).
(2) Remove two support rings from bellows (Figs.

BRACKET ATTACHING
FRONT

BELLOWS
RETAINING LIP

Fig. 4-Removing or Installing Pedal Link Fig. 6-Separating Bellows from Front Cover
5-24 BRAKES 0

f-

ITROL HUB
/

' /
DIAPHRAGMS BELLOWS
AND CONTROL HUB
NP387

Fig. I-front Cover, Dtaphragms and Rear Cover

NP390

Fig. 10-Removing Bellows from Control Hub

-RUBBER REACTION CONE


SEGMENTS PUSH ROD
1
REAR COVER/
NP388

Fig. &Removing Seal from Rear Cover

9 and 10).
(3) Remove push rod and reaction cone assembly
PLASTIC PUSH
and reaction lever assembly from control hub (Fig. ROD GUIDE NP391
11).
(4) Remove plastic push rod guide, retainer, and Fig. 1 1-Push Rod Assembly
reaction cone from push rod assembly (Fig. 11).
(5) Remove operating rod from valve plunger (Fig. 12). (To remove, hold assembly firmly and pull
1 the push rod from valve plunger, shearing the plastic
retainer. Remove all broken pieces of plastic retainer
from groove in push rod and valve plunger.)
(6) Roll retaining bead of rear diaphragm plate
assembly from center plate assembly and turn rear

VALVE OPERATING ROD


I

PLASTIC RETAINER
I
TAIL STOCK AND
VALVE PLUNGER NP392

Fig. 12-Valve Operating Rod Removed from


Fig. 9-Removing Bellows Clamp Plunger
BRAKES 5-25

SPECIAL TOOL
*
/ FRONT
REAR
DIAPHRAGM
PLATE
DIAPHRAGM

NP393
/
FRONT DlAPHRAl
701 HUB

Fig. 13-Removing or Installing Rear Diaphragm NP395


7 s

diaphragm assembly clockwise 1/4 turn and remove Fig. 15-Removing Front Diaphragm from Control
(Fig. 13). Hub
(7) Remove “0”ring from center plate assembly
(Fig. 14). Thoroughly wash all metal parts in a suitable sol-
(8) Roll ribbed retaining bead of front diphragm vent and blow dry with compressed air. The power
from center plate assembly retaining ring and remove diaphragms, plastic power piston and guide, should
center plate assembly. be washed in mild soap solution and water. Blow dust
(9) Remove center seal from center plate assembly. and cleaning fluid out of all internal passages. All
(10) Using special hub Tool (2-3984 (Fig. 15), turn rubber parts should be replaced, regardless of condi-
control hub clockwise 1/4 turn while holding dia- LARGE
phragm and retaining plate. Separate diaphragm, re- RING
‘0“ TAIL STOCK
taining plate, tail stock extension, tail stock, and 2 A AND EXTENSION
“0”rings (Fig. 16).
Disassembling Control Hub
(1) Remove snap ring retainer which holds plunger
to control hub and separate plunger assembly from
control hub (Fig. 17). It may be necessary to file burr SMALL
from protruding end of plunger before it can be NP396 “0” RING
separated from control hub.
(2) Compress spring of plunger assembly toward Fig. 16-Control Hub and Extension
rubber valve and remove spring retainer (Fig. 18).
(3) Separate spring, washer, rubber valve, “0”
ring and fibre washer from plunger (Fig. 19). i
DIAPH
s

\
/
PLUNGER RETAINER \ CONTROL HUB

CENl t K YLAI t
NP394
\
SNAP RING PLIERS
PLUNGER

NN16

Fig. 14-Removing “0” Ring from Plate Fig. 17-Removing or Installing Plunger Ref ainer
5-26 BRAKES 0

SPRING‘ - NN18 Fig. 20-Control Housing and Plunger Assembly

Fig. 18-Removing or installing Spring Retainer


projections on hub (Fig. 20).
(3) Assemble washer into hub so that flat edge
tion. Install new air filter at reassembly. Inspect all of spring seat indexes with flat projection on hub (Fig.
parts for scoring, pitting, dents or nicks. Small im- 20).
perfections can be smoothed out, using crocus cloth. (4) Install spring over plunger and insert spring
Replace all parts that are badly scored, nicked or retaining clip by compressing spring toward spring
damaged. When reassembling, be sure that all rubber seat (Fig. 18).
parts are well lubricated with silicone grease, except
the diaphragms and the reaction ring. Assembling the Diaphragms
(1) Install tail stock over plunger with the flat on
ASSEMBLING THE POWER BRAKE tail stock indexing with flat on control hub (Fig. 20).
Assembling Control Hub (2) Install large “0”ring in “V” groove formed by
(1) Assemble “0”ring and fibre washer on plunger. tail stock and control hub (Fig. 16).
Insert plunger into hub and install snap ring retainer (3) Place small “0” ring ih sealing ring on rear
(Fig. 19). of tail stock and slide tail stock extension over tail
(2) Assemble rubber valve into control hub so that stock and the two “0”rings.
the two round holes in valve indexes with two raised (4) Install ribbed diaphragm to control hub re-
RUBBER “0’
RING
/
SPRING SEAT

1
PLUNGER

RUBBER
NNl9

Fig. 19-Plunger Assembly fExploded View)


BRAKES 5-27
LEVER
ASSEMB ’USH ROD

Ir / HUB
\ ASSEMBLY
/

SPECIA

RIBBED DIAPHR
CONTROL
NP397 HUB

NP399
Fig. 21-Installing Control Hub on Diaphragm
Fig. 23-Lever Assembly and Push Rod Installed
taining plate and place over tail stock extension.
(5)Using special hub Tool C-3984,turn control push rod guide on push rod. Install push rod assembly
hub assemblies and tail stock 1/4 turn counterclock- in control hub so that push rod indexes in valve
wise (Fig. 21) to the stop (or hold tool in vise and plunger (Figs. 23 and 11).
rotate diaphragm with both hands). (12)Install two bellow support rings on bellows.
(6)Insert center seal into center plate assembly
Install bellows on control hub so that lip on bellows
and install over tail stock extension. Roll ribbed dia- indexes in groove on hub (Fig. 24).
phragm bead over center plate retaining ring (Fig. (13)Secure bellows to hub by assembling large
22). bellows clamp on control hub end of bellows (ap-
(7)Insert “0” ring into sealing groove of rear proximately 1/32” from the hub end) (Fig. 24).
diaphragm plate assembly and install over tail stock (14)Assemble rear seal into rear cover. Position
extension. diaphragms, bellows, and control hub as assembled
(8)Rotate rear diaphragm plate assembly 1/4 into rear cover (Fig. 7). Make sure lip of seal fits
turn in counterclockwise direction to stop. over rear flange.
(9)Place groove of rear diaphragm sealing bead (15)Install rubber grommet in front cover with
over mating lip of center plate assembly (Fig. 22). larger diameter on outside of unit. Install vacuum
(10)Install lever assembly in control hub with manifold assembly through grommet.
rubber protrusions toward hub (Figs. 23 and 11). Be (16)Install front cover to rear cover, making sure
sure the levers are evenly spaced within the control that scribe lines are aligned (Fig. 5). Pull front lip
hub. THIS IS IMPORTANT of bellows through front cover (Fig. 6) and position
(11)Assemble reaction cone, retainer, and plastic it evenly around hole in front cover.
DIAPHRAC
(17)Install clamp band over lips of front and rear

\ h CLAMP

BELLOWS
CENTER PLATE - z* NP398 NP400 SUPPORT RINGS

Fig. 22-Installing Center Plate on Diaphragm Fig. 24-Clamp Installed on Bellows


5-28 BRAKES 0

covers. Align scribe lines, compress assembly to- (22) Connect power lever to valve operating rod
gether, and secure witfi clamp band screw. In order with small diameter clevis pin (Fig. 3).
to insure engagement of the clamp band retaining (23) Position air filter (Fig. 2) in metal retainer
lands with the mating retaining ledges of front and and snap plastic filter cover over filter onto metal re-
rear covers, it is necessary to force covers axially tainer. Install assembly onto mounting studs of front
together by using a press or vise. The magnitude of cover with metal retainer against front cover (filter
this force should be approximately 300 pounds. position on top).
Engine vacuum may be used to compress front and (24) Install master cylinder to front cover mount-
rear covers together. ing studs and tighten nuts to 100 inch-pounds.
(18) Tap clamp band with a fibre hammer around
its entire circumference as clamp band bolt is being INSTALLING THE POWER BRAKE ON THE
tightened. Tighten to 15 inch-pounds. VEHICLE
(19) Install rubber boot to valve operating rod and (1) Reinstall dash panel to power brake seal.
assemble plastic retainer to end of the rod (Fig. 12). (2) Position power brake unit on dash panel, then
Insert rod into plunger so that retainer engages install attaching nuts and washers and tighten to 200
groove in plunger. Install lip of boot in groove of inch-pounds.
rear seal. (3) Install bolt that connects power brake pedal
(20) Install brackets on rear cover with retaining link with brake pedal linkage. Install nut and tighten
nuts and lockwashers (Fig. 4). Tighten securely. to 30 foot-pounds.
(21) Install pedal link, power lever, clevis pin, (4) Connect vacuum hose to unit and connect hy-
boot retaining plate, and boot. Attach assembly to draulic brake tubes. Tighten securely.
brackets using long pivot pin and clip (Fig. 4). (5) Refill master cylinder and bleed brakes.

MIDLAND ROSS POWER BRAKE


Page Page
Assemblinn the Power Brake ................... 31 Installinn the Power Brake ..................... 34
DisassembTing the Power Brake ................ 29 Removing the Power Brake .................... 29
General Information ........................... 28 Service Diagnosis ............................. 28

GENERAL INFORMATION
. The Midland Ross power brake, (Fig. 1)is located cylinder. The power brake derives its power from
on the engine side of the dash panel. The front the intake manifold vacuum and atmospheric pres-
cover of the Power Brake Unit supports the master sure. It does not require a vacuum reservoir.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
DRAGGING BRAKES (a) Brake shoes improperly adjusted. (a) Adjust brakes.
(ALL WHEELS) (b) Brake pedal linkage binding. (b) Free up linkage.
(c) Excessive hydraulic seal friction. (c) Lubricate seal.
(d) Compensator port plugged. (d) Clean out master cylinder.
(e) Sticking valve plunger. (e) Free up and lubricate valve plunger.
(f) Improper booster push rod length ad- (f) Adjust push rod.
justment.
(g) Fluid cannot return to master cyl- (g) Inspect pedal return and push rod ad-
inder. justment.
(h) Parking brake not returning. (h) Free up as required.
(i) Improperly staked valve sleeve. (i) Replace valve assembly.
GRABBING BRAKES (a) Grease or brake fluid on linings. (a) Inspect for a leak and replace lining
as required.
(b) Sticking actuating valve. (b) Free up valve.
PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR (a) Self-adjusters not operating. (a) Inspect self-adjuster operations.
(OR ALMOST TO FLOOR) (b) Air in hydraulic system. (b) Bleed brakes.
(c) Hydraulic leak. (c) Locate and correct leak.
(d) Fluid low in master cylinder. (d) Add brake fluid.
(e) Shoe hanging up on rough platform. (e) Smooth and lubricate platforms.
(f) Broken plunger stem. (f) Replace valve plunger assembly.
0 BRAKES 5-29
Condition Possible Cause Correction
HARD PEDAL (POWER (a) Faulty vacuum check valve. (a) Replace check valve.
UNIT TROUBLE) (b) Collapsed or leaking vacuum hose. (b) Replace hose.
(c) Plugged vacuum fittings. (c) Clean out fittings.
(d) Leaking vacuum chamber. (d) Locate and correct leak.
(e) Diaphragm assembly out of place in (e) Position diaphragm.
housing.
(f) Vacuum leak in forward vacuum (f) Locate and correct leak.
housing.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
REMOVING THE POWER BRAKE DISASSEMBLING THE POWER BRAKE
Should it become necessary to remove the power To disassemble the power brake unit for repair or
brake (Fig. 1) for repair or overhaul, proceed as overhaul (Fig. 2), proceed as follows:
follows: (1) Remove four nuts that attach master cylinder to
(1) With engine turned off, apply brakes several power brake unit. Remove master cylinder.
times to balance internal pressure of brake. (2) Remove air filter cover assembly from power
(2) Disconnect hydraulic brake lines from master brake unit, separate cover and retainer, then remove
cylinder. air filter (Fig. 3).
(3) Remove check valve and rubber grommet from
(3) Disconnect vacuum hose from power brake.
power brake unit.
(4) From under instrument panel, remove nut and (4) Remove rubber boot from input push rod (Fig.
attaching bolt from power brake input push rod and 2).
brake pedal blade. Remove lower pivot retaining (5) Remove input rod from plunger by shearing
bolt. plastic retainer (requires 300 pound pull to shear)
(5) Remove four power brake attaching nuts and which fastens push rod to plunger, being careful not
washers. to damage plastic tail stock. If plunger is to be used
(6) Remove power brake, master cylinder and again, remove all broken pieces of plastic retaining
linkage from vehicle and place on a service bench for ring from groove in plunger.
further disassembly. (6) Scribe a line across front cover, clamp band and
TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER (DRUM BRAKES) PlqTE NUT AND WA;HER ASSEMBLY

I POWER BRA/KE ASSEMBLY

I
. .- . . .. -
I ACKET ASSEMBLY
CONNECTION

LOWER PIVOT BOLT

SCREW AND ‘WASHER ASSEMBLY BUSHING’ VIEW A \SLEEVE .LEVER ASSEMBLY


NP280

Fig. I-Power Brake and Master Cylinder


5-30 BRAKES 0

Fig. 2-Power Brake Assembly

rear cover (Fig. 4).


(7) Push bellows lip into vacuum chamber to s e p
arate bellows, control valve and diaphragm assembly Fig. &Scribe Marks on Front Cover, Clamp Band
from front and rear covers (Fig. 5). and Rem Cover
(8)Remove clamp band screw and nut and remove
clamp band. Separate front and rear covers. (16)Using snap ring pliers, remove retainer that
(9)Remove power piston and bellows assembly holds plunger to control hub (Fig. 12). Separate con-
from rear housing. trol hub and plunger assembly (Fig. 13). It may be
(10) Remove rear seal from rear cover (Fig. 6). necessary to file any burrs that protrude from end of
(11)Remove bellows clamp and support rings from plunger before it is removed from control hub. A
bellows (Fig. 7). score in this area can cause a leak.
(12)Remove bellows from control hub (Fig. 8). (17)Using a screwdriver, compress spring toward
(13)Remove output push rod and reaction lever rubber valve, then remove spring retainer (Fig. 14).
assemblies (Fig. 9)from control hub. (18) Disassemble plunger by removing spring,
(14)Remove two plastic push rod guides, cone re-
tainer and reaction cone from push rod (Fig. 10).
(15)Using Tool C-3984,turn control hub clockwise
while holding power piston (Fig. 11). Separate control
hub, tail stock and “0”ring from diaphragm.
FILTER COVER
I

-
Fig. 3 4Mer, Retainer and Cover Assembly
,.,., /
- NUT

Fig. 5-Separating Bellows from Front Cover


NNP
5-31

NN12
Fig. 6-Removing Seal from Rear Cover
Fig. 8-Removing or Installing Bellows
washer, rubber valve, “0”ring, spring seat and fibre
washer (Fig. 15).
Thoroughly wash all the metal parts in a suitable
SEGMENTS
solvent and dry with compressed air. The power pis-
ton diaphragm, control hub and all plastic parts
should be washed in a mild soap solution and water.
Using air pressure, blow out all internal passages. All
rubber parts should be replaced regardless of condi-
tion. Install new air filter at reassembly.
Inspect all parts for scoring, pitting, dents or nicks,
small imperfections can be smoothed out, using
crocus cloth. Replace all parts that are badly scored,
nicked or damaged. CONTROL HUB
At reassembly, coat all rubber parts, (including the
diaphragm), with silicone grease. (Dow Corning #33). POWER PISTON AND
DIAPHRAGM ASSEMBLY
IAPHRAGM
POWER PISTOE
BE110WS Fig. 9-Push Rod, Reaction Lever and Control Hub

ASSEMBLING THE POWER BRAKE


(1) Install rubber valve, spring seat, spring, “0”
ring and fibre washer on plunger (Fig. 15).
(2) Using a screwdriver, compress spring towards
REACTION CONE

RETAINER ’ NN14

Fig. 7-Removing Bellows Clamp Fig. IO-Push Rod Assembly


5-32 BRAKES 0

spEclAi
POWER PISTON To

RUBBER VALVE ’

I
I
I
CONTROL
HUB 64 N%‘-
SPRING‘ NN18
Fig. 1 1-Removing Control Hub from Power Pidon
Fig. 14-Removing or Installing Spring Retainer
\
(Fig. 13) so that round holes in rubber valve index
with raised projections on hub and flat side on spring
seat mates with flat projection on hub.
(4) Compress valve spring and install retainer in
plunger groove, using snap ring pliers (Fig. 12), thus
securing control valve plunger in control hub.
(5) Install tail stock over plunger, with flat on tail
stock mating with flat surface on hub.
(6)Install “0”ring over tail stock and into “V”
groove formed by tail stock and hub (Fig. 11 insert).
(7)Lower power piston assembly over tail stock
and control hub and seat. Using Tool C-3984, turn
control hub counterclockwise to lock in place (Fig.
16).
(8) Install lever assembly in control hub with
rubber segments toward control hub.
(9) Slide reaction cone over push rod (Fig. lo), then
SNAP R I N PLIERS
~ NN16
install retainer. Install two plastic guides on push rod.
Fig. 12-Rernoving or Indulling Plunger Retainer Install push rod assembly in valve hub so that push
rod indexes in valve plunger (Fig. 9).
rubber valve then install spring retainer on plunger, (10)Slide two bellows support rings over bellows
with flange toward spring (Fig. 14). and down into position in two larger folds (Fig. 17).
(3) Install control valve plunger into control hub
(11) Slide bellows over control hub until lip of
bellows slides into recess of hub (Fig. 8). Secure
bellows on hub by using a new clamp on diaphragm
end of bellows (Fig. 17).
(12)Assemble rear seal into rear cover (Fig. 6) and
position diaphragm, control valve components, and
bellows as an assembly into rear cover (Fig. 17).
(13) Install rubber grommet in front cover with
larger diameter side on outside of unit. Install check
valve assembly through grommet.
(14) Assemble front cover to rear cover. (Make sure
lip of diaphragm is evenly positioned on retaining
radius of front and rear covers.) Now, pull front lip
\
ROUND HOLE
FLAT ON HUB ~ ~ 1 of7 bellows through front cover and position evenly
around diameter of hole (Fig. 5).
Fig. 134ontrol Housing and Plunger Assembly (15) Install clamp band over lips of front cover and
c BRAKES 5-33

RUBBER "0"RING

SPRING SEAT

SPRING
FIBRE WASHER

PLUNGER

RUBBER VALVE
NNl9

Fig. 15-Plunger Assembly (Exploded View)


rear cover. Align scribe lines, compress assembly to- up position).
gether, and secure with clamp band bolt (Fig. 4). Tap (19) Install master cylinder on power brake.
clamp band with a fibre hammer around its circum- Tighten mounting nuts to 100 inch-pounds.
ference as bolt is being tightened. Tighten to 10 Be sure power brake output push rod is set to
inch-pounds (Min.). correct length. With power brake attached to dash
(16) Install rubber boot to input push rod and as- panel and vacuum supplied to the unit, the master
semble plastic retainer to end of rod. Insert rod into cylinder should compensate (force jet of fluid up
plunger so that retainer engages groove in plunger. through compensation ports) or push rod should
Install lip of boot in groove of rear seal. measure from .920 to .910 inches from face of filter
(17) Position air filter in plastic filter cover then retainer to tip of output push rod. (The filter must be
snap cover and filter on metal hub with filter between
(Fig. 3).
(18) Assemble cover, filter, and retainer assembly
to unit with metal retainer against cover. (Filter in
CONTROL HUB. & SPECIAL TOOL

POWER PISTON ASSEMBLY NN20

Fig. 16-lnotalling Control Hub on Power Piston Fig. 17-Bellows Installed on Power Piston
5-34 BRAKES 0

bolted down with 100 inch pounds of torque.) (Fig.


18).
INSTALLING THE POWER BRAKE
(1) Install power brake and linkage assembly into
dash panel. Tighten attaching nuts 200 inch-pounds.
(2) Connect brake lines and vacuum hose.
(3) Install push rod to brake pedal attaching bolt
PUSH ROD NP94
and nut, and tighten to 30 foot-pounds. Install linkage
lower pivot bolt and nut. Tighten to 30 foot pounds.
Fig. 18-Push Rod Measurement (4) Refill master cylinder attach lines and bleed
brakes.

POWER BRAKE-BENDIX
GENERAL INFORMATION
The single diaphragm type power brake (Fig. 1) operating rod through the brake pedal linkage.
is a self contained vacuum hydraulic power braking The control valve is of a single poppet type valve
unit. It is of the vacuum suspended type which utilizes with the atmospheric port and a vacuum port. The
engine intake manifold vacuum and atmospheric vacuum port seat is a part of the valve body attached
pressure for its power. This type of units does not to the diaphragm assembly. The atmospheric port is a
require a vacuum reservoir. part of the valve plunger which moves within the
The Bendix Power Brake Unit can be identified by valve housing and vacuum power diaphragm as-
the twist lock method of attaching the housing and sembly.
cover together. A hydraulic master cylinder which contains all
The basic elements of the vacuum unit are as fol- of the elements of the standard brake master cylinder
lows: except for the special hydraulic push rod which is a
A mechanically actuated control valve integral part of the power brake.
with the vacuum power diaphragms, controls the de- CAUTION: Do not attempt to adiurt the hydraulic
gree of power brake application or release in accord- push rod.

pIE
ance with the foot pressure applied to the valve
CONTCT0,R
CLAMP (2)

\ \ I

1:
A

GASKET

I
c
\
ACTUATOR/ "

NUT AND- WASHER


w ASSEMBLY (4)

I \ 'NUT

TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER


(DRUM BRAKE)
AND WASHERASSEMBLY
CREW AND WASHER ASSEMBLY

NP293

Fig. 1-Power Brake Assembly (Bendix) Drum Type Brakes


0 BRAKES 5-35

SERVICE PROCEDURES
REMOVING THE POWER BRAKE INSTALLING THE POWER BRAKE
(1) Disconnect brake lines from master cylinder. (1) Install master cylinder on power brake.
(2) Disconnect vacuum line from check valve. (2) Insert brake link through brake support and
install four attaching washers and nuts.
(3) From under instrument panel, remove nut and
(3) Install attaching bolt and nut through power
bolt from power brake link and brake pedal.
brake link and brake pedal.
(4) From under instrument panel remove four (4) Attach vacuum hose to check valve.
brake unit attaching nuts and washers. (5) Attach brake lines to master cylinder.
(5) Withdraw brake unit and master cylinder as- (6) Fill and bleed master cylinder and bleed brakes.
sembly from brake support bracket. (7) Inspect adjustment of stop light switch.
(6) Remove four. master cylinder attaching nuts CAUTION: Do not attempt to disassemble brake
and washers and remove master cylinder from power booster as this unit will be serviced by Manufacturer's
brake. Service Station.

POWER BRAKE-BENDIX
GENERAL INFORMATION
The tandem diaphragm type power brake (Fig. 1) sure for its power. This type of units does not re-
is a self contained vacuum hydraulic power braking quire a vacuum reservoir.
unit. It is of the vacuum suspended type which utilizes The Bendix Power Brake Unit can be identified by
engine intake manifold vacuum and atmospheric pres- the crimped edge method of attaching the housing
CHECK VALVE DIAPHRAGM
\

CENTER PLATE
ND423A
Fig. I-Power Brake Assembly (Bendix) Disc Brakes
5-36 BRAKES 0

and cover together. with the atmospheric port and a vacuum port. The
The basic elements of the vacuum unit are as fol- vacuum port seat is a part of the valve body attached
lows: to the diaphragm assembly. The atmospheric port is a
(a) The vacuum power chamber consists of a front part of the valve plunger which moves within the
and rear shell, a center plate, front and rear dia- valve housing and vacuum power diaphragm as-
phragm, hydraulic push-rod and a vacuum diaphragm sembly.
return spring. (c) A hydraulic master cylinder which contains all
@) A mechanically actuated control valve integral of the elements of the standard brake master cylinder
with the vacuum power diaphragms, controls the de- except for the special hydraulic push rod which is a
gree of power brake application or release in accord- part of the power brake.
ance with the foot pressure applied to the valve CAUTION: Do not attempt to adjust the hydraulic
operating rod through the brake pedal linkage. push rod.
The control valve is of a single poppet type valve

REMOVING THE POWER BRAKE INSTALLING THE POWER BRAKE


(1) Disconnect brake lines from master cylinder. (1) Install master cylinder on power brake.
(2) Disconnect vacuum line from check valve. (2) Insert brake push rod through brake support
(3) From under instrument panel, remove push rod
and install four attaching washers and nuts.
(3) Install push rod attaching bolt and nut through
nut and bolt from power brake and brake pedal.
push rod and brake pedal.
(4) From under instrument panel RrnOve four (4) Attach vacuum hose to check valve.
brake unit attaching nuts and washers. (5) Attach brake lines to master cylinder.
(5) Withdraw brake unit and master cylinder as- (6) Fill and bleed master cylinder and bleed brakes.
sembly from brake support bracket. (7) Inspect adjustment of stop light switch.
(6) Remove four master cylinder attaching nuts CAUTION: Do not attempt to disassemble brake
and washers and remove master cylinder from power booster as this unit will be serviced by Manufacturer’s
brake. Service Station.

KELSEY-HAYES DISC BRAKES


INDEX
Page Page
Assembling the Caliper ........................ 44 General Information .......................... 36
Assembling the Master Cylinder ............... 59 Installing the Brake Disc and Hub .............. 45
Bleeding the Disc Brake ...................... 46 Installing the Caliper ......................... 45
Brake Shoe Installation ....................... 42 Installing the Master Cylinder ................. 60
Brake Shoe Removal .......................... 41 Removing the Braking Disc and Hub .......... 45
Cleaning and Inspection (Master Cylinder) ...... 59 Removing the Caliper ......................... 42
Disassembling the Caliper ..................... 43 Removing the Master Cylinder ................. 58
Disassembling the Master Cylinder ............. 58 Routine Main tena nce--30,000 Miles ............ 38
Disc Brake Service Precautions ................ 39 Service Diagnosis ............................. 40
GENERAL INFORMATION
The disc brake (Fig. 1) is a fixed caliper, opposed seals, positioned in grooves machined in the cylinder
piston, nonenergized, ventilated disc type, actuated bores, which provide hydraulic sealing between the
by the hydraulic system. There is no lateral move- pistons (Fig. 2), and the cylinder bores.
ment of either the disc or the caliper. The caliper as- The cylinders are connected hydraulically by
sembly consists of two caliper housings, bolted to- means of internal passages in the caliper housings
gether. Each half contains two cylinder bores of 1-5/8 and by an external transfer tube between the two
inch diameter. Each cylinder contains a seal, piston halves of the caliper assembly. A bleeder screw and a
and externally attached molded rubber dust boot to fluid inlet fitting are provided on each caliper assem-
seal the cylinder more from contamination. The pis- bly (Fig. 1).
tons are sealed by “rectangular section” rubber piston The shoe and lining assemblies are located between
0 BRAKES 5-37

I WHEEL
BRAKlF ~ --

BLEED SCREW-

VUT LOCK
EXTERNAL TRANSFER-
TUBE

CALIPER
ASSEMBLY
- -COTTER

-GREASE CAP
PIN

-SPECIAL WHEEL
14x430 J

DISC HUB’

NN423A

Fig. 1-Disc Brake Assembly-Right Front (Sectional View)


parallel machined abutments within the caliper, (Fig. tion of the brake pedal as hydraulic pressure from the
3) and are supported radiady by “ears” on the outer master cylinder to the system applies pressure to the
ends of the shoe assemblies. The shoes slide axially in co-axially aligned caliper pistons forcing the linings
the abutments and ride on machined ledges (bridges) against both sides of the braking disc, thus applying
when hydraulic pressure is applied to the pistons. The the brakes. During brake application, the piston seals
lining assembly consists of organic friction material, are deflected by the hydraulic pressure (Fig. 5). When
bonded to a metal plate called the shoe, and is re- the pressure is released, the seals relax or retract,
placed as a unit. Brake torque is absorbed by the pulling the pistons back from the shoe and lining as-
reaction of the shoe end against the caliper abutments. semblies approximately .005”. (This reaction is called
Two spring clips inserted in the top opening of the “seal retraction” and provides the required running
caliper act as shoe anti rattle springs. The caliper is clearance as the linings relieve their force on the
mounted directly to the front wheel spindle and at disc.) Inherent disc runout also contributes to main-
the rear of the wheel’s vertical centerline (Fig. 4). taining running clearance. Automatic adjustment is
The cast iron braking disc is of the ventilated type achieved by the pistons sliding outward from the cyl-
and incorporates forty cooling fins. This increases the inder bore as the lining wears. The piston assumes
cooling area and permits circulation of air through a new position relative to the seal and maintains the
the disc, resulting in more rapid cooling of the brake. correct adjustment location at all times (Fig. 5).
The disc is attached to the wheel hub by five flathead There is no residual pressure in the disc brake
serrated bolts. The outside diameter of the disc is hydraulic system since the residual pressure valve
11.04 inches and the inside is 6.91 inches. A splash normally used in drum brake system is located in
shield bolted to the spindle is used to prevent road the front outlet port of the master cylinder. (See
contaminates from contacting the inboard side of the Master Cylinder Section of this Group).
disc and lining surfaces (Fig. 4). The wheel, itself, The hydraulic system contains a proportioning
provides protection for the outboard surface of the valve between the master cylinder and the rear brake
disc. wheel cylinders which provides balanced braking ac-
Braking action begins immediately upon applica- tion between the front and rear brakes under a wide
5-38 BRAKES 0

PISTON PISTON DUST


\ SEAL R n n i

BLEED
SCREW

CALIPER
(OUTER)

-c, LOCKWASHER

BRIDGE
BOLT

LINING ASSEMBLY N N 4 24 A

Fig. 2-Disc Brake Caliper Assembly (Sectional View)


range of braking conditions. The valve regulates the mum thickness and the vehicle should be returned to
hydraulic pressure applied to the rear wheel cyl- the dealer for relining of the brakes. This device is not
inders, thus limiting rear braking action when high detrimental to the function of the braking disc.
pressures are required at the front brakes. In this
manner, premature rear wheel skid is prevented. RO UTINE MA1NTENANCE-12,OOO MILES
An additional feature of this disc brake system is a
"tell-tale" tab sounding device which indicates when Check Brake lines and linings
replacement of the shoe and lining assemblies are Raise all four wheels. Remove one of the front
required (Fig. 3). The tabs located on the shoes create wheel and tire assemblies and insDect the brakir
an audible metallic scraping noise from the brake by
metal to metal contact on the braking disc. This
warns the driver that the lining - has worn to a mini-
"TELL T
PISTON TAB

Fla. %Disc Brake Piston, Shoe and Linina Assembhr Fig. &Disc Brake Caliper Mounting
0 BRAKES 5-39
ing disc clearance, remove the wheel and tire assem-
P I S T O N G N T R BORE CALIPER bly. Insert a feeler gauge between the lining and the
HOUSING
PISTON SEAL PISTON SEAL braking disc. Ordinarily, the clearance should be .003
BRAKE BRAKE PRESSURE
F to .006 inch. However, if the vehicle was stopped by a
brake application just prior to checking the clearance,
it is considered normal for the brakes to drag slightly.

Brake Roughness
The most common cause of brake chatter on disc
w - brakes is a variation in thickness of disc. If rough-
DUST BOOT NN427A
ness or vibration is encountered during highway
operation or if pedal pumping is experienced at low
Fig. 5-Piston Seal Function for Automatic speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness varia-
Adjustment tion. To check for this condition, measure the disc at
disc, caliper and linings. (The wheel bearings should 12 (twelve) points with a micrometer at a radius
be inspected at this time and repacked if necessary.) approximately one inch (1”) from edge of disc. If
The caliper must be removed to inspect and pack the thickness measurements vary by more than .0005
inner wheel bearing. inch the disc should be replaced with a new one.
Do not get oil or grease on the disc or the linings. If
the linings are worn to within .030 inch of the surface Braking Disc Runout
of the shoe, replace both sets of shoe and lining as- Excessive lateral runout of the braking disc will
semblies (inboard and outboard) on the front wheels. cause a “knocking back” of the pistons, which will
It is recommended that both front wheel sets be re create increased pedal travel and vibration when the
placed whenever a respective shoe and lining is worn brakes are applied.
or damaged. Before checking the runout, the wheel bearing end
If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through play should be eliminated by tightening the adjusting
the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit. nut. The readiustment is very important and will be
required at the completion of the test to prevent bear-
Shoe and Lining Wear ing failure. After tightening the adjusting nut, be
If a visual inspection does not adequately deter- sure that the braking disc can still be rotated.
mine the condition of the lining, a physical check will Dial indicator C-3339 should be clamped to the
be necessary. steering knuckle so that the stylus contacts the brak-
To check the amount of lining wear, remove the ing disc at a point approximately one (1)inch from
wheel and tire assembly, the spring clips and the the outer edge, (Fig. 15). Rotate the disc and check
shoe and lining assemblies (see “Brake Shoe Removal” the indicator reading. The maximum total indicator
paragraph). Three (3) thickness measurements with reading on the gauge should not exceed .0025 inch. If
a micrometer should be taken across the middle sec- the reading exceeds this specification, the disc should
tion of the shoe and lining; one reading at each side be replaced. Do not attempt to refinish a disc that
and one reading in the center. When an assembly has indicates runout in excess of the specification.
worn to a thickness of .180 inch, it should be replaced.
If shoes do not require replacement, reinstall making DISC BRAKE SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
sure to replace to their original inner and outer
positions (see “Brake Shoe Installation” paragraph). (1) Grease or any other foreign material must be
When shoe and lining replacement is required, a kept off the caliper assembly, surfaces of the braking
“scraping” noise from the front brakes will be heard. disc and external surfaces of the hub, during service
This noise is metal-to-metal contact between the tabs procedures. Handling the braking disc and caliper
on the shoe assemblies and the braking disc. When should be done in a way to avoid deformation of the
the noise becomes audible to the driver, the lining has braking disc and nicking or scratching the brake
worn to the metal tabs and the brakes must be re- linings.
lined. The contact between the metal tab and disc will (2) If inspection reveals the square sectioned
not affect the functioning of the disc brake system, rubber piston seals are worn or damaged, they should
but continued use until lining is completely worn be replaced immediately.
away will cause disc damage. (3) During removal and installation of a wheel and
tire assembly, exercise care so as not to interfere with
Running Clearance or damage the bleeder screw or the transfer tube.
To check the shoe and lining assembly to the brak- (4) The front wheel bearing end play is important
5-40 BRAKES 0

and must be within specifications. should not be disturbed, unless servicing of caliper
(5) Be sure vehicle is centered on the hoist before assembly is required.
servicing any of front end components to avoid (8) Riding brake pdal (common l e f t foot applica-
bending or damaging disc splash shield on full right tion) should be avoided during vehicle operation.
or left wheel turns. (9) The wheel, tire, hub and disc assembly cannot
(6) Before vehicle is moved after any brake serv- be removed as an assembly. The caliper assembly
ice work, be sure and obtain a firm brake pedal. must be removed before removal of hub and disc as-
(7) The assembly bolts of two caliper housings sembly.

DISC BRAKE SERVICE DIAGNOSIS


Condition Possible Cause Correction
EXCESSIVE PEDAL Rear brake adjustment required. (a) Check and adjust rear brakes.
TRAVEL Air leak, or insufficient fluid in sys- (b) Check system for leaks.
tem or caliper.
Warped or excessively tapered shoe (c) Install new shoe and linings.
and lining assembly.
Excessive disc runout. (d) Check disc for runout with dial indi-
cator. Install new disc.
Loose wheel bearing adjustment. (e) Readjust wheel bearings to specified
torque.
Improper brake fluid (boil). (f) Drain and install correct fluid.
Damaged caliper piston seal. (g) Install new piston seal.
BRAKE ROUGHNESS OR Excessive out-of-paraIle1ism of brak- (a) Check disc for runout with dial indi-
CHATTER (Pedal ing disc. cator. Install new disc.
Pulsating) Rear brake drums out-of-round. (b) Loosen and retorque wheel nuts to
specifications.
Excessive lateral r‘unout of braking (c) Check disc for lateral runout with
disc. dial indicator. Install new disc.
Excessive front bearing clearance. (d) Readjust wheel bearings to specified
torque.
Rear brake drums distorted by im- (e) Check drums for out-of-round and re-
proper tightening of nuts. grind if necessary.
EXCESSIVE PEDAL Power brake malfunction. (a) Check and correct power unit.
EFFORT Frozen or seized pistons. (b) Disassemble caliper and free up pis-
tons. Clean parts.
Shoe and lining worn below .15511. (c) Install new shoe and linings.
(Lining only-.30”.)
Brake fluid, oil or grease on linings. (d) Install new shoe linings as required.
Incorrect Iining. (e) Remove lining and install correct lin-
ing.
PULL Loose ca Iipers. (a) Tighten caliper mounting bolts from
45 to 60 ft. pounds.
(b) Frozen or seized pistons. (b) Disassemble caliper and free up pis-
tons.
(c) Rear brake pistons sticking. (c) Free up rear brake pistons.
(d) Front end out of alignment. (d) Check and align front end.
(e) Broken rear spring. (e) Install new rear spring.
(f) Out-of-round rear drums. (f) Check and regrind drums if neces-
sa ry.
(g) Incorrect tire pressure. (g) Inflate tires to recommended pres-
sures.
(h) Brake fluid, oil or grease on linings. (h) Install new shoe and linings.
(i) Restricted hose or line. (i) Check hoses and lines and correct as
necessary.
(j) Rear brakes out of adjustment. (j) Adjust rear brakes.
(k) Unmatched linings. (k) Install correct lining.
(I) Distorted brake shoes. (I) Install new brake shoes.
NOISE Groan-Brake noise emanating when slowly releasing brakes (creep--groan)
(a) Not detrimental to function of disc brakes-no corrective action re-
qui red.
0 BRAKES 5-41
Condition Possible Cause Correction
(Indicate to operator this noise may be eliminated by slightly increasing
or decreasing brake pedal efforts).
Rattle-Brake noise or rattle emanating a t low speeds on rough roads, (front wheels
only).
(a) Excessive clearance between shoe (a) Install new shoe and lining assem-
and caliper. blies.
Scraping- (a) Loose wheel bearings. (a) Readjust wheel bearings to correct
specifications.
(b) Braking disc rubbing housing. (b) Check for rust or mud buildup on cali-
per mounting and bridge bolt tight-
ness.
(c) Mounting bolts too long. (c) Install mounting bolts of correct
length.
FRONT BRAKES HEAT UP (a) Residual pressure valve in master (a) Remove valve from cylinder.
DURING DRIVING AND cy1inder.
FAIL TO RELEASE (b) Frozen or seized piston. (b) Disassemble caliper, hone cylinder
bore, clean seal groove and install
new pistons, seals and boots.
(c) Operator riding brake pedal. (c) Instruct owner how to drive with disc
brakes.
(d) Sticking pedal linkage. (d) Free up sticking pedal linkage.
(e) Power brake malfunction. (e) Check and correct power unit.
LEAKY WHEEL CYLINDER (a) Corroded bore. (a) Hone bore and replace boots.
(b) Damaged or worn caliper piston seal. (b) Disassemble caliper and install new
seal.
(c) Scores or corrosion on surface of pis- (c) Disassemble caliper and hone cyl-
ton. inder bore. If neccessary, install new
pistons.
GRABBING OR UNEVEN (a) Causes listed under “Pull.” (a) Corrections listed under “Pull.”
BRAKING ACTION (b) Power brake malfunction. (b) Check and correct power unit.
BRAKE PEDAL CAN BE (a) Air in hydraulic system or improper (a) Bleed system.
DEPRESSED WITHOUT bleeding procedure.
BRAKING EFFECT (b) Leak in system or caliper. (b) Check for leak and repair as required.
(c) Pistons pushed back in cylinder bores (c) Reposition brake shoe and lining as-
during servicing of caliper (shoe and semblies. Depress pedal a second
lining not properly positioned). time and if condition persists, check
following causes:
(d) Leak past piston cups in master cyl- (d) Recondition master cylinder.
inder.
(e) Damaged piston seal in one or more (e) Disassemble caliper and replace pis-
of cylinders. ton seals as required.
(f) Leak in rear brake cylinder. (f)Hone cylinder bore. Install new pis-
ton cylinder cups.
(g) Rear brakes out of adjustment (g) Adjust rear brakes.
(h) Bleeder screw open. (h) Close bleeder screw and bleed en-
tire system.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
BRAKE SHOE REMOVAL ward (Fig. 6). Due to a ridge of rust that may build up
on rotor surface outside of lining contact area, it may
To remove the disc brake shoe and lining assembly, be necessary to force piston back slightly into bores.
(Fig. l), proceed as follows: Pistons can’be forced back into bores by forcing shoe
(1) Raise vehicle on a hoist or jackstands. back with a water pump pliers placed on corner of the
(2) Remove wheel covers, and wheel and t i r e as- shoe and caliper housing (Fig.6).
sembly. Check the caliper seal for leaks (evident by fluid
(3) Remove anti-rattle spring assemblies. moisture around the cavity) and for any damage to
(4) Using two pair of pliers, grasp tabs on outer the piston dust boot. Wipe the cavity clean (between
ends of shoes, remove shoe and lining by pulling out- the inner and outer caliper housings) with a shop
using same procedure as described above.

I (4) Place anti-rattle spring assemblies in position


on caliper.
(5) Pump brake pedal several times until a firm
pedal has been obtained and shoe and lining have
been properly seated.
(6) Install wheel and tire. Tighten wheel stud nuts
BRAKE SHOE to 55 foot-pounds. Install wheel cover.
AND LINING ASSY
(7) Check and refill master cylinder reservoir with
brake fluid as required.
CAUTION: Road test the vehicle and make several
heavy 40 m.p.h. stops to wear off any foreign material
on the brakes and to seat the linings. The vehicle may
pull to one side or the other if this is not done. (It
should not be necessary to bleed the system after
shoe and lining removal and installation.)
Fig. 6-Removing Brake Shoe and Lining

towel. Check the piston dust boot for proper seating REMOVING THE CALIPER
in the piston bore and the caliper housing. If exces-
sive fluid moisture is evident, it will be necessary to Should it become necessary to remove the caliper
install a new piston seal and piston dust boot. (Refer for installation of a new piston seal or boot, (Fig. 4),
to “Disassembling the Caliper” paragraph.) proceed as follows:
(1) Raise car on hoist or jackstands.
BRAKE SHOE INSTALLATION (2) Remove wheel cover and wheel and tire as-
sembly.
(1) Push all pistons back into their bores until (3) Disconnect front brake flexible hose from brake
bottomed to allow for installation of new thick shoes. tube at frame mounting bracket. (Plug brake tube to
This can be done by placing a flat sided metal bar or prevent loss of fluid.)
tool against piston and exerting a steady force until (4) Remove bolts that attach caliper assembly to
bottomed. This will cause fluid to rise in the reservoir steering knuckle. Should it become necessary to in-
so be sure and remove a quantity of fluid from the stall a new flexible brake hose on a disc brake
reservoir before hand. equipped vehicle, scribe a mark on hose bracket on
(2) Slide new shoe and lining into caliper with ears side where hose enters, and position of hose retaining
of shoe resting on bridges of caliper (Fig. 7). Be sure clip underneath (Fig. 4). Be sure at reassembly, that
shoe is fully seated and lining is facing disc.) open end of retaining clip is facing out and away
(3) Slide remaining shoe and lining into caliper,

DISC
NN431A

Fig. 7-Installing Brake Shoes and Lining Fig. 8-Removing or Installing Disc Brake Caliper
0 BRAKES 5-43

OUTER CALIPER HOUSING

BRAKE SHOE AND LINING ASSEMBLY

INNER CALIPER HOUSING

TRANSFER TUBE
NN64A

Fig. 9-Caliper Assembly (Exploded View)


from caliper. (7) Using a small pointed wooden or plastic tool,
(5) Slowly slide caliper assembly up and away from remove piston seals from groove in cylinder bore (Fig.
brake disc (Fig. 8 ) and remove to bench for disas- 12). Discard old seals. (Use care so as not to scratch
sembly. bore or the seal groove.)

DISASSEMBLING THE CALIPER CLEANING AND INSPECTION


To disassemble the caliper for the installation of Clean all parts in brake fluid and wipe dry, using
new parts (Fig. 9), proceed as follows: clean, lint free, shop towels. Using an air hose, blow
(1) Remove anti-rattle spring assemblies. Remove out the drilled passages and bores. Check the dust
jumper tube (armored) at caliper. boots for punctures or tears. If punctures or tears are
(2) Mount caliper assembly in a vise equipped with evident, new boots should be installed at reassembly.
protector jaws. (Use caliper mounting lugs.) Remove Inspect the piston bores in both housings for scoring
transfer tube. or pitting. Install a new piston if it is pitted, scored or
(3) Remove shoe and lining assemblies. the chrome plating is worn off. Bores that show
(4) Remove bridge bolts that hold two halves' of
caliper together. (Make sure at reassembly that these
two bolts are used and tightened to correct torque.)
Separate assemblies.
(5) Peel dust boot out and away from caliper hous-
ing retainer and out of piston groove (Fig. 10). Re-
move remaining dust boots in same manner.
(6) Using Tool C-3999, remove each of pistons (Fig.
11).Care must be used so as not to scratch, burr or
otherwise damage piston on outside diameter. To do
so effects sealing qualities of piston. Draw piston
straight out of its bore. If a piston becomes cocked, NN432A
removal is more difficult and piston or bore may be
damaged. Fig. IO-Removing Dud Boot from Pidon and Caliper
5-44 BRAKES 0

Fig. Id-Honing Piston Bores

proceed as follows:
(1) Clamp inner caliper half in a vise (with protec-
tor jaws) by mounting lugs.
(2) Dip new piston seals in clean brake fluid and
install in caliper grooves. The seal should be posi-
\ 7 ASSEMBLY NN433A tioned at one area in groove and gently worked
around cylinder bore with a finger until properly
Fig. II-Removing Pistons from Caliper seated. Never use an old piston seal. (Be sure seals are
light scratches or corrosion, can usually be cleaned not twisted or rolled.)
with crocus cloth. However, bores that have deep (3) Coat outside diameter of pistons with clean
scratches or scoring may be honed, using Tool C-3993, brake fluid and install them in cylinder bores (Fig. 14),
providing the diameter of the bore is not increased with open end of piston and boot retaining groove
more than .002 inch. Jf the bore does not clean up facing out of cylinder.
within this specification, a new caliper housing should (4) Position piston squarely in bore and apply slow
be installed. (Black stains on the bore walls are caused steady pressure until piston is positioned. If piston
by the piston seals and will do no harm.) will not position itself, remove piston and check posi-
When using hone C-3993 (Fig. 13) b sure and in- tion of seal for proper position in groove.
stall the hone baffle before honing bore. The baffle is (5) Install a new dust boot in position over caliper
used to protect the hone stones from damage. After retaining ring and in groove in piston. Be sure dust
honing the bore carefully, clean the seal groove with boot is properly seated. Install new remaining dust
a stiff non-metallic rotary brush. boots in same manner.
Use extreme care in cleaning the caliper after hon- (6) Install caliper half on one clamped in vise, then
ing. Remove all dust and grit by flushing the caliper install assembly bolts (bridge bolts) and tighten from
with brake fluid; wipe dry with a clean lintless cloth 70 to 80 foot-pounds. (Under no condition should
and then clean a second time in the same manner. these bolts be substituted or replaced by an inferior
bolt. The use of bolts other than those specified for
ASSEMBLING THE CALIPER
To reassemble the disc brake caliper, (Fig. 9),

NN434A

Fig. 12-Removing Piston Seals from Caliper Fig. 14-Installing Pistons in Caliper
n BRAKES 5-45
this purpose, could cause a caliper failure resulting (5) ”Pump“ brake pedal several times to actuate
in an accident. piston seals and position shoe and lining assemblies.
(7) Install transfer tube and tighten securely. (Be (6) After assembling caliper unit be sure and check
sure tube is under protective eyebrow.) for fluid tightness under maximum pedal pressures.
(8) Install bleeder screw but do not tighten. (Recheck master cylinder reservoir level.) Check and
be sure that lower shock absorber mounting bolt has
INSTALLING THE CALIPER been installed from rear and nut toward front of ve-
hicle. This i s important. (Fig. 4).
Before installing the caliper assembly over the
(7) Install wheel and tire assembly and tighten
brake disc, check the disc for runout and thickness wheel stud nuts to 55 foot-pounds. This is important.
variation. Mount a dial indicator (Fig. 15) and check Install wheel cover.
the lateral runout. Runout should not exceed .0025 (8) Remove jackstands or lower hoist.
inch. If runout exceeds the specified figure, remove
the disc and install a new one. (Be sure the wheel CAUTION: Road test the vehicle and make several
bearings are adjusted to zero lash during this check.) heavy 40 MPH stops to wear off any foreign material
Readjust wheel bearings after check. on the brakes and to seat the linings. The vehicle may
Thickness variation of the disc, measure the disc pull to one side or the other if this is not done.
at 12 (twelve points with a micrometer at a radius
approximately one inch (1”)from edge of disc. If REMOVING THE BRAKING DISC AND H U B
thickness measurements vary by more than .0005
inch, the disc should be replaced with a new one. Should it become necessary to remove the braking
(1) Install caliper assembly over disc and align disc for installation of a new disc, proceed as follows:
mounting holes. Install mounting bolts and tighten (1) Remove wheel cover and wheel and tire as-
from 45 to 60 foot-pounds. A check should be made to sembly.
be sure that braking disc runs squarely and centrally (2) Remove caliper assembly as described under
within caliper opening. There should be approximate- “Removing Caliper” paragraph, (but do not discon-
ly .090 to .120 inch clearance between outside dia- nect brake line). Suspend caliper from wire hook or
meter of braking disc and caliper. There should also loop to avoid strain on hose and damage to transfer
be a minimum of ,050 inch from either disc face to tube.
machined groove in outboard caliper. (3) Remove grease cup, cotter pin, nut lock, nut,
(2) Install shoe and lining assemblies between cali- thrust washer and outer wheel bearing.
per and braking disc. (4) Pull disc and hub off wheel spindle.
(3) Install anti rattle springs in position on cali-
per. INSTALLING THE BRAKING DISC AND H U B
(4) Open bleeder screw, then reconnect brake line
at caliper housing. Allow caliper to fill with brake (1) Slide brake disc and hub assembly on spindle.
fluid; then, close bleeder screw. (Be sure all air bub- (2) Install outer bearing, thrust washer, and nut.
bles have escaped; bleeding caliper.) Replenish brake (3) Tighten wheel bearing adjusting nut to 90
fluid in master cylinder. inch-pounds while rotating hub and disc.
(4) Position lock nut on nut with one pair of slots in
line with cotter pin hole.
(5) Back off adjusting nut and lock assembly on
slot then install cotter pin. The resulting adjustment
should be zero (no preload) end play. (This is very
important, when checking disc runout.)
(6) Install a dial indicator C-3339 (Fig. 15) and
check runout of disc on both sides. The runout should
not exceed .0025 inch. Readjust wheel bearing clear-
ance after checking braking disc runout.
(7) Clean grease cap, coating inside with wheel
grease (do not fill) and install cap.
(8) Install caliper assembly as described in “Install-
ing the Caliper” paragraph.
NN437 (9) Install wheel and tire assembly and wheel
cover.
Fig. 15-Checking Braking Disc Runaut (10) Remove jackstands or lower hoist.
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(1) Road test vehicle as described in “Brake Shoe (6)Remove jackstands or lower hoist.
Installation” paragraph.
BLEEDING THE DISC BRAKE
REMOVING THE SPLASH SHIELD
The disc brake hydraulic system can be bled
Should it become necessary to remove the braking (preferably) with pressure bleeding equipment. On
disc splash shield because of damage or the installa- disc brake equipped vehicles, the brake pedal will
tion of the steering knuckle, proceed as follows: require more pumping, and frequent checking of the
(1)Raise vehicle on a hoist or jackstands. fluid level in the master cylinder during the bleeding
(2) Remove wheel cover and wheel and tire as- operation, if pressure bleeding equipment is not used.
sembly. It will be necessary to remove the front wheel and
(3) Remove caliper assembly, as described under tire assemblies in order to gain access to the bleeder
“Removing Caliper” paragraph. Do not disconnect screw, located on the outboard caliper housing at the
brake line. top. (Fig. 1).
(4) Remove grease cup, cotter pin, nut lock, nut, Never use brake fluid that has been drained from
thrust washer and outer wheel bearing. the hydraulic system, when bleeding the brakes.
(5) Pull braking disc and hub off wheel spindle.
(6) Remove bolts that attach splash shield (Fig. 16) On vehicles equipped with disc brakes, be sure that
to steering knuckle. the disc brake pistons are returned to their normal
positions and,that the shoe and lining assemblies are
INSTALLING THE SPLASH SHIELD properly seated.
Before driving the vehicle, check the operation of
To install the braking disc splash shield, (Fig. 16), the brakes to be sure that a firm pedal has been ob-
proceed as follows: tained.
(1) Position styrafoam gasket and install splash (1) Remove wheel covers, then raise vehicle using a
shield in position on steering knuckle, with cutout hoist or jackstands.
section toward rear. (2) Remove wheel and tire assemblies.
(2) Align mounting holes and install attaching (3) Bleed the front brakes first, then proceeding
bolts. Tighten to 17 inch-pounds. to the right rear and left rear in order.
(3) Reinstall braking disc and hub assembly. Install After bleeding the brakes, proceed as follows:
outer bearing, thrust washer and nut. Tighten front (1) Install wheel and tire assemblies, tightening
wheel bearing as described previously. Install nut wheel stud nuts to 55 foot-pounds.
lock, cotter pin and grease cap. (2) Install wheel covers.
(4) Install caliper assembly as described under “In- (3) Remove jackstands or lower hoist.
stalling Caliper” paragraph.
(5) Install wheel and tire. Tighten wheel stud nuts
(in a star pattern) to 30 foot-pounds, then to 55 foot-
pounds. Install wheel cover.

Fig. 16-Disc Splash Shield Mounting Fig. 17-Checking Proportioning Valve


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TESTING THE PROPORTIONING VALVE valve and remaining Gauge and “T” at output end of
valve and brake line. (Fig. 17). Be sure all joints are
When a premature rear wheel slide is obtained on fluid tight.
brake application, it usually is an indication that the (2) Have a helper exert pressure on brake pedal
fluid pressure to the rear brakes is above the reduc- (holding pressure). Obtain a reading on master cylin-
tion ratio for the rear line pressure and that a mal- der output of approximately 800 p.s.i.
function has occurred within the proportioning valve, (3) While pressure is being held as above, reading
which should be tested. on valve outlet Gauge should be 500-540 p.s.i.
To test the proportioning valve, proceed as follows: If the proportioning valve pressure readings do not
(1) Install one of Gauge Set C-4007 and “T” in meet the specifications, the valve should be removed
brake line between master cylinder and proportioning and a new valve installed.

BENDIX DISC BRAKES


INDEX
Page Page
Assembling the Caliper ........................ 55 General Information .......................... 47
Assembling the F(llaster Cylinder ............... 59 Installing the Braking Disc and Hub ........... 56
Bleeding the Disc: Brake ...................... Installing the Caliper .......................... 55
Installing the Master Cylinder ................. 60
56
Brake Shoe lnsta llation ....................... 52
Brake Shoe Remc)Val ............................
.- . . . 52
-- Removing
-Kemoving. . the
. Braking
.. Disc and Hub ........... 56
Cleaning and Inspection (Caliper) ............. 52 tne mliper ......................... 53
Cleaning and Inspection (Master Removing the Master Cylinder ................. 58
Cylinder) ................................... 59 Service Diagnosis ............................. 50
Disassembling the Caliper ..................... 53 Specif ica t ions ................................ 63
Disassembling the Master Cylinder ............ 58 Testing the Proportioning Valve ............... 57
Disc Brake Service Precautions ................ 48

GENERAL INFORMATION
The front wheel disc brake (Fig. 1) consists of a released, the hydraulic pressure is reduced and the
fixed caliper (inner and outer housing) two friction pistons relax. The compressed piston return spring
pads (brake lining), integrally molded to steel shoes, positions the brake shoes lightly against the disc,
four pistons, piston return springs, piston seals and ready for the next application.
dust boots. The brake disc is made from high grade The disc brake, having small friction segments
cast iron and has a series of air vent louvres to pro- operates on a small area of the braking disc surface,
vide for cooling of the disc. The splash shield that leaving a large proportion of the disc exposed to the
is bolted to the spindle is used to prevent road con- atmosphere which allows a maximum dissipation of
taminants from contacting the inboard side of the heat. The disc brake provides consistent performance
disc and lining surfaces (Fig. 2). The wheel, itself, even on frequent stops from high speed (Fig. 3).
provides protection for the outboard surface of the The disc brake automatically compensates for
disc. normal wear, since brake shoe lining brushes
The brake disc is mounted on the front wheel hub lightly against disc when brakes are not in use. Thus
by five bolts and is straddled by the caliper which is no adjustments are required. However, periodical
attached to the steering knuckIe by two bolts. Inserted inspection should be made to insure that lining does
between the pistons and the disc are shoe and lining not wear too thin. The shoes and lining should be
assemblies, which are held in position by parallel replaced when lining has worn to .030 inch. The rate
machined abutments within the caliper, (Fig. 17). and type of wear will vary considerably with driving
conditions.
The large diameter of the caliper pistons uses con-
Operation siderably more volume of fluid as compared to the
As the brake pedal is depressed, the hydraulic drum type servo brakes, and therefore it is necessary
pressure exerted in the system loads the pistons, to check the master cylinder fluid level more fre-
clamping the disc between the brake shoe pads with quently.
equal and opposite force. When the brake pedal is A dual tandem master cylinder is provided with
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HOUSING

NP53

Fig. I-Dlsc Brake Assembly

this system to enable driver to stop vehicle in event is prevented.


of a failure of either front or rear brakes.
The hydraulic system contains a proportioning DISC BRAKE SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
valve (rear brakes only) and a rear brake residual
pressure check valve. The proportioning valve and Check Brake Lines and Linings
residual valve are mounted on the inside frame rail Raise all four wheels. Remove one of the front
along with a brake line tube tee. (A “bleed down” wheel and tire assemblies and inspect the braking
check valve to allow slow fluid return with no residual disc, caliper and linings. (The wheel bearings should
pressure build-up is an internal part of master cyl- be inspected at this time and repacked if necessary.)
inder rear reservoir, which supplies front brakes.) The caliper must be removed to inspect and pack the
There is no hydraulic pressure to the calipers when inner wheel bearing.
brakes are not applied because there is no residual Do not get oil or grease on the disc or the linings.
pressure maintained in front brake system. (See Mas- If the linings are worn to within .030 inch of the sur-
ter Cylinder.) face of the shoe, replace both sets of shoe and lining
The proportioning valve (Fig. 19) provides balanced assemblies (inboard and outboard) on the front
braking action between the front and rear brakes wheels. It is recommended that both front wheel sets
under a wide range of braking conditions. The be replaced whenever a respective shoe and lining is
valve regulates the hydraulic pressure applied to the worn or damaged. Inspect, and if necessary, re-
rear wheel cylinders, thus limiting rear braking ac- place rear brake linings also.
tion when high pressures are required at the front If the caliper& cracked or fluid leakage through
brakes. In this manner, premature rear wheel skid the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.
0-

BE

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play should be eliminated by tightening the adjusting


nut. The readjustment is very important and will be
required at the completion of the test to prevent bear-
ing failure. After tightening the adjusting nut, be
sure that the braking disc can still be rotated.
Dial indicator C-3339 should be clamped to the
PISTO steering knuckle so that the stylus contacts the brak-
ing disc at a point approximately one (1) inch from
AND the outer edge, (Fig. 18). Rotate the disc and check
SSEMBLY the indicator reading. The maximum total indicator
PISTON BOOT NP54 reading on the gauge should not exceed .005 inch. If
the reading exceeds this specification, the disc should
Fig. 3 - D k Brake Piston and Shoe and Lining be replaced. Do not attempt to refinish a disc that
Assembly indicates runout in excess of the specification.
Shoe and Lining Wear (1) Grease or any other foreign material must be
If a visual inspection does not adequately deter- kept off the caliper assembly, surfaces of the braking
mine the condition of the lining, a physical check will disc and external surfaces of the hub, during service
be necessary. procedures. Handling the braking disc and caliper
To check the amount of lining wear, remove the should be done in a way to avoid deformation of the
wheel and tire assembly, the caliper assembly from braking disc and nicking or scratching the brake
knuckle then remove the shoe and lining assemblies linings.
(see “Brake Shoe Removal” paragraph). Three (3) (2) If inspection reveals the rubber piston seals
thickness measurements with a micrometer should are worn or damaged, they should be replaced immed-
be taken across the middle section of the shoe and iately.
lining; one reading at each side and one reading in (3) During removal and installation of a wheel and
the center. When a shoe and lining assembly has worn tire assembly, exercise care so as not to interfere with
to a thickness of .180 inch, it should be replaced. If or damage the caliper splash shield, the bleeder screw
shoes do not require replacement, reinstall making or the transfer tube.
sure to replace in their original inner and outer posi- (4)The front wheel bearing end play is important
tions (see “Brake Shoe Installation” paragraph). and must be within specifications.
(5) Be sure the vehicle is centered on the hoist
Brake Roughness before servicing any of the front end components to
The most common cause of brake chatter on disc avoid bending or damaging the disc splash shield on
brakes is a variation in thickness of disc. If roughness full right or left wheel turns.
or vibration is encountered during highway operation (6) Before the vehicle is moved after any brake
or if pedal pumping is experienced at low speeds, service work, be sure and obtain a firm brake pedal.
the disc may have excessive thickness variation. To (7) The assembly bolts of the two caliper housings
check for this condition, measure the disc at 12 should not be disturbed, unless the servicing of the
(twelve) points with a micrometer at a radius ap- caliper assembly is required.
proximately one inch (1”)from edge of disc. If thick- (8) Riding the brake pedal (common left foot appli-
ness measurements vary by more than .0005 inch cation) should be avoided during vehicle operation.
the disc should be replaced with a new one. (9)The wheel, tire, hub and disc assembly cannot
Excessive lateral runout of the braking disc may be removed as an assembly, The caliper assembly
cause a “knocking back” of the pistons, possibly must be removed before the removal of the hub and
creating increased pedal travel and vibration when disc assembly.
the brakes are applied. 14 x 5-1/2 JK wheels are used on disc brake
Before checking the runout, the wheel bearing end equipped vehicles.

DISC BRAKE SERVICE DIAGNOSIS


Condition Possible Cause Correction
EXCESSIVE PEDAL (a) Air, leak, or insufficient fluid in sys- (a) Check system for leaks.
TRAVEL tem or caliper.
(b) Excessive disc runout. (b) Check disc for runout wth dial indi-
cator. Install new disc.
(c) Improper brake fluid (boil). (c) Drain and install correct fluid.
/
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Condition Possible Cause Correction
(d) Rear brake adjustment required. (d) Check and adjust rear brakes.
(e) Warped or excessively tapered shoe (e) Install new shoe and linings.
and lining assembly.
(f) Loose wheel bearing adjustment (f) Readjust wheel bearings to specfied
torque.
(g) Damaged caliper piston seal. (g) Install new piston seal.
(h) Power brake malfuncton. (h) Check and correct power unit.
BRAKE ROUGHNESS OR (a) Excessive thickness variation of brak- (a) Check disc for runout with dial in-
CHATTER (PEDAL ing disc. d icator.
PULSATlNG) (b) Excessive lateral runout of braking (b) Check disc for lateral runout with dial
disc. indicator. Install new disc.
(c) Excessive front bearing clearance. (c) Readjust wheel bearings to specified
torque.
(d) Rear brake drums out-of-round. (d) Regrind rear drums and check for
o ut-of-round.
EXCESSIVE PEDAL (a) Power brake malfunction. (a) Check and correct power unit.
EFFORT (b) Brake fluid, oil or grease on linings. (b) Install new shoe linings as required.
(c) Shoe and lining worn below .155” (lin- (c) Install new shoe and linings.
ing only-.030”).
(d) Incorrect lining.
- (d) Remove lining and install correct lin-
ing.
(e) Frozen or seized pistons. (e) Disassemble caliper and free up pis-
tons.
PULL (a) Brake fluid, oil or grease on linings. (a) Install new shoe and linings.
(b) Frozen or seized pistons. (b) Disassemble caliper and free up pis-
tons.
(c) Incorrect tire pressure. (Unbalanced). (c) Inflate tires to recommended pres-
sures.
(d) Distorted brake shoes. (d) Install new brake shoes.
(e) Front end out of alignment. (e) Align front end and check.
(f) Restricted hose or line. (f) Check hoses and lines and correct as
necessary.
(g) Unmatched linings. (g) Install correct lining.
NOISE
Groan-Brake noise emanating when slowly releasing brakes (creep-groan)
(a) Not detrimental to function of disc brakes-no corrective action re-
quired.
(Indicate to operator this noise may be eliminated by slightly increasing
or decreasing brake pedal efforts.)
Rattle-Brake noise or rattle emanating at low speeds on rough roads (front wheels
only).
(a) Excessive clearance between shoe (a) Install new shoe and lining assem-
and the caliper. blies.
SC RAP1NG (a) Mounting bolts too long. (a) Install mounting bolts of correct
length.
(b) Braking disc rubbing housing. (b) Reposition caliper housing and check
disc run out.
(c) Loose wheel bearings. (c) Readjust wheel bearings to correct
specifications.
FRONT BRAKES HEAT (a) Power brake malfunction. (a) Check and correct power unit.
UP DURING DRIVING (b) Sticking pedal linkage. (b) Free up sticking pedal linkage.
AND FAIL (c) Operator riding brake pedal. (c) Instruct owner how to drive with disc
TO RELEASE brakes.
(d) Frozen or seized piston. (d) Disassemble caliper and free up pis-
ton.
(e) Residual pressure valve in master cyl- (e) Remove valve. (See Fig. 3 Master Cyl-
inder. inders.)
LEAKY WHEEL (a) Damaged or worn caliper piston seal. (a) Disassemble caliper and install new
CYLINDER seal.
(b) Scores or corrosion on surface of (b) Disassemble caliper and hone cylin-
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Condition Possible Cause Correction


cylinder bore. der Bore. Install new seal.
GRABBING OR (a) Power brake malfunction. (a) Check and correct power u n i t
INCONSISTENT (b) Causes listed under “Pull.” (b) Corrections listed under “Pull.”
BRAKING ACTION
BRAKE PEDAL CAN B E (a) Pistons pushed back in cylinder bores (a) Reposition brake shoe and lining as-
DEPRESSED WITHOUT during servicing of caliper (shoe and semblies. Depress pedal a second
BRAKING EFFECT Iining not properly positioned). time and if condition persists, check
following causes:
(b) Leak in system or caliper. (b) Check for leak and repair as required.
(c) Damaged piston seal in one or more (c) Disassemble caliper and replace pis-
of the cylinders. ton seals as required.
(d) Air in hydraulic system or improper (d) Bleed the system.
bleeding procedure.
(e) Bleeder screw open. (e) Close bleeder screw and bleed the
entire system.
(f) Leak past primary cup in master cyl- (f) Recondition master cylinder.
inder.
(g) Leak in rear brake cylinder. (g) Hone cylinder bore. Install new pis-
ton cylinder cups.
(h) Rear brakes extremely out of adjust- (h) Adjust rear brakes.
ment. -

SERVICE PROCEDURES
BRAKE SHOE REMOVAL sembly, (one at a time through bottom opening).

Removing the Lining CLEANING AND INSPECTION


To remove disc brake shoe and lining assembly,
(Fig. l), proceed as follows: Check for piston seal leaks (evident by fluid mois-
(1) Raise car on hoist or jackstands. ture around cavity) and for any ruptures of piston
(2) Remove wheel covers and wheel and tire as- boot. Wipe cavity clean (between inner and outer
semblies. caliper housings) with a shop towel. Check piston
(3) Remove bolts that attach caliper assembly to boot for proper seating in piston groove and in cali-
steering knuckle (Fig. 4). per groove. (Fig. 8.) I f fluid moisture is evident, it
(4) Remove caliper from disc by slowly sliding cali- will be necessw to disassemble caliper assembly
per assembly up and away from braking disc. (Fig. and install new piston seals and boots. (Refer to “Dis-
5). assemblingCaliper” Paragraph.)
(5) Carefully remove brake shoe and lining as-
“?UNTING BOLT BRAKE SHOE INSTALLATION
:REW
iOSE BRACKET
To install disc brake shoe and lining assemblies
SHOE AND LlNl
lRAKE TUBE
JUMPER

iOSE BRACKET
AOUNTING
1OLT

JNTING BOLTS

bk
NP55 bNP56

Fig. J-Caliper Assembly Mounting Bolts Fig. 5-Removing or Installing Caliper


0 BRAKES 5-53
(5) Install wheel and tire assemblies and wheel
covers.
(6) Remove jackstands or lower hoist.
CAUTION: Road test vehicle and make several heavy
40 m.p.h. stops to wear off any foreign material
on brakes and to seat linings. The vehicle may pull
to one side or other if this is not done.

REMOWNG THE CALIPER


Should it become necessary to remove caliper for
installation of new parts, proceed as follows:
(1) Raise car on hoist or jackstands.
(2) Remove wheel covers, wheel and tire assemblies.
Disconnect brake line at the caliper housing and in-
stall a 3/8-24 plug in tube opening.
Fig. 6-Removing or Installing Brake Shoe (3) Remove bolts that attach hose bracket to cali-
and Lining per. (Fig. 4.)
(Fig. 6), proceed as follows: (4) Remove bolts that attach caliper assembly
(1) Slide disc brake shoe and lining assemblies into to steering knuckle. (Fig. 4.)
position in caliper assembly (one at a time), with (5) Remove caliper from disc by slowly sliding
curved portion (with tabs) entering first and metal caliper assembly up and away from braking disc.
shoe against open ends of pistons. Using fingers, (6) Remove lining pads. Remove caliper to bench
spread linings apart until pistons are seated in their for disassembly.
bores.
(2) Slide caliper assembly down into position over DISASSEMBLING THE CALIPER
brake disc and align mounting holes. (As caliper
is being lowered, be sure that lining slides easily To disassemble caliper (Fig. 7), proceed as follows:
along braking disc. (1) Drain caliper, then place caliper assembly in
(3) Install caliper mounting bolts and tighten 85- a vise. Remove bolts that hold two’halves of caliper
90 foot-pounds. together.
(4) Make sure disc rotates freely and with mini- (2) Separate halves and remove two crossover seals.
mum drag. (3) Using a small screwdriver, pry out exposed
OUTER CALIPER HOUSING PISTON SEAL
\

BLEEDER SCREW NNlOOl

Fig. 7-Disc Brake Caliper Assembly fExploded View)


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PUSTIC STICK OR PISTON BOOT


SMALL SCREWDRIVER

PISTON ’ 1

PISTOG SEAL NP60

Fig. 10-Removing or Installing Piston Boot


Tool C-3993,providing the diameter of the bore is
w
NP58
not increased more than .002 inch. If the bore does
Fig. 8-Removing Piston Dust Boot
not clean up within this specification, a new caliper
dust boot out of groove (Fig. 8). Be sure and hold housing should be installed. (Black stains on the
piston compressed during this operation. bore walls are caused by the piston seals and will
(4) Remove piston, piston seal and dust boot from do no harm.)
caliper (Fig. 9). Remove piston return spring. When using hone C-3993 (Fig. 12) bo sure and in-
(5) Remove piston dust boot by grasping edge and stall the hone baffle before honing bore. The baffle is
pulling out of its groove (Fig. 10). used to protect the hone stones from damage.
(6) Using fingers, roll piston seal out of its groove Use extreme care in cleaning the caliper after hon-
in piston. (Fig. 11).Discard seal.
(7) Remove remaining three pistons in same man-
ner.
(8) Remove bleeder screw from inner caliper hous-
ing.

CLEANING AND INSPECTION


Clean all parts in alcohol; wipe dry, using clean lint
free shop towels. Using an air hose, blow out drilled
passages and bores. Check dust boots for punctures
or tears. If punctures or tears are evident, new boots
should be installed at reassembly. Inspect piston NP61
bores in both housings for scoring or pitting. Bores Fig. I I-Removing or Installing Piston Seal
that show light scratches or corrosion, can usually
be cleaned with crocus cloth. However, bores that ing. Remove all dust and grit by flushing the caliper
have deep scratches or scoring may be honed, using with alcohol; wipe dry with a clean lintless cloth and
then clean a second time in the same manner.
HONE BAFFLE

SPECIAL TOOL

CALIPER’ NP59 4
NP62
Fig. 9-Removing Piston, Boot, Seal and
Return Spring Fig. 12-Honing Piston Bore
,SPECIAL TOOL

CALIPER

\ SPECIAL TOOL

I
Fig. 13-Piston and Seal Installing Tool

ASSEMBLING THE CALIPER


PISTOC
To reassemble disc brake caliper, (Fig. 7), proceed
as follows: Fig. 15-lnsfalling Piston Boot in Caliper Groove
(1)Clamp caliper housing in a vise, and coat cyl-
inder bores with #55 Dow-Corning Pneumatic Sili- ner. (Fig. 16).
cone Grease (or equivalent) then install piston re- (7) Test pistons for smooth operation in their
turn spring. (Be sure spring is seated in recess at bores by depressing with fingers.
bottom of bore.) (Fig. 9.) (Large diameter down.) (8) Lightly clamp outer caliper half in vise and in-
(2) Coat outside diameter and fill inner diameter of stall new crossover passage seals in position in re-
a new piston seal with #55 Dow-Corning Pneumatic cess of caliper mating surface. (Fig. 16).
Silicone Grease (or equivalent) and work over piston (9) Place mating caliper half over one clamped in
land and down into position in groove, using fingers vise and install attaching bolts. Tighten from 120
only. (Fig. 11.) to 140 foot-pounds.
(3)Install dust boot on piston with lip of seat to- (10) Install brake shoes in caliper assembly with
ward piston (Fig. 10). curved portion (with tabs) entering first and metal
(4)Using tapered sleeve Tool C-4031, install pis- shoe against open ends of pistons. Using fingers,
ton, seal and boot into sleeve, with lip of seal to- spread linings apart until pistons are seated in their
wards taper. Push in on assembly until seal lip is bores. (Fig. 17.)
even with knife edge of sleeve. (Fig. 13.) (11)Install bleeder screw and tighten lightly.
(5) Place installing tool over bore opening and re-
turn spring. Index with boot groove in caliper. (Fig. INSTALLING THE CALIPER
14). Press down on piston, sliding piston out of tool
and into caliper bore until bottomed. Remove sleeve. Before installing caliper assembly over brake disc,
(6)Position piston boot sealing lip over groove check disc for runout. Mount a dial indicator (Fig.
evenly. Using Tool C-4030, press down on tool, forc- 18) and check lateral runout. Runout should not ex-
ing boot sealing lip into caliper groove. (Fig. 15). ceed .005 inch.
Remove tool. Install remaining pistons in same man- (1)Install caliper assembly over disc and align
SPECIAL TOOL SEAL NOTE SMOOTH SURFACE OF
/ -BOOT IN GROOVE

CALIPER BORE NP64 NP66

Fig. 14-Installing Piston, Seal and Boot Fig. 16-Pistons and Boots Installed in Caliper
5-56 BRAKES 0

CURVED PORTION OF SHOE FACING UP lows:


INSPECTION PORT (T SPECTION PORT (TOP) (1)Remove wheel cover and wheel and tire as-
sembly.
(2) Remove caliper assembly as described under
“Brake Shoe Removal.”
(3) Remove grease cup, cotter pin, nut lock, nut,
thrust washer and outer wheel bearing.
(4) Pull hub and disc off spindle.
Should it become necessary to remove or install a
CALI PAD wheel stud because of damage, proceed as follows:
(1) Remove damaged stud, using an arbor press.
(2) Install new stud in position and press into place.
MACHINED ABUTM~NTS NP67

Fig. I 7-Shoe and LInIng Correctly Positioned in INSTALLING THE BRAKING DISC AND H U B
Caliper
Removing Wheel Stud from Hub
mounting holes. Install mounting bolts and tighten (1) Slide brake hub and disc assembly on spindle.
to 85 foot-pounds. (As caliper is being lowered into (2) Install outer bearing, thrust washer, and nut.
place, be sure that lining rides freely over disc.) (3) Tighten wheel bearing adjusting nut to 90
(2) Reconnect brake line at caliper housing then inch-pounds while rotating hub and disc.
position brake hose bracket. Install bracket and at- (4) Position lock nut on nut with one pair of slots
taching bolts and tighten securely. Follow normal in line with cotter pin hole.
bleeding procedure. (Be sure all air bubbles have es- (5)Back off adjusting nut and lock assembly one
caped.) Replenish brake fluid in master cylinder. slot then install cotter pin. The resulting adjustment
(3) Install wheel and tire assembly and wheel covers. should be zero (no preload) to .003 inch end play.
(4) Remove jackstands or lower hoist. (This is very important, when checking disc runout.)
CAUTION: Road test the vehicle and make several (6) Install a dial indicator (2-3339 (Fig. 18) and
heavy 40 MPH stops to wear off any foreign material check runout of disc outer surface. The runout should
on the brakes and to seat linings. The vehicle may not exceed .005inch.
pull to one side or the other if this i s not done. This (7) Clean grease cap, coating inside with wheel
condition will be more noticeable if only one brake grease (do not fill) and install the cap.
was serviced. (8) Install caliper assembly as described in “Brake
Shoe Installation.”
REMOVING THE BRAKING DISC AND HUB (9) Install wheel and tire assembly and wheel
cover.
Should it become necessary to remove braking (10)Remove jackstands or lower hoist.
disc for installation of a wheel stud proceed as fol- (11)Road test vehicle as described in “Installing
ADJUST WHEEL Caliper. ”
BEARING TO

Refacing the Braking Disc


The surface of disc should be smooth. The light
scoring and grooving which appear after normal use
are not detrimental to operation of brake. A heavily
scored disc will impair efficiency and increase lining
pad wear, and should be replaced with a new disc
and hub assembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REFACE
BRAKING DISC DUE TO CLOSE TOLERANCES
REQUIRED. THIS IS IMPORTANT!

DIAL INDICATOR BLEEDING THE DISC BRAKE


The disc brake hydraulic system can be bled
APPROXIMATE manually or with pressure bleeding equipment. On
disc brake equipped vehicles, the brake pedal will
Fig. IO-Chocking Braking DISCfor Run-Our require more pumping, and frequent checking of the
0 BRAKES 5-57

VALVE BODY
/

MOUNTING FLANGE N P69

Fig. 20-Proportioning Valve Assembly

brake application, it usually is an indication that the


fluid pressure to the rear brakes is above the 50%
reduction ratio for the rear line pressure and that a
malfunction has occurred within the proportioning
valve, which should be tested.
To test the proportioning valve, proceed as follows:
(1) Install one of Gauge Set C-4007 and “T” in
Fig. 19-Checking Proportioning Valve brake line between master cylinder and proportioning
fluid level in the master cylinder during the bleeding valve and remaining Gauge and “T”at output end of
operation. proportioning valve and brake line. (Fig. 19). Be sure
Never use brake fluid that has been drained from all joints are fluid tight.
the hydraulic system, when bleeding the brakes. (2) Have a helper exert pressure on brake pedal
On vehicles equipped with disc brakes, be sure that (holding pressure). Obtain a reading on master cylin-
the disc brake pistons are returned to their normal der output of approximately 800 p.s.i.
positions and that the shoe and lining assemblies are (3) While pressure is being held as above, reading
properly seated. on valve outlet Gauge should be 530-570 p.s.i.
Before driving the vehicle, check the operation of If proportioning valve pressure readings do not
the brakes to be sure that a firm pedal has been ob- meet specifications, the valve should be removed
tained. and a new valve installed.
(1) Raise vehicle using a hoist or jackstands.
(2) Bleed brakes in usual manner, starting with Balancing the Front Wheels (Disc Brake
right rear, then proceeding to left rear, right front Equipped Vehicles)
and left front in order. To balance front wheels on a disc brake equipped
After bleeding the brakes, proceed as follows: vehicle, the normal procedure for static balancing
(1) Remove jackstands or lower hoist. as described under “Wheel Balance” in the Wheels,
(2) Test drive vehicle to be sure brakes are oper- Bearings and Tires Section of this manual should be
ating correctly and that pedal is solid. followed. Dynamic balancing of front wheels can be
accomplished by the normal procedure when wheels
TESTING THE PROPORTIONING VALVE are removed from the vehicle, but Manufacturer’s
recommendations should be followed closely when
When a premature rear wheel slide is obtained on attempting to balance wheels while on the vehicle.

MASTER CYLINDER
INDEX
Page Page
Bleeding Master Cylnder ...................... 60 Installing Master Cylinder ..................... 60
Cleaning and Inspection ....................... 59 Master Cylinder Removal ...................... 58
Disassembling Master Cylinder ................ 58 Reassembling Master Cylinder ................ 59
General Information ........................... 57 Testing Master Cylinder ....................... 60
Hydraulic System Safety Switch ............... 60 Testing Hydraulic System Safety Switch ........ 61
GENERAL INFORMATION
The tandem master cylinder (Fig. 1) is of the compensating type with the reservoirs cast integrally.
5-58 BRAKES 0

COVER The master cylinder consists of a front and rear pis-


ton (in tandem) two outlets, with 1 containing a
residual pressure valve and spring (rear brake line
O~RS outlet only), (Fig. 3).
The front outlet tube from the master cylinder is
ON connected to the hydraulic system safety switch (Figs.
8 or 9) and thence to the rear brakes. The rear out-
let tube from the master cylinder is also connected
to the safety switch and the front brakes.
The master cylinder used on vehicles not equipped
with power brake units is serviced in the same man-
ner as the master cylinder with power brakes with
one exception, the master cylinder with power brakes
does not include the push rod.
The drum brake master cylinder is different than
the disc brake master cylinder and is covered in the
Fig. !-Tandem Master Cylinder Assembly service brake section of this group.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
MASTER CYLINDER REMOVAL gasket. Empty brake fluid from reservoirs.
(2) Remove piston retaining screw and gasket (Fig.
Should it become necessary to service the master 2), then slide rear piston assembly out of cylinder
cylinder, remove from the vehicle as follows: bore.
(1) Disconnect front and rear brake tubes from (3) Upend master cylinder and tamp (open end
master cylinder and install a plug in rear outlet. down) on bench to remove front piston and spring. If
(The residual pressure valve in front outlet will front piston sticks in bore of cylinder, use air pres-
keep cylinder from draining). Remove tube nut sure to force piston out of cylinder. New cups must
fittings. be installed at reassembly if air pressure is used.
(2) Disconnect pedal push rod (drum type brakes) (4) Remove front piston compression spring from
from brake pedal. bore.
(3) Remove nuts that attach master cylinder to (5) Using Tool T109-178 (or an easy out) remove
cowl panel and/or power brake unit, (if so equipped). tube seats by threading tool firmly into seat, tap tool
(4) Slide master cylinder straight out from cowl and seat out of cylinder body. (Fig. 2). Discard seats.
panel and/or power brake unit, (if so equipped). (6) Remove residual pressure valve and spring
from front outlet (Fig. 3).
DISASSEMBLING THE MASTER CYLINDER (7) Remove rubber cups from pistons after noting
position of cup lips. Do not remove center cup of
To disassemble the master cylinder, (Figs. 1 and rear Diston. If CUD is damaged or worn. Install a new
4) clean the outside of the master cylinder thoroughly.
(1) Press bail to one side and remove cover and
RESIDUAL PRESSURE - /BAIL COVER
VALVE REAR BRAKE
GASKET
I T 0 REAR BRAKES \

PISTON
--. .. RESIDUAL PRESSURE VALVE

SPECIAL TOOL
TO FiONT
BRAKES
PISTON
-
RETAINING
SCREW AND GASKET Np28
AND SPRING-REAR BRAKES ONLY

Fig. 3-Removing or Installing Residual Pressure


Fig. 2-Removing Tube Seats Valve and Spring
0 BRAKES 5-59
rear piston assembly. clean shop towel or paper. (Assembling seals dry
can ruin them.)
CLEANING AND INSPECTION (1) Carefully work piston cup on front end of front
piston with the lip away from piston (Fig. 4).
Clean master cylinder thoroughly, using a suitable (2) Carefully work second piston cup over rear
solvent and dry with compressed air. Wash the cyl- end of piston and into second land. (Be sure lip of
inder bore with clean brake fluid and inspect for cup is facing front of piston). (Fig. 4).
scoring or pitting. Master cylinder bore walls that (3) Carefully work rear piston cup over piston
have light scratches or show signs of corrosion, can and into rear land. The lip must be facing toward
usually be cleaned with crocus cloth. However, cyl- rear (Fig. 4).
inder bores that have deep scratches or scoring may (4) Slide cup retainer over stem of front piston
be honed, providing the diameter of the bore is not with beveled side away from piston cup (Fig. 4).
increased more than .002 inch. If master cylinder (5) Position small end of pressure spring into re-
bore does not clean up at .002inch when honed, the tainer, then slide assembly into bore of cylinder
master cylinder should be discarded and a new mas- (Fig. 5). Be sure cups enter bore evenly in order not
ter cylinder installed. to damage sealing quality of cups. (Keep well Iubri-
If master cylinder pistons are badly scored or cor- cated with brake fluid.)
roded, replace them with new ones. The piston
cups and seals should be replaced when recondition- Rear Piston
ing a master cylinder. (1) Carefully work piston cup over rear end of rear
When overhauling a master cylinder, use all parts piston with lip of cup toward front (Fig. 4).
furnished in repair kit. Discard all used rubber parts. (2) Center spring retainer of rear piston assembly
over shoulder of front piston. Push piston assemblies
REASSEMBLING THE MASTER CYLINDER into bore. Carefully work lips of cups into bore, then
seat piston assemblies. (Fig. 6).
Front Piston (3) Holding pistons in seated position, install pis-
Before assembling the master cylinder, dip all ton retaining screw and gasket. Tighten securely
component parts in clean brake fluid and place on a (Fig.6).
COVER 1
GASKET

MASTER CYLINDER BODY

REAR PISTON
' ASSEMBLY

GASKET / cuP

\PRIMARY PISTON
RETAINER SCREW

NP30

Fig. I-Tandem Master Cylinder (Exploded View)


5-60 BRAKES 0

NOTE FLUTES BUBBLES RESIDUAL PRESSURE


ON PRIMARY
SEAL

REAR PISTON ASSEMBLY -1 NP31 Fig. 7--bleeding Master Cylinder


Fig. 5-Installing Front Piston and Spring Rear Piston secure with bail.
(6) Remove master cylinder from vise and install
(4) Install residual pressure valve and spring (Fig. on vehicle as follows:
3) in front outlet then install tube seats firmly.
(When the bleeding tubes are attached, the tube seats INSTALLING MASTER CYLINDER ON
will be positioned correctly.) VEHICLE
BLEEDING THE MASTER CYLINDER (1) Install master cylinder on vehicle, aligning
push rod with cowl panel opening (manual) or power
Before installing master cylinder on vehicle, it brake push rod with master cylinder piston.
must be bled on the bench as follows: (2) Slide over mounting studs. Install attaching
(1) Clamp master cylinder in a vise and attach nuts and tighten to 9 foot-pounds.
bleeding tubes Tool C-4029 (Fig. 7). Be sure that a (3) Connect front and rear brake tubes and tighten
residual pressure valve is on end of tube in large to 150 inch-pounds.
capacity reservoir. (This keeps brake fluid from (4) Bleed brakes at wheel cylinders, using regular
being syphoned out of reservoir during bleeding procedure, being sure fluid level is maintained. (See
operation.) Bleeding the Brake System).
(2) Fill both reservoirs with approved brake fluid.
(3) Using a wooden stick or dowel (power brake TESTING MASTER CYLINDER
equipped vehicles) depress push rod slowly. (Note
air bubbles.) Allow pistons to return under pressure Be sure that the master cylinder compensates at
of springs. Do this several times or until bubbles both ports. This can be done by applying the pedal
cease to appear (Fig. 7). lightly with the engine running (power brakes) and
(4) Remove bleeding tubes from cylinder and install observing for a gyser of fluid squirting up in the
plug in rear outlet. (As tubes are removed, fluid re- reservoirs. This may only occur in the front chamber
maining in tubes will syphon out.) and so to determine if the rear compensating port is
(5) Place cover and gasket over reservoirs and open, it will be necessary to pump up the brakes
FRONT PISTON rapidly and then hold the pedal down. Have an ob-
I server watch the fluid in the rear reservoir while
REAR PISTON ASSEMBLY
-- the pedal is raised. A disturbance in the fluid indi-
cates that the compensating port is open.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SAFETY SWITCH


The hydraulic system safety switch (Figs. 8 and 9)
is used to warn the vehicle operator that one of the
hydraulic systems has failed. A failure in one part
of the brake system does not result in failure of the
PISTON RETAINING entire hydraulic brake system. As an example, failure
SCREW AND GASKET
of the rear brake system will leave the front brake
Fig. dlnstalling R w r Piston Assembly system still operative.
0- SPECIFlCA l l 0 NS 5-61
SAFETY SWITCH

ISEAL
TON SEAL “0” RING

MOUNTING
BRACKET NP34
PISTON ASSEMBLY
FROM MASTER CYLINDER Fig. 9-Hydraulic System Safety Switch
PORT STAMPED “R” (Exploded View)
be sure and bleed the brake system.

TESTING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SAFETY


SWITCH
Fig. 8-Hydraulic System Safety Switch The brake warning light flashes only when the
(Sectional View) parking brake is applied with the ignition key turned
“ON”. The same light will also illuminate should one
As pressure falls in one system, the other system’s of the two service brake systems fail when the brake
normal pressure forces the piston to the inoperative pedal is applied. To test the system turn the ignition
side; contacting the switch terminal, causing a red key “ON”, and apply the parking brake. If the light
warning light to come on in the instrument panel, fails to light, inspect for a burned out bulb, discon-
thus warning the operator of the vehicle, that one of nected socket, a broken or disconnected wire at the
the systems has failed and should be repaired. switch.
The safety switch is mounted on the frame in a To test the service brake warning system, raise the
vertical position, with the brake tubes connected, car on a hoist and open a wheel cylinder bleeder
as shown in (Fig. 8). while a helper depresses the brake pedal and observes
If a malfunction occurs within the switch, discon- the warning light. If the light fails to light, inspect
nect tubes from body assembly and install a new as- for a burned out bulb, disconnected socket, a broken
sembly. The component parts of the switch body are or disconnected wire at the switch. If the bulb is not
not serviced. However the switch unit can be re- burned out and the wire continuity is proven, re-
moved if a malfunction occurs, and a new switch unit place the brake warning switch in the brake line Tee
installed. fitting mounted on the frame rail in the engine com-
If a new safety switch or body assembly is installed, partment below the master cylinder.

SPECIFICATI0NS
BRAKES-SERVICE AND PARKING
Dart 6 Cyl. V-8 & H.D.
Type ............................................. Duo-Servo Single Anchor Duo-Servo Single Anchor
D R U M DIAMETER ................................ Yr 10”
N U M B E R OF BRAKE SHOES ...................... 8 8
Front ........................................... 2-9116” wide 2-9/ 16” wide
Rear ........................................... 2-1/16’’ wide 1-13116” wide
BRAKE LINING ................................... Molded Asbestos Molded Asbestos
Front Primary ................................... 2-1/4” wide 7-5/8“ long 2-112” wide &1/2“ long
Front Secondary ................................ 2-1/2” wide 9-518” long 2-112” wide 11” long
Rear Primary .................................... 2” wide 7-518” long 1-314” wide
Rear Secondary ................................. 2” wide 9-5/8” long 1-314” wide
5-62 SPECIFICATIONS 0

Thickness Primary ................................ 31 16" 31 16"


Secondary .............................. 114" 114"
WHEEL CYLINDER ................................ 4 per car 4 per car
.......................
............

Front Wheel Cylinder Bore 1" 1-1/8"


Rear Wheel Cylinder Bore ....................... 13116" 15116"
........................ .
MASTER CYLINDER BORE
Coronet
Type .............................................
1"
6 Cy1 .
Duo-Servo Single Anchor
1"
V-8 & H.D. & Sub
Duo-Servo Single Anchor
DRUM DIAMETER ................................ 1tY' l(Yt
(Police Special & Heavy Duty) ................... 11" 11"
NUMBER OF BRAKE SHOES ...................... 8 8
WIDTH (Standard)
Front ........................................... 2-112" 2-112"
Rear ........................................... 1-314" 2-112"
(POLICE SPECIAL & HEAVY DUTY)
Front ................ ...........................
,. 3" 3"
Rear ........................................... 2-1II ' 2-112"
BRAKE LINING (10-INCH) ......................... Moulded Asbestos Moulded Asbestos
Front Primary ................................... 8-112" 8-112''
Front Secondary ................................ 11" 11"
Rear Primary ................................... 8-1/ 2" 8112"
Rear Secondary ................................. 11" 11"
BRAKE LINING (11INCH)
Front Primary ................................... 9-114" 9-114"
Front Secondary ................................ 12-1I 8" 12-1/ 8"
Rear Primary ................................... 9-112" 9-114"
Rear Secondary ................................. 12-1/ 8" 12-118"
Thickness Primarv ................................ 31 16" 31 16"
Secondary ............................. 114" 114"
WHEEL CYLINDER
Front Wheel Cylinder Bore ....................... 1-1/ 8" 1-118"
Rear Wheel Cylinder Bore ....................... 15116" 15116"
MASTER CYLINDER BORE ......................... 1" 1"

KELSEY-HAYES DISC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS


Type of Brake ...................................................... Fixed Caliper Disc
Location ........................................................... Front Wheels Only
Master Cylinder Reservoir .......................................... Horizontal Tandem (Dual)
Proportioning Valve Location ........................................ Left Sill
Brake Adjustment .................................................. None (Automatic)
Residual Valve Location ............................................ In Master Cylinder Outlet
CALIPER ASSEMBLY
Shoe and Lining Removal ........................................... Radially Outward (Remove Clips)
Number of Pistons ................................................. 4 (Each Unit)
Piston Diameter .................................................... 1-518"
Piston Bore Diameter .............................................. 1.636"
Maximum Allowable (After Honing) ................................ 1.638"
Piston Seals ....................................................... Moulded Rubber (Square Section)
.
.092" Wide. 100 Radial Thickness
Piston Dust Boots ................................................ External Moulded Rubber
4 Per Unit
Bleeder Screw Location ............................................ Outer Housing 318"
Transfer Tube Type ................................................ Short Overhead
BRAKING DISC
Type .............................................................. Ventilated Cast Iron
Diameter Outside .................................................. 11.04"
Inside ................................................... 6.91"
Disc Runout (Maximum Allowable) T.I.R. ............................. 0025"
Disc Surface Finish ................................................ 15 to 80 Micro Inches
Disc Thickness ..................................................... 810"
Disc Parallelism (Total Variation in Thickness) ........................ 0005"
BRAKE SHOE AND LINING
Type .............................................................. Bonded
Lining Thickness .................................................... 400" (Nominal)
0 TI G HTENI NG R EFER ENC E 5-63
Width ............................................................. 1.84“
Length ............................................................ 4.82’’
Braking Area ...................................................... 8.5V Sq. InJSegment
Maximum Wear (Minimum Thickness Allowed) ....................... Not less than 1/32” lining at any point
or a minimum shoe and lining thick-
ness of ,180’’
MASTER CYLINDER
Piston Bore Diameter .............................................. 1”
Maximum Bore Diameter Allowable (After Honing) .................... .002” o s .
Residual Valve .................................................... Rear Brakes Only
DISC SPLASH SHIELD
Type .............................................................. VentedSta mped SteeI
Mounting ..........................................................3 Bolts to Knuckle
RESIDUAL VALVE
Type .............................................................. Pressure Control
P.S.I. Cut In ....................................................... 300P.S.I.
Reduction in Rate of Rear Line Pressure Build Up ................... After 300 P.S.I. Actuation Pressure.
WHEELS
Type .............................................................. Drop Center
Diameter .......................................................... 14 x 4 4 2 J Special

TIGHTENING REFERENCE
Foot-Pounds
Caliper Mounting Bolts ........... 4560
Caliper Assembly Bridge Bolts .... 70 to 80
Disc Splash Shield Bolts .......... 17 inch-pounds
Caliper Bleeder Screw ............ 100 inch-pounds
Caliper Spash Shield ............. 7-9
Brake Tube Fitting Nuts to Pro-
portioning Valve ................ 85 inch-pounds
Wheel Assembly to Front Wheel Hub
and Disc Assembly Nuts ........ 55

BENDIX DISC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS


DISC BRAKE
Type .............................................................. Fixed Caliper-Disc
Location .......................................................... Front Wheels Only
Master Cylinder Reservoir .......................................... Horizontal Dual
Proportioning Valve Location ....................................... Inside Stub Frame Rail
Brake Adjustment .................................................. None (Automatic)
Residual Valve Location ............................................ In Tandem Master Cylinder
CALIPER ASSEMBLY
Shoe and Lining Removal .......................................... Bottom-Ca Iiper Removed
Number of Pistons ................................................. 4 Each Assembly
Piston Diameter .................................................... 1.9980”-1.9959”
Piston Bore Diameter ............................................... 2.0015”-2.oooO”
Maximum Allowable (After Honing) ............................... .002” Oversize
Piston Seals ....................................................... Moulded Rubber-1 per piston
Piston Dust Boots ................................................... Moulded R u b b e r 4 per Caliper
Assy.
Piston Return Springs .............................................. 1per piston
Bleeder Screw Location ............................................ On Inner Housing (top)
Cross Over Passage Seals .......................................... Rubber “0”Ring (2 per caliper)

BRAKING DISC
Type .............................................................. Venti lated-Cast Iron
Diameter-Outside ................................................. 11.19’
. Inside .................................................. 6.876“
Disc Run Out (Maximum Allowable) T.I.R. ............................ .005” (.OOl” in 30” and no more than
3 reversals in 360”
5-64 TIGHTENING REFERENCE 0

Disc Surface Finish ................................................ 40 micro inches


Disc Thickness .................................................... .886"-.878"
Minimum Thickness Allowable for wear before replacement ......... .816"
Disc Parallelism (Total variation in thickness) ........................ .OOOY'
BRAKE SHOE AND LINING
Type .............................................................. Integrally Molded
Lining and Shoe Thickness ......................................... .605"-.625"
Length .......................................................... 5.294-5.299"
Minimum Lining Thickness Allowed ................................. .030'' Thickness
Lining a t any point or a minimum
shoe and lining thickness of ,1719'
MASTER CYLINDER
Type .............................................................. Tandem Piston
Piston Bore Diameter ............................................... 1"
Maximum Bore Diameter Allowable (after honing) .................... ,002''
Residual Pressure Valve ............................................ Rear brake outlet only
DISC SPLASH SHIELD
Type .............................................................. Non-Vented
Mounting .......................................................... 3 Bolt
PROPORTI0 NING VALVE
Type .............................................................. Pressure Control
Cut-In Pressure .................................................... 250-300P.S.I.
Rear line pressure proportioned at 2.25:l ratio (above cut-in) .......... 500-540P.S.I.
WHEELS
Type .............................................................. Drop Center
Diameter .......................................................... 14 x 51/2JK Special
Mounting Stud Circle ............................................... 4-1/2"5 bolt
REAR BRAKES
Rear Wheel Shoe and Lining ....................................... Cycleweld-Molded &Bonded
Size .............................................................. 10 x 2-1/2inch
Cy1inder Bore Diameter ............................................. 15/16"
Maximum Allowable (After Honing) ................................ .002"

TIGHTENING REFERENCE
Foot Pounds
Caliper Mounting Bolts ............
85-90
Caliper Assembly (Bridge Bolts) ...
120-140(1450-1700inch pounds)
Disc Spash Shield Bolts ..........
17
Caliper Bleeder Screw ............
10 (120inch pounds)
Brake Tube Fitting Nuts to
proportioning valve .............
70 inch pounds
Wheel Assembly to Front Wheel Hub
and disc assembly .............
55
0 GROUP 6

CLUTCH
CONTENTS
Page Page
CLUTCH-SERVICING .................. 4 GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
CLUTCH HOUSING ALIGNMENT ........ 8 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
CLUTCH PEDAL FREE PLAY ............ 3 SPECIFICAT10 NS ...................... 9
CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING ........... 6 STEAM CLEANING PRECAUTIONS ...... 9
CLUTCH RELEASE FORK ............... 6 TIGHTENING REFERENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
CRANKSHAFT TRANSMISSION DRIVE TORQUE SHAFT AND BEARINGS . . . . . . . . 7
PINION BUSHING ................... 6
GENERAL INFORMATION
The clutch is a single dry disc type, with no adjust- 9-1/4 inches. Coronet models used in police car serv-
ment for wear being provided in the clutch itself. The ice use a 10 inch clutch. When used in taxicab service,
clutch pedal linkage, however, is provided with an Coronet models use an 11 inch clutch. The 10 inch
adjustable rod to maintain specified pedal free play. clutch on Coronet models is secured to the flywheel
No attempt should be made to adjust the three with special bolts that do not use lockwashers.
pressure plate release levers. They are preset during
manufacture and should not be disturbed. 8-Cylinder Vehicles
Different clutch sizes are used on various models as The Semi-centrifugal type clutch (Fig. 1) used on
described below. 8-cylinder models with 318, 383, 440 cubic inch and
426 Hemi engines, combines the feature of low pedal
6-Cylinder Vehicles effort with that of a clutch capable of transmitting
The standard clutch size for Dart models with the the full torque of the engine.
170 cubic inch engine is 9-1/8 inches, and on models Six centrifugal rollers (Fig. 1) are assembled be-
with the 225 cubic inch engine the standard size is tween the prepsure plate and cover on all clutches,
9-1/4 inches. The special equipment clutch size for except the clutch used on Coronet models equipped
Dart models with the 170 cubic inch engine is 9-1/4 with the 426 Hemi engine. This clutch uses three
inches. rollers with wear plates which are riveted to the
The standard clutch size on Coronet models is clutch cover.

TER

SLEE

RELEASE LEVER

NWOA

Fig. I --Semi-Centrif ugal Clutch (3 18,383 and 440 Cu. In. and 426 Hemi Engines)
6-2

CLUTCH AND BRAKE PEDAL BRACKET PEDAL STOP LOCK RING

\ \ PLAIN WASHERI

RETURN SPRING
(6-CYL. SHOWN)

FRAME SIDE RAIL BOOT NP131

Fig. 2-Clutch Pedal and linkage (Dart Models)


These rollers are provided to increase the normal with the 273 cubic inch engine is 10-1/2inches. The
load on the disc assembly at higher engine speeds. standard clutch size on Coronet models with 318 and
As the engine speed increases, the centrifugal force 383 cubic inch engines is 10-1/2inches. The standard
of the rollers causes them to act as wedges between clutch size on Coronet models with 440 cubic inch and
the cover and pressure plate and exert greater force 426 Hemi engines is 11 inches.
against the disc.
The standard clutch size for Dart models with 273 Clutch Pedal and Bracket
cubic inch engine is 9-1/2inches and 10 inches for The upper end of the clutch pedal on all 6-cylinder
Coronet models with 273 cubic inch engine. models, except Coronet models with the heavy duty
The special equipment clutch on Coronet models clutch, pivots in the pedal mounting bracket on two
SPRING PEDAL BRACKET SEAL (6-CYL. HEAVY BRACKET

BEARING (6-CYL. HEAVY

PEDAL STOP .

CLUTCH TORQUE SHA


HOOK (6-CYL.)

SPRING (6-CYL.)

CLUTCH PEDAL NN93

Fig. 3-Clutch Pedal and Linkage (Coronet Models)


0 CLUTCH 6-3
nylon bushings (Fig. 2). On 6-cylinder models with A non-adjustable over-center spring (Fig. 2 or 3) is
heavy duty clutch and on all 8-cylinder models, the provided between the pedal and pedal bracket to
pedal pivots on two needle bearings (Fig. 3). These allow easy clutch pedal operation.
parts do not require periodic lubrication.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
CLUTCH CHATTER (a1 Worn or damaged disc assembly. (a1 Replace disc assembly.
(b) Grease or oil on disc facings. (b) Replace disc assembly.
(C) Improperly adjusted cover assembly. (c) Replace clutch assembly.
CLUTCH SLIPPING (a 1 Burned, worn, or oil soaked facings. (a) Replace disc assembly.
(b) Insufficient pedal free play. (b) Adjust release fork rod.
(C) Weak or broken pressure springs. (C) Replace clutch assembly.

DIFFICULT GEAR (a) Excessive pedal free play. (a) Adjust release fork rod.
SHIFTING (b) Worn or damaged disc assembly. (b) Replace disc assembly.
(C) Improperly adjusted cover assembly. (c) Replace clutch assembly.
(d) Clutch disc splines sticking. (d) Remove disc assembly and free up
splines or replace disc.
Dry clutch linkage. (a1 Lubricate where necessary.
Worn release bearing. (b) Replace release bearing.
Worn disc assembly. (C) Replace disc assembly.
Worn release levers. (d) Replace clutch assembly.
Worn or dry pilot bushing. (e) Lubricate or replace bushing.
Dry contact pressure plate lugs in (f) Lubricate very lightly.
cover.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
CLUTCH PEDAL FREE PLAY the clutch. The adjustment is necessary to restore
pedal free play reduced by normal clutch wear.
The only adjustment required for the clutch is the
pedal linkage adjustment to provide the prescribed Adjusting Clutch Pedal Free Play
clutch pedal free play. This is the pedal movement (1) Inspect condition of clutch pedal rubber stop
required to close the clearance between the release (Fig. 2 or 3). If stop is damaged, install a new one.
bearing and the clutch release levers when releasing (2) On models using A-745 transmission, first dis-
PEDAL ROD CLUTCH HOUSING ,

SPRING WASHER
TORQUE SHAFT
RETURN SPRING
SCREW AND WASHER
RETURN SPRING

YL. ATTACHED
CLUTCH HOUSING)
RELEASE FORK

WASHER

CONE
NP132

Fig. 4-Clutch Torque Shaft and Linkage (Dart Models)


6-4 CLUTCH 0

\ \rJ
CLUTCH TORQUE SHAFT CLUTCH HOUSING

PEDAL ROD
SPRING WASHER \

TORQUE SHAFT RETURN SPRING (6-CYL. -FORK RETURN SPRING


--- .. .- . /
SPRING WASHER

FORK

ATTACHMENT FOR 6-CYL. MODELS


8-CYL. ATTACHMENT TO CLUTCH HOUSING

WA~HER \
NN94A

Fig. 5-Clvtch Torque Shuft und Linkuge (Coronet Models)


connect interlock clutch rod at transmission end. (8) Loosen and back off clutch cover attaching
(3)Adjust linkage by turning self-locking adjusting bolts, one or two turns at a time, in succession, to
nut (Fig. 4 or 5) to provide 5/32 inch free movement avoid bending cover flange.
at outer end of fork. This movement will provide pre- (9) Remove clutch assembly and disc from clutch
scribed one-inch free play at pedal (Fig. 2 or 3). housing.
(4)Assemble interlock clutch rod, if used, to trans- CAUTION: Handle clutch and disc carefully to avoid
mission pawl. If necessary to adjust, refer to “Trans- contaminating the friction surfaces.
mission,” Group 21.
Cleaning and lnspection
CLUTCH-SERVICI NG (1) Use compressed air to clean dust out of clutch
Improper operation or excessive wear may impair housing. Inspect for oil leakage through engine rear
the clutch function to a point where it may be nec- main bearing oil seal and transmission drive pinion
essary to remove and replace the disc, and/or clutch seal. If leakage is noted, it should be corrected at
assembly. Should this become necessary, proceed as this time.
follows: (2) Friction face of flywheel should have a uni-
form appearance throughout entire clutch contact
Removal area. If there is evidence of heavy contact on one
(1)Remove transmission. See “Manual Transmis- portion of wear circle and a very light contact 180
sion,” Group 21,for detailed procedure. &.’ BEARING AND SLEEVE
RETURN SPRING
(2) Remove clutch housing pan. (TYPICAL MOUNTING)
(3) Remove spring washer securing release rod to
torque shaft lever and remove fork rod (Fig. 4 or 5).
(4) On &Cylinder Models, remove torque shaft to
fork spring and torque shaft return spring (Fig. 4
or 5).
(5) On V-8 Models, remove release fork return
spring (Fig. 6).
(6) Remove clutch release bearing and sleeve as-
sembly from clutch release fork (Fig. 6).
(7) Mark clutch cover and flywheel (Fig. 7) to main- RETAINING SPRING’ CLUTCH HOUSING’
NN95 A
tain their same relative positions when reinstalling
clutch assembly. Fig. 64lvtch Releure Fork, Beuring and Sleeve
r\ CLUTCH 6-5
,_.,A n g a surface plate, test cover for flatness.
All sections around attaching bolt holes should be in
contact with surface plate within .015 inch.
The cover should be a snug fit on pressure plate
lugs.
If clutch assembly does not meet these require-
ments, it should be replaced.
FLYWHEEL (11) Examine condition of clutch release bearing.
CAUTION: The clutch release bearing is a prelubri-
cated, sealed thrust bearing and should not be im-
mersed in solvent.
The bearing should turn freely, when held in the
hands under light thrust load, with no evidence of
roughness.
NK142A
(12) If bearing is noisy, rough or dry, install a new
one on sleeve as detailed under “Clutch Release Bear-
Fig. 7-Punch Marks on Clutch Cover and Flywheel ing,” page 6.

degrees from that portion, flywheel may be improp- lnstallat ion


erly mounted or sprung. In either case, a dial indi- (1)Lubricate drive pinion bushing in end of crank-
cator mounted on clutch housing with plunger in shaft with about one-half teaspoon of special long-life
contact with wear circle, should show no more than chassis grease or Multi-Mileage Lubricant, Part Num-
.003 inch runout throughout complete rotation of fly- ber 2525035. Place lubricant in radius at rear of
wheel. bushing.
(3) Friction face of flywheel should also be free (2) Clean surfaces of flywheel and pressure plate
from discoloration, burned areas, small cracks and thoroughly with fine sandpaper or crocus cloth, and
excessive grooves or ridges. make certain that all oil or grease has been removed.
(4) The bushing in end of crankshaft should be (3) Hold clutch disc, pressure plate and cover in
smooth and show no excessive wear. A new transmis- mounting position, with springs on disc damper fac-
sion main drive pinion, or (2-3181 Bushing Installing ing away from the flywheel. Do not touch disc facing,
and Burnishing Tool, can be used to gauge size of as contamination may result in clutch chatter. Insert
bushing. The tool should have a snug fit in bushing. (2-360 Clutch Disc Aligning Arbor through hub of
If necessary to replace bushing, proceed as detailed disc and into bushing (Fig. 8). If Arbor C-360 is not
under “Crankshaft Transmission Drive Pinion Bush- available, use a spare transmission drive pinion.
ing,” page 6. (4) Install clutch cover attaching bolts (after align-
(5) End of transmission main drive pinion should ing balance punch marks) (Fig. 7), but do not draw
be smooth and bright, without grooves and ridges. down.
(6) The disc assembly should be handled without (5) To avoid distortion of the clutch cover, bolts
touching facings. Replace disc if facings show evi-
dence of grease or oil soakage, or wear to within less
than .015 inch of rivet heads. The hub splines and
splines on transmission main drive pinion should be
a snug fit without signs of excessive wear. Metallic
portions of disc assembly should be dry and clean
and show no evidence of having been hot. Each of
the arched springs between facings should be un-
broken and all rivets should be tight.
(7) Wipe friction surface of pressure plate with
kerosene, mineral spirits or other suitable solvent.
( 8 ) Using a straightedge, check pressure plate for
flatness. The pressure plate friction area should be
flat within .005 inch and free from discoloration,
burned areas, cracks, grooves or ridges.
(9) Inner ends of release levers should have a uni-
form wear pattern. Fig. 8-Clutch Disc Aligning Arbor
6-6 CLUTCH 0

should be tightened a few turns at a time (alternately) ing flush with end of crankshaft. Use a soft hammer
until they are all tight. Tighten 5/16 inch bolts to to prevent damage to tool.
200 inch-pounds, 3/8 inch bolts to 30 foot-pounds. Re- (4) To remove installer, install cup and nut. As nut
move Arbor C-360 (or drive pinion if used). is tightened, tool will burnish bushing.
(6) Fill cavity of bearing sleeve with Multi-Mileage (5) Insert about one-half teaspoon of special long
Lubricant, Part No. 2525035, or Automotive Multi- life chassis grease or Multi-Mileage Lubricant, Part
Purpose Grease, NLGI grade 2. Also, apply a film of Number 2525035, in radius at rear of bushing in end
this same lubricant to lugs of sleeve. of crankshaft.
(7) Position release bearing and sleeve assembly in
clutch housing as far forward as possible. CLUTCH RELEASE FORK
(8) Lubricate fork fingers and retaining spring, at
pivot contact area (Fig. 6), with a film of Multi-Mile- Removal
age Lubricant, Part Number 2525035, or Automotive (1)On &Cylinder Models, remove torque shaft to
Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI grade 2. fork spring (Fig. 4 or 5).
(9) Engage fork fingers under clutch sleeve retain- (2) On V-8 Models, remove clutch fork return
ing springs. Be sure retaining springs on sleeve have spring (Fig. 6).
lateral freedom (Fig. 6). (3) Disconnect release fork rod from clutch fork.
(10) Be sure groove in seal is engaged in seal open- (4) Pry dust seal out of clutch housing and remove
ing flange in clutch housing. from clutch fork (Fig. 6).
(11) Install release fork rod on torque shaft lever (5) Grasp outer end of clutch fork and pull fork out
and secure with spring washer (Fig. 4 or 5). and free of retaining springs and pivot (Fig. 6). The
(12) On &Cylinder Models, install torque shaft re clutch fork has a riveted flat retaining spring that i s
turn spring between torque shaft and brake tube tee engaged in a hole in the pivot. The clutch release
clip. Install torque shaft to fork spring (Fig. 4 or 5). fork pivot is an ‘L’ shaped bracket bolted inside the
(13) On V-8 Models, install clutch fork return clutch housing.
spring (Fig. 6). (6) Remove fork from clutch housing.
CAUTION: When installing transmission, do not
lubricate splines or pilot end of transmission drive lnstallation
(1) Apply Multi-Mileage Lubricant, Part Number
pinion. These areas must be kept dry.
(14)Install C-730 Pilot Studs in clutch housing and 2525035, or Automotive Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI
install transmission as detailed in “Transmission In- grade 2, to edge of pivot hole (Fig. 6).
tallation,” Group 21. (2) Lubricate bearing contact areas at end of clutch
(15) Adjust clutch linkage as detailed under “Ad-
fork with Multi-Mileage Lubricant, or Automotive
Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI grade 2.
justing Clutch Pedal Free Play,” page 3.
(3) Install clutch release fork in housing, being
careful to engage flat retaining spring in hole in pivot
CRANKSHAFT TRANSMISSION DRIVE and under retaining springs of bearing sleeve.
PINION BUSHING (4) Install dust seal over release fork and engage
See Paragraph “Clutch Cleaning and Inspection,” groove of seal in clutch housing.
page 4, to determine serviceability of bushing. (5) Attach clutch release rod (Fig. 4 or 5).
(6) On 6-Cylinder Models, install torque shaft to
Removal fork spring (Fig. 4 or 5).
(1) Position outer portion of (2-3185 Bushing Re- (7) On V-8 Models, install clutch fork return spring
mover Tool in contact with button on end of center (Fig. 6).
screw. (8) Adjust clutch linkage as described under “Ad-
(2) Thread outer portion of tool tightly into justing Clutch Pedal Free Play,” page 3.
bushing.
(3) Turn center screw into outer portion of tool to CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING (Removed from
remove bushing. Clutch)
installation Removal
(1) Soak new bushing in engine oil prior to instal- (1) Examine condition of bearing. If noisy, rough or
lation. dry, under light thrust load, remove bearing from
(2) Remove nut and cup from C-3181 Installing and sleeve.
Burnishing Tool. (2) Support bearing in a vise or press and carefully
(3) Place new bushing on tool shaft and drive bush- press out sleeve.
0 CLUTCH 6-7
(3) Clean sleeve in solvent and remove all old lubri- housing, engaging fork under sleeve springs (Fig. 6).
cant. Be sure springs have lateral freedom.
CAUTION: When installing transmission, do not lubri-
Assembly cate splines or pilot end of transmission drive pinion.
CAUTION: Exercise care when installing a new clutch
These areas must be kept dry.
release bearing to avoid damaging bearing race. Never
drive bearing on sleeve with a hammer. Use either
(2) Install (2-730 Pilot Studs in clutch housing and
of following two methods.
install the transmission as detailed in “Transmission
Installation,” Group 21.
Vise Met hod (3) Adjust clutch linkage as detailed under “Ad-
(1) Position new bearing on sleeve and place old justing Clutch Pedal Free Play,” page 3.
bearing against face of new bearing.
(2) Support parts in a vise and carefully press new TORQUE SHAFT AND BEARINGS
bearing on sleeve (Fig. 9). Make certain bearing is
seated on shoulder of bearing sleeve. Rotate bearings Removal
as they are pressed together. (1) Remove pedal rod spring washer and pedal rod
from torque shaft lever (Fig. 4 or 5).
Press Method (2) On &Cylinder Models, remove torque shaft to
(1) Support sleeve on press bed.
(2) Position new bearing on sleeve and place old fork spring and torque shaft return spring (Fig. 4
bearing on new one. or 5).
(3) Bring press ram into contact with old bearing (3) On V-8 Models, remove clutch fork return
and apply sufficient pressure to seat new bearing spring (Fig. 6).
(4) Remove spring washer and clutch release fork
against shoulder of sleeve. Rotate bearings as they
are pressed together.
rod from torque shaft lever (Fig. 4 or 5).
(5) Remove torque shaft ball stud nut and washer
Lubrication at frame end of torque shaft.
(1) Fill cavity of bearing sleeve with Multi-Mileage (6) On Coronet models, unscrew torque shaft ball
Lubricant, Part Number 2525035, or Automotive stud from clutch housing. On Dart models, remove
Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI grade 2. two screws attaching ball stud bracket to clutch
(2) Also, apply a film of this same lubricant to fork housing and remove bracket.
lugs on sleeve. (7) Remove torque shaft assembly from frame side
(3) Apply a film of Multi-Mileage Lubricant, Part rail bracket and remove assembly from vehicle.
Number 2525035, or Automotive Multi-Purpose (8) Remove snap ring, ball studs and bearings from
Grease, NLGI grade 2, to pivot contact area of fork torque shaft.
retaining spring.
Cleaning and Inspection
Installat ion (1) Clean all parts in kerosene, mineral spirits or
(1) Install bearing and sleeve assembly in clutch other suitable solvent. Remove all grease from inside
torque shaft.
NEW BEARING (2) The two ball studs should be bright and free
OLD BEARING from scratches, ridges or other surface imperfections.
(3) The inner surfaces of bearings should also be
smooth and free from surface scratches or embedded
foreign material. The wear pattern should be uniform
over entire surface.
(4) Replace worn or cracked rubber seals.

Installation
(1) Install new seals on ball studs (Fig. 4 or 5).
(2) Coat counterbored ends of torque shaft, torque
shaft bearings and ball studs with Multi-Mileage
Lubricant, Part Number 2525035, or Automotive
Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI grade 2.
(3) Install bearings on ball studs and push studs
and bearings into torque shaft. Install snap ring on
Fig. 9-Installing Clutch Release Bearing on Sleeve frame end of shaft.
6-8 CLUTCH 0

(4) On Dart models, insert ball stud through frame


side rail bracket and position inner stud and bracket
against clutch housing. Install two bracket screws and
tighten to 200 inch-pounds. Install washer and nut
on end of outer stud and tighten to 40 foot-pounds.
On Coronet models, place torque shaft assembly in
approximate position and thread inner ball stud into
clutch housing. Tighten stud to 40 foot-pounds. Posi- \\ \

tion frame end of torque shaft in slotted frame


bracket. Install lockwasher and nut on stud and
tighten to 40 foot-pounds.
( 5 ) Connect release rod to torque shaft and secure
with spring washer.
(6)Connect pedal rod to torque shaft and secure
with spring washer. REAR FAICEOF ENGINE BLOCK NY 1601A
(7) On 6-Cylinder Models, install torque shaft re- Fig. I I-Offset Dowel Diagram (6-Cyl.)
turn spring between torque shaft and brake tube tee
clip. Install torque shaft to fork spring (Fig. 4 or 5). ing correct size offset dowels (Figs. 11 and 12). These
(8) On V-8 Models, install clutch fork return spring dowels are available in three offset sizes and they
(Fig. 9). must be installed in pairs of the same size: .007inch,
(9) Adjust clutch linkage as detailed on page 3. Part Number 1736347; .014 inch, Part Number
1736348 and .021inch, Part Number 1736353.
CLUTCH HOUSING ALIGNMENT (4)To illustrate recommended correction proce-
dure, assume total indicator reading is .020 inch, in
When performing adjustments or repairs that in-
volve removing the clutch housing, it will be neces- a direction which approximates 2 o'clock on engine
block (Figure 11 or 12,depending on model).
sary to align the face of the housing parallel with that
( 5 ) In this case, housing is off crankshaft centerline
of the block when assembling.
.010 inch (one-half total indicator reading) which is
.006 inch greater than allowable limit of .004 inch
Bore Runout (one-half total indicator reading).
(1)Mount C-870Aligning Bar with C-435 Dial Indi-
(6)In the case under consideration, installation of
cator on flywheel (Fig. 10). two .007 inch dowels will bring runout within the
(2)With C-771 Flywheel Turning Tool, turn fly-
wheel while noting dial indicator needle deflection. allowable limits of .004inch or .010 inch minus ,007
Out-of-round of bore must not exceed .008inch maxi- inch (dowels)which equals .003inch runout. '

(7)The amount of eccentricity of the dowel will


mum total indicator reading, or .004 inch, one-half
total indicator reading. produce a total indicator reading change of double
(3)Excess bore runout can be corrected by install- the dowel eccentricity, therefore, select a pair of
dowels with the nearest to one-half of total indicator
runout of bore. For runout (total indicator reading)
7-
12

REAR FACE OF
ENGINE BLOCK

NB131
KR5 6

Fig. IO-Measuring Clutch Housing Bore Runout Fig. 12-Offset Dowel Diagram (84~1.)
0 CLUTCH 6-9
runout. Small corrections can be made by removing
clutch housing (if necessary) and turning dowels with
a screwdriver to shift housing and bring bore within
limits.
Face Runout
(1)Relocate Dial Indicator (Fig. 13) and rotate fly-
wheel, using Tool C-771.If total indicator reading is
greater than .006 inch, note amount of total indicator
reading and location of lowest indicator reading (i.e.,
point where indicator arm or follower is extended
furthest).
(2)To correct excessive runout, place proper
thickness shim stock between clutch housing and
engine block or between transmission and clutch
housing. After remeasuring face runout, tighten 7/16
inch housing bolts to 50 foot-pounds and 3/8 inch
Fig. 13-Measuring Clutch Housing Face Runov) bolts to 30 foot-pounds.
(3)Install clutch release bearing, fork, linkage and
of .009" through .020", use a .007" dowel (No. transmission. Adjust clutch linkage.
1736347);.022" through .034", use .014" dowel (No.
1736348) and .036" through .052", use .021" dowel STEAM CLEANING PRECAUTIONS
(No. 1736353). Since the clutch housing has provisions for ventila-
(8)To install dowels, remove clutch housing and tion, condensation from steam vapors tend to accumu-
old dowels from rear face of engine block. late on the internal clutch mechanism when the
(9) Install both dowels with slots parallel and vehicle is steam cleaned. The facings of the disc will
aligned in direction to correct bore runout. (Slot indi- absorb moisture, and the force exerted by the pres-
cates direction of maximum dowel eccentricity). Both sure plate, will bond the facings to flywheel and/or
dowels must be inserted into engine block, up to off- pressure plate, if car is allowed to stand for some
set shoulder. time before use. If this condition occurs, it will neces-
(10)Install clutch housing to engine block bolts. sitate replacement of disc assembly, flywheel and/or
Tighten 7/16 inch bolts to 50 foot-pounds and 3/8 clutch assembly. Immediately after cleaning opera-
inch bolts to 30 foot-pounds. tion, start engine and "slip clutch" in order to dry
(11) Remount dial indicator and remeasure bore off disc assembly, pressure plate, and/or flywheel.

SPECIFICATIONS
DART, CORONET
CLUTCH
Make ................ Borg & Beck Auburn Borg & Beck Auburn Borg & Beck
Model ............... 1574 100342-2 1669 100459-1 1649
Type ................ Dry Disc Dry Disc Dry Disc Dry Disc Dry Disc
Model Application .... Dart Dart/Coronet* Dart1Coronet* Dart Coronet
Usage with
Engine Size ........ Std. 170cu. in. Spec. Eq. Spec. Eq. Std. 273 cu. in. Taxi 225 cu. in.
170cu. in. 170cu. in.
Std. 225 cu. in. Std. 225 cu. in.
Std. 225 cu. in.* Std. 225 cu. in.*
CLUTCH DISC
Facing Material ....... Woven Asbestos Woven Asbestos Woven Asbestos Woven Asbestos Woven Asbestos
Outside Diameter ..... 9-118" 9-1I 4" 9-114" 9-112" 11"
T h ickness ............ .125" .114" ,125" .114" .135"
Disc Springs (number). 4 Closed 6 Closed 6
Spring Color ......... Chartreuse - Light Blue - Blue
CLUTCH COVER
Pressure Springs
(n urn ber) .......... 6 3 6 3 9
6-10 CLUTCH 0

SPEC1FlCATlONS (Cont'd)
DART, CORONET
Spring Color ......... 3 White Red Stripe Red Green 6 No Paint
3 No Paint 3 White
Pedal Free Play
(at fork end) ........ 5132" 5132" 5/32" 5/32" 5132"

CORONET
CLUTCH
Make ................. Borg & Beck Borg & Beck Borg & Beck Borg & Beck Borg & Beck
Model ............... 1576 1678 1506 1647 1740
Type ................ Dry Disc Dry Disc Dry Disc Dry Disc Dry Disc
Model Application .... Coronet Coronet Cor0net Coronet Coronet
Usage with
Engine Size ........ Police Std. 273 cu. in. Spec. Eq. Std. 383 cu. in. Std. 426 Hemi
225 cu. in. 273 cu. in.
Std. 318 cu. in.
CLUTCH DISC
Facing Material ...... Woven Asbestos Woven Asbestos Woven Asbestos Woven Asbestos Woven Asbestos
Outside Diameter ..... 1(Y' 10" 10-1/2" 10-1/2/' 11"
Thickness ............ .125/.135" .125" .125" .125" .135"
Disc Springs (number). 6 10 10 10 5
Spring Color ......... 4 Pink 5 Black 5 Green 5 Green No Paint
2 White 5 Red 5 Tan 5 Tan
CLUTCH COVER
Pressure Springs
(nurn ber) .......... 9 9 9 12 12
Spring Color ......... White 6 Black 3 White 6 White 9 White
3 Lavender 6 No Paint 6 Tan 3 No Paint
Pedal Free Play
(at fork end) ........ 5/32" 5132" 5132" 5132" 5/32"
CLUTCH
Make ................................................................ Borg & Beck
Model ................................................................ 1748
Type ................................................................. Dry Disc
Model Application .................................................... Coronet
Usage with Engine Size ............................................... Stud. 440 cu. in.
CLUTCH DISC
Facing Material ....................................................... Woven Asbestos
Outside Diameter ..................................................... 11"
Thickness ............................................................ .135"
Disc springs (number) ................................................. 5
Spring Color .......................................................... No Paint
CLUTCH COVER
Pressure Springs (number) ............................................ 12
Spring Color .......................................................... 9White 3 No Paint
Pedal Free Play (at fork end) .......................................... 5132"

TIGHTENING REFERENCE
POUNDS POUNDS
FOOT INCH FOOT INCH
Clutch Cover to Flywheel Bolts (5/16"). . 200 Clutch Housing Pan Bolts ............ 200
..
Clutch Cover to Flywheel Bolts (3/8"). 30 Flywheel Screws (All except 426 Hemi) . 55
Clutch Fork Pivot Bolts ............... 200 Flywheel Screws (426 Hemi) ........... 70
.
Clutch Housing to Engine Bolts (318"). 30 Torque Shaft Ball Stud ................ 40
.
Clutch Housing to Engine Bolts (7/16"). 50 Torque Shaft Ball Stud Nut.. .......... 40
Transmission to Clutch Housing Bolts.. 50
0
GROUP 7
COOLING SYSTEM
CONTENTS
Page Page
GENERAL INFORMATION .............. 1 SPECIFICATIONS ...................... 12
SERVICE DIAGNOSIS .................. 1 TIGHTENING REFERENCE .............. 15
SERVICE PROCEDURES ................ 3 CONVERSION TABLE .................. 14
GENERAL INFO R MATlON
In order to provide satisfactory protection for the equipped and trailer towing package, is a combina-
wide variety of corporation models the cooling system tion of the standard and air conditioning systems as
of each must be tailored to specific needs. To do this necessary to provide protection against overheating
effectively the Corporation offers three basic systems: for unusually severe operation requirements.
(1) Standard For internal cooling system protection each cooling
(2) Air Conditioning system is factory equipped with sufficient permanent
(3) Maximum Cooling type anti-freeze for -20°F. protection. It is recom-
The standard system consists of a tube and spacer mended that the coolant be changed annually to in-
type radiator, 16 psi radiator pressure cap, centrifugal sure adequate anti-freeze and corrosion protection. In
water pump, 180°F. thermostat*, and a four or seven areas where anti-freeze is not required, MOPAR rust
blade fan (Fig. 1).See specifications for application. inhibitor or equivalent must be added to the water
The cooling system for air conditioned, cleaner air coolant for normal corrosion protection. Air condi-
package equipped and trailer towing package vehicle tioned cars require year round protection with
generally requires a greater capacity radiator along permanent type anti-freeze with a minimum of
with a fan shroud, special centrifugal water pump, +
15°F. protection for summer operation and addi-
larger fan, and thermostatically controlled fan drive
(in some installations). See specifications for applica-
tions.
tional anti-freeze in the winter according to the pre-
vailing temperatures. I
The maximum cooling system, cleaner air package * 170 Cubic Inch Engine with CAP. has a 190° thermostat.
SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
EXTERNAL LEAKAGE (a) Loose hose clamp. (a) Replace the hose clamp.
(b) Hose leaking. (b) Replace the hose.
(c) Leaking radiator. (c) Repair or replace the radiator a s
necessary.
(d) Water pump leaking through vent (d) Replace the water pump seal and
hole. impeller.
(e) Loose core hole plug. (e) Install new core hole plug.
(f) Damaged gasket, or dry gasket, if (f) Replace gaskets as necessary.
engine has been stored.
(g) Cylinder head bolts loose, or tightened (g) Replace the cylinder head gasket and
unevenly. torque head in correct sequence.
(h) Leak at heater connection. (h) Clean the heater connections and
replace the hoses and clamps if
necessary.
(i) Leak at water temperature sending (i) Tighten t h e water temperature send-
unit. ing unit.
(j) Leak at water pump attaching bolt. (j) Tighten the water pump attaching
bolts to 30 foot-pounds.
(k) Leak a t exhaust manifold stud. (k) Seal and re-drive the stud.
(1) Cracked thermostat housing. (I) Replace the thermostat housing.
(m) Dented radiator inlet or outlet tube. (m) Straighten the radiator inlet or outlet
tube as necessary.
(n) Leaking heater core. (n) Repair or replace the heater core.
( 0 ) Cracked or porous water pump hous- (01 Replace the water pump assembly.
i ng.
(p) Warped or cracked cylinder head. (p) Replace the cylinder head.
(4)Cracked cylinder block. (4) Replace the cylinder block.
(r) Sand holes or porous condition in (r) Replace the cylinder block or cylinder
block or head. head a s necessary.
7-2 COOLING SYSTEM 0

Condition Possible Cause Correction


(SI Faulty pressure cap. (SI Replace pressure cap.
(t) Loose or stripped oil cooler fittings. (t) Tighten or replace as necessary.
INTERNAL LEAKAGE (a) faulty head gasket. (a) Install a new head gasket.
(b) Refer to causes (f), (g), (p), (q), (r) and (b) Refer to corrections (f), (g), (p), (q),
(t) listed under External Leakage. (r) and (t) listed under External Leak-
age.
(c) Crack in head into valve compart- (c) Pressure test cooling system, replace
ment. the cylinder head.
(d) Cracked valve port. (d) Pressure test cooling system, replace
the cylinder head.
(e) Crack in block into push rod compart- (e) Pressure test cooling system, replace
ment. the cylinder block.
(f) Cracked cylinder wall. (f) Pressure test cooling system, replace
the cylinder block.
(g) Leaking oil cooler. (g) Repair or replace the oil cooler.
POOR CIRCULATION (a) Low coolant level. (a) Fill radiator to correct level.
(b) Collapsed radiator hose. (A bottom (b) Replace the hose and spring.
hose with faulty spring may collapse
only at medium or high -
- ennine
speeds.)
(c) Fan belt Jose, glazed, or oil soaked. (c) Tighten or replace the fan belt as
necessary.
(d) Air leak through bottom hose. (d) Reposition hose clamps or replace
the hose. Check radiator outlets for
dents or out-of-rounds.
(e) Faulty thermostat. (e) Replace the thermostat
(f) Water pump impeller broken or loose (f) Replace the water pump impeller as-
on shaft. se mbIy.
(g) Restricted radiator core water pas- (g) Flush the radiator thoroughly or rod
sages. out if necessary.
(h) Restricted engine water jacket. (h) Flush the engine cooling system thor-
oughly.
OVERHEATING (a) Blocked radiator air passages. (a) Blow out the radiator air passages.
(refer to Causes and (b) Incorrect ignition timing. (b) Time the engine ignition system.
Corrections listed (c) Low engine oil level. (c) Add engine oil to the correct level.
under “Poor Circulation”) (d) Incorrect valve timing. (d) Correct the engine valve timing.
(e) Inaccurate temperature gauge, (e) Replace the temperature gauge.
(f) Restricted overflow tube. (f) Remove restriction from the overflow
tube.
(g) Faulty radiator pressure cap or seat (g) Replace the radiator cap. Clean or re-
place seat.
(h) Frozen heat control valve. (h), Free up the manifold heat control
va Ive.
(i) Dragging brakes. (i) Adjust the brakes.
(j) Excessive engine idling. (j) Increase idle R.P.M. or stop engine.
(k) Frozen coolant. (k) Thaw out cooling system, add anti-
freeze as required.
(I) Faulty fan drive unit. (I) Replace the fan drive unit
(m) Faulty temperature sending u n i t (m) Replace the sending unit.
OVERFLOW LOSS (a) Overfilling. (a) Adjust coolant to the correct level.
(Also refer t o Causes and (b) Coolant foaming due to insufficient (b) Flush the radiator and add antifreeze
Corrections listed under corrosion inhibitor. or rust inhibitor as required.
“Poor Circulation and (c) Blown head gasket. (c) Replace the head gasket.
Overheating”) (d) Broken or shifted lower hose spring. (d) Replace lower hose.
CORROSION (a) Use of water containing large concen- (a) Use only clean soft water with inhibi-
tration of lime and minerals. tor.
(b) Low coolant level. (b) Fill the cooling system to the correct
level,
(c) Insufficient corrosion inhibitor. (c) Use antifreeze or rust inhibitor as re-
qu ired.
(d) Use of antifreeze for extended length (d) Drain cooling system and replace with
of time. new antifreeze.
0 COOLING SYSTEM 7-3
Condition Possible Cause Correction
(e) Failure to use corrosion inhibitor in (e) Flush radiator and refill with clean
summer. soft water and rust inhibitor.
Air leak at bottom radiator hose. (f) Reposition hose clamps or replace
the hose.
TEMPERATURE TOO Faulty thermostat. (a) Replace the thermostat.
LOW-S LOW ENG I NE Inaccurate temperature gauge. (b) Replace the temperature gauge.
WARM-UP Faulty temperature sending unit. (c) Replace the sending unit.
WATER PUMP NOISY Seal noisy. (a) Add Water Pump Lube.
Bearing corroded. (b) Replace bearing seal and impeller.
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELTS
INSUFFICIENT Belt too loose. (a) Adjust belt tension.
ACCESSORY OUTPUT Belt excessively glazed or worn. (b) Replace and tighten as specified.
DUE TO BELT SLIPPAGE
BELT SQUEAL WHEN Belts too loose. (a) Adjust belt tension.
ACCELERATING Belts glazed. (b) Replace belts.
ENGINE
BELT SQUEAK AT IDLE Belt to loose. (a) Adjust belt tension.
Dirt and paint imbedded in belt. (b) Replace belt.
Non-uniform belt. (c) Replace belt.
Misaligned pulleys. (d) Align accessories (file brackets or use
spacers as required).
Non-uniform groove or eccentric pul- (e) Replace pulley.
ley.
BELT ROLLED OVER IN Broken cord in belt. (a) Replace belt.
GROOVE Belts not matched (AlC). (b) Install matched belts.
BELT JUMPS OFF Belt too loose. (a) Adjust belt tension.
Belts not matched (AlC). (b) Install matched belts.
Misaligned pulleys. (c) Align accessories.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
FAN FLUID FAN DRIVE
There are no repairs to be made to fan. If fan is CAUTION: To prevent silicone fluid from draining
bent or damaged it should be replaced. into fan drive bearing and ruining the grease, do not
place drive unit with shaft pointing downward.
Removal
Loosen fan belt. Remove four fan attaching screws.
(1) If equipped with metal fan shroud, remove Torque Control Drive
upper half before proceeding as above. The Torque Control Drive (Fig. 2) is a silicone fluid
(2) If equipped with one piece plastic fan shroud, filled coupling connecting fan to fan pulley. The unit
remove shroud attaching screws. Separate shroud allows fan to be driven in normal manner at low en-
from radiator. Position shroud rearward on engine. gine speeds while limiting top speed of fan to pre-
Fan attaching screws can now be removed. determined level at higher engine speeds.
(3) On models equipped with fluid fan drive, re-
move fan drive attaching screws. The fan and fluid Thermal Control Drive
fan drive are removed as a unit.
The Thermal Control Drive (Figs. 3 and 4) is es-
lnstallat ion sentially the same as Torque unit except for a ther-
Use correct fan spacer, if required, so clearance mostatic spring on drive face. This thermostat senses
between fan blades and radiator is 3/4 to 1-1/4inches. temperature from the radiator and engages the drive
No fan spacer permitted with fluid fan drive regard- for higher fan speed if temperature from the radiator
less of fan blades to radiator clearance. Install upper rises above a certain point.
half of shroud or one piece shroud on vehicles so In case of engine overheating during slow car speed
equipped. Tighten fan belt as outlined in “Belt Ten- or idle operation, increase engine speed to approxi-
sion Specifications”. mately 1000 rpm in neutral gear. If condition is not
7-4 COOLING SYSTEM 0

9- 0

\
PULLEY
\

.-
NY‘72C
‘*. ‘*... NP54l

Fig. I-Standard Fan Drive Fig. 3--Thermal Control Fan Drive


1273-3 18 Cubic Inch Engine)
corrected by increasing engine speed, replace fan
drive unit with unit known to be operating properly
and test by operating vehicle under Sam-e conditions. /nstallation
Replace original drive unit assembly if trouble was CAUTION: When replacing the water pump do not
corrected with test unit. install a standard water pump on any air conditioned
vehicle or vice versa. See specifications for proper
WATER PUMP pump.
(1) Install water pump body on housing, using a
Removal new gasket.
(1) Drain the cooling system. (Remove upper half (2) Tighten bolts to 30 foot-pounds. Install pulley,
of fan shroud if so equipped or set one piece shroud spacer (or fluid drive) and fan.
back on engine). (3) Tighten nuts to 15 foot-pounds. Install upper
(2) Loosen power steering pump, idler pulley and half of fan shroud or one piece shroud if so equipped.
alternator. Remove all belts. Fill the cooling system and test for leaks. Tighten
(3) Remove fan, spacer (or fluid drive) and pulley. belts as outlined in “Belt Tension Specifications”.
CAUTION: To prevent silicone fluid from draining
into fan drive bearing and ruining the grease, do not
place drive unit with shaft pointing downward. Disassembly ( 1 70,225 Cubic /rich Engines)
(4) Remove the bolts attaching the water pump Refer to (Fig. 5) and proceed as follows:
body to the housing. Remove the water pump and dis-
card gasket.
-
1
.
1
-

-1
I

NK480A
Fig. 4--Thermal Control Fan Drive
Fig. 2--Torque Control Fan Drive ( 3 8 3 4 4 0 Cubic Inch Engine)
0 COOLING SYSTEM 7-5
the metal insert. (4) With pump housing supported at hub end, apply
(2) Remove the separator plate and gasket. pressure against outer lip portion of the cartridge
(3) Split the sintered metal insert of the plastic seal and press cartridge seal assembly into body until
impeller with a chisel and hammer. retainer lip is against the pump body.
(4) Remove the rubber and spring portions of the (5) While supporting the pump, on impeller end
cartridge seal. of shaft, press fan hub onto shaft (flat surface out)
(5) Using remover Tool C-3753 (Fig. 6) remove the so that shaft extends 13/32 inch beyond the fan hub.
retainer portion of the cartridge seal. (6) Position new gaskets on each side of the sepa-
(6) Remove fan hub using remover Tool C-412. rator plate and install plate on pump body.
(7) Support the pump body on the front face (fan (7) Clean the cartridge seal face and impeller
hub end) and apply pressure to rear end of shaft to hub lapped surface.
press shaft and bearing assembly out through front (8) Support pump on fan hub end of shaft and posi-
of pump. tion new impeller on pump shaft (blade portion
(8) Use a wire brush to remove all rust from the down). Using a tool that will press against the im-
separator plate. Clean all parts with a suitable sol- peller insert only, press impeller onto shaft until it
vent and dry with compressed air. Bearing assemblies is flush with end of shaft.
removed from water pumps should not be reused,
as damage to the bearing will usually result during Disassembly (273,3 18 Cubic lnch Engines)
removal. CAUTION: Do not rebuild water pump when fluid fan
drive is used-use new water pump instead.
Assembly ( 170,225 Cubic lnch Engines) Refer to (Fig. 7) and proceed as follows:
Inspect seal surface of the impeller hub to be sure (1) Break the plastic impeller and remove it from
it is free of nicks, burrs, scratches and rust. I f neces- the metal insert (Fig. 8).
sary remove these blemishes using crocus cloth on (2) Split the sintered metal insert of the plastic
a flat plate. impeller with a chisel and hammer.
(1) With slinger ring in position on long end of (3) Remove the rubber portion of the shaft seal
pump shaft (approximately 1/8 inch from bearing as- and spring.
sembly) start shaft and bearing assembly into fan (4) Using Puller Tool C-3753 remove the retainer
end of pump body bore. portion of the seal.
(2) Use a 2 inch length of 1-1/2 inch O.D. pipe (5) Remove fan hub using puller Tool C-412, as
and support pump body at seal end, and with Tool shown in (Fig. 9).
(2-3468, positioned against the outer bearing race only, (6) Support the body on the fan hub end and press
press shaft and bearing into pump body so end of out the shaft and bearing assembly.
outer bearing race is flush with body hub end. Be (7) Use a wire brush to remove all rust from hous-
careful not to “bottom out” end of shaft as this may ing. Clean all parts with a suitable solvent and dry
damage the balls and bearing races. with compressed air. Bearing assemblies removed
(3) Apply a thin coat of Perfect Seal or equivalent from water pumps should not be reused, as damage
to seal pocket in pump body. to the bearing will usually result during removal.
PUMP BODY WITH
SHAFT AND BEARING IMPELLER

SEPARATOR PLATE

SCREW AND

CARTRIDGE SEAL
N Y 1 346
N Y 242 C

Fig. 5-170-225 Cubic lnch Engine Water Pump Fig. 6-Removing Seal Retainer or Cartridge
7-6 COOLING SYSTEM 3

HOUSING GASKET
HUB /

’ CARTRIDGE

63x405 B
NK478 A
Fig. 7-273-3 I 8 Cubic Inch Engine Water Pump
Assembly (273,3 18 Cubic Inch Engines) Fig. 9-Removing Fan Hub
Inspect the seal surface of the impeller hub to be
sure it is free of nicks, burrs, scpatches and rust. If C-3468,positioned against the outer bearing race only,
necessary remove these blemishes using crocus cloth press shaft and bearing into pump body, so end of
on a flat plate. bearing is flush with housing. Be careful not to
(1)Apply a thin coat of Perfect Seal or equivalent “bottom out” end of shaft as this may damage the
to seal pocket in pump body. balls and bearing races.
(2)With pump housing supported at hub end, use a (5) While supporting the pump on impeller end of
1-1/4inch (12point) socket to apply pressure against shaft, press fan hub onto shaft so shaft extends 11/32
outer lip of seal retainer and press seal assembly into inch through fan hub.
body until retainer lip is against pump body. (6) Support pump on fan hub end of shaft and
(3)With slinger ring in position on long end of position new impeller on pump .shaft (blade portion
pump shaft (approximately 1/8 inch from bearing as- down). Using a tool that will press against the im-
sembly) start shaft and bearing assembly into fan peller insert only, press impeller onto shaft until it
hub end of pump body bore. is flush with end of shaft.
(4)Use a 2 inch length of 1-1/2 inch O.D. pipe
and s u ~ ~ oDumD
r t bods at seal end, and with Tool Disassembly (383-426-440 Cubic Inch
Engines)
CAUTION: Do not rebuild water pump when fluid
fan drive is used.-Use new water pump instead.
To service the water pump, refer to (Fig. 10) then
proceed as follows:
(1)Support the pump on the hub end and remove
the plastic impeller by breaking it away from the
metal insert, as shown in (Fig.8).
(2)Split the sintered metal insert of the plastic
impeller with a chisel and hammer (Fig. 9).
The shaft and bearing assembly does not have to be
removed to service a leaking pump. The shaft and
bearing assembly should be very carefully inspected
to be sure the pump leak has not damaged the bear-
ing.
(3)Remove fan hub with Tool C-412.
(4)Remove the rubber portion of the shaft seal
and spring.
(5) Using Tool C-3753,remove seal retainer from
Fig. 8-Removing Plastic Impeller and
the housing.
Metal Insert (6)Support the body on the fan hub end and press
0 COOLING SYSTEM 7-7
shaft, press fan hub onto shaft (flat surface out) so
OUTLET ELBOW
shaft extends 11/32 inch through fan hub.
(6) Support pump on fan hub end of shaft and posi-
TEMPERATURE SENDING UNIT tion new impeller on pump shaft (blade portion up).
BOLT AND LOCKWASHER Using a tool that will press against the impeller insert
GASKET IMPELLER only, press impeller onto shaft until it is flush with
PLUGS
end of shaft.
h CARTRIDGE
RADIATOR

”/ //
15
SHAFT AND
BEARING
HUB
Removal
(1)Drain cooling system.
(2) On vehicles with automatic transmission, dis-
connect oil cooler lines at radiator bottom tank.
(3) Remove upper and lower radiator hoses (using
pliers C-3250).
(4)On vehicles with metal fan shroud remove lower
I
SLINGER /
HOUSING /- 18 half of shroud.
GASKET HoUSING KR233D
(5) On vehicles with one piece plastic fan shroud,
Fig. 10-383-426-440 Cubic Inch Engine separate shroud from radiator and position rear-
Water Pump ward on engine for maximum clearance.
(6)Remove radiator attaching screws.
out the shaft and bearing assembly. (7) Radiator can now be lifted free from engine
The bearing and hub assemblies removed from compartment. Care should be taken not to damage
water pumps for any reason should not be used again radiator cooling fins or water tubes during removal.
because damage to bearings and hub usually result Fan damage should always be avoided.
during removal.
(7) Clean all parts thoroughly. Remove rust from Installation
the housing with a wire brush. (1) Slide radiator down into position behind
radiator support and install attaching screws.
Assembly (383-440 Cubic Inch Engines) (2)Install fan shroud (if so equipped), connect
To assemble the water pump, refer to (Fig. 10)then hoses, and connect transmission oil cooler lines, if
proceed as follows: so equipped.
Inspect the seal surface of the impeller hub to be (3)Fill cooling system to 1-1/4” below filler neck
sure it is free of nicks, burrs, scratches and rust. I f seat with water and rust inhibitor or water and anti-
necessary remove these blemishes using crocus cloth freeze, as required. After warm-up, re-check coolant
on a flat plate. level.
(1)Apply a thin coat of Perfect Seal or equivalent (4) On vehicles with automatic transmission, meas-
to seal pocket in pump body. ure transmission oil level after warm-up and add oil
(2)With pump housing supported at hub end, use as required.
a 1-1/4 inch (12 point) socket to apply pressure
against outer lip of seal retainer and press seal as- Cleaning
sembly into the body until retainer lip is against the (1)Drain cooling system and refill with clean
pump body. SOFT water and add the contents of one can (No. 1
(3) With slinger ring in position on long end of top-compartment) of MoPar Cooling System Cleaner
pump shaft (approximately 1/8 inch from bearing or equivalent.
assembly) start shaft and bearing assembly into fan (2) Operate engine at a fast idle for 1/2 to 3/4
hub end of pump body bore. hour.
(4)Use a 2 inch length of 1-1/2 inch O.D. pipe (3) Drain cooling system and refill with clean water.
and support pump body at seal end. With Tool C-3468 (4)Pour conditioner (No.2 bottom-compartment)
positioned against the outer bearing race, press shaft into radiator and run engine for ten minutes.
and bearing into pump body so end of outer bearing (5) Flush entire cooling system until water runs
race is exactly flush with end of pump body hub end. clean.
Be careful not to “bottom out” end of shaft as this (6)Refill radiator with clean SOFT water.
may damage the balls and bearing races. (7) Use Radiator Rust Inhibitor during summer
(5) While supporting the pump on impeller end of months.
7-8 COOLING SYSTEM 0

TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER Flushing Cylinder Block


(1) Drain radiator and remove hoses at radiator.
The transmission oil cooler is located in the bottom (2) Remove thermostat and reinstall thermostat
radiator tank, which is an integral part of the radiator. housing.
In case of a leak, engine coolant may become mixed (3) Install flushing gun Tool C-3514, or other
with transmission fluid, also, transmission fluid may suitable flushing gun to inlet hose.
enter cooling system. Both cooling system and trans- (4)Connect water hose of gun to a pressure water
mission should be inspected in event cooler is leaking. source and air hose of gun to a pressure air source.
(5) Turn on water, and when cylinder block is
resting Oil Cooler for Leaks filled turn on air in short blasts.
(1) Disconnect both oil cooler lines at radiator. (6) Allow cylinder block to fill between blasts of
(2) Connect a pressure gauge to one cooler con- air.
nection and a shut off valve to the other. Close the (7) Continue this procedure until water runs clean.
valve. Test thermostat and if satisfactory, reinstall: other-
(3) Connect a source of air pressure to the valve. wise, replace using a new housing gasket.
(4)Coat all fittings with oil. (8) Refill cooling system and test for leaks.
(5) Open the valve and apply (up to 100 psi) air
pressure. Oil bubbles will identify any fitting joint Reverse Flushing Radiator
leaks. Repair all joint leaks. (1) Drain cooling system and remove hoses from
engine.
(6) Close the valve. Gauge reading will then drop
(2) Install a flushing gun Tool C-3514, or other
if cooler is leaking.
suitable flushing gun in radiator lower outlet.
(3) Fill radiator and turn on air in short blasts.
Repairing the Oil Cooler CAUTION: Internal radiator pressure must not ex-
(1) Remove radiator from vehicle. ceed 17 psi, as damage to radiator may result.
(2) Remove radiator bottom tank. (4) Continue this procedure until water runs clean.
(3) Melt the soft solder holding the cooler to the Refill cooling system.
tank. (5) Run engine and test for leaks.
(4)Remove the stamped retainer nuts holding the
cooler fittings to the bottom tank and remove the THERMOSTAT
cooler.
(5) Install a new cooler or repair the old cooler The thermostat is actuated by a pellet containing a
with silver solder and reinstall as follows: copper-impregnated wax, as shown in (Fig. 11). As
(6) Position oil cooler in bottom tank and install the temperature of the pellet increases, the wax ex-
the stamped retainer nuts on oil cooler fittings. pands and opens the valve. A 180” thermostat is
(7) Use soft solder to secure the cooler in the tank. standard equipment.*
(8) Attach bottom tank to radiator using soft If the thermostat does not close completely when
solder. cold, the engine will warm up slowly or not at all,
(9) Install radiator as described in Paragraph and heater performance will also be impaired. Poor
“Radiator”. heater performance may also be due to valve open-
(10) Fill cooling system and test for leaks.
ing at too low a temperature. Too high a valve open-
ing temperature or a valve that will not open can
If the transmission operates properly after repair- cause overheating.
ing the leak, drain the transmission and torque con-
verter while hot, remove the transmission oil pan * 170 Cubic Inch Engine with C.A.P. has a 190° thermostat.
and inspect for sludge, rust, dirty or plugged inlet
filter. If none of these conditions are found, recon-
ditioning may not be necessary. Reassemble, using
Transmission Fluid AQ-ATF Suffix “A”.

REVERSE FLUSHING THE COOLING SYSTEM


Reverse flushing of the cooling system is the forc-
ing of water through the cooling system, using air
NP542
pressure in a direction opposite to that of the normal
flow of water. Fig. II-Thermostats
0 COOLING SYSTEM 7-9

Removal RADIATOR HOSES


(1)Drain cooling system down to thermostat level
or below. The hoses are removed and installed using hose
(2)Remove upper radiator hose from thermostat clamp pliers C-3250.
housing. A hardened, cracked, swollen or restricted host
(3)Remove thermostat housing bolts and remove should be replaced.
thermostat and housing. The reinforcement spring inside the lower hose is
necessary to prevent collapsing of the hose due to
Testing Thermostat suction at medium or high engine speeds. If this
(1)Visually inspect thermostat to make sure valve spring is deformed, it should be replaced.
closes tightly. If valve does not close completely due
to dirt, sand or other foreign material, carefully clean RADIATOR 'PRESSURE CAP
the sealing edge making sure the sealing edge is
not damaged. If valve does not close tightly when Radiators are equipped with a 16 psi cap, as stand-
clean, install a new thermostat. ard equipment (Fig. 12).
(2)Immerse thermostat in a container of warm WARNING: When removing pressure cap, turn coun-
water so that pellet of thermostat is completely cov- terclockwise to stop, permitting built-up pressure to
ered. The pellet must not touch bottom or sides of escape through overflow tube. This will prevent hot
container. water from spraying out of radiator filler opening.
(3) Heat the water and stir it continuously (to in-
sure uniform temperature) and check water tempera- PRESSURE TESTING RADIATOR CAP
ture with a thermometer at the point when a .001"
feeler gauge can be inserted into valve opening the Select the short neoprene seal and metal adapter
feeler gauge should pass freely into the valve open- from the kit, Tool (2-3499.Slip the seal on the tube at
ing at a water temperature of 177" to 184°F for a the bottom of the instrument. Then attach either end
180" thermostat and a water temperature of 187" to of the short adapter to the instrument. Dip the pres-
194" for a 190" thermostat. If outside of this range, sure cap in water and apply cap to end of adapter.
replace thermostat. Working the plunger, as shown in (Fig. 13) bring the
(4) Continue heating water to approximately 200°F pressure to 16 pounds on the gauge. If the pressure
for a 180" thermostat and 210" temperature for a cap fails to hold the pressure within a range of 14-17
190" thermostat. The thermostat valve should be pounds, replace the cap with a new tested cap.
fully open at this temperature. If it is not, replace The brass vent valve at the bottom of the cap
thermostat. should hang freely. If the rubber gasket has swollen
and prevents the valve from hanging loosely, replace
lnsiallation the cap.
(1) Using a new gasket, position thermostat so
pellet end is toward engine and attach with bolts PRESSURE TESTING COOLING SYSTEM
through thermostat housing.
(2) If removed, reinstall or replace the upper hose. (1)Wipe the radiator filler neck sealing seat clean.
(3)Fill cooling system to 1-1/4inches below filler The water level should be 1/2 inch below neck of
neck with water and rust resistor or water and anti- radiator.
freeze. (2)Attach the Tester Tool C-3499 to the radiator,
as shown in (Fig. 14)and apply 15 pounds pressure. Lf
I PRESSURE CAP

GASKET
VENT VALVE-
6 4 x 186

Fig. 12-Radiator Pressure Cap Fig. 1%-Testing Pressure Cap


7-10 COOLING SYSTEM. 0

the engine is running. Race the engine, and if the


needle on the dial fluctuates it indicates a combus-
tion leak, usually a head gasket.
(4) Remove the wires from the spark plugs on one
bank and operate the engine on the opposite bank.
If the needle continues to fluctuate, it indicates a
leak on the bank still in operation. If the needle
ceases to fluctuate, the leak is in the bank, from
which combustion has been released.
(5) If the needle on the dial does not fluctuate, race
the engine a few times and if an abnormal m o u n t
of water emits from the exhaust system at the tail
pipe, it may indicate a leak that can be a faulty head
gasket, cracked engine block, or the cylinder head
near the exhaust ports.
(6) If the above pressure test of the cooling sys-
tem holds the pressure (step 5), then there is no leak,
Fig. 14-Pressure Testing Cooling System however, there may be internal leaks which can be
the pressure drops inspect all points for external determined by removing the oil dip-stick and if water
leaks. globules appear intermixed with the oil it will indi-
WARNING: Pressure builds up fast. Any excessive cate a serious internal leak in the engine. If there is
amount of pressure built up by continuous engine an internal leak, the engine must be disassembled,
operation must be released to a safe pressure point. the leak located and necessary new parts installed.
NEVER PERMIT PRESSURE TO EXCEED 17 Ibs.
(3) If there are no external leaks, after the gauge ENGINE WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE
dial shows a drop in pressure, detach the tester and
run the engine to operating temperature in order to For Removal, Installation and Testing procedures
open the thermostat and allow the coolant to expand. of the water temperature sending and receiving
Reattach the tester and pump to 7 Ibs. pressure while units, refer to “Electrical” Group 8 “Gauges”.

ACCESSORY BELT DRIVES


PROPER BELT TENSION by using a special Tool C-3841 and torque wrench
To01 C-3005.
Satisfactory performance of belt driven acces- The special tool should be hooked at the heavily-
sories (Fig. 15)depends on the maintenance of proper ribbed section of the alternator rectifier end shield.
belt tension. There are two methods by which belt Other belts can also be tightened by torque wrench if
tensions can be properly established. “The Torque the adjusting bracket has a square hole. To tighten
Method” and “The Belt Deflection Method”. If the belts by the torque method, loosen all mounting bolts
specified tensions are not maintained,, belt slippage and apply the specified torque to the accessory or
may cause engine overheating, lack of power steering idler. Tighten all mounting bolts while the torque is
assist, loss in air conditioning capacity, reduced belt applied to the accessory. If it is not possible to use
life. To avoid any such adverse effects, the following the torque wrench because of clearance, use an ex-
service procedure should be followed: tension.
Adjust all belts to the specified “used belt” ten-
sion at new vehicle preparation. The new belt ten- Belt Deflection Method
sion specifications apply for all belt replacement, All belts can also be adjusted by measuring the
and the used belt specifications followed thereafter. deflection of the belt at the mid-point between two
pulleys under a five-pound push or pull. A small
Torque Met hod spring scale can be used to establish the five-pound
All belts can be adjusted to the specified tension load. See Figure 15 for correct location at which to
by use of a torque wrench. Power steering belts measure deflection.
when used with the “self-tightening” bracket are This method should be used only when it is not
initially tightened by using Tool C-3832 and torque possible to use the torque method. To adjust belts
wrench Tool C-3005.The alternator belts are adjusted by the deflection method, loosen all mounting bolts
0 COOLING SYSTEM 7-11

NK481

SINGLE BELT n
ROLLER ASSY.

NK485

/xa
Fig. I 5-Belt Deflection Locations
and use a bar to apply tensions to the belts being and test the deflection. (See Specifications.) It may be
careful not to damage the accessory. A 1/2 inch necessary to repeat this procedure several times to
square drive hinge handle can be used if the acces- establishthecorrect tension.
sory has a square hole. Tighten the mounting bolts
7-12 SPECIFICATIONS 0

SPECIFKAT1ONS

Fan Water Pump Pres- Cool-


Oil Impeller sure ant
Cooler Box Diam- No, Diam- Cap Capaci-
Engine Options Transmission Size Shroud eter Blades Width Ratio Drive Spacer eter Blades PSI ty
170 None 3-Speed Manual
Automatic
- None
1W' *
i6" : 1%" 1.07 Solid 1.06" 3.50"
*6 *16 *11**
CAP. 3-Speed Manual- * * * * * * * * * *
Automatic 1W' * * * * * * * * * *
A/C NIA N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Trailer Tow N/A N/A N/A
-
N/A N/A NIA
-
NIA NIA NIA NIA NIA NIA NIA
225 None %Speed Manual None
i6" ,4 i'h" 1.07 Solid 1.06'' 3.50''
*6 *16 *lP*
C.A P.
Automatic
%Speed Manual
1W'
1W'
- *
* 17"
*
4
*
1%'
*
*
*
*
* *
*
*
*
*
A/C
Automatic
>Speed Manual
1Wf
- Yes
* i'h" 1.10 *
*
*
* ** *13**
A/C and CAP.
Automatic
>Speed Manual
Automatic 1W'
- *
*
*
*
*
*
*
* * *
*
* * 13.
*
Trailer Tow 81 A/C Automatic 1W? * * * * * * *
Trailer Tow Automatic 1wt * * * * 1.07 * * *
273-2 BBI. None >Speed Manual -1W' None 17"
*4 2"
* .95 Solid 20" 4.W' 10 16 !E**
CAP.
Automatic
>Speed Manual -
1W'
*
*17" 7
* *1%'
* *
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
A/C
Automatic
3-Speed Manual -
- N/A N/A
17"
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
$0"
N/A N/A N/A N/A
4-Speed Manual Yes 7 1%1' .95 Solid 10
* * * 4.m'
*16 18**
*
A/C and CAP.
Automatic
3-Speed Manual
&Speed Manual
-
1
-
Wt
N/A
Tes
N/A
17''
N/A N/A
7 2%''
N/A
1.4
N/A N/A
Thermal tone
N/A
3.W
N/A
6
N/A N/A
16 18**
Automatic 1W' * * * * *
Trailer Tow Automatic 1W' * 17" 7 1%!' .95 Solid 2.0'' 4.m' 10 * *
273-4 BBI. None 4-Speed.Manual - None i7" ,4 ?,, .95 Solid 2.3EN 4.20" 10 ,16 !E**
C.AP.
Automatic
4-Speed Manual
1Wf
- *
* 17''
*7 *1%' : *
* 2.v * * * *
:
1W' * e *
A/ C
Automatic
CSpeed Manual - * 17"
*
7
* 1%'?
*
*
* *
*
*
*
*
*
*
A/C and CAP.
Automatic
4-Speed Manual
Automatic
1WI
-
1W'
Yes
* *17'' 7
*
2%"
*
1.4 Thermal *None :50" 6, ; 2
Trailer Tow Automatic 1W' 17'' 7 1%' .95 Solid 2.0" 4.20" 10 *
* Single asterisk designates same as above
**Add one quart for heater.
CSPECIFICAKIONS 7-13

Fan Water Pump Pres- Cool-


Oil Impeller sure ant
Cooler Box Diam- No. Diam- Cap Capai-
Engine Options Transmission Size Shroud eter Blades Width Ratio Drive Spacer eter Blades PSI ty
225 None %Speed Manual
Automatic
-
lwt
None i7Ir 4
* *1%” *1.07 Solid 124” 3.50” 6
* 16
* 12**
*
C.A.P. 3-Speed Manual - * * * * * * * * *
z
Automatic lo“ * * * * * * * * *
AIC 3-Speed Manual - yes 18” ? T *
* 1.24“ *
*
*
*
13””
*
AIC and C.A.P.
Automatic
3-Speed Manual -
1(y‘
* *
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
* * *
*
*
*
*
*
Trailer Tow
Automatic
NIA -
10”
NIA NIA N/A NIA NIA N/A ..,..
NIA NIA,. N IA
273-2 BBI. None 3Speed Manual
Automatic
- None
?nit
i8” ? ?” 25 Solid 2.38” 4.20”
*10 *16 -18**
- * * * * *
LU
C.A.P. 3-Soeed Mainual
*18“ 7
* * ** *
Automatic 1Vl *
AIC 3-Speed Manual - yes
10” * :18” *
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
* * *
*
A/C and C.A.P.
Automatic
3-Speed Manual
Automatic
-
12” * 7
* *2%” i.3 Themrat None ?.El)“ 6, ; ;
Trailer Tow Automatic 12” * 18” 7 2” .95 Solid 2.38” 4.20” 10 19.
Trailer Tow
with A/C & C.A.P. Automatic 12n * * * 2%” 1.3 Thermal None 3.50” 6 21**
318 None 3-Speed Manual
Automatic
-
l(Y‘
None !Ett ,4 ?“ ;95 Solid 2.38“ 4.2V O! 6! 17””
C.A.P. 3-Speed Manual - * * * *
10” * *18” 7
* 2”
* * * * *
-
Automatic __
AIC
. .- .- ...- .
3-Speed.Manual
.-
Yes * * * * * * 17**
Automatic 12” * * * * * * * *
A/C and C.A.P.
Trailer Tow
3-Speed Manual
Automatic
Automatic
-
12” z
* *18”
18”
*7
7
*2%‘‘
2“
*1.3
.95
Thermal None
Solid 2.38l’
?.W’
4.2V
*6
10
**
*
*
*
Trailer Tow
with AIC & C.A.P. Automatic 1F * * * 2%” 1.3 Thermal None 3.50‘‘ 6 * 21**

383-2 BBI. None >Speed Manual


4BBI. only - *None
18” 4 .95 Solid 1.24l’ 4.38” 10 16 16**
383-4 BBI. CSpeed Manual - *
*
F
*
* *
*
* * *
Automatic 12” None 17**
C.A.P. %Speed Manual
4 BBI. only 1W 7 2It * * * * * *
&Speed Manual *Yes * * * * * *
Automatic * * * * * * * *
AIC 3-Speed Manual N/A NIA NIA NIA NIA N/A N/A N/A NIA NIA N/A
CSpeed Manual
18%” 7 2%” Thermal None 3.67“ 6 16 17**
4 BBI. only
Automatic
YeS
*1.4 * *
AJC and C.A.P. 3-Speed Manual NIA NIA NIA NIA NIA NIA N/A N/A NIA NIA N/A
4-Speed Manual
4 BBI. only - 18W’ 7
* 2%”
* *1.4 Thermal None 3.67”
* 6
* *16 17**
Automatic 15”
Trailer Tow Automatic 18” 7 2 w .95 Solid 1.24” 4.38” 10 *
Trailer Tow
with AIC Automatic * * 18%” 2%” 1.4 Thermal None 3.67” 6 *
@&Hemi None Manual
Automatic
-
15”
Yes
Yes
18”
18”
4
4
2”
2”
0.84
0.84
Solid
Solid
1.24
1.24
3.67”
3.67”
6
6
16
16
17**
17**
440 (A-134) None Manual - Yes 18” 4 2” 0.95 Solid 1.24 4.38” 10 16 17**
Automatic 15” Yes 18” 4 2” 0.95 Soljd 1.24 4.38’l 10 16 17**
C.A.P. Manual - Yes 18” 7 2” 0.95 Solid 1.24 4.38“ 10 16 17**
Automatic 15” Yes 18” 7 2” 0.95 Solid 1.24 4.38” 10 16 17**
. -
A.,I C Manual - Yes 18%” 7 2%“ 1.4 Thermal None 3.67’l 6 16 -.
17**
._- -..._-.-
Attomatic
. 15”
__ Yes 18%” 7 2V2” 1.4 Thermal None 3.67“ 6 16 17**
-
-,
A/C & C.A.P. Manual Yes 18?@ 7 21/2It 1.4 Thermal None 3.67Il 6 16 17**
Automatic 15” Yes 18Yi” 7 2Y2” 1.4 Thermal None 3.67” 6 16 17**
Trailer Tow Automatic 15’’ Yes 18” 7 2%” 0.95 Solid 1.24 4.38‘l 10 16 17**
Trailer Tow
with A/C Automatic lYt Yes 18%” 7 2%” 1.4 Thermal None 3.67” 6 16 17**

** Add one quart for heater.


Single asterisk designates Same as above.
7-14 S P E C I F I C A T I O N S C

CONVERSION TABLE
U. S. Quart.................. 11 12 13 16 17 18 19 19-1/2
Imperial Quart .............. 9-114 10 10-314 13-114 14-114 15 15314 1W4

BELT TENSION SPECIFICATIONS


Deflection (Inches to be applied at midpoint of
belt segment under 5 Ib. load-(See Figure 15)
DEFLECTION METHOD
Used b l t t New Belt
Engine 383 383
Displacement 426 Hemi 426 H m i
Cubic Inches 170 225 273 318 440 170 225 273 318 440
POWER STEERING .......... 1/8" 118" 118" 118'' 3/16" 1/16''1/16" 1/16" 1/16'' 118"
FAN BELT IDLER ........... - - i / w i/arf - - - 1/16" 1/16"
A/C IDLER ................. 118" 118" 118" 118"" - 1/16" 1/16" 1/16" 1/16" -
ALTERNATOR
Without: A/C .............. 114'' 114" 114" 114" 1/4" 5/32" l/8" 118" 118" 1/8"
With A I C ................. - i/4!1 i/4tt i/41'* 318"
11yr**
118" i/a'r 1/81' i/a"*
3/8"**
114~~

* Single Belt.
** Dual Belt.
t Any belt that has operated for a minimum of a half-hour is considered to be used.

TORQUE METHOD
TORQUE (FT.-LBS.) TO BE APPLIED TO COMPONENTS
Used Beltt New Belt
Engine 383 383
Displacement 426 Hemi 426 Hemi
Cubic Inches 170 225 273 318 440 170 225 273 318 440
POWER STEERING
SOLID BRACKET ............ 45 45 55 80 80 85 85 90
..........
50 50
SELF TIGHTENING 45 45
ALTERNATOR
With A/C Single Belt ...... 15 15 40 40 - 20 20 55 55 -
Dual Belt ...... - - - 35 25 - - - 50 40
Without A/ C .............. 15 15 40 40 40 55 55 60
70***
20 20
25** 45***
A/C IDLER BRACKET ........ 25 25 45 45 - 3 5 3 5 6 0 6 0 -
FAN IDLER ................. 50 40 85 65
t Any belt that has operated for a minimum of a half-hour is considered to be used.
** Built for Canada only.
*** 426 Hemi.

TIGHTENING REFERENCE
FOOt
Pounds
Water Pump Bolts ...................................................... 30
Fan Attaching Bolts .................................................... 1518
Thermostat Housing Bolts .............................................. 30
0 GROUP 8

ELECTRICAL
CONTENTS
Page Page
ALTERNATOR AND VOLTAGE REGULATOR 25 IGNITION SYSTEM .................... 44
BATTERY ............................. 1 INSTRUMENT PANELS ................ 78
EXTERIOR LIGHTING .................. 66 SPECIFICATIONS ...................... 95
EMERGENCY FLASHER .............. 76 STARTING MOTOR .................... 6
HEADLIGHTS ....................... 66 WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM .......... 88
TURN SIGNALS .................... 75 WINDSHIELD WASHERS ............... 93
HORNS .............................. 77 WIRING DIAGRAMS ................... 110

BATTERY
INDEX
Page Page
Adjustment of Acid Gravity .................... 3 High Rate Discharge Test of Battery Capacity .... 4
Battery Visual Inspection ...................... 1 Specifications ................................. 95
Charging the Battery .......................... 5 Specific Gravity Test .......................... 1

SERVICE PROCEDURES
BATTERY VISUAL INSPECTION gravity of electrolyte in battery cells. This gives an
indication of how much unused sulphuric acid re-
(1) Protect paint finish with fender covers. mains in the solution.
(2) Disconnect battery cables at battery. A hydrometer should be graduated to read from
(3) Remove battery hold-down clamp and remove 1.160 to 1.320, in graduations of .005 specific gravity.
battery from vehicle. Graduated markings should be not less than 1/16 inch
(4) Inspect battery carrier and fender side panel apart and accurate to within .002 specific gravity.
for damage caused by loss of acid from battery. Graduated portion of stem should be about two inches
(5) Clean top of battery with a solution of clean long. Clearance between float and glass barrel, at
warm water and baking soda. Scrub areas with a stiff smallest diameter, should be a minimum of 1/8”
bristle brush being careful not to scatter corrosion around all sides and barrel must be clean.
residue. Finally wipe off with a cloth moistened with Hydrometer floats are calibrated to indicate cor-
ammonia or baking soda in water. rectly only at one fixed temperature.
CAUTION: Keep cleaning solution out of battery cells Liquid level of battery cell should be at normal
to eliminate weakening the electrolyte. height and electrolyte should be thoroughly mixed
(6) Replace damaged or frayed cables. with any battery water which may have just been
(7) Clean battery terminals and inside surfaces of added by charging battery before taking hydrometer
clamp terminals with Cleaning Tool MX-75. readings. See “Adjustment of Acid Gravity.”
(8) Examine battery case and cover for cracks. In reading a hydrometer, the gauge barrel must be
(9) Install battery. held vertically and just right amount of fluid be
(10) Tighten battery hold-down screw nuts to 3 drawn up into gauge barrel with pressure bulb fully
foot-pounds. expanded to lift float freely so it does not touch the
Observe polarity of battery terminals to be sure the sides, top or bottom of the barrel. Take a reading with
battery is not reversed. eye on level with liquid level in the gauge barrel. DO
(11) Connect cable clamps to battery posts and NOT TILT hydrometer.
tighten securely. Coat all connections with light min- Specific gravity of battery electrolyte strength or
eral grease or petrolatum after tightening. density varies not only with the quantity of the acid
(12) If electrolyte level is low, fill to recommended in solution but also with temperature. As temperature
level with mineral-free water. increases, the density of the electrolyte decreases, and
specific gravity is reduced. As temperature drops,
SPECIFIC GRAVITY TEST the density of the electrolyte increases and the spe-
cific gravity increases.
A hydrometer Tool 40-Bis used to measure specfic Specific gravity variations caused by temperatures
8-2 ELECTRICAL-BATTERY 0

must be considered in the analysis of the battery, ic gravity reading of 1.260 plus .015 minus .005 (all
otherwise specific gravity readings will not give a true batteries for use in temperature climates).
indication of state of charge.
Use a battery immersion type thermometer of the Test Conclusions
mercury-in-glass type, having a scale reading as high (a) Battery specfic gravity is less than 1.220 bat-
as 125” F. and designed for not over a 1-inch bulb tery should be recharged. Make a high rate discharge
immersion. A suitable dairy type thermometer may test for capacity. If battery cells test O.K., recharge
prove satisfactory for the purpose. and adjust gravity of all cells uniformly. Test voltage
Draw electrolyte in and out of the hydrometer bar- regulator setting. Thoroughly test the electrical sys-
rel several times to bring the temperature of the hy- tem for short circuits, loose connections and corroded
drometer float to that of the acid in the cell and then terminals.
measure the electrolyte temperature in the cell. (b) Cells show more than 25 points LO25 Specific
The temperature correction in specific gravity read- Gravity) VariationChort circuit low cell. Loss of
ing at 80” Fahrenheit is zero. Add .004 specific gravity electrolyte by leakage or excessive overcharge; try to
points for every 10” degrees over 80” F. and subtract recharge battery. See “Charging the Battery.” See
.004 specific gravity points for every 10 degrees “Adjustment of Acid Gravity”.
under 80” F. All readings must be corrected at 80 (c) Battery specific gravity is above 1.220 and all
degrees Fahrenheit. Refer to Figure 1 and examples cells are even. Battery state of charge may be satis-
one and two as follows: factory. Test by making “High Rate Discharge Test of
Example 1- Battery Capacity”. If satisfactory, test voltage regu-
Hydrometer Reading 1.260 lator setting and all electrical connections are clean
Acid Temperature 20 degrees Fahrenheit and tight.
Subtract Specific Gravity .024
Correct Specific Gravity is 1.236 TEST BATTERY CONDITION AND STATE OF
Example 2- CHARGE WITH CAD-TIP ANALYZER-Part
Hydrometer Reading 1.255 Number 1-369 (Fig. 2)
Acid Temperature 100 degrees Fahrenheit
(1) Check electrolyte level in all cells and add
Add Specific Gravity .008
Corrected Specific Gravity is 1.263
mineral-free water to proper level.
When a car is running, the battery is receiving a
A fully charged relatively new battery has a specif- charge from the alternator. This charge builds up a
Tamparatun
O F. o.ovi9y roink
“surface charge” in the battery that must be removed
)o Add u before an accurate test can be made.
(2) Remove the surface charge by turning the head-
lights “on” for one minute before testing battery.
If the battery has not been operating in a car for
at least 8 hours prior to testing, Step 2 i s not neces-
sary.
IMPORTANT: Be sure that headlights, ignition and
all accessories are ” o f f during test.
(3) Remove battery filler plugs and place the RED
probe in the POSITIVE (+)CELL and the BLACK
probe in the SECOND CELL. NOTE READING.

....... NP165
(9 8
HK 525
Fig. 2-Testing Battery Cells with Cad-Tip Battery
Fig. 1-Hydrometer Reading Correction Chart Cell Analyzer
n
v BATTERY-ELECTRICAL 8-3
(There will be no meter reading if the probes are charge at once to avoid a starting failure.
reversed.) D-If ANY cell readings are in the “RECHARGE
A manual set index pointer is provided to assist AND RETEST” section of the TOP SCALE and the
in making cell comparisons. Set the manual index balance of the readings are within the first four scale
pointer for reference. divisions-the battery is too low to make an accurate
(4) Move RED probe to SECOND CELL and BLACK condition test-Recharge battery and retest.
probe to THIRD CELL; then move RED probe to CAUTION: Be certain to remove “surface charge“
THIRD CELL and BLACK probe to FOURTH CELL, after recharge and before retesting. See “Step 2.”
etc., until all cells have been tested. Note each cell
reading so that CELL COMPARISONS CAN BE ADJUSTMENT OF ACID GRAVITY
MADE. Hydrometer floats usually are not calibrated below
Always store probe assembly in the space provided about 1.160 specific gravity and cannot indicate the
in the meter case. condition of a battery in a very low state of charge.
Therefore, it may be necessary to give the battery
TEST READING INTERPRETATIONS (Fig. 3) several hours charge before a hydrometer reading
will indicate that the battery is taking a charge.
A-If the readings of any two cells vary FIVE If the specific gravity of all cells are not within .015
scale divisions or more on the TOP scale-regardless points of specified value, corrected to 8OoF,at the end
of the colored sections in which they may fall on of a full charge, remove some of the electrolyte with
the bottom scale-The battery is a t or near the point a hydrometer and add a like amount of distilled water
of failure and should be replaced. to reduce the gravity if too high, or add 1.400 Specific
B-If all cells vary LESS than five scale divisions Gravity acid to raise specific gravity, if too low. Con-
on the TOP scale and all are in the GREEN section tinue the charge so as to give the electrolyte a chance
of the Bottom Scale-The battery i s in good condition to mix and then read the gravity after another hour
and a safe state of charge. of charge to note the effect of the additions. Continue
C-If all cells vary LESS than five scale divisions this adjusting procedure until gravity is brought to
on the TOP scale but if any of the cells test in the the desired value by charging for one hour after each
RED section of the BOTTOM scale-the battery is in adjustment.
good condition but is in a low state of charge-Re- Never adjust the specific gravity of any battery cell

I
RED BAND’
RED BAND BAND
GREEN

A
0 oo B

.r i ~ R Y C O N D I r i n . .

Do
RED ;AND
RED BAND GREEN BAND
‘GREEN RED BAND

C
0

Fig. %-Battery State of Charge


8-4 ELECTRICAL-BATTERY 0

HIGH RATE DISCHARGE TEST OF


BATTERY CAPACITY
Satisfactory capacity tests can be made only when
battery equals or exceeds 1.220 specific gravity at 80
degrees Fahrenheit. If the reading is below 1.220 the
battery should be slow charged until fully charged in
order to secure proper test results.

Test Procedure
(1)Turn control knob of Battery-Starter-Tester to
OFF position.
(2) Turn Voltmeter Selector Switch to the 16 volt
position on test units so equipped.
(3) Connect test ammeter and voltmeter positive
leads to battery positive terminal. Connect ammeter
and voltmeter negative leads to battery negative ter-
minal (Fig. 4).
Voltmeter clips must contact battery posts or cable
clamps and not ammeter lead clips.
Fig. 4-High Rate Discharge Test
(4) Turn control knob clockwise until ammeter
which does not gas freely on charge. Unless electro- reading is equal to three times ampere hour rating
lyte has been lost through spilling or leaking, it of battery.
should not be necessary to add acid to a battery dur- (5)Maintain this load for 15 seconds; voltmeter
ing its life. Acid should never be added unless one is should read 9.5 volts or more, which will indicate that
certain that the cell will not come up to normal gravi- the battery has good output capacity.
ty by continued charging. Always make the tempera- (6)After the 15 second test, turn Battery-Starter-
ture correction for hydrometer readings, as warm Tester control knob to the OFF position.
electrolyte will read low and this might be mistaken If the voltage in the “High Rate Discharge Test”
for failure of the battery to rise normally in gravity. It was under 9.5 volt, the battery should be test charged
could also be falsdy concluded that the battery would to determine whether the battery can be satisfactorily
not take a full charge. charged.

NY a 3 a ~

Fig. 5-Three Minute Churge Test


BATTERY-ELECTRICAL 8-5
Charging the Battery CAUTION: The battery can be damaged beyond re-
Three Minute Charge Test (Fig. 5 ) pair unless the following precautions are taken:
This test should not be used if battery temperature (1) Battery electrolyte temperature must NEVER
is below 60 degree F. exceed 125 degrees Fahrenheit.
(1)Connect Battery Charger positive (+) lead to If this temperature is reached, battery should be
battery positive terminal and negative (-) lead to cooled by reducing charging rate or remove battery
battery negative terminal. from the circuit.
IMPORTANT: Be sure of correct polarity when charg- (2)As batteries approach full charge electrolyte in
ing batteries. each cell will begin to gas or bubble. Excessive gas-
(2)Trip Battery Charger Power Switch to ON posi- sing must not be allowed.
tion. Turn timer switch past three minute mark then (3) Do not fast charge longer than one hour.
back to the three minute mark. If battery does not show a significant change in
(3) Adjust Battery Charger Switch to highest pos- specific gravity after one hour of “FAST” charge, the
sible rate not exceeding 40 amperes. slow charge method should be used.
(4)When timer switch cuts off at the end of 3 Remember to use temperature correction when
minutes, turn timer switch back to fast charge. checking specific gravity.
(5)Use the 16 volt scale of the Battery Starter The manufacturers of high rate charging equip-
Tester and measure total voltage of battery posts ment generally outline the necessary precautions and
while battery is being fast charged. If total voltage some models have thermostatic temperature limiting
during charge exceeds 15.5volts, battery is sulphated and time limiting controls.
and should by cycled and slow-charged until specific WARNING: When batteries are being charged an ex-
gravity reaches 1.260 (See “Slow Charging”). plosive gas mixture forms beneath the cover of each
A slow charge is preferable to bring the battery up cell. Do not smoke near batteries on charge or which
to a full charge. have recently been charged. Do not break live circuits
If specific gravity remains constant after testing at the terminals of the batteries on charge. A spark
battery at one hour intervals for three hours, battery will occur where the live circuit i s broken. Keep all
is at its highest state of charge. open flames away from the battery.
(6) Make another capacity test. If capacity test does
not meet specifications, replace battery. Slow Charging Batteries
Many discharged batteries can be brought back to
good condition by slow charging; especially batteries
Fast Charging the Battery (Fig. 6 ) that are sulphated.
If adequate time for a slow charge is not available,
a high rate (FAST) charge is permissible and will give Battery should be tested with a hydrometer and a
a sufficient charge in one hour enabling the battery record kept of the readings taken at regular intervals
and alternator to continue to carry the electrical load. throughout the charge. When a cell has a specific
Connect Battery Charger positive (+) lead to bat- gravity reading that is 25 points (.025)or more below
tery positive terminal and negative (-) lead to bat- other cells, that cell is faulty and battery should be
tery negative terminal. If battery is not removed from replaced.
vehicle, BE SURE ignition switch is turned off and all Safe slow charging rates are determined by allow-
electrical accessories are turned off during charging. ing one ampere per positive plate per cell. Proper
slow charging rate would be 4 amperes for a 48 am-
pere hour battery; 5 amperes for a 59 ampere hour
battery; and 6 amperes for a 70 ampere hour battery.
Rate of charge for a normally discharged battery is
one ampere per positive plate per cell.
The average length of time necessary to charge a
battery by the slow charge method at normal rates is
from 12 to 16 hours, however, when a battery contin-
ues to show an increase in specific gravity, battery
charge should be continued even if it takes 24 hours
or more.
Watch the temperature of batteries carefully and if
the temperature of any one of them reaches llO°F.,
lower the charging rate.
NY 8 3 9 A
Battery will be fully charged when it is gassing
Fig. 6-Fast Charging the Battery freely and when there is no further rise in specific
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gravity after three successive readings taken at hour- ing cycle is necessary to reconvert crystalline lead
l y intervals. Make sure hydrometer readings are cor- sulphate into active materials.
rected for temperature.
The rate of charge for a sulphated battery should When a battery takes a full charge, but is returned
be no more than 1/2 the normal slow charge rate. several times in need of a recharge, check for a
Many sulphated batteries can be brought back to a cracked cell partition with a syringe to provide air
useful condition by slow charging at half the normal pressure; bubbles will appear in an adjacent cell if a
charging rate from 60 to 100 hours. This long charg- crack is present.

INDEX
Page Page
Amperage Draw Test .......................... 7 Installing the Starter .......................... 17
Assembling the Starter ........................ 14 Removing the Starter .......................... 9
Brushes and Springs Replacement .............. 12 Resistance Test ............................... 9
Bushings Replacement ........................ 13 Service Diagnosis ............................ 6
Cleaning the Starter Parts ...................... 12 Servicing the Starter Clutch Unit ............... 13
Disassembling the Starter ...................... 10 Specifications ................................. 95
Field Coils Replacement ....................... 13 Testing the Starter (Bench Test) ................ 9
General Information ........................... 6 Testing Armature .............................. 13
Ground Circuit Test ............................ 9 Testing Field Coils for Ground .................. 13
Insulated Circuit Test .......................... 9

GENERAL INFORMATION
The starter has a 3.5 to 1 reduction gear set built noid shift device, the housing of the solenoid is in-
into the Starter assembly, which is housed in an alu- tegral with the starter drive end housing.
minum die casting, Fig. 1. The starter utilizes a sole-

Condition Possible Cause Correction


STARTER FAILS TO (a) Weak battery or dead cell in battery. (a) Test specific gravity. Recharge or re-
OPERATE place battery as required.
(b) Ignition switch faulty. (b) Test and replace switch if necessary.
(c) Loose or corroded battery cable ter- (c) Clean terminals and clamps, replace
minals. if necessary. Apply a light film of pet-
rolatum to terminals after tightening.
(d) Open circuit, wire between the igni- (d) Inspect and test all the wiring.
tion-starter switch and ignition ter-
minal on starter relay.
(e) Starter relay defective. (e) Test relay and replace if necessary.
(f) Faulty starter. (f) Test and repair as necessary.
(g) Armature shaft sheared. (g) Test and repair.
(h) Open solenoid pull-in wire. (h) Test and replace solenoid if neces-
sa ry.
STARTER FAILS AND (a) Weak battery or dead cell in battery. (a) Test for specified gravity. Recharge
LIGHTS DIM or replace battery as required.
(b) Loose or corroded battery cable ter- (b) Clean terminals and clamps, replace
mina Is. if necessary. Apply a light film of pet-
rolatum to terminals after tightening.
(c) Internal ground in windings. (c) Test and repair starter.
(d) Grounded starter fields. (d) Test and repair starter.
(e) Armature rubbing on pole shoes. (e) Test and repair starter.
STARTER TURNS, BUT (a) Starter clutch slipping. (a) Replace clutch unit.
ENGINE DOES NOT (b) Broken clutch housing. (b) Test and repair starter.
ENGAGE (c) Pinion shaft rusted, dirty or dry, due (c) Clean, test and lubricate.
to lack of lubrication.
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Condition Possible Cause Correction
(d) Broken teeth on engine ring gear. (d) Replace ring gear. Inspect teeth on
starter clutch pinion.
STARTER RELAY DOES (a) Batttery discharged. (a) Recharge or replace battery.
NOT CLOSE (b) Faulty wiring. (b) Test for open circuit, wire between
starter relay ground terminal post and
neutral starter switch (automatic
transmission only). Also test for open
circuit; wire between ignition-sta rter
switch and ignition terminal and start-
er relay.
(c) Neutral starter switch on automatic (c) Test and replace the switch if neces-
transmission faulty. sary.
(d) Starter relay faulty. (d) Test and replace if necessary.

RELAY OPERATES BUT (a) Faulty wiring. (a) Test for open circuit wire between
SOLENOID DOES NOT starter-relay solenoid terminal and
solenoid terminal post.
(b) Faulty solenoid switch or connections. (b) Test for loose terminal connections
between solenoid and starter field.
(c) Solenoid switch contacts corroded. (c) Test and replace solenoid if neces-
sa ry.
(d) Broken lead or a loose soldered con- (d) Test and replace solenoid if neces-
nection inside solenoid switch (brush sary.
holder plate).
SOLENOID PLUNGER (a) Battery low. (a) Test for specific gravity of battery.
VIBRATES BACK AND Replace or recharge battery.
FORTH WHEN SWITCH (b) Faulty wiring. (b) Test for loose connections at relay,
IS ENGAGED ignition-starter switch and solenoid.
(c) Lead or connections broken inside (c) Test and replace solenoid i neces-
solenoid switch cover (brush holder sary.
plate) or open hold-in wiring.
(d) Check for corrosion on solenoid con- (d) Test and clean the contacts.
tacts.
STARTER OPERATES (a) Broken solenoid plunger spring or (a) Test and repair.
BUT WILL NOT spring out of position.
DISENGAGE WHEN (b) Faulty ignition-starter switch. (b) Test and replace the switch f neces-
IGNIT10 N STARTER sa rv.
SWITCH IS RELEASED (c) Solenoid contact switch plunger stuck (c) Remove contact switch plunger, wipe
in solenoid. clean of all dirt, apply a film of SAE
10 oil on plunger, wipe off excess.
(d) Insufficient clearance between wind- (d) Test and repair.
ing leads to solenoid terminal and
main contactor in solenoid.
(e) Faulty relay. (e) Test and replace relay if necessary.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
STARTER AMPERAGE DRAW TEST (with BST- lead (Black) to Negative battery terminal.
11, BST-10, or BST-5 Tester) Connect Positive voltmeter lead (Red) t o Positive
battery terminal. Connect Negative voltmeter lead
Check battery electrolyte gravity with a reliable (Black) to Negative battery terminal.
hydrometer. Gravity should be not less than 1.220 DISCONNECT ignition primary lead from ignition
(temperature corrected). Or see that battery passes ballast resistor, or primary wire from either side of
the High Rate Discharge Test shown in the “Battery” coil, to prevent engine from starting.
section of this manual. Crank engine with a remote control starter switch
Turn B a t t e r y a t a r t e r Tester CONTROL KNOB to and observe Exact reading on Voltmeter. Stop crank-
“OFF” position. ing engine. Without cranking engine, turn tester
Turn voltmeter Selector Switch to 16 Volt position. CONTROL KNOB clockwise until voltmeter reads
Connect heavy Positive ammeter lead (Red) to Positive Exactly the same as when engine was being cranked
battery terminal. Connect heavy Negative ammeter with the remote control starter switch. Ammeter now
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indicates starter amperage draw. Check specifica- (3) Connect a test voltmeter with 10 volt scale divi-
tions. sion between battery positive post and starter switch
Engine should be up to operating temperature. terminal at starter solenoid.
Extremely heavy oil or a tight engine will increase (4) Crank engine and observe reading on voltmeter
starter amperage draw. and ammeter. Voltage should not exceed .3 volt. A
voltage reading that exceeds .3 volt indicates there is
STARTER INSULATED CIRCUIT TEST high resistance caused from loose circuit connections,
a faulty cable, burned starter relay or burned sole-
(1)Test battery electrolyte specific gravity. Spe- noid switch contacts. A current that is high and is
cific gravity should be 1.220 or above. If battery spe- combined with slow cranking speed, indicates starter
cific gravity is below 1.220, recharge battery to full should be removed and repaired.
charge before proceeding with test.
(2)Turn voltmeter selector switch to 4 volt posi- STARTER GROUND CIRCUIT TEST
tion.
(3) Disconnect ignition coil secondary cable. (1)Connect test voltmeter positive lead to starter
(4)Connect voltmeter positive lead to battery posi- housing and voltmeter negative lead to battery nega-
tive post and voltmeter negative lead to solenoid con- tive post.
nector which connects to the starter field coils. (2) Crank engine with a remote control starter
The voltmeter will read off scale to the right until switch and observe voltmeter reading. Voltmeter
starter is actuated. reading should not exceed .2volt. A reading of .2volt
( 5 ) Connect remote control switch to battery and or less indicates the resistance of the ground cable
solenoid terminal of starter relay. and connections is normal. If voltmeter reading is
(6) Crank engine with a remote starter control more than .2volt, it indicates excessive voltage loss in
starter switch and observe voltmeter reading. Volt- starter ground circuit. Make the following tests to iso-
meter reading should not exceed .3 volt. A voltmeter late point of excessive voltage loss. Repeating test at
reading .3 volt or less indicates voltage drop is normal each connection.
in cables, starter relay switch solenoid switch and (a) Starter drive housing.
connections between battery and starter motor. See (b) Cable terminal at engine.
“Starter Ground Circuit.Test.” (c) Cable clamp at battery.
If voltmeter reading is more than .3 volt, it indi- A small change will occur each time a normal por-
cates high resistance in starter insulated circuit. tion of circuit is removed from the test. A definite
Make following tests to isolate point of excessive change in voltmeter reading indicates that last part
voltage loss: eliminated in the test is at fault.
(A) Remove voltmeter lead from solenoid connector Maximum allowable voltage loss is as follows:
and connect to the following points, repeating test at Battery ground cable .2 volt
each connection. Starter terminal of solenoid, battery Engine ground circuit .1 volt
terminal of solenoid, battery cable terminal at sole- Each connection .O volt
noid, starter relay and cable clamp at the battery.
(B) A small change will occur each time a normal REMOVING THE STARTER
portion of the circuit is removed from test. A def-
inite change in the voltmeter reading indicates that (1) Disconnect ground cable at battery.
the last part eliminated in test is at fault. (2)Remove cable at starter.
Maximum allowable voltage loss is as follows: (3) Disconnect solenoid lead wires at solenoid ter-
Battery insulated cable .2 volt minals.
Solenoid switch .1 volt (4)Remove one stud nut and one bolt attaching
Each connection .o volt starter to flywheel housing, slide automatic transmis-
Replace faulty cables. Clean and tighten all con- sion oil cooler tube bracket off the stud (if so
nections. equipped) and remove the starter.

STARTER RESISTANCE TEST TESTING THE STARTER (Bench Test)


(1) Test battery electrolyte specific gravity. Spe- Free Running Test
cific gravity should be 1.220 or above. (1) Place starter in a vise and connect a fully
(2) Disconnect positive battery lead from battery charged, 12 volt battery to starter as follows:
terminal post. Connect an 0 to 300 scale ammeter be- (a) Connect a test ammeter (100amperes scale) and
tween disconnected lead and battery terminal post. a carbon pile rheostat in series with battery positive
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post and starter terminal. ELD AND FRAME


(b) Connect a voltmeter (15 volt scale) across

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ASSEMBLY
starter.
(c) Rotate carbon pile to full-resistance position.
(d) Connect battery cable from battery negative
post to starter frame. SUPPORT
(e) Adjust the rheostat until battery voltage shown
on voltmeter reads 11 volts. Amperage draw should
be as shown in specifications.
SHUNT COIL
Lockeddesistance Test LEAD WIRE
(1) Install starter in a test bench.
(2) Follow instructions of test equipment manufac-
turers and test starter against following specifications.
With applied battery voltage adjusted to 4 volts.
Amperage draw should be as shown in specifications.

Disassembling the Starter Ilr. .


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LEAD

(1) Place the starter gear housing in a vise equipped


with soft jaws. Use the vise as support fixture only. Fig. 3-Unsoldering Shunt Coil Lead Win,
DO NOT clamp.
(2) Remove two through bolts and starter end head hind the terminal and remove terminal screw.
assembly. (5) Unsolder shunt field coil lead from starter
(3) Carefully pull armature up and out of gear brush terminal, Fig. 3.
housing and starter frame and field assembly. Re- Starter brush holder plate with starter brush ter-
move steel and fiber thrust washer. minal, contact and brushes is serviced as an assembly.
The wire of shunt field coil is soldered to the brush (6) Remove all old sealer at brush holder plate and
terminal. One set of brushes are connected t o this gear housing.
terminal. The other pair of brushes is attached to the (7) Unsolder solenoid lead wire and unwind wire
series field coils by means of a terminal screw. Care- from starter brush terminal (Fig. 4).
fully pull frame and field assembly up just enough t o (8) Remove screw attaching brush holder plate to
expose terminal screw and solder connection of shunt starter gear housing (Fig. 5).
field at brush terminal. Place two wood blocks be- (9) Remove nut (11/32 wrench), steel washer and
tween starter frame and starter gear housing to facili- insulating washer from solenoid terminal.
tate removal of terminal screw, Fig. 2. (10) Straighten solenoid wire and remove brush
(4) Support brush terminal by placing a finger be- holder plate with brushes as an assembly.
(11) Remove solenoid assembly from gear housing
well (Fig. 6).
(12) Remove nut, steel washer and sealing washer

ASSEMBLY SOLENOID LEAD WIRE SOLENOID

ND198

Fig. 2-Removing or Installing Terminal Screw Fig. 4-Unwinding or Winding Solenoid Lead Wire
0 STARTING MOTOR-ELECTRICAL 8-11

BRUSH HOLDER INSULATOR


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ND200A Fig. 8-Removing the Driven Gear Snap Ring

Fig. S R e m o v i n g or Installing Brush Holder (15) Remove solenoid return spring from well of
Plate Screw solenoid housing moving core.
(16) Remove dust cover from gear housing (Fig. 7).
\I SOLENOID RELAY STUD (17) Release retainer that positions driven gear on
pinion shaft (Fig. 8).
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SOLENOID LEAD
CAUTION: Retainer is under tension and a cloth
CONTACT WASH should be placed over the retainer to prevent it from
VAPOR BARRIER springing away after removal.
(18) Release retainer ring at front of pinion shaft
(Fig. 9).
Do not spread retainer ring any greater than out-
side diameter of pinion shaft otherwise lock ring can
be damaged.
SOLENOID COIL
(19) Push pinion shaft towards rear of housing (Fig.
WASHER 10) and remove retainer ring and thrust washers,
clutch and pinion assembly, with the two shifter fork
nylon actuators as an assembly (Fig. 11).
(20) Remove driven gear and friction washer.
Fig. 6-Solenoid Assembly (21) Pull shifting fork forward and remove solenoid
from starter battery terminal.
(13) Remove starter battery terminal from holder
plate.
(14) Remove solenoid contact and plunger from
solenoid.

Fig. 9-Removing or Installing Pinion Shaft


Fig. 7-Removing Dust Cover Retainer Ring
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PINION-SHAFT

I T H R U SWASHER
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*SHIFTING FORK

Fig. IO-Removing Pinion Shaft

moving core (Fig. 12).


(22) Remove shifting fork retainer pin (Fig. 13) and
remove clutch shifting fork assembly.

CLEANING THE STARTER PARTS


(1) Do not immerse parts in cleaning solvent. Im- Fig. 12-Removing or Installing Moving Core
mersing field frame and coil assembly and/or arma-
ture will damage insulation. Wipe these parts with a REPLACEMENT OF BRUSHES AND SPRINGS
clean cloth only.
(1) Brushes that are worn more than 1/2 the length
(2) Do not immerse clutch unit in cleaning solvent. of new brushes, or are oil-soaked, should be replaced.
The clutch is pre-lubricated at the factory and solvent
will wash lubricant from the clutch. (2) When resoldering the shunt field and solenoid
lead, make a strong low resistance connection using a
(3) The starter-clutch outer housing and pinion high temperature solder and resin flux. Do not use
gear may be cleaned with a cloth moistened with acid or acid core solder. Do not break the shunt field
cleaning solvent and wiped dry with a clean dry cloth. wire units, when removing and installing brushes.
(4) Unsolder solenoid lead wires from solenoid (3) Measure brush spring tension with a spring
terminal relay stud. scale hooked under the spring near the end. Pull scale
(5) Clean all corrosion from solenoid assembly on a line parallel to the edge of brush and take a
(washers, sleeve and retainer and inside of solenoid reading just as spring end leaves the brush. Spring
housing). These metal parts are part of the solenoid
hold-in ground circuit and must be clean.
(6) Clean terminal contacts and contactor with
crocus cloth. I

(7) Thoroughly clean outside area of brush plate to


remove all oil and dirt.

PINION SHAFT
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SHIFTING FORK

Fig. I I-Removing or lnstulling Clutch Assembly Fig. 13-Removing or Instulling Shifting Fork Pin
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START1NG MOTOR-ELECTRICAL 8-13
tension should be 32 to 36 ounces. Replace springs frame.
that do not meet specifications. (3) Insulate field coil leads from field frame.
(4) Test for ground using a 110 volt test lamp.
TESTING ARMATURE Touch one probe of test lamp to series field coil lead
and other probe to field frame. Lamp should not light.
Testing Armature for Short Circuit Repeat the procedure for shunt field coil.
Place armature in growler and hold a thin steel If lamp lights, it indicates that field coils are
blade parallel to the core and just above it, while grounded and require replacement.
slowly rotating armature in growler. A shorted arma-
ture will cause blade to vibrate and be attracted to the REPLACING THE FIELD COILS
core. Replace armature if shorted.
A pole shoe impact screwdriver Tool C-3475 should
Testing Armature for Ground be used to remove and install field coils to prevent
Contact armature shaft and each of the commuta- damage to pole shoe screws and for proper tightening.
tor riser bars with a pair of test lamp test prods. If Pole shoes that are loose and not properly seated may
lamp lights, it indicates a grounded armature. Replace cause armature core to rub on pole shoes.
grounded armature. Make sure area between the leads and starter
frame is clean. Peen new rivet securely to insure a
Testing Commutator Run-Out, good electrical contact.
Refacing and Undercutting
Place armature in pair of “V” block and measure SERVICING THE STARTER BUSHINGS
runout with dial indicator. Measure both shaft and
commutator. A bent shaft requires replacement of Inspect armature shaft bearing, pinion shaft sur-
armature. When commutator runout exceeds .003 faces and bushings for wear. Try the bushings for
inch, commutator should be refaced. Remove only a wear by inserting the shafts and test for side play.
sufficient amount of metal to provide a smooth, even Pre-sized starting motor bushings are available as
surface. service bushings. Use Tool C-3944 to remove old bush-
ings and install the new. No burnishing or reaming is
Testing Field Coils for Ground required to fit pre-sized bushings.
(1) Remove field frame assembly from starter. The (2-3944 Tool and its adaptors are designed to
(2) Carefully drill out the rivet attaching the series service all of the gear reduction motor bushings with
field coil ground lead and shunt field coil lead to field the exception of the end head bushing. End head
bushing and end head are serviced as an assembly.
Remove and install bushings, (Figs. 14, 15 and 16).

SERVICING THE STARTER CLUTCH UNIT


Do not immerse starter clutch unit in a cleaning

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REMOVING INSTALLING REMOVING B‘USHING INSTALLING

Fig. 14-Removing and Installing Pinion Housing Fig. 15-Removing and Installing Pinion Housing
End Bushing Drive Shaft Bushing
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SP-3563

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INSTALLING REMOVING NK76

Fig. 16-Removing and lndalling Pinion Housing Armature Shaft Bushing


solvent. Starter clutch is pre-lubricated at the factory The friction washer must be positioned on rhoul-
and a solvent will wash lubricant from the clutch. der of splines of the pinion shaft before driven gear
The starter clutch outer housing and pinion gear is positioned.
may be cleaned with a cloth moistened with a clean- (6) Install driven gear snap ring (Fig. 8).
ing solvent and wiped dry with a clean dry cloth. (7) Install pinion shaft retaining ring (Fig. 9).
Rotate the pinion. Pinion gear should rotate (8) Bend the four (4) Tangs of coil retainer “up” to
smoothly in one direction (not necessarily easily), but a measurement of 5/32” to 3/16” above surface of
should not rotate in opposite direction. If starter retainer (Fig. 20) to ensure higher compression and a
clutch unit does not function properly, or pinion is more positive ground.
worn, chipped or burred, replace starter clutch unit. Space the retainer in housing bore so that the four
tangs rest on the ridge in housing bore and not in the
ASSEMBLING THE STARTER (Fig. 17) recesses.
(9) Install starter solenoid return spring into bore
The shifter fork consists of two spring steel plates of movable core.
assembled with two rivets. There should be approxi- (10) Install solenoid contact seal over solenoid lead
mately 1/16 inch side movement as shown in Figure wires, inserting double wires of terminal stud into
18 to insure proper pinion gear engagement. Lubri- large hole (Fig.6) and solenoid winding lead wire into
cate between the plates sparingly with SAE 10 engine the small hole.
oil. Inspect condition of starter solenoid switch contact-
(1) Position shifter fork in drive housing and install ing washer, if top of washer is burned from arcing,
shifting fork retainer pin. One tip of pin should be disassemble contact switch plunger assembly and re-
straight, other tip should be bent at a 15 degree angle verse the washer.
away from the housing. The fork and retainer pin (11) Install solenoid contact plunger assembly into
should operate freely after bending tip of pin. solenoid and reform double wires to allow for proper
(2) Install solenoid moving core and engage shifting entry of terminal stud into brush holder with the
fork (Fig. 12). double wires curved around the contactor.
(3) Enter pinion shaft into drive housing and install CAUTION: The contactor must not touch the double
friction washer and drive gear. wires when solenoid is energized after assembly is
(4) Install clutch and pinion assembly, thrust completed (Fig. 6).
washer, retaining ring and thrust washer (Fig. 11). Make sure contact spring i s positioned on the shaft
(5) Complete installation of pinion shaft engaging of the solenoid contact plunger assembly.
shifting fork with clutch actuators. Figure 19 shows (12) Assemble battery terminal stud in brush
correct relation of parts at assembly. holder, placing sealing washer under plain washer.
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SOLENOID LEAD WIRE ”,’ \ A SOLENOID TERMINAL

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STARTER

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Fig. 18-Shifter Fork Assembly NK78

Fig. 21-Assembling Solenoid t o Brush Holder Plate


(13) Enter solenoid lead wire through hole in brush
PIN
SHIFTING FORK K B L Y holder (Fig. 21) and install solenoid stud, insulating
washer, flat washer and nut.
Use care when installina” solenoid contact seal over
tab on brush plate to prevent tearing the seal.
(14) Wrap solenoid lead wire tightly around brush
terminal post as shown in Figure 22 and solder se-
curely with a high temperature resin core solder and
resin flux.
(15)Carefully enter solenoid coil and brush plate
assembly into bore of gear housing and position brush
plate assembly into starter gear housing. Align tongue
of ground terminal with notch in brush holder (Fig.
23).
(16)After the brush holder is bottomed in housing,
Fig. 19-Shifter Fork and Clutch Arrangement install attaching screw (Fig. 4). Tighten screw to 10-15
Inspect condition of the contacts in brush holder inch-pounds. Make sure the insulating tape is in posi-
plate. If contacts are badly burned, replace brush tion (Fig. 4).
holder with brushes and contacts as an assembly. (17) Position brushes with armature thrust washer
as shown in Figure 22. This will hold brushes out and
facilitate proper installation of armature.
(18)On starters so equipped, solder shunt coil lead

BRUSH TERMINAL POST


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Fig. 20-Checking Height of Solenoid Coil Fig. 22-Soldering Solenoid Winding Lead t o
Retainer Tangs Brush Terminal
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ND523A

Fig. 23-Installing Solenoid and Brush Holder into Fig. 25-Installing Starter Armature
Gear Housing
on armature shaft.
wire to starter brush terminal (Fig. 24). (22) Position starter end head assembly and install
(19) Install brush terminal screw (Fig. 2). starter frame lockwashers and through bolts. Tighten
(20) Position field frame to the exact position on through bolts securely.
gear housing and enter armature into field frame and (23) Clean area at the joint between brush holder
starter gear housing (Fig. 25); carefully engaging plate to field frame and gear housing mating joint.
splines of shaft with reduction gear by rotating arma- Apply a bead of brush plate sealer Part NO. 2421847
ture slightly to engage the splines. around the four sides of the joint (Fig. 26).
(21) Install thrust washer (fiber) and washer (steel) CAUTION: Sealer must be flowed continuously to
avoid gaps. After the bead has been flowed on, use a
brush or small paddle moistened in mineral spirits to
press adhesive into the joint. Do not get adhesive on
the battery and/or solenoid terminals.

INSTALLING THE STARTER


(1) Before installing the starter, make sure starter

SEALING MATERIAL WASHER SEALS

SHORT FIBRE GREASE


Fig. 24-Soldering Shunt Coil Lead Wire Fig. 26-Sealing Brush Holder Plate
8-18 ELECTRICAL-STARTER 0

and flywheel housing mounting surfaces are free of When tightening attaching bolt and nut be sure to
dirt and oil to insure a good electrical contact. hold the starter pulled away from the engine to in-
(2) Position starter to flywheel housing removable sure proper alignment.
seal (if removed). (4) Attach wire at solenoid switch terminal and
(3) Install the starter, washer and bolt, the auto- cable to starter terminal.
matic transmission oil cooler tube bracket (if so (5) Connect battery ground cable and test opera-
equipped) and washer and nut. tion of the starter for proper engine cranking.

STARTER (Direct Drive)

INDEX

Page Page
Adjusting Starter Drive Pinion Clearance ........ 29 Service Diagnosis ............................. 6
Amperage Draw Test .......................... 18 Servicing Bushings ...................:. ....... 23
Assembling the Starter ........................ 23 Servicing Drive Unit ........................... 23
Brushes and Springs Replacement .............. 21 Specifications ................................. 96
B u s h i ngs-Se rvic i n g .......................... 23 Starter Ground Circuit Test ..................... 19
Cleaning the Starter Parts ..................... 21 Starter Resistance Test ........................ 18
Disassembling the Starter ...................... 19 Starter Circuit Tests
Drive U n i t-Se rvi c i ng .......................... 23 Insulated Circuit Test ........................ 19
Drive Gear Pinion Clearance-Adjusting ......... 24 Starter Ground Circuit Test .................. 19
Field Coils-Replacement ...................... 23 Testing Armature
Free Running Test ............................ 19 Testing Armature for Short Circuit ........... 22
Installing the Starter .......................... 25 Testing Armature for Ground ................. 22
insulated Circuit Test ......................... 19 Testing Commutator Runout ................. 22
Removing the Starter .......................... 19 Testing Field Coils for Ground ................ 22
Replacement of Brushes and Springs ............ 21 Testing Starting Motor (Bench Test) ............ 19
Replacing Field Coils .......................... 23

SERVICE PROCEDURES

CHECK AMPERAGE DRAW TEST and observe Exact reading on Voltmeter. Stop crank-
(with BST-11, BST-10, or BST-5 Tester) ing engine. Without cranking engine, turn tester
CONTROL KNOB clockwise until voltmeter reads
Check battery electrolyte gravity with a reliable Exactly the same as when engine was being cranked
hydrometer. Gravity should be not less than 1.220 with the remote control starter switch. Ammeter now
(temperature corrected). See that battery passes High indicates starter amperage draw. Check specifications.
Rate Discharge Test shown in the “Battery” section of Engine should be up to operating temperature. Ex-
this manual. tremely heavy oil or a tight engine will increase
Turn Batteryqtarter Tester CONTROL KNOB to starter amperage draw.
“OFF” position.
Turn voltmeter Selector Switch to 16 Volt position. STARTER RESISTANCE TEST
Connect heavy Positive ammeter lead (Red) to Positive
battery terminal. Connect heavy Negative ammeter (1) Test battery electrolyte specific gravity. Spe-
lead (Black)to Negative battery terminal. cific gravity should be 1.220 or above.
Connect Positive voltmeter lead (Red) to Positive (2) Disconnect positive battery lead from battery
battery terminal. Connect Negative voltmeter lead terminal post. Connect a 0 to 300 scale ammeter
(Black) to Negative battery terminal. between disconnect lead and battery terminal post.
DISCONNECT ignition primary lead from ignition (3) Connect a test voltmeter with 10 volt scale divi-
ballast resistor, or primary wire from either side of sion between battery positive post and starter switch
coil, to prevent engine from starting. terminal at starter solenoid.
Crank engine with a remote control starter switch (4) Crank engine and observe reading on voltmeter
0 STARTER-ELECTRICAL 8-19
and ammeter. The voltage should not exceed .3 volt. A reading should not exceed .2 volt. A reading of .2 volt
reading of voltage that exceeds .3 volt indicates there or less indicates voltage loss in ground cable and con-
is high resistance caused from loose circuit connec- nections are normal. If voltmeter reading is more
tions, a faulty cable, burned starter relay or solenoid than .2 volt, it indicates excessive voltage loss in
switch contacts. A current that is high and is com- starter ground circuit. Make the following tests to iso-
bined with slow cranking speed, indicates that starter late point of excessive voltage loss, repeating test at
should be removed and repaired. each connection.
(a) Starter drive housing.
STARTER INSULATED CIRCUIT TEST (b) Cable terminal at engine.
(c) Cable clamp at battery.
(1) Test battery electrolyte specific gravity. Spe- A small change will occur each time a normal por-
cific gravity should be 1.220 or above. tion of the circuit is removed from test. A definite
(2) Turn Voltmeter Selector Switch to 4 volt posi- change in voltmeter reading indicates the last part
tion. eliminated in the test is at fault.
(3) Disconnect ignition coil secondary cable. Maximum allowable voltage loss is as follows:
(4) Connect voltmeter positive lead to battery posi- Battery ground cable .o volt
tive post and voltmeter negative lead to solenoid con- Engine ground circuit .2 volt
nector which connects to starter field coils. Each connection .1 volt
The voltmeter will read off scale to the right until
starter is actuated. REMOVING THE STARTER
(5) Connect remote control switch to the battery
and solenoid terminal of starter relay. (1) Disconnect ground cable at battery.
(6) Crank engine with a remote control starter (2) Remove starter cable at starter.
switch and observe voltmeter reading. Voltmeter (3) Disconnect solenoid lead wire from solenoid.
reading should not exceed .3 volt. A voltmeter reading (4) Remove bolts attaching starter to flywheel hous-
of .3 volt or less indicates voltage drop is normal in ing and remove starter.
the cables, starter relay switch, solenoid switch and
connections between battery and starter is normal. (Bench Test)
See “Starter Ground Circuit Test.”
If voltmeter reading is more than .3 volt, it indi- Free Running .-_.
cates high resistance in the starter insulated circuit. (1) Place starter in a vise equipped with soft jaws
Make following tests to isolate point of excessive volt- and connect a fully-charged, 12 volt battery to starter
age loss: as follows:
(a) Remove the voltmeter lead from the solenoid (2) Connect a test ammeter (100 amperes scale) and
connector and connect to the following points, repeat- a carbon pile rheostat in series with battery positive
ing test at each connection. Starter terminal of sole- post and starter terminal.
noid, battery terminal of solenoid, battery cable ter- (3) Connect voltmeter (15 volt scale) across starter.
minal at solenoid, starter relay and cable clamp at (4) Rotate carbon pile to full-resistance position.
battery. (5) Connect battery cable from battery negative
(b) A small change will occur each time a normal post to starter frame.
portion of the circuit is removed from the test. A (6) Adjust rheostat until battery voltage shown on
definite change in voltmeter reading indicates that voltmeter reads 11volts.
the last part eliminated in the test is at fault. (7) Current draw should be 78 amperes maximum
Maximum allowable voltage loss is as follows: at 3800 minimum rpm.
Battery insulated cable .2 volt
Solenoid switch .1volt Locked Resistance Test
Each connection .o volt (1) Install starter in test bench.
Replace faulty cables. Clean and tighten all connec- (2) Follow instructions of test equipment manufac-
tions. turer and test the locked-resistance of the starter
as follows:
Starter Ground Circuit Test With applied battery voltage adjusted to 4 volts;
(1) Connect the voltmeter positive lead to starter current draw should be as shown in specifications.
housing and negative voltmeter lead to battery nega-
tive post. DISASSEMBLING THE STARTER
(2) Crank engine with a remote control starter
switch and observe voltmeter reading. Voltmeter (1) Refer to Figure 1, remove through bolts and tap
8-20 E LECTR IC A L 4 T A R T ER 0

CORE ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY HOLDER FIELD ASSEMBLY SEAL


NP303

Fig. I -Starter-Cross Section


commutator end head from field frame. pin (Fig. 5).
(2) Remove thrust washers from armature shaft. (8) Remove drive end pinion housing and spacer
(3) Lift b n ~ holder
h springs and mnOve brushes washer. Replace the pinion housing assembly, if the
from brush holders. rubber seal (Fig. 1)is damaged (units so equipped).
(4) Remove brush plate (Fig. 2). (9) Note position of shifter fork on starter drive
(5) Disconnect field coil leads at solenoid connector and shifter fork (Fig.6).
(Fig. 3). (10) Slide overrunning clutch pinion gear toward
(6) Remove solenoid attaching screws and remove
solenoid and boot assembly (Fig. 4). commutator end of armature, drive stop retainer to-
ward clutch pinion gear to expose snap ring and re-
(7) Drive out overunning clutch shift fork pivot

Fa. %Field Coil Leads Disconnected from


Fig. 2-Removing Brush Ring Solenoid Connector
0 STARTER-ELECTRICAL 8-21

Fig. 4-Removing Starter Solenoid

move snap ring.

\"
(11)Slide overrunning clutch drive from armature
STOP RETAINER
shaft. SNAP RING
(12)If it is necessary to replace field coils, remove SPACER WASHER NB 23
the ground brushes terminal attaching screw and
raise the brushes with terminal and shunt wire up Fig. 6-Removing Shift Fork
and away from field frame (Fig. 7). Remove pole shoe
screws with special pole shoe impact screwdriver, Brushes and springs can be replaced after removing
To01 (2-3475. commutator end head and brush plate.
(2)Disengage brushes from brush holders and re-
move brush plate.
CLEANING THE STARTER PARTS (3)Disconnect series coil and shunt field coil ter-
(1)Do not immerse parts in cleaning solvent. Im- minal at solenoid connector (Fig. 3).
mersing the field frame and coil assembly and/or (4)Remove ground brush terminal screw and care-
armature will damage insulation. Wipe these parts fully remove ground brush set to prevent breaking
with a cloth only. shunt field lead.
(5) Remove shunt field from old brush set to
(2)Do not immerse drive unit in cleaning solvent.
Drive clutch is pre-lubricated at the factory and sol- ensure as much length as possible.
vent will wash lubrication from clutch. (6) Remove field terminal plastic covering and re-
(3)The drive unit may be cleaned with a brush move old brushes. Use side cutters to break the weld
moistened with cleaning solvent and wiped dry by rolling the stranded wire off the terminal.
(7)Drill a .174to .184 inch hole in the series coil
with a cloth.
terminal 3/16 of an inch from top of terminal to cen-
terline of hole (Fig. 7). (Use a number 16 drill.)
BRUSHES AND SPRl NGS-R EPLACEMENT CAUTION: Do not damage the field coil during the
drilling operation.
(1) Brushes that are worn more than 1/2 the length (8) Attach insulated brush set to series field termi-
of new brush, or are oil-soaked, should be replaced. nal with flat washer and number 8 self-tapping screw.
(9)Attach shunt field lead to new ground brush set

i - u
INSULATED B R U S H U
NK512A ASSY.

Fig. 5-Removing Shifter Fork Pivot Pin Fig. 7-Brush Replacement


8-22 ELECTRICAL-STARTE R 0

by making a loop around the terminal and soldering


lead to the terminal with resin core solder.
(10) Attach ground brush terminal to field frame
with attaching screw. Fold surplus shunt field lead
back along the brush lead and secure with rubber
insulating tape.
(11) Measure brush spring tension with a spring
scale hooked under spring near brush end. pull scale
on a line parallel to edge of brush and take a reading
just as spring end leaves the brush. Spring tension
should be 32 to 36 ounces. Replace springs that do not
meet specifications.
(12) Brush springs can be removed by spreading
the retainers and disengaging the springs from re-
tainer legs.

TESTING THE ARMATURE


Flg. 9-Testing Armature for Ground
Testing Armature for Short Circuit
Place armature in a growler (Fig. 8) and hold a amount of metal to provide a smooth, even surface.
thin steel blade parallel to the core and just above it,
while slowly rotating armature in growler. A shorted TESTING FIELD COILS FOR GROUND
armature will cause blade to vibrate and be attracted
to the core. Replace shorted armature. (1)Remove through bolts and commutator end
frame.
(2) Remove brushes from brush holders and re-
Testing Armature for Ground move brush plate (Fig. 2).
Touch armature shaft and the end of each commu-
tator bar with a pair of test lamp prods (Fig. 9). If (3)Disconnect field lead wires at solenoid connec-
lamp lights, it indicates a grounded armature. Replace tor and separate field leads to make sure they do not
grounded armature. touch solenoid connector (Fig. 3).
(4) Remove ground brushes attaching screw, and
raise brushes with terminal and shunt wire up and
Testing Commutator Runout, Refacing away from field frame.
Place armature in a pair of “V” blocks and check
(5) Touch one probe of test lamp to series field coil
runout with a dial indicator. Check both shaft and
commutator. A bent shaft requires replacement of lead and other probe to field frame (Fig. 10). Lamp
armature. should not light.
(6) Touch one probe to shunt field coil lead and
When commutator runout exceeds .003 inch, com-
mutator should be refaced. Remove only a sufficient other probe to field frame (Fig. 11).
If lamp lights in either test (5) or (6),field coils are

Fig. 8-Testing Armature for Short Fig. IO-Testing Series Coil for Ground
n STARTER-ELECTRICAL 8-23
tightening.
Pole shoes that are loose and not properly seated
may cause armature core to rub on pole shoes. This
will decrease starter efficiency and damage armature
core.
TEST Scribe a mark on the pole shoe and field frame to
PROBES ensure pole shoes are assembled in their original
position.

SHUNT
SERVlCl NG BUSHINGS
LEAD
Inspect armature shaft bearing surfaces and bush-
@

ings for wear by placing armature core in a vise


equipped with soft jaws. Do not squeeze tightly. Try
the commutator end frame, drive end frame, and
NB 26 armature support bushings for wear by placing them
on shafts and checking for side play. Replace commu-
Fig. I I-Testing Shunt Coil for Ground tator end frame and bushing assembly if bushing is
grounded. If field coils are grounded, test each coil worn. Replace drive end bushing if worn. The bushing
separately after unsoldering connector wires. Replace should be well soaked in SAE 30 engine oil before it
grounded field coils. is installed. New pre-sized bushings should be pressed
(7) Touch each of the brush holders with one test into the housing until bushing is flush with inner side
probe, while holding other test probe against brush of housing to provide proper clearance. Use Tool C-
ring. Two brush holders that are 180 degrees apart 3944 to remove and install bushing.
should cause test lamp to light as they are intentional-
ly grounded. The other two brush holders (Fig. 12) SERVICING THE DRIVE UNIT
should not cause lamp to light when tested as they are
insulated. If insulated brush holders cause lamp to Place drive unit on armature shaft and, while hold-
light when tested, it indicates that brush holders on ing armature, rotate the pinion. Drive pinion should
brush ring are grounded. Replace brush ring assem- rotate smoothly in one direction (not necessarily
bly if brush holders are grounded. easily), but should not rotate in opposite direction. If
drive unit does not function properly, or if pinion is
worn or burred, replace drive unit.
REPLACING FIELD COILS
A pole shoe impact screwdriver Tool C-3475 should ASSEMBLING THE STARTER
be used to remove and install field coils to prevent (Refer to Figs, 1 and 13)
damage to the pole shoe screws and for proper
(1) Lubricate armature shaft and splines with SAE
10-W oil or SAE 30 rust preventative oil.
(2) Install starter drive, stop collar (retainer), lock
ring and spacer washer.
(3) Install shifter fork over starter drive spring re-
tainer washer with narrow leg of fork toward the
commutator (Fig. 6). This is important, if the fork is
not properly positioned starter gear travel will be re-
stricted causing a lockup in the clutch mechanism.
(4) Install drive end (pinion) housing on armature
shaft, indexing shifting fork with slot in drive end
housing.
( 5 ) Install shifter fork pivot pin (Fig. 5).
(6) With clutch drive, shifter fork, and pinion hous-
ing assembled to the armature, slide armature into
field frame until pinion housing indexes with slot in
field frame.
N E 27 (7) Install solenoid and boot assembly (Fig. 4).
Fig. 12-Testing Insulated Brush Holder for Ground Tighten bolts to 60-70 inch-pounds.
8-24 E LECTR ICAL-STARTE R 0

ARMATURE I
\

FORK
PLUNGER- - \
!
, WASHER
!SNAP R I N G

BRUSHSET -

BEARING-

FELT- ---
-
?
BOLT

WASHER

BRUSH S P R I N G
HEMI-STREET PACKAGE
SCREW

FRAME NB 18A
Fig. 13-Starter-Dlsassembled View

(8) Connect field coil leads at solenoid connector (2) Push in on solenoid plunger cage (Fig. 14) (NOT
(Fig. 3). Be sure terminals do not touch field frame. THE FORK LEVER)until plunger bottoms.
(9) Install brush holder plate (Fig. 2) indexing tang (3) Measure clearance between end of pinion and
of ring in hole of field frame. pin stop with plunger seated and pinion pushed
(10) Position brushes in brush holders. Be sure toward the commutator end. Clearance should be 1/8
field coil lead wires are properly enclosed behind inch. Adjust for proper clearance by loosening sole-
brush holder ring and do not interfere with brush
operation.
(11) Install thrust washers on commutator end of
armature shaft to obtain .010 inch minimum end play.
(12) Install commutator end head.
(13) Install through bolts and tighten to 40 to 50
inch-pounds.

ADJUSTING STARTER DRIVE G'EAR


(PINION) CLEARANCE
(1) Place starter assembly in a vise equipped with
soft jaws and tighten vise sufficiently to hold starter.
Place a wedge or screwdriver between bottom of
solenoid and starter frame to eliminate all deflection \-
/?
NB28
in the solenoid when making the pinion clearance -\
test. fig. 14-Checking Starter Drive Pinion Clearance
0 ALTERNATOR-REGULATOR-ELECTRICAL 8-25
noid attaching screws and move solenoid fore and aft electrical contact.
as required. (2) Position starter to flywheel housing removable
(4) Test starter operation under a “Free Running seal (if removed).
Test.” (3) Install starter from beneath the engine.
(4) Tighten attaching bolts securely.
INSTALLING THE STARTER (5) Attach the wires to solenoid switch and starter
(1) Before installing the starter, be sure starter and terminal.
flywheel housing mounting surfaces are free of dirt (6) Install battery ground cable and test operation
and oil. These surfaces must be clean to make good of starter for proper engine cranking.
ALTERNATOR A N D VOLTAGE REGULATOR
INDEX
Page Page
Assembling the Alternator ...................... 42 Regulator Testing (Essex Wire) ................. 34
Bench Tests .................................. 37 Replacing Slip Rings .......................... 41
Disassembling the Alternator ................... 37 Service Diagnosis ............................. 25
Fusible Wire Replacement ..................... 32 Specifications ................................. 97
General Information ........................... 25 Testing the Alternator Circuit .................. 26
Rectifier (Diode) Testing ....................... 37 Voltage Regulator (Chrysler Built) .............. 29
Regulator Testing (Chrysler Built) ...............31 Voltage Regulator (Essex Wire) ................. 33
GENERAL INFORMATION
The alternator (Fig. 1) i s fundamentally an A.C. The main components of the alternator are the
current generator, with six (6) built-in silicon recti- rotor, stator, rectifiers, the end shields and the drive
fiers, that convert A.C. current into D.C. current. D.C. pulley. (See Fig. 2).
current is available at the “output” “BAT” terminal.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction

ALTERNATOR FAILS TO (a) Blown fusible wire in voltage regula- (a) Locate and correct cause of the fuse
CHARGE (No Output) tor. blowing. Install new fuse wire. Solder
both ends of new fusible wire se-
curely.
(b) Alternator drive belt loose. (b) Adjust drive belt to Specifications.
(c) Worn brushes and/or slip rings. (c) Install new brushes and/or slip rings.
(d) Sticking brushes. (d) Clean slip rings and brush holders.
Install new brushes if necessary.
(e) Open field circuit. (e) Test all the field circuit connections,
and correct as required.
(f) Open charging circuit. (f) Inspect a l l connections in charging
circuit, and correct as required.
(g) Open circuit in stator windings. (g) Remove alternator and disassemble.
Test stator windings. Install new
stator if necessary.
(h) Open rectifiers. (h) Remove alternator and disassemble.
Test the rectifiers. Install new recti-
fiers if necessary.
LOW, UNSTEADY (a) Alternator drive belt loose. (a) Adjust alternator drive belt.
CHARGING RATE (b) High resistance at battery terminals.
(b) Clean and tighten battery terminals.
(c) High resistance in charging circuit.
(c) Test charging circuit resistance. Cor-
rect as required.
(d) High resistance in body to engine (d) Tighten ground lead connections. In-
ground lead. stall new ground lead if necessary.
(e) Open stator winding. (e) Remove and disassemble alternator.
Test stator windings. Install new sta-
tor if necessary.
LOW OUTPUT AND (a) High resistance in charging circuit. (a) Test charging circuit resistance and
A LOW BATTERY correct as required.
(b) Low regulator setting. (b) Reset voltage regulator to specifica-
tions.
8-26 ELECTRICA L-A LTER NATO R-R EG ULATO R 0

Condition Possible Cause Correction


Shorted rectifier. Open rectifier. (c) Perform current output test. Test the
rectifiers and install new rectifiers as
required. Remove and disassemble
the alternator.
Grounded stator windings. (d) Remove and disassemble alternator.
Test stator windings. Install new
stator if necessary.
EXCESSIVE CHARGING Regulator set too high. (a) Reset voltage regulator to specifica-
RATE TO A FULLY tions.
CHARGED BAITERY Regulator contacts stuck. (b) Install new voltage regulator.
Regulator voltage winding open. (c) Install new voltage regulator.
Regulator base improperly grounded, (d) Connect regulator base to a good
ground.

-
REGULATOR CON- High regulator setting. (a) Reset voltage regulator to specifica-
TACTS BURNED . I . *.
W I snorrea roIor Tieia coil winaings.
a. I I .I . I . ,e, .
tions.
W I iesr roIor Tieia coli ci
.L ,?-,A
- irrent draw. If
_ _ . I

excessive install new rotor.


REGULATOR CONTPGT (a) Poor ground connection between al- (a) Correct ground conncxtion. Install
POINTS STUCK ternator and regulator. Open resistor new regulator. Test reg!ulator setting,
element. and reset if necessary.
NOISY ALTERNATOIR (a) Alternator mounting loose. (a) Properly install and tigliten alternator
mounting.
(b) Worn or frayed drive belt. (b) Install a new drive bcE l f and adjust
to specifications.
(c) Worn bearings. (c) Remove and disassemble alternator.
. .. . Install new bearing as required.
Interference between rotor fan and (d) Remove and disassemble alternator.
stator leads or rectifiers. Correct interference as required.
Rotor or rotor fan damaged. (e) Remove and disassemble alternator.
Install new rotor.
Open or shorted rectifier. (f) Remove and disassemble alternator.
Test rectifiers. Install new rectifiers
as required.
Open or shorted winding in stator. (g) Remove and disassemble alternator.
Test stator windings. Install new
stator if necessary.
EXCESSIVE AMMETER High resistance in the field circuit to (a) Clean and tighten all connections as
FLUCTUATION the alternator or an improperly set necessary. Adjust voltage regulator as
voltage regulator. necessary:

SERVICE PROCEDURES
TESTING THE ALTERNATOR CIRCUIT sure there i s adequate tension on the belt.
(3) Inspect condition of wires and their connections.
(On the Vehicle Using Sun Volts-Amps Tester Model Before performing the test on the system, correct any
VAT-POD and Battery Post Adapter) problem with wiring, such as loose connections, cor-
For the sake of uniformity, one type of equipment roded connections, burned wiring harness, etc.
is shown. Follow the instructions of the equipment
manufacturers on comparable equipment when mak- Tester Controls and Switches
ing the following tests: (1) Set Polarity Switch to NEGATIVE position.
(2) Set tester control knob to DIRECT position.
Preliminary Checks (3) Set voltage switch to 2 VOLT position.
(1) Test the battery condition. Perform reliable (4) Set field control to OPEN position.
battery tests to determine condition and state of
charge of the battery. I f battery is defective or not Tester Lead Connections (Fig. 3 )
fully charged, install a fully charged battery for test (1) Disconnect battery positive cable from battery
purposes. post and install BATTERY POST ADAPTER between
(2) Test the alternator belt condition and tension. cable and post.
Replace alternator drive belt if necessary and make (2) Connect “BAT” lead of tester to stud on
0 ALTER NAT0 R-R EGULATOR-E LECTRI CAL 8-27

SPACER
SHIELD -

INSULATOR
SHIELD

1 PULLEY

WASHER
RETAINER- -
SCREW
BEARING

ND240B
BEARING

Fig. 1 -Alternator (Disassembled View)

adapter. Battery Post Adapter BY-PASS SWITCH must be


(3) Connect “REG” lead of tester to binding post on open for all charging system tests. I t is closed only for
adapter. starting the engine.
(4) Connect “GRD” lead of tester to battery nega-
tive terminal.
Field Circuit Resistance Test (Fig. 4)
(5) Connect negative lead of voltmeter to field
(1) Disconnect slip-on connector from either end of
terminal of regulator.
(6) Connect positive lead of voltmeter to battery
ignition ballast resistor.
end of positive battery cable.
HEAT SINK

I I

NDlOlA 64 x 472

Fig. 2-Ahernator Assembly Fig. %-Tester Lead Connections


8-28 E LECTRICAL-ALTE RNATOR-R EG ULATOR 0

(2) Turn ignition switch on.


LIGHT SWITCH VEHICLE
(3) With vehicle doors closed and all accessories
turned off, observe Voltmeter reading. Voltage should
not exceed .55 volt. A reading in excess of .55 volt ALTERNATOR
indicates high resistance in field circuit between bat-
tery and voltage regulator field terminal.
(4) If high resistance is indicated, move negative VA
voltmeter lead to each connection along circuit to-
wards battery. A sudden drop in voltage indicates a
loose or corroded connection between that point and
last point tested. To test terminals for tightness, at-
tempt to move the terminal while observing volt-
meter. Any movement of meter pointer indicates
looseness.
Excessive resistance in regulator wiring circuit will
cause fluctuation in the ammeter, or a below normal
charge rate. 64x474A

Field Current Draw Test (Fig. 4) Fig. 5-Current Output Test


With tester connections positioned as for the Field
Circuit Resistance Test, observe test ammeter. Test (7) Reconnect slip-on connector at ignition ballast
ammeter will indicate field current draw. Refer to resistor.
“Specifications.” (8) Close BY-PASS Switch of Battery Post Adapter.
(9) With tester Field Control in OPEN position,
Current Output Test (Fig. 5 ) start engine and adjust to 1250 RPM.
(1) With ignition switch off, disconnect the field (10) Open BY-PASS Switch of Battery Post Adapt-
wire from the “FLD” terminal of the alternator and er.
at the regulator. (11) Rotate tester Control Knob to LOAD position
(2) Connect one of the test leads of tester Field until Voltmeter reads 6 volts.
Control to “FLD” terminal of alternator. (12) Rotate tester Field Control to DIRECT position
(3) Connect other lead of Tester Field Control to and adjust tester Control Knob until Voltmeter reads
“BAT” terminal of alternator. exactly 15 volts.
(4) Set Tester Voltage Switch to 16 VOLT position. (13) Observe test ammeter. Ammeter now indicates
(5) Connect positive lead of test Voltmeter to maximum output of alternator. Current output should
“BAT” terminal of alternator. be within limits shown in “Specification.”
(6) Connect negative lead of the Test Voltmeter to Current output should be within 5 amperes of rated
battery negative post. output as there is a total of 5 amperes supplied by the
alternator that will not appear on test ammeter. This
consists of 1/2 ampere approximate for the instru-
ments, 1-1/2 amperes for the engine ignition system,
and 3 amperes for field current.
If output is slightly less (5 to 7 amperes) than that
specified above, it may be an indication of a possible
VA “open” rectifier or other alternator internal prob-
lems. If output is considerably lower than that speci-
fied above, it may be an indication of a possible
“shorted” rectifier or other alternator internal prob-
lems. In either case the alternator should be removed
and tested on the bench before disassembly.
(14) Return tester Field Control to OPEN position.
(15) Return tester Control Knob to DIRECT posi-
d \
BATTERY POST tion.
ADAPTER
64x473A
Insulated Circuit Resistance Test (Fig. 6 )
Fig. &Field Circuit Reridance and Field Current (1) Connect negative lead of Voltmeter to battery
Draw Ted end of positive battery cable.
0 ALTERNATOR-REGULATOR-ELECTRICAL 8-29

VP\

ADAPTER
ADAPTER
64x475A 64x476A

Fig. 6-Insulated Circuit Resistance Test Fig. 7-Ground Circuit Resistance Test

(2) Set Voltage Switch to 2 VOLT position. Ground Circuit Resistance Test (Fig. 7 )
(1) Connect positive lead of test voltmeter to nega-
(3) Adjust Field Control until tester ammeter reads tive terminal of battery.
exactly 10 amperes. (2) Connect negative lead of test voltmeter to a
(4) Observe voltmeter reading. Voltmeter now indi- good ground on the alternator.
cates amount of voltage loss across insulated circuit. (3) With alternator charging 10 amps, observe
Voltage loss should not exceed .3 volt. If higher volt- voltmeter reading. Voltmeter now indicates amount of
age loss is indicated, inspect, clean and tighten all voltage loss across ground circuit. Voltage loss should
connections in charging circuit. A voltage loss test not exceed .3 volt.
may be performed at each connection to locate the (4) Rotate tester Field Control to the OPEN posi-
connection that has excessive resistance. tion.

VOLTAGE REGULATOR
(CHRYSLER BUILT)
GENERAL INFORMATION
The only function of the regulator is to limit the nected to the insulated “FLD” terminal.
output voltage. The voltage regulator accomplishes Three resistance units are used (Fig. 10).
this by controlling the flow of current in the rotor Two resistors are connected between the “IGN”
field coil, and in effect controls the strength of the
rotor magnetic field. I UPPER CONTACT
ARMATURE
The voltage regulator is connected in the field cir-
/

cuit between the battery and the field terminal of the


alternator. One terminal of the regulator is marked
“IGN” and the other is marked “FLD.” The “IGN”
terminal of the regulator is connected to the coil side @ VOLTAGE
Irf
f
COIL
of the ignition switch so that the field circuit is com-
pleted only when the ignition switch is turned “ON.”
The voltage regulator (Fig. 8) has two sets of con-
tacts using a common single armature. The upper and
lower stationary contact brackets are mounted on a
molded plastic bracket which is attached to the regu-
lator frame by a screw. (Fig. 9.) The upper contact
bracket is connected to the “IGN” terminal by a fusi- NK109
ble wire. The lower contact bracket is connected to
ground by another fusible wire. The armature is con- Fig. 8-Voltage Regulator (Cover Removed)
8-30 E LECTRICAL-ALTER NATOR-R EG ULATOR 0

causes current to flow through the regulator upper


contacts, through the ‘‘FLD” terminal of the regulator
and to the “insulated” brush and rotor slip ring. The
rotor field coil circuit is completed to “ground”
FUSIBLE
WIRE through the other rotor slip ring and the “ground”
SOLDERING brush. Inasmuch as the upper contacts are “closed,”
POINTS the field circuit resistance is low, and maximum cur-
rent will flow through the rotor field coil. The rotor
field strength will be high, and the alternator output
will be at its maximum for any rotor speed.
As the battery line voltage increases, the magnetic
pull of the voltage coil overcomes the armature spring
tension, and “opens” the upper contacts. The arma-
ture contacts at this time do not touch either the
I upper or lower stationary contacts. Field current now
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flows through the regulator “IGN” terminal, through


Fig. 9-Voltage Regulator Fusible Wires the two parallel resistors, through the “FLD” termi-
nal, and through the rotor field to ground.
and “FLD” terminals, in parallel with the upper set The two resistors, in series with the field circuit,
of contacts. One resistor is connected between “FLD” reduce field current and rotor field strength, with a
terminal and ground. Its function is to reduce arcing corresponding reduction in alternator output voltage.
at regulator contacts. This momentarily reduces battery line voltage applied
A voltage coil, (Fig. 8) consisting of many turns of to the regulator voltage coil. The regulator armature
fine wire, is connected in series between the “IGN” spring tension overcomes the magnetic pull of the
terminal of the regulator and “ground.” Thus, when voltage coil, closing the upper contacts.
the ignition switch is turned “ON’ battery voltage When the electrical load requirements are relative-
applied to the windings energizes the coil and the ly high, the regulator armature oscillates, opening
magnetic force of the coil tends to attract the regu- and closing the upper contacts. This alternately “puts
lator armature. in” and “takes out” resistance in the field circuit, and
When battery line voltage is relatively low, current in effect limits the alternator output voltage.
flow through the voltage coil will be low. The m a g When the electrical load requirements are low and
netic force (or pull) of the voltage coil will not be the engine speed is high, the alternator output voltage
great enough to overcome the regulator armature tends to increase. The battery line voltage (now slight-
spring tension, which is holding the armature contact ly increased) causes the regulator voltage coil m a g
against the upper stationary contact, (Fig. 8). netic force to pull the armature contact against the
Battery line voltage applied to the “IGN” terminal regulator lower stationary contact.
Field current flow is now through the regulator
“IGN” terminal, through the two parallel resistors to
the regulator “FLD” terminal. Since the regulator
armature is connected to the “FLD” terminal and
the lower contacts are closed, the current path is
through the regulator armature to the movable con-
tact and then through the lower contact to ground.
This is because the resistance to ground is less than
the alternator rotor field coil resistance.
By-passing the alternator field coil will cause the
alternator output voltage and the battery line voltage
to drop. This reduction in voltage will reduce the
magnetic pull of the regulator voltage coil, to the ex-
tent that it cannot hold the armature contact against
the stationary lower contact.
The armature moves into a “no contact” position
c between the upper and lower stationary contacts. This
momentarily allows the field current to flow through
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the two parallel resistors and through the rotor field


Fig. I &Voltage Regulator Reristcmce Units coil to ground. At high engine speed and low electrical
0 ALTER NATOR-R EG ULATOR-E LECTR ICAL 8-31
load operation, the armature oscillates between the stationary contact, to limit battery line voltage.
“no contact” position, and contact with the lower
SERVICE PROCEDURES
VOLTAGE REGULATOR TEST (With VAT-20D field wire disconnected from alternator “FLD” ter-
Tester) (Fig. 1 1) minal.
(4) Set Tester Voltage Switch to 16 VOLT position.
Regulator Temperature should be normalized by o p (5) Connect positive lead of Tester Voltmeter to
erating with a 10 ampere load for 15 minutes just “BAT” terminal of alternator.
prior to testing. (6) Connect negative lead of Tester Voltmeter to
battery negative terminal.
Tester Controls and Switches (7)Rotate Tester Field Control to the DIRECT posi-
(1) Set Polarity Switch to NEGATIVE position. tion.
(2) Set Tester Control Knob to DIRECT position. (8) With engine operating at 1250 RPM, rotate
(3) Set Voltage Switch to 2 VOLT position. Tester Control Knob clockwise until Ammeter reads
(4) Set Field Control to OPEN position. exactly 15 amperes.
(9) Rotate Tester Field Control from DIRECT posi-
Tester Lead Connections tion to OPEN position and then back to DIRECT posi-
(1) Disconnect battery positive cable from battery tion to cycle the system.
post and install BATTERY POST ADAPTER between (10) Observe test voltmeter. Voltmeter now indi-
cable and post. cates setting of the voltage regulator upper contacts.
(2) Connect “BAT” lead of tester to stud on Refer to “Specifications.”
ADAPTER. (11) Rotate tester Control Knob to DIRECT posi-
(3) Connect “REG” lead of tester to binding post on tion. If regulator operates within specifications, pro-
adapter. ceed to lower contact voltage test. If upper contact
(4) Connect “GRD”’1ead of tester to battery nega- voltage setting is not within specifications, remove
tive terminal. regulator cover and adjust voltage setting as outlined
THE BATTERY POST ADAPTER BY-PASS SWITCH in “Regulator Adjustments” step number (1).
must be open for all charging sytem tests. I t i s closed
for starting the engine. Lower Contact Test
(1) Increase engine speed to 2200 RPM.
(2) Rotate tester Control Knob to the 1/4 OHM
Upper Contacts Test position only if tester Ammeter reads over 5 amperes.
(1) With ignition switch turned off, disconnect field
wire from “FLD” terminal of alternator. (3) Rotate tester Field Control from DIRECT posi-
(2) Connect one of the test leads of Tester Field tion to OPEN position and then back to DIRECT
Control to “FLD” terminal of alternator. position to cycle the system.
(3) Connect other lead of Tester Field Control to (4) Observe the voltmeter. Voltmeter now indicates
setting of voltage regulator lower contacts. Refer to
LIGHT SWITCH VEHICLE specifications.
Voltage should increase not less than .2 volt or
more than .7 volt above previous operating voltage
setting recorded in the upper contact test. A voltage
reading of less than .2 volt or more than .7volt is an
indication of a possible wrong air gap setting, refer to
V “Regulator Mechanical Adjustments.”
(5) Rotate tester Field Control to OPEN position
and Control Knob to DIRECT position.
Upon completion of test, reduce engine speed to
idle, stop engine, and disconnect all test leads and
adaptors. Be sure that all vehicle’s cables and wiring
connections are secure before restarting engine.
CAUTION: Be sure negative post of battery is al-
hTTERY POST ways connected to ground. Incorrect battery polarity
ADAPTER
64x477A may result in wiring harness damage and may dam-
age alternator rectifiers. Do not ground alternator
Fig. I I-Voltage Regulator Test field circuit, as this may damage regulator.
8-32 ELECTR ICAL-ALTER NATOR-R EG ULATOR 0

Adjusting the Voltage Setting to Driving Voltage Regulator Fusible W i r e


Conditions Replacement
Specifications called for in the voltage regulator (1) Cut fuse wire above solder connection at the
chart indicate a tolerance of one volt from the low base and unwind wire at top bracket.
setting to high setting at temperatures indicated CAUTION: If an attempt is made to unsolder the
for the upper contact setting. old fuse, the very small wire from voltage coil may be
To maintain battery in a full state of charge, the damaged.
voltage regulator should be adjusted to provide (2) Tin end of fuse wire. Use resin core solder only.
proper voltage limiting setting according to custom- (3) Holding tinned end of new fuse wire into re-
er’s driving and load requirement habits as follows: cessed rivet at base of regulator. Place soldering iron
(a) Check entire charging system and battery as on rivet head and heat sufficiently to melt the solder.
outlined in this Service Manual. Allow solder to cool sufficiently for fuse wire to make
(b) If there are no defects in the charging system a good solder joint.
or in the battery and the battery was found to be in a (4) Pull new fuse wire up enough to remove slack
low state of charge, increase setting by .3 volt (do not and wrap it around the bracket. Solder coiled wire to
exceed specified voltage limits) and retest for an im- the bracket and cut off surplus fuse wire.
proved battery condition after a reasonable service The original fuse wire is machine wound on the
period (week or two). If battery state of charge has upper bracket. Replacement fuse should be soldered
increased to a satisfactory level, do not change voltage to the bracket to ensure a good electrical contact.
setting. If battery shows evidence of over-charge-
(low electrolyte level, high water consumption, exces- Regulator Mechanical Adjustments
sive dampness on top of battery), decrease setting by Step 1-Adjust upper contact voltage setting as
.3 volt and retest for an improved battery condition necessary by bending regulator lower spring hanger
after a reasonable service period (week or two). down to increase voltage setting, up to decrease volt-
CAUTION: Always adjust settings in steps not to age setting. Use an insulated tool to bend spring
exceed .3 volt at a time. (Do not exceed specified hanger (Fig. 12). The regulator must be installed, cor-
voltage limits.) rectly connected, and retested after each adjustment
(c) The proper setting of the voltage regulator is of lower spring hanger.
attained when the battery remains at least 1.225 spe- If repeated readjustment is required, it i s permissi-
cific gravity in the winter or 1.245 specified gravity in ble to use a jumper wire to ground the regulator base
the summer, with a minjmum water requirement (not to the fender splash shield for testing, in lieu of rein-
more than an ounce of water per cell per one thou- stalling regulator each time. However, it i s important
sand miles). that regulator cover be reinstalled, regulator connec-
tions correctly connected, and regulator satisfactorily
insulated by fender cover to prevent grounding the
regulator terminals or resistances. When testing, reg-
ulator must be at the same attitude (or angle) as when
installed on vehicle. If step (1) under ”Mechanical Ad-
justments” does not bring voltage regulator within
specifications, proceed to Step (2) following:
Step 2-Measure lower contact point gap. Lower
contact gap should be .014 inch plus or minus .002
inch. Adjust lower contact gap as necessary by bend-
ing lower stationary contact bracket making sure con-
tacts are in alignment.
If lower contact gap is correct and voltage regulator
setting is still outside the .2 to .7 volt increase, adjust
air gap as follows:
(a) Connect a small dry cell test lamp in series with
the “IGN” and “FLD” terminal of voltage regulator.
(b) Insert an .048 inch wire gauge between regu-
lator armature and core of the voltage coil next to
stop pin on armature (Fig. 13).
Vi
N K 108 (c) Press down on armature (not on the contact
reed) until armature contacts wire gauge. Upper con-
Flg. 12-Adlusting Spring tension tacts should just open and test lamp should be dim.
0 ALTERNATOR-REGULATOR-ELECTRICAL 8-33
(d) Insert an .052 inch wire gauge between the
armature and voltage coil core, next to the stop pin on
armature.
(e) Press down on armature until it contacts wire
gauge. The upper contacts should remain closed and
test lamp should remain bright.
If an adjustment is required to obtain the differ-
ence between the upper contact voltage and lower
contact voltage of .2 volt to .7 volt; adjust the air gap
by loosening the stationary contact bracket screw and
moving bracket up or down as necessary to obtain
proper air gap setting as follows:
If the difference is above .7volt, reduce air gap to a
minimum of .045 inch with contacts open and test
lamp dim. At .048 inch contacts should close and test
lamp should be bright.
If the difference is below .2 volt, increase air gap to
a maximum of .055 inch with contacts closed and test
lamp bright. At .052 inch contacts should be open and
test lamp should be dim.
Make sure air gap i s checked with stationary con-
tact bracket attaching screw fully tightened.
Fig. 13--Testing the Air Gap

VOLTAGE REGULATOR
(ESSEX BUILT)
GENERAL INFORMATION
The only function of the regulator is to limit the of the ignition switch so that the field circuit is com-
output voltage. The voltage regulator accomplishes pleted only when the ignition switch is turned “ON.”
this by controlling the flow of current in the rotor The voltage regulator has two sets of contacts mov-
field coil, and in effect controls the strength of the ing with the regulator armature (Fig. 14). The com-
rotor magnetic field. mon upper and lower stationary contacts are mounted
The voltage regulator is connected in the field cir- on a bracket which is attached to but insulated from
cuit between the battery and the field terminal of the the regulator frame. The lower contact mounted on
alternator. One terminal of the regulator is marked the armature is connected to the “IGN” terminal. The
“IGN” and the other is marked “FLD.” The “IGN” upper contact, mounted on the armature, but insu-
terminal of the regulator is connected to the coil side lated from it, is connected to ground by a flexible
UPPER CONTACT \ 1STATIONARY wire. The stationary contacts are connected to the
“FLD” terminal by a fusible link (Fig. 15).
ADJUSTMENT Four resistance units are used (Fig. 16). Two re-
sistors are connected between the “IGN” and “FLD”
LOWER CONTAC terminals, in parallel with the lower set of contacts.
FLEXIBLE WIRE
SOLDERING POlNTS A third resistor is connected between the “FLD”
VOLTAGE COIL terminal and ground. Its function is to reduce arcing
at the regulator contacts.
A voltage coil, (Fig. 14) consisting of many turns of
fine wire, is connected in series with the fourth re-
sistor between the “IGN” terminal of the regulator
and “ground.” Thus, when the ignition switch is turn-
ed “ON,” battery voltage applied to the windings
energizes the coil and the magnetic force of the coil
VOLTAGE COIL tends to attract the regulator armature.
SOLDERING POINTS NN334 A When the battery line voltage is relatively low, the
Fig. 14-Voltage Regulator (Cover Removed) current flow through the voltage coil will be low. The
8-34 ELECTRICAL-ALTERNATOR-REGULATOR 0

CONTACT ARM
ARMATURE SPRl
ADJUSTMENT SCREW

NN335A

Fig. 15-Voltage Regulutor Fusible Wire Fig. 16-Voltuge Regulutor Resistance Units
magnetic force (or pull) of the voltage coil will not be ly high, the regulator armature oscillates, opening
great enough to overcome the regulator armature and closing the lower contacts. This alternately “puts
spring tension, which is holding the armature contact in“ and “takes out” resistance in the field circuit, and
against the lower stationary contact (Fig. 14). in effect limits the alternator output voltage.
Battery line voltage applied to the “IGN” terminal
causes current to flow through the regulator lower When the electrical load requirements are low and
contacts, through the “FLD” terminal of the regulator the engine speed is high, the alternator output voltage
and to the “insulated” brush and rotor slip ring. The tends to increase. The battery line voltage (now slight-
rotor field coil circuit is completed to “ground” ly increased) causes the regulator voltage coil mag-
through the other rotor slip ring and the “ground” netic force to pull the grounded armature contact
brush. Inasmuch as the lower contacts are “closed,” against the regulator upper stationary contact. The
the field circuit resistance is low, and maximum cur- “FLD” terminal is now connected to ground.
rent will flow through the rotor field coil. The rotor Field current flow is now through the regulator
field strength will be high, and the alternator output “IGN” terminal, through the two parallel resistors,
will be at its maximum for any rotor speed. to the regulator “FLD” terminal, and then to ground.
As the battery line voltage increases, the magnetic This is because the resistance to ground is less than
pull of the voltage coil overcomes the armature spring the alternator rotor field coil resistance.
tension, and “opens” the lower contacts. The station- By-passing the alternator field coil will cause the
ary contacts at this time do not touch either the upper alternator output voltage and the battery line voltage
or lower armature contacts. Field current now flows to drop. This reduction in voltage will reduce the
through the regulator “IGN’ terminal, through the magnetic pull of the regulator voltage coil, to the ex-
two parallel resistors, through the “FLD” terminal, tent that it cannot hold the armature contact against
and through the rotor field ground. the stationary upper contact.
The two resistors, in series with the field circuit, The armature moves into a “no contact” position
reduce field current and rotor field strength, with a about the upper and lower stationary contacts. This
corresponding reduction in alternator output voltage. momentarily allows the field current to flow through
This momentarily reduces battery line voltage applied the two parallel resistors and through the rotor field
to the regulator voltage coil. The regulator armature coil to ground. At high engine speed and low electri-
spring tension overcomes the magnetic pull of the cal load operation, the armature oscillates between
voltage coil, closing the upper contacts. the “no contact” position, and contact with the upper
When the electrical load requirements are relative- stationary contact, to limit the battery line voltage.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
VOLTAGE REGULATOR TEST (With VAT-POD to testing.
Tester) (Fig. 11)
Tester Controls and Switches
Regulator temperature should be normalized by oper- (1) Set Polarity Switch to NEGATIVE position.
ating with a 10 ampere lead for 15 minutes just prior (2) Set Tester Control Knob to DIRECT position.
0 ALTERNATO R-R EGULATOR-ELECTRICAL 8-35
(3) Set Voltage Switch to 2 VOLT position. setting of the voltage regulator upper contacts. Refer
(4) Set Field Control to OPEN position. to specifications.
Voltage should increase not less than .2 volt or
Tester Lead Connections more than .7 volt above previous operating voltage
(1) Disconnect battery positive cable from battery setting recorded in lower contact test. A voltage read-
post and install BATTERY POST ADAPTER between ing of less than .2 volt or more than .7 volt is an
cable and post. indication of a possible wrong air gap setting, refer to
(2) Connect “BAT” lead of Tester to stud on adap- “Regulator Mechanical Adjustments.”
ter. (5) Rotate Tester Field Control to OPEN position
(3) Connect “REG” lead of Tester to binding post and Control Knob to DIRECT position.
on adapter. Upon completion of test, reduce engine speed to
(4) Connect “GRD” lead of Tester to battery nega- idle, stop engine, and disconnect all test leads and
tive terminal. adaptors. Be sure that all vehicle’s cables and wiring
THE BATTERY POST ADAPTER BY-PASS SWITCH connections are secure before restarting engine.
must be open for all charging system tests. I t is closed CAUTION: Be sure the negative post of battery is
for starting the engine. always connected to ground. Incorrect battery polari-
ty may result in wiring harness damage and may
Lower Contacts Test damage alternator rectifiers. Do not ground alter-
(1) With ignition switch turned off, disconnect field nator field circuit, as this may damage the regulator.
wire from “FLD” terminal of alternator.
(2) Connect on of the test leads of Tester Field Adjusting the Voltage Setting to Driving
Control to “FLD” terminal of alternator. Conditions
(3) Connect other lead of Tester Field Control to Specifications called for in the voltage regulator
field wire disconnected from alternator “FLD” chart indicates a tolerance of 1 volt from the low
terminal. setting to the high setting at the temperatures in-
(4) Set Tester Voltage Switch to 16 VOLT position. dicated for the lower contact setting.
(5) Connect positive lead of Tester Voltmeter to To maintain the battery in a full state of charge,
“BAT” terminal of alternator. the voltage regulator should be adjusted to provide
(6) Connect negative lead of Tester Voltmeter to proper voltage limiting setting according to the cus-
battery negative terminal. tomer’s driving and load requirement habits as fol-
(7) Rotate Tester Field Control to the DIRECT posi- lows:
tion. (1) Check entire charging sytem and battery as
(8) With engine operating at 1250 RPM, rotate outlined in this Service Manual.
Tester Control Knob clockwise until Ammeter reads (2) If there are no defects in the charging system
exactly 15 amperes. or in the battery and the battery was found to be in
(9) Rotate Tester Field Control from DIRECT posi- a low state of charge, increase setting by .3 volt (do not
tion to OPEN position and then back to DIRECT posi- exceed specified voltage limits) and retest for an im-
tion to cycle the system. proved battery condition after a reasonable service
(10) Observe Tester Voltmeter. Voltmeter now in- period (week or two). If battery state of charge has
dicates setting of voltage regulator lower contacts. increased to a satisfactory level, do not change voltage
Refer to “Specifications.” setting. If the battery shows evidence of over-
(11) Rotate Tester Control Knob to DIRECT posi- charge-(low electrolyte level, high water consump-
tion. If regulator operates within specifications, pro- tion, excessive dampness on top of battery), decrease
ceed to upper contact voltage test. If lower contact setting by .3 volt and retest for an improved battery
voltage setting is not within specifications, adjust condition after a reasonable service period (week or
voltage setting as outlined in “Regulator Adjust- two).
ments” test number (1).
CAUTION: Always adjust settings in steps not to ex-
ceed .3 volt at a time. (Do not exceed specified voltage
Upper Contact Test limits.
(1) Increase engine speed to 2200 RPM.
(2) Rotate Tester Control Knob to 1/4 OHM posi- (3) The proper setting of the voltage regulator is
tion only if Tester Ammeter reads over 5 amperes. attained when battery remains at least 1.225 specific
(3) Rotate Tester Field Control from the DIRECT gravity in the winter or 1.245 specified gravity in the
position to the OPEN position and then back to the summer, with a minimum water requirement (not
DIRECT position to cycle the system. more than an ounce of water per cell per one thou-
(4) Observe voltmeter. Voltmeter now indicates sand miles).
8-36 ELECTRICAL-ALTERNATO R-R EGULATOR 0

ADJUSTMENT OPENING

NN339A

Fig. 19-Bending Stationary Contuct Arm


alignment.
If upper contact gap is correct and voltage regu-
lator setting is still outside the .2 to .7 volt increase,
adjust air gap as follows:
- 4 NN337 If the difference is above .7 volt, reduce air gap by
bending down the fixed contact bracket (Fig. 19). If
Fig. 17-Lower Contact Voltage Adjustment the difference is below .2 volt, increase air gap by
bending fixed contact bracket up.
Voltage Regulator Fusible Wire Replacement (a) Connect a small dry cell test lamp in series with
Install a new fuse wire. Solder both ends of a new
fuse wire securely using only resin core solder. the “IGN” and “FLD” terminal of the voltage regu-
lator.
(b) Insert a .032 inch wire gaugeabetweenregulator
Regulator Mechanical Adjustments armature and core of voltage coil next to stop pin on
Do not remove regulator or regulator cover for volt-
age adjustment. The stop in the regulator cover will
the armature (Fig. 20), and press down on the arma-
limit the voltage adjustment range and the voltage
ture until armature contacts wire gauge. Lower con-
adjustment screw (Figs. 14 and 15) should not be
tacts should just open and test lamp should be dim.
forced beyond this point.
(c) With air gap adjusted as in step (b), a .042 inch
Step One-Adjust lower contact voltage setting as wire gauge cannot be inserted between the armature
necessary by turning the adjustment screw (Figs. 15 and voltage core.
Before installing cover screws, make sure rubber
and 17) clockwise to increase voltage or counter-
grommet is entered over the voltage adjustment
clockwise to decrease voltage.
screw.
If “Step One” does not bring voltage regulator with-
in specifications proceed to “Step Two” following:
Step Tw-Remove regulator cover and measure ALTERNATOR SERVICE PROCEDURES
upper contact point gap. Upper contact gap should be If alternator performance does not meet current
.014 inch, plus or minus .004 inch. Adjust upper con-
output specifications limits, it will have to be removed
tact gap as necessary by bending armature upper con-
tact bracket (Fig. 18), making sure contacts are in

P
----I;;” NN338A

Fig. 18-Bending Upper Contact Arm Fig. 20-Testing Air Gap


0 A LTER NAT0 R- R EG U LATOR-E LECTR ICA L 8-37
and disassembled for further test and servicing. INSULATED
(1) Disconnect battery ground cable at battery
g

negative terminal.
(2) Disconnect alternator output “BA’M”’ and field
“FLD” leads and disconnect ground wire.
(3) Remove alternator mounting bolts and remove
alternator.

BENCH TESTS
Field Coil Draw
If alternator field coil draw has not been tested on
vehicle it may be tested on test bench as follows:
(1) Connect test ammeter positive lead to battery
positive terminal of a fully charged battery. Connect
test ammeter negative lead to field terminal of alter- NDlW
nator. Connect a jumper wire to negative terminal of
battery, and ground it to alternator end shield. Fig. 2 I-Removing or Installing Insulated Brush
(2) Slowly rotate alternator rotor by hand. Observe mounted in a plastic holder that positions brush verti-
ammeter reading. Field coil draw should be 2.3 am- cally against one of the slip rings.
peres to 2.7 ampere at 12 volts. (1) Remove retaining screw lockwasher, insulated
A low rotor coil draw i s an indication of high resist- washer, and field terminal, and carefully lift plastic
ance in field coil circuit, (brushes, slip rings, or rotor holder containing spring and brush assembly from
coil). A higher rotor coil draw indicates possible end housing, (Fig. 21).
shorted rotor coil or grounded rotor. (2) The ground brush is positioned horizontally
against remaining slip ring and is retained in a holder
Testing Alternator Internal Field Circuit for that is integral with end shield. Remove retaining
Ground screw and lift clip, spring and brush assembly from
(1) To test internal field circuit for ground, remove end shield, (Fig. 22).
ground brush. Touch one test prod from a 110 volt CAUTION: Stator is laminated, do not burr stator or
test lamp to the alternator insulated brush terminal end shield.
and remaining test prod to end shield. If rotor assem- (3) Remove through bolts and pry between the
bly or insulated brush is not grounded, lamp will not stator and drive end shield with blade of a screw-
light. driver, (Fig. 23). Carefully separate drive end shield,
(2) If lamp lights, remove insulated brush assembly pulley and rotor assembly away from stator and recti-
(noting how the parts are assembled) and separate the fier shield assembly.
end shields by removing the three through bolts.
(3) Again test by placing one of the test prods to a Testing the Rectifierswith Tool C-3829
slip ring and remaining test prod to end shield. If The Rectified Tester Tool (2-3829 provides a quick,
lamp lights, rotor assembly is grounded and requires
replacement. If lamp does not light after removing GROUND BRUSH ASSEMBLY
the insulated brush and separating the end shields,
the cause of the ground at the first ground test was a
grounded insulated brush.
(4) Examine plastic insulator and screw. Screw is a
special size and must not be substituted.
(5) Install insulated brush holder, terminal, insu-
lated washer, shake proof washer and screw. If the
parts were not assembled in this order or if wrong
screw was used this could be the cause of the ground
condition.

DISASSEMBLING THE ALTERNATOR


To prevent possible damage to brush assemblies,
they should be ‘removed before proceeding with disas-
sembly of the alternator. The insulated brush is Fig. 22-Removing or Installing Ground Brush
8-38 ELECTRICAL-ALTERN ATOR-R EG ULATOR 0

OR PART NUMBER
TEST PROD
-.,.*.s.. CLln
UKIVC CIYU
SHIELD

“ 1
RECTIFIER END
STATOR SHIELD
TO END HOUSING
NK106

Fig. 23-Separating Drive End Shield from Stator Fig. 25--Terting Negative Rectifiers

simple and accurate test of the alternator rectifiers When two rectifiers are good and one is shorted,
without the necessity of disconnecting soldered recti- reading taken at the good rectifiers will be low, and
fier leads. With alternator rectifier end shield sepa- reading at shorted rectifier will be zero. Disconnect
rated from drive end housing proceed with rectifier lead to the rectifier reading zero and retest. The read-
tests as follows: ing of the good rectifiers will now be within satisfac-
tory range.
Positive Case Rectifier Test (F ig. 24) When one rectifier is open it will read approximate-
(a) Place alternator on an insulated surface. Con- ly one ampere, and two good rectifiers will read with-
nect test lead clip to the alternator (“BAT”) output in satisfactory range.
terminal. Negative Case Rectifier (Fig. 25)
(b) Plug in Tool C-3829 power source lead into a (a) Connect test lead clip to rectifier end housing.
110 volt A.C. power supply. Touch exposed bare metal (b) Touch exposed connection of each of the nega-
connections of each of the positive case rectifiers, tive case rectifiers with test prod.
with test prod. Test specifications are the same, and test results
CAUTION: Do not break the sealing around rectifier will be approximately the same as for positive case
lead wire. The sealing material is for protection rectifiers, except meter will read on opposite side of
against corrosion. Always touch test prod to exposed scale.
metal connection nearest rectifier.
The reading for satisfactory rectifiers will be 1-3/4 TESTING RECTIFIERS AND STATOR
amperes or more. Reading should be approximately
the same for three rectifiers. (When Tool C-3829 is not available)

TEST PROD
POSITIVE CASE
RECTIFIERS d I&

Fig. 24-Terting Positive Rectifiers Fig. 26-Separating the Three Stator Leads
0 ALTER NATOR-R EGULATOR-E LECTR ICAL 8-39

TEST LAMP

-7
) &-a

NK113

Fig. 27-Testing Rectifiers with Test lamp Fig. 29-Testing Stator Windings for Continuity
(a) Separate the three (3) stator leads at “Y” con- Possible cause of an open or blown rectifier is a
nection (Fig. 26). faulty capacitor or a battery that has been installed in
Cut stator connection as close to connector as pos- reverse polarity. If battery is installed properly and
sible. If they are cut too short it may be difficult to the rectifiers are open, test capacitor capacity-.50
get them together again for soldering. microfarad (plus or minus 20%).
(b) Test rectifiers with a 12 volt battery and a test (e) Unsolder rectifier leds from stator leads.
lamp equipped with a number 67 bulb (4 candle Do not blow solder off with air-fine particles of
power) by connecting one side of test lamp to positive solder can short other rectifiers.
battery post; other side of test lamp to a test probe (f) Test stator for grounds using a 110 volt test
with other test probe connected to the negative bat- lamp (Fig. 28). Use wood slats to insulate the stator
tery post. from rectifier shield. Contact one prod of test lamp to
(c) Contact outer case of rectifier with one probe stator pole frame, and contact the other prod to each
and other probe to wire in center of rectifier (Fig. 27). of the three stator leads. Test lamp should “not light.”
(d) Reverse the probes, moving probe from recti- If test lamp lights, stator windings are “grounded.”
fier outer case to rectifier wire, and the probe from (g) Test stator windings for continuity, by contact-
rectifier wire to rectifier outer case. ing one prod of test lamp to all three stator leads
If test lamp “lights” in one direction but does “not at “Y” connection. Contact each of the three stator
light” in other direction, rectifier is satisfactory. If leads (disconnected from rectifiers). Test. lamp should
lamp lights in “both directions,” rectifier is “short- “light” when prod contacts each of the three leads. If
ed.” If test lamp does “not light” in either direction, lamp does not light stator winding is “open” (Fig. 29).
rectifier is l<open.” (h) Install a new stator if stator tested is “ground-

Fig. 28-Testing Stator for Ground Fig. 30-Removing the Rectifiers


8-40 ELECTRICAL-ALTER NATOR-REGULATOR 0

TOOL

RETAINER

ND112

Fig. 31-Removing the Pulley Fig. 33-Removing Bearing from Rotor Shaft

ed” or “open.” If the rectifiers must be replaced, un- special adapters (Fig. 31).
solder the rectifier wire from the stator lead wire at (7) Pry drive end bearing spring retainer from end
the soldered joint. shield with a screwdriver (F’ig. 32).
Three rectifiers are pressed into the heat sink and ( 8 ) Support end shield and tap rotor shaft with a
three in end shield. When removing rectifiers, it is\ plastic hammer to separate rotor from end shield.
necessary to support end shield and/or heat sink to The new bearing is lubricated with a predeter-
prevent damage to these castings. mined amount of special lubricant and does not re-
(4) Place Rectifier Removing and Installing Press in quire additional lubrication.
a vise and support end shield on clamp anvil under (9) The drive end ball bearing is an interference
rectifier to be removed (Fig. 30). fit with the rotor shaft. Remove bearing with puller
Support tool adapter SP-3821 is cutaway and slotted Tool C-3615 or (2-3934 and adapters as follows:
t o fit over wires and around bosses in end shield. (a) Position center screw of Tool on rotor shaft.
Make sure bore of tool completely surrounds rectifier (b) Place thin lower end of adapters SP-3375 under
during removal process. bearing equally spaced with upper end of adapters
(5) Carefully apply pressure with tool pressure around center screw.
screw until support tool, rectifier end shield, and re- (c) Hold adapter and center screw in position with
mover pin, and remover adapter are in alignment then tool sleeve.
press the rectifier out of end shield or heat sink. CAUTION: The tool sleeve must bottom ON bear-
(6) The pulley is an interference fit on rotor shaft. ings, otherwise adapters may be damaged.
Remove pulley with Puller Tool C-3615 or C-3934 and (d) Turning center screw while holding outer body
of the tool (Fig. 33) will withdraw bearing from rotor
BEARING RETAINER

Fig. 32-Disengaging Bearing Retainer from


E n d Shield Fig. 34-Removing Heat Sink Insulator
0 ALTER NATOR-REGULATOR-ELECTR ICAL 8-41

C-3770

e
BEARING’
F:
SP-3925

L
63x65

Fig. 35-Removing Rectifier End Shield Bearing


CUT WITH
shaft. CHISEL

(10) Remove output terminal nuts and washers


and remove terminal screw and inside capacitor.
The heat sink is also held in place by the terminal Fig. 37-Cutting Old Slip Rings
screw. REPLACING SLIP RINGS
(11) Remove insulator (Fig. 34).
(12) The needle roller bearing in rectifier end Slip rings that are damaged can be replaced as fol-
shield is a press fit. If necessary to remove rectifier lows:
end frame needle bearing, protect end shield by sup- (a) Remove rotor plastic grease retainer.
porting shield with Tool C-3925 when pressing bear- (b) Unwind field coil leads from slip ring lugs (Fig.
ing out with Tool C-3770A (Fig. 35). Make sure 36) being careful not to break the wire leads.
notches in tool clear raised section of heat sink. (C) Use a chisel to cut through the copper of both
The new bearing is prelubricated and n o additional slip rings at opposite points (180” apart) (Fig. 37).
lubricant should be added, as an excessive amount of (d) Break the plastic insulator and remove the old
lubricant will contaminate the slip rings and cause slip ring.
premature brush and rotor failures. (e) Clean away dirt and particles of old slip ring
‘ 3 I P RING A SLIP R I N G
.UG
LEAD WIRE

N P365 N P366

Fig. 36-Solder Points-Slip Ring Installed Fig. 38-Aligning Slip Ring with Field Lead Wires
8-42 ELECTR ICAL-ALTER NATOR-R EGU LATOR 0

TOOL,

SLIP RIf

PRESS-

Fig. 4 I -Installing Grease Retainer


Fig. 39-Installing Slip Rings (k) Coil each field lead wire around the slip ring lug,
from rotor. starting first wrap against shoulder of lug and wind-
(f) Scrape ends of field coil wires clean for good
ing outward. Solder with resin core solder (Fig. 40).
electrical contact. (1)Test slip rings for ground with a 110 volt test
(g) Position field coil wires so as to clear path for lamp by touching one test lead prod to rotor pole
new slip ring. piece and remaining prod to slip ring. Test lamp
(h) Position new slip ring carefully on rotor shaft
should not light. If lamp lights, slip rings are shorted
to insure that slip ring lugs will be in proper position to ground.
for connecting field coil wires (Fig. 38). (m) Test slip ring for continuity by placing one
(i) Place installing Tool C-3900 over rotor shaft test prod on the positive and the other test prod on
and position rotor, slip ring and tool assembly in the ground slip ring. Light should go on showing the
arbor press (Fig. 39). Press slip ring on shaft. When field circuit is completed.
slip ring i s bottomed on rotor fan, the field lead wire
(n) If rotor is not grounded and field circuit is con-
(insulated brush ring) should be clear at the access
tinuous, lightly clean slip rings surface with 00 sand-
hole through the fan and pole piece.
paper.
( 0 ) Position grease retainer on rotor shaft and
(j) Tin field coil lead wires.
press retainer on shaft with installer Tool C-3921
(Fig. 41). The plastic retainer is properly positioned
when the inner bore of the installer tool bottoms
on the rotor shaft.
RESIN
CORE SOLDER
ASSEMBLING THE ALTERNATOR
(1) Check rectifier identification to make sure cor-
rect rectifier is being installed. Refer to Parts List for
rectifier identification.
(2) Start rectifier squarely into mounting hole.
v
(3) Support heat sink or rectifier end shield on in-
staller adapter of Tool (2-3928. With the installing
adapter positioned on the rectifier, carefully apply
SLIP pressure with tool pressure screw until the installer
tool, rectifier, rectifier end shield or heat sink are in
alignment and after determining that rectifier is
started squarely in the casting, slowly apply pressure
with tool pressure screw until you feel the collar of
..a
NP368
rectifier bottom against casting (Fig. 42).
Make sure installer support adapter fits square
Fig. 40-Soldering Field Coil leads around the rectifier inner boss and that pressure is
C ALTER NATOR-R EGULATOR-ELECTRICAL 8-43

FIXTURE

Fig. 42-Installing a Rectifier Fig. 44-Installing Rectifier End Shield Bearing


applied on outer rim of rectifier. placement rectifier to make certain rectifier was not
CAUTION: DO NOT USE a hammer to start the damaged by the soldering or pressing operations.
rectifier into its bore in end shield. DO NOT HAM- (6) Support end shield on Tool C-3925 so that
MER OR SHOCK the rectifier in any manner as this notches in the support tool will clear the raised sec-
will fracture the thin silicon wafer in the rectifier tion of the heat sink and press the bearing into posi-
causing complete rectifier failure. tion with Tool SP-3381 (Fig. 44).
(4) Clean the leads and mate stator lead with recti- New bearings are pre-lubricated, additional lubrica-
fier wire and bend the loop snugly around stator lead tion is not required.
to provide a good electrical and mechanical connec- (7) Insert drive end bearing in drive end shield and
tion. Solder wires with resin core solder. Hold recti- install bearing retainer plate to hold bearing in place.
fier lead wire with pliers just below the joint while (8) Position bearing and drive end shield on rotor
soldering (Fig. 43). Pliers will absorb heat from the shaft and, while supporting base of rotor shaft, press
soldering operation and protect rectifier. bearing and shield into position on rotor shaft with
After soldering, quickly cool soldered connection;
arbor press and Tool C-3858 (Fig. 45).
touch a dampened cloth against it. This will aid in
forming a solid joint. CAUTION: Make sure bearing is installed squarely
(5) After soldering, stator leads must be pushed at installation; otherwise, damage to bearing will
down into the slots that are cast into the end shield result. Press bearing on rotor shaft until bearing con-
and cemented with MoPar Cement Part Number tacts shoulder on rotor shaft fan hub.
2299314 or equivalent to protect the leads against pos- (9) Install pulley on rotor shaft. Shaft of rotor must
sible interference with the rotor fans. Test each re- be supported in a manner so all pressing force is on
PRESSING TOOL\

ROTOR
RECTIFIER LEAD ND114 A ND116

Fig. 43-Soldering Rectifier and Stator Leads Fig. 45-Installing Drive End Shield Bearing
8-44 ELECTRICALIGN ITION SYSTEM 0

(13)Make sure heat sink and insulator are in posi-


tion then tighten lock nut.
DRIVE (14)Position stator on rectifier end shield.
SHIE (15)Position rotor and end shield assembly on
stator and rectifier end shield assembly. Align
through bolt holes in the stator, rectifier end shield
and drive end shield.
(16) Compress stator and both end shields by hand
and install through bolts, washers and nuts. Tighten
bolts evenly to 20-30inch-pounds.
(17)Install insulated brush in rectifier end shield.
Place bronze terminal on plastic holder with tab of
ROTOR - terminal in the recess in plastic holder.
SHAFT
(18)Place nylon washer on the bronze terminal
and install lockwasher and attaching screw.
(19)Install ground brush and attaching screw.
Fig. 46-Insfalling Alternator Pulley (20)Rotate pulley slowly by hand to be sure rotor
pulley hub and rotor shaft (Fig. 46). fans do not hit the rectifiers, capacitor lead, and
Press pulley on rotor shaft until pulley contacts stator connections.
inner race of drive and bearing. Do not exceed 6800 (21)Install alternator and adjust drive belt to
pounds pressure. specifications.
(10)The alternators have the capacitor mounted (22)Connect (output) “BAT” and (field) “FLD”
internally. Make sure heat sink insulator is in place leads and connect ground wire.
(Fig. 34). (23)Connect battery ground cable.
(11)Install output terminal screw and capacitor (24)Start and operate engine, and observe alter-
through heat sink and end shield. nator operation.
(12)Install insulating washers, lockwashers and (25)Test current output and adjust regulator volt-
lock nuts. age setting, if necessary.

IGNITION SYSTEM-6-CYLINDER
INDEX
Page Page
Assembling the Distributor .................... 50 Idle R.P.M. Test ............................... 46
Ballast Resistor ............................... 54 Ignition Coil .................................. 54
Coil .Ignition ................................. 54 Ignition Timing ................................ 47
Distributor Advance Testing .................... 53 Installation and Aligning Contacts .............. 52
Distributor Contact Dwell ...................... 47 Lubrication .Distributor ....................... 52
Distributor Disassembly ....................... 48 Secondary Circuit Inspection .................. 45
Distributor Installation ......................... 53 Service Diagnosis ............................. 44
Distributor Lubrication ........................ 52 Shaft and Bushing Wear Test .................. 47
Distributor Removal ........................... 47 Spark Plugs ..................................
Specifications .................................
64
Distributor Resistance Test .................... 46 98
Dwell Variation ................................ 47 Testing Contact Arm Spring Tension ............ 51
General Information ............................ 44 Timing .Ignition .............................. 47
GENERAL INFORMATION
The ignition system consists of two separate cir- mary wiring make up the low voltage primary circuit.
cuits. The battery, ammeter, ignition switch, ballast The secondary high voltage circuit includes the coil
resistor, primary winding of the ignition coil, distribu- secondary winding, distributor cap and rotor, spark
tor contacts and condenser, vehicle frame, and pri- plug cables, spark plugs and vehicle frame.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
BURNED OR PITTED (a) Dirt or oil on contacts. (a) If oil is on contact face, determine
DlSTRlBUTOR cause and correct condition. Clean
CONTACTS distributor cam of dirt and grease, a p
0 IGNITION SYSTEM-ELECTRICAL 8-45
Condition Possible Cause Correction
ply a light film of distributor cam lu-
bricant to cam lobes; wipe off excess.
See “Distributor Lubrication.” Re-
place contact set and adjust as nec-
essary.
(b) Alternator voltage regulator setting (b) Test alternator voltage regulator set-
too high. ting, adjust as necessary. Replace
contact set and adiust as necessarv.
Contacts misaligned or gap too small. (c) Align and adjust contacts.
Faulty coil. (d) Test and replace coil if necessary. Re-
place and adjust contacts.
Ballast resistor not in circuit. (e) Inspect conditions, and correctly con-
nect the coil.
Wrong condenser or faulty condenser, (f) Test condenser and replace if neces-
sary. Replace and adjust contacts.
Faulty ignition switch. (g) Replace ignition switch.
Bushings or distributor shaft worn. (h) Recondition distributor.
Touching contacts with the hands dur- (i) Replace and adjust contacts.
i ng i nsta I la tio n.
IGNITION COIL Coil damaged by excessive heat from (a) Replace coil. Inspect condition of the
FAILURE engine. distributor contacts.
Coil tower carbon-tracked. (b) Replace the coil.
Oil leak at tower. ( c ) Replace the coil.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
Secondary Circuit hspection plug cable is disconnected from spark plug while
Check the high tension cable connections for good running probe along coil wire secondary cable.
contact at the coil and distributor cap towers and at Cracked, leaking or faulty cables should be replaced.
the spark plugs. Terminals should be fully seated. The When installing new cable assemblies, install new
nipples and spark plug covers should be in good con- high tension cable and nipple assembly over cap or
dition. Nipples should fit tightly on the coil cap towers coil tower, entering the terminal into the tower, push
and spark plug cover should fit tight around spark lightly, then pinch the large diameter of nipple (Fig.
plug insulators. Cable connections that are loose will 1) to release trapped air between the nipple and tower.
corrode and increase the resistance and permit water Continue pushing on the cable and nipple until cables
to enter the towers causing ignition malfunction. are properly seated in the cap towers. Use the same
To maintain proper sealing between the towers procedure to install cable in coil tower (Fig. 2). Wipe
and nipples, cable and nipple assemblies should not the spark plug insulator clean before reinstalling
be removed from the distributor or coil towers unless cable and cover.
nipples are damaged or cable testing indicates high
resistance or broken insulation.
Clean high tension cables with a cloth moistened
with a non-flammable solvent and wipe dry. Bend
cable to check for brittle or cracked insulation.
When testing secondary cables for punctures and
cracks with an oscilloscope follow the instructions of
the equipment manufacturers.
If an oscilloscope is not available, secondary cables
can be tested as follows:
(a) Engine not running, connect one end of a test
probe to a good ground, other end free for probing.
(b) Disconnect cable at spark plug end. Insulate
cable end from grounding.
(c) With engine running, move test probe along
entire length of wire. If punctures or cracks are
present there will be a noticeable spark jump from
the faulty area to the probe. Secondary coil wire may Fig. I-fnstalling Secondary Cable and Nipples at
be checked in the same manner, be sure one spark Distributor Cap Towers
8-46 ELECTRICAL-IG NIT10N SYSTEM 0

until Dwell Meter reads on the set line (test leads sepa-
rated).
(2) Leave Selector Switch in CALIBRATE position,
connect Tach-Dwell red lead to distributor terminal of
coil and black lead to a good ground.
(3) Turn ignition switch “ON.” Observe dwell meter
reading. Meter pointer should be well within bar
marked “DISTRIBUTOR RESISTANCE.” If reading
is zero or outside of bar, crank engine with the starter
until meter pointer moves as far to the right as
possible. (This will indicate that contacts are closed.)
A reading now within the bar indicates a normal dis-
tributor primary circuit.
Fig. 2--lndalling Secondary Cable and Nipple ut If reading is outside the bar, high resistance is
Coil Tower present in distributor primary circuit.
(4) Remove test lead from distributor terminal of
“Electronic Suppression” printed on cable jacket. coil and connect to the following points:
No additional resistors are necessary. (a) Distributor primary terminal (outside)
An ohmmeter can be used to check resistance (b) Distributor primary terminal (inside)
type cables for open circuits, loose terminals or high (c) Contact terminal bracket (insulated bracket)
resistance as follows: (d) Ground side of contacts.
(a) Remove cable from spark plug and install the (e) Distributor housing.
proper adapater between cable and the spark plug. (5)Repeat test at each connection until a notice-
(b) Lift distributor cap from distributor with cables
able change occurs in meter reading. If a poor con-
intact. Do not remove cables from the cap. nection or faulty lead is indicated,*clean, tighten or
(c) Connect the ohmmeter between spark plug replace as necessary and repeat test (3).
adapter and the corresponding electrode inside the
If faulty contacts are indicated, remove distributor
cap, making sure ohmmeter probes are in good con-
tact. If resistance is more than 30,000 ohms, remove for complete inspection, service, testing and calibra-
cable at cap tower and check cable resistance. If re- tion.
sistance is more than 30,000 ohms, replace cable
assembly. Test all spark plug cables in same manner. IDLE RPM TEST
To test coil to distributor cap high tension cable, Engine idle rpm setting should be tested and re-
remove distributor cap with the cable intact. Do not corded as it is when the vehicle is first brought into
remove cable from the coil or cap. Connect the ohm-
the shop for testing. This will assist in diagnosing
meter between center contact in the cap and either complaints of engine stalling or complaints of creep-
primary terminal at coil. If the combined resistance of
coil and cable is more than 25,000 ohms, remove the ing and hard shifting on vehicles equipped with
automatic transmissions.
cable at coil tower and check cable resistance. If
resistance is more than 15,000ohms, replace cable. If Test procedures are as follows:
resistance is less, check for a loose connection at the (1)Turn Selector Switch to CALIBRATE position
tower or for a fultv roil and adjust Dwell Calibrator until Dwell Meter reads
Inspect coil tow
leaks. it to the distribu-
the black lead to
DISTRIBUTOR
)BE position.
This test indic Lo the 1000 RPM
primary circuit fi
through the con ing temperature
cessive resistance throttle and re-
tem will prevent i the linkage and
output for good overall ignition. To perform test, pro- that idle speed screw is against its stop.
ceed as follows: (6) Note engine RPM on 1000 RPM scale and adjust
(1) Turn Selector Switch of a Tach-Dwell unit to carburetor idle speed to specifications shown in Fuel
CALIBRATE position and adjust Dwell Calibrator System “Specifications.”
0 IGNITION SYSTEM-ELECTRICAL 8-47
DISTRIBUTOR CONTACT DWELL (2) Connect secondary lead of Power Timing Light
to No. 1 spark plug, red primary lead to positive
The degrees of distributor dwell are the degrees of terminal of battery and black primary lead to nega-
rotation through which the breaker contacts remain tive battery terminal. Do not puncture cables, boots
closed. This is also commonly referred to as “dwell or nipples with test probes. Always use proper
angle” or “cam angle.” adapters. Puncturing spark plug cables with a probe
Correct distributor contact dwell is essential for will damage the cables. The probe can separate the
good ignition performance and contact life. conductor and cause high resistance. In addition,
Test procedures are as follows: breaking the rubber insulation may permit secondary
(1) Connect Tach-Dwell red lead to distributor current to arc to ground.
terminal of coil and black lead to a good ground. (3) Start engine and set idle to “Specifications”
(2) Turn Selector Switch to 6 LOBE position. (Transmission in Neutral).
(3) Start engine and operate at idle speed. (4) Loosen distributor hold-down arm screw just
(4) Observe Dwell-Meter reading. If dwell reading enough so the distributor housing can be rotated in its
is within “Specifications,” contact gap, cam rubbing mounting.
block and contact arm are all in satisfactory condition. (5) Aim Power Timing Light at timing plate on
If dwell reading is not within specifications, incor- chain case cover. If light flash occurs when timing
rect contact gap, worn cam, worn rubbing block or mark on the vibration damper is located ahead o r t h e
distorted movable contact arm may be indicated. specified “BTC” mark on timing plate in the direction
of engine rotation, timing is advanced. To adjust, turn
Dwell Variation distributor housing in direction of rotor rotation.
This test indicates the mechanical condition of the If flash occurs when the vibration damper timing
distributor. Excessive wear in distributor mechanical mark is located past the specified “BTC” mark in the
parts cause dwell variations which will affect ignition direction of engine rotation, timing is retarded. To
timing. adjust, turn distributor housing against direction of
Test procedures are as follows: rotor rotation. Refer to “Specifications.” (Moving the
(1) With engine at idle speed, vacuum hose discon- distributor housing counterclockwise advances igni-
nected, and with test leads connected as in Contact tion timing and clockwise retards timing.)
Dwell Test, turn the Tach-Dwell RPM Switch to 5000 (6) Tighten distributor hold-down arm screw after
RPM position. timing has been set and recheck timing adjustment
(2) Slowly increase engine speed to 1500 RPM then with a Power Timing Light.
slowly reduce to idle speed while observing Dwell (7) When ignition timing is correct, reconnect
Meter reading. vacuum hose to distributor.
If dwell reading varies more than 2 degrees from
initial reading between idle speed and 1500 RPM, DISTRIBUTOR REMOVAL
probable wear in the distributor shaft, bushings or
breaker plate is indicated. Remove distributor for (1) Disconnect vacuum hose at distributor.
complete inspection and testing on a distributor (2) Disconnect primary lead wire at coil.
tester. Dwell variation at speeds above 1500 RPM (3) Unfasten distributor cap retaining clips and lift
does not necessarily indicate distributor wear. off distributor cap.
IMPORTANT: Dwell and gap of the contacts must (4) Rotate engine crankshaft until the distributor
both be within their specified limits at the same time. rotor is pointing toward the cylinder block, scribe a
If this cannot be accomplished, it is probable that mark on block at this point to indicate position of the
wrong contacts are installed, the rubbing block or rotor as reference when reinstalling distributor.
cam lobes are badly worn or the movable contact arm (5) Remove distributor hold-down arm screw.
i s distorted. (6) Carefully lift the distributor from the engine,
shaft will rotate slightly as the distributor gear is dis-
IGNITION TIMING engaged from the camshaft gear.
To obtain maximum engine performance, the dis- Shaft and Bushing Wear Test
tributor must be correctly positioned on the engine to (1) Remove distributor rotor.
give proper ignition timing. (2) Disconnect primary lead wire at distributor
The ignition timing test will indicate timing of the terminal. Do not loosen removable contact arm spring
spark at No. 1cylinder at idle (only). retaining nut.
Test procedures are as follows: (3) Clamp distributor hold-down arm in a vise
(1) Disconnect vacuum hose at distributor. equipped with soft jaws and apply only enough pres-
8-48 ELECTRICAL-IG NITION SYSTEM 0

-4

ND327

Fig. 3-Shaft and Bushing Wear Test


sure to restrict any movement of the distributor dur- around the openings and should not be removed.
ing this test. (5) Remove oil felt wick from distributor cam (Fig.
(4) Attach a dial indicator to distributor housing so 5). Remove wire clip from oil well in cam (Fig. 6), then
indicator plunger arm rests against movable arm at remove cam and yoke assembly, and spacer.
rubbing block and with rubbing block of movable con- If the side play exceeds .006 inch in “Shaft and
tact arm on highest point of a cam lobe (Fig. 3). Bushing Wear Test,” replace bushings and/or shaft
(5) Place one end of a wire loop around the top of as follows:
distributor shaft. Hook a spring scale in the other end (a) Remove distributor drive gear retaining pin and
of the wire loop and pull on a line with the plunger of slide gear off end of shaft. If gear is worn or damaged
the indicator gauge. The wire loop must be down on see “Assembling the Distributor” Step (8).
the distributor shaft to insure a straight pull also be CAUTION: Suppc; t hub of gear in a manner that pin
sure that the wire loop does not interfere with the can be driven out of the gear and shaft without dam-
indicator or indicator holding bracket. Apply a five aging gear teeth.
pound pull and read the movement of the plunger on (b) Use a fine file to clean burrs from around pin
the indicator dial. (Be sure the rubbing block of the hole in the shaft and remove the lower thrust washer.
movable contact arm is on the highest point of the cam (c) Push shaft up and remove shaft through top of
lobe during this test.) If the plunger movement ex- distributor body. Remove upper thrust washer.
ceeds .006 inch, replace the bushings and/or distrib- (d) Remove shaft oiler and lift out oiler wick.
utor shaft, see “Distributor Disassembly.” CAUTION: Do not drive bushings out of the housings.
(e) Remove upper bushing with Tool (2-3744(Fig. 7)
DISTRIBUTOR DISASSEMBLY (Fig. 4) by threading the tap securely into the bushing. Place
spacer over the tap. Install tool nut and while holding
(1) Remove distributor rotor. the tool tap, tighten tool nut to remove the bushing.
(2) Remove the two screws and lockwashers attach- Invert the housing and remove lower bushing in the
ing the vacuum control unit to distributor housing same manner (Fig. 8).
and remove vacuum control unit. (f) Soak new bushings in light engine oil for ap-
(3) Disconnect primary lead at terminal screw and proximately 15 minutes before installation.
slide primary lead off the contact plate terminal. (g) Position new upper bushing with hole in bush-
Remove wire and grommet as an assembly. (Push ing up and in line with the oil hole in the housing,
grommet towards inside of distributor to remove-Do then press bushing into housing with Tool C-3041 and
not pull the wire.) adapter (flat face of adapter contacting bushing) (Fig.
(4) Remove two screws and lockwashers attaching 9) so that upper end of bushing is above the top of
contact plate to the housing and lift out contact plate, housing bore. Upper end of bushing should be 1.613
contacts and condenser as an assembly. Distributor inch from top of distributor housing measured from
cap clamp springs are held in place by peened metal bottom face of the straight edge to the top of bushing.
cIGNITION SYSTEM-ELECTRICAL 8-49

-CAP

ROTOR
SCREW\

CONTACT SET

Fig. 5-Removing or lnstalling Distributor Cam felt

1
I
B R E A K E R PLATE---\%
-- “ e-
3y
rJ

I.
10

FELT -eB
+LEA@
SNAP R I N G 9JJ

CAM
x

SPRING

SPACER -3
WEIGHT

SHAFT
Fig. 6-Distributor Cam lnstalled
VACUUM CHAMBER
WASHER
/ Invert housing and install lower bushing flush with
face of distributor base (Fig. 10).
(h) Insert a 3/32 inch rod through housing oiler
hole to see if hole in bushing indexes with oiler hole

.cl

o I,L-RE , it (-----BEARING
0
- w AS H ER
.- GEAR

-WASHER
N Y 1 128A
-J SCREW

Fig. 4-Distributor Disassembled View Fig. 7-Removing Distributor Housing Upper Bushing
8-50 ELECTR ICA L-I G NIT10 N SYSTEM r)

Fig. 8-Removing Distributor Housing Lower Bushing


in housing. If rod cannot be inserted through housing
and bushing, drill a 1/8 inch hole through upper bush-
ing by drilling through the oil wick hole. Remove
burrs caused by the drilling operation, and blow the
chips out of oil hole. Fig. I O-Installing Distributor Housing Lower Bushing
(i) Install burnishing tool, part of (2-3041 Tool Set
and press burnisher through both bushings (Fig. 11).
The correct bushing inside diameter is .4995 to .5002
inch.
ASSEMBLING TH E DISTRIBUTOR
(Refer to Fig. 4)
(1) Test operation of governor weights and inspect
weight springs for distortion.
(2) Lubricate governor weights.
(3) Inspect all bearing surfaces and pivot pins for
roughness, binding or excessive looseness.
(4) Install cam spacer, (chamfered end down) on
distributor shaft.
(5) Slide cam and yoke assembly on shaft and en-
gage weight lugs with slots in yoke (Fig. 12).
(6) Install cam retaining spring clip (Fig. 6).
Fig. I I -Burnishing Distributor Housing Bushings
(7) Lubricate and install upper thrust washer (or

,OILING FELT

N Y 702A

Fig. 9-Installing Distributor Housing Upper Bushing Fig. I P-Dirrributor Shaft-Disassembled


IGNITION SYSTEM-ELECTRICAL 8-51
(d) Install new gear with thrust washer in place
OF ROTOR ELECTRODE with hole in gear rotated approximately 90 degrees
from old hole in shaft and with scribed line centered
between the two gear teeth as shown. If it appears
that the new pin hole may interfere with the shaft
oil groove, rotate gear to the centerline of the next
pair of gear teeth, aligning again with scribe mark
on the end of shaft.
(e) Before drilling through shaft and gear, place a
.007 feeler gauge between gear and thrust washer
and after again observing that the centerline between
two of the gear teeth is in line with centerline of rotor
electrode (Fig. 14) drill a .124-.129 inch hole and in-
stall the roll pin.
CAUTION: Support hub of gear when installing roll
pin so that gear teeth will not be damaged.
LIGNMENT MARK (9) Install oiler wick and oiler.
ON SHAFT (10) Install contact plate assembly, align the con-
denser lead, movable contact spring, primary lead,
I 63x761 and install attaching screws.
(11) Install felt wick in top of distributor cam (Fig.
Fig. 13-Scribe Line on Distributor Shaft
5).
washers) on the shaft and slide the shaft into the (12) Attach vacuum advance unit arm to the con-
distributor body. tact plate.
(8) If gear is worn or damaged, replace as follows: (13) Install vacuum unit attaching screws and
(a) Install lower thrust washer and old gear on low- washers.
er end of shaft and temporarily install roll pin. (14) Test contact arm spring tension.
(b) Scribe a line on the end of shaft from center to (15) Adjust contact gap.
edge, so line is centered between two gear teeth as (16) Lubricate the felt pad in top of distributor cam
shown in Figure 13. Do not Scribe completely across with 3 drops of light engine oil and install the rotor.
the shaft.
(c) Remove roll pin and gear. Use a fine file to clean TESTING CONTACT ARM SPRING TENSION
burrs from around pin hole.
(1) Hook a spring scale MTU-36 on contact arm and
CENTER LINE OF ROTOR ELECTRODE pull in a straight line at a right angle to the contact
surfaces (Fig. 15). Take a reading as contacts start to
separate under slow and steady pull of the scale.
Spring tension should be 17 to 20 ounces. If reading
is outside these limits, loosen the screw which holds
the end of contact arm spring, and slide end of spring
in or out, as necessary.
(2) Tighten screw and measure spring tension.
Just the right amount of contact spring tension is
very important for effective ignition and efiicient en-
gine performance. Spring tension that is too great,
will cause excessive wear on distributor cam and on
d
CONTACT ARM AND SPRING P”

&MER LINE OF SPACE


BETWEEN TWO TEETH 63x762 A
NY703A
Fig. 14-Aligning Gem Teeth with Centerline of
Rotor Electrode Fig. 15-Testing Contact Arm Spring Tension
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the nylon block of the movable contact arm. Spring tion. However, excessive pitting such as long sharp
tension that is too weak, is unable to keep the con- spikes is harmful and causes arcing and voltage loss.
tacts in contact with each other when they close. This Contacts with this condition should be replaced.
Excessive pitting can be due to too small a contact
is particularly true as engine speed i s increased, caus-
ing high-speed IIMiring.
. .mgn
opening,
. . . primary voltage
.. or wrong condenser
-
capacity. Inspect to be certain the csondenser capacity
DlSTRlBUTOR1 CONTACTS is within the specified range of .25 to .285 MFD; con-
tact spring tension should be 17 ’to 20 ounces and
Contact Wear contact gap should be .017 to .023 inch.
Contacts whic:h have undergone several thousand
miles of operatibll will llavc a luu511 auilacc, uuL LlllJ CONTACTS
should not be interpreted as meaning that contacts
are worn out. If the contact area has a gray color and (1)Loosen the terminal screw nut, and remove pri-
roughness between the contacts matches so that a mary lead and condenser lead.
large contact area is maintained, the contacts will (2) Remove the stationary contact lock screw and
continue to provide satisfactory service. remove the old contact set.
However, if the contact area is oily, mottled or dark (3) Install a new contact set; the sleeve at one end
in color, or is badly pitted, the contacts will soon be- of the adjustable bracket fits over and pivots on the
come unsatisfactory for further operation. Not only upper contact plate mounting pin.
must they be replaced, but the ignition system and (4) Connect the condenser and primary leads.
engine must be checked to determine the cause of the (5) Align the contacts, if necessary, by bending the
trouble so it can be eliminated. Unless the condition stationary contact bracket only. Never bend the
causing contact burning or excessive pitting i s cor- movable contact arm to obtain alignment.
rected, new contacts will provide no better service (6) After aligning the contacts, adjust contact
than the old contacts. clearance to “Specifications,” using dial indicator
(Fig. 16).Recheck the contact arm spring tension.
Burning of Contacts (7) Test the dwell angle to show proper degree of
Contact burning will result from high primary closure. See Paragraph, “Distributor Contact Dwell.”
voltage, presence of oil or other foreign material, de- The lock screw should be loosened just enough so that
fective condenser and improper contacts adjustment. the stationary contact bracket can be moved with a
High voltage causes an excessively high current flow slight drag; otherwise, it will be difficult to set the
through the contacts which burns them rapidly. High contacts accurately. After setting the contacts to the
voltage can result from an improperly adjusted or correct gap, tighten the stationary bracket lock screw.
inoperative voltage regulator.
Oil or crankcase vapors which work up into the DI STR I B UTO R LUBR ICATI0 N
distributor and deposit on the contact surfaces will
cause them to burn rapidly. This is easy to detect (1) Add 3 drops of S A E 1OW oil to the oiler on the
since the oil produces a smudgy line under the con- outside of distributor base.
tacts. Clogged engine breather pipes permit crankcase (2) Lubricate the felt wick under the rotor in top of
pressure to force oil or vapors up into the distributor.
Over-oiling of the distributor will also cause burning.
If contact opening is too small (cam angle too large),
arcing will occur between the contacts resulting in
low secondary voltage and engine miss.
High series-resistance in the condenser circuit will
prevent normal condenser action so the contacts will
burn rapidly. This resistance may be caused by a
loose condenser mounting or lead connection, or by
poor connections inside the condenser.

Pitting of Contacts
Contact pitting results from the transfer of material
from one contact to the other so that a tip builds up
on one contact while a pit forms in the other.
A small amount of pitting in several thousand miles
is normal and does not affect the distributor opera- Fig. 16-Adjusting Contact Clearance with Indicator
0 IG NIT10N SYSTEM-ELECTRICAL 8-53
distributor cam with 2 drops of SAE 1OW oil. with vacuum unit attached to distributor, proceed as
(3) Wipe the distributor cam free of dirt and old follows:
grease with a clean lintless cloth. Apply a light film of (1) Place thumb over end of vacuum pump hose
new distributor cam lubricant Number 1473595 or and adjust the regulator control knob to give a read-
equivalent over the entire cam surface. Lubricant ing of 20 inches of vacuum with hose closed off to be
must be able to adhere to the cam surface thereby sure tester hose does not leak.
resisting being thrown from the cam by centrifugal (2) Attach tester vacuum pump hose to the tube on
force, must not melt at operating temperatures and vacuum unit. Vacuum gauge should hold on maxi-
must not harden or dry out with age, must not chemi- mum vacuum obtainable if no leaks exist.
cally react or be affected by ozone or cause corrosion (3) Observe breaker plate while performing leak
or pitting of the metal, must possess moisture control test to test response of the breaker plate. There
properties to prevent rust formation on the cam. should be instant response to pull of the diaphragm,
CAUTION: A thin film is all that is required. Do not moving plate without a drag, bind or jerk in either
over-lubricate. Excess grease will be thrown from the direction.
distributor cam when engine is running. If this grease (4) If leakage is indicated, replace vacuum unit as-
strikes the contacts, arcing and burning of contacts sembly.
will result.
Vacuum Advance Curve
DISTRIBUTOR ADVANCE TESTING If only the vacuum advance curve is to be checked,
connect tester vacuum pump hose to distributor vac-
Centrifugal Advance Curve uum advance unit and perform operations 1 through
Carefully mount distributor assembly (less cap and 4 under “Centrifugal Advance Curve,” then proceed
rotor) in a reliable stroboscope-type distributor tester
as follows:
so that gear is not damaged and proceed with tests as (1) Turn tester vacuum pump “ON.” Adjust vacu-
follows: um pump regulator to vacuum test specifications. See
(1) Turn the Tach-Dwell switch to the 6 LOBE posi-
“Specifications” and observe arrow flashes on tester
tion and Motor Switch to correct direction of rotation. degree ring to determine degrees of advance.
Refer to “Distributor Advance Specifications” in this (2) If vacuum advance is below or above specifica-
manual. tions, replace the vacuum advance unit. Retest vacu-
(2) Turn battery switch “ON.”
um advance curve.
(3) Regulate tester speed control to operate distrib-
utor at 100 distributor rpm.
(4) Align the “0” of distributor tester degree ring DlSTRlBUT0 R INSTALLATION
with any of the arrow flashes. (1) Position distributor on engine. Make certain the
( 5 ) Adjust tester speed control to operate distribu-
rubber “0” ring seal is in the groove of distributor
tor at speeds called for under “Specifications” and shank.
observe arrow flashes opposite tester degree ring to (2) Carefully engage distributor drive gear with
determine degrees of advance. camshaft drive gear so that when distributor is in-
(6) If advance is not according to specifications,
stalled properly, rotor will be in line with previously
corrections can be made by bending either the light scribed line on cylinder block. If engine has been
or heavy governor weight spring tabs on cam yoke to cranked while distributor is removed, it will be neces-
increase or decrease spring tension. Adjust light sary to establish proper relationship between the dis-
spring tension to obtain the first two positions shown tributor shaft and Number 1 piston position as fol-
in specifications; adjust heavy spring tension to obtain lows:
last two pbsitions. The governor spring tabs can be (a) Rotate the crankshaft until number one piston
reached through the access hole at contact plate. Ro- is at top of compression stroke. Mark on inner edge of
tate shaft until proper spring and tab line up with the crankshaft pulley should be in line with the “0”
access hole. Insert a screwdriver blade through the (TDC)mark on timing chain case cover.
access hole and bend spring tab toward distributor (b) Rotate rotor to a position just ahead of the
cam to decrease spring tension and advance spark, or number one distributor cap terminal.
away from distributor cam to increase spring tension (c) Lower the distributor into the opening, engag-
and retard the spark. The light tension spring con- ing distributor gear with drive gear on camshaft.
trols lower end of advance curve; the heavier spring
With distributor fully seated on engine, rotor should
controls the upper end of advance curve.
be under the cap number 1 tower with distributor
Vacuum Diaphragm Leak Test contacts just separating.
With distributor mounted in Distributor Tester and (3) Install the distributor cap (make sure all high
0 IG NIT10N SYSTEM-ELECTRICAL 8-55
Page Page
Distributor Resistance Test .................... 56 Spark Plugs ..................................
Dual Contacts .................................
64
57 Testing Distributor Advance .................... 63
Dwell Variation ................................ 57 Specifications ................................. 100

GENERAL INFORMATION
The ignition system consists of two separate cir- mary wiring make up the low voltage primary circuit.
cuits. The battery, ammeter, ignition switch, ballast The secondary high voltage circuit includes the coil
resistor, primary winding of the ignition coil, distribu- secondary winding, distributor cap and rotor, spark
tor contacts and condenser, vehicle frame, and pri- plug cables, spark plugs and vehicle frame.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
BURNED OR PlITED (a) Dirt or oil on contacts. (a) If oil is on contact face, determine
DlSTRlBUTOR cause and correct condition. Clean
CONTACTS distributor cam of dirt and grease, ap-
ply a light film of distributor cam lu-
bricant to cam lobes; wipe off excess.
See “Distributor Lubrication.” Re-
place contact set and adjust as nec-
essary.
(b) Alternator voltage regulator setting (b) Test alternator voltage regulator set-
too high. ting, adjust as necessary. Replace
contact set and adjust as necessary.
(c) Contacts misaligned or gap too small. (c) Align and adjust contacts.
(d) Faulty coil. (d) Test and replace coil if necessary. Re-
place and adjust contacts.
(e) Ballast resistor not in circuit. (e) Inspect conditions, and correctly con-
nect the coil.
(f) Wrong condenser or faulty condenser. (f) Test condenser and replace if neces-
sary. Replace and adjust contacts.
(g) Faulty ignition switch. (g) Replace ignition switch.
(h) Bushings or distributor shaft worn. (h) Recondition distributor.
(i) Touching contacts with the hands dur- (i) Replace and adjust contacts.
ing installation.
IGNITION COIL (a) Coil damaged by excessive heat from (a) Replace coil. Inspect condition of the
FA1LURE engine. distributor contacts.
(b) Coil tower carbon-tracked. (b) Replace the coil.
(c) Oil leak at tower. (c) Replace the coil.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
Secondary Circuit Inspection Clean high tension cables with a cloth moistened
Check high tension cable connections for good con- with a non-flammable solvent and wipe dry. Bend
tact at the coil and distributor cap towers and at the cables to check for brittle or cracked insulation.
spark plugs. Terminals should be fully seated. The When testing secondary cables for punctures and
nipples and spark plug covers should be in good con- cracks with an oscilloscope follow the instructions of
dition. Nipples should fit tightly on the coil cap tow- the equipment manufacturers.
ers and spark plug covers should fit tight around If an oscilloscope is not available, secondary cables
spark plug insulators. Cable connections that are loose can be tested as follows:
will corrode and increase the resistance and permit (a) Engine not running, connect one end of a test
water to enter the towers causing ignition malfunc- probe to a good ground, other end free for probing.
tion. (b) Disconnect cable at spark plug end. Insulate
To maintain proper sealing between the towers and cable end from grounding.
nipples, cable and nipple assemblies should not be (c) With engine running, move test probe along
removed from the distributor or coil towers unless entire length of wire. If punctures or cracks are
nipples are damaged or cable testing indicates high present there will be a noticeable spark jump from
resistance or broken insulation. the faulty area to the probe. Secondary coil wire
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tension wires “snap” firmly in the cap towers). turned beyond the timing mark, continue turning
(4) Install hold-down arm screw and tighten finger engine for two full revolutions of the crankshaft;
tight. this will place the distributor rotor in approximately
(5) Attach primary lead wire to the coil. Do not the initial position.
connect distributor vacuum hose at this time. CAUTION: DO NOT reverse rotation of crankshaft if
(6) Connect secondary lead of Power Timing Light you have passed the timing mark as this would affect
to the Number 1 spark pIug (using proper adaptor) valve timing and distributor timing.
and red primary lead to the positive terminal of bat-
tery with black primary lead to negative battery IGNITION COIL
terminal. Do not puncture the cable cap nipples or
spark plug covers to make a contact. Use proper The ignition coil is designed to operate with an
adapters. external ballast resistor. When testing the coil for
(7) Start engine and run engine at idle speed. output, include resistor in tests. Inspect the coil for
(8) Rotate distributor housing so that timing mark external leaks and arcing.
on crankshaft damper is aligned with “BTC” mark on Test coil according to coil tester Manufacturer’s in-
chain case cover. Refer to “Specifications” (Moving structions. Test coil primary resistance. Test ballast
distributor housing counter-clockwise advances tim- resistor resistance. Test coil secondary resistance. Re-
ing and clockwise retards timing). place any coil or ballast resistor that does not meet
(9) Tighten distributor hold down arm screw after specifications.
timing has been set and recheck timing adjustment Every time an ignition coil is replaced because of a
with a Power Timing Light. burned tower, carbon tracking, or any evidence of
(10) When timing is correct, connect vacuum hose arcing at the tower, the nipple or boot on the coil end
to the distributor. of the secondary cable, replace cable. Any arcing at
(11) Remove Power Timing Light from engine. the tower will carbonize the nipple so that placing it
on a new coil will invariably cause another coil fail-
lgnifion Timing (with C-744 Test Lamp) ure.
(1) Connect C-744 test lamp between distributor If secondary cable shows any signs of damage,
primary terminal and battery positive post. cable should be replaced with a new cable with a neo-
(2) Turn engine until number 6 exhaust valve is prene nipple since the old cable can cause arcing,
just closing; continue turning the engine slowly until and therefore, ruin a new coil.
mark on the crankshaft pulley is at specified degree
mark at case cover. Ballast Resistor
(3) Loosen distributor clamp bolt so distributor The ballast resistor is a compensating resistance in
housing can be rotated with a slight drag, then turn the ignition primary circuit. During low speed opera-
distributor in the normal, rotation until test lamp tion, when primary circuit current flow is high, bal-
lights. last resistor temperature rises, increasing resistance.
(4) Turn distributor against normal distributor ro- This reduces current flow, thereby prolonging igni-
tation until test lamp goes out. If test lamp lights im- tion contact lift. At high speed operation, when pri-
mediately when connected, turn distributor against mary current flow is low, the ballast resistance cools
normal distributor rotation until light goes out. off allowing more current flow, which is required for
(5) Tighten distributor clamp bolt securely and re- high speed operation. During starter operation, the
move test lamp. If operation is performed properly ballast resistor is bypassed, allowing full battery volt-
the engine is timed to specifications. If engine is age to ignition primary circuit.

I G N I T I O N S Y S T E M 4 CYLINDER
INDEX
Page Page
Assembling the Distributor .................... 59 General Information ........................... 55
Ballast Resistor ............................... 64 Idle R.P.M. Test ............................... 57
Contact Arm Spring Tension Testing ............ 61 Ignition Coil .................................. 64
Distributor Contact Dwell ...................... 57 Ignition Timing ................................ 58
Distributor Contacts ........................... 62 Installation and Aligning Contacts .............. 62
Distributor Disassembly ....................... 58 Lubrication ................................... 62
Distributor Lubrication ........................ 62 Secondary Circuit Inspection .................. 55
Distributor Installation ......................... 63 Service Diagnosis .............................. 55
Distributor Removal ........................... 58 Shaft and Bushing Wear Test .................. 58
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Fig. 3-Removing Secondary Cable and Cover


from Spark Plug
before reinstalling cable and cover.
Resistance type cable is identified by the words
“Electronic Suppression” printed on the cable jacket.
No additional resistors are necessary.
Fig. I-Installing Secondary Cable and Nipple Use an ohmmeter to check resistance type cable for
at Distributor
open circuits, loose terminals or high resistance as
may be checked in the same manner, be sure one follows:
spark plug cable is disconnected from spark plug (a) Remove cable from spark plug and install the
while running probe along coil wire secondary cable. proper adapter between cable and spark plug.
Cracked, leaking or faulty cables should be replaced. (b) Lift distributor cap from distributor with cables
When installing new cable assemblies, install new intact. Do not remove cables from cap.
high tension cable and nipple assembly over cap or (c) Connect the ohmmeter between spark plug
coil tower, entering the terminal into the tower, push adapter and the corresponding electrode inside the
lightly, then pinch the large diameter of the nipple cap, making sure ohmmeter probes are in good con-
(Fig. 1) to release trapped air between nipple and tact. If resistance is more than 30,000 ohms, remove
tower. Continue pushipg on the cable and nipple cable at cap tower and check the cable resistance. If
until cables are properly seated in the cap towers. Use resistance is more than 30,000 ohms, replace cable
the same procedure to install cable in coil tower (Fig. assembly. Test all spark plug cables in same manner.
2). To test coil to distributor cap high tension cable, re-
Use the following procedure when removing the move distributor cap with the cable intact. Do not
high tension cable from the spark plug. First, remove remove cable from the coil or cap. Connect the ohm-
the cable from the retaining bracket. Then grasp the meter between center contact in the cap and either
cable by hand as close as possible to the spark plug primary terminal at coil. If the combined resistance
and use a straight and steady pull (Fig. 3). Do not use of coil and cable is more than 25,000 ohms, remove
pliers and do not pull the cable at an angle. Doing so the cable at coil tower and check cable resistance. If
will damage the insulation, cable terminal or the resistance is more than 15,000 ohms, replace the
spark plug insulator. Wipe spark plug insulator clean cable. If resistance is less, check for a loose connec-
tion at the tower or for a faulty coil.
Inspect coil tower for cracks, carbon tracking or
oil leaks.

DlSTRl BUTOR RESISTANCE TEST


This test indicates the resistance of the ignition
primary circuit from the distributor side of the coil,
through the points and the distributor ground. Exces-
sive resistance in this portion of the ignition system
will prevent the coil from producing sufficient output
for good over-all ignition. To perform test, proceed as
follows:
Fig. 2-Installing Secondary Cable and Nipple (1) Turn Selector Switch of a Tach-Dwell unit to
at Coil Tower CALIBRATE position and adjust Dwell Calibrator un-
0 IGNITION SYSTEM-ELECTRICAL 8-57
til Dwell Meter reads on the set line (test leads sepa- DISTRIBUTOR CONTACT DWELL
rated).
(2) Leave Selector Switch in CALIBRATE position, The degrees of distributor dwell are the degrees of
connect Tach-Dwell red lead to distributor terminal rotation through which the contacts remain closed.
of coil and black lead to a good ground. This is also commonly referred to as “dwell angle” or
(3) Turn ignition switch “ON.” Observe dwell “cam angle.”
meter reading. Meter pointer should be well within The correct distributor point dwell is essential for
bar marked “DISTRIBUTOR RESISTANCE.” If read- good ignition performance and contact point life.
ing is zero or outside of bar, crank engine with the Test procedures are as follows:
starter until meter pointer moves as far to right as (1) Connect Tach-Dwell red lead to distributor
possible. (This will indicate that contacts are closed.) terminal of coil and black lead to a good ground.
A reading now within the bar indicates a normal dis- (2) Turn Selector Switch to 8 LOBE position.
tributor primary circuit. (3) Start engine and operate engine at idle speed.
If reading is outside the bar, high resistance is (4) Observe dwell meter reading. If the dwell read-
present in distributor primary circuit. ing is within “Specifications” the contact gap, cam
(4) Remove test lead from distributor terminal of rubbing block and contact arm are all in satisfactory
coil and connect to the following points: condition.
(a) Distributor primary terminal (outside). If dwell reading is not within specifications, incor-
(b) Distributor primary terminal (inside). rect contact gap, worn cam, worn rubbing block or
(c) Contact terminal bracket (insulated bracket). distorted contact arm may be indicated.
(d) Ground side of the contacts.
(e) Distributor housing. DUAL CONTACTS
(5) Repeat test at each connection until a notice-
able change occurs in the meter reading. If a poor Block one set of contacts with a clean insulator and
connection or faulty lead is indicated, clean, tighten adjust the opposite set of contacts to specifications
or replace as necessary and repeat test (3). using the dwell meter. Loosen stationary contact lock
If faulty contacts are indicated remove distrib- screw just enough, so stationary contact can be moved
utor for complete inspection, service, testing and cali- with a slight drag; otherwise it will be difficult to set
bration. contacts accurately.
When one set of contacts has been adjusted for
correct clearance tighten stationary contact lock
IDLE RPM TEST screw.
Block adjusted set of contacts with an insulator and
Engine idle rpm setting should be tested and re- adjust remaining set of contacts in the same manner
corded as it is when the vehicle is first brought into as the first set. Remove insulator and recheck tight-
the shop for testing. This will assist in diagnosing ness of stationary contact lock screw.
complaints of engine stalling, creeping and hard shift- If contacts have been properly adjusted the dwell
ing on vehicles equipped with automatic transmis- should be as specified for two contact sets.
sions.
Test procedures are as follows: DWELL VARIATION
(1) Turn Selector Switch to CALIBRATE position
and adjust Dwell Calibrator until Dwell Meter reads This test indicates the mechanical condition of the
on SET line (test leads separated). distributor. Excessive wear in distributor mechanical
(2) Connect red lead of the test unit to distributor parts cause dwell variations which will affect ignition
primary terminal at coil and black lead to a good timing.
ground. Test procedures are as follows:
(3) Turn Selector Switch to 8 LOBE position. (1) With engine at idle speed, vacuum hose discon-
(4) Turn the Tach-Dwell RPM Switch to the 1000 nected, and test leads connected as in “Contact Dwell
rpm position. Test,” turn Tach-Dwell RPM Switch to the 5,000 RPM
(5) With engine at normal operating temperature position.
(off fast idle), momentarily open the throttle and re- (2) Slowly increase engine speed to 1500 RPM then
lease to make sure there is no bind in the linkage and slowly reduce to idle speed while observing dwell
that idle speed screw is against its stop. meter reading.
(6) Note engine RPM on 1000 RPM scale and adjust If dwell reading varies more than 2 degrees from
carburetor idle speed to specifications. See “Fuel Sus- initial reading between idle speed and 1500 RPM,
tem” specifications. probable wear in the distributor shaft, bushings or
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contact plate bearing and pivot pin is indicated. Re- (2) Disconnect primary lead wire at coil.
move distributor for complete inspection and testing (3) Unfasten distributor cap retaining clips and lift
on a distributor tester. Dwell variation at speeds off distributor cap.
above 1500 does not necessarily indicate distributor (4) Scribe a mark on the edge of distributor hous-
wear. Dwell and gap of the contacts must both be ing to indicate position of the rotor as reference when
within their specified limits at the same time. If this reinstalling distributor.
cannot be accomplished, it is probable that wrong (5) Remove distributor hold-down clamp screw and
contacts are installed or the rubbing block or cam clamp.
lobes are badly worn or movable contact is distorted. (6) Carefully lift distributor from engine.

IGNITION TIMING Shaft and Bushing Wear Test


(1) Remove distributor rotor.
To obtain maximum engine performance, the dis- (2) ’ Disconnect primary lead wire at distributor
tributor must be correctly positioned on the engine to terminal. DO NOT LOOSEN inner nut that holds
give proper ignition timing. movable contact arm tension spring to terminal post.
The ignition timing test will indicate the timing of (3) Clamp the ribbed section of distributor housing
the spark at No. 1cylinder at idle (only). lightly in a vise equipped with soft jaws and attach
Test procedure are as follows: dial indicator to body of distributor with the indicator
(1) Disconnect vacuum hose at distributor. plunger arm resting against movable contact arm at
(2) Connect secondary lead of Power Timing Light the rubbing block and with the rubbing block of con-
to No. 1 spark plug, red primary lead to positive ter- tact arm on the highest point of cam lobe (Fig. 4).
minal of battery and black primary lead to negative (4) Place one end of a wire loop around the top of
battery terminal. Do not puncture cables, boots or distributor shaft. Hook a spring scale in the other end
nipples with test probes. Always use proper adapters. of wire loop and pull on a line with the plunger of
Puncturing the spark plug cables with a probe will indicator gauge. Be sure wire loop on shaft end is
damage the cables. The probe can separate the con- down on the shaft to insure a straight pull and also
ductor and cause high resistance. In addition break- that wire loop does not interfere with indicator or
ing the rubber insulation may permit secondary cur- holding bracket. Apply a five pound pull and read the
rent to arc to ground. movement of plunger on indicator dial. (Be sure rub-
(3) Start engine and set idle to “Specifications” bing block of contact arm is on highest point of the
(Transmission in Neutral). cam lobe during this test.) If plunger movement ex-
(4) Loosen distributor hold-down arm screw just ceeds .006 inch, replace bushings and/or distributor
enough so distributor housing can be rotated in its shaft, see “Distributor Disassembly.”
mounting.
(5) Aim Power Timing Light at timing plate on DISTRIBUTOR DISASSEMBLY (Figs. 5 and 6)
chain case cover. If light flash occurs when timing
mark on vibration damper is located ahead of speci- (1) Remove distributor rotor.
fied “BTC” mark on timing plate in the direction of The distributor cap clamp springs on Chrysler built
engine rotation, timing is advanced. To adjust, turn distributors are held in place by peened metal around
distributor housing in direction of rotor rotation. the openings and should not be removed.
If flash occurs when the vibration timing mark is (2) Remove the retainer attaching vacuum advance
located past the specified “BTC” mark in the direc- unit to the contact plate advance arm (Prestolite).
tion of engine rotation, timing is retarded. To adjust, (3) Remove the two screws and lockwashers attach-
turn distributor housing against direction of rotor ro- ing vacuum advance unit to distributor housing and
tation. Refer to “Specification.” (Moving the distribu- remove the advance unit.
tor housing against shaft rotation advances timing (4) Remove primary lead wire and rubber grommet
and with shaft rotation retards timing. as an assembly. Push grommet towards inside of dis-
(6) Tighten distributor hold-down arm screw after tributor to remove. Do not pull on the wire.
timing has been set and recheck timing adjustment (5) Remove two screws, and lockwashers attaching
with a Power Timing Light. the contact plate to housing and lift out the contact
(7) When ignition timing is correct, reconnect vac- plate, contacts and condenser as an assembly.
uum hose to distributor. (6) Remove oil wick from the distributor cam (Fig.
7). Remove spring clip from oil well in cam and re-
DISTRIBUTOR REMOVAL move cam and yoke assembly and spacer.
(7) If side play exceeded .006 inch in “Shaft and
(1) Disconnect vacuum hose at distributor. Bushing Wear Test,” replace bushing and/or distribu-
0 I G NIT10N SYSTEM-ELECTRICAL 8-59

Fig. 4-Shaft and Bushing Wear Test

tor shaft as follows: base.


(a) Remove distributor drive collar retaining pin (h) Insert a 3/32 inch rod through housing oiler
and slide collar off end of shaft. hole to see if the hole in bushing indexes with oiler
(b) Use a fine file to clean burrs from around pin hole in the housing. If rod cannot be inserted through
hole in the shaft and remove lower thrust washer. the housing and bushing, drill a 1/8” hole through
(c) Push shaft up and remove it through the top of the upper bushing by drilling through the oil wick
distributor body. Remove upper thrust washer. hole. Remove burrs caused by drilling operation.
(d) Remove shaft oiler and lift out oiler wick. (i) Install burnishing tool part of C-3041 tool set
CAUTION: On Chrysler Built distributors, do not and force the burnisher through both bushings (Fig.
drive the bushings out of the housing. 11).Correct bushing inside diameter is .4995 to .5000
(e) Remove upper bushing with Tool C-3744 (Fig. 8) inch.
by threading the tap securely into the bushing. Place
spacer over the tap. Install tool nut and, while holding ASSEMBLING THE DISTRIBUTOR
the tap, tighten tool nut to remove bushing. Invert
housing and remove lower bushing in same manner. (1) Test operation of governor weights and inspect
On Prestolite built distributors, place housing in an weight springs for distortion. Lubricate governor
arbor press and press out upper and lower bushings weights.
from bottom of housing using Driver Tool C-3041. (2) Inspect all bearing surfaces and pivot pins for
(f) Soak new bushings in light engine oil for ap- roughness, binding or excessive looseness.
proximately 15 minutes. (3) Install cam spacer, chamfered end down on dis-
(g) Position new upper bushing with hole in bush- tributor shaft.
ing up and in line with oil hole in housing, then press (4) Slide cam and yoke on distributor shaft, engage
bushing into distributor housing with Tool C-3041 and weight lugs with slots in the yoke. Install cam retain-
tool adapter until adapter bottoms on housing. The ing spring clip. Be sure it is properly seated in the
bushing will measure .094 inch below the top of the groove of distributor shaft.
housing bore for Prestolite Distributors. For Chrysler (5) Lubricate and install flat thrust washer. Posi-
Built distributors use Tool C-3041 with flat face of tion washer on distributor shaft and slide shaft into
adapter contacting the bushing (Fig. 9), press the distributor body. Position lower thrust washer and
bushing into distributor until top of bushing is 1.613 drive the collar on the lower end of shaft. Install re-
inches from top machined face of distributor housing. tainer pin.
Place a straight-edge on machined surface of housing (6) Install oiler wick and oiler.
and measure from bottom face of straight-edge to the (7) Install contact plate assembly. Align condenser
top of the bushing. Invert housing and install other lead, contact point spring, primary lead and install
bushing (Fig. 10) flush with the face of distributor attaching screw.
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..
-
SPRING

b- CONTACT

LEAD

\
CONTACT SET

d
BREAKER PLATE
: : C :

\
FELT

SNAP RING LEAD

CAM

SPRING SET ___c

WEIGHT

)4------- SHAFT

\
BEARING

VACUUM CHAMBER

,CLAMP
BEARING
I
/ ,LOCKWASHER
HOUSING
CLAMP
WASHER
SCREW

OILER

NBlWC
BUSHING
WASHER
4
%
/i
PIN

WASHER
GASKET
COLLAR ND310A
Fig. 5-Distributor-fDEsarsembJed View)-
Chrysler Built Fig. &Distributor fDisassembJed Vkw)--Prestolite
0 IGNITION SYSTEM-ELECTRICAL 8-61

-- PRESS RAM
TOOL (DRIVER) -

___ADAPTER

NB 150
\V .____- --e NB156A

Fig. I- Re m ov in g or Installing Cam Felt Wick Fig. 10-Installing Distributer Housing lower Bushing
vacuum unit attaching screws and washers.
(10) Test contact arm spring tension, and adjust
contact gap.
(11) Lubricate felt pad in the top of distributor cam
with 3 drops of light engine oil and install rotor.

TESTING CONTACT ARM SPRING TENSION


(1) Hook a spring scale Tool MTU-36 on the
breaker arm and pull in a straight line at a right angle
to the contact surfaces (Fig. 12). Take a reading as the
contacts start to separate under the slow and steady
pull of the scale. Spring tension should be as shown
in specifications. If the reading is outside these limits,
loosen the screw which holds the end of the contact
arm spring, and slide the end of the spring in or out,
Fig. 8-Removing Distributor Housing Upper Bushing as necessary.
(2) Tighten the screw and measure the spring
(8) Install felt wick in the top of distributor cam. tension. Just the right amount of contact spring ten-
(9) Attach vacuum advance unit arm to contact sion is very important for effective ignition and ef-
plate and install the retainer (Prestolite only). Install ficient engine performance. Spring tension that i s too

PRESS RAM
PRESS RAM

TOOL (DRIVER) TOOL


(BURNISHER)
1 TOOL (ADAPTER) UPPER BUSHING

NB 149

Fig. 9-Installing Distributor Housing Upper Bushing Fig. 1 1-Burnishing Distributor Housing Bushings
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If the contact opening is too small (cam angle too


large), arcing will occur between the contacts result-
ing in low secondary voltage and engine miss.
CONTACT ARM

High series-resistance in the condenser circuit will


prevent normal condenser action so the contacts will
burn rapidly. This resistance may be caused by a
loose condenser mounting or lead connection, or by
poor connections inside the condenser.

Piff ing of Contacts


NB154B
Contact pitting results from the transfer of material
from one contact.to the other so that a tip builds up
Fig. 12-Testing Contact Arm Spring Tension on one c‘ontact while a pit forms in the other.
great, will cause excessive wear on the distributor A small amount of pitting in several thousand miles
cam and on the nylon block of the movable contact is normal and does not affect the distributor opera-
arm. Spring tension that is too weak, is unable to keep tion. However, excessive pitting such as long sharp
the contacts in contact with each other when they spikes is harmful and causes arcing and voltage loss.
close. This is particularly true as engine speed is Contacts with this condition should be replaced.
increased, causing high-speed misfiring. Excessive pitting can be due to too small a contact
opening, high primary voltage or wrong condenser
DISTRIBUTOR CONTACTS capacity. Inspect to be certain the condenser capacity
is within the specified range of .25 to .285 MFD; con-
Contact Wear tact spring tension should be 17 to 20 ounces Chrysler
Contacts which have undergone several thousand built, (17 to 21.5 ounces Prestolite.) Contact gap
miles of operation will have a rough surface, but this should be .014 to .019inch.
should not be interpreted as meaning that the con-
tacts are worn out. If the contact area has a gray color INSTALLING AND ALIGNING CONTACTS
and the roughness between the contacts matches so
that a large contact area is maintained, the contacts (1) Loosen terminal screw nut, and remove primary
will continue to provide satisfactory service. lead and condenser lead.
However, if the contact area is oily, mottled or dark (2) Remove stationary contact lock screw and re-
in color, or is badly pitted, the contacts will soon be- move old contact set.
come unsatisfactory for further operation. Not only (3)Install a new contact set; the sleeve at one end
must they be replaced, but the ignition system and of adjustable bracket fits over and pivots on upper
engine must be checked to determine the cause of the contact plate mounting pin.
trouble so it can be eliminated. Unless the condition (4) Connect condenser and primary leads.
causing contact burning or excessive pitting is cor- (5) Align contacts, if necessary, by bending station-
rected, new contacts will provide no better service ary contact bracket only. Never bend movable contact
than the old contacts. arm to obtain alignment.
(6) After aligning contacts, adjust contact clear-
Burning of Contacts ance to “Specifications,” using dial indicator (Fig. 13).
Contact burning will result from high primary volt- Recheck contact arm spring tension.
age, presence of oil or other foreign material, defec- (7)Test dwell angle to show proper degree of clo-
tive condenser and improper contacts adjustment. sure. See Paragraph, “Distributor Contact Dwell.”
High voltage causes an excessively high current flow The lock screw should be loosened just enough so
through the contacts which burns them rapidly. High stationary contact bracket can be moved with a
voltage can result from an improperly adjusted or slight drag; otherwise, it will be difficult to set con-
inoperative voltage regulator. tacts accurately. After setting contacts to the correct
Oil or crankcase vapors which work up into the gap, tighten stationary bracket lock screw.
distributor and deposit on the contact surfaces will
cause them to burn rapidly. This is easy to detect DISTR I BUT0 R LUB R lCATl0N
since the oil produces a smudgy line under the con-
tacts. Clogged engine breather pipes permit crankcase (1) Add 3 drops of SAE 1OW oil to the oiler on
pressure to force oil or vapors up into the distributor. outside of distributor base.
Over-oiling of the distributor will also cause burning (2) Lubricate felt wick under the rotor in top of
of the contacts. distributor cam with 2 drops of SAE 1OW oil.
0 IGNITION SYSTEM-ELECTRICAL 8-63
(6)If advance is not according to specifications,
STATIONARY corrections can be made by bending the primary and
secondary spring tabs on cam yoke to increase or de-
crease spring tension. The governor spring tabs can
be reached through the access hole at breaker plate.
Rotate shaft until proper spring and tab line up with
access holes. Insert a screwdriver blade through ac-
cess hole and bend spring tab toward distributor cam
to decrease spring tension and advance the spark, or
away from the distributor cam to increase spring ten-
sion and retard the spark. The light tension spring
controls the lower end of advance curve, and the
heavier spring controls upper end of advance curve.

Vacuum Diaphragm Leak Test


With distributor mounted in distributor tester and
Fig. I3-Adjusting Contact Clearance with Indicator with vacuum unit attached to distributor, proceed as
follows:
(3) Wipe the distributor cam free of dirt and old (1) Place thumb over end of vacuum pump and
grease with a clean lintless cloth. Apply a light film of hose and adjust regulator control knob to give a read-
new distributor cam lubricant Number 1473595 or ing of 20 inches with hose closed off to be sure tester
equivalent over the entire cam surface. Lubricant hose does not leak.
must be able to adhere to the cam surface thereby (2) Attach tester vacuum pump hose to the tube on
resisting being thrown from the cam by centrifugal the distributor vacuum unit. The vacuum gauge
force, must not melt at operating temperatures and should hold on maximum vacuum obtainable if no
must not harden or dry out with age, must not chem- leak exists.
ically react or be affected by ozone or cause corrosion (3) Observe contact plate while performing leak
or pitting of the metal, must possess moisture control test to test response of contact plate. There should be
properties to prevent rust formation on the cam. instant response to the pull of the diaphragm, moving
CAUTION: A thin film is all that is required. Do not the plate without a drag or bind.
over-lubricate. Excess grease will be thrown from the (4) If leakage is indicated, replace vacuum unit as-
distributor cam when engine is running. If this grease sembly.
strikes the contacts, arcing and burning of contacts
will result. Vacuum Advance Curve
Connect tester vacuum pump hose to the distribu-
TESTING DISTRIBUTOR ADVANCE tor vacuum advance unit and perform operations 1
through 4 under “Centrifugal Advance Curve.” Then
Centrifugal Advance Curve proceed as follows:
Mount distributor assembly (less cap and rotor) in a (1) Turn tester vacuum pump “ON.” Adjust
reliable stroboscope-type distributor tester and pro- vacuum pump regulator to vacuum test specifications.
ceed with tests as follows: Clamp around ribbed MC- See “Specifications” and observe arrow flashes on
tion of distributor housing. The bottom section of tester degree ring to determine degrees of advance.
distributor housing i s not a machined surface and (2) If vacuum advance is above or below specifica-
concentricity would be affected, causing a wobble. tions, replace vacuum advance unit. Retest vacuum
(1) Turn Tach-Dwell switch to 8 “LOBE” position advance curve.
and Motor Switch to correct direction of rotation. Re-
fer to “Distributor Specifications’’ in this manual. DlSTRl BUTOR INSTALLATION
(2) Turn battery switch “ON.”
(3) Regulate tester speed control to operate distrib- (1) Position distributor on engine. Align rotor with
utor at 200 distributor rpm. marks previously scribed on distributor housing.
(4) Align the “0”of the distributor tester degree Clean top of cylinder block to insure a g o d seal
ring with any one of the arrow flashes. between distributor base and block.
(5) Adjust tester speed control to operate distribu- (2) Engage tongue of distributor shaft with slot in
tor at speeds called for under “Specifications” and distributor and oil pump drive gear. If engine has
observe arrow flashes opposite tester degree ring to been cranked while distributor i s removed, it will be
determine degrees of advance. necessary to establish the proper relationship between
8-64 ELECTRICAL-I G NIT10N SYSTEM 0

distributor shaft and NO. 1 piston position as follows: output, include resistor in tests.
(a) Rotate crankshaft until number one piston is at Inspect coil for external leaks and arcing. Always
top of compression stroke. make two tests when testing the coil. One when the
(b) Rotate rotor to the position of number one dis- coil is cold, the other after the coil has been warmed
tributor cap terminal. UP.
(c) Lower distributor into the opening, connect Test coil according to coil tester Manufacturer’s in-
primary lead and install distributor cap. Make sure all structions. Test coil primary resistance. Test ballast
high tension wires “snap” firm in cap towers. Install resistor resistance. Test coil secondary resistance. Re-
distributor hold-down clamp screw. Tighten screw place any coil and ballast resistor that does not meet
finger tight. specifications.
(d) Connect secondary lead of a Power Timing Every time an ignition coil is replaced because of a
Light to NO. 1 spark plug (using proper adapter). burned tower, carbon tracking or any evidence of arc-
Connect red primary lead to positive terminal of bat- ing at the tower, the nipple or boot on the coil end of
tery and black primary lead to negative battery the secondary cable, replace cable. Any arcing at the
terminal. tower w i l l carbonize the nipple so that placing it on a
(e) Start. and operate engine at idle speed. Rotate new coil will invariably cause another coil failure.
distributor housing so that specified timing mark and If the secondary cable shows any signs of damage,
pointer are in alignment (Moving the distributor hous- the cable should be replaced with a new cable with
ing against shaft rotation advances timing and with a neoprene nipple since the old cable can cause arc-
shaft rotation retards timing). ing, and therefore, ruin a new coil.
(f) Tighten distributor clamp screw after timing
has been set and recheck timing adjustment with a BALLAST RESISTOR
Power Timing Light.
The ballast resistor is a compensating resistance in
(g) If timing is correct, connect vacuum hose to the ignition primary circuit. During low speed opera-
distributor and remove timing light from engine.
tion, when the primary circuit current flow is high,
ballast resistor temperature rises, increasing resist-
lgnition Timing (with C-744 Test Lamp) ance. This reduces current flow, thereby prolonging
(1) Connect C-744 test lamp between distributor
primary terminal and battery positive post. ignition contact life. At high speed operation, when
(2) Turn engine until number 6 exhaust valve is
primary current flow is low, the ballast resistance
just closing; continue turning engine slowly until cools off allowing more current flow, which is re-
specified degree mark on the crankshaft pulley is at quired for high speed operation. During starter oper-
specified degree mark at timing case cover. ation, the ballast resistor is bypassed, allowing full
(3) Loosen distributor clamp bolt so distributor
battery voltage to the ignition primary circuit.
housing can be rotated with a slight drag, then turn
distributor in the normal rotation until test lamp SPARK PLUGS
lights. To insure peak performance, spark plugs should be
(4) Turn distributor against normal distributor ro- removed, cleaned, tested and regapped every 5000
tation until test lamp goes out. If test lamp lights miles. Worn and dirty plugs may give satisfactory op-
immediately when connected, turn distributor against eration at idling speed but may fail under operation
normal distributor rotation until light goes out. conditions. Spark plug appearance or conditions can
(5) Tighten distributor clamp bolt securely and re- reflect a wide variety of engine conditions as follows:
move test lamp. If the operation is performed proper-
ly the engine is timed to specifications. If engine is Normal Conditions
turned beyond the timing mark, continue turning Normal conditions (Fig. 1).This plug has been run-
engine for two full revolutions of the crankshaft; this ning at the correct temperature in a “healthy” en-
will place the distributor rotor in approximately the gine. The few deposits present will probably be light
initial position. tan or gray in color with most regular grades of com-
CAUTION: DO NOT reverse rotation of the crank- mercial gasoline. Electrode burning w i l l not be in evi-
shaft, if you have p a d the timing mark as this dence; gap growth will average not more than about
would affect valve timing and distributor timing. .001”/1000 miles. Chances are the plug, as pictured,
could be cleaned, the gap electrodes filed, regapped
IGNITION COIL and reinstalled with good results.
The ignition coil is designed to operate with an Cold Fouling
external ballast resistor. When testing the toil for Cold fouling or carbon deposits (Fig. 2). This drv
0 IG NIT10 N SYSTEM-ELECTRICAL 8-65

Fig. I-Normal Conditions Fig. 2-Cold Fouling Fig. 5-Gap Bridging Fig. &High Speed Glaring
black appearance is fuel carbon and can be due to tion chamber are thrown against the hot insulator
over rich fuel-air mixture, possibly resulting from a surface. If they happen to short out the plug, they can
faulty choke, clogged air cleaner, improper carbu- be removed with regular cleaning techniques. The
retor idle adjustment, or dirty carburetor. However, if plugs can then be reinstalled with good results as the
only one or two plugs in a set are fouled like this it is engine has scavenged itself.
a good idea to check for sticking valves or faulty igni-
tion cables. This condition also results from prolonged Gap Bridging
operation at idle. If the vehicle is operated extensively Gap bridging (Fig. 5 ) is also relatively rare in auto-
at idle and low speeds, improved plug service will be motive engines. It also may be traced to flying de-
obtained by using the next step hotter spark plugs. posits in the combustion chamber. In a few cases,
fluffy deposits may accumulate on the plugs during
Wet Fouling in-town driving; when the engine is suddenly put
Wet fouling (Fig. 3) tells you that the plug has under high load, this material can melt and bridge the
drowned in excess oil. In an old engine, suspect worn gap.
rings or excessive cylinder wear. In OHV engines, too
much oil may be coming in past the valve guides. Use High Speed Glazing
of a hotter plug may relieve such fouling, but plugs High Speed glazing may cause misfiring at speeds
can’t take the place of needed engine overhaul. Re- above 50-60 mph. The shiny deposit (Fig. 6) may be
member that ”break-in“ fouling of new engines may yellow or tan in color. It usually suggests that tem-
occur before normal oil control is achieved. In new or peratures have suddenly risen during a hard accelera-
recently overhauled jobs, such fouling plugs can be tion. As a result normal deposits do not get a chance
cleaned and reinstalled. to fluff off the plug . . . instead they melt and form a
conductive coating. If this continues to reoccur, s u g
Splashed Fouling gest a colder heat range and regular spark plug
Splashed fouling (Fig.4) may sometimes occur after cleanings.
a long-delayed tune-up. Here, deposits accumulated
ater a long period of misfiring may be suddenly Overheating
loosened when normal combustion temperatures are Overheating (Fig. 7) is indicated by a white or light
restored upon installation of new plugs. During a high gray insulator which appears “blistered.” Electrode
speed run, these materials shedding off the combus- gap wear rate will be considerable in excess of

Fig. %-Wet Fouling Fig. 4-Splashed Fouling Fig. 7-Overheating Fig. 8-Turbulence Burning
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by excessive temperatures. This produces melting of


the center electrode and, somewhat later, the ground
electrode. Remember that the spark plug is like an
electric fuse . . . when it melts, it warns you to look
for the causes, and for damage to the engine such as
scuffed pistons, burned pistons or burned valves. In-
spect for correct spark plug heat range, over-ad-
vanced ignition timing, loose spark plugs, burned
head gasket, excessive detonation due to low octane
fuel and for similar causes of overheating.

Reversed Coil Polarity


Fig. 9-Initial Pre- Fig. IO-Reversed Reversed coil polarity can often be detected by
Ignition Damage Coil Polarity
“dishing” of the ground electrode. Note in Figure 10
.001”/1000 miles. This suggests that a cooler heat that the center electrode is usually not worn badly.
range should be used . . . however, over-advanced This source of misfiring and rough idle can be cor-
ignition timing, detonation and cooling system stop- rected by reversing the primary coil leads. An oscillo-
pages can also overheat the correct spark plug heat scope is the surest way to detect reversed polarity.
ranges. While these examples may not be conclusive in all
instances, they may indicate possible corrective pro-
Turbulence Burning cedures and further diagnosis may be necessary.
Turbulence burning (Fig. 8) causes electrodes to
wear away on one side. This is the result of normal Cleaning and Regapping
turbulence patterns in the combustion chambers of Carefully clean the spark plugs in an abrasive type
certain engines. It can be ignored if normal plug life cleaner. Use a pin type feeler gauge to check spark
is being obtained. If gap growth appears excessive, plug gap. Reset gaps to .035 inch. Before setting spark
review the corrective measures suggested under plug gap, file center electrode flat, make adjustment
overheating. by bending ground (side) electrode, never bend the
center electrode.
lnitial Pre-ignition Damage When installing spark plugs, tighten to 30 foot-
Initial pre-ignition damage (Fig. 9) may be caused pounds.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING
HEADLIGHTS
INDEX
Page Page
Compensating the Aimers ...................... 69 Rotating Headlights ........................... 67
General Information ........................... 66 Service Diagnosis ............................. 68
Headlight Sealed-Beam Replacement ........... 71 Switch .................... See “Instrument Panel”
Measuring Headlight Aim ...................... 71 Testing Aimer Calibration ...................... 70
Mounting and Adjusting the Aimers ............ 70 Visual Headlight Adjustment
Pre-Aiming Instructions ........................ 69 (Without Aimers) ............................ 71
GENERAL INFORMATION
Dual Headlight System-Coronet and bulbs are off set at different angles.
Charger Models On high beam, the number (1)bulbs provide the
The dual headlight system consists of four sealed high intensity “reach” down the highway and the off
beam bulbs. The two outer bulbs are of the two fila- focus filament in the number (2) bulbs provide the
ment type for low and high beam and are marked by a “body” light which illuminates the side of the road,
numeral (2) molded in the lens. The two inner bulbs ditches, etc. On low beam, only the number two (2)
have only one filament and are marked with a num- bulbs operate.
eral (1)molded in the glass.
The bulbs cannot be installed wrong as the mount- Single Headlight System-Dart Models
ing lugs for the number one (1)and number two (2) The single beam system consists of two sealed
n HEADLIGHTS-ELECTRICAL 8-67
beam bulbs. The bulbs are the two filament type for the headlights are not fully opened and therefore not
low and high beam and are marked by a number (2) lighting the road properly.
molded in the lens. Turning the headlight switch off rotates the hous-
The low beam is intended for use in congested ings 180 degrees, with the headlights off and con-
areas and on highways when meeting other vehicles cealing them in the grille. Should the operator desire
within a distance of 500 feet. The high beam is in- to leave the headlights exposed but turned off, a
tended primarily for distant illumination and for use separate toggle type switch in the instrument panel
on the open highway when not meeting other vehicles. will override the system. The headlights can then be
Manual on and off operation is controlled by a controlled in the same manner as non-concealed
switch mounted on the far left of the instrument headlights.
panel while manual operation of the high-low beam
is controlled with a foot operated dimmer switch Rotating Headlight Circuit (Fig. I )
mounted on the left side of the floor pan.
Opening
ROTATlNG H EADLl GHTS-Charger Models With the headlight switch in the on position current
will flow to the control relay keeping the contact
The rotating headlamp assembly consists of dual points open. This will interrupt current flow to the
headlights mounted in housings, which are orna- closing relay. Current then flows from the dimmer
mented to match the configuration of the grille. The switch to the opening relay closing the contacts in
housings are mounted in the outboard sides of the the relay and feeding the opening circuit to the
grille section and rotated 180 degrees by separate motors. The motor rotates the housing until the
electric motors when the headlight switch is turned housing stops contact the limit switches and interrupt
on or off. the ground circuit to the opening relay.
An indicator light on the instrument panel stays
lighted until the fully open position is attained. This Closing
safety feature warns the driver that one or both of Turning the headlight switch off closes the control
-
- UPPER --

INDICATOR
LIGHT GLOWS LIMIT SWITCHES
WHEN EITHER CLOSED UNTIL
DOOR NOT
/NTHEFULLY
.
PI
FULLY CLOSED
OPEN POSITION \I Y I VI
BLACK
t t BLACK
I
DIMMER LIGHT
SWITCH
To
BATTERY 1 I\ I I\
LIGHT
GREEN
6 %
H
' 1
NN916A

Fig. I-Rotating Headlight Circuit


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0

- CLOSING
RELAY
- CONTROL :_OPENING
RLLAY RELAY
box. The center relay is the control relay. The relay
on the left is the closing relay and on the right is
\ the opening relay. Both the opening and closing relay
are identical in operation and are interchangeable.
The control relay can be identified by the three ter-
minals while the opening and closing relays have
four terminals each.

Limit Switches
Four limit switches stop the rotation of the head-
lights housing by interrupting the ground circuit
when the adjusting screw actuates the plunger of the
switch. The adjustable stop screws are located on the
Y inboard surfaces of the headlight housings and pro-
vide a means of aligning the headlight housings with
Fig. 2-Refry Location the center grille. With the headlight open, turn the
relay points, causing current to flow to the closing re- stop adjusting screw clockwise to move top of hous-
lay. The motors rotate the housings till the stops ing out and counterclockwise to move housing in. The
contact the limit switches which interrupt the ground housing should be adjusted first in the closed position
circuit of the closing relay. in the same manner.
One of the features of this system is the ability
Override Switch to open the headlight housing should the electrical
When the headlight switch is turned on, the over- system fail or suffer external damage. To perform
ride switch breaks the ground circuit to the closing this operation, use a screw driver and loosen the
relay when placed in the override position. Should two motor mounting strap screws on each motor (Fig.
both headlights fail to open or close, continuity of 10). The screws are accessible through the first in-
the override switch should be tested first with an board grille opening next to the headlight housing.
ohmmeter. After loosening the two screws, manually rotate the
housing to the open position and retighten the screws.
Relays (Fig. 2) The headlights can then be controlled with the head-
Three relays are mounted on the far right side of light switch in the conventional manner.
the bulkhead in front and slightly below the glove

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Caum Correction
HEADLIGHTS DIM (a) High resistance in lighting circuit. (a) Test lighting circuit including ground
(engine running connection. Make necessary repairs.
above idle) (b) Faulty sealed beam units. (b) Replace sealed beam units.
(c) Faulty voltage regulator. (c) Test voltage regulator and alternator.
Make necessary repairs.
LIGHTS FLICKER (a) Loose connections or damaged wires (a) Tighten connections and check for
in lighting circuit. da rnaged wiring.
(b) Light wiring insulation damaged pro- (b) Test wiring and replace or tape dam-
ducing momentary short. aged wires.
LIGHTS BURN OUT (a) High voltage regulator setting. (a) Adjust voltage regulator.
FREQUENTLY (b) Loose connections in light circuit. (b) Tighten connections.
LIGHTS WILL NOT (a) Discharged battery. (a) Recharge battery and correct cause.
LIGHT (b) Loose connections in lighting circuit. (b) Tighten connections.
(c) Burned out lamps. (c) Replace bulbs or sealed beam unit.
(d) Open or corroded contacts in head- (d) Replace headlight switch.
I ight switch.
(e) Open or corroded contact in dimmer (e) Replace dimmer switch.
switch.
HEADLIGHTS DIM (a) Partly discharged battery. (a) Charge battery.
(engine idling or (b) Faulty battery. (b) Test battery. Replace if necessary.
shut off)
0 H EADLIGHTS-ELECTRICAL 8-69
Condition Possible Cause Correction
(c) High resistance in light circuit. (c) Test headlight circuit including
ground connection. Make necessary
repairs.
(d) Faulty sealed beam units. (d) Replace sealed beam units.
(e) Corroded battery terminals. (e) Clean terminals.
ROTATING HEADLIGHTS
Headlights ON Warning (a) Faulty control relay. (a) Replace control relay.
Light ON Headlights (b) Faulty circuit breaker located on left (b) Replace control relay.
won’t open side cowl.
(c) Faulty opening relay. (c) Replace relay.
(d) Incomplete motor ground. (d) Repair a s necessary.
Headlights ON Warning (a) Incomplete ground to upper limit (a) Repair a s necessary.
Light OFF Headlights switches.
won’t open (b) Faulty upper limit switch. (b) Replace limit switch.
(c) Faulty circuit breaker located on left (c) Replace circuit breaker.
side cowl.
(d) Faulty opening relay. (d) Replace relay.
Only One Headlight (a) Faulty motor. (a) Replace motor.
Opens, Red Warning
Light ON, Head-
lights ON
Warning Light (a) Misalignment of adjusting screw with (a) Realign motor mounting bracket.
Stays ON When limit switch.
Headlights Are (b) Faulty lower limit switch. (b) Replace limit switch.
Fully Open
Headlights Will (a) Override switch in override position. (a) Instruct owner on proper operation of
Not Close system.
(b) Faulty upper limit switch. (b) Replace limit switch.
(c) Faulty override switch. (c) Replace switch.
(d) Faulty control relay. (d) Replace relay.
(e) Faulty closing relay. (e) Replace relay.
(f) Faulty circuit breaker located on left (f) Replace circuit breaker,
side cowl.

PRE-AIMI NG INSTRUCTIONS (9) There should be no other load in vehicle other


than driver or substituted weight of approximately
On Charger models, turn the headlight switch ON 150 pounds placed in driver’s position.
and place the override switch in the override posi- (10) Remove each headlight trim panel. Do not re-
tion. Turn headlight switch OFF and proceed as fol- move sealed beam retainer rims.
lows: (11) Thoroughly clean headlight lenses.
(1) Test dimmer switch operation.
(2) Observe operation of high beam indicator COMPENSATING THE AIMERS
light mounted in instrument cluster.
(3) Inspect for badly rusted or faulty headlight as- (1) Place transit on floor in line with vertical
semblies. These conditions must be corrected before a centerline of right front wheel (Fig. 3). Place split
satisfactory adjustment can be made. image target in like position at right rear wheel.
(4) Place vehicle on a level floor. (2) Adjust range screw on transit until target split
(5) Adjust front suspension height as necessary. image coincides or merges into one unbroken line.
(6) Inspect tire inflation. Make sure that the line of sight is perpendicular
(7) Rock vehicle sideways to allow vehicle to from the eye to the viewing port of the transit and
assume its normal position. that the target image is centered in viewing port of
(8) If gasoline tank is not full, place a weight in transit.
trunk of vehicle to simulate weight of a full tank (6- (3) Turn dial on side of transit until bubble in spirit
1/4 pounds per gallon). level is centered.
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Fig. 3-Determining Slope of Floor


(4) When bubble is centered, note “plus” or
“minus” reading on compensator scale. This figure
Fig. 5-Chocking Aimer Calibration
indicates degree of slope of floor and must be trans-
ferred to each aimer. screw until bubble is centered in spirit level.
(5) With a screw driver, turn adjusting slot of floor (6) The horizontal aim is correct if targets on oppo-
level compensator in each h e r , until correct plus or site aimers are aligned in viewing ports. If targets are
minus figure (or fractional part) appears in proper not aligned in viewing ports, rotate mirror adjusting
window (Fig. 4). screw until target split image becomes aligned.

TESTING AIMER CALIBRATION (Fig. 5) MOUNTING AND ADJUSTING THE AIMERS


(1) Using carpenter or stone mason level of known (1) While holding an aimer in alignment with lens
accuracy, locate a true vertical plate glass window or of one headlight on Dart models or the number (2)
smooth surface. lens on Coronet and Charger models, bring aimer up
(2) Set DOWN-UP pointer on DOWN 2. to and against headlight lens. Make certain that head-
(3) Set RIGHT-LEFT pointer and floor level com- light lens pads are making full contact with simer
pensator at “0.” mounting flange and that aimer target is facing in-
(4) Secure aimers to glass or smooth surface three board.
to five feet apart so split image targets can be located (2) Push release lever forward (to expel air from
in viewing ports. suction cup) and while holding aimer fmnly against
(5) If bubble is ceiitered in glass dial, vertical Cali- headlight aiming pads, slowly pull release lever back
bration is correct. If bubble is not centered, make until spring lock engages in the slot, (Fig. 6).
DOWN-UP adjustment by rotating level adjusting (3) Mount second aimer on other side of vehicle, in
same manner.
(4) On each aimer, set pointer to numeral 2 on
DOWN side of the DOWN-UP scale.
(5) On each aimer position the pointer, of the

HORIZONTAL ADJUSTING

\
SCREW
VERTICAL ADJUSTING
SCREW

KU4J3

Fig. &Adjusting Floor Level Compensators Fig. 6-Mounting and Adjusting Aimers
r\ H EADLlG HTS-ELECTRICAL 8-71
RIGHT-LEFT scale, at 2-RIGHT. avoid disturbing installed position of aimers. Then
turn screw clockwise until bubble is centered for cor-
MEASURING HEADLIGHT AIM rect aim and elimination of backlash.
(2) Make vertical adjustment on other side of ve-
Horizontal Test hicle in same manner.
Turn the RIGHT-LEFT scale knob until the split (3) Inspect target alignment on each side and read-
image is in alignment. If the RIGHT or LEFT por- just the horizontal aim, if necessary.
tion of scale exceeds the following values, the lights Proceed to adjust number (1)bulbs on dual head-
should be aimed. light systems by repeating outlined procedure. In-
Values given represent inches at 25 feet. stall headlight trim panels.
Left Right Remove aimers by releasing spring lock at rear
No. 1 Unit ...................... 4 4 (bottom) of aimer and pushing release lever forward.
No. 2 Unit ...................... 0 4 Do not attempt to remove the aimers by pulling away
from headlight lens-slide suction cup downward and
Vertical Test away from lens.
Turn DOWN-UP scale knob until the spirit level is
centered. If Down or Up portion of the scale exceeds
the following values, the lights should be aimed. SEALED BEAM REPLACEMENT
No. 1 Unit ....................... 1/2 to 31/2down (ALL MODELS)
No. 2 U n i t ...................... 1/2to 3 4 2 down
On Charger models, turn the headlight switch ON
Horizontal Adjustment and place the override switch in the override posi-
(1) With pointer of RIGHT-LEFT scale still set 2- tion. Turn headlight switch OFF' and proceed as fol-
RIGHT, sight through aimer viewing port. lows:
Make sure that line of sight is perpendicular frwn (1) Remove screws from headlight panel and re-
eye to viewing port of aimer and that target image is move panel.
centered in viewing port of aimer. (2) Remove screws from interior retaining ring,
(2) While sighting through viewing port of aimer, and remove ring. Do not disturb headlight aimer
turn horizontal adjusting screw on headlight until screws.
split target image line merges into one unbroken line. (3) Pull out sealed beam unit and unplug connec-
To remove backlash, be Sure to make a final adjust- tor, pulling straight off.
ment by turning headlight horizontal adjusting screw (4) Install new sealed beam unit.
in a clockwise direction, (Fig. 7). (5) Install unit retaining ring.
(3) Make horizontal adjustment on other side of (6) Aim the headlight and install headlight panel.
vehicle in same manner.
VISUAL HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Vertical Adjustment
(1) Turn vertical adjusting screw on headlight in
Low Beam
counterclockwise direction to bring bubble of spirit Place vehicle on a known level floor 25 feet from
level on aimer to vehicle side of center. Use care to aiming screen or light colored wall.
Four lines are required on screen or walk (Fig. 8).
VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT SCREWS

HORIZONTAL ADjkTMENT SCREWS ND388B

Fig. 7-Headlight Adjustment Points Fig. &Low Beam Adjustment Pattern


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(a) A horizontal line at the level of centers of head- broken or loose ground terminal (black wire from
lights, line number 3. left limit switches) directly in front of the battery on
(b) A center vertical line which must be lined up radiator yoke. Also inspect for a loose, corroded
with center of hood, line number 5. or broken ground wire or terminal attached to the
(c) A vertical line on left of screen or wall in line housing of each motor. Test the ground circuit as
with center line of left headlight, line number 4. follows:
(d) A vertical line on right of screen or wall in line Connect one lead of a 12 volt test light to the
with center line of right headlight, line number 6. positive terminal of the battery and touch the other
Remove headlight door. Adjust top adjusting screw lead to the terminal of the black wire fastened to the
for vertical adjustment, adjust side screw for hori- radiator yoke. Do not touch the screw head. If the
zontal adjustment (Fig. 7). light fails to light, remove the screw and clean the
Adjust low beam of headlights to match the pat- paint from the metal surrounding the contact area and
terns in Figure 8 and the corresponding numbers list- repeat the test. Should the test light still fail to light,
ed below: inspect the black wire for breaks or loose terminals
(1) Lower beam pattern of right headlight. or loose ground wire terminals on the motor housings.
(2) Lower beam pattern of both headlights. If the warning light on the instrument panel fails
(3) Horizontal line at level of headlight centers. to go out when the headlights are fully opened, in-
(4) Vertical line in line with center of left head- spect for an overheated motor. An overheated motor
light. generally indicates a misaligned or faulty upper limit
(5) Vertical line in line with center of hood. switch.
(6) Vertical line in line with center of right head- If the headlights fail to close when the headlight
light. switch is pushed in and the override switch is in the
up position, an overheated motor will result and the
High Beam lower limit switches should be tested. To test the
Adjust high beam of headlights to match the pat- limit switches quickly, proceed as follows:
terns in Figure 9 and the corresponding numbers (1) Loosen headlight housing motor mounting strap
listed below: screws so housing can be rotated manually.
(1) High beam pattern of right headlight. (2) Disconnect limit switch connectors and connect
(2) High beam pattern of both headlights. one lead of a test light to the positive post of battery.
(3) Horizontal line at level of headlight centers. Connect the other lead to one terminal in connector
(4) Vertical line in line with center of left head- leading from limit switch. Connect one lead of a
light. jumper wire to second terminal in connector and the
(5) Vertical line in line with center of hood. other end of jumper to good body ground.
(6) Vertical line in line with center of right head- (3) Manually rotate headlight housing till stop
light. screw contacts limit switch. Test light should go out.
If test light remains lit, inspect for a misaligned or
Rotating Headlight Tests faulty limit switch. Replace switch if stop screw is
Ground Test contacting switch but failing to turn test light off.
Should both headlights fail to open or close when (4) Repeat above test on opposite side of vehicle.
the headlight switch is turned on or off, the ground
circuit should be tested first. Inspect for a corroded, Circuit Breaker
I
If the override switch operates properly, test the
accessory circuit breaker mounted behind left kick
pad on cowl panel. Using a test light, connect one
lead to the output terminal of the circuit breaker and
the other to a good ground. If the light does not glow,
inspect for a loose terminal or broken wire or a
faulty circuit breaker.

Motor Test
If one headlight operates in one direction only,
FLOOR LINE disconnect the motor wire harness at the motor (from
NP273 1 under the car) and touch one lead of a test light to
the up or down wire terminal and the other test light
Fig. 9-High Beum Adiustment Pattern lead to a ground. (See Fig. 1).Turn on the headlight
0 HEADLIGHTS-ELECTRICAL 8-73
switch. If light glows, the circuit is complete and the (1) Disconnect battery ground cable.
motor is faulty and should be replaced. (2) Remove four screws in air shield below bumper
bar and remove shield.
Relay Test (3) Remove six screws retaining center grille to
If both headlights operate in one direction only, upper and lower grille bars and remove grille (Fig.
the control relay should be tested first. If the head- 10).
lights fail to close, the closing circuit at the control To remove grille, press down on top of grille to
relay should be tested by touching one lead of a test permit locating tabs to slide out under upper grille
light to the terminal marked “H” and the other lead bar.
to a good ground. The light should glow when the (4) Remove six screws in headlight door and re-
headlight switch is turned “OFF”. Repeat the above move door (Fig. 11).
test at the “S” terminal if the headlights fail to open, (5) From inside headlight housing, remove three
this time turning the headlight switch “ON”. If the retaining motor flange to housing nuts (Fig. 12).
test light fails to light in either test, replace the con- (6) Remove two screws on motor strap, disconnect
trol relay. wire connector and work motor from bracket by
If the control relay tests good, disconnect the wire rotating motor back and forth while pulling forward
from the number three terminal on the relay to be (Fig. 13),leaving housing resting in grille cavity.
tested (either the opening or closing relay). Connect
one lead to the terminal and the other to a good installation
ground and activate the headlight switch. If the light (1) Pulling inboard end of housing part way out
fails to glow, replace the inoperative relay. of grille cavity insert three motor flange studs in end
of housing. Seat motor in bracket and install motor
MOTOR strap with two screws.
(2)Connect motor wire harness connector to body
Removal wire harness.
Before servicing headlights, turn headlight switch (3) Remove three screws in inboard headlight shell
on to rotate headlights to open position. Position assembly and remove assembly.
override switch to ON and then turn headlight (4) Install three nuts in housing on motor flange
switch OFF. This keeps headlights open. studs and reinstall headlight shell assembly.
UPPER MOUNTING SCREWS (3)

CENTER GRILLE

NN910
Fig. IO-Center Grille Assembly
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LIMIT SWITCH

DOOR

MOUNTING SCREWS (6) NN911 Fig. 13-Motor Mounting


Fig. I I-Headlight Door Removal (3) Remove the three terminals from connector
(5) Install headlight door with six retaining screws. insulator with a thin screw driver and carefully pull
As an aid to the installation of three lower screws, housing off idle shaft while feeding harness through
insert dum-dum in cross recess of screw head to re- idle shaft, (Fig. 13).
tain screw on screw driver bit. These screws are Idle shaft mounting bolts may now be removed if
non-magnetic. necessary by reaching around parking light housing
(6) Position grille in opening and secure with six with a short box wrench.
screws.
(7) Install air shield, connect battery ground cable lnstallation
and align housing with grille. (1) With the aid of a helper, feed the headlight
wire harness through idle shaft and partially seat
HEADLIGHT HOUSING REMOVAL (Fig. 14) housing on shaft at approximately a 45” angle. While
helper holds assembly, install wire terminals in con-
(1) Remove motor. See “Motor Removal”. nector.
(2) Pull inboard end of housing out and while a Follow color code of body harness wiring.
helper holds housing, disconnect headlight harness (2) Connect wire harness and install motor. See
connector behind parking light assembly. “Motor Installation”.
CENTER GRILLE \ ROTATING
STOP AND
LIMIT SWITCHES

TERMINALS

NN914
,’

Fig. 12-Housing to Motor Mounting Fig. 14-Sealed Beam and W i r e Harness Assembly
0 TURN SIGNALS-ELECTRICAL 8-75
TURN SIGNALS-EMERGENCY FLASHER
INDEX
Page Page
Emergency Flasher ............................ 76 Service Diagnosis ............................. 75
General Information ........................... 75 Switch ....................................... 76

GENERAL INFORMATION
The turn signals are activated with a lever mounted with the canceling cam returns the switch to the off
on the left side of the steering column just below the position.
steering wheel. When the driver wishes to signal his When the system is activated, one of two indicator
intentions to change direction of travel, moving the lights mounted in the instrument cluster or on the
lever up causes the right turn signals to flash. Moving front fender flash in sequence with the turn signal
the lever down causes the left turn signals to flash. lights (Fig. 1)indicating to the driver that the system
After completion of a turn the system is deactivated is operating.
automatically. As the steering wheel returns to the The turn signal flasher is a plug in type mounted to
straight ahead position, a lobe mounted to the under- the right of the steering column, under the instru-
side of the steering wheel contacts one of two cancel- ment panel in a bracket mounted on the ash receiver
ing cams in the turn signal switch mounted in the housing.
steering column upper housing. Contact of the lobe
FENDER INDICATOR
LEFT PARK
AND TURN , I
i r

RIGHT TURN
RIGHT PARK AND STOP
TURN AND

PANEL
INDICATORS SIGNAL
FLASHER

/CONNECTOR
BULKHEAD
SIGNAL

\
I
SWITCH
6 STOP
I -LAMP
SWITCH

''9
FENDER INDICATOR
I FUSE BLOCK T -""_

TIT
20 AMP. FUSE

BATTERY
\IGNITION SWITCH 64 x 420C

Fig. !-Turn Signal Wiring

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Caure Correction
EXTERNAL LAMPS (a) Faulty pilot bulb in instrument clus- (a) Replace bulb.
0PERATE N0 R MALLY, ter.
NO INDICATIONS ON
INSTRUM ENT CLUSTER
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Condition Possible Cause Correction


SYSTEM DOES NOT (a) Faulty flasher unit. (a) Replace flasher.
FLASH (b) Faulty external bulb. (b) Replace faulty bulb.
(c) Faulty contact in switch. (c) Replace switch.
SYSTEM DOES NOT (a) Broken or loose cancelling finger. (a) Replace cancelling finger.
CANCEL AFTER (b) Improperly aligned cancelling finger. (b) Align cancelling finger properly.
COMPLETION OF (c) Broken or faulty switch. (c) Replace switch.
TURN

ENTIRE SYSTEM DOES (a) Open circuit in feed wire to switch. (a) Check wiring circuits. Refer to "Wir-
NOT OPERATE ing Diagrams."
(b) Faulty fuse. (b) Replace fuse.
(c) Faulty flasher unit. (c) Replace flasher.
PILOT LAMP ILLUMI- (a) Loose or corroded external lamp (a) Clean and tighten ground connection.
NATES BRIGHTLY, ground connection.
EXTERNAL LAMPS
GLOWS DIMLY WITH
NO FLASH

SWITCH wires from column. Leave string or wire in column as


an aid to installation.
Removal
(1) Disconnect battery ground cable. installation
(2) Remove horn ring ornament assembly by turn- (1) Attach string or wire, (that was left in steering
ing counterclockwise. column jacket tube during removal), to turn signal
(3) Disconnect horn wire at horn switch. switch wiring and carefully pull string or wire down
(4) Remove three screws attaching horn ring and through column jacket tube until turn signal switch is
switch to steering wheel. Remove horn ring and positioned in steering column jacket tube. Install at-
switch. taching screws and connect all wire connections.
(5) Loosen steering wheel nut several turns and in- (2) Install turn signal switch lever. Tighten to 30
stall Steering Wheel Puller Tool (2-3428. Loosen steer- inch pounds.
ing wheel first. Then remove steering wheel nut and (3) Install steering wheel and steering wheel nut.
steering wheel. Tighten to 24 foot-pounds. Test operation of cancel-
(6) Disconnect switch wiring multiple connector at ing lever.
steering column jacket. Remove each terminal from (4) Install horn switch, horn ring retainer and
connector, tying them together with a piece of string attaching screws. Connect horn wire at horn switch.
or fine wire. (5) Position horn ring ornament assembly on horn
(7) Remove the screws attaching turn signal switch ring and lock by turning clockwise.
to steering column and remove switch, and switch (6) Connect battery ground cable.

EMERGENCY FLASHER
The emergency flasher system is energized by a the flasher, All lights will remain on bright until the
switch on the instrument panel when the driver brake pedal is released.
wishes to draw attention to the vehicle. When the For removal and installation of the switch see "In-
switch is activated all turn signal lights and the turn strument Panels".
signal indicators flash simultaneously. The system consists of a separate instrument panel
Before the switch is activated, the turn signal switch and flasher unit. "he flasher is mounted on
switch should be in the neutral position to prevent the brake support bracket on Dart models and on the
a characteristic feed back through the accessory lower edge of the instrument panel just below the left
circuit causing intermittent operation of the acces- side of the glove box on Coronet and Charger models.
sories. The flasher is a plug-in heavy duty type and is
When the flasher is operating, application of the not to be confused with the turn signal flasher.
brake pedal will override the system and interrupt
0 H 0 R N-ELECTRICAL 8-77

GENERAL INFORMATION
The horn circuit consists of a horn switch located button is depressed, the horn ring completes a ground
in the steering wheel hub and a horn relay mounted circuit to the horn relay closing a set of points in the
in the engine compartment. Battery current from the relay and allowing battery current to flow from the
“B” terminal of the starter relay flows to the “B” relay to the horns which are grounded to the sheet
terminal of the horn relay. When the horn ring or metal of the vehicle.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
HORNS WILL NOT (a) Horn switch contact plate dirty. (a) Remove steering wheel and clean.
SOUND (b) Improper adjustment. (b) See “Adjusting.”
(c) Broken or faulty wiring. (c) See “Testing.”
(d) Faulty horn. (d) See “Testing.”
- Replace horn if neces-
sa ry.
(e) Faulty relay. (e) See “Testing.” Replace relay if neces-
sa ry.
HORNS SOUND CON- (a) Shorted wiring. (a) See “Testing.”
TI NU0 US LY (b) Horn button sticking. (b) Disconnect battery ground cable. Re-
lease horn button. After correction,
connect battery ground cable.
(c) Relay sticking. (c) Replace relay.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
Testing (2) Remove horn and bracket assembly.
Should the horns fail to sound, disconnect wire con- (3) With a suitable tool (Fig. l),turn tone adjuster
nector at horn and connect one lead of a test light counterclockwise until there is no vibration (sound).
to the connector terminal and the other lead of test (4) ”urn tone adjuster clockwise, approximately
light to a good body ground. Depress the horn ring 1/4 turn at a time until tone has a clear mellow sound.
or button. Should the test light illuminate, the horns Do not turn tone adjuster while horn is sounding.
are faulty. Adjustment will only clear up sound and cannot
If the test light fails to light, reconnect the con- change horn tone frequency.
nector to the horn terminal and connect one lead of (5) Connect a test ammeter between positive post
test light to the horn relay “B” terminal and the of a 12 volt battery and horn terminal post. Connect a
other test light lead to a good body ground. If the jumper lead from negative battery post to horn base.
light fails to illuminate, inspect for corroded battery Clean paint from horn bracket where connection is
terminals, dead battery or an open circuit in the made. Turn adjusting screw to obtain a reading of six
wire from the starter relay to the “B” terminal of amperes minimum to eight amperes maximum for
the horn relay. Sparton horns and four amperes minimum to six
Should the test light illuminate, touch a jumper amperes maximum for Prestolite horns at 12.5 volts.
wire from relay “S” terminal to good body ground. Amperage must not exceed eight amperes maxi-
Sounding of the horns will indicate a poor ground mum for Sparton horns and six amperes maximum
circuit in the horn switch, an open wire from the “S” for Prestolite horns.
terminal of the horn relay or a poorly grounded steer-
ing column. HORN SWITCH
To determine if the horn relay is defective, connect
a jumper wire from “B” to “H” terminals. If horns Removal
operate, the horn relay is faulty and should be re- (1) Disconnect battery ground cable.
placed. (2) Remove horn ring ornament by turning coun-
terclockwise.
Adjusting (3) Disconnect horn wire at switch terminal in
(1) Disconnect connections at each horn to deter- steering wheel hub.
mine which horn is not operating. (4) Remove three cross-recessed screws retaining
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horn ring to steering wheel hub and lift horn ring off.
(5) With horn ring upside down, remove three
screws retaining horn switch to horn ring and remove
switch.

AD
lnstallation
(1) Locate horn switch on bottom of horn ring
and install three retaining screws.
(2) Position horn ring and switch assembly on steer-
ing wheel hub with horn wire routed through inside
of horn switch. Install assembly with three retaining
screws.
(3) Connect horn wire terminal to horn switch.
(4) Install horn ring ornament assembly by turn-
ing clockwise.
SPARTON (5) Connect battery ground cable and test opera-
tion of horns.

ADJUSTER

PRESTOLITE NP48

Fig. I-Horn Adjustments

INSTRUMENT PANELS
INDEX
Page Page
Brake System Warning Light .................... 83 Printed Circuit Boards ......................... 86
Circuit Breakers ............................. .: 87 Service Diagnosis ............................. 80
Electroluminescent System Testing ............. 83 Specifications ................................. 95
Fuse Block ................................... 87 Speedometer ................................. 86
General Information ........................... 78 Switch Replacement .......................... 87
Heater or Air Conditioning Controls ............. 88 Tachometer (Charger) ......................... 86
Instruments ................................... 86 Tests in Vehicle ............................... 81
Instrument Clusters ........................... 84 Tests Out of Vehicle ............................
Light .Bulb Replacement .......................
86
82

GENERAL INFORMATION
The instruments in the panels of all models are the connectors of the wire harness to the gauges and
contained in a housing and bezel assembly. In all ex- lights.
cept the Charger model, the ammeter, temperature The gauges in the Charger model are independently
and fuel gauges are attached to a printed circuit board mounted in the cluster housing and are connected
which is screwed to the back of the cluster housing. by the wire harness. All instruments in the cluster
Conductors in the form of die cut copper foil strips including air conditioning control and radio dials
on the printed circuit board allow current flow from are illuminated without the use of light bulbs as in
-INSTRUMENT PAN ELS-ELECTRICAL 8-79

\ r/
S T E E L BACK POINTER
(CONDUCTING LAYER) VOLTAGE LIMITER

ELECTROLUMINESCENT
I O A
12 VOLT
INPUT 5 VOLTS TO GAUGES

u
FUEL TANK FUEL GAUGE

DECORATIVE, OPAOUE FACE

+
WITH
FROM SENDING UNIT
TRANSLUCENT MARKINGS A
-
-- NY866
“BULKHEAD CONNECTOR
Fig. I-Electroluminescent Gauge (Typkal) ( O N DASH PANEL)
ax4ia
all other models. This system known as Electro-
Fig. 3-Fuel Level Indicating System
luminescent Lighting, creates a soft uniform glow All models except Charger
without objectionable intensity and glare. Light level
can be controlled in the usual manner with the head- a variable resistor in the gauge sending unit that pro-
light switch knob. vides a change of resistance in the fuel gauge circuit
The gauge faces and dials, composed of electrical with any up or down movement of the float. This
conducting laminates, glow when an alternating cur- resistance registers on the instrument panel gauge,
rent is applied, Fig. l. Alternating current is con- metered to the capacity of the tank.
verted from the direct current supply of the car by a When the fuel level in the tank is low, the resist-
transistor oscillator mounted under the instrument ance of the circuit is increased restricting current
panel to the left of the glove box. This power pack, flow and consequently positions the instrument panel
Fig. 2,supplies 200 volts A/C at 250 cycles per second gauge pointer to low.
from the 12 volt D/C car current. Resistance in the circuit is at a minimum when the
All gauges are of the thermal type and operate on tank is full and the float arm is raised. With resist-
the constant voltage principal. This is accomplished ance at a minimum, current flow is high, registering
through the use of a voltage limiter connected in full on the instrument panel gauge.
parallel with the gauges. Voltage limiters in all ex-
cept the Charger model are external plug-in type. Temperature Indicating System (Fig. 5 )
The Charger model uses a voltage limiter integral The operation of the temperature indicating system
with the fuel gauge. It is important to note this dif- is identical in operation with the fuel system with, the
ference if gauges are to be tested on the bench. exception of the method of varying the resistance of
the sending unit. In this system the sending unit re-
sistance varies in direct relation to the temperature
F vel Level Indicating System (Figs. 3 and 4) of the coolant.
A hinged float arm on the fuel tank raises or lowers
dependent on the fuel level. The float arm contacts
12 VOLT INPUT I
I 01

FROM SENDING UNIT


I

10 I \BULKHEAD CONNECTOR

NN904

Fig. 2-Power Pack Fig. 4-Fuel Level Indicating System-Charger


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Oil Pressure Warning Light

I01
The oil pressure warning switch, mounted on the
5 VOLT INPUT\
engine, i s controlled by the engine oil pressure.
(FROM VOLTAGE LIMITER A
OR FUEL GAUGE) When the engine oil pressure i s high (normal oper-
ating condition of the engine) the switch i s held in the
”OFF” or ”OPEN” position allowing no current to
TEMPERATURE SENDING flow to the oil pressure warning lamp on the instru-
/
A
/UNIT (ON ENGINE)
I I I TEMPERAT’URE GAUGE
ment panel.
When the engine oil pressure i s low the switch is in
the “ON“ or ”CLOSED” position allowing current to
- ti-
I +BULKHEAD CONNECTOR
flow to the oil pressure warning lamp on the instru-
ment panel causing the warning light to be illumin-
(ON DASH PANEL)
ated.
64x419
Oil Pressure Gauge (Charger Only)
f i g . b--Temperature Indicating System The oil pressure gauge circuitry i s similar to the
temperature indicating system. However, the sending
When the engine is cold, the resistance of the disc unit mounted in an oil passage of the engine, consists
in the temperature sending unit i s high and a low of a resistor actuated by a diaphragm as the oil
temperature will be indicated on the gauge. pressufe increases or decreases.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
ALL GAUGES READ (a) Faulty voltage limiter. (a) Test voltage limiter.
HIGH (“against the (Fuel Gauge-Charger)
peg”) AFTER IGNITION (b) Cluster not properly grounded to (b) Tighten cluster mounting screws.
SWITCH IS TURNED panel.
UONW

GAUGE POINTERS DO (a) Faulty voltage limiter or an open (a) Test voltage limiter. Test wiring, re-
NOT MOVE WHEN circuit on battery side (input of pair or replace as necessary.
IGNITION SWITCH limiter).
IS TURNED “ON”
TEMPERATURE GAUGE (a) Fuel tank sending unit or instrument (a) Test sending unit and gauge.
INDICATES NORMAL panel fuel gauge is faulty.
OPERATION, BUT THE (b) Fuel tank is improperly grounded. (b) Test fuel tank for a good ground.
FUEL GAUGE INDICATES Testing the system with the tank send-
A HIGHER OR LOWER ing unit positioned for both “empty”
FUEL LEVEL THAN and “full” is usually sufficient to
ACTUALLY EXISTS determine the calibration in the range
between these positions.
ERRATIC OIL GAUGE (a) Loose or dirty electrical connections. (a) Clean and tighten all electrical con-
0PERAT10 N* nections and test the gauge operation.
FUEL GAUGE INDI- (a) Faulty instrument panel temperature (a) Test wiring, repair or replace as nec-
CATES CORRECTLY BUT gauge, wiring or faulty temperature essary. Test gauge and sending unit.
TEMPERATURE GAUGE sending unit in engine.
I NDICATES HIG HER
OR LOWER TEMPERA-
TURE THAN ACTUAL
ENGINE TEMPERATURE
ERRATIC TEMPERATURE (a) Loose or dirty electrical connections.(a) Clean and tighten all electrical con-
GAUGE OPERATION nections and test the gauge operation.
ERRATIC OPERATION (a) Loose or dirty electrical connections (a) Test fuel tank sending unit, and pro-
OF FUELGAUGE or faulty fuel tank sending unit. ceed as follows:
(1) Clean and tighten all electrical
connections.
(2) Inspect fuel tank ground strap
and make sure tank is grounded to
* Charger Only body.
0 INSTRUMENT PANELS-ELECTRICAL 8-81

ELECTROLUMINESCENT LIGHTING-CHARGER O N L Y
Condition Possible Cause Corredion
ONE INSTRUMENT (a) Disconnected lead or broken lead to (a) Connect or repair the lead, or replace
FAILS TO GLOW the instrument dial. the instrument if necessary.
INSTRUMENT GLOWS (a) Broken lead to the pointer within the (a) Repair the lead or replace the instru
BUT POINTER FAILS instrument. ment if necessary.
TO GLOW.
ALL INSTRUMENTS (a) Blown fuse. (a) Replace fuse.
FAIL TO GLOW (b) Faulty light switch. (b) Test the operation of the switch using
a test lamp. Install new switch if
necessary.
(c) Faulty power pack. (c) Replace power pack.
(d) One gauge shorted. (d) Test for shorted gauge. Replace as
necessary.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
TESTS IN VEHICLE sending unit on the engine. Connect one test lead of
Tester C-3826 to the terminal and the other test lead
Voltage Limiter to a good ground. Place the pointer of the gauge
The voltage limiter can be tested in the vehicle or tester on the “L” position and turn the ignition switch
with the instrument cluster removed. To quickly test to “on.” The temperature gauge should show “C” plus
the voltage limiter in the vehicle, connect one lead of or minus 1/8 inch. Thermal gauges are slow in opera-
a voltmeter or test light to the temperature sending tion. Allow time for gauge to heat up.
unit and the other lead to a good ground. Leave the Place the pointer on the tester on the “M” position
sending unit lead wire attached to the sending unit. and the temperature gauge should advance to the
Turn the ignition switch to the ”ON” position. A driving range of 1/2 position of the dial. Place the
fluctuating voltmeter or a flashing light indicates the pointer of the tester in the “H” position and the
voltage limiter is operating. gauge should advance to the “H” position of the dial.
Should the gauge respond to the above tests, but
Fuel Gauge not operate when the terminal is attached to the send-
(1) Disconnect wire at fuel tank sending unit. Con- ing unit, indications are of a defective sending unit
nect one lead of Tester C-3826 to wire terminal and and it should be replaced. Should the gauge fail to
the other lead to a good ground. Turn ignition switch respond to the above tests, indications are of possible
on. loose connections, broken wire, or defective gauge.
(2) Turn knob on dial of tester to “H” and observe The instrument cluster should be removed for further
gauge on panel. It should read “Full,” plus or minus inspection. See “Instrument Cluster Removal.”
3/32”.
(3) With dial knob on “M,”panel gauge should Oil Pressure Warning Light
read 1/2. To test the oil pressure warning light, remove the
(4) With dial knob on “L,” panel gauge should read terminal from the oil pressure sending unit. Connect
“Empty,” plus or minus 3/32”.
If the panel gauge does not perform as described,
continuity of the circuit from the tank sending unit to
the panel unit should be tested, with special attention
to the printed circuit board. If continuity has been
established, the gauge should be replaced.
Should the panel unit perform properly, and the
ground strap at the tank suction tube is properly in-
stalled (Fig. 6), the tank unit should be removed for
testing. See “Tests Out Of The Vehicle.”

Temperature Gauge
Disconnect the terminal from the temperature Fig. 6-Fuel Tank Ground Strap
8-82 ELECTRICAL-INSTRUMENT PANELS 0

one lead of the gauge tester to the terminal and the not operate when the wire is attached to the sending
other test lead to a good ground. unit, it should be replaced. Should the gauge fail to
With the ignition switch in the “on” position and respond to the above tests, indications are of possible
the gauge tester in the “L” position, the indicator loose connections, broken wire, or faulty gauge. The
light should not light. With the gauge tester in the instrument cluster should be removed for further
“M’ position, the indicator light should show a dull tests. See “Instrument Cluster.”
glow. With the gauge tester in the “H” position, the
indicator light should show full brilliance. LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
Should the oil pressure warning light fail to re- Light bulbs in all instrument clusters except the
spond to the above tests, indications are of possible Charger model are contained in plug-in sockets in the
loose connections, broken wire, or a burned out bulb. printed circuit boards. To remove the socket, turn
1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull out. After removal
Oil Gauge-Charger Only of socket, the bulb is pulled straight out of socket.
Disconnect wire from the oil pressure sending unit
on the engine. Connect one test lead of Tester Tool For replacement bulb number, see the bulb chart in
C-3826 to the removed wire terminal the other test “Specifications”.
lead to a good ground. Place the pointer of the gauge Coronet Models
tester on the “L” position and turn the ignition switch The bulbs are all accessable from under the in-
to “on.” Do not start engine. The oil pressure gauge strument panel (Fig. 7). As an aid in reaching the
should show “L” plus or minus 1/8 inch. Thermal right turn signal or oil pressure light bulb, first loos-
gauges are slow in operation. Allow time for gauge to en the wire harness from the retaining clip and
heat up. straddle the harness with the thumb and forefinger.
Place the pointer on the tester on the “M” position On air conditioning equipped models, it will be
and the oil pressure gauge should advance to the 1/2 necessary to disconnect the left spot cooler hose at
position of the dial. Place the pointer of the tester in the brake support bracket coupling.
the “H” position and the gauge should advance to the
“H” position of the dial. Charger Model
Should the gauge respond to the above tests, but Only four light bulbs are used in the Charger clus-
HEATER OR A/C CONTROL
MOUNTING E W S
TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS
CLUSTER ILLU\MINATION (4) \
CLUSTER MOUNTING SCREWS (7)
HOUSING-TO-BEZEL
SCREWS (Rl

Fig. 7-Instrument Panel (Rear Vfew)-Coronet Models


0 INSTRUMENT PANELS-ELECTRICAL 8-83
ter. They are the two turn signal indicator bulbs, the pedal is applied. To test the system turn the ignition
high beam indicator and the rotating headlight indi- key “ON’, and apply the parking brake. If the light
cator bulbs. All bulbs are contained in plug in sockets fails to light, inspect for a burned out bulb, discon-
wired directly to the wire harness and are accessible nected socket, a broken or disconnected wire at the
from under the instrument panel (Fig. 8). switch.
To test the service brake warning system, raise the
Dart Models car on a hoist and open a wheel cylinder bleeder
The Alternator, Oil Pressure Indicator, Right while a helper depresses the brake pedal and observes
Turn Indicator and Right Hand Speedometer light the warning light. If the light fails to light, inspect
bulbs can be replaced by reaching up under the in- for a burned out bulb, disconnected socket, a broken
strument panel from around the right side of the or disconnected wire at the switch. If the bulb is not
steering column. The High Beam Indicator is reached burned out and the wire continuity is proven, replace
from the same position after the windshield wiper the brake warning switch in the brake line Tee fitting
link has been moved out of the way. Turn the ig- mounted on the frame rail in the engine compartment
nition key and the wiper switch ON to move the wiper below the master cylinder.
arm. Turn Ignition Key OFF when arm is straight
UP. If more working area behind the cluster is de-
sired, remove the six cluster mounting screws and ELECTROLUMINESCENT SYSTEM TESTING
rock the cluster partially out of the panel.
The Left Hand Speedometer, Left Turn Indicator, If just one gauge in the instrument cluster, or if
Fuel Gauge and Temperature Gauge light bulbs are just the radio dial fails to light, the particular unit
reached from under the instrument panel from the is faulty and should be replaced only after it is
left side of the steering column after removing the determined that the failure is not caused by a dis-
I

turn signal flasher and bracket from the back of the connected wire terminal.
panel. As an aid in reaching the Left Hand Speedom- A short circuit in any one of the 1gauges in the in-
eter light bulb, remove the voltage limiter from the strument cluster or radio dial will cause all panel
printed circuit board. lighting to fail. Should this occur, ins;pect for a blown
fuse in the fuse block first. If the fu;se is blown, turn
BRAKE SYSTEIUl WARNING LIGHT the headlight switch “OFF” and replace the fuse.
Disconnect the power pack connectc)r and touch one
The brake warning light flashes only when the park- lead of a 12 volt test light to the orange wire from
ing brake is applied with the ignition key turned the fuse block terminal and the othc:r lead to a good
“ON.” The same light will also illuminate should one body ground. Turning the headlight switch “ON”
of the two service brake systems fail when the brake should illuminate the test light. If test light does

RIGHT TURN INDICATOR ROTATING HEADLIGHT LEFT TURN INDICATOR

I
INDICATOR
TEMPERATURE GAUGE TACHOMETER I SPEEDOMETER ALTERNATOR GAUGE

OIL GAUGE I
NN908 GROUND STRAP
*”.\ PANEL LIGHTING WIRE

Fig. 8-/nstrument Cluster (Rear Vkw)-Charger


I HEADLIGHT SWITCH
ACCESSORY SWITCH

NP311

Fig. 9-Instrument Panel (Rear View)-Dart Models

not light, inspect orange wire for a possible break base of the power pack to the negative post of the
or loose terminal. test battery. Connect a third jumper wire between
CAUTION: Always turn the headlight switch “OFF” the base of the power pack and the cluster housing
before handling any circuit on the output side of the to ground the system. The fourth jumper wire is
power pack to avoid a severe electrical shock. clipped to the orange lead from the power pack. Do
After the continuity of the orange wire to the not connect free end to positive post of test battery
power pack is established, connect a power pack, at this time.
known to be good, to the instrument panel male con- CAUTION: Do not attempt to disconnect the white
nector (white and orange wires) and ground the base wires from the gauges with the battery connected to
of the pack with a jumper wire to a good body ground. the cluster.
If the lights illuminate when the headlight switch is Remove the wire of one gauge and touch the end of
turned “ON”, replace the power pack. the fourth jumper wire to the positive post of the
If lights fail to light, leave the test pack connected test battery. If the remaining gauges light, the dis-
and perform the following test: To determine if one connected gauge is faulty and should be replaced. If
unit of the system is shorted out, disconnect the white the remaining gauges still fail to light, repeat the
cluster wire connector behind the instrument panel. above test on each of the gauges till the shorted
(Fig. 8). If the radio dial lights when the headlight gauge is located.
switch is turned “ON”, one of the gauges in the clus- It is possible that more than one gauge is shorted
ter is faulty. out. After replacing the faulty gauge, the above test
To determine which gauge is faulty, it will be should be repeated before reinstalling the instrument
necessary to remove the cluster from the car. See cluster in the vehicle.
“Instrument Cluster Removal”. Place cluster on a
padded work bench and separate the cluster from INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS
the housing.
Using a 12 volt test battery and four jumper wires Removal-Coronet and Charger Models
connect one jumper from the white wire terminal (1) Disconnect battery ground cable.
of the cluster to the white wire terminal of the test (2) Tape steering column to keep from damaging
power pack. Connect another jumper wire from the finish when removing instrument cluster.
n INSTRUMENT PANELS-ELECTRICAL 8-85
(3) Remove heater control knobs by loosening set (4) Install radio mounting nuts and control knobs,
screws in undersides of knobs. if so equipped.
(4) Remove radio control knobs and two mounting (5) Install three heater control knobs and tighten
nuts, if so equipped. set screws.
(5) Open glove box door and leave in open position. (6) From under panel, connect speedometer cable
(6) From under instrument panel, disconnect and printed circuit board multiple connector (index-
speedometer cable. Remove wire harness from two ing key facing upward).
retainer clips at steering column bracket. (7) Remove tape from steering column and close
(7) Remove eight cross recessed screws on Coronet glove box door.
models (seven screws on Charger cluster) from upper (8) Connect battery ground cable and test opera-
and lower lips of cluster bezel (Fig. 10). tion of all the instruments.
(8) Carefully pull cluster out and to the right, far
enough to reach around left end of the cluster and Removal-Dart Models
disconnect printed circuit board multiple connector. (1) Disconnect battery ground cable.
(9) Remove two ammeter wires from terminals and (2) Apply tape to top of steering column and
clock light if so equipped (Coronet models). On switches to prevent damage of painted surface of
Charger cluster, remove the wires from each gauge column and instrument cluster bezel.
including the tachometer. Disconnect panel lighting (3) From under instrument panel, disconnect
(white) wire (Fig. 8). speedometer cable and left printed circuit board
(10) Roll top of the cluster down while working it multiple connector.
to the right over open glove box door. Remove cluster (4) Remove floor covering and remove steering
to work bench for servicing. column lower support plate and upper steering col-
umn clamp. Lower column out of way.
lnstallation (5) Remove four screws from underside of upper
(1) Work instrument cluster into position from lip and two screws from lower lip of cluster.
right to left over open glove box door. (6) Reaching up under instrument panel, remove
(2) Connect two ammeter wires to terminals noting main wire harness from clip on back of cluster hous-
color code stamped on back and clock light if so ing just above speedometer head drive. Hold wire
equipped (Coronet models). Connect all wires to harness away from speedometer drive while rolling
individual gauges of Charger cluster. See Wiring Dia- cluster out of panel (top edge first).
grams for proper connections. Connect panel light- (7) With cluster face down in panel opening, dis-
ing (white) wire. connect ammeter leads and right printed circuit
(3) Roll top edge of cluster into opening and install board multiple connector. Remove cluster to padded
retaining screws into upper and lower lips of cluster work bench for service.
bezel.
It will be necessary to reach under the instrument
lnstallation
panel and raise up on radio (if so equipped) to locate (1) Position cluster in front of panel opening,
push buttons and controls in their respective open- connect right printed circuit multiple connector and
ings. ammeter leads.
(2) Reaching up under instrument panel, hold
main wire harness towards front of vehicle while
rolling cluster into panel opening. Holding cluster into
place, install wire harness in retainer clip above
speedometer drive.
(3) Install four screws in underside of upper lip of
L cluster and two screws in lower lip of cluster.
MOUNTING SCREW (2) (4) Reaching up under panel, connect left printed
circuit board multiple connector and speedometer
cable.
CLUSTER ASSEMBLY
I (5) Raise steering column into position and install
upper column clamp and retaining nuts finger tight.
MOUNTING SCREW (4) 4 SCREW (1 1
Install steering column lower support plate with
NN915A three retaining bolts. Tighten column upper clamp
Fig. IO-Instrument Cluster Removal nuts securely, remove protective tape from column
(Charger Shown) and switches and reposition floor covering.
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(6) Connect battery ground cable and test opera- bench, remove all light bulb sockets and voltage
tion of all instruments. limiter.
(2) Remove eight screws retaining cluster bezel to
INSTRUMENTS cluster housing and carefully separate.
(3) Remove fuel and temperature gauge stud nuts
Replacement-All Models and remove gauges from housing.
(1) Remove instrument cluster. See “Instrument (4) Remove printed circuit board retaining screws
Cluster Removal”. and lift board off from housing.
(2) With cluster face down on padded work bench, (5) Place new printed circuit board on housing and
remove eight screws retaining cluster bezel to cluster secure with retaining screws.
housing. (6) Position temperature and fuel gauge studs
(3) Carefully separate housing from bezel. through printed circuit board from housing side and
(4) Remove two mounting stud nuts of the particu- install retaining nuts. Do not overtighten.
lar gauge to be removed and remove gauge from front (7)Transfer light bulb sockets and voltage limiter
of housing. The fuel gauge in the Charger cluster to new printed circuit board.
is retained by three nuts (Fig. 8). (8) Carefullv Dosition housing on bezel and install
v

When removing any instrument in the Charger


“ A

eight retaining screws.


cluster, always disconnect the dial light wire.
(5) Position new or repaired gauge studs through TAC:NOMETER
back of housing and install two nuts. Do not over-
tighten.
(6) Carefully position housing on bezel and install . .
Repdacement-Charger . Only
. .
(1) ftemove instrument cluster. ~ e e“Instrument
I - I

eight retaining screws. Cluster Removal”.


(7)Install instrument cluster. See “Instrument (2) With cluster face down on a padded work bench,
Cluster Installation”. remove eight screws retaining cluster bezel to cluster
housing.
S PEED0M ETER (3) Carefully separate housing from bezel and dis-
connect electroluminescent wire from dial.
Replacement-All Models (4) Remove four tachometer housing screws and
(1) Remove instrument cluster. See “Instrument remove through front of cluster housing.
Cluster Removal”. (5)Install new or repaired tachometer through
(2) With cluster face down on padded work bench, front of cluster housing.
remove eight screws retaining cluster bezel to cluster (6) Install four mounting screws and connect elec-
housing. troluminescent wire to dial terminal.
(3) Carefully separate housing from bezel. Loosen (7)Position bezel on housing and install eight
two fuel gauge mounting nuts. retaining screws.
(4) Remove two speedometer mounting screws and (8) Install instrument cluster. See “Instrument
rubber washers from back of cluster housing (Figs. Cluster Installation”.
7 and 8).
(5) Carefully lift speedometer head out of housing. TESTS OUT OF VEHICLE
(6)Position new or repaired speedometer head
in housing, aligning screw holes with holes in speed- Printed Circuit Board
ometer head. A visual inspection of the conductors should be
(7) Install two rubber washers and retaining screws made for cracks or damaged circuits. If no visual
in back of housing and tighten. Tighten two fuel damage is evident, each circuit should be tested for
gauge mounting nuts. continuity with an ohmmeter or a test light. Should
(8) Carefully position housing on bezel and in- an open circuit be detected, the printed circuit board
stall eight retaining screws. should be replaced.
(9) Install instrument cluster. See “Instrument
Cluster Installation”. instruments
(1) Connect a jumper wire to voltage limiter input
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS terminal. Connect other end of the jumper wire to
positive post (+) of a 12 volt test battery.
Replacement-All Models Except Charger (2) Connect a jumper wire from negative (-) post
(1) With the cluster face down on a padded work of battery to instrument cluster base (ground).
0 INSTR UMENT PAN ELS-E LECTRICAL 8-87
(3) Connect one lead from Tester C-3826 to gauge
sending terminal being tested.
(4) Connect remaining tester lead to instrument
cluster base (ground).
When the gauge tester is in “L” position, the gauge
being tested should read on the low side of dial.
With gauge tester on “M”,the gauge should read in
the center of the dial scale and on the high end of
the dial when pointer of tester is placed on “H”.
If gauges do not perform as stated, inspect for an
open printed circuit before replacing gauge.
Caution: A direct connection from a 12 volt battery
will damage the gauges or printed circuit boards.

Fuel Tank Sending Unit


Before removing any unit of the fuel level indicat-
ing system, the panel fuel gauge should be tested
first. See “Tests in Vehicle”. If the panel gauge per-
forms properly make sure the fuel tank ground strap 63x638A
on the fuel line at the tank is making a good ground. Fig. 1 1-Fuse Block
(Fig. 6). Should the gauge perform properly and the of circuit breakers.
ground strap be properly installed, remove the fuel
tank sending unit as outlined in “Fuel System”, Group SWITCH REPLACEMENT
14 and test as follows:
(1) Using an ohmmeter with a 0 to 100 ohm scale, Headlight Switch-All Models
connect one lead to body of sending unit and the The headlight switch is serviced from under the
other lead to terminal in center of unit. instrument panel after removing the fuse block
(2) Hold unit so float arm contacts “Empty Stop.” mounting screw. Move the fuse block out of the way.
The reading on ohmmeter scale should be 73 ohms, If air conditioning equipped, remove the left spot
plus or minus 12.0 ohms. cooler hose from the outlet.
(3) Raise arm to “Full Stop.” The reading should Remove the knob by depressing the release button
now be 9.6 ohms, plus or minus 1ohm. on the switch and pull the knob out. After removing
If the unit does not perform to these specifications, the bezel with Tool (2-3824, lower the switch and dis-
inspect the stops or arm for possible distortion. If the connect the multiple connector.
stops or arm cannot be repaired or are not damaged,
the unit should be replaced. Wiper Switch-All Models
The wiper switch is serviced in the same manner as
FUSE BLOCK (Fig. 11) the headlight switch except that the knob is retained
on the switch by a set screw.
The fuse block is located at the lower edge of the
instrument panel and is retained to the instrument lgnitton Switch-All Models
panel lower reinforcement by a self tapping screw. To service the ignition switch, remove the bezel
In the fuse block are mounted radio, cigar lighter, with Tool C-3824. On Coronet models, loosen the har-
air-conditioner or heater, tail-stopdome light, and ac- ness from the retaining clip before lowering the
cessory fuses. The fuse capacity is printed on the fuse switch and disconnecting the multiple connector.
block as an aid to replacement requirements.
Accessory Switches-(Convertible Top
CIRCUIT BREAKERS and Tail Gate Glass)
The convertible top or tail gate switch is serviced
As a safety precaution, circuit breakers are used from under the instrument panel on all models. To
for the headlights and wiper circuits. They ensure replace the toggle type switch on Dart models, remove
that these essential services will continue to function the bezel nut with Tool (2-3824. Remove spacer and
if an intermittent short circuit occurs. Use only iden- push switch into panel. Lower switch behind panel
tical type and value circuit breakers as replacements f a r enough to disconnect multiple connector before
during service. See “Specifications” for the location removing switch. Install new switch in panel after
8-88 ELECTR ICA L-W I NDSHI ELD W IPERS 0

connecting multiple connector under panel. Index Group 1.


spacer on switch and install bezel nut with Tool C- (2) Install the control assembly on the instrument
3824. panel flange with the two mounting screws.
(3) Install the instrument cluster. See “Instrument
Emergency Flasher Switch-All Models Cluster Installation.”
To service the emergency flasher switch remove
the bezel nut with Tool C-3824 and push switch into Removal-Dart Models
panel. Lower switch behind panel far enough to dis- (1) Disconnect battery ground cable.
connect multiple connector from switch terminals. (2)Remove radio. See “Radio Removal”, Acces-
Connect multiple connector to replacement switch sories Group 1.
from under panel and insert toggle end of switch (3) Loosen set screw(s) in bottom of control lever
through opening in panel. Install bezel nut with Tool knob@)and remove.
C-3824. (4) From behind instrument panel, remove 2 con-
trol assembly retaining nuts (Fig. 9).
HEATER OR AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS (5) Lower assembly below instrument panel and
disconnect blower switch wires, control cables or vac-
Removal-Coronet and Charger Models uum connector if air conditioning equipped.
(1)Remove the instrument cluster. See “Instru- The blower switch is attached to the control a t
ment Cluster Removal.” sembly with one metal screw.
(2)Remove the two control mounting screws from
the upper instrument panel flange. lnstallation
(3) Pull the control assembly through the instru- (1) From a position below instrument panel, con-
ment cluster opening, disconnect the control cables nect and adjust control cables, blower switch wires
(or the vacuum connector if air conditioning or the vacuum connector if air conditioning equipped.
equipped) and the blower switch multiple connector See “Control Cable Adjustments”, Accessories, Group
and remove the assembly. 1.
(2) Position control assembly on mounting studs
/nstallation and install two retaining nuts.
(1) Position the control assembly in the instru- (3) Install control lever knob@).
ment panel opening, connect the control cables and (4) Install radio. See “Radio Installation”, Acces-
the blower switch multiple connector (or the vacuum sories, Group 1.
connector if air conditioning equipped). Adjust the (5) Connect battery ground cable and test operation
control cables. See “Control Cable Adjustment,” of controls.

WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM

Page Page
End Play Adjustment .......................... 90 Motor Park Switch Timing ..................... 91
General Information ........................... Panel Switch Tests ............................ 90
Links ........................................ Pivot Replacement ............................
88
92 93
Lubrication ................................... 90 Service Diagnosis ............................. 89
Motor Installation ............................. 91 Wiper Arm Adjustment ........................ 89
Motor Removal ................................ 91
GENERAL INFORMATION
The windshield wipers can be operated with the built into the wiper switch. Two speed motors are con-
windshield wiper switch only when the ignition switch trolled by a resistor in the field circuit of the wiper
is in the Accessory or Ignition position. A circuit switch. A depressed parking feature in the variable
breaker, integral with the wiper switch protects the speed system is accomplished by reversing the direc-
circuitry of the wiper system and the vehicle. All tion of the wiper motor and the use of an eccentric
models are equipped with a two speed wiper system motor shaft. When the wiper switch is turned “OFF”,
as standard equipment. A variable speed wiper system the motor direction is reversed, the motor inner
is offered as optional equipment. shaft stops and the outer shaft rotates 180 degrees
Variable speed motors are controlled by a rheostat lengthening the linkage slightly to park the blades in
0 WINDSHIELD WIPERS-ELECTRICAL 8-89
the depressed position. The linkage shortens again cycle and return to the park position when the switch
when the motor i s turned on. i s turned off.
The two speed wiper system will complete the wipe

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
WIPER FAILS TO (a) Binding Linkage. (a) Relieve binding condition.
OPERATE (b) Faulty instrument panel switch. (b) Test Switch. See “Wiper Switch” (In-
strument Panel).
(c) Linkage disconnected. (c) Repair as necessary.
(d) Faulty motor. (d) Test motor. See “Wiper Motor Bench
Testing.”
(e) Open or grounded wiring. (e) Test wiring for continuity. Repair as
necessary.
WIPER BLADES NOT (a) Arm set at incorrect position. (a) Adjust arm. See “Wiper Arm Adjust-
PARKING PROPERLY ment.”
(b) Motor park switch timing incorrect. (b) Adjust park switch. See “Wiper Motor
(2 speed only) Park Switch Timing.”
BLADES SLAP AGAINST (a) Improperly adjusted wiper arm. (a) See “Wiper Arm Adjustment.”
WINDSHIELD (b) Looseness of the motor crank or (b) Replace the part.
MOULDINGS other drive parts.
BLADES CHAlTER (a) Twisted arm holds blade at wrong (a) Replace wiper arm. Do not attempt to
angle to glass. straighten bent or twisted arm.
(b) Bent or damaged blades. (b) Replace blades.
(c) Foreign substances such as body pol- (c) Clean the glass.
ish on glass.
MOTOR WILL NOT (a) Motor park switch failure in the (a) Repair or replace motor park switch.
STOP WHEN INSTRU- “c Iosed” position. (2 speed only)
MENT PANEL SWITCH Replace motor assembly
IS TURNED “OFF” (Variable speed only).
MOTOR STOPS IN ANY (a) Motor ’ park switch failure in the (a) Repair or replace motor park switch.
POSITION WHEN IN- open position. (2 speed only)
STRUMENT PANEL Replace motor assembly
SWITCH IS TURNED (Variable Speed Only)
“0 FF” (b) Open parking circuit. (b) Test continuity of blue wiring circuit
and correct as necessary.
(c) Open field circuit. (c) Test continuity of red or green wiring
circuit and correct as necessary.
NO SPEED CONTROL (a) Open circuit in red or green wiring (a) Test continuity and correct as neces-
(VARIABLE SPEED) (Variable Speed only) sa ry.
Red wire (2 speed only).
(b) Defective control switch. (b) Replace switch.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
W IPE R A R M AD J USTME NT-VAR IAB LE moulding should be as follows:
SPEED Models Clearance in Inches Between l i p of
Blade and Windshield Moulding
To determine if an adjustment is required, apply a Right left
Dart ................... 1/2-2-1/2 1 / 4 - 2
constant upward force of 50 ounces parallel to the
windshield glass at the end of the wiper arm (where Coronet and Charger . . ..
1/2 2-1/2- -
1/4 2 4 4
the blade is attached to the arm). With the force ap- If the clearance i s not in the specified range, use
plied, pull the wiper blade away from the windshield Tool C-3982and reposition the wiper arm and blade
glass once or twice to prevent glass friction from assembly (Fig.1).
affecting upward movement of the wiper arm and
blade. With the force applied, the clearance between Two Speed
the tip of the wiper blade and the windshield lower To determine if an adjustment is required apply a
8-90 E L E C T R I C A L W IN DSH IELD WIPERS A

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I
I

Fig. I-Removing Wiper Arm and Blade Assembly Fig. 2-End Play Adjustment
constant downward force of 25 ounces, parallel to the PANEL SWITCH TESTS
windshield glass, at the end of the wiper arm (where
the wiper blade is attached to the arm). With the 25 Two Speed
ounce force applied pull the wiper blade away from The switch contains a resistor which provides a
the windshield glass once or twice to prevent glass means of controlling the amount of current which
friction from affecting downward movement of the flows to the motor. A circuit breaker, built into the
wiper arm and blade. With this force applied the switch, protects the circuitry.
clearance between the tip of the wiper blade and the To test the switch, disconnect the wiring to the
windshield moulding should be as follows: switch and remove the switch from the instrument
panel. For removal and installation of the wiper
Models Clearance in Inches Between l i p of switch, see “Instrument Panels”.
Blade and Windshield Moulding
Right left Using a continuity tester or an ohmmeter, test for
Dart .................... 1/2-2-1/4 1/4-2 continuity (no resistance) between the contact ter-
. .
Coronet and Charger , . . 1- 3 114 - 2-1/4 minals of the switch as shown in the following chart.
If the clearance is not in the specified range use For test purposes, the “Park” position is the “Off”
Tool C-3982 and reposition the wiper arm and blade position. The “Low” position is the first detent past
assembly (Fig. 1). the “Off” position. The “High” position is the third
CAUTION: The u w of a screwdriver or other prying detent of the switch. In the test chart the reference
tool to remove an arm may distort it in a manner that “Ground” means to attach one lead of the continuity
will allow it to come off the pivot shaft in the future, tester or ohmmeter to the case of the switch. The
regardless of how carefully it i s reinstalled. NEVER bench test of the switch does not require the use of
under any circumstances push or bend the spring a 12 volt battery.
clip in the base of the arm in an attempt to release
the arm. This clip is self-releasing. TWO-SPEED SWITCH
CONTINUITY CHART
END PLAY ADJUSTMENT Off low High
B to B/U B to B/U B to B/U
To adjust the armature shaft end play, turn the B/U to P B/U to A B/U to A
adjustment screw in until it bottoms and back-off 1/8 A to F A to F A through the
resistor to F
turn (Fig. 2). This adjustment can be made without P-open
removing the wiper motor from the vehicle.
Variable Speed
LUBRlCATlON The variable speed switch contains a rheostat to
provide a means of controlling the current flow to
The wiper linkage should be lubricated with Auto- the motor. The switch is designed to provide a circuit
motive Multi-Purpose Lubricant NLGI 2 only if to the motor to reverse the current to the field wind-
serivce of parts is necessary. The motor and gear box ing which reverses the direction of the armature. A
assembly is lubricated at the factory and are not to circuit breaker, built into the switch, protects the
be serviced. circuitry.
n WINDSHIELD WIPERS-ELECTRICAL 8-91
To test the switch, disconnect the wiring to the (1)Before positioning motor on three mounting
switch and remove the switch from the instrument studs, note the positiog of flats on motor shaft.
panel. For removal and installation of the wiper Install the motor and be sure the ground strap is
switch, see “Instrument Panels”. installed on the left mounting stud. Install the motor
Using a continuity tester or an ohmmeter, test for mounting nuts.
continuity (no resistance) between the contact termi- (2)From under the instrument panel, index the
nals of the switch as shown in the following chart. For flats of the crank arm with flats on motor shaft.
test purposes the “Park” position is the switch “Off” Fully seat the arm on the shaft and install the crank
position. The “Low” speed is the position immediately arm mounting nut.
past the “Off” detent and the High position is at the (3) Connect the wiper motor wiring harness at
extreme position of the switch travel. bulkhead multiple connector.
(4) Connect the battery ground cable and test the
operation of windshield wiper system.
VARIABLE SPEED
SWITCH CONTINUITY CHART Removal-All models With Air Conditioning
(1) Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Off low High (2) Disconnect the wiper motor wiring harness at
B to B/U. B to B/U. B to B/U. the bulkhead multiple connector.
B / U to P. B/U to A. B/U to A.
A to F2. A to F1. *A through the (3) Remove the three wiper motor mounting nuts.
rheostat to F1. (4) On Coronet and Charger models only, remove
F1 to Ground. F2 to Ground. F2 to Ground. instrument cluster to provide access to left pivot.
P-open. See “Instrument Cluster Removal, Instrument
* A s the switch knob is rotated the resistance shown Panels”.
on the ohmmeter should vary from a high reading to (5) Remove drive link retaining clip from left
a low reading in a smooth rate of change. pivot arm. Remove the felt washer and drive link
from the pivot arm pin (Fig. 3).
MOTOR PARK SWITCH TIMING (6) Work the motor off the mounting studs far
enough to gain access to the crank arm mounting nut.
Two Speed CAUTION: Do not force or pry the motor from the
The timing of wiper motor park switch must be: mounting studs as the drive link can be easily dis-
(a) Late enough that wiper arms come to rest at torted.
extreme lower limit of travel on dry glass. (7) Using a 1/2 inch open end wrench, remove the
(b) Early enough that wiper arms do not raise ap- motor crank arm nut. Carefully pry the arm off the
preciably beyond lower limit of travel on fully wet shaft and remove the motor.
glass.
Adjust timing of park switch on wiper motor to lnstallat ion
provide “shut offy at lowest point of wiper blade Before installing motor, be sure all three spacers
travel under both wet and dry glass conditions. are inserted in mounting holes of motor rubber gas-
ket.
(1)Index the flats on motor shaft to mate with the
flats on the crank arm when crank arm is pointed
Removal-All Models Without Air downward.
Conditioning (2)With a helper holding the motor in position at
(1) Disconnect the battery ground cable. the mounting studs, place the crank arm on the shaft
(2) Disconnect the wiper motor wiring harness at and just start the crank arm nut on threads of motor
the bulkhead multiple connector. shaft.
(3) From under the instrument panel, remove the (3) Carefully index the crank arm with the motor
crank arm nut and crank arm from motor shaft. shaft and then tighten the crank arm nut on the shaft.
(4) Remove the motor mounting nuts and work (4) Carefully position the motor on the lower right
the motor off of studs. mounting stud then rotate the motor upward till the
holes are aligned with the other two mounting studs.
lnstallat ion Be sure the ground strap i s positioned on the left
Before installing motor, be sure all three spacers wiper motor mounting stud.
are inserted in mounting holes of motor rubber gas- (5) Install and tighten the three wiper motor
ket. mounting nuts.
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&-RIGHT PIVOT ASSEMBLY

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LEFT PIVOT ASSEMBLY
Mo
lToR ( P T K POSITION SHOWN)
DRIVE CRANK AND LINK
ASSEMBLY

CONNEC~ING
LINK

4
FRONT MOTOR
RIVE LINK
/
BUSHING
e O T O R CONNECTION
DRIVE LINK
DRIVE CRANK AND PIN BULKHEAD CONNECTION
ASSEMBLY
NN96A

Fig. 3-Wiper Systom-All Models

(6) Connect the wiper motor wiring harness at the nal. The motor should run in reverse and stop at park
bulkhead multiple connector. position.
(7) With a helper manipulating the wiper arm and CAUTION: Motor can be damaged if not wired cor-
blade assembly, reach through the instrument cluster rectly.
opening, install the drive link, felt washer and re-
tainer clip on left pivot arm pin (Fig. 4). LINKS
(8) Install the instrument cluster as outlined in
“Instrument Panels” (Coronet and Charger models Removal-All Models
only). (1) Disconnect battery ground cable.
(9) Connect the battery ground cable and test the (2) If air conditioning equipped, remove instru-
operation of the windshield wiper system. ment cluster on Coronet and Charger models only.
See “Instrument Panels.” Reaching through instru-
MOTOR BENCH TESTING ment cluster opening, remove left link retainers and
felt washers and lift links from pivot arm pins (Fig.
Two Speed 4). Remove three motor mounting nuts, pull motor
(1) Connect a jumper wire between battery ground away from bulkhead and remove motor crank arm re-
terminal and wiper motor ground strap. Connect taining nut. After crank arm is removed from motor
another jumper wire between wiper motor black and shaft, remove drive link assembly through instru-
red wires and battery positive terminal. The wiper ment cluster opening.
motor should run continuously in wipe direction. In heater equipped models, remove motor drive
crank arm retaining nut and pry crank arm off of
Variable Speed motor shaft. Remove drive link retainer from left
(1) Connect a jumper wire between wiper motor pivot crank arm pin and withdraw assembly from
green wire and wiper motor ground strap. Connect under panel (Fig. 4). Remove motor drive crank arm
another jumper wire between battery negative termi- from drive link after removal of assembly from ve-
nal and wiper motor ground strap. Connect another hicle (Fig. 3).
jumper wire between wiper motor red and brown (3) To remove connecting link from right pivot,
wires and battery positive terminal. The wiper motor remove glove box. Reaching through glove box open-
should run continuously in wipe direction. ing, remove retainer, felt washer, lift link off of
(2) Connect a jumper wire between wiper motor pivot crank arm pin and withdraw from under left
blue wire and battery positive terminal. Connect green side of panel (Fig. 4).
to brown wire. Connect another jumper between
wiper motor red wire and ground strap. Connect a /notallation
jumper from ground strap to battery negative termi- Before installation lubricate all pins and bushings
0 WINDSHIELD WASH ERS-ELECTRICAL 8-93
with Automotive Multi-Purpose Lubricant NLGI 2.
(1)Install bushing on motor crank arm pin, posi- WIPER ARM-;
tion drive link on bushing so large side of pivot bush-
ing faces away from drive crank arm. Large side of
pivot bushing will be on same side of link as crank
arm retainer.
(2) Install spring washer, convex side towards
link and install retainer (Fig.3). SEALING WASHER ’
If retainer was distorted in removal, it should LEFT PIVOT
be replaced. CRANK ARM
(3)In heater equipped vehicles, insert drive link
D C T A IklCD

assembly under left side of instument panel, position DRIVE


RETAINING N
LINK
crank arm on motor shaft indexing flats on motor
shaft with flats of crank arm and install crank arm
retaining nut.
, In Coronet and Charger models only with air con-
ditioning, install drive link through instrument clus-
ter opening. Install motor crank arm on motor shaft FELT WASHERS (4)
from engine compartment side of bulkhead. Posi-
tion motor on studs and secure with three mounting Fig. 4-Pivot Arm and Link Assemblies-All Models
nuts. Install drive link, felt washer and retaining clip taining nuts from pivot mounting studs and lower
on left pivot crank arm (Fig. 4). pivot far enough to remove connecting link (and
(4) Insert connecting link into place with “R” drive link on left pivot only) from pivot crank arm
(right side) and “L” (left side) stamped in link facing pin (Fig. 4).
instrument panel side. If air conditioning equipped, it is necessary to re-
(5) Position felt washers on crank arm pins, in- move glove box for access to right connecting link and
stall connecting link and felt washers and secure pivot retaining nuts.
with retainers (Fig. 4). (4) Install a new gasket and pivot.
(5) Tighten retaining stud nuts.
PIVOT REPLACEMENT- (6) Install felt washer and lubricate pin with Auto-
motive Multi-Purpose Lubricant, NLGI 2.
All Models (7) Connect link to pivot crank pin and install felt
(1) Using Tool C-3982,remove wiper arm assembly washer and retainer (Fig. 4).
(Fig. 1). (8)Using Tool C-3982,install and adjust wiper arm
(2) Lower fuse block for access to left pivot. assembly.
(3) From under instrument panel, remove two re- (9) Install fuse block or glove box as necessary.

WINDSHlELD WASHERS
GENERAL IN FORMATION
The windshield washers are operated by an electric sealed motor is coupled to a rotor type pump. Fluid,
motor driven pump mounted on the bottom of a plas- gravity fed from the reservoir, is forced by the pump
tic reservoir (F’ig. 1).The motor and pump assembly through rubber hoses to the nozzles which direct the
is operated by depressing the windshield wiper knob, streams to the windshield.
The pump and reservoir assembly is mounted in The pump and reservoir are serviced as separate
the engine compartment. A permanently lubricated assemblies.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Cordon
INTERMITTENT (a) Loose wiring connections. (a) Repair as necessary.
OPERATION OF (b) Faulty switch. (b) Replace switch.
SYSTEM (c) Faulty motor. (c) Replace motor and pump assembly.
PUMP INOPERATIVE (a) Nozzle jets plugged. (a) Clean nozzle jets.
MOTOR RUNS (b) Broken or loose hose. (b) Replace hose.
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Condition Possible Cause Codon


(c) Faulty pump. (c) Replace motor and pump assembly.
(d) Nozzle jet under air intake grille. (d) Adjust nozzles.
PUMP ASSEMBLY (a) Poor ground. (a) Clean ground wire terminal and tight-
INOPERATIVE en mounting screw.
(b) Loose wiring terminals. (b) Tighten terminals.
(c) Corroded terminals. (c) Clean and tighten terminals.
(d) Broken wires. (d) Repair or replace the wires.
(e) Faulty switch. (e) Replace switch assembly.
(f) Faulty motor. (f) Replace motor and pump assembly.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
Nozzle Adjustment
To compensate for lateral adjustment, loosen the
mounting screws and move the nozzle and bracket
assembly until the nozzle is centered between the 7% INCHES
.
CENTER LINE OF
WINDSHIELD
3 INCH
TARGET
AREA
grille louvers. Vertical nozzle adjustment is made UPPER SPRAY
by bending the tab of the nozzle mounting bracket
up or down.
Adjust the nozzles so that the centers of the
streams contact the windshield glass as shown in
Figures 2 and 3. The oval pattern formed by the
stream striking the windshield glass is not "centered"
on the center of the stream. The stream center is
toward the bottom of the oval pattern. M~ASUREDOWN TO TOP
OF LOWER WINDSHIELD
MOULDING
Motor and Pump Assembly NP70

Fig. 2-Washer Aiming Diagram-Dort Models


Removal
(1) Disconnect motor feed wire connector and
rubber hose from bottom of pump. ing nut inside reservoir.
CAUTION: It may be necessary in some older pumps
(2) Remove two reservoir mounting screws, re-
to use a 15/16 in. deepwell rocket due t o the expsn-
move reservoir and pump assembly. Empty fluid from
sion of the nylon nut through absorbtion of wind-
reservoir.
shield washer fluid.
(3) Using a suitable extension and a 7/8 inch deep-
(4) Remove pump from bottom of reservoir and
well socket through filler neck, remove pump mount-
INTAKE SCREEN AND
discard two rubber gaskets.
BOTTOM OF RESERVOI
MOUNTING NUT ASSEMBLY
FIBER CENTER LINE OF
CAZKFT 111 WINDSVIELD 3 INCH
10 INCHES TARGET
UPPER SPRAY

MEASURE DOWN TO TOP


OF LOWER WINDSHIELD
MOULDING NP71

Fig. 3-Washer Aiming Diagram-Coronet and


Fig. I-Reservoir and Pump Assembly Charger Models
0 SPEC1FlCAT10 NS-ELECTRICAL 8-95
installation over-tighten.
Any time the pump is removed from the reservoir, (3) Install pump and reservoir in vehicle with two
always replace the two rubber gaskets. mounting screws making sure motor ground wire is
(1) Install one new rubber gasket on pump intake installed under one of the mounting screws.
fitting and position pump in reservoir. (4) Connect motor feed wire connector and rubber
(2) Position the other rubber gasket on pump in- hose to pump. Fill reservoir, inspect for leaks and
take fitting inside reservoir and install nut. Do not test operation of washer system.

SP ECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL
BATTERY
Engine Usage .......................... 170 Cu. In. 170 Cu. In. 225 Cu. In. or
Engine Engine 273 Cu. In. or
Standard Equipment Special Equipment 318 Cu. In. Engines
Standard Equipment
Capacity (Ampere Hours) ................ 38 48 48
Voltage ................................ 12 12 12
Number of Plates Per Cell ............... 7 9 9
Ground Terminal ....................... Negative Negative Negative
Model Identification Number ............ 20-HB-38 24-M B-48 24-M B-48
Engine Usage .......................... 383 Cu. In. 426 Cu. In. Engine 170 Cu. In.,
Engine or 225 Cu. In.,
Standard Equipment 440 Cu. In. Engine 273 Cu. In.,
Standard Equipment 318 Cu. In.
Engines
SpeciaI Equipment
Capacity (Ampere Hours) ................ 59 70 70
Voltage ................................ 12 12 12
Number of Plates Per Cell ............... 11 13 11
Ground Terminal ....................... Negative Negative Negative
Model Identification Number ............ 24-M B-59 27-M B-70 24-H B-70R
383 Cu. In.,
440 Cu. In. Engines
SpeciaI Equipment
Capacity (Ampere Hours) ................ 70
Vo Itage ................................ 12
Number of Plates Per Cell ............... 13
Ground Terminal ....................... Negative
Model Identification Number ............ 27-M B-70R

STARTER
(Reduction Gear Type)
(All Models Equipped with the 170 Cu. In. Engine)
Starter Identification Number .................................... 20985oO
Make ........................................................... Chrysler Built
Voltage ......................................................... 12
No. of Fields .................................................... 4 (4 Series)
No. of Poles ..................................................... 4
Brushes ......................................................... 4
Spring Tension .................................................. 32 to 36 Ounces
Drive ........................................................... Overrunning Clutch
End Play ........................................................ .010”-.045”
Cranking Amperage Draw Test .................................... *155 to 170 Amps.
Free-Running Test
Voltage ....................................................... 11
Amperage Draw Maximum ...................................... 90
8-96 ELECTRICALSPECIFICATIONS 0

Speed RPM ................................................... 2950


Locked Resistance Test
Voltage .......................................................
Amperage Draw ................................................
Solenoid
Pull-In Coil ................................................... 14.4-16.0 Amps. @ 6.0 Volts
Hold-In Coil ................................................... 11.512.6 Amps. @ 6.0 Volts

(Reduction Gear Type)


(All Models Except Models Equipped with the 170 Cu. In. Engine)
Starter Identification Number .................................... 2095150
Make ........................................................... Chrysler Built
Voltage ......................................................... 12
No. of Fields .................................................... 4 (3 Series, 1Shunt)
No. of Poles ..................................................... 4
Brushes ......................................................... 4
Spring Tension .................................................. 32 to 36 Ounces
Drive ........................................................... Overrunning Clutch
End Play ........................................................ .010”-.045”
Cranking Amperage Draw Test .................................... *155 to 170Amps. 273 Cu. In. Engines
*165 to 180 Amps. 225 and 318
Cu. In. Engines
*180 to 200 Amps. 383,440and 426
Cu. In. Engines
Free-Running Test
Voltage ....................................................... 11
Amperage Draw ................................................ 90
Speed RPM ................................................... 1925 to 2600
Locked Resistance Test
Voltage ....................................................... 4
Amperage Draw ................................................ 400 to 450
Solenoid
Pull-In Coil ................................................... 14.4-16.0Amps. @! 6.0Volts
Hold-In Coil ................................................... 11.5126 Amps. @ 6.0 Volts
* Engine should be at operating temperature
STARTER
(Direct Drive)
(Taxi with 11 Inch Clutch and 225 Cu. In Engine)
Starter Identification Number .................................... 1889100
Make ........................................................... Chrysler Built
Voltage ......................................................... 12
No. of Fields .................................................... 4 (3Series 1Shunt)
No. of Poles ..................................................... 4
Brushes ......................................................... 4
Spring Tension .................................................. 32 to 36 Ounces
Drive ........................................................... Solenoid Shift
Overrunning CIutch
End Play ........................................................ .005” Minimum
Cranking Amperage Draw Test .................................... *180 to 220 Amps.
Free-Running Test
Voltage ....................................................... 11
Amperage Draw ................................................ 78 Amps. Maximum
Minimum Speed RPM .......................................... 3800 RPM
Locked Resistance Test
Voltage ....................................................... 4
Amperage Draw ................................................ 310 to 445
Solenoid
Pull-In Coil ................................................... 20.0 to 22.2Amps. @ 6.OVolts
Hold-In Coil ................................................... 11.2 to 12.4Amps. @ 6.0 Volts
* Engine should be up to operating temperature. Extremely heavy oil or tight engine will increase starter am-
perage draw.
0 SPECIFICATIONS-ELECTRICAL 8-97

STARTER
(Direct Drive)
(426Cu. In. Engine-Hemi-Street Package)
Starter Identification Number .................................... 2642930
Make ........................................................... Chrysler Built
Voltage ......................................................... 12
No. of Fields .................................................... 4 (3 Series 1Shunt)
No. of Poles ..................................................... 4
Brushes ......................................................... 4
Spring Tension .................................................. 32 to 36 Ounces
Drive ........................................................... Solenoid Shift OverrunningClutch
End Play ........................................................ .005" Minimum
Cranking Amperage Draw Test .................................... *180 to 220 Amps.
Free-Running Test
Voltage ....................................................... 11
Amperage Draw ................................................ 78 Amps. Maximum
Minimum Speed RPM .......................................... 3800 RPM
Locked Resistance Test
Voltage ....................................................... 4
Amperage Draw ................................................ 310 to 445
Solenoid
Pull-In Coil ................................................... 20.0 to 22.2 Amps. @ 6.0Volts
Hold-In Coil ................................................... 11.2 to 12.4Amps. @ 6.0Volts
* Engine should be up to operating temperature. Extremely heavy oil or tight engine will increase starter am-
perage draw.
ALTERNATOR
Rotation ............................................................. Clockwise at Drive End
Voltage .............................................................. 12 Volt System
Current Output ....................................................... Design Contro Iled
Voltage Output ....................................................... Limited by Voltage Regulator
Brushes (Field) ....................................................... 2
Condenser Capacity ................................................... .50 Microfarad plus or minus 20%
Field Current Draw @- 12 Volts ......................................... 2.38 to 2.75 Maximum amperes
Current Output-
Standard with 170 or 225 Cu. In. Engine ............................... 26 plus or minus 3 amperes*
Standard All Others ................................................. 34.5 plus or minus 3 amperes*
Special Equipment,
Heavy Duty and/or Air Conditioning ................................ 44 plus or minus 3 amperes"
Special Equipment ................................................. 51 plus or minus 3 amperes*
* Plus or minus three ampere tolerance is provided to allow for temperature variation. Current output is meas-
ured a t 1250 engine RPM and 15 volts at the alternator. If measured at the battery, current output will be approx-
imately 5 amperes lower than above values.
Voltage is controlled by variable load (carbon pile) across the battery.
ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE REGULATOR
Alternator Voltage (Chrysler Built) (Essex Wire Built)
Regulator Identification Number ............................. 2098300 2444980
Volts ........................................................ 12 12
Negative
Ground Polarity ............................................. Negative
Point Gap ................................................... .014 inch plus or .014 inch plus or
minus .002 inch minus .004 inch
Air Gap ..................................................... .048 to .052 inch .032 to .042 inch**
nominal setting**
**Measure gap with gauge back of stop.

Temperature in Degrees 47OF. 7OoF. 93'F. 1 17OF. 14OoF. 163OF.


Minimum Setting ............... 13.6 t0 13.5 to 13.4 to 13.3 to 13.2 to 13.1 to
Maximum Setting ............... 14.6 14.5 14.4 14.3 14.2 14.1
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Air Conditioning ControI ........................... 1445 EL
Back-up Lights .................................... 1141 1141 1141
Brake System Warning Light ....................... 57 257 257
Clock ............................................. * 57
Dome and/or “C” Pillar Light ....................... 1004 1004
Door, Pocket Panel and/or Reading Light ............ 90 90
Fender Mounted Turn Signal Indicator .............. 1893 330
Gear Selector Indicator ............................ 1445 1445 1445
Gear Selector with Console ........................ 57 57 53x
Glove Compartment ............................... 1891 1891 1891
Handbrake Indicator ............................... 57 257 257
High Beam Indicator .............................. 158 158 57
Instrument Cluster Illumination .................... 158 158 EL
License Light ..................................... 67 67 67
Map Light ........................................ 90 90 90
Oil Pressure Indicator ............................. 158 158 Gauge
Park and Turn Signal .............................. 1034 1034 1034
Portable Reading Light .......&.................... 90
Radio ............................................ 1893 1893 EL
Sealed Beam-Hi-Beam (No. 1) ..................... 4001 4001
Sealed Beam-Hi-Lo Beam (No. 2) .................. 4002 4002
Sealed Beam-Single “7” .......................... 6012
Tachometer ...................................... 1816 1816 EL
Tail Light ......................................... 67
Tail, Stop and Turn Signal ......................... 1034 1034 1034
Trunk andlor Under Hood Light .................... 1004 1004 1004
Turn Signal Indicator (Panel) ...................... 158 158 57
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EL-Electroluminescent Lighting

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Accessories ..........................................................
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Cigar Lighter (Front) 20
ConsoI e* ............................................................. 20All Except Dart
Emergency Flasher** .................................................
Heater or Air Conditioner .............................................. 20
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Instrument Lights ..................................................... 2 Dart and Charger
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Radio ................................................................ 5
Tail, Stop, Dome ...................................................... 20
* Inline Fuse.
** Stop light and emergency flasher use same inline fuse on Charger models only.

CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Location Ampere Rating
Circuit Dart Coronet Charger
Convertible Top Integral with top lift switch........................ 30 30 -
Headlights
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Power Windows Behind left front cowl trim panel .................... - *30 30
Rotating Headlights Behind left front cowl trim panel .................... - - 30
Windshield Wipers Integra 1 with wiper switch.......................... 6 6 6
* Integral with top lift switch on convertibles if so equipped.
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INDEX

Page
DART MODELS
Air Conditioning..................... See Group 24
Body and Console ............................ 120
Engine Compartment .......................... 117
Instrument Panel ............................. 118
CORONET MODELS
Air Conditioning.....................See Group 24
Body-AlI Except Station Wagon ...............
113
Body-Station Wagon ..........................
116
Console ......................................110
Engine Compartrnent-All Except Hemi Engine 111 ...
Engine Compartment-Hemi Engine ............
112
Instrument Panel .............................
114
Power Windows .....................See Group 24
CHARGER MODEL
Air Conditioning .....................See Group 24
Body ......................................... 124
Engine Compartrnent-All Except Herni Engine 121...
Engine Compartment-Herni Engine ............
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ENGINE
CONTENTS
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GENERAL INFORMATION .............. 1 383-440 CUBIC INCH ENGINES ........ 47
SERVICE DIAGNOSIS .................. 2 426 CUBIC INCH “HEMI” ENGINES .... 70
170-225 CUBIC INCH 6 CYLINDER SPECIFICATIONS AND TIGHTENING
ENGINES ........................... 6 REFERENCE ........................ 90
273-318 CUBIC INCH V8 ENGINES ..... 25
ENGINE APPLICATION
Model Engine Type 8 Compression
Application No. Cyl. Displacement Ratio Remarks
Dart 6 (Std.) 6 “G” 170 Cubic Inch 8.5 to 1 I BBI. Carb.
(Opt.) 6 “RG” 225 Cubic Inch 8.4 to 1 I BBI. Carb.
Dart 8 (Std.) 8 “LA” 273 Cubic Inch 8.8 to 1 2 BBI. Carb., Std. Cam., Sil. Air
C Iea ner
(Opt.) 8 “LA” 273 Cubic Inch 10.5 to 1 4 BBI. Carb., Spec. Cam., Unsil.
Air Cleaner
Coronet 6 (Std.) 6 “RG” 225 Cubic Inch 8.4 to 1 I BBI. Carb.
Coronet 8 (Std.) 8 “LA” 273 Cubic Inch 8.8 to 1 2 BBI. Carb., Std. Cam., Sil. Air
Coronet 8 (Opt.) 81 Cleaner
Charger (Std.) 8 “La” 318 Cubic Inch 9.2 to 1 2 BBI. Carb., Std. Cam., Sil. Air
Cleaner
(Opt.) 8 “LB” 383 Cubic Inch 9.2 to 1 2 BBI. Carb., Std. Cam., Sil. Air
Cleaner
(Opt.) 8 “LB” 383 Cubic Inch 10.0 to 1 4 BBI. Carb., Std. Cam., Unsil.
Air Cleaner, Dual Exhaust
(Opt.) 8 “RB” 440 Cubic Inch 10.1 to 1 4 BBI. Carb., Spec. Cam., Double
Snorkle Air Cleaner, Dual
Exhaust
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(Opt.) 8 “RB” 426 Cubic Inch 10.25 to 1 2-4 BBI. Carb., Spec. Cam., Un-
sil. Air Cleaner, Dual Exhaust
GENERAL INFORMATION
Six Cylinder Engine V 8 Engines
The 6 cylinder engine, (Fig. 1) is inclined toward The V8 engine (Figs. 2 and 3) are all the valve-in-
the right at an angle of 30 degrees from the vertical head type. Engines vary in compression ratio, piston
in the engine compartment. This design permits a displacement, camshaft, valve springs and power out-
lower hood line and allows space in the engine com- put.
partment for the long intake manifold branches. The The Charger 273 has mechanical tappets, 8.8 to 1
engine has in-line overhead valves and wedge shaped compression ratio, two bore carburetor; uses regular
combustion chambers and a nominal compression fuel.
ratio of 8.5:l for the 170 cu. in. engine and 8.4:l for The Charger 273H also has mechanical tappets with
the 225 cu. in. engine. a high-performance camshaft and valve springs, 10.5
The lubrication system consists of an externally to 1 compression ratio, 4 bore carburetor; uses
mounted rotor type pump on the lower right side of premium fuel.
the cylinder block. A full flow replaceable element The V8 318 cubic inch with a 9.2 to 1 compression
type oil filter is mounted on the rear of the oil pump ratio, hydraulic tappets, two bore carburetor; uses
body. Oil is forced by the oil pump to a series of oil regular fuel.
passages in the engine (Fig. 47). The 383 cubic inch engine with a two bore carbure-
The semi-series flow cooling system contains an tor has hydraulic tappets, single exhaust, 9.2 to 1
aluminum water pump body with a pressed in ball compression ratio; uses regular fuel.
bearing and seal assembly and plastic impeller. The The 383 cubic inch engine with a four bore carbure-
water pump housing is integral with the cylinder tor has hydraulic tappets, dual exhaust, 10.0 to 1
block. compression ratio; uses premium fuel.
9-2 ENG IN E 4ERVICE DIAG NOSIS 0

The 440 cubic inch engine with a four bore carbure low-restriction intake manifold and exhaust headers,
tor has hydraulic tappets, high performance camshaft, mechanical tappets.
special cylinder heads; large exhaust valves, heavier Engine oiling system consists of a rotor type oil
valve springs and surge dampers, low restriction ex- pump and a full flow oil filter. On 273 and 318 cubic
haust manifolds with dual exhaust, 10.1 to 1 com- inch engines the pump is mounted internally; on
pression ratio; uses premium fuel. 383, 426 and 440 cubic inch engines the pump is
The 426 hemi-head engine has twin four-barrel car- mounted externally. Oil is forced by the oil pump to
buretors, nonsilenced low-restriction air cleaner; and a series of oil passages in the engine.

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SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Codon
ENGINE WILL (a) Weak battery. (a) Test battery specific gravity and re-
NOT START charge or replace as necessary.
(b) Corroded or loose battery connec- (b) Clean and tighten battery connec-
tions. tions. Apply a coat of petrdatum to
terminals.
(c) Faulty starter. (c) Refer to “Starting Motor.”*
(d) Moisture on ignition wires and dis- (d) Wipe wires and cap clean and dry.
tributor cap.
0 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS-ENGINE 9-3

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Fig. 2-273 Cubic Inch Engine Cutaway View
Condition Possible Cause Correction
(e) Faulty ignition cables. (e) Replace any cracked or shorted
cables.
(f) Faulty coil or condenser. (f) Test and replace if necessary.*
(g) Dirty or corroded distributor contacts. (g) Clean or replace as necessary.
(h) Incorrect spark plug gap. (h) Set gap at .035”.
(i) Incorrect ignition timing. (i) Refer to “Ignition Timing.”*
(j) Dirt or water in fuel line or car- (j) Clean linesand carburetor.**
buretor.
(k) Carburetor flooded. (k) Adjust float level-check seats.**
(I) Incorrect carburetor float setting. (I) Adjust float level-check seats.**
(m) Faulty fuel pump. (m) Install new fuel pump.**
(n) Carburetor percolating. No fuel in (n) Measure float level.** Adjust bowl
the carburetor. vent. Inspect operation of manifold
control valve.
ENGINE STALLS (a) Idle speed set too low. (a) Adjust carburetor.**
(b) Incorrect choke adjustment. (b) Adjust choke.**
(c) Idle mixture too lean or too rich. (c) Adjust carburetor.**
(d) Incorrect carburetor float setting. (d) Adjust float setting.**
9-4 ENGINE-SERVICE DIAGNOSIS 0

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Fig. 3-426 Hemi Engine Cutaway View

Condition Possible Cause Correction


(e) Leak in intake manifold. (e) Inspect intake manifold gasket and
replace if necessary.***
(f) Dirty, burned or incorrectly gapped (0 Replace contacts and adjust.*
distributor contacts.
(g) Worn or burned distributor rotor. (g) Install new rotor.
(h) Incorrect ignition wiring. (h) Install correct wiring.
(i) Faulty coil or condenser. (i) Test and replace if necessary.*
(j)’ Incorrect tappet lash. (j) Adjust to specifications.
ENGINE LOSS OF (a) Incorrect ignition timing. (a) Refer to “Ignition Timing.”*
POWER (b) Worn or burned distributor rotor. (b) Install new rotor.
(c) Wrong mechanical or vacuum advance (c) Install correct vacuum advance unit.
(distributor). Adjust mechanica 1 advance.
(d) Excessive play in distributor shaft. (d) Remove and repair distributor.*
(e) Worn distributor shaft or cam. (e) Remove and repair distributor.*
(f) Dirty or incorrectly gapped spark (f) Clean plugs and set gap at .005”.
p!ugs.
(8) Dirt or water in fuel line, carburetor (g) Clean lines, carburetor and replace
or filter. filter.**
(h) Incorrect carburetor float setting. (h) Adjust float level.**
(i) Faulty fuel pump. (i) Install new pump.
(j) Incorrect valve timing. (j) Refer to “Checking Valve Timing.”***
(k) Blown cylinder head gasket (k) Install new head gasket***
(I) Low compression. (I) Test compression of each cylinder.***
(m) Burned, warped, or pitted valves. (m) Install new valves.***
(n) Plugged or restricted exhaust system. (n) Install new parts as necessary.
(01 Faulty ignition cables. ( 0 ) Replace any cracked or shorted
cables.
(p) Faulty coil or condenser. (p) Test and replace as necessary.*
0 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS-ENGINE 9-5
Condition Possible Cause Correction
ENGINE MISSES ON (a) Dirty, burned, or incorrectly gapped (a) Replace contacts and adjust.*
ACCELERATION distributor contacts.
(b) Dirty, or gap too wide in spark plugs. (b) Clean spark plugs and set gap at
.035”.
(c) Incorrect ignition timing. (c) Refer too “Ignition Timing.”*
(d) Dirt in carburetor. (d) Clean carburetor.**
(e) Acceleration pump in carburetor. (e) Install new pump.**
(f) Burned, warped or pitted valves. (f) Install new valves.***
(g) Faulty coil or condenser. (g) Test and replace if necessary.*
ENGINE MISSES AT (a) Dirty or incorrectly gapped distrib- (a) Clean or replace as necessary.*
HIGH SPEED utor contacts.
(b) Dirty or gap set too wide in spark plug. (b) Clean spark plugs and set gap at
.035“.
(c) Worn distributor shaft or cam. (c)
Remove and repair distributor.*
(d) Worn or burned distributor rotor. (d)
Install new rotor.
(e) Excessive play in distributor shaft (e)
Remove and repair distributor.*
(0 Faulty coil or condenser. Test and replace if necessary.*
(f)
(g) Incorrect ignition timing. Refer to “Ignition Timing.”*
(g)
(h) Dirty jets in carburetor. (h)
Clean jets.**
(i) Dirt or water in fuel line, carburetor Clean lines, carburetor and replace
(i)
or filter. filter.**
NOISY VALVES (a) High or low oil level in crankcase. (a) Check for correct oil level.***
(b) Thin or diluted oil. (b) Change oil.***
(c) Low oil pressure. (c) Check engine oil level.**
(d) Dirt in tappets. (d) Clean tappets.**
(e) Bent push rods. (e) Install new push rods.***
(f) Worn rocker arms. (f) Inspect oil supply to rockers.***
(g) Worn tappets. (g) Install new tappets.***
(h) Worn valve guides. (h) Ream and install new valves with OlS
stems.***
(i) Excessive run-out of valve seats or (i) Grind valve seats and valves.***
valve faces.
(j) Incorrect tappet lash. (j) Adjust to specifications.
CONNECTING ROD (a) Insufficient oil supply. (a) Check engine oil level. Inspect oil
NOISE pump relief valve, damper and
spring.***
(b) Low oil pressure. (b) Check engine oil level.***
(c) Thin or diluted oil. (c) Change oil to correct viscosity.
(d) Excessive bearing clearance. (d) Measure bearings for correct clear-
ance.***
(e) Connecting rod journals out-of-round. (e) Remove crankshaft and regrind
journals.***
(f) Misaligned connecting rods. (f) Replace bent connecting rods.***
MAIN BEARING NOISE (a) Insufficient oil supply. (a) Check engine oil level. Inspect oil
pump relief valve, damper and
spring.***
(b) Low oil pressure. (b) Check engine oil level.***
(c) Thin or diluted oil. (c) Change oil to correct viscosity.
(d) Excessive bearing clearance. (d) Measure bearings for correct clear-
antes.***
(e) Excessive end play. (e) Check No. 3 main bearing for wear
on flanges.***
(f) Crankshaft journal out-of-round or (f) Remove crankshaft and regrind jour-
worn. nals.
(g) Loose flywheel or torque converter. (g) Tighten to correct torque.
OIL PUMPING (a) Worn, scuffed, or broken rings. (a) Hone cylinder bores and install new
AT RINGS rings.***
(b) Carbon in oil ring slots. (b) Install new rings.***
(c) Rings fitted too tight in grooves. (c) Remove the rings. Check grooves. If
groove is not proper width, replace
piston.***
9-6 ENGINE-170-225 CUBIC INCH 0

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OIL PRESSURE DROP (a) Low oil level. (a) Check engine oil level.
(b) Faulty oil pressure sending unit. (b) Install new sending unit.
(c) Clogged oil filter. (c) Install new oil filter.
(d) Worn parts in oil pump. (d) Replace worn parts or pump.
(e) Thin or diluted oil. (e) Change oil to correct viscosity.
(f) Excessive bearing clearance. (f) Measure bearings for correct clear-
ance.***
(g) Oil pump relief valve stuck. (g) Remove valve and inspect, clean, and
reinstall.
(h) Oil pump suction tube loose, bent or (h) Remove oil pan and install new tube
cracked. if necessary.
* Refer to the ”Electrical and Instruments” Group 8 for service procedures.
** Refer to the “Fuel System” Group 14 for service procedures.
*** Refer to the “Engine” Group 9 for service procedures.

SIX CYLINDER ENGINES


INDEX
Page Page
Camshaft ..................................... 15 Oil Filter ..................................... 25
Camshaft Bearings ............................ 16 Oil Pan ....................................... 22
Closed Crankcase Ventilation System Oil Pump .................................... 23
for State of California ........................ 88 Pistons and Rings ............................ 17
Connecting Rods .............................. 19 Piston Pin .................................... 17
Crankshaft Identification ....................... 19 Rear Main Bearing Oil Seal .................... 21
Crankshaft Main Bearings ..................... 20 Repair of Damaged or Worn Threads ........... 90
Crankshaft Main Journals ...................... 20 Rocker Arms and Shaft Assembly .............. 8
Crankcase Ventilation System .................. 87 Specifications ................................. 90
Cylinder Block ................................ 16 Timing Chain Cover, Oil Seal and Chain ........ 13
Cylinder Head ................................ 9 Tune-up ...................................... 6
Engine Assembly .I.. .......................... 7 Valves and Valve Springs ...................... 10
Measuring Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance ... 20 Valve Timing .................................. 12
Measuring Main Bearing Clearance ............. 21

SERVICE PROCEDURES
TUNE-UP pensate for altitudes and/or gasoline grades.
(9) Set carburetor idle mixture adjustment. Adjust
(1) Test battery specific gravity, add water if nec- throttle stop screw to specifications. Perform a com-
essary, clean and tighten battery connections. bustion analysis.
(2) Test cranking voltage. See “Starting Motor (10)Test fuel pump for pressure and vacuum. Re-
Cranking Voltage” Electrical Group 8. fer to “Fuel System” Group 14, Specifications.
(3) Tighten intake manifold bolts to 15 foot-pounds. (11)Inspect manifold heat control valve in exhaust
(4) Perform cylinder compression test. Compres- manifold for proper operation and apply Manifold
sion should not vary more than 20 pounds. Heat Control Valve Solvent Part Number 1879318 or
(5) Clean or replace spark plugs as necessary and equivalent to bushing and shaft.
adjust gap to .035inch. Tighten to 30 foot-pounds. (12)Every 6 months remove filter element and
(6) Test resistance of spark plug cables. Refer to blow out dirt gently with an air hose. Direct air from
“Ignition System Secondary Circuit Inspection” Elec- inside out, and keep nozzle 2 inches away from ele-
trical Section. ment to avoid damaging. Clean metal housing and
(7) Inspect the breaker plate contacts, primary wire install element. Every two years, install a new factory
and vacuum advance operation. Replace parts as nec- recommended filter element or equivalent. Service
essary. Refer to Ignition System and make necessary unit more frequently when driving under severe
adjustment. Test coil output voltage, primary and conditions, such as in dusty areas (Fig. 4).
secondary resistance. Test Condenser. (13) Inspect crankcase ventilation system as out-
(8) Reset ignition timing with vacuum advance line lined on page 87.
disconnected. Ignition timing should be set to com- (14) Inspect and adjust accessory belt drives refer-
170-225 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-7

TRANSMISSION
EXTENSION ASSY.

0
40FT. LB
0
200 IN. LB
Fig. 4-Cleaning Filter Element ND 2728

ring to Cooling System, Group 7 for proper adjust-


ments. Fig. 5-Engine Rear Support 1 1 1" Wheelbase
(15)Road test vehicle as a final test.
(19)Remove front engine mount bolts (Figs. 7 and
ENGINE ASSEMBLY 8).
(20) Lift engine from engine compartment and in-
stall in engine repair stand.
Removal
(1)Scribe hood hinge outlines on hood and remove
Installation
hood. (1)Install engine lifting fixture Tool C-3804 and
(2) Drain cooling system and remove battery and attach a chain hoist to fixture eyebolt.
carburetor air cleaner. (2)Lower engine into engine compartment until
(3)Remove radiator and heater hoses and remove front of engine is positioned on front engine mounts.
radiator. (3)Install front engine mount bolts. Do not tighten.
(4)Remove closed vent system from cylinder head (4)Install engine support fixture Tool (2-3806.
cover. (5)Remove chain hoist and engine lifting fixture.
(5) Disconnect fuel lines, carburetor linkage and (6)Raise vehicle on a hoist.
wiring to engine. (7) Position rear of engine and install transmission.
(6)Disconnect exhaust pipe at manifold. (8)Install engine rear support crossmember.
(7)Raise vehicle on a hoist.
(8)Drain converter housing and transmission. Re-
move oil cooler lines, filler tube and shift cable.
(9) Remove clutch torque shaft, brake cables and
rods.
(10)Remove speedometer cable and gear shift rods.
(11) Disconnect propeller shaft and tie-up out of
way.
(12) Install engine support fixture Tool C-3806 to
support rear of engine. CROSS MEMBER
(13) Remove engine rear support crossmember ASSEMBLY
(Figs. 5 and 6).
(14) Remove transmission bolts from clutch hous-
ing.
(15) Remove transmission.
(16)Lower vehicle.
(17)Install engine lifting fixture Tool C-3804to cyl-
inder head and attach a chain hoist to fixture eyebolt.
(18)Remove engine support fixture. Fig. 6-Engine Rear Support I 16.5" Wheelbase
9-8 ENGINE-170.225 CUBIC INCH 0

ROCKER ARMS AND SHAFT ASSEMBLY


Stamped steel rocker arms are arranged on a single
rocker arm shaft. Hardened steel spacers are used
between the pairs of rocker arms. The rocker shaft is
held in place by bolts and stamped steel retainers
attached to the seven brackets on the cylinder head.

Removal
(1)Remove closed vent system.
(2) Remove cylinder head cover and gasket.
(3) Remove rocker shaft bolts and retainers.
(4)Remove rocker arms and shaft assembly.
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VIEW B 0 3 5 FT.-LB.
lnsf allation
NNl73
(1)Rocker arms and shaft assembly must be in-
Fig. 7-Front Engine Mounts 1 1 1" Wheelbuse stalled, as shown in Figure 9. The flat on the end of
rocker shaft must be on top and point toward front of
(9) Connect propeller shaft at transmission,
engine. This is necessary to provide proper lubrica-
tion to rocker assemblies.
Install speedometer and gear shift rods* (2) Install rocker shaft retainers between rocker
Instal1 torque shaft' brake and
arms so they seat on rocker shaft and not on the
extended bushing of rocker arm.
Install lines' and transmission Be sure to install long retainer in center position
only.
Lower vehicle. (3) Install rocker shaft bolts. Install long bolt at the
Tighten front en@ne mount to spec*ed rear of the enme.Tighten to 25 foot-pounds.
torque. (4)Operate- engine until normal- operating tem-
(15) Connect exhaust pipe at the manifold using a
perature is reached (approximately 180°F. water
new gasket.
(16)Connect fuel lines, carburetor linkage and wir-
temperature).
(5) Allow engine to idle at 550 rpm at this 180"
ing to engine. F. temperature for five minutes.
(17)Install closed vent system on the cylinder head
(6)Adjust tappets, Hot; intake .010 inch, exhaust
cover. .020 inch.
(18)Install radiator hoses, battery and carburetor
(7)Place new cylinder head cover gasket in posi-
air cleaner. tion and install the cylinder head cover. Tighten
(19)Fill cooling system and transmission.
nuts to 40 inch-pounds.
(20) Install hood. Refer to scribe lines made at
removal. h

ADJUSTING SCREW

NY 243

Fig. 8-Front Engine Mounts I 16.5" Wheelbose Fig. 9-Rocker Shaft Assembly
0 170-225 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-9

DOWEL HOLE FRONT 4


\ COOLANT PASSAGES

BY-PASS TU& \qCs,


NY129

Fig. IO-Cylinder Head


(8) Install closed vent system. (13)Remove 14 head bolts and remove cylinder
head.
CYLINDER HEAD (14)Place cylinder head in holding fixture Tool C-
3626 and remove spark plugs and tubes.
The chrome alloy cast iron cylinder head (Fig. 10)
is held in place by 14 bolts. Spark plugs are located at h s t d U t h
the wide edge of the combustion chambers and alum- (1) Clean all gasket surfaces of cylinder block and
inum spark plug tubes serve as spark plug gaskets. cylinder head and install spark plugs.
(2)Inspect all surfaces with a straight edge if there
Removal is any reason to suspect leakage.
(1) Drain cooling system. (3) Coat new gasket with MoPar Sealer, Part Num-
(2)Remove carburetor air cleaner and fuel line. ber 1057794 or equivalent. Install gasket and cylinder
(3) Disconnect accelerator linkage. head.
(4)Remove vacuum control tube at carburetor and (4)Install cylinder head bolts. Starting at top cen-
distributor. ter, tighten all cylinder head bolts to 50 foot-pounds
(5) Disconnect spark plug wires by pulling straight in sequence (Fig. 11). Repeat the procedure, retight-
out in line with the plug. ening all cylinder head bolts to 65 foot-pounds.
(6)Disconnect heater hose and clamp holding by- (5) Install rocker arms and shaft assembly with
pass hose. “FLAT”on end of rocker shaft “ON TOP” and point-
(7)Disconnect heat indicator sending unit wire. ing toward front of engine, as shown in Fig. 9 to
(8) Disconnect exhaust pipe at exhaust manifold provide proper lubrication to rocker assemblies. In-
flange. stall rocker shaft retainers between rocker arms so
(9) Remove intake and exhaust manifold and car- they beat on rocker shaft and not on extended bush-
buretor as an assembly. ing of rocker arm. Be sure to install long retainer in
(10) Remove closed vent system and cylinder head center position only. Install rocker shaft bolts (long
cover. bolt at rear of engine) and tighten to 25 foot-pounds.
(11)Remove rocker arms and shaft assembly. (6)Loosen the 3 bolts holding intake manifold to
(12) Remove push rods and place them in their exhaust manifold, This is required to maintain proper
respective slots in holder, Tool C-3068. alignment.
9-10 ENGINE-170-225 CUBIC INCH 0

CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY


/

Fig. I I -Cylinder Head Tightening Sequence Fig. 12-CompressingVulvo Spring


(7) Install intake and exhaust manifold and carbu- (2) Remove valve retaining locks, valve spring re-
retor assembly to the cylinder head with cup side of tainers, valve stem cup seals and valve springs.
the conical washers against manifolds. Tighten nuts to Remove any burrs from valve stem lock grooves to
10 foot-pounds. prevent damage to the valve guide when valves are
(8) Tighten 3 bolts holding intake manifold to ex- removed.
haust manifold to 15 foot-pounds.
Sequence: Tighten inner bolt first, then the outer Valve inspection
two bolts. (1) Clean valves thoroughly and discard burned,
(9) Connect heater hose and bypass hose clamp. warped and cracked valves.
(10) Connect heat indicator sending unit wire, ac- (2) Measure valve stems for wear. The intake valve
celerator linkage and spark plug cables. stem diameter (new valve) should measure .372 to
(11) Install vacuum control tube at carburetor and .373 inch and exhaust valve stem diameter (new
distributor. valve) should measure .371 to .372 inch. If wear ex-
(12) Connect exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold ceeds .002 inch, replace the valve.
flange. (3) Remove carbon and varnish deposits from in-
(13) Install fuel line and carburetor air cleaner. side of valve guides, with Tool C-756.
(14) Fill cooling system. (4) Measure valve stem guide clearance as follows:
(15) Operate engine until normal operating tem- (a) Install sleeve Tool C-3973 over valve stem
perature is reached (approximately 180" F. water and install valve (Fig. 13). The special sleeve places

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temperature). the valve at the correct height for measuring with a
(16) Allow engine to idle at 550 rpm at this 180" F. dial indicator.
temperature for five minutes.
I

VALVE A/ .
(17) Adjust tappets, Hot; intake .010 inch, exhaust
.020 inch.
(18) Place new cylinder head cover gasket in posi-
tion and install the cylinder head cover. Tighten nuts
to 40 inch-pounds.
(19) Install closed vent system.

VALVES AND SPRINGS


Valves are arranged in line in the cylinder head
and operate in guides that are integral with the cylin-
der heads.

Removal
(1) With cylinder head removed, compress valve
springs, using Tool G3422A (Fig. 12). Fig. 13-Installing Valve und Tool C-3973
0 170-225 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-11
(b) Attach dial indicator Tool C-3339 to cylinder
head and set it at right angle to the valve stem being 1T
measured (Fig. 14). 7-
(c) Move valve to and from the indicator. The total
dial indicator reading should not exceed .017 inch.
Ream guides for valves with oversize stems if dial
indicator reading is excessive or if stems are scuffed
or scored.
Service valves are available in standard, .005,.015 E 1/16 TO 3/32 INCH
and .030inch oversizes. Rea.mer to accommodate the E: 45"-EXHAUST: 43')
oversize valve stem are as foIlows: Reamer Tool C- E: 45"-EXHAUST: 45')
3433 (.005" O.S.), Reamer Tool C-3430 (.015" O S ) ,
Reamer Tool C-3427(.030"O S ) .
(d) Slowly turn reamer by hand and clean guide Fig. 15-Valve Face and Seat Angle
thoroughly before installing a new valve. Do not at-
tempt to ream valve guides from standard directly to the blue is transferred to the center of the valve face,
.030 inch. Use step procedure of .005, .015 and .030 contact is satisfactory. If the blue is transferred to the
inch so valve guides may be reamed true in relation to top edge of valve face, lower the valve seat with a 30"
the valve seat. stone. If the blue is transferred to the bottom edge of
valve face raise the valve seat with a 60" stone.
Refacing Valves and Valve Seats (6)When the seat is properly positioned the width
(1)The intake and exhaust valve seats and the in- of intake seats should be 1/16 to 3/32 inch. The
take valve face have a 45 degree angle. The exhaust width of exhaust seats should be 3/64 to 1/16 inch.
valve face has a 43 degree angle. The valve face and
valve seat angles, are shown in Figure 15. Testing Valve Springs (Fig. 17)
(2)Inspect the remaining margin after the valves (1)Whenever valves have been removed for inspec-
are refaced (Fig. 16). Valves with less than 3/64 inch tion, reconditioning or replacement, valve springs
margin should be replaced. should be tested. As an example, the compressed
(3)When refacing valve seats, it is important that length of the spring to be tested is 1-5/16inches. Turn
the correct size valve guide pilot be used for reseating table of Tool (2-647until the surface is in line with the
stones. A true and complete surface must be obtained. 1-5/16inch mark on the threaded stud and the zero
(4)Measure the concentricity of the valve seat mark to the front. Place spring over the stud on table
using dial indicator No. 13725. Total runout should and lift the compressing lever to set the tone device.
not exceed .002inch (total indicator reading). Pull on torque wrench until ping is heard. Take read-
(5)Inspect valve seat with Prussian blue to deter- ing on torque wrench at this instant. Multiply this
mine where valve contacts the seat. To do this, coat reading by two. This will give the spring load at the
valve seat lightly with Prussian Blue then set the test length. Fractional measurements are indicated on
valve in place. Rotate the valve with light pressure. If
7 7EXHAUST
INTAKE VALVE
VALVE

KH330C

14-Measuring Valve Guide W ear Fig. 16-fntake and Exhaust Valves


9-12 ENGINE--170-225 CUBIC INCH 0

RETAINER- -

SPRING\ 1

EXHAUST
VALVE
\ OIL
/

Fig. 19-Valve Assembly


stall locks and release the tool. If valves and/or seat@
Fig. Il-Testing Valve Spring are reground, measure the installed height of springs.
the table for finer adjustments. Refer to specifica- Make sure measurement is taken from the bottom of
tions to obtain specified height and allowable tensions. the spring seat in the cylinder head t o the bottom
Discard the springs that do not meet specifications. surface of the spring retainer. (If spacers are in-
(2) Inspect each valve spring for squareness with a stalled, measure from the top of spacer). If height
steel square and surface plate, test springs from both is greater than 1-11/16 inches, install a 1/16 inch
ends, (Fig. 18). spacer in the head counterbore to bring the spring
If the spring is more than 1/16 inch out of square, height back to normal 1-5/8 inches t o 1-1 1/16 inches.
install a new spring.
VALVE TIMING
installation
(1) Coat valve stems with lubrication oil and insert (1) Rotate crankshaft until No. 6 exhaust valve is
them in cylinder head. closing and No. 6 intake valve is opening. Install a dial
(2) If valves or seats are reground, test valve stem indicator so that indicator pointer contacts valve
height with Tool C-3746. If valve is too long, grind off spring retainer on No. 1 intake valve parallel to the
the tip until length is within limits. axis of the valve stem.
(3) Install new cup seals on all valve stems (long (2) Turn No. 1 intake adjusting screw in one com-
seal on intake valve and short seal on exhaust valve) plete turn to remove the lash. Adjust dial indicator to
and over valve guides (Figs. 19 and 20).-1nstall valve zero. Rotate crankshaft clockwise (normal running
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springs and retainers.
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(4) Compress valve springs with Tool C-3422A, in-

VALVE
SPRING

KR145A

Fig. 18-Inspecting Valve Spring Squareness Fig. 20-Installing Valves and Cup Seals
0 170-225 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-13
direction) until valve has lifted .023 inch. The timing
of the crankshaft pulley should now read from 12
degrees before top dead center to dead center. Re-
adjust lash.
(3)If reading is not within specified limits:
(a) Inspect sprocket index marks.
(b) Inspect timing chain for wear.
(c) Inspect accuracy of “DC” mark on timing indi-
cator.

TIMING CHAIN COVER, OIL SEAL


AND CHAIN
Cover Removal
(1)Drain cooling system.
(2)Remove radiator and fan.
(3)Install Tool C-3732A and pull vibration damper Fig. 22-Measuring Chain Stretch
assembly off end of crankshaft (Fig. 21).
(4)Loosen oil pans bolts to allow clearance and re- crankshaft to prevent rotation.
move chain case cover and gasket. (c) Holding a scale with dimensional reading even
I t is normal to find particles of neoprene collected with the edge of a chain link, apply torque in the
between seal retainer and crankshaft oil slinger after reverse direction 30 foot-pounds (cylinder head in-
seal has been in operation. stalled) or 15 foot-pounds (cylinder head removed)
(5)Slide crankshaft oil slinger off end of crank- and note the amount of chain movement (Fig. 22).
shaft. (d) If chain movement exceeds 3/16 inch, install a
new timing chain.
Timing Chain (e) If chain is satisfactory, slide the crankshaft oil
slinger over the shaft and up against sprocket (flange
(Measuring Timing Chain for Stretch) away from sprocket).
(a) Place a scale next to the timing chain so that (f) If chain is not satisfactory, remove camshaft
any movement of the chain may be measured. sprocket attaching bolt and remove timing chain
(b) Place a torque wrench and socket over the cam- with camshaft sprocket.
shaft sprocket lock bolt and apply torque in the direc- (g) Turn crankshaft to line up the centerline of
tion of crankshaft rotation to take up slack; 30 foot- camshaft and crankshaft with the timing mark on
pounds (cylinder head installed) or 15 foot-pounds crankshaft sprocket.
(cylinder head removed). With torque applied to the (h) Install camshaft sprocket and timing chain.
camshaft sprocket bolt, crankshaft should not be (i) Line up timing marks on the sprockets with the
Dermitted to move. It mav be necessarv to block the cent€

DAMPER PULLEY

Fig. 2 1 -Removing Damper Assembly Fig. 23-Alignment of Timing Marks


9-14 ENGINE-170-225 CUBIC INCH
(j) Tighten camshaft sprocket lock bolt to 35 foot-
pounds. Slide the crankshaft oil slinger over shaft and REMOVING AND
INSTALLING PLATE
up against sprocket (flange away from sprocket).

OH Seal Replacement (Cover Removed)


(1) Position remover screw of Tool C-3506 through
case cover, the inside of case cover up. Position re-
mover blocks directly opposite each other, and force
angular lip between the neoprene and flange of seal
retainer.
(2) Place washer and nut on the remover screw.
CHAIN CASE COVER
Tighten nut forcing the blocks into the gap to a point
of distorting the seal retainer lip (Fig. 24). Remover is
only positioned at this point.
(3) Place sleeve over the retainer and install the NY16lA
removing and installing plate into the sleeve.
(4) Place flat washer and nut on remover screw. Fig. 25-Removing Oil Seal
Hold center screw and tighten lock nut to remove seal
(Fig. 25).
(5) Insert remover screw through the removing and INSTALLING PLATE /”
installing plate so the thin shoulder will be facing up.
(6) Insert the remover screw with the plate through
the seal opening (inside of chain case cover facing up).
REMOVER SCREW
(7) Place the seal in cover opening, with neoprene
down. Place seal installing plate into the new seal,
with the protective recess toward lip of seal retainer
(Fig. 26).
(8) Install flat washer and nut on the remover
screw; hold screw and tighten nut (Fig. 27).
(9) Seal is properly installed when the neoprene is
tight against face of cover. Try to insert a .0015 inch
feeler gauge between the neoprene and cover (Fig.
28) if the seal is installed properly, the feeler gauge
cannot be inserted.
Fig. 26-Positioning lndaller Plate

Cover /nstallation (2) Using a new gasket, slide chain case cover over
(I) Be sure mating surfaces of chain case cover and locating dowels and tighten bolts to 15 foot-pounds.
cylinder block are clean and free from burrs. Be sure all oil pan gaskets are in place and tighten oil
L

I1-
INSTALLING PLATE (TOOL)

SEAL EMOVER SCREW (TOOL)


RETAINER
REM
6LC OF
(TC 4L
INER

-CHAIN CASE COVER

f
NY1

Fig. 24-Remover Blocks Expanded t o Puller Position Fig. 27-Installing New Seal
0 170-225 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-15

FEELER GAUGE
CAMSHAFT SPROCKET

‘k. LOCATING DOWEL I

OIL ‘PUMP AND DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE


GEAR (INTEGRAL WITH CAMSHAFT) c,, NY158

Fig. 30-Camshaft and Sprocket Assembly


(2)Remove timing sprockets, distributor and oil
Pump.
Fig. 28-Inspecting Seal for Proper Seating
(3)Remove fuel pump.
(4) Install a long bolt into the front of camshaft to
pan bolts to 200 inch-pounds. facilitate removal of the camshaft; remove camshaft,
(3)Place damper pulley assembly hub key in the being careful not to damage cam bearings with the
slot in crankshaft, lubricate seal with Lubriplate and cam lobes.
slide hub on the crankshaft.
(4) Place installing tool, part of puller set Tool C- Installation
3732A in position and press damper pulley assembly (1) Lubricate camshaft lobes and camshaft bearing
on the crankshaft (Fig. 29). journals and insert the camshaft in cylinder block
(Fig. 31).
CAMSHAFT Whenever an engine is rebuilt and a new camshaft
The camshaft has an integral oil pump and dis- and/or new tappets are installed, one quart of MoPar
tributor drive gear and fuel pump eccentric (Fig. 30). Engine Supplement, part Number 1879406 or equiva-
Rearward camshaft thrust is taken by the rear face lent must be added to the engine oil to aid in break-in.
of the cast iron camshaft sprocket hub, bearing di- The oil mixture should be left in the engine for a
rectly on the front of the cylinder block, eliminating minimum of 500 miles. Drain the oil mixture at the
the need for a thrust plate. next normal oil change.
The helical oil pump distributor drive gear and cam- When replacing camshaft, all of the tappet faces
shaft lobe taper both tend to produce only a rearward must be inspected for crown with a straight edge. If
thrust. any negative crown (dish) is observed, tappet must be
replaced. The tappet must have a definite crown.
Removal
(1) Remove tappets, using Tool (2-3661. Installation of Distributor
Before installing the distributor, time the engine as
follows:
The distributor rotates clockwise.
(1) Rotate crankshaft until the mark on inner edge
of crankshaft pulley is in line with the “0”(TDC)

Fig. 29-Installing Damper Assembly Fig. 3I-Installing Camshaft


9-16 ENGINE--170-225 CUBIC INCH 0

mark on the timing chain case cover. No. 1 cyl. com- install a new welch plug at the rear of camshaft. B.
pression stroke (both valves closed). sure this plug does not leak.
(2) With distributor “0”rings in position, hold the
distributor over mounting pad. CYLINDER BLOCK
(3) Turn the rotor to point forward, corresponding
to 4 o’clock. Piston Removal
(4) Install distributor so that with distributor fully (1) Remove the top ridge of cylinder bores using
seated on the engine, the gear has spiraled to bring Tool C-3012 before removing pistons from cylinder
the rotor to a 5 o’clock position. block. Keep tops of the pistons covered during this
(5) Turn the housing until the ignition contacts are operation.
separating and rotor is under No. 1 cap tower. (2) Pistons and connecting rods must be removed
(6) Install hold down bolt and connect the primary from top of cylinder block. Rotate crankshaft so that
wire. each connecting rod is centered in the cylinder bore.
(7) Adjust timing to specifications, using a timing (3) Remove connecting rod cap.
light, then re-connect the vacuum line. (4) Install Tool C-3221 on one connecting rod bolt
and protector over the other bolt. Push each piston
CAMSHAFT BEARINGS (Engine Removed and rod assembly out of cylinder bore. Be careful
from Vehicle) not to nick crankshaft journals.
(5) Install bearing caps on mating rods.
Removal
(1) With camshaft removed, drive out rear cam Cleaning and inspection
bearing welch plug. (1) Clean cylinder block thoroughly and check all
(2) Install proper size adapters and horse shoe core hole plugs for evidence of leaking.
washers (part of Tool C-3132A) at the back of each (2) If new core hole plugs are installed coat edges
bearing shell and drive out all bearing shells. of plug and core hole with a suitable sealer and drive
plugs in place with driver, Tool C-897.
installation (3) Examine block for cracks or fractures.
(1) Install new camshaft bearings with Tool C-
3132A by sliding the new camshaft bearing shell over
the proper adapter. Cylinder Bore inspection
The cylinder walls should be tested for out-of-round
(2) Position bearing in tool. Install horseshoe lock and taper with Tool (2-119. If the cylinder bores show
and drive the bearing shell into place, (Fig. 32). The more than .005” out-of-round, or a taper of more than
camshaft bearing oil hole or holes must be in exact
.010” or if the cylinder walls are badly scuffed or
alignment with drilled oil passage or passages from
scored, the cylinder block should be rebored an&
the main bearing.
honed, and new oversize pistons and rings fitted.
(3) Install remaining shells in like manner. Install Whatever type of boring equipment is used, boring
NO. 1 camshaft bearing 3/32 inch inward from the and honing operation should be closely coordinated
front face of the cylinder block.
with the fitting of pistons and rings in order that
(4) Apply sealer to the plug and use Tool C-897 to specified clearance may be maintained.
CAMSHAFT BEARING OIL HOLE
Honing Cylinder Bores
Before honing, stuff plenty of clean rags under the
bores, over the crankshaft to keep abrasive materials
from entering crankcase area.
(1) Used carefully, the cylinder bore resizing hone
Tool (2-823, equipped with 220 grit stones, is the best
tool for this job. In addition to deglazing, it will re-
duce taper and out-of-round as well as removing light
scuffing, scoring or scratches. Usually a few strokes
will clean up a bore and maintain the required limits.
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Y148
(2) Deglazing of the cylinder walls may be done
using a cylinder surfacing hone, Tool C-3501,
equipped with 280 grit stones (C-3501-3801). If the
Fig. 32-Removing Camshaft Bearings cylinder bore is straight and round 20-60 strokes
(Tool C-3 132A) depending on the bore condition will be sufficient to
170-225 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-17
provide a satisfactory surface. Inspect cylinder walls 024 TO .031 IN. LESS
after each 20 strokes. Use honing oil (2-3501-3880 or a r T H A N DIAMETER AT ( C ) l
light honing oil available from a major oil distributor.
Do not use engine or transmission oil, mineral spirits
or kerosene.
(3)Honing should be done by moving the hone up
and down fast enough to get a cross-hatch pattern.
When hone marks intersect at 60°, the cross hatch
angle is most satisfactory for proper seating of the
rings. (See Fig. 33). THE ELLIPTICAL SHAPE OF DIAMETERS AT (C) AND (D)
(4)After honing, it is necessary that the block be THE PISTON SKIRT SHOULD CAN BE EQUAL OR DIAMETER
AT (D) CAN BE .0015 IN.
BE .008TO .010 IN. LESS AT
cleaned again to remove all traces of abrasives. DIAMETER (A) THAN ACROSS GREATER THAN (C)
CAUTION: Be sure all abrasives are removed from THE THRUST FACES AT DIAM-
engine parts after honing. I t is recommended that a ETER (B). MEASUREMENT
IS MADE '1s IN. BELOW
solution of soap and water be used with a brush and LOWER RING GROOVE NY221B
the parts then thoroughly dried. The bore can be con-
sidered clean when it can be wiped clean with a white Fig. 34-Piston Measurements
cloth and cloth remains clean. Oil bores after cleaning
to prevent rusting.
grams, regardless of oversize to maintain piston bal-
ance. For cylinder bores which have been honed or
PISTONS, PINS AND RINGS rebored, all service pistons include pins and are avail-
able in standard and the following oversizes: .005,
The pistons are cam ground so that the diameter at .020, .040inch.
the pin boss is less than its diameter across the thrust
face. This allows for expansion under normal oper- Fitting Pistons
ating conditions. The expansion forces the pin bosses The piston and cylinder wall must be clean and dry.
away from each other, and the piston assumes a more Specified clearance between the piston and cylinder
round shape. Inspect pistons for taper and elliptical wall is .0005to .0015inch.
shape before they are fitted into cylinder bores. (See (1)Pistons and cylinder bores should be measured
Fig. 34). at normal room temperature, 70 degrees F.
(2) Measure piston diameter at the top of skirt 90
Finished Pistons degrees to piston pin axis.
All pistons are machined to the same weight in (3) Measure cylinder bores halfway down cylinder
bore and transverse to engine crankshaft center line.
C R 0S S HATCH
\
= PATTERN Fitting Rings
(1) Measure piston ring gap about two inches from
the bottom of the cylinder bore in which it is to be
fitted. (An inverted piston can be used to push rings
down to insure positioning rings squarely in cylinder
wall).
(2) Insert feeler stock in the gap. Ring gap should
be .010 to .047 inch for compression rings and .015to
.062 inch for oil ring steel rails in standard size bores.
Maximum gap in .005 inch o/s bores should be .060
inch for compression rings and .070 inch for oil ring
steel rails.
(3)Measure side clearance between piston ring and
ring land, (Fig. 35).
Clearance should be .0015 to .004 inch for top com-
pression ring and intermediate ring.
(4) Starting with oil ring expander, place expander
ring in lower ring groove and install oil control ring
using instructions in package. Steel rail service oil
ring should be free in groove, but should not exceed
Fig. 33-Cross Hatch Pattern .005 inch side clearance.
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PISTON RN
IG- PRESS

MAIN SCREW
(TOOL)

PILOT (TOOL)

Fig. 35-Measuring Piston Ring Clearance


Fig. 37-Removing Piston Pin
(5) Install compression rings in middle and top a sliding fit in piston at 70 degrees F. Piston pins are
grooves, using ring installer, Tool C-3805. Be sure the supplied in standard sizes only.
mark “TOP” on each compression ring is to the top of
piston. (2) Lubricate piston pin holes in piston and con-
necting rod.
Piston Pin Removal (3) Arrange tool parts for installation of piston pin
(1) Arrange Tool C-3724 parts for removal of (Fig. 38).
piston pin (Fig. 36). (4) Install spring inside the pilot and install spring
(2) Install pilot on main screw. and pilot in the anvil.
(3) Install screw through piston pin. (5) Install piston pin over main screw.
(4) Install anvil over threaded end of main screw (6) Place piston, with “Notch Front” up, over the
with small end of anvil against piston boss. Be sure pilot so that pilot extends through piston pin holes.
spring i s removed from anvil.
(7) Position connecting rod over the pilot which ex-
(5) Install nut loosely on main screw and place as-
tends through piston hole. The oil hole in connecting
sembly on the press (Fig. 37). Press piston pin out of rod must point toward the direction shown in Figure
connecting rod. 39.
When the pin falls free from connecting rod, stop
the press to prevent damage to bottom of the anvil. (8) Install main screw and piston pin in piston (Fig.
(6) Remove tool from piston. 40).
(9) Install nut on main screw to hold assembly to-
Installation gether. Place assembly on a press (Fig. 40).
(1) Measure piston pin fit in the piston. It should be (10) Press piston pin in the piston until pin bottoms
ANVIL (TOOL)
ANVIL (TOOL) SPRING (TOOL)
PILOT (TOOL)

MAIN SCREW
SCREW (TOOL)

CONNECTING ROD
ONNECTING ROD
GUIDE-LARGE (TOOL)
KR195 B GUIDE-LARGE (TOOL) KR196 B

Fig. 36-Tool Arrangement for Removing Piston Pin Fig. 38-Tool Arrangement for Installing Piston Pin
0 170-225 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-19
INDENT-ASSEMBLE TOWARDS FRONT OF
ENGINE 1
ORQUE WRENCH

ANVIL ( T O Q L )

MAIN SCREW
(TOOL)

KR168 B

Fig. 41-Testing F i t of Piston Pin in Connecting Rod

If the connecting rod does not move under 15 foot-


pounds, piston and connecting rod interference is
satisfactory.
(14)Remove tool.

C RANKSHAFT ID ENTI FI CAT10 N


Fig. 39-Connecting Rod Oil Hole
A Maltese Cross stamped on the engine numbering
on pilot, properly positioning pin in connecting rod. pad on right side of block, on top boss directly
(11) Remove tool and arrange tool parts and piston behind coil indicates that engine is equipped with
assembly in the same manner, as shown in Figure 36 a crankshaft which had one or more connecting rods
for measuring pin fit. and/or main bearing journals finished .001 inch
(12)Place assembly in a vise (Fig. 41). undersize. The position of the undersize journal or
(13)Attach torque wrench to nut and test torque journals is stamped on the center counterweight of
up to 15 foot-pounds. If connecting rod moves down- crankshaft.
ward on the piston pin, reject this connecting rod and A Maltese Cross with an X indicates that all con-
piston pin combination. Install a new connecting rod necting rods and/or all main bearing journals are
and repeat the installation and testing procedure. .010inch undersize.
Connecting rod journals will be identified by the
letter “R” and main bearing journals by the letter
“M”.For example “M-1” indicates that No. 1 main
bearing is .001 inch undersize.
MAIN SCREW

PISTON PIN 1 CONNECTING RODS


installing Connecting Rod Bearings
(1) Install connecting rod bearings so small formed
tang fits into machined groove in connecting rod.
(2) The limits of taper or out-of-round on any
crankshaft journal should be held to .001 inch. Bear-
ings are available in standard .001,.002, .003,.010
and .012inch undersize.
(3)Install bearings in pairs. Do not use a new bear-
ing with an old bearing. Do not file rods or bearing
Fig. 40-Installing Piston Pin caps.
9-20 ENGINE-170-225 CUBIC INCH
MEASURING CONNECTING ROD Be careful not to nick connecting rod journals.
BEAR1NG CLEARANCE (7) Tap piston down in cylinder bore, using handle
of a hammer. At the same time, guide connecting rod
Shim Stock Method into position on crankshaft journal.
(1) Smooth the edges of a 1/2 x 3/4 inch piece of (8) Install rod caps, tighten nuts to 45 foot-pounds.
brass shim stock, .001 inch thickness.
(2) Oil and place between the bearing and connect- CRANKSHAFT MAIN JOURNALS
ing rod journal.
(3) Install bearing cap and tighten to 45 foot- Crankshaft journals should be inspected for exces-
pounds. sive wear, taper and scoring. Journal grinding should
(4) Turn connecting rod 1/4 turn in each direction. not exceed .012 inch under the standard journal
A slight drag should be felt which indicates clearance diameter. Do not grind thrust faces of No. 3 main
is satisfactory. Correct clearance is from .0005 to .0015 bearing. Do not nick connecting rod or main bearing
inch. journal fillets. After regrinding, remove rough edges
(5) Side play should be from .006 to .012 inch. from crankshaft oil holes and clean out all oil pas-
sages.
lnstulling Piston and Connecting Rod
Assembly in Cylinder Block
(1) Compression ring gaps should be located on the CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGS
left side of the engine and staggered about 60" apart. The NOS. 1, 2 and 4 lower main bearings are inter-
Neither gap should line up with oil ring rail gaps. changeable (Fig. 43). The NOS. 2 and 4 upper main
(2) Rotate oil ring expander so that ends are at
bearings are interchangeable.
right side of engine. Rotate steel rails so that gaps are The NO. 1 upper main bearing is not interchange-
approximately opposite and positioned above piston able and is chamfered on the tab side for timing chain
pin holes. oiling and can be identified by a red marking on the
(3) Immerse piston head and rings in clean engine edge of the bearing. Upper main bearings are grooved
oil. Slide the ring compressor, Tool C-385, over the and lower main bearings are plain and are not inter-
piston and tighten with special wrench (part of Tool changeable. The NO. 3 upper and lower main bear-
C-385). Position of rings must not change during this ings are flanged to carry the crankshaft thrust loads
operation.
and are not interchangeable with any other main
(4) The notch on top of piston must point toward bearings in the engine. Bearings that are not badly
front of engine so that squirt hole in connecting rod is worn, scored or pitted should be reinstalled in the
toward right side of engine. same bearing bore.

-
(5) Screw connecting rod bolt protector (part of The bearing caps are not interchangeable and the
Tool C-3221) on one rod bolt, and insert rod and pis- numbers should be marked at removal to insure cor-
ton into cylinder bore. Rotate crankshaft so that con- rect assembly. Bearings are available in standard and
necting rod journal i s on the center of cylinder bore.
the following undersizes, .001, .002, .003, .010 and
(6) Attach puller part of Tool C-3221 on other bolt,
and guide rod over the crankshaft journal (Fig. 42). 1 2 a 3 n 4

UPPER

_.BEARING
THRUST

LOWER

W NYl43

Fig. 42-Removing and lnstalling Connecting Rod Fig. 43-Main Bearing Identification
170-225 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-21
.012 inch. Never install an undersize bearing that will
reduce the clearance below specifications.

Removal
(1) Remove oil pan and inspect the bearing cap
identifying numbers.
(2) Remove bearing caps one at a time. Remove
upper bearing by inserting Tool C-3059 (Fig. 44) into
oil hole on crankshaft.
(3) Slowly rotate crankshaft clockwise, forcing out
upper bearings.

MEASURING MAIN BEARING CLEARANCE


Shim Stock Method
(1) Position crankshaft in block.
(2) Smooth the edges of a 1/2 x 3/4 inch piece of Fig. 45-Installing Rear Main Bearing Oil Seal
brass shim stock, .001inch thickness.
(3) Lubricate main bearing journals and position (6) Fit remaining bearings in same manner.
shim stock across center main journals. (7) Measure crankshaft end play to .002-.007 inch.
(4) Install bearing in center main bearing cap, If end play is more than .007 inch, install a new cen-
bearing tang in groove on cap, lubricate bearing and ter bearing.
seat cap on block. Tighten bolts to 85 foot-pounds.
(5) If a slight drag is felt as the crankshaft is ro- REAR MAIN BEARING OIL SEAL
tated, not over 1/4 turn in either direction the clear- (Crankshaft Removed)
ance is .001 inch or less and is considered satisfactory.
If however, no drag is felt, the bearing is too large Cylinder Block
(1) Install a new oil seal in the cylinder block so
or if the crankshaft cannot be rotated, the bearing is that both ends protrude.
too small and should be replaced with the correct size.
(2) Tap seal down into position, using Tool C-3743
It is permissible to use one .001 inch undersize
(with bridge removed) until the tool is seated in the
bearing shell with one standard bearing shell, or one bearing bore.
.002 inch undersize bearing shell with one .001 inch
(3) Hold tool in this position and cut off the portion
undersize shell. Always use the smaller diameter of the seal that extends above the block on both sides.
bearing half as the upper. Do not use a new bearing
with a used bearing and never use an upper bearing
half more than .001inch smaller than the lower bear- Bearing Cap
(1) Install a new seal in seal retainer so that ends
ing half. protrude (Fig. 45).
(2) Install the bridge on the tool and tap seal down

NY132
Fig. 44-Removing and lndalling Upper
Main Bearing Fig. 46-Trimming Rear Main Bearing Oil Seal
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into position until tool is seated. (4) Install two side seals in grooves in seal retainer.
(3) Trim off portion of seal that protrudes above (5) When installing seal retainer, tighten screws to
cap (Fig. 46). 30 foot-pounds.

ENGINE OILING SYSTEM


OIL PAN 225 Cubic lnch Engine ( I 16.5"
Wheelbase)
Removal I70 or 225 Cubic fnch Engine (1) Remove oil dipstick, raise vehicle on a hoist.
( I I I" Wheelbase) Drain oil pan.
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist. Drain oil pan. (2) Using tie rod end puller, Tool C-3742, remove
(2) Using tie rod end puller, Tool (2-3742, remove steering and idler arm ball joints from steering center
steering and idler arm ball joints from steering link- link. Remove dust shield.
age center link. Remove dust shield and motor mount (3) Remove oil pan attaching bolts, rotate engine
stud nuts. crankshaft to clear counterweights and remove oil
(3) Lower vehicle disconnect negative ground cable pan.
from the battery and remove the fan shroud, oil dip-
stick, horns and mounting brackets. Cleaning and inspection
(4) Install engine lifter plate Tool C-3804 and fix- Clean oil pan in solvent and wipe dry with a clean
ture C-3809. Raise engine approximately 1-1/2 to 2 cloth. Scrape all gasket material from mounting sur-
inches. face of pan and crankcase.
(5) Again raise vehicle on hoist. Remove oil pan Inspect oil drain plug and plug hole for stripped or
attaching bolts, rotate engine crankshaft to clear damaged threads and repair as necessary. Install a
counterweight and remove oil pan. new drain plug gasket.

PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE I ALL MAIN BEARINGS ARE LUBRICATED AS


LONGITUDINAL
OIL GALLERY SHOWN. CONNECTING ROD CRANKPIN
END BEARINGS ARE LUBRICATED BY
HOLES DRILLED IN THE CRANKSHAFT
BETWEEN THE MAIN AND PIN-JOURNALS
PUMP AND FILTER SIDE VIEW

STRAINER a
Fig. 47--Engine Oiling System
64x646
0 170-225 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-23
Inspect oil pan mounting flange for bends or dis- and secure with cotter pins. Install dust shield.
tortion. Straighten flange if necessary. (3) Lower vehicle, install oil dipstick and fill crank-
Clean oil screen and pipe thoroughly in clean sol- case to recommended level with proper grade of
vent. Inspect condition of screen. motor oil. Connect negative ground cable at battery.
Install oil screen and pipe. Turn pipe in until it
begins to tighten in the crankcase, continue tighten- OIL PUMP
ing until screen is positioned (Fig. 48). Hold a steel
rule against flat surface inside the case and meas-
ure from edge of rule to edge of oil screen. Measure- Removal
(1) Drain radiator, disconnect upper and lower
ment should be 1-1/8 inches with screen properly hoses. Remove fan shroud, if so equipped.
positioned. (2) Raise vehicle on hoist, support front of engine
Screen must be an interference with bottom of oil with a jack stand placed under the right front corner
pan. of engine oil pan. (Do not support the engine at the
crankshaft pulley or vibration damper.) Remove front
lnstallation engine mount bolts.
I70or 225 Cubic lneh Engine ( I I I“ Wheel- (3) Raise engine approximately 1-1/2to 2 inches.
base) (4) Remove oil filter, oil pump attaching bolts and
(1) Using a new pan gasket, install oil pan and remove pump assembly.
tighten bolts to 200 inch-pounds.
(2) Connect steering and idler arm ball joints to
center link. Tighten retaining nuts to 40 foot-pounds, Installation
and secure with cotter pins. Install dust shield. (1) Using new “0” rings, install oil pump and
(3) Lower vehicle on hoist, then lower the engine tighten to 200 inch-pounds.
down into position. Remove lifting fixture and plate. (2) Lower engine to its original position, install
(4) Install fan shroud, oil dipstick, horns and front engine mount bolts.
mounting brackets, and install the air cleaner. (3) Connect upper and lower radiator hoses. Install
(5) Again raise the vehicle on the hoist and install fan shroud, if so equipped.
motor mount stud nuts. Tighten to 75 foot-pounds. (4) Install oil filter.
(6) Lower vehicle and fill crankcase to recom- (5) Refill radiator.
mended level with proper grade of motor oil. Connect
negative ground cable at battery. Disassembly (Fig. 49)
(1) Remove pump cover and seal ring.
225 Cubic Inch Engine ( I I6I‘ (2) Press off drive gear. Support gear to keep the
Wheelbase) load off of aluminum body.
(1) Using a new oil pan gasket set, install the oil (3) Remove pump rotor and shaft and lift out outer
pan and tighten bolts to 200 inch-pounds. pump rotor.
(2) Connect steering and idler arm ball joints to (4) Remove oil pressure relief valve plug and lift
center link. Tighten retaining nuts to 40 foot-pounds out spring and plunger.

GASKET
I

INNER ROTOR AND SH

W AND LOCKWASHER

SCREW AND LOCKWASHER N Y 2066

Fig. 48-Positioning Oil Pick-up Tube und Screen Fig. 49-Oil Pump Disassembled View
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Fig. 52-Measuring Inner Rotor Thlckness


FEELER GAUGE
N Y 140A

Fig. 50-Measuring Oil Pump Cover Flotness

inspection and Repair


(1) Clean all parts thoroughly. Mating face of oil
pump cover should be smooth. Replace cover if it is
scratched or grooved.
(2) Lay a straightedge across the oil pump cover
surface (Fig. 50). If a .0015 inch feeler gauge can be
inserted between cover and straightedge, cover should
be replaced.

--
(3) If outer rotor length measures less than .649
inch (Fig. 51), and the diameter less than 2.469 inches,
replace outer rotor. INNER ROTOR 1 NY135
(4) If inner rotor length measures less than .649
Fig. 53-Measuring Clearance Over Rotors
inch (Fig. 52), replace inner rotor.
(5) Slide outer rotor and inner rotor into pump rotor in pump cavity.
body and place a straightedge across face between (8) Press outer rotor body to one side with fingers
bolt holes (Fig. 53). and measure clearance between outer rotor and pump
(6) If a feeler gauge of more than .004 inch can be body (Fig. 54). If measurement is more than .012 inch,
inserted between the rotors and straightedge, replace replace oil pump body.
pump body. (9) If clearance between inner rotor and outer ro-
(7) Remove inner rotor and shaft leaving outer tor (Fig. 55) is more than ,010 inch, replace inner and

TER ROTOR

NY136

Fig. 5 1-Measuring Outer Rotor Thickness Fig. 54-Meururing Outer Rotor Clearance
0 273-318 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-25
spring has a free length of 2-9/32 to 2-19/64 inch and
should test 14.85 to 15.85 lbs. when compressed to
1-19/32 inch. Discard spring that fails to meet speci-
fications.
(12) If oil pressure is low, inspect for worn bear-
FEELER GAUGE ings, or look for other causes of possible loss of oil
pressure.

Assembly
(1)Assemble pump, using new parts as required.
(2) Install new oil seal rings between cover and
body. Tighten cover bolts to 130 inch-pounds.

OIL FILTER
The oil filter should be replaced to coincide with
Fig. 55-Measuring Clearance Between Rotors every second oil change.
(1) Using Tool C-3845, unscrew filter from base of
outer rotors. oil pump and discard.
(10) Inspect oil pump relief valve plunger for scar- (2) Wipe base clean.
ing and for free operation in its bore. Small scores (3) Screw new filter on the base until gasket on
may be removed with 400 grit wet or dry paper pro- filter contacts base.
viding extreme care is used not to round off the sharp (4) To obtain an effective seal, tighten filter by
edge portion of valve. hand the additional number of turns indicated on the
(11) For 170-225 cubic inch engines the relief valve replacement filter. Start engine and inspect for leaks.

EIGHT CYLINDER ENGINES


273-318 CUBIC INCH
INDEX
Page Page
Camshaft ..................................... 37 Cylinder Block .............................. 41
Camshaft Bearings ............................ 37 Installation of Rear Main Bearing Oil Seals ...... 43
Crankshaft Identification ....................... 41 Measuring Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance ... 41
Crankshaft Main Bearings ..................... 42 Oil Pan ....................................... 44
Crankshaft Main Journals ...................... 42 Oil Pump .................................... 44
Crankcase Ventilation System .................. 87 Piston, Pins and Rings ........................ 39
Cylinder Block ................................ 39 Repair of Damaged or Worn Threads ........... 90
Cylinder Heads ............................... 28 Rocker Arms and Shaft Assembly .............. 28
Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing ................ 38 Specifications ................................. 90
Engine Assembly .............................. 27 Timing Chain Cover, Oil Seal and Chain ........ 34
Engine Mounts ................................ 26 Tune-up ...................................... 25
Installation of Connecting R o d Bearings ........ 41 Valves and Valve Springs ...................... 30
Installing Piston and Connecting Rod Assembly in Valve Timing .................................. 34

SERVICE PROCEDURES
TUNE-UP ( 5 ) Clean or replace spark plug as necessary and
adjust gap to .035 inch. Tighten to 30 foot-pounds
(1) Test battery specific gravity, add water if neces- using new gaskets.
sary, clean and tighten battery connections. (6) Test resistance of spark plug cables. Refer to
(2) Test cranking voltage. See “Starting Motor “Ignition System Secondary Circuit Inspection” Elec-
Cranking Voltage” Electrical Section of this manual. trical Section.
(3) Tighten the intake manifold bolts to 35 foot- (7)Inspect the breaker plate contacts, primary wire
pounds. and vacuum advance operation. Replace parts as nec-
(4) Perform cylinder compression test. Compres- essary. Refer to Ignition System and make necessary
sion should not vary more than 20 pounds. adjustment. Test coil output voltage, primary and
9-26 ENGINE-273-318 CUBIC INCH
secondary resistance. Test Condenser.
(8)Reset ignition timing with vacuum advance line
disconnected. Ignition timing should be set to com-
pensate for altitudes and/or gasoline grades.
(9) Set carburetor idle mixture adjustment. Adjust
throttle stop screw to specifications. Perform a com-
bustion analysis.
(10)Test fuel pump for pressure and vacuum. Re-
fer to “Fuel System” Group 14,Specifications.
(11) Inspect manifold heat control valve in the
right exhaust manifold for proper operation and apply
Manifold Heat Control Valve Solvent Part Number
1879318 or equivalent to the bushing and shaft.
(12)Every 6 months, remove air cleaner filter ele-
ment and blow out dirt gently with air hose. Direct air
from inside out, and keep nozzle 2 inches away from
element to avoid damaging. Clean metal housing and
replace element (Fig. 1). Every two years, install a
new factory recommended filter element or equiv-
alent. Service unit more frequently when driving
under severe conditions, such as in dusty areas.
(13)Inspect crankcase ventilation system as out- Fig. 2-Front Engine Mounts 1 1 1 Wheelbase
lined on page 87.
(14)Inspect and adjust accessory belt drives refer- lnstallat ion
ring to “Cooling System,” Group 7, for proper ad- (1)Install insulator to engine bracket and tighten
justments. to specified torque.
(15)Road test vehicle as a final test. (2)Lower engine and install washers and prevail-
ing torque nuts to insulator studs; tighten nuts to
FRONT ENGINE MOUNTS (Figs. 2 and 3) specified torque.
(3)Connect throttle at transmission and carbu-
Removal retor.
(1)Disconnect throttle linkage at transmission and
at carburetor. REAR ENGINE MOUNT (Figs. 4 and 5)
(2) Raise hood and position fan to clear radiator
hose and radiator top tank. Removal
(3) Remove torque nuts from insulator studs. (1)Raise vehicle on hoist.
(4) Raise engine just enough to remove front en- (2)Install transmission jack.
gine mount assembly. (3) Remove rear engine crossmember from frame

I ” I””,
I_ -. J
Fig. I-Cleaning Filter Element Fig. %Front Engine Mounts 1 16.5“ Wheelbase
0 273-318 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-27
assure proper adjustment when installing. Remove
hood.
TRANSMISSION (2)Drain cooling system and remove battery.
EXTENSION ASSY. (3)Remove all hoses, fan shroud (if so equipped),
oil cooler lines and radiator.
(4)Disconnect fuel lines, linkage and wires at-
tached to engine units and remove air cleaner and
carburetor.
(5) Attach engine lifting fixture Tool (2-3466to
carburetor flange studs on intake manifold.
(6)Raise vehicle on a hoist and install engine sup
port fixture Tool (2-3487on the chassis to support rear
of engine.
(7)Drain transmission.
(8)Disconnect exhaust pipes at the manifolds, pro-
peller shaft, wires linkage, speedometer cable, and oil
cooler lines at transmission.
(9) Remove engine rear support crossmember and
a remove transmission from vehicle.
(10) Lower vehicle and attach a crane or other
Fig. 4-Engine Rear Support 1 1 1” Wheelbase
suitable lifting tool to fixture eyebolt.
and remove rear mount. (11)Remove engine front mounts. Raise engine
with lifting tool and work engine out of chassis.
installation (12)Place engine in repair stand C-3167and adap-
(1) Install rear engine mount to crossmember and ter C-3662for disassembly using transmission mount-
tighten nut to specified torque. ing bolts.
(2)Install rear crossmember to frame and tighten
bolts to specified torque. lnsta Ilation
(3)Remove transmission jack.
(1) Attaching engine lifting fixture Tool C-3466 to
(4)Install rear engine mount to transmission bolts
carburetor flange studs on intake manifold.
and tighten to specified torque. (2)Attach a crane or other suitable lifting tool to
(5) Lower vehicle. fixture eyebolt.
(3)Remove engine from repair stand and lower en-
ENGINE ASSEMBLY gine carefully until engine is positioned in the chassis
with front engine mounts in place.
Removal (4)Install engine support fixture Tool C-3487 on
(1) Scribe outline of hinge brackets on the hood to
chassis to support rear of engine. Remove the crane
or lifting tool.
( 5 ) Raise vehicle on a hoist, install the transmis-
sion, engine rear support crossmember, tighten front
engine mounts, remove the engine support fixture,
To01 C-3487.
(6)Connect propeller shaft, wires, linkage, speed-
ometer cable, oil cooler lines at transmission, connect
exhaust pipes to manifolds. Install transmission filler
tube.
CROSS MEMBER ’
(7)Lower vehicle and remove engine lifting fixture
Tool C-3466from engine. Install carburetor and fuel
lines.
(8)Install radiator, fan shroud, hoses, oil cooler
lines and connect all wires and linkage.
(9) Install hood using scribe marks for proper
alignment.
(10) Close all drain cocks and fill cooling system,
Fig. 5-Engine Rear Support 116.5” Wheelbase install battery.
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(11)Fill engine crankcase and transmission. Refer time engage intake rocker arm. Install spring and
to “Lubrication” Group 0, for quantities and lubri- engage exhaust rocker arm. Install remainer of the
cants to use. Inspect entire system for leaks and cor- rocker arms in same sequence. Make sure that head
rect as necessary. bolt holes in rocker shaft line up with head bolt holes
Whenever an engine has been rebuilt and/or a new in rocker shaft strut. In addition, plug hole in strut
camshaft and/or new tappets have been installed, add must also line up with hole in rocker shaft. Tap in
one quart of MoPar Engine Supplement Part Number rocker arm shaft plug. Install plugs in both ends of
1879406 or equivalent to engine oil to aid break-in. r(
The oil mixture should be left in engine for a mini-
mum of 500 miles, and drained at the next normal oil C
change.
(12) Start engine and run until normal operating m e chrome auoy cast iron cylinder heads shown in
temperature is reached. figure 6 are held in place by 10 bolts. The spark
(13) On 273 Cubic Inch, adjust the tappets, Hot; plugs are located in peak of the wedge between the
intake .013inch, exhaust .021inch. valves.
(14) Test timing (with vacuum advance line re-
moved) and adjust carburetor and transmission link- Removal
age as necessary. Connect vacuum lines, -’-
’---&-”
’1) Drain cooling system and disconnect battery
cleaner and road test the vehicle. und cable.
2) Remove alternator, carburetor air cleaner and
ROCKER ARMS AND SHAFT ASSEM 1 line.
3) Disconnect accelerator linkage.
Removal-U.S. BUILT 4) Remove vacuum control hose between carbu-
(1)Disconnect spark plug wires by pulling on the retor and distributor.
boot straight out in line with plug. (5) Remove distributor cap and wires.
(2)Disconnect closed vent system from right cylin- (6)Disconnect coil wires, heat indicator sending
der head cover. unit wire, heater hoses and by-pass hose.
(3)Remove cylinder head cover and gasket. (7)Remove closed vent system and cylinder head
(4)Remove five rocker shaft bolts and retainers. covers.
(5)Remove rocker arms and shaft assembly. (8)Remove intake manifold, ignition coil and car-
buretor as an assembly.
Removal (3 I 8 Cubic Inch Engine, CANADIAN (9) Remove exhaust manifolds.
BUILT) (10) On U.S.BUILT,remove rocker arm and shaft
It will be necessary to remove the cylinder heads assemblies, pull push rods and place them in their re-
for cleaning, inspection or installation of new parts. spective slots in holder Tool C-3086.
Remove lock plug, slide the rocker shaft out of the The CANADIAN BUILT 318 Cubic Inch Engine
rocker shaft struts disengaging rocker arms and push rods are removed with cylinder head and
springs. rocker arm assemblies.

Installation-U.S. BUILT (11)Remove the 10 head bolts from each cylinder


(1)Install rocker arm and shaft assemblies with OIL FEED INTAKE SPARK DOWEL
“NOTCH” on end of rocker shaft pointing to center-
line of engine and toward front of engine on the left
bank and to the rear on right bank, making sure to
install the long stamped steel retainers in the number
two and four positions, tighten to 15 foot-pounds.
(2) On 273 Cubic Inch, adjust tappets. Hot; intake
.013inch, exhaust .021inch.
(3)Install cylinder head cover and tighten to 40
inch-pounds.
(4)Install closed crankcase ventilation system.
’V
COOLANT
Installation (3 I 8 Cubic Inch Engine, PASSAGE EXHAUST VALVES NK6
CANADIAN BUILT)
Slide rocker shaft into bore of strut and at the same Fig. 6 4 y l i n d e r Head
0 273-318 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-29
head and remove cylinder heads. “Finger Tight” in the tightening sequence shown in
(12) Place cylinder heads in holding fixture Tool Figure 8. Tighten cap screws one through four to 25
C-3626. Remove push rods and place them in their foot-pounds and tighten remaining cap screws to 25
respective slots in holder Tool (2-3068 and remove foot-pounds, then retighten cap screws one through
spark plugs. four to 35 foot-pounds and follow by retightening the
remaining cap screws to 35 foot-pounds in sequence
lnstallation shown.
(1)Clean all gasket surfaces of cylinder block and (b) On CANADIAN BUILT 318 Cubic Inch Engine
cylinder heads. install intake manifold, tighten manifold bolts to 40
(2) Inspect all surfaces with a straightedge if there foot-pounds.
is any reason to suspect leakage. (11) Install exhaust manifolds with new gaskets,
(3) Coat new gaskets with number 1057794 Sealer the extended shield is used on left side, tighten to 30
and install on cylinder block. foot-pounds.
(4) Remove cylinder heads from holding fixtures (12) Adjust spark plugs to .035 inch gap and install
Tool C-3626 and place heads on engine. the plugs tightening to 30 foot-pounds.
(5) Install cylinder head bolts. Starting at top ten- (13) Install coil wires, heat indicator sending unit
ter, tighten all cylinder head bolts to 50 foot-pounds wire, heater hoses and bypass hose.
in sequence, as shown in Figure 7. Repeat procedure, (14) Install vacuum control hose between carbu-
retighten all cylinder head bolts to 85 foot-pounds. retor and distributor.
(6) On US. BUILT install push rods, rocker arm (15) Install accelerator linkage and adjust as neces-
and shaft assemblies with the “NOTCH” on the end of sary.
rocker shaft pointing to centerline of engine and (16) Install distributor cap and wires.
toward front of engine on the left bank and to the (17) Install fuel line, alternator and drive belt.
rear on right bank, making sure to install the long Tighten alternator bracket bolts to 30 foot-pounds and
stamped steel retainers in the number two and four adjusting strap mounting bolt to 30 foot-pounds. See
positions, tighten to 15 foot-pounds. Cooling Section on adjusting belt tension.
(7) Inspect push rods and replace worn or bent (18) Fill cooling system and install battery ground
rods. cable.
(8) On CANADIAN BUILT 318 Cubic Inch install (19) Operate engine until normal operating tem-
push rods with ball end in tappets, using Tool C-3695 perature is reached (approximately 180O F . water
to position socket end of push rod under rocker arm. temperature).
Make certain low point of camshaft lobe i s under (20) Allow engine to idle at 550 rpm at this tem-
tappet. perature for five minutes.
(9) Coat intake manifold side gaskets with number (21) On 273 Cubic Inch, adjust the tappets, Hot; in-
1057794 sealer or equivalent and end gaskets with take .013 inch, exhaust .021 inch.
1316241 sealer or equivalent. Install intake manifold (22) Place new cylinder head cover gaskets in posi-
gaskets with the bead down and end seals locked in tion and install cylinder head covers. Tighten to 40
the tangs of head gasket. Add a drop of sealer in inch-pounds.
the “V” notches of side seals after installation. (23) Install closed crankcase ventilation system.
(10) (a) On U.S. BUILT, position intake manifold
on engine and install the twelve attaching cap screws

Fig. 8-Intake Manifold Tightening Sequence


Fig. 7-Cylinder Heud Tightening Sequence (Typical)
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VALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS 1

Valves are arranged in line on the U.S. BUILT


engines and are staggered on the CANADIAN BUILT
318 cubic inch engine. Valve guides are integral with
the heads.

Removal
(1) With cylinder head removed, compress valve
springs using Tool C-3422A, as shown in Fig. 9.
(2) Remove valve retaining locks, valve spring re-
tainers, valve stem cup seals and valve springs. Re-
move any burrs from the valve stem lock grooves to
prevent damage to the valve guide when valves are ~ ~ ~~

removed.
Fig. IO-lnstulling Vulve und Tool C-3973

Valve inspection Ream the guides for valves with oversize stems if dial
(1) Clean valves thoroughly and discard burned, indicator reading is excessive or if the stems are
warped and cracked valves. scuffed or scored.
(2) Measure valve stems for wear. New intake valve (d) Service valve with oversize stems are available
stem diameter should measure .372 to .373 inch and in .005, .015 and .030 inch oversize. Reamers to ac-
exhaust valve stem diameter should measure .371 to commodate the oversize valve stem are as follows:
.372 inch. If wear exceeds .002 inch, replace valve. Reamer Tool C-3433 (.379 to .380 inch) Reamer Tool
(3) Remove carbon and varnish deposits from in- C-3430 (.389 to .390 inch) Reamer Tool C-3427 (.404
side of valve guides with cleaner, Tool C-756. to ,405 inch).
(4) Measure valve stem guide clearance as follows: (e) Slowly turn reamer by hand and clean guide
(a) Install sleeve Tool C-3973 over valve stem (Fig. thoroughly before installing new valve. Do not at-
10) and install valve. The special sleeve places the tempt to ream the valve guides from standard directly
valve at the correct height for checking with a dial to .030 inch. Use step procedure of .005, .015 and .030
indicator. inch so the valve guides may be reamed true in rela-
(b) Attach dial indicator Tool C-3339 to cylinder tion to the valve seat.
head and set it at right angle of valve stem being
measured (Fig. 11).
(c) Move valve to and from the indicator. The total Refacing Valves and Valve Seats
(1) The intake and exhaust valve seats and valve
dial indicator reading should not exceed .017 inch. faces have a 45 degree angle except the U.S.BUILT
exhaust valve face which has a 43 degree angle. The

s NK9 NKl1

Fig. 9-Compressing Vulve Spring Fig. I I-Meusuring Valve Guide Weur


0 273-318 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-31

A-SEAT WIDTH (INTAKE 1/16 TO 3/32 INCH


EXHAUST: 3/64 TO 1/16 INCH)
B-FACE ANGLE (INTAKE: 45'-EXHAUST: 43')
C-SEAT ANGLE (INTAKE: 45'-EXHAUST: 45')
D-CONTACT SURFACE
W R
Fig. 12-Valve Face and Seat Angles

valve face and valve seat angles are shown in Figure


12.
(2) Inspect the remaining margin after the valves KH333
are refaced (Fig. 13). Valves with less than 3/64 inch Fig. 14-Testing Valve Spring
margin should be discarded.
(3) When refacing valve seats, it is important that the exhaust seats should be 3/64 to 1/16 inch.
the correct size valve guide pilot be used for reseating
stones. A true and complete surface must be obtained. Testing Valve Springs (Fig. 14)
(4) Measure the concentricity of valve seat using (1) Whenever valves have been removed for inspec-
dial indicator No. 13725. Total runout should not ex- tion, reconditioning or replacement, valve springs
ceed .002 inch (total indicator reading). should be tested. As an example the compression
(5) Check the valve seat with Prussian blue to de- length of the spring to be tested is 1-5/16 inches. Turn
termine where the valve contacts the seat. To do this, table of Tool C-647 until surface is in line with the
coat valve seat lightly with Prussian blue then set 1-5/16 inch mark on the threaded stud and the zero
valve in place. Rotate the valve with light pressure. If mark to the front. Place spring over stud on the table
the blue is transferred to the center of valve face, and lift compressing lever to set tone device. Pull on
contact is satisfactory. If the blue is transferred to top torque wrench until ping is heard. Take reading on
edge of valve face, lower valve seat with a 30' stone. torque wrench at this instant. Multiply this reading
If the blue is transferred to bottom edge of valve face by two. This will give the spring load at test length.
raise valve seat with a 60' stone. Fractional measurements are indicated on the table
(6) When seat is properly positioned the width of for finer adjustments. Refer to specifications to ob-
intake seats should be 1/16 to 3/32 inch. The width of tain specified height and allowable tensions. Discard
the springs that do not meet specifications.
(2) Inspect each valve spring for squareness with a
Bc
INTAKE
7
EXHAUST steel square and surface plate, test springs from both
VALVE VALVE ends (Fig. 15).
If the spring is more than 1/16 inch out of square,
install a new spring.
lnstallation
(1) Coat valve stems with lubrication oil and insert
them in cylinder head.
(2) If valves or seats are reground, check valve
VALVE SPRING RETAINER stem height with Tool C-3968 for U.S.BUILT Engines
and gauge Tool C-3927 for CANADIAN BUILT 318
LOCK GROOVES

Cubic Inch Engine (Fig. 16). If valve is too long, grind


off the tip until length is within limits.
(3) Install new cup seals on all valve stems and over
K H33OC valve guides (Fig. 17). Install valve springs and retain-
Fig. 13-Intake and Exhaust Vahres ers. Install springs so that closed coils are against
9-32 ENGINE-273-318 CUBIC INCH n

the top of spacer). If height is greater than 1-11/16


VALVE
inches, install a 1/16 inch spacer in head counterbore
SPRING to bring spring height back to normal 1-5/8 inches to
1 1-11/16 inches.

HYDRAULIC TAPPETS (318 Cubic Inch)


Preliminary to Checking the Hydraulic
Tappets
(1) Before disassembling any part of the engine to
correct tappet noise, read the oil pressure at the
gauge and check the oil level in the oil pan. The
KR145A
pressure should be between 45 and 65 pounds at 1000
R.P.M.
Fig. 15-Checking Valve Spring Squareness (2) The oil level in the pan should never be above
the “full” mark on dipstick, or below the “add oil”
A mark. Either of these two conditions could be respon-
4 sible for noisy tappets.

Oil Level Too High


If oil level is above “full” mark on dipstick,
it is possible for the connecting rods to dip into the oil
while engine is running and create foam. Foam in oil
pan would be fed to the hydraulic tappets by the oil
pump causing them to lose length and allow valves to
seat noisily.

Oil Level Too Low


a- -r Low oil level may allow oil pump to take in air
which, when fed to the tappets, causes them to lose
Fig. 16-Measuring Valve Stem Length length and allows valves to seat noisily. Any leaks on
intake side of pump through which air can be drawn
cylinder head. will create the same tappet action. When tappet noise
(4) Compress valve springs with Tool C-3422A,in- is due to aeration, it may be intermittent or constant,
stall locks and release tool. If valves and/or seats are and usually more than one tappet will be noisy. When
reground, measure the installed height of springs. oil level and leaks have been corrected, engine should
Make sure measurement is taken from bottom of be operated at fast idle for sufficient time to allow all
spring seat in cylinder head to the bottom surface of of the air inside of the tappets to be bled out.
spring retainer (if spacers are installed, measure from
Tappet Noise Diagnosis
(1) To determine source of tappet noise, operate
engine at idle with cylinder head covers removed.
(2) Feel each valve spring or rocker arm to detect
noisy tappet. The noisy tappet will cause the affected
spring and/or rocker arm to vibrate or feel rough in
operation.
I ‘ - I Worn valve guides or cocked springs are sometimes

E
mistaken for noisy tappets. If such is the case, noise
may be dampened by applying side thrust on the
valve spring. If noise is not appreciably reduced, it
can be assumed the noise i s in the tappet. Inspect the
NK13 rocker arm push rod sockets and push rod ends for
wear.
Fig. 17-lnsialling Valve, Cup Seal, (3) Valve tappet noise ranges from light noise to
Spring and Retainer a heavy click. A light noise is usually caused by exces-
0 273-318 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-33
sive leakdown around the unit plunger which will
necessitate replacing the tappet, or by the plunger
partially sticking in the tappet body cylinder. A heavy TAPPET BODY
click is caused either by a tappet check valve not
seating, or by foreign particles becoming wedged be-
tween the plunger and the tappet body, causing the PLUNGER SPRING
plunger to stick in the down position. This heavy click
will be accompanied by excessive clearance between
the valve stem and rocker arm as valve closes. In .UNGER
either case, tappet assembly should be removed for
inspection and cleaning.

Tappet Removal
(1)The tappets can be removed without removing
cylinder heads by following this recommended proce-
NK559
PLUNGER CAP

PLUNGER RETAINER SPRING CLIP


a
dure: Remove cylinder head covers.
(2) Remove rocker arms and shaft assembly. Fig. 18-Hydraulic Tapper Assembly
(3)Remove push rods and place them in their re- (Disassembled View)
spective holes in Tool C-3068.
(4) Slide Tool C-3661 through opening in cylinder indicates any condition that would prevent valve from
head and seat tool firmly in the head of tappet. seating, install a new tappet assembly.
(5) Pull tappet out of bore with a twisting motion. (4) Assemble tappets (Fig. 18).
If all tappets are to be removed, remove hydraulic
tappets and place them in their respective holes in Testing
tappet and push rod holder, Tool C-3068.This will (1)Fill a pan with clean kerosene.
insure installation of the tappets in their original loca- (2) Remove cap from plunger and plunger from
tions. tappet body.
A diamond shaped marking stamped on the engine (3)Fill tappet body with kerosene and install
numbering pad indicates that some tappet bodies are plunger.
.008 inch oversize. (4) Unseat check valve with a brass rod to permit
CAUTION: The plunger and tappet bodies are not complete installation of plunger. Replace cap.
interchangeable. The plunger and valve must always (5) Hold tappet in an upright position and insert
be fitted to the original body. I t is advisable to work lower jaw of pliers, Tool (2-3160,in the groove of
on one tappet at a time to avoid mixing of parts. tappet body (Fig. 19).
Mixed parts are not compatible. Do not disassemble a (6)Engage jaw of pliers with top of tappet plunger.
tappet on a dirty work bench. Test leakdown by compressing the pliers. If plunger
collapses almost instantly as pressure is applied, dis-
assemble tappet, clean and test again (Fig. 19).
Disassembly (Fig. 18) (7)If tappet still does not operate satisfactorily
(1)Pry out plunger retainer spring clip.
(2) Clean varnish deposits from inside of tappet
after cleaning, install a new tappet assembly.
If the tappet or bore in cylinder block is scored,
body above plunger cap.
scuffed, or shows signs of sticking, ream the bore to
(3)Invert tappet body and
- -remove
- plunger - cap,
- nert aversize.
plunger, flat check -
valve retainer and 1
(4) Separate plt
check valve spring.
place in tappet hold in their original
iembly.
Cleaning and As rm up to normal
(1)Clean all tap
move all varnish an
(2) Replace tapp
... .- .....
ralve mechanism,
ice with new assem,,,,,. =.,yl..= ,,,vs, .I-.
idle until all hy-
(3)If plunger shows signs of scoring or wear and draulic tappets have filled with oil and have become
valve is pitted, or if valve seat on end of plunger quiet.
9-34 ENGINE-273-318 CUBIC INCH 0

(2) Remove pulley from vibration damper and bolt


and washer securing vibration damper on crankshaft.
(3)Install Tool C-3688 and pull vibration damper
from end of crankshaft (Fig. 20).
(4)Remove fuel lines and fuel pump.
(5) Loosen oil pan bolts and remove the front bolt
at each side.
(6)Remove chain case cover and gasket using ex-
treme caution to avoid damaging oil pan gasket.
It is normal to find particles of neoprene collect
between the crankshaft seal retainer and crankshaft
oil slinger.
(7)Slide crankshaft oil slinger from end of crank-
shaft.

riming chain

Fig. 19-Testing Tappet Using Tool C-3 1 6 0 (Measuring Timing Chain for Stretch)
(a) Place a scale next to timing chain so that any
movement of chain may be measured.
VALVE TIMING (b) Place a torque wrench and socket over cam-
shaft sprocket attaching bolt and apply torque in
(1) "urn crankshaft until the NO. 6 exhaust valve
direction of crankshaft rotation to take up slack; 30
is closing and NO. 6 intake valve is opening.
foot-pounds (with cylinder head installed) or 15 foot-
(2) 273 Cubic Inch Engine, turn No. 1 intake valve
pour.ds (cylinder heads removed). With a torque ap-
adjusting screw in one complete turn to remove lash plied to the camshaft sprocket bolt, crankshaft should
(second valve on left bank). not be permitted to move. It may be necessary to
318 Cubic Inch Engine, insert a 1/4 inch spacer b e
block crankshaft to prevent rotation.
tween rocker arm pad and stem tip of No. 1 intake (c) Holding a scale with dimensional reading even
valve. Allow spring load to bleed tappet down giving with edge of a chain link, apply torque in the reverse
in effect a solid tappet. direction 30 foot-pounds (with cylinder heads in-
(3)Install a dial indicator so plunger contacts stalled) or 15 foot-pounds (cylinder heads removed)
valve spring retainer as nearly perpendicular as and note amount of chain movement (Fig. 21).
possible. Zero the indicator. (d) Install a new timing chain, if its movement ex-
(4)Rotate crankshaft clockwise (normal running ceeds 3/16 inch.
direction) until valve has lifted .028 inch for 273 (e) If chain is satisfactory, slide the crankshaft oil
cubic inch engine or .017 inches for 318 cubic inch slinger over shaft and up against sprocket (flange
engine. away from sprocket).
CAUTION: Do not turn crankshaft any further clock-
(f) If chain is not satisfactory, remove camshaft
wise as valve spring might bottom and result in seri-
sprocket attaching cup washer, fuel pump eccentric
ous damage.
CHAIN CASE COVER
The timing of the crankshaft pulley should now read
from 10 degrees before top dead center to 2 degrees
after top dead center. Readjust lash or remove spacer.
(5) If reading is not within specified limits:
(a) Check sprocket index marks.
(b) Inspect timing chain for wear.
(c) Check accuracy of DC mark on timing indi-
cator.

TIMING CHAIN COVER, OIL SEAL


AND CHAIN
VIBRATION DAMPER NK,4
Cover Removal
(1)Drain cooling system and remove radiator, fan
belt and water pump assembly. Fig. 20-Removing Damper Assembly
0 273-318 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-35

_'I 3/16 INCH,

/
TORQUE
WRENCH

NK16

Fig. 2 I-Measuring Timing Chain Stretch Fig. 23-Alignment of Timing Marks

and remove timing chain with crankshaft and cam- and camshaft bolt. Tighten bolt to 35 foot-pounds.
shaft sprockets. (m) Check camshaft for .002 to .006 inch end play
When installing timing chain, use Tool C-3509 to with a new thrust plate and up to .010 inch end play
prevent camshaft from contacting the welch plug in with a used thrust plate. If not within these limits
the rear of engine block. Remove distributor and oil install a new thrust plate.
pumpdistributor drive gear. Locate tool against rear (n) If within limits, slide the crankshaft oil slinger
side of cam gear and attach tool with distributor r e over shaft and up against sprocket (flange away from
tainer plate bolt (Fig. 22). sprocket).
(g) Place both camshaft sprocket and crankshaft
sprocket on the bench with timing marks on exact Oil Seal Replacement (Cover Removed)
imaginary center line through both camshaft and
crankshaft bores. (1) Position remover screw of Tool C-3506 through
(h) Place timing chain around both sprockets. case cover with inside of case cover up. Position
(i) Turn crankshaft and camshaft to line up with puller blocks directly opposite each other, and force
keyway location in crankshaft sprocket and in cam- the angular lip between the neoprene and flange of
shaft sprocket. the seal retainer.
(j) Lift sprockets and chain (keep sprockets tight
(2) Place washer and nut on remover screw. Tight-
against the chain in position as described). en nut as tight as possible by hand, forcing the blocks
(k) Slide both sprockets evenly over their respec- into the gap to a point of distorting the seal retainer
tive shafts and use a straight edge to check alignment lip, (Fig. 24). This is important, remover is only posi-
of timing marks (Fig. 23). tioned at this point.
(1) Install the fuel pump eccentric, cup washer,
(3) Place sleeve over the retainer and place remov-

/ NK18A

Fig. 24-Remover Blocks Expanded to Puller


Fig. 22-Camshaft Holding Tool C-3509 Position
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING PLATE (TOOL)

I
\\
INSTALLING PLATE

REMOVER SCREW (TOOL)


70L) REMOVER SCREW (TOOL)

CHAIN CASE CO

Fig. 25-Removing Oil Seal Fig. 27-fnstalling New S w l

ing and installing plate into sleeve. FEELER GAUGE / SEAL


(4) Place flat washer and nut on remover screw.
Hold tool center screw and tighten tool lock nut to
remove seal, (Fig. 25).
(5) Insert remover screw through removing and in-
stalling plate so that the thin shoulder will be facing
UP-
(6) Insert remover screw with plate through the
seal opening (inside of chain case cover facing up).
(7) Place seal in the cover opening, with neoprene
down. Place the seal installing plate into the new seal,
with protective recess toward lip of seal retainer (Fig.
26).
(8) Install flat washer and nut on remover screw, Fig. 28-Inspecting Seal for Proper Seating
hold screw and tighten the nut (Fig. 27).
(9) Seal is properly installed when neoprene is tight chain case cover capscrews to 30 foot-pounds first
against face of cover. Try to insert a .0015 feeler then tighten oil pan capscrews to 15 foot-pounds.
gauge between neoprene and cover (Fig. 28). If the (3) Position damper hub slot on key in crankshaft.,
seal is installed properly, the feeler gauge cannot be and slide hub on crankshaft.
inserted. (4) Place installing tool, part of Puller set Tool
G3688 in position and press damper hub on crank-
shaft (Fig. 29).
Cover lnstallcrtion (5) Slide pulley over the shaft and attach with
(1) Be sure mating surfaces of chain case cover and
cylinder block are clean and free from burrs. bolts and lockwashers. Tighten the bolts to 15 foot-
(2) Using a new gasket carefully install chain case
pounds.
cover to avoid damaging oil pan gasket. Tighten
(TOOL)

:TOOL)

COVER

SEAL ASSEMBLY

NK20A

Fig. 26-Positioning Installer Plate Fig. 29-lnstalfing Damper Assembly


0 273-318 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-37
(6) Install damper hub retainer washer and bolt.
(7) Install fuel pump and fuel lines.
OIL PUMP AND DISTRIBUTOR
DRIVE GEAR INTEGRAL WITH
(8) Install water pump and housing assembly us- CAMSHAFT
ing new gaskets. Tighten bolts to 30 foot-pounds.
(9) Install radiator, fan and belt, hoses and close
drains.
(10)Fill cooling system.
(11)With timing indicator on “0”install distribu-
tor drive gear with slot pointing to the first intake
manifold bolt on left side of engine (Fig. 30).

CAMSHAFT
SHAFT SPROCKET
(Engine Removed from Vehicle)
NK25
The camshaft has an integral oil pump and distrib-
utor drive gear and a bolt on fuel pump eccentric, as Fig. 3 1-Camshaft and Sprocket Assembly
(Disassembled Vi ew )
shown in (Fig. 31).With engine in repair stand C-3167
and adapter C-3662.Remove intake manifold, cylinder plug in rear of cylinder block. Tool should remain
head covers, timing case cover, and timing chain. installed until the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets
and timing chain have been installed.
Removal Whenever an engine has been rebuilt and a new
(1)Remove rocker arm and shaft assemblies. camshaft and/or new tappets have been installed, one
(2) Remove push rods and tappets and place them quart of factory recommended oil additive should be
in their respective places in Tool C-3068 since each added to the engine oil to aid in break-in. The oil
part should be replaced in its original location. mixture should be left in the engine for a minimum
(3) Remove distributor and lift out the oil pump of 500 miles. Drain the oil mixture at the next normal
and distributor drive shaft. oil change.
(4) Remove camshaft thrust plate and carefully Whenever the camshaft is replaced, all of the t a p
withdraw the camshaft being careful not to damage pet faces must be inspected for crown with a straight-
cam bearings with the cam lobes. edge. If any negative (crown dish) is observed, tappet
must be replaced.
lnstallat ion
(1)Lubricate camshaft lobes and camshaft bearing CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
journals and insert the camshaft to within 2 inches of (Engine Removed from Vehicle)
its final position in cylinder block.
(2) Install Tool C-3509with tongue back of distrib Removal
(1)With engine completely disassembled, drive
utor drive gear, (Fig. 22).
(3) Hold tool in position with distributor lock plate
out rear cam bearing welch plug.
(2) Install proper size adapters and horse shoe
screw. This tool will restrict camshaft from being washers (part of Tool C-3132A)at back of each bear-
pushed in too far and prevent knocking out the welch ing shell to be removed and drive out bearing shells,
(Fig. 32).
TOOL

Fig. 30-Position of Distributor Drive Gear Fig. 32-Removing Camshaft Bearings


9-38 ENGINE-273-318 CUBIC INCH 0

lnstallation
(1) Install new camshaft bearings with Tool C-
3132A by sliding the new camshaft bearing shell over
proper adapter.
(2) Position rear bearing in the tool. Install horse
shoe lock and by reversing removal procedure, care-
fully drive bearing shell into place.
(3)Install remaining bearings in the same manner.
Bearings must be carefully aligned to bring oil
holes into full register with oil passages from the
main bearings. Also, Number two bearing must index
with the oil passage to the left cylinder head and
Number four bearing must index with the oil passage
to the right cylinder head. If the camshaft bearing Fig. 34--lnstalling Distributor Drive Shuft Bushing
shell oil holes are not in exact alignment, remove and
reinstall them correctly. Use Tool C-897 to install a shaft, time engine as follows:
new core hole plug at the rear of camshaft. Be sure (1) Rotate crankshaft until No. 1 cylinder is at top
this plug does not leak. dead center on the firing stroke.
(2) When in this position, the straight line on vibra-
DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE SHAFT BUSHINGS tion damper should be under (“0”) on the timing in-
dicator.
Removal (3) Coat shaft and drive gear with engine oil. Install
(1)Insert Tool C-3052into old bushing and thread the shaft so that after gear spirals into place, it will
down until a tight fit is obtained, (Fig. 33). index with the oil pump shaft, so slot in top of drive
(2) Hold puller screw and tighten puller nut until gear will point to the first intake manifold bolt on left
bushing is removed. side of engine as shown in (Fig. 30).

lnstallation lnstallcrtion of Distributor


(1)Slide new bushing over burnishing end of Tool (1) Hold the distributor over the mounting pad on
C-3053and insert the tool and bushing into the bore, cylinder block with vacuum chamber pointing toward
as shown in (Fig. 34). right of engine.
(2) Drive bushing and tool into position, using a (2) Turn rotor until it points forward and to ap-
soft hammer. proximate location of No. 1 tower terminal in distrib-
(3)As the burnisher is pulled through the bushing utor cap.
by tightening the puller nut, the bushing is expanded (3)Place distributor gasket in position.
tight in block and burnished to correct size, (Fig. 35). (4) Lower the distributor and engage the shaft in
DO NOT REAM THIS BUSHING. the slot of distributor drive shaft gear.
(5) Turn distributor clockwise until breaker con-
tacts are just separating and install hold down clamp.
Distributor Timing
Before installing the distributor and oil pump drive
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Fig. 33-Removing Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing Fig. 35-Burnishing Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing
0 273-318 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-39
CYLINDER BLOCK ing oil available from major oil distributors. Do not
use engine or transmission oil, mineral spirits or ker-
Piston Removal osene.
(1)Remove top ridge of cylinder bores with a relia- (3)Honing should be done by moving the hone up
ble ridge reamer before removing pistons from cylin- and down fast enough to get a cross-hatch pattern.
der block. Be sure to keep tops of pistons covered When hone marks intersect at 60°, the cross hatch
during this operation. Pistons and connecting rods angle is most satisfactory for proper seating of rings
must be removed from the top of cylinder block. (Fig. 36).
When removing piston and connecting rod assemblies (4) After honing, it is necessary that the block be
from the engine, rotate crankshaft so that each con- cleaned again to remove all traces of abrasives.
necting rod is centered in cylinder bore. CAUTION: Be sure all abrasives are removed from
(2) Remove connecting rod cap. engine parts after honing. I t is recommended that a
(3)Install Tool C-3221 on one connecting rod bolt solution of soap and water be used with a brush and
and protector over the other bolt and push each pis- the parts then thoroughly dried. The bore can be con-
ton and rod assembly out of cylinder bore. sidered clean when it can be wiped clean with a white
(4) After removal, install bearing cap on the mating cloth and cloth remains clean. Oil the bores after
rod. cleaning to prevent rusting.

Cleaning and Inspection PISTONS, PINS AND RINGS


(1) Clean cylinder block thoroughly and check all
core hole plugs for evidence of leaking. The pistons are cam ground so that the diameter at
(2)If new core hole plugs are installed coat edges the pin boss is less than its diameter across the thrust
of plug and core hole with a suitable sealer and drive face. This allows for expansion under normal operat-
plugs in place with driver, Tool C-897. ing conditions. Under operating temperatures, expan-
(3)Examine block for cracks or fractures. sion forces the pin bosses away from each other, thus,
causing the piston to assume a more nearly round
shape. It is important that pistons be checked for ta-
Cylinder Bore Inspection per and elliptical shape before they are fitted into the
The cylinder walls should be checked for out-of- cylinder bore (Fig.37).
round and taper with Tool C-119.If the cylinder bores
show more than .005”out-of-round, or a taper of more Finished Pistons
than .010”,or if the cylinder walls are badly scuffed All pistons are machined to the same weight in
or scored, the cylinder block should be rebored and grams, regardless of oversize to maintain piston bal-
honed, and new pistons and rings fitted. Whatever

C R 0S S - HATCH PATTERN
type of boring equipment is used, boring and honing
operation should be closely coordinated with the fit-
ting of pistons and rings in order that specified clear-
ances may be maintained. \
Honing Cylinder Bores
Before honing, stuff plenty of clean rags under the
bores, over the crankshaft to keep abrasive materials
from entering crankcase area.
(1)Used carefully, the cylinder bore resizing hone
C-823 equipped with 220 grit stones, is the best tool
for this job. In addition to deglazing, it will reduce
taper and out-of-round as well as removing light scuf-
fing, scoring or scratches. Usually a few strokes will
clean up a bore and maintain the required limits.
(2) Deglazing of the cylinder walls may be done
using a cylinder surfacing hone, Tool C-3501,equipped
with 280 grit stones (C-3501-3910) if the cylinder
bore is straight and round. 20-60 strokes depending
on the bore condition will be sufficient to provide a
satisfactory surface. Inspect cylinder walls after each
20 strokes. Use honing oil C-3501-3880or a light hon- Fig. 36-Cross Hatch Pattern
9-40 ENGINE-273-318 CUBIC INCH 0

V-8 .027 TO .035 IN. LESS


I T H A N DIAMETER AT ( 0 1

273 CUBIC INCH


DIAMETER (D)SHOULD BE
I .0005 INCH LARGER THAN (C)
THE ELLIPTICAL SHAPE
OF THE PISTON SKIRT SHOULD BE 318 CUBIC INCH
.008 TO .010 INCH FOR 273 CUBIC DIAMETERS AT (C) AND (D)
INCH AND .010 TO .013 INCH SHOULD BE EQUAL * .0005 INCH
FOR 318 CUBIC INCH LESS AT
DIAMETER (A) THAN ACROSS THE
THRUST FACES AT DIAMETER (B). 64xb44B

Fig. 37-Piston Measurements


ance. For cylinder bores which have been honed or
rebored, pistons are available in standard and the Fig. 38-Fitting Piston in Cylinder Bore
following oversizes: .005, .020, .040 inch.
from bottom of cylinder bore in which it is to be fitted
Piston Fitting (An inverted piston can be used to push the rings
Piston fitting should be done at normal room tem- down to insure positioning rings squarely in the cyl-
perature, 70°F.Use a spring scale and a strip of 1/2 inder wall before measuring).
inch wide feeler stock .0015 inch thickness. The (2) Insert feeler stock in the gap. The ring gap
feeler stock should be long enough to extend into the should be between .010 to .020 inch for compression
cylinder bore to the full length of piston travel. Cyl- rings and .015 to .062 inch for oil ring steel rails in
inder bore and piston must be clean. standard size bores (for new service rings). Maximum
(1) Coat cylinder bore lightly with SAE 1OW engine gap in .005 inch O/S bores should be .060 inch for
oil. Insert the piston in the bore upside down with compression rings and .070 inch for oil ring steel
feeler stock between thrust face of piston and cylin- rails.
der wall. (3) Measure side clearance between piston ring and
(2) Hold the piston and draw the feeler stock ring land (Fig. 39). Clearance should be .0015 to .OOg
straight out, with spring scale Tool C-690. inch for the top compression ring and the intermedi-
(3) The amount of pull required should be from 5 ate ring. Steel rail service oil ring should be free in

-
to 10 pounds (Fig. 38). groove, but should not exceed .005 inch side clear-
ance.
Piston Pins (4) 273 Cubic Inch Engine, the keys on the spacer
(1) With new piston and new pins at room tempera- expander must be inserted into the slot which is at the
ture, 70°F., pin should be a light thumb push fit in
the piston and connecting rod. Replacement is neces-
sary if there is excessive clearance between the pin
and the piston. Ream piston and connecting rod to
next oversize. New pistons are supplied with properly +*
I V PISTON RING

fitted pins.
(2) Assemble pistons-and rods for the left hand cyl-
inder bank (1-3-5-7) with piston boss marked “Front” /RING GROOVE
and indent on piston head on the same side as the
larger chamfer on large end of connecting rod. As-
semble pistons and rods to be used in the right cylin-
der bank (2-4-6-8) with “Front” and indent opposite
the large chamfer in the connecting rod.
Fitting Rings
(1)Measure piston ring gap about two inches Fig. 39-Measuring Piston Ring Clearance
0 273-318 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-41
bottom of the oil ring groove. Position the keys parting face. When installing the lower bearing shell,
so they will be at the outboard side of the engine make certain that the “V” groove in the shell is in
when the piston is installed into the engine. line with the “V” groove in the cap. This provides
318 Cubic Inch Engine, the keys on the spacer lubrication of the cylinder wall in the opposite bank.
expander must be inserted into the hole in the oil The bearing shells must be installed so that the
ring groove over the piston pin front boss. tangs are in the machined grooves in the rods and
(5) Install compression rings in middle and top caps.
grooves use ring installer Tool C-263 for 273 cubic Limits of taper or out-of-round on any crankshaft
inch engine, Tool C-3586 for 318 cubic inch engine. journals should be held to .001 inch. Bearings are
Be sure the mark “Top” on each compression ring is available in .001, .002, .003, .010 and .012 inch under-
to the top of piston when ring is installed. size. Install the bearings in pairs. Do not use a new
bearing half with an old bearing half. Do not file the
CRANKSHAFT IDENTIFICATION rods or bearing caps.

A Maltese Cross stamped on the engine numbering MEASURING CONNECTING ROD


pad indicates that the engine is equipped with a BEAR1NG CLEARANCE
crankshaft which has one or more connecting rod or
main bearing journals finished .001 inch undersize. A Shim Stock Method
Maltese Cross with a X following engine serial num- (1) Place an oiled .001 inch brass shim stock (1/2
ber indicates that all main journals and/or all rod inch wide and 3/4 inch long) between bearing and
journals are .010 inch undersize. The position of the connecting rod journal.
undersize journal or journals will be stamped on ma- (2) Install bearing cap and tighten to 45 foot-
chined surface of the No. 3 counterweight (Fig. 40). pounds.
Connecting rod journals will be identified by the (3) Turn connecting rod 1/4 turn in each direction.
letter “R’ and main bearing journals by the letter A slight drag should be felt which indicates clearance
“M.” For example “M-1” indicates that No. 1 main is satisfactory. Correct clearance is from .0005 to
bearing is .001inch undersize. .0015 inch.
(4) Side play should be from .006 to .014 inch (two
CONNECTING RODS rods).
Installation of Connecting Rod Bearings
Fit all rods on one bank until completed. Do not INSTALLING PISTON AND
alternate from one bank to another, because when the CONNECTING ROD ASSEMBLY IN
rods are assembled to pistons correctly, they are not CYLINDER BLOCK
interchangeable from one bank to another.
(1) Before installing pistons, and connecting rod as-
The bearing caps are not interchangeable and semblies into the bore, be sure that compression ring
should be marked at removal to insure correct as- gaps are staggered so that neither is in line with oil
sembly. ring rail gap.
Each bearing cap has a small “V” groove across the (2) Before installing the ring compressor, make
sure the oil ring expander ends are butted and the
rail gaps located as shown in figures 41 and 42.
(3) Immerse the piston head and rings in clean en-
gine oil, slide the ring compressor, Tool C-385, over
the piston and tighten with the special wrench (part
of To01 (2-385).
(4) Be sure position of rings does not change dur-
ing this operation. Screw the connecting rod bolt pro-
tector (part of Tool (2-3221) on one rod bolt, and insert
rod and piston into cylinder bore. Rotate crankshaft
so connecting rod journal is on the center of cylinder
bore.
(5) Attach puller part of Tool C-3221 on the other
K K 162
bolt, and guide the rod over the crankshaft journal
Fig. 40-Showing Location of Internal Marking (Fig. 43).
of No. 3 Counterweight (6) Tap the piston down in cylinder bore, using a
942 ENGINE-273-318 CUBIC INCH n

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B

B 0
B

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A
B.

TOP VIEW OF BLOCK


0
B A

TOP VIEW OF BLOCK A-EXPANDER GAPS B-RAIL GAPS


A-EXPANDER GAPS B-RAIL GAPS
IF YOU HAVE FOLLOWED THE INSTRUCTIONS,
IF YOU HAVE FOLLOWED THE INSTRUCTIONS, THE RING WILL BE IN THIS POSITION O N THE
THE RING WILL BE IN THIS POSITION O N THE PISTON.
PISTON. TOP RAIL G A P f 3 " 7

BOTTOM RAIL GAP TOP RAIL GAP r fi

.BOTTOM
RAIL GAP

ENDS
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Fig. 41-Proper Oil Ring Installation Fig. 42-Proper Oil Ring lnrtallufion
(273 Cubic Inch) (31 8 Cubic Inch)

hammer handle. At the same time, guide connecting CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGS
rod into position on crankshaft journal.
(7) The notch or groove on top of piston must be Bearing caps are not interchangeable and should be
pointing toward front of engine and the larger cham- marked at removal to insure correct assembly. Upper
fer of the connecting rod bore must be installed to- and lower bearing halves are NOT interchangeable.
ward crankshaft journal fillet. Lower main bearing halves of 1, 2 and 4 are inter-
(8) Install rod caps, tighten nuts to 45 foot-pounds.

CRANKSHAFT MAIN JOURNALS


The crankshaft journals should be checked for ex-
cessive wear, taper and scoring. Limits of taper or
out-of-round on any crankshaft journals should be
held to .001 inch. Journal grinding should not exceed
.012 inch under the standard journal diameter. Do
NOT grind thrust faces of Number 3 main bearing.
Do NOT nick crank pin or main bearing fillets. After
regrinding, remove rough edges from crankshaft oil
holes and clean out all oil passages. Fig. 43-Removing or Installing Connecting Rod
0 273-318 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-43
changeable. Upper main bearing halves of 1, 2 and 4
are interchangeable.
Upper and lower Number 3 bearing halves are
flanged to carry the crankshaft thrust loads and are
NOT interchangeable with any other bearing halves
in the engine, (Fig. 44). Bearing shells are available in
standard and the following undersizes: .001, .002,
.003, .010 and .012 inch. Never install an undersize
bearing shell that will reduce clearance below specifi-
cations.

Removal
(1) Remove oil pan and mark bearing caps before
remova1.
(2) Remove bearing caps one at a time. Remove
upper half of bearing by inserting Tool (2-3059 (Fig.
45)into the oil hole of crankshaft.
(3) Slowly rotate crankshaft clockwise, forcing out Fig. 45-Removing or Installing Upper Main Bearing
upper half of bearing shell. clearance is .001 inch or less and is considered satis-
factory.
installation If, however, no drag is felt, the bearing is too large
Only one main bearing should be relectively fitted or crankshaft cannot be rotated, bearing is too small
while all other main bearing caps are properly and should be replaced with the correct size.
torqued. (6) Measure crankshaft end play .002 to .007 inch.
When installing a new upper bearing shell, slightly If end play is less than .002 inch or more than .007
chamfer the sharp edges from the plain side. inch, install a new number 3 main bearing.
(1) Start bearing in place, and insert Tool C-3059 (7) Fit remaining bearings in same manner.
into oil hole of crankshaft (Fig. 45). It is permissable to use one .001 inch undersize
(2) Slowly rotate crankshaft counter-clockwise slid- bearing shell with one standard bearing shell or one
ing the bearing into position. Remove Tool C-3059. .002 inch undersize bearing shell with one .001 inch
undersize shell. Always use the smaller diameter
Measuring Main Bearing Clearance bearing half as the upper. Never use an upper bear-
( 3 ) Smooth edges of a 1/2 x 3/4 inch piece of brass ing half more than .001 inch smaller than the lower
shim stock, .001 inch thickness. bearing half and never use a new bearing half with a
(4) Install bearing in center main bearing cap, used bearing half.
bearing tang in groove in cap, lubricate bearing and
position shim stock across the bearing, install cap, REAR MAIN BEARING OIL SEAL
tighten bolts to 85 foot-pounds. (Crankshaft Removed)
(5) If a slight drag is felt as crankshaft is turned
(moved no more than 1/4 turn in either direction), Upper Seal
(1) Install a new rear bearing oil seal in the cylin-
der block so that both ends protrude.
(2) Using Tool (2-3511 tap seal down into position
until tool is seated in bearing bore, (Fig. 46).
(3) Hold tool in this position and cut off the portion
of seal that extends above the block on both sides,
(Fig. 47).

Lower Seal
(1) Install a new seal in bearing cap so that ends
protrude.
THRUST BEARING
(2) Using Tool (2-3511 tap the seal down into po-
sition until tool is seated in bearing bore.
(3) Hold tool in this position and cut off the portion
Fig. 44-Main Bearing Identification of seal that extends above the cap on both sides.
944 ENGINE-273-318 CUBIC INCH 0

Fig. 46-/nstalling Rear Main Upper Oil Seal Fig. 47-Trimming Rear Main Upper Oil Seal

ENGINE OILING SYSTEM


OIL PAN (a) Drill a 1/8 inch hole into the relief valve cap
and insert a self-threading sheet metal screw into
Removal cap.
(1) Disconnect negative (ground) cable from the @) Clamp screw into a vise and while supporting
battery, and remove dipstick. oil pump, remove cap by tapping pump body using a
(2) Raise vehicle on a hoist, drain the oil. Remove soft hammer. Discard cap and remove spring and re-
engine to torque converter left housing brace. lief valve. (Fig. 49).
(3) Remove steering and idle arm ball joints from (2) Remove oil pump cover bolts and lockwashers,
steering linkage center link. and lift off cover.
(4) Remove exhaust cross-over pipe from exhaust (3) Discard oil seal ring.
manifolds and leave it hang without disconnecting it (4) Remove pump rotor and shaft and remove outer
from the muffler. On some models it will be necessary rotor.
to remove cross-over pipe. (5) Wash all parts in a suitable solvent and inspect
(5) Remove the oil pan bolts and oil pan. carefully for damage or wear. (Fig. 50).
lnstallat ion lnspection
(1) Inspect alignment of oil strainer. Bottom of (1) The mating face of the oil pump cover should
strainer must be parallel with the machined surface be smooth. If cover is excessively scratched or
of the cylinder block. Bottom of strainer must touch grooved, it should be replaced.
bottom of oil pan. (2) Check for excessive cover to rotor wear by lay-
(2) Install oil pan using a new gasket and seals. ing a straightedge across cover surface. If a .0015
Install engine to converter housing brace. inch feeler gauge can be inserted between the cover
(3) Connect exhaust cross-over pipe to manifolds. and straightedge, discard cover and install a new one
(If removed). (Fig.
(4) Connect steerin? nnrl irllnr n r m hsll i n i n t e tn ,-.51).
_-
outer rotor.
steering center link.
a

If outer rotor measures less than .998 irich (Fig. 52)


(5) Lower vehicle, iInstall dipstick, with proper and the diameter is less than 2.244 inckies, install a
grade and quantity of motor oil, connect battery new outer
ground. (4) Measure thickness of inner rotor.
(5) If inner rotor measures less than .998 inch, a
OIL PUMP new inner rotor should be installed (Fig. 53).
It is necessary to r(emove the oil pan, and remove (6) Slide outer rotor and inner rotor into pump
the oil pump from rear main bearing cap to service body and then place a straightedge acr,oss the face
the oil pump.
__.__,
mnro than .__
I____ ______
between the bolt holes (Fig. 54). If a feeler gauge of
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nn4 inrh ran
A _
he
_ , .,-
incPrtPd ,,,ween the ro-
hot7
tors and straightedge, install new rotors.
Disassembly
(1) To remove the relief valve, proceed as follows: (7) Remove inner rotor and shaft, leaving outer ro-
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946 ENGINE-273-318 CUBIC INCH 0

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DIAMETER
63x933
63x931A
Fig. 52-Measuring Outer Rotor Thickness
Fig. 49-Relief Valve, Spring and Retainer Removed
DRIVE SHAFT

RELIEF VALVE

~ U T E RROTOR 63x934
63x930A

Fig. 50-011 Pump Assembly fDisassembled View) Fig. 53-Measuring Inner Rotor Thickness
inch, install new rotor and outer rotor.
tor in pump cavity. Press outer rotor to one side with
fingers and measure the clearance between outer ro- Assembly
tor and pump body (Fig. 55). If measurement is more (1)When assembling oil pump, be sure to use a
than .012 inch, install a new oil pump body. (This new oil seal ring between cover and body.
check is not necessary if a new oil pump body is being (2)Tighten cover bolts to 10 foot-pounds.
used.) (3) Prime oil pump.
(8) Check clearance between inner rotor and outer (4) Install oil pump and strainer to rear main bear-
rotor (Fig. 56). If measurement is more than .006 ing cap. Tighten bolts to 35 foot-pounds.

FEELER G A U G E
EELER G A U G E

Fig. 51-Checking Oil Pump Cover Flatness Fig. 54-Measuring Clearance Over Rotors
0 383-440 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-47

\
FEELER GAUGE

OUTER ROTOR

63x935
NP565
Fig. 55-Measuring Outer Rotor Clearance

Fig. 57-Proper Retainer Cap Installation


and insert a self-threading sheet metal screw into
cap.
(2)Clamp screw into a vise and while supporting
oil pump, remove cap by tapping pump body using a
soft hammer. Discard cap.
(3) Remove spring and plunger.
FEELER GAUGE (4)Clean parts thoroughly. Inspect oil pump re-
lief valve for scoring and free operation in its bore.
Small scores may be removed with 400 grit wet or
dry paper providing extreme care is used not to round
off the sharp edge portion of the valve.
(5) The relief valve spring has a free length of
2-1/32to 2-3/64 inch and should test 16.2 to 17.2
Fig. 56-Measuring Clearance Between Rotors lbs. when compressed to 1-11/32inch. Discard spring
Servicing the Oil Pressure Relief Valve that do not meet specifications.
It is necessary to remove the oil pan, and remove (6) Install the relief valve, spring and a new re-
oil pump from rear main bearing cap to service the tainer cap. (Spring seats inside retainer cap). Press
pressure relief valve. retainer in housing so that top of retainer cap is
To remove the relief valve, proceed as follows: within the relief valve bore diameter as shown in
(1)Drill a 1/8 inch hole in the relief valve cap Figure 57.

383-440 CUBIC INCH ENGINES


INDEX
Page Page
Camshaft ..................................... 59 Installation of Connecting Rod Bearings ........ 64
Camshaft Bearings ............................ 59 Installing Piston and Connecting Rod Assembly in
Closed Crankcase Ventilation System Cylinder Block .............................. 65
for State of California ........................ 88 Measuring Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance ... 65
Connecting Rods .............................. 64 Oil Pan ....................................... 67
Crankshaft Identification ....................... 64 Oil Pump .................................... 68
Crankshaft Main Bearings ..................... 65 Oil Filter Replacement ........................ 69
Crankshaft Main Journals ...................... 65 Piston, Pins and Rings ........................ 61
Crankcase Ventilation System .................. 87 Repair of Damaged or Worn Threads ........... 90
Cylinder Block ................................ 61 Replacement of Rear Main Bearing Oil Seal ..... 66
Cylinder Heads ............................... 50 Rocker Arms and Shaft Assembly .............. 50
Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing ................ 60 Specifications ................................. 90
Engine Assembly .............................. 49 Timing Chain Cover, Oil Seal and Chain ........ 56
Engine Mounts ............................... .48-49 Tune-up ...................................... 48
Engine Oiling System ......................... 67 Valves and Valve Springs ...................... 51
Hydraulic Tappets ............................ 54 Valve Timing .................................. 56
9-48 ENGlNE-383-440 CUBIC INCH -0

SERVICE PROCEDURES
TUN E-UP or equivalent to the bushing and shafts.
(12)Every 6 months, remove filter element and
(1) Test battery specific gravity, add water if nec- blow out dirt gently with air hose. Direct air from
essary, clean and tighten battery connections. inside out, and keep nozzle 2 inches away from ele-
(2)Test cranking voltage. See “Starting Motor ment to avoid damaging (Fig. 1). Clean the metal
Cranking Voltage” Electrical Section of this manual. housing and replace the element. Every two years
(3)Tighten the intake manifold bolts to 50 foot- install a new factory recommended filter element or
pounds. equivalent. Service the unit more frequently when
(4)Perform cylinder compression test. Compres- driving under severe conditions, such as in dusty
sion should not vary more than 20 pounds for 383 areas.
cubic inch engines with 9.2 to 1 compression ratio, 25 (13)Inspect crankcase ventilation system as out-
pounds for 383 and 440 cubic inch engines with 10 to lined on page 87.
1 and 10.1 to 1 compression ratios. (14)Inspect and adjust the accessory belt drives
(5)Clean or replace spark plugs as necessary and referring to “Cooling System” Group 7 for proper
adjust gap to .035 inch. Tighten to 30 foot-pounds adjustments.
using new gaskets. (15)Road test vehicle as a final check.
(6) Test resistance of spark plug cables. Refer to
“Ignition System Secondary Circuit Inspection” Elec-
FRONT ENGINE MOUNTS (Fig. 2)
trical Section. Removal
(7)Inspect the breaker plate contacts, primary wire (1)Disconnect throttle linkage at transmission and
and vacuum advance operation. Replace parts as nec- at carburetor.
essary. Refer to Ignition System and make necessary (2)Raise hood and position ‘fan to clear radiator
adjustment. Test coil output voltage, primary and hose and radiator top tank.
secondary resistance. Test Condenser. (3)Remove torque nuts from insulator studs.
(8) Reset the ignition timing with the vacuum (4) Raise engine just enough to remove front en-
advance line disconnected. The ignition timing should gine mount assembly.
be set to compensate for altitudes and/or gasoline
grades. lnstallation
(9) Set carburetor idle mixture adjustment. Adjust (1)Install insulator to engine bracket and tighten
throttle stop screw to specifications. Perform a com- to specified torque.
bustion analysis. (2)Lower the engine and install washers and pre-
(10)Test the fuel pump for pressure and vacuum. vailing torque nuts to insulator studs; tighten nuts ta
Refer to “Fuel System” Group 14,Specifications. specified torque.
(11)Inspect the manifold heat control valve in the (3) Connect throttle at transmission and carbu-
right exhaust manifold for proper operation and apply retor.
Manifold Heat Control Valve Solvent Number 1879318

Fig. I-Cleaning Filter Element Fig. 2-Front Engine Mounts f I 16.5” Wheelbase)
3 8 3 4 0 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-49
REAR ENGINE MOUNT (Figs. 3 and 4)
Removal
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Install transmission jack.
(3) Remove rear engine crossmember from frame
and remove rear mount.

lnstallation il 1111
CROSS MEMBER
(1) Install rear engine mount to crossmember and ASSEMBLY
-:.
tighten nut to specified torque. \ 'Q 0 4 0 FT. LBS.
(2) Install rear crossmember to frame and tighten
bolts to specified torque.

ENGINE ASSEMBLY
Removal w --- NN526
(1) Scribe the outline of hinge brackets on hood to
assure proper adjustments when installing. Fig. 4-Engine Rear Support ( I 16.5" Wheelbase
with 4-Speed Transmission)
(2) Remove hood.
(3) Drain cooling system and remove battery. (11)Lower vehicle and attach chain hoist to fixture
(4) Remove all hoses, fan shroud, disconnect oil eyebolt.
cooler lines and remove radiator. (12) Remove engine front mounting bolts. Raise
(5) Disconnect fuel lines and wires attached to en- engine with a chain hoist and work engine out of
gine units. Remove air cleaner and carburetor. chassis.
(6) Attach engine lifting fixture Tool C-3466 to (13) Place engine in repair stand Tool C-3167 and
carburetor flange studs on intake manifold. adapter C-3662 for disassembly, using transmission
(7)Raise vehicle on a hoist and install engine sup- mounting bolts.
port fixture Tool C-3487 on the frame to support rear
of engine.
(8) Drain transmission and torque converter.
lnstallation
(1) Attach engine lifting fixture Tool C-3466 to
(9) Disconnect exhaust pipes at manifolds, propel- carburetor flange studs on intake manifold.
ler shaft, wires, linkage, cable, and oil cooler lines at (2) Attach chain hoist to fixture eyebolt.
the transmission. (3) Remove engine from repair stand and lower en-
(10) Remove engine rear support crossmember and gine carefully until engine is positioned in vehicle.
remove transmission from vehicle. (4) Install engine support fixture Tool C-3487 on
the frame and adjust to support rear of engine.
(5) Remove chain hoist from fixture eyebolt.
(6) Raise vehicle on hoist, install and tighten en-
gine front support mounting bolts.
(7) Install transmission and engine rear support
crossmember.
(8) Lower engine into position and install engine
rear support crossmember bolts. Remove engine sup-
port fixture Tool C-3487 from frame.
ASSEMBLY 1
. (9) Connect propeller shaft, wires, linkage, cable,
oil cooler lines at the transmission, connect exhaust
pipes to manifold using new gaskets. Install transmis-
sion filler tube.
(10) Lower vehicle and install radiator, fan shroud,
hoses, oil cooler lines and connect all wires and link-
age.
(11) Remove engine lifting fixture Tool (2-3466
Fig. 3-Engine Rear Support ( 1 16.5" Wheelbase from intake manifold and install carburetor and fuel
Except 4-Speed Transmission) lines. Connect throttle linkage.
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(12)Install hood, using scribe marks for proper sure to install the long stamped steel retainers in the
alignment. number two and four positions.
(13)Close all drain cocks and fill cooling system. (2) Install rocker shafts so that 3/16 inch diameter
(14)Fill engine crankcase and transmission. Refer rocker arm lubrication holes point downward into the
to “Lubrication” Group 0 for quantities and lubri- rocker arm, so that the 15” angle of these holes
cants to use and check entire system for leaks and point outward towards the valve end of the rocker
correct as necessary. arms, (Fig. 6). This is necessary to provide proper
Whenever an engine is rebuilt and a new camshaft lubrication to the rocker assemblies.
and/or new tappets are installed, add one quart of The 1 5 O angle of the rocker arm lubrication holes
factory recommended oil additive to engine oil to aid is determined from the center line of the bolt holes
break-in (Engine Oil Additive No. 1879406) or equiv- through the shaft which are used to attach the shaft
alent. The oil mixture should be left in the engine assembly to the cylinder head.
for a minimum of 500 miles, and drained at the next (3)Tighten rocker shaft bolts to 25 foot-pounds.
normal oil change. (4)Place new cylinder head cover gaskets in posi-
(15) Start engine and run engine until normal tion and install cylinder head covers. Tighten nuts
operating temperature is reached. to 40 inch-pounds.
(16)Inspect ignition timing and adjust carburetor (5) Install closed crankcase ventilation system.
as necessary.
(17)Adjust accelerator and transmission linkages. CYLINDER HEADS
Road test vehicle.
The chrome alloy cast iron cylinder heads are held
ROCKER ARMS AND SHAFT ASSEMBLY in place by 17 bolts. The spark plugs enter the cylin-
The rocker arms are of stamped steel and are ar-
der head horizontally and are located at the wide edge
ranged on one rocker arm shaft, per cylinder head. of the combustion chambers.
The push rod angularity tends to force the pairs of
rocker arms toward each other where oilite spacers Removal
carry the side thrust at each rocker arm. The rocker (1)Drain cooling system.
shaft is held in place by bolts and stamped steel re- (2) Remove alternator, carburetor, air cleaner and
tainers attached to the five brackets on the cylinder fuel line.
head. (3)Disconnect accelerator linkage.
(4)Remove vacuum control tube at carburetor and
Removal distributor.
(1)Remove cylinder head cover and gasket. -9 ROCKER SHAFT BOLT-
(2) Remove rocker shaft bolts and retainers and
remove rocker arms and shaft assembly.
(3)If rocker arm assemblies have been disassem-
bled for cleaning, inspection, or replacement, refer to
Figure 5 for proper reassembly.
Installation
(1) Install rocker arms and shaft assembly making

I
RIGHT BANK LEFT BANK
ND 23

Fig. 5-Rocker Arm Assemblies Installed Fig. 6-Rocker Arm Lubrication Holes
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(5) Disconnect distributor cap, coil wires and heat- CYLINDER HEAD INTAKE PUSH RODS INSTALLING ROD
er hose.
(6) Disconnect heat indicator sending unit wire.
(7) Remove spark plugs.
(8) Remove intake manifold, ignition coil and car-
buretor as an assembly.
(9) Remove tappet chamber cover.
(10) Remove cylinder head covers and gaskets.
(11) Remove exhaust manifolds.
(12) Remove rocker arms and shaft assembly.
(13) Remove push rods and place them in their
respective slots in holder Tool C-3068.
(14) Remove the 17 head bolts from each cylinder
head and remove cylinder heads.
(15) Place cylinder head in holding fixture Tool
C-3626.
Fig. 8-Push Rods Installed
Installation install cylinder head covers. Tighten nuts to 40 inch-
(1) Clean gasket surfaces of the cylinder block and pounds.
cylinder head. Remove all burrs from edges of cylin- (9) Install exhaust manifolds and tighten nuts to 30
der heads. foot-pounds.
(2) Inspect all surfaces with a straightedge if there (10) Adjust spark plugs to .035 inch gap and install
is any reason to suspect leakage. plugs, tighten plugs to 30 foot-pounds.
(3) Coat new gaskets with a suitable sealer, MoPar (11) Install a new tappet chamber cover and tighten
Number 1057794 or equivalent. Install gaskets and end bolts to 9 foot-pounds.
cylinder heads. (12) Install intake manifold, carburetor and igni-
(4) Install cylinder head bolts. Starting at top cen- tion coil as an assembly and tighten manifold bolts to
ter, tighten all cylinder head bolts to 50 foot-pounds 50 foot-pounds.
in sequence (Fig. 7). (13) Install distributor cap. Connect the coil wire,
Repeat the procedure, tightening all head bolts to heat indicator sending unit wire, accelerator linkage,
70 foot-pounds. spark plug cables and insulators.
(5) Inspect push rods and replace any worn or bent (14) Install vacuum tube at carburetor and dis-
rods. tributor.
(6) Install push rods with small ends in the tappets (15) Install alternator and drive belts. Tighten al-
maintaining alignment, using rod, (Fig. 8). ternator bracket bolts to 30 foot-pounds, and alter-
(7) Install rocker arm and shaft assembly starting nator mounting nut to 20 foot-pounds.
each push rod into its respective rocker arm socket (16) Install fuel line and carburetor air cleaner.
(Fig. 5) making sure to install the long stamped steel (17) Fill cooling system. Adjust belt tensions as out-
retainers in the number two and four positions. lined in “Cooling System” Group 7.
Tighten bolts to 25 foot-pounds.
( 8 ) Place new cylinder head gasket in position and VALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS
Valves are arranged in-line in the cylinder heads
and inclined 30 degrees outward from vertical. The
intake and exhaust valves operate in guides that are
cast integral with the heads.

Removal
(1) With cylinder head removed, compress valve
springs, using Tool C-3422A, (Fig. 9).
(2) Remove valve retaining locks, valve spring re-
tainers, valve stem cup seals and valve springs.
(3) Remove any burrs from valve stem lock grooves
to prevent damage to the valve guide when valves are
Fig. 7-Cylinder Head Tightening Sequence removed.
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CYLINDER HEAD
ASSEMBLY
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Fig. I I-Measuring Valve Guide Wear


and set it at a right angle to the valve stem being
measured (Fig.11).
D (6) Move valve to and from the indicator. Total dial
(TOOL) indicator reading should not exceed .017inch. If the
KRlllA dial indicator reading is excessive or if the stems are
Fig. 9-Compressing Valve Spring scored or worn excessively, ream the guides for new
valves with oversize stems.
Valve lnspection (7)Service valves with oversize stems are available
(1) Clean valves thoroughly, and discard any in .005, .015 and .030 inch oversizes. Reamers to ac-
burned, warped or cracked valves. commodate the oversize valve stem are as follows:
(2)Measure valve stems for wear. The intake valve Reamer Tool C-3443 (.379to .380 inch), Reamer Tool
stem diameter should measure .372 to .373 inch and C-3430(.389to .390 inch), Reamer Tool (2-3427(.404
the exhaust valve stem diameter should measure .371 to .405inch).
to .372 inch. If wear exceeds .002 inch, replace the (8)Slowly turn reamer by hand and clean the
valve. guide thoroughly before installing new valves.
(3)Remove carbon and varnish deposits from in- CAUTION: Do not attempt to ream the valve guides
side of valve guides with cleaner, Tool (3-756. from standard directly to .030 inch. Use step proce-
(4)Measure valve stem guide clearance as follows: dure of .005, .015 and .030 inch so the original valve
Install sleeve Tool C-3973 over valve stem (Fig. 10) guide centers may be maintained.
and install valve.
(5) The special sleeve places the valve at the cor- Refacing Valves and Valve Seats
rect height for measuring with a dial indicator. At- The intake and exhaust valve faces have a 45 de-
tach dial indicator Tool C-3339 to the cylinder head gree angle. Always inspect the remaining valve mar-

a 1 7
EXHAUST
VALVE

VALVE SPRING RETAINER


LOCK GROOVES

K H33OC
Fig. 1O-Install Valve and Tool C-3973 Fig. 12-Intake and €xhaust Valves
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gin after the valves are refaced (Fig. 12). Valves with (9) If the tip exceeds the maximum, grind stem tip
less than 3/64 inch margin should be discarded. to within gauge limits. Clean tappets if tip grinding is
(1) The angle of both the valve and seat should be required.
identical. When refacing valve seats, it is important
that the correct size valve guide pilot be used for Testing the Valve Springs (Fig. 14)
reseating stones. A true and complete valve seat (1) Whenever valves are removed for inspection,
surface must be obtained. reconditioning or replacement, the valve springs
(2) Inspect valve seat with Prussian blue to deter- should be tested. As an example, the compressed
mine where valve contacts seat. To do this, coat valve length of the spring to be tested is 1-15/32 inches.
seat lightly with Prussian blue, then set valve in Turn the table of Tool C-647 until the surface is in line
place. Rotate valve with light pressure. If the blue is with the 1-15/32 inch mark on the threaded stud and
transferred to the center of the valve face, the contact the zero mark to the front. Place the spring over the
is satisfactory. If the blue is transferred to the top stud on the table and lift the compressing lever to set
edge of the valve face, lower the valve seat with a 30” the tone device. Pull on the torque wrench until a ping
stone. If the blue is transferred to the bottom edge of is heard. Take the reading on torque wrench at this
the valve face raise the valve seat with a 60” stone. instant. Multiply this reading by two. This will give
(3) When the seat is properly positioned the width the spring load at the test length. Fractional meas-
of the intake seats should be 1/16 to 3/32 inch. The urements are indicated on the table for finer adjust-
width of the exhaust seats should be 3/64 to 1/16 ments. Refer to specifications to obtain specified
inch. height and allowable tension. Discard the springs
(4) Measure the concentricity of the valve seat us- that do not meet specifications.
ing dial indicator No. 13725. The total runout should (2) Inspect each valve spring for squareness at both
not exceed .003 inch (total indicator reading). ends with a steel square and surface plate (Fig. 15).
(5) When valves and seats are reground, the posi- (3) If the spring is more than 1/16 inch out of
tion of the valve in the cylinder head is changed, square, install a new spring.
shortening the operating length of the hydraulic tap-
pet. This means that the plunger is operating closer to
its “bottomed” position, and less clearance is available lnstallation
(1) Coat valve stems with lubricating oil and insert
for thermal expansion of the valve mechanism during them in position in cylinder head.
high speed driving. (2) Install new cup seals on the intake and exhaust
(6) The design of the valve mechanism includes a
valve stems and over valve guides (Fig. 16 and 17) and
safety factor to allow for a limited amount of wear, install valve springs and retainers.
and the refacing of the valves and seats. (3) Compress valve springs with Tool C-3422A. In-
(7) To insure that limits have not been exceeded, stall locks and release tool.
the dimension from valve spring seat r in the head to If valves and/or seats are reground, measure in-
the valve tip should be measured with gauge, Tool
C-3648 (Fig. 13).
( 8 ) The end of the cylindrical gauge and the bottom
of slotted area represent the maximum and minimum
allowable extension of the valve stem tip beyond the
spring seat.

K H333
MAXIMUM MEASUREMENT KRl44B

Fig. 13-Measuring Valve Stem Length Fig. 14-Testing Valve Springs


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stalled height of the springs. Make sure measurement height is greater than 1-57/64 inches, install a 1/16
is taken from the bottom of spring seat in cylinder inch spacer in the head counterbore to bring the
head to bottom surface of spring retainer. If the spring height back to normal 1-53/64 to 1-57/64 inch.
(If spacers are installed, measure from the top of the
spacer).
VALVE
SPRING
HYDRAULIC TAPPETS
Preliminary to Checking the Hydraulic
Tappets
(1) Before disassembing any part of the engine to
correct tappet noise, read the oil pressure at the
gauge and check the oil level in the oil pan. The
pressure should be between 45 and 65 pounds at 1000
R.P.M.
(2) The oil level in the pan should never be above
the “full” mark on dipstick, or below the “add oil”
Fig. 15-Inspecting Valve Spring Squareness mark. Either of these two conditions could be respon-
sible for noisy tappets.
RETAINER\
Oil Level Too High
If oil level is above the “full” mark on dipstick,
SPRING\ A it is possible for the connecting rods to dip into the oil
while engine is running and create foam. Foam in oil
pan would be fed to the hydraulic tappets by the oil
pump causing them to lose length and allow valves to
seat noisily.

Oil Level Too Low


Low oil level may allow oil pump to take in air

I\
which, when fed to the tappets, causes them to lose
SPRING length and allows valves to seat noisily. Any leaks on
intake side of pump through which air can be drawn
-27 will create the same tappet action. When tappet noise
INTAKE VALVE is due to aeration, it may be intermittent or constant,
KU 51 and usually more than one tappet will be noisy. When
oil level and leaks have been corrected, engine should
Fig. 16-Vahm Assembly fbisassembled View) be operated at fast idle for sufficient time to allow all
of the air inside of the tappets to be bled out.

Tappet Noise Diagnosis


(1) To determine source of tappet noise, operate
engine at idle with cylinder head covers removed.
(2) Feel each valve spring or rocker arm to detect
noisy tappet. The noisy tappet will cause the affected
spring and/or rocker arm to vibrate or feel rough in
operation.
Worn valve guides or cocked springs are sometimes
mistaken for noisy tappets. If such is the case, noise
may be dampened by applying side thrust on the
valve spring. If noise is not appreciably reduced, it
can be assumed the noise is in the tappet. Inspect the
rocker arm push rad sockets and push rod ends for
Fig. I7--lnstalling Valve, Spring, Cup Seal wear.
and Retainer (3) Valve tappet noise ranges from light noise to
0 383-440 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-55
a heavy click. A light noise is usually caused by exces- CAUTION: The plunger and tappet bodies are not
sive leakdown around the unit plunger which will interchangeable. The plunger and valve must always
necessitate replacing the tappet, or by the plunger be fitted to the original body. I t is advisable to work
partially sticking in the tappet body cylinder. A heavy on one tappet at a time to avoid mixing of parts.
click is caused either by a tappet check valve not Mixed parts are not compatible. Do not disassemble a
seating, or by foreign particles becoming wedged be- tappet on a dirty work bench.
tween the plunger and the tappet body, causing the
plunger to stick in the down position. This heavy click Disassembly (Fig. 19)
will be accompanied by excessive clearance between (1) Pry out plunger retainer spring clip.
the valve stem and rocker arm as valve closes. In (2) Clean varnish deposits from inside of tappet
either case, tappet assembly should be removed for body above plunger cap.
inspection and cleaning. (3) Invert tappet body and remove plunger cap,
plunger, flat check valve, check valve spring, check
Tappet Removal valve retainer and plunger spring.
(1) The tappet can be removed without removing (4) Separate plunger, check valve retainer and
intake manifold or cylinder heads by following this check valve spring. Place all parts in their respective
recommended procedure: Remove cylinder head cov- place in tappet holder, Tool C-3068.
ers.
(2) Remove rocker arms and shaft assembly. Cleaning and Assembly
(3) Remove push rods and place them in their re- (1) Clean all tappet parts in a solvent that will re-
spective holes in Tool C-3068. move all varnish and carbon.
(4) Slide Tool C-3661 through push rod open- (2) Replace tappets that are unfit for further serv-
ing in cylinder head and seat tool firmly in the head ice with new assemblies.
of tappet. (3) If plunger shows signs of scoring or wear and
(5) Pull tappet out of bore with a twisting motion, valve is pitted, or if valve seat or end of plunger
as shown in Figure 18. indicates any condition that would prevent valve from
If all tappets are to be removed, remove hydraulic seating, install a new tappet assembly.
tappets and place them in their respective holes in (4) Assemble tappets (Fig. 19).
tappet and push rod holder, Tool C-3068. This will
insure installation of the tappets in their original loca- Testing
tions. (1) Fill a pan with clean kerosene.
A diamond shaped marking stamped on the engine (2) Remove cap from plunger and plunger from
numbering pad indicates that some tappet bodies are tappet body.
,008 inch oversize. (3) Fill tappet body with kerosene and install
plunger.
CYLINDER HEAD (4) Unseat check valve with a brass rod to permit
ASSEMBLY complete installation of plunger. Replace cap.
HYDRAULIC TAPPET
\
TAPPET BODY

PLUNGER SPRING

TAPPET PLUNGER

7
PLUNGER CAP

PLUNGER RETAINER SPRING CLIP


NK559

Fig. 19-Hydravlic Tappet Assembly


Fig. 18-Removing Tappet Using Tool C-366 1 (Disassembled View)
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(5) Hold tappet in an upright position and insert in effect a solid tappet. Zero the indicator.
lower jaw of pliers, Tool C-3160, in the groove of (5) Turn the crankshaft clockwise (normal running
tappet body (Fig. 20). direction) until intake valve has lifted .034 inch with
(6) Engage jaw of pliers with top of tappet plunger. 256-260" camshaft and .033 inch with 268-284" cam-
Test leakdown by compressing the pliers. If plunger shaft. See specifications for engine application. The
collapses almost instantly as pressure is applied, dis- timing on the timing indicator, located on the chain
assemble tappet, clean and test again (Fig. 20). case cover, should read from 10 degrees BTDC to 2
(7) If tappet still does not operate satisfactorily degrees ATDC. If the reading is not within specified
after cleaning, install a new tappet assembly. limits: Inspect timing sprocket index marks, inspect
timing chain for wear, and determine accuracy of
If the tappet or bore in cylinder block is scored, the DC mark on timing indicator. Turn crankshaft
scuffed, or shows signs of sticking, ream the bore to counterclockwise until valve is closed and remove the
next oversize. indicator and spacer.
CAUTION: Do not turn crankshaft any further clock-
installation wise, as the valve spring might bottom and result in
(1) Lubricate tappets. serious damage.
(2) Install tappets and push rods in their original
positions. TIMING CHAIN COVER, OIL SEAL AND
(3) Install rocker arm and shaft assembly. TIMING CHAIN
(4) Start and operate engine. Warm up to normal
operating temperature. Cover Removal
(1) Drain cooling system and remove radiator and
CAUTION: To prevent damage te valve mechanism, water pump assembly.
engine must not be run above fast idte until all hy= (2) Remove crankshaft vibration damper attaching
draulic tappets have filled with oil and have become bolt.
quiet. (3) Remove two of the pulley bolts, install Tool C-
3688, and pull damper assembly off end of crankshaft
(Fig. 21).
VALVE TIMING (4) Remove chain cover and gasket. It is normal
to find particles of neoprene collected between seal
(All Models)
(1) Turn crankshaft until NO. 6 exhaust valve is retainer and crankshaft oil slinger after seal has
closing and NO. 6 intake valve is opening. been in operation.
(2) Insert a 1/4 inch spacer between rocker arm pad (5) Slide crankshaft oil slinger off end of crank-
and stem tip of NO. 1 intake valve (second valve on shaft.
the left bank).
(3) Install a dial indicator so plunger contacts valve Timing Chain
spring retainer as nearly perpendicular as possible. (Measuring Timing Chain for Stretch)
(4) Allow spring load to bleed tappet down giving (a) Place a scale next to the timing chain so any
movement of the chain may be measured.
TOOL (b) Place a torque wrench and socket over cam-
\ shaft sprocket attaching bolt and apply torque in the
direction of crankshaft rotation to take up slack; 30

Fig. 20-Testing Tappet Using Tool C-3 1 6 0 Fig. 2 l-Removing Damper Assembly
0 383-440 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-57

foot-pounds (with cylinder heads installed) or 15 foot-


pounds (cylinder heads removed). With torque ap-
plied to the camshaft sprocket bolt, crankshaft should
not be permitted to move. It may be necessary to
block crankshaft to prevent rotation.
(c) Holding a scale with dimensional reading even
with edge of a chain link, apply torque in the reverse
direction 30 foot-pounds (with cylinder heads in-
stalled) or 15 foot-pounds (cylinder heads removed),
and note amount of chain movement (Fig. 22).
(d) Install a new timing chain, if its movement ex-
ceeds 3/16 inch.
(e) If chain is satisfactory, slide crankshaft oil
slinger over shaft and up against sprocket (flange
away from sprocket).
Fig. 23-Camshaft Holding Tool C-3509
(f) If chain is not satisfactory, remove camshaft
sprocket attaching bolt and remove timing chain timing marks (Fig. 24).
with crankshaft and camshaft sprockets. (m) Install washer and camshaft sprocket bolt,
When installing timing chain, use Tool C3509 to tighten to 35 foot-pounds. Check to be sure that rear
prevent camshaft from contacting the welch plug in face of aluminum camshaft sprocket is flush with end
the rear of engine block. Remove distributor and oil of camshaft. Slide the crankshaft oil slinger over shaft
pumpdistributor drive gear. Locate tool against rear and up against sprocket (flange away from sprocket).
side of cam gear and attach tool with distributor re-
tainer plate bolt (Fig. 23). Oil Seal Replacement (Cover Removed)
(g) Place camshaft sprocket and crankshaft sprock- (1) Position remover screw of Tool (2-3506 through
et on the bench with timing marks on exact imaginary case cover, inside of case cover up. Position remover
center line through both camshaft and crankshaft blocks directly opposite each other, and force the
sprocket bores. angular lip between the neoprene and flange of seal
(h) Place timing chain around both sprockets. retainer.
(i) Turn crankshaft and camshaft to line up with (2) Place washer and nut on remover screw. Tight-
keyway location on crankshaft sprocket and dowel en nut as tight as possible by hand, forcing the blocks
hole in camshaft sprocket. into the gap to a point of distorting the seal retainer
(j) Lift sprockets and chain (keep sprockets tight
against chain in position as described).
(k) Slide both sprockets evenly over their respec-
tive shafts.
(1) Use a straight edge to measure alignment of
TORQUE WRENCH

Fig. 22-Measuring Timing Chain Stretch Fig. 24-Alignment of Timing Marks


9-58 ENGINE-383-440 CUBIC INCH

REMOVER BLOCKS (f Ih

‘I
LIP OF SEAL Pl
CHAIN CASE RETAINER (T
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c
r

St
A!
R152B

Fig. 25-Remover Blocks Expanded to Puller KRi54B


Position
Fig. 27-Positioning Inrtaller Plate
lip (Fig. 25). This is important, remover is only p i -
tionad at this point. ___
REMOVERISCRjEW I f l % t I F
(3) Place sleeve over retainer and place removing
and installing plate into the sleeve.
(4) Place flat washer and nut on the remover
screw. Hold center screw and tighten remover nut to
remove the seal (Fig. 26). I
(5) Insert remover screw through the removing and
installing plate so thin shoulder will be facing up.
(6) Insert remover screw with the plate through
I
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seal opening (inside of chain case cover facing up).
(7) Place seal in cover opening, with neoprene ATE
down. Place seal installing plate into the new seal,
with protective recess toward lip of seal retainer (Fig.
27). The lip of the neoprene seal must be toward i LTAiNE R ‘CHAIN CASE COVER

source of oil. KR155B


(8) Install flat washer and nut on remover screw, Fig. 28-hdalling New Seal
hold screw and tighten nut (Fig. 28).
(9) The seal is properly installed when the neo- Cover /nstallation
prene is tight against face of cover. lYy to insert a (1) Be sure mating surfaces of chain case cover and
.0015 inch feeler gauge between the neoprene and cylinder block are clean and free from buns.
the cover (Fig. 29). If the seal is installed properly,
(2) Using a new gasket slide chain case cover over
feeler gauge cannot be inserted. locating dowels. Install and tighten bolts 15 foot-
REMOVER SCREW (T pounds.
REMOVING AND
INSTALLING PLATE
(TOOL)

S CASE
‘ER

...11536
Fig. 26-Removing Oil S e a l Fig. 29-Inspecting Seal for Proper Seating
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(3)Place damper hub key in the slot in crankshaft, BOLT CAMSHAFT SPROCKET CAMSHAFT
and slide vibration damper on crankshaft.
(4) Place installing tool, part of Tool C-3688 in
position and press damper on the crankshaft (Fig. 30).
(5)Install damper retainer washer and bolt. Tight-
en to 135 foot-pounds.
(6) Slide belt pulley over shaft and attach with FUEL PUMP ECCENTRIC (CAMSHAFT)
bolts and lockwashers. Tighten bolts to 15 foot- OCATING DOWEL
KR158
pounds.
Fig. 31-Camshaft and Sprocket Assembly
CAMSHAFT (Disassembled Vi ew )
pushed in too f a r and prevent knocking out the welch
The camshaft has an integral oil pump and distrib plug in the rear of cylinder block.
utor drive gear and fuel pump eccentric (F'ig. 31). The tool should remain installed until camshaft and
The rearward camshaft thrust is taken by the rear crankshaft sprockets and timing chain have been in-
face of the aluminum camshaft sprocket hub, bearing stalled.
directly on the front of cylinder block, eliminating Whenever an engine is rebuilt and a new camshaft
need for a thrust plate. The helix of the oil pump and and/or new tappets are installed, one quart of fac-
distributor drive gear and camshaft lobe taper both tory recommended oil additive MoPar Part Number
tend to provide a rearward thrust. 1879406 or equivalent should be added to the engine
oil to aid in break-in. The oil mixture should be left in
Removal the engine for a minimum of 500 miles. Drain the oil
(1) With tappets and the timing chain and sprock- mixture a t the next normal oil change.
ets removed, remove distributor and lift out oil pump Whenever camshaft i s replaced, all of tappet faces
and distributor drive shaft. must be inspected for crown with a straight edge. I f
(2) Remove fuel pump to allow fuel pump push rod any contact surface is dished or worn, tappet must be
to drop away from cam eccentric. replaced.
(3)Remove camshaft, being careful not to damage
camshaft bearings with the cam lobes. CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
(Engine Removed from Vehicle)
lnstallation
(1) Lubricate camshaft lobes and camshaft bearing Removal
journals and insert camshaft to within 2 inches of its (1) With engine completely disassembled, drive out
final position in cylinder block. camshaft rear bearing welch plug.
(2) Modify Tool C-3509 by grinding off index lug (2) Install proper size adapters and horse shoe
holding the upper arm on the tool and rotate arm 180 washers (part of Tool C-3132A)at the back of each
degrees. bearing to be removed and drive out bearings (F'ig.
(3)Install Tool (2-3509in place of distributor drive 32).
gear and shaft, as shown in Figure 23.
(4)Hold tool in position with distributor lock plate lnstallation
screw. This tool will restrict camshaft from being (1) Install new camshaft bearings with Tool C-
,CHAIN CASE COVER
/ TIMING INDICATOR
> CYLINDER BLOCK
I TIMING MARK
VIBRATION DAMPER
/
TOOL

Fig. 30-lnrtalling Damper Assembly Fig. 32-Removing Camrhafi Bearing


9-60 E N G I N E 4 8 3 4 0 CUBIC INCH 0

3132A. Place new camshaft bearing over proper


adapter.
(2)Position bearing in the tool. Install the horse
shoe lock and by reversing removal procedure, care-
fully drive bearing into place.
(3)Install remaining bearings in like manner.
Install the NO. 1 camshaft bearing 1/32 inward
from the front face of cylinder block.
The oil holes in camshaft bearings and the cylinder
block must be in exact register to insure proper lubri-
cation (Fig. 32).
The camshaft bearing index can be inspected after
installation by inserting a pencil flashlight in the
bearing. The camshaft bearing oil hole should be per-
fectly aligned with the drilled oil passage from the
main bearing. Other oil holes in the camshaft bear- Fig. 34--lnstcrlling Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing
ings should be visible by looking down on the left
bank oil hole above and between NO. 6 and NO. 8 by tightening remover nut, the bushing is expanded
cylinders to NO. 4 camshaft bearing and on the right tight in the block and burnished to correct size (Fig.
bank above and between NO. 5 and 7 cylinders to NO. 35). DO NOT REAM THIS BUSHING.
4 camshaft bearings. If camshaft bearing oil holes are
not in exact register, remove and reinstall them cor- Distributor Timing
rectly. Use Tool C-897to install a new welch plug at Before installing distributor and oil pump drive
rear of camshaft. Be sure this plug does not leak. shaft, time the engine as follows:
(1) Rotate crankshaft until NO. 1 cylinder is at top
DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE SHAFT BUSHING dead center on the firing stroke.
(2)When in this position, the straight line on the
Removal vibration damper should be under “0”on timing indi-
(1) Insert Tool C-3052 into the old bushing and cator.
thread down until a tight fit is obtained (Fig. 33). (3)Coat shaft and drive gear with engine oil. Install
(2)Hold remover screw and tighten nut until bush- the shaft so that after gear spirals into place, it will
ing is removed. index with the oil pump shaft, so slot in top of drive
gear will be parallel with center line of crankshaft
/nstallcrtion (Fig. 36).
(1) Slide a new bushing over burnishing end of
Tool C-3053and insert tool bushing into the bore, (Fig. Installation of Distributor
34). (1) Hold distributor over mounting pad on cylinder
(2) Drive bushing and tool into position, using a block with vacuum chamber pointing toward center of
soft hammer. engine.
(3)As the burnisher is pulled through the bushing (2)Turn rotor until it points forward and to ap-

Fig. 33-Removing Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing Fig. 35-Burnishing Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing
0 383-440 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-61
edges of the plug and core hole with a suitable sealer
and drive the plugs in place with driver, Tool C-897.
(3)Examine block for cracks or fractures.

Cylinder Bore inspection


The cylinder walls should be measured for out-of-
round and taper with Tool C-119.If the cylinder bores
show more than .005" out-of-round, or a taper of more
than .010" or if the cylinder walls are badly scuffed
or scored, the cylinder block should be rebored and
honed, and new pistons and rings fitted. Whatever
type of boring equipment is used, boring and honing
operation should be closely coordinated with the
fitting of pistons and rings in order that specified

-
clearance may be maintained.
CENER LINE OF HA I KR 163A
Honing Cylinder Bores
Fig. 36-Distributor Drive Gear Installed Before honing, stuff plenty of clean rags under the
bores, over the crankshaft to keep the abrasive mate-
proximate location of No. 1 tower terminal in the dis- rials from entering the crankcase area.
tributor cap. (1)To remove light scoring, scuffing or scratches
(3)Place distributor gasket in position. from the cylinder walls, use resizing hone Tool C-823
(4) Lower the distributor and engage the shaft in with 220 grit stones and 390 extensions necessary
the slot of distributor drive shaft gear. with 383 and 440 cubic inch engines. Usually a few
(5) Turn distributor clockwise until breaker con-
tacts are just separating, install and tighten
en hold
.,..-
n
a
.
.,
.

qui
t r n t o c will clean
,.A*&I
"-.-

quired limits.
-*--*. - ----
-r *----
iin a h n r o and maintain the re-

down clamp. ((2)Deglazing of the cylinder wallsi should be done


usi
using a cylinder surfacing hone, To01 C-3501,
CYLINDER BLOICK equipped
eq1 with 280 grit stones (C-3501-3810).20 to 60
The cylinder k)lock is of the deep block design
. . str
strokes depending on the bore condiltion will be suffi-
cient to provide a satisfactory surf ace. Inspect the
which eliminates the need for a torque converter cylinder walls after each 20 strokes. Use honing oil
housing adapter 1date. Its sides extend three inches r-wmi-wmn nv iinht hnninrr
V-UVVL-uVuw s15xac llVllllls nil ,.,Jable
axmi' from major
below the crankshaft center line. oil distributors. Do not use engine or transmission oil,
mineral spirits or kerosene.
Piston Removal (3)Honing should be done by moving the hone up
(1) Remove top ridge of cylinder bores with a reli- and down fast enough to get a cross-hatch pattern.
able ridge reamer before removing pistons from cyl- When hone marks intersect at 60°, cross hatch angle
inder block. Be sure to keep tops of pistons covered is most satisfactory for proper seating of rings (See
during this operation. Fig. 37).
The pistons and connecting rods mud be removed (4)After honing, it is necessary that the block be
from the top of the cylinder block. When removing cleaned again to remove all traces of abrasives. Wash
piston and connecting rod assemblies from the en-
gine, rotate the cr--l--L-t~--
,--I- ,--I
------&:.-- :-
cylinder
- -. --
block
. -
and crankshaft
_ _ - thoroughly.
-
e removed from
centered in cylind &commendedthat
(2)Remove con with a brush and
(3) Install Tool bore can be con-
and protector ove lean with a white
ton and rod assem Oil bores after
(4) After rem0
ing cap on the rod

Cleaning and / I
(1) Clean cylinc
core hole plugs for evidence of leaking. The pistons are cam ground so that the diameter at
(2)If new core hole plugs are installed, coat the the pin boss is less than its diameter across the thrust
9-62 ENGINE183440 CUBIC INCH
Fitting Pistons
Piston and cylinder wall must be clean and dry.
C R0S HATCH PATTERN
S m
Specified clearance between the piston and the cyl-
inder wall is .0003 to .0013 inch.
\ Piston diameter should be measured at the top of
skirt 90 degrees to piston pin axis. Cylinder bores
should be measured halfway down the cylinder bore
and transverse to the engine crankshaft center line.
Pistons and cylinder bores should be measured at
normal room temperature, 70 degrees F.
All service pistons include pins, and are available in
standard and the following oversizes: .005, .020 and
.040 inch.

Fitting Rings
(1) Measure piston ring gap about two inches
from bottom of cylinder bore in which it is to be
fitted. (An inverted piston can be used to push rings
down to insure positioning rings squarely in cylinder
wall before measuring.)
(2) Insert feeler stock in the gap. Ring gap should
Fig. 3 7 4 r o s s Hatch Paftern be between .013 to .052 inch for the compression
rings and .015 to .062 inch for the oil ring steel rails
face. This allows for expansion under normal operat- in standard size bores. Maximum gap on .005 inch
ing conditions. Under operating temperatures, expan- O/S bores should be .060 inch for compression rings
sion forces the pin bosses away from each other, thus and .070 inch for the oil ring steel rails.
causing the piston to assume a more nearly round (3) Measure side clearance between piston ring and
shape. It is important that old or new pistons be meas- ring groove (Fig. 39). Clearance should be .0015 to
ured for taper and elliptical shape before they are .003 inches for the top compression ring and inter-
fitted into the cylinder bore (See Fig. 38). mediate ring. Steel rail service oil ring should be free
in groove, but should not exceed .005 inch side
Finished Pistons clearance.
All pistons are machined to the same weight in (4) Install the three piece oil ring in lower ring
grams, regardless of oversize so piston balance can be groove using instructions in ring package.
maintained. For cylinder bores which have been (5) Install compression rings in middle and top
honed or rebored, pistons are available in standard groove as shown on Instruction sheet. Be sure the
and the following oversizes: .005, .020, and ,040 inch. mark “top” on each compression ring faces top of
.030TO .038 IN. LESS
r T H A N DIAMETER AT ( 0 1

FEELER GAGE n

RING GROOVE

THE ELLIPTICAL SHAPE OF DIAMETERS AT (C) AND (D)


THE PISTON SKIRT SHOULD CAN BE EQUAL OR DIAMETER
BE .010 TO .012 IN. LESS AT AT (D) CAN BE .0015 IN.
DIAMETER (A) THAN ACROSS GREATER THAN (C)
THE THRUST FACES AT DIAM-

,....- A
ETER (B). MEASUREMENT
IS MADE ’18 IN. BELOW
LOWER RING GROOVE NY 2 2 0 A

Fig. 38-Plston Measurements Fig. 39-Measuring Piston Ring Clearance


c1 383-440 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-63

piston.
(6) For the two top rings use ring installer Tool PRESS
C-3673 for 383 cubic inch engines and Tool C-4001
for the 440 cubic inch engines.
MAIN SCREW
(TOOL)
Piston Pin Removal
(1) Arrange Tool C-3684 parts for removal of piston PILOT (TOOL)
pin, (Fig. 40).
(2) Install pilot on main screw.
(3) Install main screw through piston pin.
(4) Install anvil over threaded end of main screw
with small end of anvil against piston boss.
Be sure spring is removed from anvil.
(5) Install nut loosely on main screw and place as-
sembly on a press, (Fig. 41).
(6) Press piston pin out of connecting rod.
When pin falls free from connecting rod, stop press
to prevent damage to bottom of anvil. Fig. 41-Removing Piston Pin
(7) Remove tool from piston.
bank (1,3, 5, and 7) with indent on piston head on the
installation same side as the large chamfer on the large bore end
(1) Test piston pin fit in the piston. It should be a of the connecting rod.
sliding fit in the piston at 70 degrees F. Piston pins (7) Install main screw and piston pin in piston,
are supplied in standard sizes only. (Fig. 42).
(2) Lubricate piston pin holes in the piston and ( 8 ) Install nut on puller screw to hold assembly
connecting rod. together. Place assembly on a press (Fig.43).
(3) Arrange Tool C-3684 parts for installation of (9) Press piston pin in until piston pin “bottoms”
piston pin (Fig. 42). on the pilot. This will position pin in connecting rod.
(4) Install spring inside the pilot and install spring (10) Remove tool and arrange tool parts and piston
and pilot in the anvil. Install piston pin over main assembly in same manner (Fig. 40).
screw. (11) Place assembly in a vise (Fig. 44).
(5) Place piston, with “front” up, over the pilot so (12) Attach torque wrench to nut and tighten up to
pilot extends through piston pin hole. 15 foot-pounds. If the connecting rod moves down-
(6) Position connecting rod over the pilot which ex- ward on piston pin, reject this connecting rod and
tends through piston pin hole. piston pin combination. Obtain a connecting rod with
Assemble rods to pistons of the right cylinder bank proper small end bore diameter and repeat the instal-
(2, 4, 6, and 8) with indent on piston head opposite to lation and tightening procedure.
the larger chamfer on the large bore end of connect- (13) If connecting rod does not move under 15
ing rod. Assemble rods to pistons of the left cylinder foot-pounds, piston pin and connecting rod interfer-
ence is satisfactory, remove tool.
&NUT (TOOL)
ANVIL (TOOL) ANVIL (TOOL)
SPRING (TOOL)
PILOT (TOOL)
PILOT (TOOL)

SCREW (TOOL) MAIN SCREW

CONNECTING ROD

KR195 B GUIDE-LARGE (TOO


GUIDE-LARGE (TOOL)
KR196 B
Fig. 40-Tool Arrangement for Removing
Piston Pin Fig. 42-Tool Arrangement for Installing Piston Pin
9-64 ENGlNE183-440 CUBIC INCH 0

Fig. 43-Installing Piston Pin Fig. 45-Showing location of External Engine


Numbering Pad
CRANKSHAFT IDENTIFICATION
alternate from one bank t o another, because when
IMPORTANT: A Maltese Cross stamped on the engine rods are assembled to the pistons correctly, they are
numbering pad (Fig. 45) indicates that engine is not interchangeable from one bank to another.
equipped with a crankshaft which has one or more Each bearing cap has a small “V” groove across
connecting rods and/or main bearing iournal finished parting face. When installing the lower bearing shell,
.001 inch undersize. The position of the undersize make certain “V” groove in shell is in line with “V”
journal or journals is stamped on a machine surface groove in cap. This allows lubrication of the cylinder
of the NO. 3 counterweight (Fig. 46). A Maltese Cross wall. The bearings should always be installed so that
with an X indicates .010 inch undersize journals. the small formed tang fits into the machined grooves
The connecting rod journals are identified by the of the rods. The end clearance should be from .009 to
letter “R” and main bearing journals by the letter .017inch (two rods).
“M.” For example “M-1” indicates that NO. 1 main
bearing is .001inch undersize. Limits of taper or out-of-round on any crankshaft
journals should be held to a maximum of .001 inch.
Bearings are available in .001, .002, .003,.010 and
CONNECTING RODS .012inch undersize.
lnstullcrtlon of Connecting Rod Bearings Install the bearings in pairs. Do not use a new bear-
Fit all rods on one bank until complete. Do not ing half with an old bearing half. Do not file the rods
or bearing caps.

ORQUE WRENCH
SOCKET
PIS ANVIL (TOOL)

PILOT 21 /MAIN SCREW


(TOOL)

KR168 B
Fig. 46-Showing Location of Internal Marking of
Fig. 44-Testing Fit of Piston Pin in Connecting Rod Counterweight
383-440 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-65
MEASURING CONNECTING ROD into position on crankpin journal.
BEAR1NG CLEARANCE (7) The notch or groove on top of piston must be
pointing toward front of engine and larger chamfer of
Shim Stock Method connecting rod bore must be installed toward crank
(1) Place an oiled .001 inch brass shim stock (1/2 pin journal fillet.
inch wide and 3/4 inch long) between the bearing and (8) Install rod caps, tighten nuts to 45 foot-pounds.
connecting rod journal.
(2) Install bearing cap and tighten to 45 foot- CRANKSHAFT MAIN JOURNALS
pounds.
(3) Turn connecting rod 1/4 turn in each direction. Crankshaft main bearing journals should be in-
A slight drag should be felt which indicates clearance spected for excessive wear, taper and scoring. Journal
is satisfactory. Correct clearance is from .0005 to grinding should not exceed .012 inch under the
.0015 inch. standard journal diameter. DO NOT grind the thrust
(4) Side play should be from .009 to .017 inch. faces of the NO. 3 main bearing. Do not nick crankpin
or main bearing fillets. After regrinding, remove
INSTALLING PISTON AND CONNECTING rough edges from crankshaft oil holes and clean out
ROD ASSEMBLY IN CYLINDER BLOCK all oil passages.

(1)Before installing pistons, rods, and rod assem- CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGS
blies in the bore, be sure that the compression ring New lower main bearings halves Numbers 1, 2, 4 5
gaps are staggered so that neither are in line with oil
ring rail gaps. are interchangeable (Fig. 48). New upper main bear-
ing halves Number 2, 4 and 5 are also interchange-
(2) The oil ring expander ends should be positioned
toward the outside of the “V” of the engine. The oil able. Upper and lower bearing halves are not inter-
ring rail gaps should be positioned opposite each changeable because upper bearing is grooved and
lower bearing is not.
other and above the piston pin holes.
The NO. 1 upper main bearing IS NOT INTER-
(3) Immerse piston head and rings in clean engine
oil, slide ring compressor, Tool C-385, over the piston CHANGEABLE AND IS CHAMFERED on the tab side
for timing chain oiling and can be identified by a red
and tighten with special wrench (part of Tool C-385).
marking on edge of bearing.
(4) Be sure the position of rings does not change Upper and lower NO. 3 bearings are flanged to
during this operation. Screw connecting rod bolt pro-
carry the crankshaft thrust loads and are not inter-
tector (part of Tool C-3221) on one rod bolt, and insert changeable with any other bearings in the engine.
rod and piston into cylinder bore. Bearings that are not badly worn or pitted must be
Rotate crankshaft so connecting rod journal is on
reinstalled in the same position.
center of cylinder bore.
Bearing caps are not interchangeable and should be
(5) Attach puller part of Tool C-3221 on the other
bolt, and guide the rod over crankshaft journal (Fig. marked at removal to insure correct assembly. Bear-
ings are available in standard and the following
47). undersizes: .001, .002, .003,.010,.011 and .012 inch.
(6) Tape piston down in cylinder bore, using handle
of a hammer. At the same time, guide connecting rod
7
c

UPPER
t
?

THRUST BEARING

b KR172

Fig. 47-Installing Connecting Rod Using Tool C-322 1 Fig. 48-Main Bearing Identification
9-66 E N G I N E 4 8 3 4 0 CUBIC INCH
Do not install an undersize bearing that will reduce
clearance below specifications.
Removal
(1) Remove oil pan and mark bearing caps before
BRIDGE
removal. (PART OF TOOL)
(2) Remove bearing caps one at a time. Remove \
upper half of bearing by inserting Tool C-3059 (Fig.
49) into oil hole of crankshaft.
(3) Slowly rotate crankshaft clockwise, forcing out
upper half of bearing.
Installation
Only one main bearing should be selectively fitted
while all other main bearing caps are properly
torqued. SIDE SEAL
When installing a new upper bearing shell, slightly GROOVES
chamfer the sharp edges from the plain side.
(1) Start bearing in place, and insert Tool C-3059 Fig. 50-Installing Rear Main Bearing
into oil hole of crankshaft (Fig. 49). Lower Oil Seal
(2) Slowly rotate crankshaft counter-clockwise slid- inch, install a new number 3 main bearing.
ing the bearing into position. Remove Tool C-3059. (7) Fit remaining bearings in same manner.
It is permissable to use one .001 inch undersize
Measuring Main Bearing Clearance bearing shell with one standard bearing shell or one
(3) Smooth edges of a 1/2 x 3/4 inch piece of brass .002 inch undersize bearing shell with one .001 inch
shim stock, .001inch thickness. undersize shell. Always use the smaller diameter
(4) Install bearing in center main bearing cap, bearing half as the upper. Never use an upper bear-
bearing tang in groove in cap, lubricate bearing and ing half more than .001 inch smaller than the lower
position shim stock across the bearing, install cap, bearing half and never use a new bearing half with a
tighten bolts to 85 foot-pounds. used bearing half.
(5) If a slight drag is felt as crankshaft is turned
(moved no more than 1/4 turn in either direction), REPLACEMENT OF REAR MAIN
clearance is .001 inch or less and is considered satis- BEARING OIL SEAL
factory. (Crankshaft Removed)
If, however, no drag is felt, the bearing is too large
or crankshaft cannot be rotated, bearing is too small Upper Rear Main Seal Instollation
and should be replaced with the correct size. (1) Install a new rear main bearing oil seal in cyl-
(6) Measure crankshaft end play .002 to .007 inch. inder block so that both ends protrude.
If end play is less than .002 inch or more than .007

n Lc)"

Fig. 5 I-Trimming Rear Main Bearing


Fig. 49-Removing or Installing Upper Main Bearing Lower Oil Seal
0 383-440 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-67
(2) Tap seal down into position, using Tool C-3625 (3) Trim off that portion of the seal that protrudes
for 383 Cubic Inch Engines or Tool C-3743 for 440 above the cap (Fig. 51).
Cubic Inch Engines, with bridge removed until tool
is seated in bearing bore. Side Seals Installation
(3) Hold the tool in this position and cut off portion Perform the following operations as rapidly as pos-
of seal that extends above the block on both sides. sible. These side seals are made from a material that
expands quickly when oiled.
Lower Rear Main Seal fnstallation (1) Apply mineral spirits or diesel fuel to the side
(1) Install a new seal in seal retainer so ends pro- seals.
trude (Fig. 50). (2) Install seals immediately in the seal retainer
(2) Install bridge on tool and tap the seal down into grooves.
position with Tool C-3625 for 383 Cubic Inch Engines (3) Install seal retainer and tighten screws to 30
or Tool C-3743 for 440 Cubic Inch Engines until tool foot-pounds.
is seated. Failure to pre-oil the wals will result in an oil leak.

ENGINE OILING SYSTEM


OIL PAN and left manifolds.
(4) Remove clamp attaching exhaust pipe to exten-
Removal sion and remove exhaust pipe.
(1) Disconnect battery cable. (5) Drain crankcase oil.
(2) Raise vehicle on a hoist and disconnect steering (6) Remove converter dust shield.
linkage from idler arm and steering arm. (7) Remove oil pan bolts. Turn flywheel until
(3) Disconnect exhaust pipe branches from right counterweight and connecting rods at front end of
, ^ - -- I . " -
x
x~

KU 24
Fig. 52-Engine Oiling System
9-68 E N G I N E 1 8 3 4 0 CUBIC INCH 0

crankshaft are at their highest position to provide


clearance, and lower the pan. Turn pan counter-
clockwise to clear oil screen and suction pipe as it is
lowered.

/ns)allation
(1) Inspect alignment of oil strainer. The bottom of
the strainer must be on a horizontal plane with
machined surface of cylinder block. The bottom of
the strainer must touch the bottom of oil pan.
(2) Install oil pan.
(3) Install converter dust shield.
(4) Connect exhaust pipe branches to the manifolds
and to the exhaust extension. Fig. 54-Measuring Oil Pump Cover Flcrtnerr
(5) Connect steering linkage at idler arm and at
pitman arm.
(6) Connect battery cable.
(7) Install drain plug and refill crankcase with the
proper grade and quantity of oil.

OIL PUMP

Removal
Remove oil pump attaching bolts and remove pump
and filter assembly from bottom side of engine.

Disassembly
(1) Remove filter base and oil seal ring.
(2) Remove pump rotor and shaft and lift out outer
pump rotor. KB66A
(3) Remove the oil pressure relief valve plug and
Fig. 55-Measuring Outer Rotor lhkkness
lift out the spring and relief valve plunger (Fig. 53).
filter base if it is scratched or grooved.
lnspeciion and Assembly (2) Lay a straightedge across oil pump filter base
(1) Clean all parts thoroughly. The mating face of surface (Fig. 54). If a .0015 inch feeler gauge can be
filter base (oil pump cover) should be smooth. Replace inserted between the base and straightedge, filter
BOLTS AND WASHERS base should be replaced.
(3) If outer rotor length measures less than .943
inch (Fig. 55) and diameter less than 2.469 inches,
replace outer rotor.

PLUNGER INNER ROTOR

SEAL RIN

KR173
KB 67A
Fig. 53-Oil Pump and Filter Assembly
(Disassembled View) Fig. 56-Measun'ng Inner Rotor thickness
0 383-440 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-69

OUTER ROTOR

INNER ROTOR

Fig. 59-Measuring Clearance Between Rotors

or look for other causes of possible loss of oil pres-


Fig. 57-Measuring Clearance Over Rotors sure. When assembling the oil pump, be sure to use
new oil seal rings between filter base and pump body.
(4) If inner rotor length measures less than .942
inch (Fig. 56), a new inner rotor should be installed.
(5) Slide outer rotor and inner rotor into pump /nstallation
(1) Install a new “0” ring seal on the pilot of oil
body and place a straightedge across the face (be- pump before attaching oil pump to cylinder block.
tween the bolt holes) (Fig. 57). (2) Install oil pump on engine, using a new gasket
(6) If a feeler gauge of more than .004 inch can be
on engine and tighten attaching bolts to 35 foot-
inserted between the rotor and straightedge replace pounds. Install oil filter element.
rotor.
(7) Remove inner rotor and shaft leaving outer
rotor in pump cavity. OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT
(8) Press outer rotor body to one side with the
fingers and measure the clearance between outer The “spin on” oil filter should be replaced prefer-
rotor and pump body (Fig. 58). ably to coincide with every second oil change.
(9) If measurement is more than .012 inch, replace
oil pump body. Removal
(10) If the tip clearance between inner and outer Use care so as not to damage transmission oil cooler
rotor (Fig. 59) is more than .010 inch, replace inner lines.
and outer rotors. (1) Using Tool C-3845 unscrew the filter from the
base on bottom side of engine and discard (Fig. 60).
Servicing Oil Pressure Relief Valve (2) Wipe base clean.
Inspect oil pump relief valve plunger for scoring
and free operation in its bore. Small scores may be lnstallation
removed with 400 grit wet or dry paper providing (1) Install the “spin” oil filter by hand, finger
extreme care is used not to round off the sharp edge tight. Do not use tool.
portion of the valve. (2) To obtain an effective seal, tighten filters by
The relief valve spring has a free length of 2-9/32 hand the additional number of turns indicated on the
to 2-19/64 inch and should test 14.85 to 15.85 lbs. replacement filter. Start engine and inspect for leaks.
when compressed to 1-19/32 inch. Discard spring
that fails to meet specifications.
If the oil pressure is low, inspect for worn bearings,
OUTER ROTOR

- - NN359

Fig. 58-Measuring Outer Rotor Clearance Fig. 60-Removing Oil Filter


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426 CUBIC I N C H HEMI ENGINE

Page Page
Camshaft ..................................... 79 Installing Piston and Connecting Rod Assembly in
Camshaft Bearings ............................ 79 Cylinder Block .............................. 83
Closed Crankcase Ventilation System Measuring Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance ... 83
for State of California ........................ 88 Oil Filter Replacement ........................ 87
Connecting Rods .............................. Oil Pan ....................................... 85
Crankshaft I dentification .......................
83
82 Oil Pump .................................... 86
Crankshaft Main Bearings ..................... Piston, Pins and Rings ........................ 82
Repair of Damaged or Worn Threads ........... 90
83
Crankshaft Main Journals ...................... 83
Crankcase Ventilation System .................. 87 Replacement of Rear Main Bearing Oil Seal ..... 85
Cylinder Block ................................ 81 Specifications ................................. 90
Cylinder Heads ............................... 71 Timing Chain Cover, Oil Seal and Chain ........ 76
Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing ................ 80 Tu ne-U p ...................................... 70
Engine Assembly .............................. 70 Valves and Valve Springs ...................... 73
Engine Mounts ................................ 71 Valve Timing .................................. 76
Engine Oiling System ......................... 85

SERVICE PROCEDURES
TUNE-UP (12)Every oil change remove filter element and
blow out dirt gently with air hose. Direct air from
(1)Test battery specific gravity, add water if nec- inside out, and keep nozzle 2 inches away from ele-
essary, clean and tighten battery connections. ment to avoid damaging. Clean the metal housing
(2)Test cranking voltage. See “Starting Motor and replace the element. Every year install a new
Cranking Voltage” Electrical Section of this manual. factory recommended filter element. Service the
(3) Tighten the intake manifold bolts to specifica- unit more frequently when driving under severe con-
tions. ditions, such as in dusty areas.
(4)Perform cylinder compression test. Compres- (13) Inspect crankcase ventilation system as out-
sion should not vary more than 30 pounds. lined on page 87.
(5) Clean or replace spark plugs as necessary and (14)Inspect and adjust the accessory belt drives
adjust gap to .035 inch. Tighten to 30 foot-pounds. referring to “Cooling System” Group 7 for proper
Aluminum spark plug tubes serve as spark plug adjustments.
gaskets. (15) Road test vehicle as a final check.
(6) Test resistance of spark plug cables. Refer to
“Ignition System Secondary Circuit Inspection” Elec- ENGINE ASSEMBLY
trical Section.
(7)Inspect the breaker plate contacts, primary 1 al
and vacuum advance operation. Replace parts as ribe hood hinge outlines on hood and remove
essary. Refer to Ignition System and make necesi
adjustment. Test coil output voltage, primary ain cooling system, remove battery and air
secondary resistance. Test Condenser. cleaner.
(8)Reset the ignition timing with the vacuum ad- (3) Disconnect radiator hoses, heater hoses and
vance line disconnected. The ignition timing should cooler lines if so equipped. Remove radiator and
be set to compensate for altitudes and/or gasoline shroud.
grades. (4)Disconnect fuel line, throttle cable, electrical
(9)Set carburetor idle mixture adjustment. Adjust connections to alternator, coil, temperature and oil
engine RPM to specifications. Perform a combustion pressure sending units.
analysis. (5) Raise vehicle on a hoist and remove transmis-
(10)Test the fuel pump for pressure and vacuum. sion as outlined in Group 21 of this manual. Remove
Refer to “Fuel System” Group 14,Specifications. clutch torque shaft if so equipped.
(11)Inspect the manifold heat control valve in (6) Remove attaching bolts and stud nuts from
the right exhaust manifold for proper operation and front engine mount insulators.
apply Manifold Heat Control Valve Solvent Number (7)Disconnect exhaust pipes from manifolds and
1879318 or equivalent to the bushing and shaft. tie out of the way. Lower vehicle.
0 426 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-71
(8)Install lifting straps to engine, attach front (2) Position fan to clear radiator top tank and
strap to front of left cylinder head and rear strap hoses.
to rear of right cylinder head. (3) Remove engine mount to frame bolts; on the
Caution: Do not use intake manifold to remove en- right side disconnect flexible line and fitting from
gine assembly. fuel pump and move line to side; on left side re-
Remove carburetors to prevent damage. move splash shield.
(9) Attach hydro-crane lifting hooks to lifting (4)Raise engine and remove engine mounts with
straps, remove engine assembly from chassis and in. brackets. Remove insulators from brackets.
stall engine in a repair stand.
lnstallation
lnstallation (1) Install insulators to brackets loosely.
(1)Attach hydro-crane lifting hooks to lifting (2) Install engine mounts to engine, lower engine,
straps and remove engine from repair stand. into position and install engine mount to frame bolts.
(2) Lower engine into chassis until the front en- Tighten to specifications.
gine mounts line up with “K”member support. Install (3)On right side install fitting and flexible line to
attaching bolts and stud nuts, do not tighten at this fuel pump; on left side install splash shield.
time. (4)Install throttle linkage to bellcrank.
(3)Install engine support fixture C-3487,engaging
the hooks in holes in frame side members. Be sure REAR ENGINE MOUNTS
support ends are up against the underside of the oil
pan flange. Removal
(4)Remove hydro-crane lifting hooks. Raise ve- (1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
hicle on a hoist. (2) Install transmission jack to support rear of
(5) Install transmission as outlined in Group 21 of engine.
this service manual. (3) Remove extension housing mounting bolts,
(6) Install clutch torque shaft, linkage and adjust crossmember attaching bolts and remove crossmem-
clutch pedal to 1 inch free play. ber.
(7) Install exhaust pipes to manifolds. Torque front (4)Remove insulator from crossmember.
engine mounts to specifications. Lower vehicle.
(8) Connect electrical connections to alternator, lnstallation
coil, temperature and oil pressure sending units, fuel (1) Install insulator to crossmember.
line. (2) Install crossmember, tightening attaching bolts
(9) Install carburetors, linkage, throttle cable and to specifications.
adjust . (3)Install extension housing mounting bolts tight-
(10) Install radiator, connect heater hoses, cooler ening to specifications.
lines and fill cooling system. (4)Remove transmission jack and lower vehicle.
(11)Install hood using scribe marks for proper
alignment. CYLINDER HEADS
(12) Install battery, fill crankcase to capacity.
Whenever an engine has been rebuilt and/or a new Each chrome alloy cast iron cylinder head is held
camshaft and/or new tappets have been installed, in place by 13 bolts (Fig. 1) and 4 studs, nuts and
add one quart of MoPar Engine Supplement Part SUPPORT BRACKET BOLTS
Number 1879406 or equivalent to engine oil to aid
break-in. The oil mixture should be left in engine for
a minimum of 500 miles and drained at next normal
oil change.
(13)Start engine, adjust engine idle and timing
to specifications, install air cleaner and road test ve-
hicle.

FRONT ENGINE MOUNTS


Removal
CYLINDER HEATOUTER
BOLTS NN971
(1) Disconnect throttle linkage from bellcrank at
rear of engine. Fig. 1 -Cylinder Head Attaching Bolts
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Rocker Arms and Shafts Removal


(1) With cylinder head cover removed, remove the
five bolts, (3/4 inch hexagon) that attach the rocker
arm support brackets to the cylinder head and block
(Fig. 1).
(2) Remove rocker arm assemblies.
(3)Remove push rods and place them in their
proper slots in holder tool C-3068.

Cylinder Head Removal


(1)With cylinder head cover and rocker arm as-
sembly removed, remove alternator, disconnect ac-
celerator cable and transmission throttle rod from
upper bellcrank. Drain cooling system.
(2)Disconnect fuel line at tee fitting.
Fig. 2-Removing or Installing Cylinder Head (3)Disconnect intake manifold heat tubes located
Stud Nuts
at rear of manifold. Remove air tube between auto-
washers (Fig. 2). The stud nuts are tightened from matic choke and exhaust manifold.
inside of the tappet chamber. Aluminum spark plug (4)Remove the intake manifold attaching screws.
tubes (shown in cross section in Figure 3) serve as (There are three locating dowels at each end of mani-
spark plug gaskets. The tubes project through the cyl- fold.)
inder head cover and are sealed against oil leaks. (5)Remove intake manifold with ignition coil, both
carburetors, fuel lines, fuel filters, throttle linkage
and upper bellcrank as an assembly.
Cylinder Head Cover Removal (6)Disconnect exhaust headers from cylinder heads
(1)Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
(2)Remove air cleaner, distributor cap with spark and tie out of way.
plug cable and coil secondary cable as an assembly. (7)Remove the lower eight cylinder head bolts
(3) On left bank, disconnect brake lines at master (Fig. 1).
(8) Remove the four stud nuts, (9/16 inch hexa-
cylinder, remove cotter pin and clevis pin from link-
age in back of power brake. gon) from cylinder head studs inside of tappet cham-
(4)Remove the 4 nuts attaching booster to mount- ber (Fig. 2).
ing bracket and remove power brake and master cyl- (9)Remove cylinder heads and place in holding fix-
inder assembly. ture tool (2-3626.To protect studs do not set cylinder
head down on studs at any time.
(5)Grasp secondary cables at spark plug covers
and pull covers straight out.
(6)Remove spark plugs. Cylinder Head lnstallation
(7)Remove cylinder head covers and gaskets. (1) Clean gasket surfaces of cylinder block, cyl-
inder head and remove all burrs from edges of cylin-
der head.
(2)Inspect all surfaces with a straightedge if there
is any reason to suspect leakage.
If the cylinder head studs were removed or come
loose, the studs will have to be coated with Mopar
Sealer Number 1057794 or equivalent and torqued
to 20 foot-lbs.
(3) Coat new gasket with MOPAR Sealer Number
1057794 or equivalent. With the raised bead toward
cylinder block, install gasket and cylinder head.
(4)Install the cylinder head stud nuts inside of
tappet chamber and the eight short outer cylinder
head bolts. Do not tighten at this time.
NN1034
Rocker Arms and Shaft lnstallation
Fig. 3-Hemi-426 Engine Combustion Chamber (1)Install push rods through push rod holes in
Cross Sedion head. The short rods in upper holes (intake) and long
0 426 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-73
rods in lower holes (exhaust).
If the rocker arm assembly had been disassembled
for cleaning, inspection or replacement, refer to Fig-
ure 4 for proper reassembly noting oil hotes in num-
ber two and four brackets.
(2) Position the rocker shaft support brackets on
the cylinder head and install the five long cylinder
head bolts into rocker shaft support brackets and cyl-
inder head, lining up all push rods to their respective
rocker arms.
(3) Starting at the center, tighten all head bolts
and stud nuts to 50 foot-pounds in sequence shown NN1036
in Figure 5 then repeat the procedure, tightening to
75 foot-pounds in the same sequence. Fig. 5-Cylinder Head Tightening Sequence
(4) Adjust tappets. See “Tappet Adjustment Pro- heater hoses if removed.
cedure.” (12) Connect power brake booster, if so equipped
(5) Install exhaust headers with new gaskets and and bleed brakes.
tighten to 35 foot-pounds. (13) Fill the cooling system. Start engine and check
(6) Place new cylinder head cover gaskets in posi- for leaks.
tion and install cylinder head covers. Tighten nuts to (14) Adjust ignition timing and carburetors to spe-
10 foot-pounds. cifications. Road test vehicle.
(7) Adjust spark plug gaps to .035 inch. Slide spark
plug tube seals over tubes. With a six inch extension VALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS
on a spark plug socket insert spark plug, slide spark
plug tube over assembly, insert assembly in cover and The valves are a lateral arrangement which pro-
cylinder head, being careful not to drop plug as this vides the maximum amount of space and permits di-
would change gap setting. Tighten spark plugs to 30 rect and unrestricted intake and exhaust porting.
foot-pounds. Valve guides are integral with the heads.
(8) Install new intake manifold gaskets and intake
manifold; make sure end gaskets are positioned over Removal
locating dowels marked “A” in Figure 6. Tighten (1) With cylinder head removed, compress valve
screws marked “B” to 72 inch-pounds, and screws springs with Tool C-3422A(Fig. 7).
marked “C” to 48 inch-pounds. Repeat the tightening (2) Remove valve retaining locks, valve spring re-
procedure in the sequence shown until all screws tainers, valve stem cup seals (intake valves only) and
maintain their specified torque. valve springs. Remove any burrs from the valve stem
(9) Connect fuel line, automatic choke, intake mani- lock grooves to prevent damage to the valve guide
fold heat tubes, transmission throttle rod to upper bell when valves are removed.
crank, accelerator cable and adjust as necessary.
(10) Install crankcase ventilation hose, distributor Valve lnspectton
cap with spark plug cables, and coil wire and cable. (1) Clean valves thoroughly and discard burned,
(11) Install alternator, battery ground cable and warped or cracked valves.

@ INTAKE MANIFOLD @

NN1037

Fig. 4-Rocker Shafts Assembly (Bottom V i e w ) Fig. 6-Intake Manifold Tightening Sequence
9-74 ENGINE426 CUBIC INCH 0

Fig. 9-Measuring Valve Guide Wear


NPll?
reading is excessive or if the valve stems are scuffed
Fig. 7-Compressing Valve Spring or scored.
(d) Service valves with oversize stems are avail-
(2) Measure valve stems for wear. New intake valve able in .005, .015 and .030 inch oversize.
stem diameter should measure .3085 to .3095 inch (e) Slowly turn reamer by hand and clean guide
and exhaust valve stem diameter should measure thoroughly before installing a new valve. Do not at-
.3075 to .3085 inch. If wear exceeds .002 inch, replace tempt to ream the valve guides from standard directly
valve. to .030 inch. Use step procedure of .W5, .015 and
(3) Remove carbon and varnish deposits from in- .030 inch so the valve guides may be reamed true in
side of valve guides with cleaner Tool C-756. relation to the valve seat.
(4) Measure valve stem guide clearance as follows:
(a) Install sleeve Tool C-3973 over valve stem
Refacing Valves and Valve Seats
(Fig. 8) and install valve. The special sleeve places (1) The intake and exhaust valve seats and valve
the valve at the correct height for checking with a faces have a 45 degree angle.
dial indicator. (2) Inspect the remaining margin after the valves
(b) Attach dial indicator Tool C-3339 to cylinder are refaced (Fig. 10). Valves with less than 3/64 inch
head and set it at right angle to the valve stem being margin should be discarded.
measured (Fig. 9). (3) When refacing valve seats, it is important that
(c) Move valve to and from the indicator. The total the correct size valve guide pilot be used for reseat-
dial indicator should not exceed .017 inch. Ream

FACE
P- MARGIN
' FACE

lXHAUST VALVE
INTAKE VALVE

VALVE SPRING
RETAINER LOCK
GROOVES

NP121

Fig. 8-Installing Valve and Tool C-3973 Fig. IO-Intake and Exhaust Valves
0 426 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-75
ing stones. A true and complete surface must be ob- (valve open). The outer valve spring (with surge damp-
tained. er removed) should test 102 to 108 pounds when
(4)Measure the concentricity of valve seat using compressed to 1-55/64 inches (valve closed), and
dial indicator No. 13725. Total runout should not 179 to 189 at 1-13/32 inches (valve open). Discard
exceed .002inch (total indicator reading). springs that do not meet these specifications.
(5)Inspect valve seat with Prussian Blue to deter- (2)Inspect each valve spring for squareness with
mine where the valve contacts the seat. To do this, a steel square and surface plate, test springs from
coat valve seat lightly with Prussian Blue then set both ends (Fig. 12). If the spring is more than 1/16
the valve in place. Rotate the valve with light pres- inch out of square, install a new spring.
sure. If the blue is transferred to the center of the
valve face, contact is satisfactory. If the blue is trans- installation
ferred to the top edge of valve face, lower the valve (1)Coat valve stems with lubrication oil and insert
seat with a 30" stone. If the blue is transferred to them in cylinder head.
the bottom edge of valve face, raise the valve seat (2) If valves and/or seats are reground, check
with a 60" stone. valve stem height with Tool C-4014 for intake valves
(6)When the seat is properly positioned, the width and Tool C-4015 for exhaust valves. If valve is too
of intake seats should be 1/16 to 3/32 inch. The long, grind off the tip until length is within limits.
width of exhaust seats should be 3/64 to 1/16 inch. (Fig. 13).
(3) Install new seals on intake valve stems and over
Testing Valve Springs (Fig. I I ) valve guides (Fig. 14). Install valve springs and re-
(1)Whenever valves have been removed for in- tainers. Install springs so that closed coils are against
spection, reconditioning or replacement, valve springs the cylinder head.
should be tested. As an example, the compressed (4)Compress valve springs with Tool C-3422A,
length to be tested is 1-1/2 inches. Turn table of install locks and release tool. If valves and/or seats
Tool (2-647until surface is in line with the 1-1/2inch are reground, measure the installed height of springs.
mark on the threaded stud and the zero mark to the Make sure measurement is taken from bottom of
front. Place spring over stud on the table and lift spring retainer (if spacers are installed, measure from
compressing lever to set tone device. Pull on torque the top of spacer). If height i s greater than 1-59/64
wrench until ping is heard. Take reading on torque inch, install a 1/16 inch spacer in head counterbore to
wrench at this instant. Multiply this reading by two. bring spring height back to the normal 1-53/64 to
This will give the spring load at test length. Fraction- 1-57/46 inches.
al measurements are indicated on the table for finer
adjustments. The inner valve spring should test 47 TAPPET ADJUSTMENT
to 53 pounds when compressed to 1-41/64 inches
(valve closed), and 86 to 96 pounds at 1-11/64inches When adjusting tappets on the 426 cu. in. engine
(cold setting) it is very important that the setting is
made with each tappet at the lowest point of the cam
on the base circle.
The procedure used on standard engines cannot be
used because of the overlap and duration with the

K H333 KR145A

Fig. I I --Testing Valve Spring Fig. 12-Inspecting Valve Spring Squareness


9-76 E N G I N E 4 2 6 CUBIC INCH

Fig. 13-Measuring Valve Stem length


special camshaft. Fig. 14-Installing Intake Valve Stem S e d
The following procedure will assure proper position direction) until valve has lifted .087 inch.
of the camshaft when making adjustment. An indi- CAUTION: Do not turn crankshaft any further clock-
cator light can be used in the ignition primary circuit wise, as the valve spring might bottom and result in
to more clearly define the various positions of the serious damage.
crankshaft: The timing of the crankshaft pulley should now read
A. Adjust ignition timing to TDC, Intake Exhaust from 10 degrees before top dead center to 2 degrees
Chalk mark TDC and 180" op- after top dead center. Readjust lash.
posite TDC on the front crank- (4) If reading is not within specified limits:
shaft damper. (.028") (.W2")
B. Set crankshaft so No. 1 cylin- (a) Check accuracy of DC mark on crankshaft
der is at TDC (Compression pulley.
Stroke Points Opening). (b) Check sprocket index marks.
Adjust 2 and 7 4 and 8 (c) Inspect timing chain for wear.
C. Rotate crankshaft 180" in nor-
mal running direction until TIMING CHAIN COVER, OIL SEAL
points open for No. 4 cylinder.
Adjust 1and 8 3 and 6 AND CHAIN
D. Rotate crankshaft an additional
180" until Doints oDen for No. 6 Cover Removal
cylinder. (1) Drain cooling system and remove radiator, fan
Adjust 3 and 4 5 and 7 belt and water pump housing. Remove power steer-
E. Rotate crankshaft an additional ing pump and tie out of the way, if so equipped.
180" until points open for No. 7 (2) Remove pulley from vibration damper, bolt and
cylinder. washer securing vibration damper on crankshaft.
Adjust 5 and 6 1 and 2
F. Reset ignition timing to operat- (3) Install Tool C-3688,and pull damper assembly
ing specifications and install off end of crankshaft (Fig. 15).
va Ive covers. (4) Remove the two front pan bolts.
VALVE TIMING (5) Remove chain case cover and gasket using
extreme caution to avoid damaging oil pan gasket.
(1) Rotate crankshaft until the #6 exhaust valve I t is normal to find particles of neoprene collect be-
is closing and the #6 intake valve is opening. Install a tween the crankshaft seal retainer and crankshaft oil
dial indicator so that indicator pointer contacts valve slinger.
spring retainer on # 1 intake valve parallel to the axis (6)Slide crankshaft oil slinger from end of crank-
of the valve stem. shaft.
(First valve on top rocker shaft on right bank as
viewed from front of engine). Timing Chain
(2) Turn #1 intake adjuster screw in one complete (Measuring Timing Chain for Stretch)
turn to remove lash. Zero the indicator. (a) Place a scale next to the timing chain so any
(3)Rotate crankshaft clockwise (normal running movement of the chain may be measured.
0 426 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-77

NP291 Fig. 17-C amsh d t Holding Tool C-3509


Fig. 15-Removing Damper Assembly with crankshaft and camshaft sprockets.
(b) Place a torque wrench and socket over cam- When installing timing chain, use Tool C-3509 to
shaft sprocket attaching bolt and apply torque in the prevent camshaft from contacting the welch plug in
direction of crankshaft rotation to take up slack; 30 the rear of engine block. Remove distributor and oil
foot-pounds (with cylinder heads installed) or 15 pump-distributor drive gear. Locate tool against rear
foot-pounds (cylinder heads removed). side of cam gear and attach tool with distributor re-
With torque applied to the camshaft sprocket bolt, tainer plate bolt (Fig. 17).
crankshaft should not be permitted to move. I t may (g) Place camshaft sprocket and crankshaft sprock-
be necessary to block crankshaft to prevent rotation. et on the bench with timing marks on exact imaginary
(c) Holding a scale with dimensional reading even center line through both camshaft and crankshaft
with edge of a chain link, apply torque in the reverse sprocket bores.
direction 30 foot-pounds (with cylinder heads in- (h) Place timing chain around both sprockets.
stalled) or 15 foot-pounds (cylinder heads removed), (i) Turn crankshaft and camshaft to line up with
and note amount of chain movement (Fig. 16). keyway location on crankshaft sprocket and dowel
(d) Install a new timing chain, if its movement ex- hole in camshaft sprocket.
ceeds 3/16 inch. (j) Lift sprockets and chain (keep sprockets tight
(e) If chain is satisfactory, slide crankshaft oil against chain in position as described).
slinger over shaft and up against sprocket (flange (k) Slide both sprockets evenly over their respec-
away from sprocket). tive shafts.
(f) If chain is not satisfactory; remove camshaft (1) Use a straight edge to measure alignment of
sprocket attaching bolts and remove timing chain
TORQUE WRENCH
e

Fig. 16-Measuring Timing Chain Stretch (Typical) Fig. 18-Alignment of Timing Marks
9-78 ENGINE426 CUBIC INCH 0

timing marks (Fig. 18). REMOVER SCREW (T


(m) Install camshaft sprocket bolts and tighten
to 40 foot-pounds. Slide the crankshaft oil slinger REMOVING A
INSTALLING P
over shaft and up against sprocket (flange away from (TOOL)
sprocket).
SL
Oil Seal Replacement (Cover Removed)
(1) Position remover screw of Tool C-3506 through
case cover, inside of case cover up. Position remover
blocks directly opposite each other, and force the
angular lip between the neoprene and flange of seal
retainer.
(2) Place washer and nut on remover screw. Tighten
nut as tight as possible by hand, forcing the blocks
into the gap to a point of distorting the seal retainer Fig. 20-Removing Oil Seal
lip (Fig. 19). This is important, remover is only posi-
tioned at this point. IF
(3) Place sleeve over retainer and place removing PI
(T
and installing plate into the sleeve.
(4) Place flat washer and nut on the remover screw.
Hold center screw and tighten remover nut to remove c
the seal (Fig.20). r

(5) Insert remover screw through the removing and


installing plate so thin shoulder will be facing up.
(6) Insert remover screw with the plate through
seal opening (inside of chain case cover facing up).
SI
(7) Place seal in cover opening, with neoprene down. 7
Place seal installing plate into the new seal, with pro-
tective recess toward lip of seal retainer (Fig. 21). KR154B
The lip of the neaprene seal must be toward source
of oil. Fig. 2 I-Positioning Installer Plate
(8) Install flat washer and nut on remover screw,
hold screw and tighten nut (Fig. 22). Cover /nstallatton
(1) Be sure mating surfaces of chain case cover an&
(9) The seal is properly installed when the neoprene
cylinder block are clean and free from burrs.
is tight against face of cover. Try to insert a .0015
(2) Using a new gasket slide chain case cover over
inch feeler gauge between the neoprene and the cover
(Fig. 23). If the seal is installed properly, feeler locating dowels. Install and tighten bolts 15 foot-
gauge cannot be inserted. REMOVER SCREW 'd *
*1

REMOVER BLOCKS (TOOL) LIP OF SEAL


PFTAINFR

'LATE

SEAL g
'CHAIN CASE COVER
RETAINER
1526
KR155B
Fig. 19-Remover Blocks Expanded t o Puller
Position Fig. 22-lnstalllng New Seal
426 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-79

FFFl FR
and distributor drive shaft.
(2)Remove fuel pump to allow fuel pump push
rod to drop away from cam eccentric.
(3)Remove camshaft, being careful not to damage
camshaft bearings with the cam lobes.

/nstallatlon
(1) Lubricate camshaft lobes and camshaft bearing
journals and insert camshaft to within 2 inches of its
final position in cylinder block.
(2)Modify Tool C-3509 by grinding off index lug
holding the upper arm on the tool and rotate arm 180
degrees.
Fig. 23-lnspecting Seal for Proper Seating (3)Install Tool C-3509 in place of distributor
drive gear and shaft, as shown in Figure 17.
pounds. (4)Hold tool in position with distributor lock plate
(3)Place damper hub key in the slot in crankshaft, screw. This tool will restrict camshaft from being
and slide vibration damper on crankshaft. pushed in too far and prevent knocking out the welch
(4)Place installing tool part of Tool C-3688 in plug in the rear of cylinder block.
position and press damper on the crankshaft (Fig. 24). The tool should remain installed until camshaft and
(5)Install damper retainer washer and bolt. Tight- crankshaft sprockets and timing chain have been in-
en to 135 foot-pounds. stalled.
(6)Slide belt pulley over shaft and attach with Whenever an engine is rebuilt and a new camshaft
bolts and lockwashers. Tighten bolts to 15 foot-pounds. and/or new tappets are installed, one quart of factory
recommended oil additive MOPAR Part Number
CAMSHAFT 1879406 or equivalent should be added to the engine
The camshaft has an integral oil pump and distrib- oil to aid in break-in. The oil mixture should be left
utor drive gear and fuel pump eccentric. in the engine for a minimum of 500 miles. Drain
The rearward camshaft thrust is taken by the rear the oil mixture at the next normal oil change.
face of the cast iron camshaft sprocket hub, bearing Whenever camshaft is replaced, all of tappet faces
directly on the front of cylinder block, eliminating must be inspected for crown with a straight edge. If
need for a thrust plate. The helix of the oil pump any contact surface is dished or worn, tappet must be
and distributor drive gear and camshaft lobe taper replaced.
both tend to provide a rearward thrust.
CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
Removal (Engine Removed from Vehicle)
(1) With tappets and the timing chain and sprockets
removed, remove distributor and lift out oil pump Removal
(1) With engine completely disassembled, drive out
camshaft rear bearing welch plug.
(2)Install proper size adapters and horse shoe
washers (part of Tool C-3132A)at the back of each
bearing to be removed and drive out bearings (Fig.
25).

installation
(1) Install new camshaft bearings with Tool C-
3132A.Place new camshaft bearing over proper adap-
ter.
(2)Position bearing in the tool. Install the horse
shoe lock and by reversing removal procedure, care-
fully drive bearing into place (Fig. 25).
(3)Install remaining bearings in like manner.
Install the No. 1 camshaft bearing 1/32 inward
Fig. 24-Installing Damper Assembly from the front face of cylinder block. ,
9-80 E N G I N E 4 2 6 CUBIC INCH n

Fig. 25-Removing Camshaft Bearing


Using Tool C-3 I 3 2 A
Fig. 27-Installing Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing
The oil holes in camshaft bearings and the cylinder
block must be in exact register to insure proper lubri- lnstallat ion
cation. (1) Slide a new bushing over burnishing end of
The camshaft bearing index can be inspected after Tool C-3053 and insert tool bushing into the bore
installation by inserting a pencil flashlight in the (Fig. 27).
bearing. The camshaft bearing oil hole should be per- (2) Drive bushing and tool into position, using a
fectly aligned with the drilled oil passage from the soft hammer.
main bearing. Other oil holes in the camshaft bear- (3) As the burnisher is pulled through the bushing
ings should be visible by looking down on the left by tightening remover nut, the bushing is expanded
bank oil hole above and between No. 6 and No. 8 cyl- tight in the block and burnished to correct size
inders to No. 4 camshaft bearing and on the right (Fig. 28). DO NOT REAM THIS BUSHING.
bank above and between No. 5 and 7 cylinders to No.
4 camshaft bearing. If camshaft bearing oil holes
Distributor Timing
are not in exact register, remove and reinstall them
Before installing distributor and oil pump drive
correctly. Use Tool C-897 to install a new welch plug shaft, time the engine as follows:
at rear of camshaft. Be sure this plug does not leak.
(1) Rotate crankshaft until No. 1 cylinder is at top
DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE SHAFT BUSHING dead center on the firing stroke.
(2) When in this position, the straight line on the
Removal vibration damper should be under “0”on timing indi-
(1) Insert Tool C-3052 into the old bushing and cator.
thread down until tight fit is obtained (Fig. 26). (3) Coat shaft and drive gear with engine oil. In-
(2) Hold remover screw and tighten nut until bush- stall the shaft so that after gear spirals into place,
ing is removed. it will index with the oil pump shaft, so slot in top

I
Fig. 26-Removing Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing Fig. 28-Burnishing Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing
0 426 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-81

tered in cylinder bore.


(2)Remove connecting rod cap.
(3)Install suitable connecting rod guides on rod
bolts and push each piston and rod assembly out of
cylinder bore: (Connecting rod guides to cover the
complete threaded area can be made from copper or
aluminum tubing and the inside threaded with a
7/16”-20tap.)
(4)After removal, install the corresponding bear-
ing cap on the rod.

Cleaning and Inspection


(1) Clean cylinder block thoroughly and inspect all
core hole plugs for evidence of leaking.
(2) If new core hole plugs are installed, coat the
j3A edges of the plug and core hole with a suitable sealer
and drive the plugs in place with driver, Tool C-897.
Fig. 29-Distributor Drive Gear Installed (3) Examine block for cracks or fractures.
of drive gear will be parallel with center line of
crankshaft (Fig. 29). Cylinder Bore Inspection
The cylinder walls should be measured for out-of-
Installation of Distributor round and taper with Tool C-119. If the cylinder bores
(1) Hold distributor over mounting pad on cylinder show more than .005” out-of-round, or a taper of more
block with vacuum chamber pointing toward center than .010” or if the cylinder walls are badly scuffed
of engine. or scored, the cylinder block should be rebored and
(2)Turn rotor until it points forward and to ap- honed, and new pistons and rings fitted. Whatever
proximate location of No. 1 tower terminal in the type of boring equipment is used, boring and honing
distributor cap. operation should be closely coordinated with the fit-
(3)Place distributor gasket in position. ting of pistons arld rings in order that specified clear-
(4) Lower the distributor and engage the shaft in ance may be maintained.
the slot of distributor drive shaft gear.
(5) Turn distributor clockwise until breaker con- Honing Cylinder Bores
tacts are just separating, install and tighten hold d o m Before honing, stuff plenty of clean rags under the
clamp. bores, over the crankshaft to keep the abrasive ma-
terials from entering the crankcase area.
CYLINDER BLOCK (1) To remove light scoring, scuffing or scratches
from the cylinder walls, use resizing hone Tool C-823
The cylinder block is of the deep block design with 220 grit stones and 390 extensions. Usually a
which eliminates the need for a torque converter few strokes will clean up a bore and maintain the re-
housing adapter plate. The cylinder block reinforced quired limits.
in the vicinity of the main bearing web. Number 2, 3 (2)Deglazing of the cylinder walls should be done
and 4 main bearing caps receive added support from using a cylinder surfacing hone, Tool C-3501,equipped
a pair of horizontal tie-bolts which anchor the bearing with 280 grit stones (C-3501-3810). 20 to 60 strokes
caps to the sides of the cylinder block. The sides ex- depending on the bore condition will be sufficient to
tend three inches below the crankshaft center line. provide a satisfactory surface. Inspect the cylinder
walls after each 20 strokes. Use honing oil C-3501-
Piston Removal 3880 or a light honing oil available from major oil
(1) Remove top ridge of cylinder bores with a reli- distributors. Do not use engine or transmission oil,
able ridge reamer before removing pistons from cyl- mineral spirits or kerosene.
inder block. Be sure to keep tops of pistons covered (3) Honing should be done by moving the hone up
during this operation. and down fast enough to get a cross-hatch pattern.
The pistons and connecting rods must be removed When hone marks intersect at 60°,cross hatch angle
from the tap of the cylinder block. When removing is most satisfactory for proper seating of rings (see
piston and connecting rod assemblies from the engine, Fig. 30).
rotate the crankshaft so each connecting rod is cen- (4) After honing, it is necessary that the block be
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Specified clearance between the piston and the cyl-


inder wall is .0025 to .0035 inch.
CROSS=HATCH PATTERN Piston diameter should be measured at the top of
skirt 90 degrees to piston pin axis. Cylinder bores
\ should be measured halfway down the cylinder bore
and transverse to the engine crankshaft center line.
Pistons and cylinder bores should be measured a t
normal room temperature, 70 degrees F.
All service pistons include pins, and are available
in standard and the following oversizes: .005, .020
and .040 inch.
F Wing Rings
(1) Measure piston ring gap about two inches from
bottom of cylinder bore in which it is to be fitted.
(An inverted piston can be used to push rings down
to insure positioning rings squarely in cylinder wall
before measuring.)
(2) Insert feeler stock in the gap. Ring gap should
be between .013 to .025 inch for the compression
rings and .015 to .062 inch for the oil ring steel rails
in standard size bores. Maximum gap on .005 inch
O/S bores should be .060 inch for compression rings
Fig. 30-Cross Hatch Pattern
and .070 inch for the oil ring steel rails.
cleaned again to remove all traces of abrasives. Wash (3) Measure side clearance between piston ring and
cylinder block and crankshaft thoroughly. ring groove. Clearance should be .0010to .003 inches
CAUTION: Be sure all abrasives are removed from for the top compression ring and intermediate ring.
the engine parts after honing. I t is recommended Steel rail service oil ring should be free in groove,
that a solution of soap and water be used with a brush but should not exceed .005 inch side clearance.
and the parts then thoroughly dried. The bore can be (4) Install the three piece oil ring in lower ring
considered clean when it can be wiped clean with a groove using instructions in ring package.
white cloth and the cloth remains clean. Oil bores (5) Install compression rings in middle and top
after cleaning to prevent rusting. groove as shown on instruction sheet. Be sure the
mark “top” on each compression ring faces top of
PISTONS, PINS AND RINGS piston.
(6) For the two top rings use ring installer Tool
Pistons C-3673.
The pistons are cam ground so that the diameter at
the pin boss is less than its diameter across the thrust Piston Pins
face. This allows for expansion under normal operat- (1) The piston pin should be a tight thumb press
ing conditions. Under operating temperatures, ex- fit in connecting rod and piston at normal room
pansion forces the pin bosses away from each other, temperature, 70°F. If proper fit cannot be obtained
thus causing the piston to assume a more nearly with standard pins, hone or ream piston and connect-
round shape. It is important that old or new pistons ing rod, and install oversize piston pin. Piston pins
be measured for taper and elliptical shape before are supplied in standard and the following oversizes:
they are fitted into the cylinder bore. .003 and .008 inch.
(2) Assemble pistons and rods for the left hand cyl-
F inished Pistons inder bank (1-3-5-7)with piston boss marked “Front”
All pistons are machined to the same weight in
and indent on piston head on the same side as the
grams, regardless of oversize so piston balance can larger chamfer on large end of connecting rod. As-
be maintained. For cylinder bores which have been
semble pistons and rods to be used in the right cyl-
honed or rebored, pistons are available in standard inder bank (2-4-6-8)with “Front” and indent opposite
and the following oversizes: .005, .020, and .040 the large chamfer in the connecting rod.
inch.
CRANKSHAFT IDENTIFlCATlON
F iff ing Pistons
Piston and cylinder wall must be clean and dry. IMPORTANT: A Maltese Cross stamped on the engine
0 426 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-83
numbering pad indicates that engine is equipped gaps are staggered so that neither are in line with
with a crankshaft which has one or more connecting oil ring rail gaps.
rods and/or main bearing journal finished .001 inch (2) The oil ring expander ends should be positioned
undersize. The position of the undersize journal or toward the outside of the “V” of the engine. The oil
journals is stamped on a machine surface of the No. 3 ring rail gaps should be positioned opposite each
counterweight. A Maltese Cross with an X indicates other and above the piston pin holes.
.010 inch undersize journals. (3) Immerse piston head and rings in clean engine
The connecting rod journals are identified by the oil, slide ring compressor, Tool C-385, over the piston
letter “R” and main bearing journals by the letter and tighten with special wrench (part of Tool C-385).
“M”. For example “M-1” indicates that No. 1 main (4) Be sure the position of rings does not change
bearing is .001 inch undersize. during this operation. Screw connecting rod bolt pro-
tectors on rod bolts.
CONNECTING RODS Rotate crankshaft so connecting rod journal is on
center of cylinder bore.
lnstallation of Connecting Rod Bearings (5) Insert rod and piston into cylinder bore. Guide
Fit all rods on one bank until complete. Do not the rod over crankshaft journal.
alternate from one bank to another, because when (6) Tape piston down in cylinder bore, using handle
rods are assembled to the pistons correctly, they are of a hammer. At the same time, guide connecting rod
not interchangeable from one bank to another. into position on crankpin journal.
Each bearing cap has a small “V” groove across (7) The notch or groove on top of piston must
parting face. When installing the lower bearing shell, be pointing toward front of engine and larger chamfer
make certain “V” groove in shell is in line with “V” of connecting rod bore must be installed toward
groove in cap. This allows lubrication of the cylinder crankpin journal fillet.
wall. The bearings should always be installed so that (8) Install rod caps, tighten nuts to 75 foot-pounds.
the small formed tang fits into the machined grooves
of the rods. The end clearance should be from .009 CRANKSHAFT MAIN JOURNALS
to .017 inch (two rods).
Limits of taper or out-of-round on any crankshaft Crankshaft main bearing journals should be inspect-
journals should be held to a maximum of .0005 inch. ed for excessive wear, taper and scoring. Journal
Bearings are available in .001, .002, .003, .010,.011 grinding should not exceed .012 inch under the stand-
and .012 inch undersize. ard journal diameter. DO NOT grind the thrust faces
Install the bearings in pairs. Do not use a new of the No. 3 main bearing. Do not nick crankpin or
bearing half with an old bearing half. Do not file main bearing fillets. After regrinding, remove rough
the rods or bearing caps. edges from crankshaft oil holes and clean out all oil
passages.
MEASURING CONNECTING ROD
BEARING CLEARANCE CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARlNlGS
Shim Stock Method The number 2, 3 and 4 main beairing caps have two
(1) Place an oiled .001 inch brass shim stock (1/2 horizontal tie-bolts which anchor 1the bearing caps to
inch wide and 3/4 inch long) between the bearing and the sides of the block (Fig. 31).
connecting rod journal. New lower main bearings ” halve!5 Number 1 , 2 , 4 , 5
(2) Install bearing cap and tighten to 75 foot- are interchangeable (Fig. 32). New upper main bear-
pounds. ing halves Number 2, 4 and 5 are also interchange-
(3) Turn connecting rod 1/4 turn in each direction. able. Upper and lower bearing halves are not inter-
A slight drag should be felt which indicates clearance changeable because upper bearing is grooved and
is satisfactory. Correct clearance is from .0015 to lower bearing is not.
.0025 inch. The No. 1 upper main bearing IS NOT INTER-
(4) Side play should be from .009 to .017 inch. CHANGEABLE AND IS CHAMFERED on the tab
side for timing chain oiling and can be identified by
INSTALLING PISTON AND CONNECTING a red marking on edge of bearing.
ROD ASSEMBLY IN CYLINDER BLOCK Upper and lower No. 3 bearings are flanged to
carry the crankshaft thrust loads and are not inter-
(1) Before installing pistons, rods, and rod assem- changeable with any other bearings in the engine.
blies in the bore, be sure that the compression ring Bearings that are not badly worn or pitted must be
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NN1038

Fig. 3 l-Main Bearing Cap with Horizontal


Tie-Bolts
Fig. 33-Removing or Installing Upper Main Bearing
reinstalled in the same position.
Bearing caps are not interchangeable and should be torqued.
marked at removal to insure correct assembly. Bear- When installing a new upper bearing shell, slightly
ings are available in standard and the following under- chamfer the sharp edges from the plain side.
sizes: .001,.002, .003, .010,.011 and .012 inch. Do
not install an undersize bearing that will reduce (1) Start bearing in place, and insert Tool C-3059
clearance below specifications. into oil hole of crankshaft. (Fig. 33).
(2) Slowly rotate crankshaft counter-clockwise slid-
ing the bearing into position. Remove Tool (2-3059.
Removal
(1) Remove oil pan and mark bearing caps before
removal. Measuring Main Bearing Clearance
(2) Remove bearing caps one at a time. Remove (1) Smooth edges of a 1/2 x 3/4 inch piece of
upper half of bearing by inserting Tool C-3059 (Fig. brass shim stock, .001inch thickness.
33) into oil hole of crankshaft. (2) Install bearing in center main bearing cap,
(3) Slowly rotate crankshaft clockwise, forcing out bearing tang in groove in cap, lubricate bearing and
upper half of bearing. position shim stock across the bearing, install cap
and horizontal tie bolts. Tighten cap bolts to 100
foot-pounds, then horizontal tie bolts to 45 foot-
lnstallation pounds.
Only one main bearing should be selectively fitted (3) If a slight drag is felt as crankshaft is turned
while a l l other main bearing caps are properly (moved no more than 1/4 turn in either direction),
clearance is .001 inch or less and is considered satis-
factory.
If, however, no drag is felt, the bearing is too large
UPPER or crankshaft cannot be rotated, bearing is too small
1 and should be replaced with the correct size.
(4) Measure crankshaft end play .002 to .007 inch.
If end play is less than .002 inch or more than .007
THRUST BEARING
inch, install a new number 3 main bearing.
(5) Fit remaining bearings in same manner.
It is permissable to use one .001 inch undersize
bearing shell with one standard bearing shell or one
OWER .002 inch undersize bearing shell with one .001 inch
undersize shell. Always use the smaller diameter

M KR172
bearing half as the upper. Never use an upper bear-
ing half more than .001 inch smaller than the lower
bearing half and never use a new bearing half with a
Fig. 32-Main Bearing Identification used bearing half.
0 426 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-85

BRIDGE
(PART OF TOOL)

KR238 ,
,

Fig. 34-Installing Rear Main Bearing Fig. 35-Trimming Rear Main Bearing Lower Oil Seal
Lower Oil Seal
into position with Tool C-3743 until tool is seated.
REPLACEMENT OF REAR MAIN BEARING (3) Trim off that portion of the seal that protrudes
OIL SEAL (Crankshaft Removed) above the cap (Fig. 35).

Upper Rear Main Seal lnstal,lation Side Seals lnstallation


(1) Install a new rear main bearing oil seal in Perform the following operations as rapidly as pos-
cylinder block so that both ends protrude. sible. These side seals are made from a material that
(2) Tap seal down into position, using Tool (2-3743 expands quickly when oiled.
with bridge removed until tool is seated in bearing (1) Apply mineral spirits or diesel fuel to the side
bore. seals.
(3) Hold the tool in this position and cut off por- (2) Install seals immediately in the seal retainer
tion of seal that extends above the block on both sides. grooves.
(3) Install seal retainer and tighten screws to
Lower Rear Main Seal lnstallation 30 foot-pounds.
(1) Install a new seal in seal retainer so ends pro- Failure to presil the seals will result in an oil
trude (Fig. 34). leak.
(2) Install bridge on tool and tap the seal down

ENGINE OILING SYSTEM


OIL PAN clearance, and lower the pan. Turn pan counter-
clockwise to clear oil screen and suction pipe as it is
Removal lowered.
(1) Disconnect battery cable.
(2) Raise vehicle on a hoist and disconnect steering lnstallation
linkage from idler arm and steering arm. (1) Inspect alignment of oil strainer. The bottom of
the strainer must be on a horizontal plane with
(3) Disconnect exhaust pipe branches from right
machined surface of cylinder block. The bottom of
and left manifolds. the strainer must touch the bottom of oil pan.
(4) Remove clamp attaching exhaust pipe to exten- (2) Install oil pan.
sion and remove exhaust pipe. (3) Install converter dust shield.
(5) Drain crankcase oil. (4) Connect exhaust pipe branches to the manifolds
(6) Remove converter dust shield. and to the exhaust extension.
(7) Remove oil pan bolts. Turn flywheel until (5) Connect steering linkage at idler arm and at
counterweight and connecting rods at front end of pitman arm.
crankshaft are at their highest position to provide (6) Connect battery cable.
9-86 ENGINE426 CUBIC INCH -- n
(7) Install drain plug and refill crankcase with the
proper grade and quantity of oil.

OIL PUMP
Removal
Remove oil pump attaching bolts and remove pump
and filter assembly from bottom side of engine.

Disassembly
(1) Remove filter base and oil seal ring.
(2) Remove pump rotor and shaft and lift out outer
pump rotor.
(3) Remove the oil pressure relief valve plug and Fig. 37-Measuring Oil Pump Cover Flcrtness
lift out the spring and relief valve plunger (Fig. 36).

lnspection and Assembly


(1) Clean all parts thoroughly. The mating face of
filter base (oil pump cover) should be smooth. Replace
filter base if it is scratched or grooved.
(2) Lay a straightedge across oil pump filter base
surface (Fig. 37). If a .0015 inch feeler gauge can be
inserted between the base and straightedge, filter
base should be replaced.
(3) If outer rotor length measures less than .943
inch (Fig. 38) and diameter less than 2.469 inches,
replace outer rotor.
(4) If inner rotor length measures less than .942
inch (Fig. 391, a new inner rotor should be installed.
( 5 ) Slide outer rotor and inner rotor into pump '-- t
body and place a straightedge across the face (be- KB66A
tween the bolt holes) (Fig. 40).
(6) If a feeler gauge of more than .004 inch can be Fig. 38-Measuring Outer Rotor thickness
inserted between the rotor and straightedge replace
rotor. (8) Press outer rotor body to one side with the
(7) Remove inner rotor and shaft leaving outer fingers and measure the clearance between outer
rotor in pump cavity. rotor and pump body (Fig. 41).
(9) If measurement is more than .012 inch, replace
PLUG BOLTS AND WASHERS
oil pump body.
(10) If the tip clearance between inner and outer
rotor (Fig. 42) is more than .010 inch, replace inner
and outer rotors.
RELIEF VALVE I
INNER ROTOR
PLUNGER % AND SHAFT

DRIVE SHAFT
SEAL RIN

KR173
KB 67A
$k

Fig. 36-Oil Pump and Filter Assembly


(Disassembled View) Fig. 39-Measuring Inner Rotor thickness
r\
v
426 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-87

STRAIGHT EDGE \ OUTER ROTOR

INNER ROTOR

Fig. 42-Measuring Clearance Between Rotors


FEELER GAUGE ,

Fig. 40-Measuring Clearance Over Rotors

OUTER ROTOR

NN359

Fig. 4 I -Measuring Outer Rotor Clearance Fig. 43-Removing Oil Filter

Servicing Oil Pressure Relief Valve pounds. Install oil filter element.
Inspect oil pump relief valve plunger for scoring
and free operation in its bore. Small scores may be OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT
removed with 400 grit wet or dry paper providing
extreme care is used not to round off the sharp edge The “spin on” oil filter should be replaced prefer-
portion of the valve. ably to coincide with every second oil change.
The relief valve spring has a free length of 2-9/32
to 2-19/64 inch and should test 22.3 to-23.3 lbs. when Removal
compressed to 1-19/32 inch. Discard spring that fails Use care so as not to damage transmission oil cooler
to meet specifications. lines.
If the oil pressure is low, inspect for worn bearings, (1) Using Tool C-3845 unscrew the filter from the
or look for other causes of possible loss of oil base on bottom side of engine and discard (Fig. 43).
pressure. When assembling the oil pump, be sure to (2) Wipe base clean.
use new oil seal rings between filter base and pump
body. /nsfallation
(1) Install the “spin” oil filter by hand, finger
/nSfallation tight. Do not use tool.
(1) Install a new “0”ring seal on the pilot of oil (2) To obtain an effective seal, tighten filters by
pump before attaching oil pump to cylinder block. hand the additional number of turns indicated on the
(2) Install oil pump on engine, using a new gasket replacement filter. Start engine and inspect for leaks.
on engine and tighten attaching bolts to 35 foot-

CRANKCASE VENTILATION SYSTEM


GENERAL INFORMATION
All models are equipped with a positive crankcase special carburetor with a hose fitting in its base, and a
ventilation system consisting of a crankcase ventilator hose connecting the ventilator valve to the carburetor
vlave and cap mounted on the cylinder head cover, a base fitting. The oil filler cap provides the air inlet for
9-88 ENGINE426 CUBIC INCH 0

CONNECTING HOSE INTAKE MANIFOLD

FLOW CONTROL VALVE

CODED TO IDENTIFY
VENT VALVE ASSEMBLY

INTAKE MANIFOLD
V-8 ENGINES
SIX-CYLINDER ENGINES NP124

Fig. I-Crunkcuse Ventikrtion System


the system. The air drawn into the oil filler cap is combustion chambers and dispelled with the exhaust
circulated through the engine, and drawn out of the gases (Fig. 1).
cylinder head cover by manifold vacuum into the

SERVICE PROCEDURES

_ . _
The System must be kept clean to maintain good
should -.. .the valvc! shuttle is free.
. -. ..be made to .be certain
A cllclung noise snollld De neara wnen the valve is
1 .

engine performance durability as deposits will ac- shaken (engine not running). If the noise is heard, the
cumulate in the valve, hoses, and the carburetor unit is functioning satisfactory and no further service
parts, therefore, the ventilation system should be in- is necessary.
spected at least every six months and the valve re- If the valve does not click when shaken or if the
placed once a year preferable to coincide with the paper is not sucked against fill pipe, valve should be
annual engine performance evaluation. This service replaced and system retested. (Do not attempt to
will be required more frequently if the vehicle is used clean the valve.) The 170 and 225 cubic inch engine
extensively for short trips-driving less than 10 Ventilator Valve is identified by a white end washer.
miles-with frequent idling, such as city traffic. On all V8 engines the Ventilator Valve is identified
With the engine running at idle, remove the venti- by a black-end washer. With a new valve installed, if
lator valve and cap assembly from the rocker cover. If the vacuum can be felt with the engine idling, the
valve is not plugged, a hissing noise will usually be system is satisfactory. If the vacuum cannot be felt,
heard as air passes through the valve and a strong it will be necessary to clean the ventilator hose and
vacuum should be felt when a finger is placed over the passages in the lower part of the carburetor. The
the valve inlet. Replace the ventilator valve and cap carburetor must be removed, hand turn a 1/4 inch
assembly and remove the inlet breather cap. With drill through the passages to dislodge the solid par-
engine still running at idle, loosely hold a piece of ticles. Blow clean.
stiff paper or a parts tag over the oil fill pipe. Within Use a smaller drill if necessary as no metal is to k
a few seconds, it should be sucked against the oil fill removed. I t is not necessary to disassemble carburetor
pipe with a holding force. If this occurs, a final test for this service.

CLOSED CRANKCASE VENTILATION SYSTEM FOR STATE O F CALIFORNIA


GENERAL INFORMATION
A fully closed crankcase ventilation system is in- fornia and as extra equipment in other states. This
stalled on vehicles built for sale in the State of Cali- fully-closed crankcase-system has a closed oil filler
0 426 CUBIC INCH-ENGINE 9-89
BREATHER CAP HOSE BREATHER CAP HOSE

AP
CONNECTING HOSE

INTAKE MANIFOLD

FLOW CONTROL VALVE

‘THIS WASHER IS COLOR


CODED TO IDENTIFY
VENT VALVE ASSEMBLY
r V-8 ENGINES
SIX-CYLINDER ENGINES
NP125

Fig. 2-California Crankcase Ventilation System


cap with a hose connecting the filler cap to the car- gases (Fig. 2).
buretor air cleaner housing. On all California vehicles a new outer wrapper is
The air drawn from the carburetor air cleaner used on the outside of the air cleaner element except
through the connecting hose to the filler cap, is circu- High Performance Engines with non-silenced air
lated through the engine and drawn out of the cylin- cleaners. Vehicles not equipped with air cleaner ele-
der head cover by manifold vacuum; through another ment wrapper must be serviced more frequently than
connecting hose to the carburetor base, into the com- the ones with the wrapper.
bustion chamber, and dispelled with the exhaust

SERVICE PROCEDURES
The system must be kept clean to maintain good functioning satisfactory and no further service is
engine performance and durability as deposits will necessary.
accumulate in the valve, hose and the Carburetor If the valve does not click when shaken or if the
parts, therefore, the ventilation system should be in- paper is not sucked against fill pipe, valve should be
spected, at every crankcase oil change and the valve replaced and system retested. (Do not attempt to
replaced once a year preferable to coincide with the clean the valve.) The 170 and 225 cubic inch engine
annual engine performance evaluation. This service Ventilator Valve is identified by a white end washer.
will be required more frequently if the vehicle is used On all V8 engines, the Ventilator Valve is identified by
extensively for short trips-driving less than 10 miles a black end washer. With a new valve installed, if
with frequent idling, such as city traffic. the vacuum can be felt with the engine idling, the
With the engine running at idle, remove the venti- system is satisfactory. If the vacuum cannot be felt,
lator valve and cap assembly from the rocker cover. If it will be necessary to clean the ventilator hose and
valve is not plugged, a hissing noise will usually be the passages in the lower part of the carburetor. The
heard as air passes through the valve and a strong carburetor must be removed, hand turn a 1/4 inch
vacuum should be felt when a finger is placed over drill through the passages to dislodge the solid par-
the valve inlet. Replace the ventilator valve and cap ticles. Blow clean.
assembly and remove the oil filter cap. With engine Use a smaller drill if necessary as no metal is to be
still running at idle, loosely hold a piece of stiff paper removed. It i s not necessary to disassemble carburetor
or a parts tag over the fill pipe. Within a few seconds, for this service.
it should be sucked against the oil fill pipe with a
holding force. If this occurs, a final test should be CARBURETOR AIR CLEANER
made to be certain the valve shuttle is free. A clicking
noise should be heard when the valve is shaken (en. (With Wrapper Air Cleaner)
gine not running). If the noise is heard, the unit is The paper element carburetor air cleaner should be
9-90 S PECl FlCAT10NS 0

- STANDARD SCREW FITS IN ... container. If paper element is dry and with only one
or two oil wetted spots, clean by blowing gently with
compressed air, holding air nozzle about two inches
from inside screen. If element is saturated with oil,
install a new element.
Whenever oil wetting of the paper element is ob-
TAPPED HOLE. 63x845 served, THE CRANKCASE ventilator valve and auoci-
Fig. 3-Heli-Coil lnrtcrllcrton ated parts should be checked for excessive deposit
build-up or plugging.
inspected and cleaned every six months, and replaced Clean the metal housing and reinstall element.
every two years with wrapper. These services will be required more frequently if
To clean the filter element, it should be removed vehicle is used extensively for short trips with fre-
from its container. Remove wrapper from element. quent idling.
Wash wrapper in kerosene or similar solvent to re-
move oil and dirt. Shake or blot dry. Gently blow out REPAIR OF DAMAGED OR WORN THREADS
dirt from the element with compressed air. Air Nozzle
should be held about two inches from the inside Damaged or worn threads can be repaired by the
screen. Clean metal housing, install wrapper on ele- use of Heli-Coils. Essentially, this repair consists of
ment and reinstall element. Use a new Mopar Filter drilling out worn or damaged threads, tapping the
Element for replacement. These services will be re- hole with a special Heli-Coil Tap, and installing a
quired more frequently if vehicle is used extensively Heli-Coil Insert into the tapped holes. This brings the
for short trips with frequent idling. hole back to its original thread size (See Fig. 3).
The following chart lists the threaded hole sizes
(Without Wrapper Air Cleaner) which are used in the engine block and the necessary
The paper air cleaner element should be inspected tools and inserts for the repair of damaged or worn
every crankcase oil change and replaced every year. thread. Heli-Coil tools and inserts are readily available
Remove carburetor air cleaner element from its from automotive parts jobbers.

Heli-Coil Insert Inserting Extracting


Drill Tap Tool Tool
Thread Part Insert Part Part Par?
Size No. Length Size No. No. No.
1I 2-20 11854 318" 17/64(.266) 4 CPB 528-4N 12276
51 1b18 1185-5 15132" Q(.332) 5 CPB 528-5N 1227-6
3/8-16 1185-6 91 16" X(.397) 6 CPB 5286N 1227-6
716 1 4 1185-7 21/ 32" 29/64(.453) 7 CPB 528-7N 1227-16
1/2-13 1185-8 314" 33/64(.516) 8 CPB 528-8N 1227-16

SPECIFICAT10NS
SIX CYLINDER ENGINE
170-225 Cubic Inch Engines
Type ................................................................. In-line OHV
Number of Cylinders .................................................. 6
Bore ................................................................. 3.4(Yf
Stroke470 Cubic Inch ............................................... 3.125''
225 Cubic Inch ............................................... 4.125"
Piston Displacement 17&-225 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio-170 Cubic Inch ................................... 8.50 to 1
225 Cubic Inch ................................... 8.40 to 1
Compression Pressure with Engine Warm, Spark Plugs Removed, Wide-Open
Throttle ............................................................ 1 1 L 1 4 0 psi
Maximum Variation Between Cylinders (any one engine) ................. 20 psi
Firing Order .......................................................... 1-53-62-4
Basic Timing-All Without CAP. ...................................... 5" B.T.C.
With C.A.P.-1'/0 Cubic Inch .......................................... 5" A.T.C.
225 Cubic Inch .......................................... T.D.C.
-SPEC I FICAT10 NS 9-91
CRANKSHAFT
Type . . . .. . . . ... . . . . ... .... ............. ... . ... .... ...
... .. ... . . . . .. . . FulIy Counter-Ba lanced
Bearings . . . . . . ... . . . . .. . .. . .... . . ... .......................... .....
. . Steel-Backed Babbitt
Main Bearing Journal Diameter . . . . .. ... ... . . ...... .... ................ 2.7495 to 2.7505”
Connecting Rod Journal Diameter . .. . .. . ... .. .... ... . .. . . .. ... ... . ....
. 2.1865 to 2.1875“
Maximum Out-of-Round Permissible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .001”
.. . . . . . .. . .. ........ .. ... .. . ..
Number Main Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. .. 4
Clearance Desired . . . ... . . .. .. . ... . . ... . . .. .. ... ..... ................
.
Maximum Clearance Allowance Before Reconditioning .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .
End Play ............................................................
Thrust Taken by . . . .. . ... . .. .. . ... ... . . .. .... . ....... ... ... .........
. . No. 3 Main Bearing
Finish at Rear Seal Surface ........................................... Diagonal Knurling
Interchangeability of Bearings .... ... ........ ..... .......... .... ....... Upper Nos. 2, 4
Lower Nos. 1,2,4
MAIN BEARING (service)
All available in Standard and the following Undersizes ... . .. .. .. . . . . ... . ,001, ,002, .m,,010, .012”
CONNECTING RODS AND BEARINGS
.
Type . . . .. . . .. .. . . . . .. . . .. . .. . . .. . .. ... ...... .... . .......
. . . . . . . .. . . . Drop Forged “I” Beam
Length (Center to Center) ............................................. 170-5.705 to 5.709”
225-6697 to 6.701”
Weight (Less Bearing Shells) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . 17L25.3 oz.
22L26.8 oz.
Bearings . . .. .. . . . . .. . . . . .. . . .. . . . . .. . . .. .. .. .. . ... ... .... . .. .. ... .... Steel-Backed Babbitt
Diameter and Length ................................................. 2.1870 x 1.015”
Clearance Desired . . . . . . . . .. .. . . .. . .. . . .. . . .. . .. .... .. . ... . .. . ,.. . .. .. .OOO5 to .0015”
Maximum Allowable before Reconditioning .. .. .. . .... ... .. .. .. . ... . ... . .0025”
Side Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . .. . .. . ... ... .... ... .... .. . .... ... .. .006 to .012”
Bearings for Service .................................................. Standard ,001, ,002,
.003,.010,.012” O.S.
Piston Pin Bore Diameter .. . . ... ... . .... ... . ........................ ... .8995 to . 9 W ’
CAMSHAFT
Drive . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . .... . . . . .. . . . .... ... .. .. ... . ... . .. .. .. Chain
Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . .. . .... ......... . .... .. . .... Steel-Backed Babbitt
Number . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . .. . ... . .. . .. . . .. .. .. ... .... ... .. .. .. . .... . 4
Thrust Taken by .. . . . . .. . . .. .. . ... . .. . .. . . .. ........... ... .... . . . .....
Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . ..... .. . ... . .. .. .. .. . ... . .. . . ... . .. . .... .
Maximum AI Iowable before Reconditioning .. . ... . ... .... .. . .. . . . . . .. . . .
CAMSHAFT BEARI NG JOURNALS
Diameter
No. 1 .............................................................. 1.998 to 1.999”
NO. 2 .............................. ............................... 1.982 to 1.983“
No. 3 ..................................................... .........
i
1.967 to 1.968”
No. 4 .............................................................. 1.951 to 1.952”
CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
Diameter (after reaming)
No. 1 .............................................................. 2.000 to 2.001”
No. 2 .............................................................. 1.984 to 1.985”
No. 3 .............................................................. 1.969 to 1.970’’
No. 4 .............................................................. 1.953 to 1.954“
TIMING CHAIN
..
Number of Links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. .
. .. .... .......... ............ ..
Pitch .. . .. . . .. . . ... .. . ... . ........ .. . . ......
. .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. .. . . .
50
.50”
. . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . .
Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .88“
TAPPETS
.. .. .
Type .. . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . . .. . . . . . ..... . .................. ... ... .
.
. ... .... . ... .... ............ ...... .
Mechanica I
Clearance in Block .. . ... . . . . .. . . ... .0012 to .0025”
Body Diameter . . . .. . .. . . .. . . .. .... .... .......... .... . .. ....
. . . . .. . . . . .go40 to ,9045”
Clearance Between Valve Stem and Rocker Arm Pad (Engine Hot) . . .. . . . . .010” Intake
,020’’ Exhaust
PISTONS
.. .. . . .
Type . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . .. . . ..... ....... ........ ... .... . Horizontal Slot wlSteel Struts
.. .
Material .. . . ... . . . . .. . ... . .. . .... . . .................. .... ... .
.. .. .. Aluminum Alloy Tin Coated
Land Clearance (diametra I) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .
.. . . . ..
... . ... ... .. .................. .. .. . .. . ..
.024 to .031”
Clearance at Top of Skirt . . . ... ,0005 to .0015”
Weight (std. through .040 oversize) .. . . .. . .................. .... ... .... . 16 oz.
Piston Length (overall) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
... 3.51”
9-92 SPEC1FICATIONS 0

Ring Groove Depth


. ..............................................................
No 1 .179“
No. 2 .............................................................. .179“
No. 3 .............................................................. .181”
Piston for Service................................................... . .
Std .005. .020. 040” 0.S .
PISTON PINS
Type ................................................................. Press Fit in Rod
Diameter ............................................................. .9007-. 9009‘’
Length ............................................................... 2.955-2.976”
Clearance in Piston ................................................... .00045 to .00075”
Interference in Rod ...................................................
Piston Pins for Service ................................................
.0007 to .0012”
Standard Only
Direction Offset in Piston .............................................. Taward Right Side of Engine
PISTON RINGS 225 Cubic Inch 170 Cubic Inch
Number of Rings per Piston .......................... 3 3
Compression ......................................... 2 2
Oil .................................................. 1 1
Oil Ring Type ........................................ 3-piece Cast iron
steel rail with
chrome-face expander
Ring Width
Compression ....................................... .0775”..0780” .0775“..0780“
Oil-Cast iron ..................................... .1860”.. 1865”
.....................................
Steel rails
Ring Gap
.025“
Compression ....................................... .010”..020” .010”.020”
Oil-Cast iron ..................................... .010”420”
.....................................
Steel rails .015”.. 055”
Ring Side Clearance
Compression ....................................... .0015”.. 0030” .0015”.. 0030”
0iI-Ca st iron ..................................... .0015”.. OO30“
.....................................
Steel rails .0002”.. 005’’
Service Rings
Ring Gap
Compression .................................... ,010”-.M7” .010”..047”
Oil (Steel rails) Cast Iron not available ............ .015”.. 062” .015”..062”
Ring Side Clearance
Cornpression .................................... .0015”..004’’ .0015”..004’’
Oil (Steel rails) Cast Iron not available ............ .0002”..005’’ .0002”..005”
VALVE TIMING
Intake Opens (BTC) .................................................. 10”
Closes (ABC) .................................................. 50”
Exhaust Opens (BBC) ................................................. 50”
Closes (ATC) ................................................. 6”
Valve Overlap ........................................................ 16”
Intake Valve Duration ................................................ 240”
Exhaust Valve Duration ................................................ 236’
VALVES4 nta ke
Material .............................................................. Carbon Manganese Steel
Head Diameter ....................................................... 1.615-1.625”
.
Length (to gauge dim Line) ........................................... 4.6878--4.7028“
Stem Diameter ........................................................ .
.372 to 373”
Stem to Guide Clearance .............................................. .001 to .003”
Maximum Allowable Before Reconditioning ............................. .017”*
Valve Face Angle ..................................................... 45”
Adjustment ........................................................... Rocker Arm Screw
Lift .................................................................. .395“
VALVES-Exha ust
Material .............................................................. Nitrogen Treated Manganese
Chromium Nickel Steel
Head Diameter ....................................................... 1.35L1.365”
Length (to gauge dim. Line) ........................................... 4.6878-4.7028“
Stem Diameter .......................................................
Stem ta Guide Clearance ..............................................
.
.371 to 372”
Maximum Allowable Before Reconditioning .............................
.002 to .004’’
.017“*
Valve Face Angle ..................................................... 47”
0 SPECIFICAT10 NS 9-93
Adjustment ........................................................... Rocker Arm Screw
Lift.................................................................. ,395”
VALVE SPRINGS
Number .............................................................. 12
Free Length .......................................................... 1.92”
Load when Compressed to (valve closed) ............................... 49-57 Ibs. @ 1-11/16”
Load when Compressed to (valve open) ................................. 137-150 Ibs. @ 1-5/16”
Valve Springs I.D...................................................... 1.010 to 1.030”
Valve Spring Installed Height (spring seat to retainer) ................... -
1-5/8 1-11/16”
Use 1/16 inch spacer to reduce spring height when over specifications
CYLINDER HEAD
Combustion Chamber ................................................. Wedge Type
Valve Seat Run-Out (maximum) ........................................ .00P
Intake Valve Seat Angle ............................................... 45”
Seat Width (finished) .................................................. .070 to .090”
Exhaust Valve Seat Angle ............................................. 450
Seat Width (finished) ................................................. .040to .O6oN
Cylinder Head Gasket Compressed (thickness) .......................... .022”
CYLINDER BLOCK
Cylinder Bore (standard) .............................................. 3.4000”
Cylinder Bore Out-of-Round (Max. allowable before reconditioning) ....... .005”
Cylinder Bore Taper (Max. allowable before reconditioning) .............. .010”
Reconditioning Working Limits (for taper and out-of-round) .............. .001”
Maximum Allowable Oversize Cylinder Bore ............................ .040”
Tappet Bore Diameter ................................................. .905L.!3058”
Distributor Lower Drive Shaft Bushing (press fit in block) ................ .OOO!j-.0040”
Ream to ............................................................. .4865--.4880”
Shaft to Bushing Clearance ........................................... .OOO7--.0027”
ENG INE LUBR 1CAT1ON
Pump Type ........................................................... Rotary, Full Pressure
Capacity (qts.)........................................................ 4 U.S. or 3-1/4 Imperial**
Pump Drive .......................................................... Camshaft
Operating Pressure at lo00 RPM ....................................... 45 to 60 Ibs.
Pressure Drop Resulting from Clogged Filter ............................ 7 to 9 Ibs.
OIL FILTER
Type ................................................................. Full Flow
Spin On .............................................................. Replaceable
OIL PUMP-INSPECTION LIMITS FOR REPLACEMENT
Oil Pump Cover ..................... :. .................................. .0015 inch or more
Outer Rotor Length ..................................................... ,649 inch or more
Outer Rotor Diameter ................................................... 2.469 inch or less
Inner Rotor Length ..................................................... .649 inch or less
Clearance Over Rotors-Outer ........................................... .004 inch or more
Inner ........................................... .004inch or more
Outer Rotor Clearance .................................................. .012 inch
TiD Clearance Between Rotors ........................................... .010 inch or more
* With tools C-3973 and C-3339 using wobble method.
** When Filter Element is Replaced, Add 1US. Quart or 3/4 Imperial Quart.
OVERSIZE AND UNDERSIZE ENGINE COMPONENT MARKINGS
Engine
Displacement Condition Identification location of Identification
170 cu. in. .001”U/S Crankshaft Maltese Cross Top of front pad-Right
225 cu. in. side of block
M-2-3 etc. (indicating Crankshaft counterweight
No. 2 & 3 main bearing
journal)
and/or
R-1-4 etc. (indicating
No. 1& 4 connecting rod
journals)
9-94 SPECIFICATIONS 0

.010” U/S Crankshaft Maltese Cross and X Top of front pad-Right


side of block
M-10 (indicates .010” Crankshaft counterweight
U/S all main journals)
and/or
R-10 (indicates ,010”
U/S all rod journals)
.O2Ott O/S Cylinder A Top of front pad-Right
Bores side of block
.008rrO/S Tappets Top of front pad-Right
4 side of block

EIGHT CYLINDER ENGINES


ENGINE “273” “318”
Type ................................................ 9O”V 9O”V
Number of Cylinders ................................ 8 8
Bore ................................................ 3.625” 3.91”
Stroke ............................................... 3.31” 3.31”
Piston Displacement ................................. 273 cu. in. 318 cu. in.
Compression Ratio ................................... 9.0 to 1* 9.2 to 1
10.5 to 1**
Compression Pressure with engine warm spark
plugs removed-wide open throttle .................. 120-150psi* 125155 psi
130-165 psi**
Maximum variation between cylinders (any one
Engine) ........................................... 20 psi* 25 psi
25 psi*
Firing Order ......................................... 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 1-8-4-3-6-57-2
Basic Timing ........................................ 10” B.T.C. + 10” B.T.C. Automatic
5” B.T.C.++ 5” B.T.C. Manual
All with C.AP. 5” A.T.C. 5” A.T.C.
CYLINDER NUMBERING (front to rear)
Left Bank ........................................... 1-3-5-7 1-3-5-7
Right Bank .......................................... 2-468 2-4-6-8
CYLINDER BLOCK
Cy Iinder Bore (standard) ............................. 3.625”-3.6270‘’ 3.910”-3.912”
Cylinder Bore Out-of-Round
(Max.. a Itowable before reconditioning) .............. ,005” .005”
Cylinder Bore Taper
(Max. a I Iowabte before reconditioning) .............. .010“ .010”
Reconditioning Working Limits
(for taper and out-of-round) ....................... .001” .01”
Maximum Allowable Oversize (cylinder bore) ........... .WO” .Mot’
Tappet Bore Diameter ................................ .~”-go58” .9050-.9058”
Distributor Lower Drive Shaft Bushings
(press fit in block)................................. .ooo5“-.m~t .ooo5”-.0040”
Ream to ........................................ .4865”-.4880“ .4865”-.4880”
Shaft to Bushing Clearance ............................. .0007”-.0027” .0007”-.0027”
PISTONS
Type Material ....................................... Autothermic Autothermic
Alloy Tin Coated Alloy Tin Coated
Clearance in Bore (with .0015x l/Z“ feeler stock) ........ 5-10 Ibs. Pull 510 Ibs. Pull
Land Clearance (diametral) ........................... .029”-.034” .029”-.034”
Clearance at Top of Skirt ............................. .0005”-.0015” .0005”-.0015”
Weight (Std. through ,040” oversize) .................... 530 gms.* 592 gms.
569 gms.**
Piston Length (overall) ............................... 3.19” 3.21”
Ring Groove Depth
No. 1 ............................................. .189” .205”
+2 BBI. Automatic Transmission. ++2BBI. Manual Transmission.
+4 BBI. Automatic & Manual Transmission.
. SPECIFlCATlO NS 9-95
. .............................................
No 2 .189” .205”
. .............................................
No 3 .184” .194”
Pistons for Service ................................. .
Std .005”. .020”. .
Std .005”. 020” .
.
040” Oversize .
040” Oversize
PISTON PINS
Type ................................................ Full Floating Full Floating
Diameter ............................................ .9841”..9843” 941”-.9843”
Length .............................................. 2.810”-2.820’’ 2.9WN3. 000”
Clearance in Piston (Light Thumb Push @ 70°F.) ....... .oooo”..0005” .oooo”..0005”
End Play ............................................ .004”..026” .004”.. 026”
Clearance in Rod .................................... .oooO”..0005” .oooo”..o005”
Pins for Service ..................................... Std. .W”,.008’‘ Std. .003”..008’’
Oversize Oversize
PISTON RINGS
Number of Rings per Piston .......................... 3 3
Compression ......................................... 2 2
Oil .................................................. 1 1
Oil Ring Type ....................................... 3-piece 3-piece
steel rail
steel rail
chrome-face chrome-face
Ring Width
Compression ...................................... .0775”..0780” .0775”..0780”
Oil-Steel rails .................................... .
025” .025”
Ring Gap
Compression ...................................... .010”..020” .010”..020”
Oil-Steel rails .................................... .015”..055” .015”..055”
Ring Side Clearance
Compression ...................................... .0015”..0030” .0015”..0030”
Oil-Steel rails .................................... .0002”..005” .0002”..005”
Service Rings
Ring Gap
Compression .................................... .010”..020” .010”..020’’
Oil-Steel rails .................................. .015”..062” .015”..062”
Ring Side Clearance
Compression .................................... .0015”..004’’ .0015”..004’’
Oil-Steel rails .................................. .OOO2”. 005” .0002”..005’’
CONNECTING RODS
Length (Center to Center) ............................. 6.123” 6.123”
Weight (less bearing shells) ........ .................. 726 gms. 7 2gms6 .
Side Clearance (two rods) ............................ .006”..014” .006”..014”
Piston Pin Bore Diameter ............................ 1,027”-1.039’’ 1.027”-1.039’’
CONNECTING ROD BUSHING
Type ................................................ Steel Backed Bronze Steel Backed Bronze
CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS (Type) ................... Steel Backed Grid Type Steel Backed Grid Type
Diameter and Width ................................. 2126” x 842” . 2.126” x 842” .
Clearance desired .................................... .0005”.. 0015” .0005”..0015”
Maximum Allowable .................................. .0025” .0025”
Bearings for Service ................................. .
Std., .001”. 002” Std., .001”, 002’’ .
.010”..012“
.ow’. .003”. .010”.012” .
CRANKSHAFT
Type ................................................ FuI ly Counter-Ba lanced FuIly Counter-Bala nced
Bearings ............................................ Steel Backed Babbitt Steel Backed Babbitt
Thrust Taken By .................................... .
No 3 Main Bearing No. 3 Main Bearing
End Play ............................................ .002”..007” .002”..007”
Maximum Allowable ................................ .010“ .010”
Diametral Clearance Desired .......................... .0005”.. 0015” .0005”.. 0015”
Diametra1 Clearance AI lowed .......................... .0025” .0025”
Finish at Rear Oil Seal Surface ........................ Diagonal Knurling Diagona1 Knurl1ng
MAIN BEARING JOURNALS
Diameter ............................................ 2.4995”-2.5005” 2.4995”-2.5005’’
Maximum Allowable Out-of-Round and/or Taper ........ .001“ .001”
Bearings for Service Available in Standard and
the following undersizes ............................ .001”..002”..m”. .om”..002”..003”.
.010”..012” .010”..012”
9-96 SPECIFICAT10 NS

............................................
CONNECTING ROD JOURNALS
Diameter 2.124"-2 125" 2.124"-2 125"
Maximum Allowable Out-of-Round and/or Taper ........ .OOlff .001"
....... ......................................
CAMSHAFT
Drive . . Chain Chain
................................ ............ Steel Backed Babbitt
......... ....................................
Bearings Steel Backed Babbitt
Number 5 5
Diametrical Clearance ................................ .001"-.003" .001"-.003"
.......... ,005"
.....................................
Maximum Allowable before Reconditioning .005"
Thrust Taken by Thrust Plate Thrust Plate
End Play ............................................ .002"-.006"
................................
.002"-.006"
Maximum Allowable .OlW' .Ol(Y'
CAMSHAFT JOURNALS
Diameter .............,........................ No. 1 1.998"-1.W' 1.998'f-1.99Y'
No. 2 1.98Tf-l.983" 1.982ff-1.983ff
No. 3 1.%7"-1.%8" 1.%7"-1.968"
No. 4 1.951ff-1.952" 1.951"-1.952"
No. 5 1.560Yf-1.5615" 1.5605'f-1.5615''
CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
Diameter ...................................... No. 1 2oo(yf-2.001" 2oo(yf-2.001"
No. 2 1.984"-1.985" 1.984'f-1.985ff
No. 3 1.969"-1.970" 1.969"-1.970"
No. 4 1.953"-1.954" 1.953"-1.954"
No. 5 1.5625"-1.5635" 1.5625"-1.5635"
VALVE TIMING ........ ................................ 2 BBI. Carb. 4 BBI. Carb. 2 BBI. Carb.
U.S. CANADA
Intake Opens (BTC) .................................. 14" 14" 14" 14'
Intake Closes (ABC) ................................. 50" 54"
................................
46" 54"
Exhaust Opens (BBC) 56"
................................
58" 56"
.. 56"
Exhaust Closes (ATC) - 2" 12" 8" 12"
Valve Overlap ....................................... 16" 26' 26"
........................... .....
22"
Intake Valve Duration 240" 248" 244" 248"
Exhaust Valve Duration ............................... 240" 248" 244" 248"
TIMING CHAIN
Number of Links .. ... ..... ........... ..... .......... 68 68
Pitch .. . ... . .. . .. ..... ..... ... .............. ... ......
Width . .... ... ....... ............. ... ............. ...
.375" .375"
.625" .625"
TAPPETS
.. ............... ..............................
.
.......................................
Type Mechanical HydrauIic
Body Diameter .9OQ(yf-.9045" .904W'-.9045"
...................................
............................ std.,,001 .008",.OW'
Clearance in Block .0005"-.0015" .0005"-.0015ff
Service Tappets Available Std., .001V , .008",.(Bo"
............. ... ,...........
If,
Operating Clearance (Hot) .013" 1 ntake
,021" Exhaust

.......................
CYLINDER HEAD
Valve Seat Run-Out (Maximum) .002"
........ .. .. ...............
.002"
Intake Valve Seat Angle . . . 450 45"
Seat Width (finish) ................................ .06(Y'A85" .W'-.085'
Exhaust Vatve Seat Angle ................ ............
. 4.5" 45"
Seat Width (finish) ................................ .W'-.Wf
Cylinder Head Gasket (Thickness compressed) ......... .OB"
VALVE GUIDES
................................................
.
Type Cast in Head Cast in Head
Guide Bore Diameter ................................. .374"-.375" Std. .374"-.375" Std
VALVES4 NTAKEI
Head Diameter ................ ........ .... .......... 1.780" 1.780"
Length (to center of valve face) .... ..... ....... . ... ... 5.W' 5.W'
Stem Diameter (Standard) ..................... ....... .372''-.373" .372"-.373"
Stem to Guide Clearance ............. ................
Maximum Allowable .. ..... ... .....................
.o01ff-.oQ3ff .001"-.003"
.017" *** .017"***
Face Angle .......................................... 45" 45"
0 SPEC IFICAT10 NS 9-97
Valve for Service .................................... Std., .005”, .015”, .COOn Std., .005”, .015”, ,030”
Oversize Stem Diam. Oversize Stem Diam.
Lift (Zero Lash) ...................................... .395”* .3W‘
.415“**

VALVES-(EXHAUST)
Head Diameter ...................................... 1.563” 1.563”
Length to (center of valve face) ....................... 4.45“ 4.45“
Stem Diameter (Standard) ........................... .3715” .3715“
Stem to Guide Clearance ............................. .002”-.004“ .002”-.004”
Maximum Allowable ................................ 01711*** 01711***
Face Angle .......................................... 45” 45”
Valve for Service ..................................... Std.. .005”. .OlY’. .030” Std., .005”, .015”, .ON”
Oversize stem biam. Oversize Stem Diam.
Lift (Zero Lash) ...................................... .405”* .390”
.425“**
VALVE SPRINGS
Number ............................................. 16 16
Free Length .......................................... 1.92”* 2.00” U.S.
2.W‘** 1.92” Canada
Load when Compressed to (valve closed) .............. 49-57 Ibs. @ 1-11/16”* 78-88 Ibs.
@ 1-11/16” US.
78-88 Ibs. @ 1-11/16”** 49-57 Ibs.
@ 1-11/16 Canada
Load when Compressed to (valve closed) .............. 137-150 Ibs. @ 1-5/16”* 17CL184 Ibs.
@ 1-5/16 U.S.
17(1184 Ibs. @ 1-5/16”** 137-159 Ibs.
@ 1-5/16” Canada
Valve Springs I.D. ................................... 1.010”-1.030” 1.010”-1.03(Y’
Maximum Allowable Out of Plumb .................... 1/16“ 1/ 16“
Valve Spring Installed Height (spring seat to retainer). ... -
1-5/8” 1-11/16” -
1-5/8” 1-11/16”
Using 1/16” Spacer to Reduce Spring Height When Over
Specifications .......................................
ROCKER SHAFT ASSEMBLY
Clearance Between Rocker Arm and Shaft .............
ENGINE LUBRICATION
Pump Type ......................................... Rotary Full Pressure Rotary Full Pressure
Capacity (qts.) ....................................... 4 U.S. or 3-1/4 4 U.S. or 3-1/4
Imperia I* * ** Imperial****
Pump Drive ......................................... Camshaft Camshaft
Minimum Pump Pressure @ 500 R.P.M. ................ 20 PSI 20 PSI
Operating Pressure at lo00 R.P.M. ..................... 45-65 Ibs. 45-65 Ibs.
Pressure Drop Resulting from Clogged Filter .......... 7-9 Ibs. 7-9 Ibs.
Oil Filter Type ....................................... Full-Flow Full-Flow

*With 2 BBI. Carb. **With 4 BBI. Carb. ***With tools (2-3973 & (2-3339 using wobble method.

****When Filter Element is Replaced, Add 1U.S. Quart or 3/4 Imperial Quart.

OIL PUMP-INSPECTION LIMITS FOR REPLACEMENT

273 and 318


Cu. In. Enainer

Oil Pump Cover ........................................................ .0015 inch or more


Outer Rotor Length ..................................................... .825 inch or less
Outer Rotor Diameter ................................................... 2.469 inch or less
Inner Rotor Length ...................................................... .825 inch or less
Clearance Over Rotors-Outer ........................................... .004 inch or more
Inner ........................................... .004 inch or more
Outer Rotor Clearance ................................................... .012 inch or more
Tip Clearance Between Rotors ........................................... .010 inch or more
9-98 SPECI FICAT10 NS 0

OVERSIZE AND UNDERSIZE ENGINE COMPONENT MARKINGS


Displacement Condition Identification location of Identification

.001” U/S Crankshaft


~~

273 cu. in. Maltese Cross Following engine serial number


318 cu. in. M-2-3 etc. (indicating Crankshaft counterweight
No. 2 & 3 main bearing
journal)
and/or
R - 1 4 etc. (indicating
No. 1 & 4 connecting rod
journal)
.010” U/S Crankshaft Maltese Cross and X Following engine serial number
M (indicates ,010” U/S Crankshaft countetweight
all main journals)
and/or
R (indicating .O1(Yf U/S
all rod journals)
.02(Yf O/S Cylinder A Following engine serial number
Bores

EIGHT CYLINDER ENGINES

ENGINE “383” “W’


Type ................................................ 90” v 90” v
Number of Cylinders ................................. 8 8
Bore ................................................ 4.25“ 4.3rn’
Stroke ............................................... 3.375” 3.75w’
Piston Displacement ................................. 383 cu. in. 440 cu. in.
Compression Ratio ................................... 9.2 to 1* 10.1 to 1
10.1 to 1**
Compression Pressure with engine warm spark
plugs removed-wide open throttle ................. 125155 psi* 130-165 psi
Maximum variation between cylinders (any one 13(1165 psi**
Engine) ............................................ 20 psi* 25 psi
25 psi**
Firing Order ......................................... 1-843-6-57-2 1-8-4-3-6-57-2
Basic Timing All without C.A.P. ....................... 12-1/2” B.T.C. 12-1/2” B.T.C.
with C.A.P. ................................. Manual T.D.C. T.D.C.
Automatic 5” B.T.C. 5” B.T.C.
CYLINDER NUMBERING (front to rear)
Left Bank ............................................ 1-3-5-7 1-3-57
Right Bank .......................................... 246-8 246-8
CYLINDER BLOCK
Cylinder Bore (Standard) ............................. 4.2495“-4.2515” 4.32Wf-4.322”
Cylinder Bore Out-of-Round
(Max. a Ilowable before reconditioning) .............. .005” ,005”
Cylinder Bore Taper
(Max. a IIowable before reconditioning) .............. .01W’ .OlW’
Reconditioning Working Limits
(for taper and out-of-round) ...................... .001“ .001”
Maximum Allowable Oversize (cylinder bore) .......... .04Wf .O4(Y’
Tappet Bore Diameter ........ .; ...................... .9050”-.9058” .9O50”-.9058”
Distributor Lower Drive Shaft Bushings
(press fit in block) ................................. .0005”-.004W’ .0005”-.004wf
Ream to ......................................... .4865“-.4880“ .4865”-.4880”
Shaft to Bushing Clearance ........................... .0007”-.0027” .0007ff-.0027ff
PISTONS
Type Material ....................................... Autothermic Autothermic
W/Steel Struts W/Steel Struts
Land Clearance (diametral) ........................... .021”-.OB” .023”-.030”
Clearance at Top of Skirt ............................. .0003”-.0013’f .0003’f-.0013’f
0 SPECIFICAT10 NS 9-99
. .
Weight (Std through 040“ oversize) ................... 770 gms . 8 6 gms
4 .
Piston Length (overall) ............................... 3.84” 3.62”
Ring Groove Depth
. ..............................................
No 1 .220“ 220“
.
No 2 .............................................. .22U’ .22W‘
. ..............................................
No 3 208” .208“
Pistons for Service .................................. Std., .005”. .020”. Std., .005”. .020”.
.
040” Oversize .
040” Oversize
PISTON PINS
Type ................................................ Press Fit in Rod Press Fit in Rod
Diameter ............................................ 1.0935”-1.0937”
Length ..............................................
Clearance in Piston (Light Thumb Push @ 70°F.) ...... .00045”.. 00075”
lntereference in Rod ................................. .0007”.. 0012” .0007”.. 0012”
Pins for Service ..................................... Standard Only Standard Only
PISTON RINGS
Number of Rings per Piston .......................... 3 3
Cornpression ........................................ 2 2
Oil .................................................. 1 1
Oil Ring Type ........................................ 3-piece 3-piece
Chrome-plated Chrome-plated
rails with raiIs with
Stainless steel Stainless steel
expander-spacer expander-spacer
Ring Width
Cornpression ...................................... .0775”.. 0780” .0775”.. 0780”
Oil (Steel rails) .................................... .025” .025“
Ring Gap
Compression ...................................... .013”.. 023“ .013”.. 023’‘
Oil (Steel rails) .................................... .015”.. 055” .015”.. 055”
Ring Side Clearance
Compression ...................................... .0015”.. 0030“ .0015”.. 0030”
Oil (Steel rails) .................................... .oooo”..005” .ooo(y’.. 005”
Service Rings
Ring Gap
Compression .................................... .013”.OB” .013”.OB”
Oil (Steel rails) .................................. .015”.. 062” .015”.. 062”
Ring Side Clearance
Compression .................................... .0015”.. 004’’ .0015”.. 004’’
Oil (Steel rails) .................................. .ooo(y’.. 005” .ooo(y’..005”
CONNECTING RODS
Length (Center to Center) ............................ 6.356“-6.360” 6.766”-6.770”
Weight (less bearing shells) ........................... 812 2 4 gms. 846 2 4gms.
Side Clearance (two rods) ............................ .009”.. 017” .W’..017”
Piston Pin Bore Diameter ............................ 1.0923”-1.0928” 1.0923”-1.0928’’
CONNECTING ROD BUSHING
Type ................................................
CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS (Type) ................... None None
Steel Backed Grid Type Steel Backed Grid Type
Diameter and Width ................................. 2.376”-.927” 2.376”-.927“
Clearance desired .................................... .0005”.. 0015” .0005”.. 0015”
Maximum Allowable .................................. .0025” .0025”
Bearings for Service ................................. Std., .001”. .002”. Std., .001”. .002”.
.003”..Ol(Y’. .012” .003”. .OW’. .012”
CRANKSHAFT
Type ................................................ FuIly Counter-Ba lanced FuIly Counter-Ba lanced
Bearings ............................................ Steel Backed Babbitt Steel Backed Babbitt
Thrust Taken By ..................................... .
No 3 Main Bearing .
No 3 Main Bearing
End Play ............................................ .OOZ”.. 007” .002”.. 007”
Maximum Allowable ............................... .010” .010”
Diametral Clearance Desired ......................... .ooO5”.. 0015” .0005”.. 0015”
Diametral Clearance Allowed .......................... .0025” .0025”
Finish at Rear Oil Seal Surface ....................... Diagonal Knurling Diagonal Knurling
MAIN BEARING JOURNALS
Diameter ............................................ 2.6245”-2.6255“ 2.7495”-2.7505’’
Maximum Allowable Out-of-Round and/or Taper ....... .001” .001“
9- 100 SPECIFICAT10 NS
Bearings for Service Available in Standard and the
following undersizes .......... . .. . .. .. . ... ... ... ..
. .001”, .oCnlt, .ow’, .001”, .002”,.W’,
.ow, .011”, .012” .Ol(Y’, .01l”, .012”
CONNECTING ROD JOURNALS
Diameter ............................................ 2.374“-2375“ 2.374”-2.375”
Maximum Allowable Outaf-Round and/or Taper ........ .001” .001”
CAMSHAFT
Drive .... ..... . ... ...................... ..........
. , Chain Chain
.. .........................................
.
.......................... ... ................
Bearings Steal Backed Babbitt Steel Backed Babbitt
5
..................................
Number 5
Diametral Clearance .001”-.003” .001”-.003”
Maximum Allowable before Reconditioning .......... .005” .005”
Thrust Taken By ............. ......... .......... ..... Cylinder Block Cylinder Block
CAMSHAFT JOURNALS
Diameter ...................................... No. 1 1.998”-1.999” 1.998’’-1.999”
No. 2 1.982”-1.983” 1.982”-1.983“
No. 3 1.967”-1.968” 1.967“-1.968“
No. 4 1.951”-1.952” 1.951”-1.952”
No. 5 1.748”-1.749” 1.748”-1.749”
CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
Diameter ...................................... No. 1 200(Y’-2.001” 2oo(y’-2.001’t
No. 2 1.984”-1.985” 1.984”-1.985”
No. 3 1.96Yt-1.97(Y’ 1.96Yt-1.97(Y’
No. 4 1.953’t-1.954f’ 1.953”-1.954”.
No. 5 1.750”-1.751” 1.750“-1.751”
VALVE TIMING
Intake Opens (BTC) .................................. 16” 19”
Intake Closes (ABC) .................................. 60” 69”
Exhaust Opens (BBC) ................................ 77”
.................................
64”
Exhaust Closes (ATC) 16” 27’
Valve Overlap .... . ................................... 32”
.................................
46”
256” 268”
..................... .........
Intake Valve Duration
Exhaust Valve Duration 260” 284”
TIMING CHAIN
.......... . ............... ..... .... ..
... ............................................
Number of Links 50 50
Pitch .
.. . ............................................
.W’ .W‘
Width .75“ .75“
TAPPETS
Type .. .... .... ..................................
.. . . Hydraulic HydrauIic
Body Diameter ....................................... .W’-.W‘ .W’-.W‘
................................... .0005”-.0015” .0005”-.0015”
............................
Clearance in Block
Service Tappets Available Std., .001”, .008”,.W’ Std.,.001”, .008”,.W’
Clearance Between Valve Stem and Rocker Arm
Pad (Dry Lash) .................................... .060”-.21(Y’ .060”-.21(Y’
...........................
CYLINDER HEAD
Valve Seat Run-Out (Max.) .002”
....................... ...... .
.002’
Intake Valve Seat Angle 45” 45”
Seat Width (finish) ................................. .W’-.085”
.............................
.06cy’-.085”
Exhaust Valve Seat Angle 45”
...................................
45”
.........
Seat Width (finish) .W’-.06(Yt
Cylinder Head Gasket (Thickness Compressed) .022”
. ... .........................................
VALVE GUIDES
Type . . . Cast in Head Cast in Head
Guide Bore Diameter ................................. 374“-.375“ Std. .374“-.375“ Std.
.............. ......................
VALVES-(I NTAKE)
Head Diameter ... 2.oa” 2.08”
....................... 4.87” 4.87”
Stem Diameter (Standard) .............................
...........................
Length (to center of valve.face)
.372“-.373“
.001”-.003”
.372”-.373”
.001’t-.003ff
...............................
Stem to Guide Clearance
Maximum Allowable .017“* .017”*
Face Angle .......................................... 45” 45”
Valve for Service .................................... .
Std., W’, .015”, .030” Std., .W’, .015”, .W’
Oversize Stem Diam.
Lift (Zero Lash) ....... ... ........ .... . .. . ........ ....
Oversize Stem Diam.
.425“ .4W’
......................................
VALVES-(EXHAUST)
Head Diameter 1.W’ 1.75”
0 SPECIFICATIONS 3-101
Length to (center of valve face) ....................... 4.87" 4.87"
Stem Diameter (Standard) ............................ .371"-,372'' .3W'-.372"
Stem to Guide Clearance ............................. .002"-.004" .002"-.004"
Maximum Allowable ................................ .017"* .017"*
Face Angle .......................................... 45" 45O
Valve for Service ..................................... Std., .oOY', .015", .030" Std., .005",.015", .NO"
Oversize Stem Diam.
Oversize Stem Diam.
Lift (Zero Lash) ...................................... ,435" .458"
VALVE SPRINGS
Number ............................................. 16 16
Free Length ......................................... 2.58" 2.23"
Load when Compressed to (valve closed
with surge damper removed) ........................ 121-129 @ 1-55/64" 100-110 @ 1-55/64"
Load when Compressed to (valve open
with surge damper removed) ........................ 192-208 @ 1-7/16" 236-256 @ 1-23/64"
Valve Springs I.D. .................................... 1.01(Y'-1.0W' 1.070"-1.090"
Maximum Allowable Out of Plumb .................... 1/16" 1I 16"
Valve Spring Installed Height (spring seat
to retainer) ........................................ 1-53164"-1-57/ 64'' 153/ 64"-1-57/64"
Surge Damper ...................................... Spiral Type
Use 1/16" Spacer to Reduce Spring Height when
Over Specifications
ENGINE LUBRICATION
Rotary Full Rotary Full
Pump Type .......................................... Pressure Pressure
Capacity (qts.) ....................................... 4 U.S. or 3.114 4 U.S. or 3-1/4
ImperiaI**
Imperial**
Pump Drive ......................................... Camshaft Camshaft
Minimum Pump Pressure @ 500 R.P.M. ................ 20 PSI 20 PSI
Operating Pressure at lo00 R.P.M. ..................... 4565 Ibs. 4565 Ibs.
Pressure Drop Resulting from Clogged Filter ............ 7-9 Ibs. 7-9 Ibs.
Oil Filter Type ....................................... FuII-Flow FuII-Flow

* With tools C-3973 & C-3339 using wobble method.


**When Filter Element is Replaced, Add 1 US. Quart or 3/4 Imperial Quart.

OIL PUMP-INSPECTION LIMITS FOR REPLACEMENT


383 and 440
Cu. In. Engines
Oil Pump Cover ........................................................ .0015 inch or more
Outer Rotor Length ..................................................... .943 inch or less
Outer Rotor Diameter ................................................... 2.469 inch or less
Inner Rotor Length ...................................................... .942 inch or less
Clearance Over Rotors-Outer ........................................... .004 inch or more
Inner ........................................... .005 inch or more
Outer Rotor Clearance .................................................. .012 inch or more
Tip Clearance Between Rotors ........................................... .010 inch or more

OVERSIZE A N D UNDERSIZE ENGINE COMPONENT MARKINGS

Displacement Condition Identification Location of Identification


383 cu. in. ,001" U/S Crankshaft Maltese Cross Top pad-Front of engine
440 cu. in. M-2-3 etc (indicating Crankshaft counterweight
No. 2 & 3 main bearing
journal)
and/or
R - 1 4 etc. (indicating
No. 1 & 4 connecting rod
journals)
9-102 SPECIFICATIONS 0

.Ol(Y‘ U/S Crankshaft Maltese Cross and X Top pad-Front of engine


M-10 (indicates .OW Crankshaft counterweight
U/S all main journals)
and/or
R-10 (indicates .O1(YfU I S
all rod journals)
.020” O/S Cylinder A Top pad-Front of engine
Bores
.008” O/S Tappets + Top pad-Front of engine
.005” O/S Valve Stems O.S. Single bolt boss on end of
the head

ENGINE
Type ................................................................. Hemispherical 9O”V
Number of Cylinders .................................................. 8
Bore ................................................................. 4.25“
Stroke ............................................................... 3.7W’
Piston Displacement .................................................. 426 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio ..................................................... 10.25 to 1
Compression Pressure with engine warm,
spark plugs removed-wide open throttle ............................. 150-205 psi
Maximum Variation between Cylinders (any one engine) .................. 30 Dsi
Firing Order .......................................................... 1-8-&3657-2
Basic Timing ......................................................... 12-1/2” B.T.C.
with C.A.P. ......................................................... N.A.
CYLINDER NUMBERING (front t o rear)
Left Bank ............................................................ 1-3-57
Right Bank ........................................................... 24-68
CYLINDER BLOCK
Cylinder Bore (standard) “A” Size .................................... 4.24975“
“B” Size .................................... 4.25025”
“C” Size .................................... 4.25075”
“D” Size .................................... 4.25125”
E” Size ..................................... 4.25175”
Cylinder Bore Out-of-Round (Max. allowable before reconditioning) ........ .005”
Cylinder Bore Taper (Max. allowable befare reconditioning) .............. .Ol(Y’
Reconditioning Working Limits (for taper and out-of-round) ............ .001”
Maximum Allowable Oversize (cylinder bore) ............................ .040”
Tappet Bore Diameter ................................................ .9O50”-.9058”
Distributor Lower Drive Shaft Bushings (press fit in block) ................ .0015ff-.0040”(Interference)
Ream to ........................................................... .4865”-.4880”
Shaft to Bushing Clearance ........................................... .OOO7’”-”027’’
PISTONS
Type Material ........................................................ Forged Aluminum
(Tin Plated)
Land Clearance (diametrical) .......................................... .O427”-.0477”
Clearance at Tap of Skirt .............................................. .0025”-.003Y’
Weight (Std. through .04(Yf oversize) .................................... 841-845 gms.
Piston Length (overall) ................................................ 4.060
Ring Groove Depth
No. 1 ..............................................................
..............................................................
.my’
No. 2 .22(Y’
No. 3 .............................................................. .186”
Pistons for Service ................................................... Std., .005”, .OW‘,
Oversize
.W’
PISTON PINS
Type ................................................................. Full Floating
Diameter ............................................................ 1.0310”-1.0312’’
Length ............................................................... 3.395”-3.405’’
Weight ............................................................... 204 gms.
Clearance in Piston (Tight Thumb Push @ 70°F.) ........................ .OOO1”-.OOO6”
0 SPECI FICAT10 NS 9-103
PISTON PINS (Continued)
End Play . . .... .. . ... ....... .... .. ................................ ...
. .006”-.012”
Clearance in Rod ....................................................... .0002’~-.0007”
Pins for Service ...................................................... Std., .003”, ,008”Oversize
PISTON RINGS
Number of Rings per Piston .. ............ ................ ... ......... . 3
Compression .. . ........................................... ........... 2
.
Oil . . .. . .. .. . ... .... . ... ............ ..... ..................... ....... 1
Oil Ring Type ........................................................ %piece
Chrome-Plated Rails with
Stainless Steel
Expander-Spacer
Ring Width
Compression . .. .. . ... .. .. . . ......................... ....... ........ .0075”-.0780”
Oil (Steel Rails) ...................................... ............. .025“
Ring Gap
Compression . . ... . ........................ .... ....................
, .013“-.OB”
Oil (Steel Rails) .................................................... .015”-.055”
Ring Side Clearance
Compression . . .. .. . . . ........ .. . ... .......... .... ... ..........
.. . ..
Oil (Steel Rails) ....................................................
Service Rings
Ring Gap
Compression .. . .. ... ... ..... ... .... .............. .. .. .
. .. . . . . . .. . .013”-.023”
Oil (Steel Rails) .................................................. .OW’-.062”
Ring Side Clearance
Compression . .. . . . . .. . .. . .. ..... .... ................ ... ... .. .. ..
. .0010”-.003”
Oil (Steel Rails) .................................................. .0002”-.005”
CONNECTING RODS
.............................................. 6.859“-6.863“
Length (center to center)
Large End Weight ..................................................... *
770 gms. 2 gms.
Small End Weight ..................................................... 314 gms. & 2 gms.
Side Clearance (two rods) ............................................. .009”-.017”
Piston Pin Bushing Bore Diameter ..................................... 1.0314’t-1.0317’t
CONNECTING ROD BUSHING
.
Type . . . . . . . . .. ... ... ... ...... .... ...... ...... ...............
.. . . .. . . Steel Backed Bronze
CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS
.. . .. . . . .... .. . .. .... ......... .. . ... .. ...
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . Tri-metal Steel Backed
Diameter and Width .................................................. 2.376“ x .927“
. . . ..
Clearance Desired . . . . . . .. . . .... .... ....... .... ..... .. ..
. . . .. .. . .0015’t-.0025”
. . . . ... ... .. . . ............... . ...... .. ...
,
Maximum Allowable .. . . . . . . .. .0025“
Bearings for Service .................................................. Std., .0005”, .001”, .002”,
.003”,.010”, .01l”,,012’’
CRANKSHAFT
. .. ... .
Type . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . .
. . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . .. ... Fully Counter-Balanced
. .. . .
Thrust Taken By
.
.. . . .. . .. .......
.
.. .... .... .. ........ .. ..... . .....
Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .
... . .................... .............
Tri-metal Steel Backed
No. 3 Main Bearing
End Play ............................................................. .002”-.007”
Maximum AI Iowable . . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. .01W’
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . .. . ..
Clearance Desired . . . . . . . . .0015”-.0025”
Clearance AI lowed . . .. ... . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . .. . ... . . . . .. . . . . . .. ..
. . .. . . . . .0025”
Finish at Rear Oil Seal Surface .... . ... ................................ Diagonal Knurling
MAIN BEARING JOURNALS
. . . .... .. .. . .. . .. . ... ............ . .... ...... ..
Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7495”-2.7505”
Maximum Allowable Out-of-Round . . . . . . . . . .... ...... ...
. .. . ... . .. . ... . . .Ooo3“
Maximum Allowable Taper .. . . . .. . . . . .. . . .. ... ......... .. .... .... . ..
. . .m“
Bearings for Service Available in Standard and the following undersizes . . . .001”, .002”, .003”,
.Ol(Y’,.011”, .012”
CONNECTING ROD JOURNALS
Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . .. . ..
. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . ... . . . . . ... . .. . .. . . . .
. 2.374“-2.375”
Maximum Allowable Out-of-Round .. . .. . . . .. .. .. . .. . . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .0003”
Maximum Allowable Taper , . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. .. .. . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0005”
CAMSHAFT
.. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . ... . . ..
Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Roller Chain
Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . .
. . . . .. . . . . . ... . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . Steel Backed Babbitt
9-104 SPECIFICAT10 NS 0

CAMSHAFT (Continued)
Number .............................................................. 5
Clearance Desired .................................................... .Oolff..003’’
Maximum Allowable before reconditioning ............................ .
005“
Thrust Taken By ...................................................... Cylinder Block
CAMSHAFT JOURNALS
Diameter
No. 1 ............................................................... 1.998”-1.999’
No 2. .............................................................. 1.982”-1.983”
No 3. .............................................................. 1.967”-1.%8”
No 4. .............................................................. 1.951”-1.952“
No 5. ............................................................... 1.748”-1.749”
CAMSHAfT BEARINGS
Diameter
No. 1 ............................................................... 2W’-2.001”
No 2. .............................................................. 1.984”-1.W f
No 3. .............................................................. 1.%9’-1.97(Yf
No 4. .............................................................. 1.953“-1.954”
No 5. .............................................................. 1.7Wf-1.751“
VALVE TIMING
Intake Opens (BTC) .................................................. 30”
Intake Closes (ABC) .................................................. 66”
Exhaust Opens (BBC) ................................................. 74”
Exhaust Closes (ATC) .................................................
Valve Overlap ........................................................ 52”
22”
Intake Valve Duration ................................................. 276”
Exhaust Valve Duration ................................................ 276”
TIMING CHAIN
Type ................................................................. Double Roller
Pitch ................................................................ 318“
Width ................................................................ .860”
TAPPETS
Type ................................................................. Mechanica1
Body Diameter ....................................................... .9035”.. W f
Clearance in Block .................................................... .0005”..0018”
Service Tappets Available ............................................. std.,.001”. .008”. .OW’
Operating Clearance
intake .............................................................. .028” Cold
Exhaust ............................................................ .032” Cold
CYLINDER HEAD
Valve Seat Runout (Maximum) ......................................... .002”
Intake Valve Seat Angle ............................................... 45”
Seat Width (Finish) .................................................. .060”.. 085”
Exhaust Valve Seat Angle .............................................. 45”
Seat Width (Finish) ..................................................
Cylinder Head Gasket (thickness compressed) .......................... .OW’
.025”
Combustion Chamber Volumes (with valves and plugs) .................. 171.7-173.7 C.C.
VALVE GUIDES
Type ................................................................. Cast in Head
Guide Bore Diameter .................................................. -3115”-.31”” Std .
VALVES-(Intake)
Head Diameter ....................................................... 2.W‘
Length (to center of valve face) ........................................ 5.316”-5.331”
Stem Diameter (Standard) ............................................ .3085”.. 3095”
Stem to Guide Clearance .............................................. *002”-.004”
Maximum Allowable ................................................ .017“*
Face Angle ........................................................... 45”
Valve for Service ..................................................... .
Std., .005”. .015”. 030”
Lift (Zero Lash) .......................................................
Oversize Stem Diam .
.467”
VALVES-(Exhaust)
Head Diameter ....................................................... 1.W’
Length (to center of valve face) ........................................ 4.7543”-4.7693”
Stem Diameter (Standard) ............................................ .3075”..3085”
Stem to Guide Clearance .............................................. .003”..005”
0 SPECIF ICAT10 NS 9- 105
VALVES-EXH AUST (Continued)
Maximum Allowable ................................................ .017”*
Face Angle ........................................................... 45”
Va Ive for Service ..................................................... Std., .(ME”, .OW’, ,030’’
Oversize Stem Diam.
Lift (Zero Lash) ....................................................... .473“
VALVE SPRINGS
Number .............................................................. 32
Free Length
Outer .............................................................. 2.47“
Inner .............................................................. 2rn’
Load when Compressed to (valve closed)
Outer (less surge damper) ........................................... 102-108 @ 1-55/64”
Inner .............................................................. 47-53@ 14/64“
Load when Compressed to (valve open)
Outer (less surge damper) ........................................... 179-189 @ 1-13/32’
Inner .............................................................. &96 @ 1-11/64”
Surge Damper ........................................................ Outer onlv
Valve Springs I.D.4uter ............................................. 1.08~~-1*01~
Maximum Allowable Out of Plumb ..................................... 1/ -16“
1-53/64” 1-57/64”
Valve Spring Installed Height (spring seat to retainer) ...................
Use 1/16”spacer to reduce spring height when over specifications.
ROCKER SHAFT ASSEMBLY
Rocker Shaft Clearance in Rocker Arm .................................
Rocker Shaft Clearance in Bracket .....................................
ENGINE LUBR ICATI ON
Pump Type ........................................................... Rotary Full Pressure
Capacity (qts.) ........................................................ 5 U.S. or 4-1/4Imperial**
Pump Drive .......................................................... Camshaft
Minimum Pump Pressure @ 500 rpm. .................................. 15 psi
Operating Pressure at lo00 rpm. ....................................... 45-65 Ibs.
Pressure Drop Resulting from Clogged Filter ............................ 7-9 Ibs.
Oil Filter Type........................................................ Full-Flow
* With Tools C-3973and C-3339 using wobble method.
**When Filter Element is Replaced, Add 1 U.S. Quart or 3/4 Imperial Quart.
OIL PUMP-INSPECTION LIMITS FOR REPLACEMENT
Oil Pump Cover ......................................................... .0015inch or more
Outer Rotor Length ..................................................... .943 inch or less
Outer Rotor Diameter .................................................... 2469 inch or less
Inner Rotor Length ..................................................... .942inch or less
Clearance Over Rotors-Outer ........................................... .004 inch or more
Inner ........................................... .005 inch or more
Outer Rotor Clearance .................................................. .012 inch or more
Tip Clearance Between Rotors ........................................... .010inch ,or more
FOR IDENTIFICATION ENGINES WILL BE STAMPED ON CYLINDER BLOCK BOSS AS SHOWN BELOW

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EXAMPLE

HEMISPH ER ICAL
SERIES B
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YF
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C H 426 B

SS32-ENGlNE BUILT THIS DAY

MONTH A L D A Y
9-106 TIGHTENING REFERENCE 0

Condition Identification Location of Identifieation


.001” U/S Crankshaft Maltese Cross Top pad-Front of engine
. .
M-2-3 etc (indicates No 2 & 3 main bearing Crankshaft counterweight
. .
journal) and/or R-1-4 etc (indicates No 1& 4
connecting rod journals)
.010” U/S Crankshaft Maltese Cross and X Top pad-Front of engine
M-10 (indicates .010” U/S all main journals) Crankshaft counterweight
and/or R-10 (indicates .010” U/S all rod journals)
.020” O/S Cylinder Bores A Top pad-Front of engine
.008’’O / S Tappets + Top pad-Front of engine
.005” O / S Valve Stems O.S. Single bolt boss on end of head

TIGHTENING REFERENCE
170-225 CUBIC I N C H ENGINES
Torque Thread
Foot-Pounds Size
Connecting Rod Nut ............................................... 45 3/ 8-24
Cylinder Head Bolt ................................................. 65 91 16-14
Main Bearing Cap Bolt .............................................. a5 1/2-13
Spark Plug ........................................................ 30 14mm
Camshaft Lockbolt ................................................. 35 91 1614
Carburetor to Manifold Nut ......................................... 30 318-16
Chain Case Cover Bolt .............................................. 200 in.-lbs. 5116-18
Torque Converter Housing Bolt ..................................... 30 3/8-16
Converter Brace to Aluminum Housing .............................. 40 91 16-14
Converter Brace to Engine Block .................................... 30 3/8-16
Clutch Housing Bolt ............................................... 30 3/8-16
Crankshaft Rear Bearing Seal Retainer .............................. 30 3/8-16
Cylinder Head Cover Bolt ........................................... 40 in.-lbs. 1/4-20
Distributor Clamp Bolt ............................................. 200 in.-lbs. 51 16-18
Engine Front Mounting to Frame Nut ................................ 85 112-20
Engine Front Mounting to Block Nut ................................. 45 7116-20
Engine Rear Mount Bolts ........................................... 35 711614
318-24
Exhaust Manifold Nut .............................................. 10 51 16-24
Exhaust Pipe Flange Nut ........................................... 30 7/16-20
Exhaust Pipe Clamp Bolt ........................................... 20 3/ 8-24
Exhaust Pipe Support Clamp Bolt ................................... 20 3/ 8-24
Fan Attaching Bolt ................................................ 200 in.-lbs. 51 16-18
Flywheel to Crankshaft ............................................. 55 7116-20
Flex Plate to Crankshaft ............................................ 55 7/ 16-20
Flex Plate to Converter ............................................. 270 in.-lbs. 51 16-24
Flywheel Housing to Cylinder Block Bolt ............................ 50 7116-14
Flywheel Housing Cover Bolt ........................................ 7 1/4-20
Fuel Pump Attaching Bolt .......................................... 30 3/8-16
Alternator Bracket Bolt ............................................. 30 3/8-16
Alternator Mounting Nut ........................................... 200 in.-lbs. 51 16-18
Alternator Adjusting Strap Bolt ...................................... 15 5116-18
Alternator Adjusting Strap Mounting Bolt ............................ 30 3/8-16
Intake to Exhaust Manifold Bolt .................................... 200 in.-lbs. 51 16-18
Manifold Heat Control Counterweight Bolt ........................... 50 in.-lbs. 10-32
Oil Pan Drain Plug ................................................. 20 112-20
Oil Pan Bolt ....................................................... 200 in.-lbs. 51 16-18
Oil Pump Cover Bolt ............................................... 95 in.-lbs. 1/4-20
Oil Pump Attaching Bolt ............................................ 200 in.-lbs. 51 1618
Oil Filter Attaching Stud ........................................... 30 3/4-16
Oil Pressure Gauge Sending Unit .................................... 60 in.-lbs. 118 N.P.T.F.
0 TIGHTEN ING REFERENC E 9-107
Rocker Shaft Bracket Bolt .......................................... 25 3/8-16
Starter Mounting Bolt .............................................. 7116-14
...................................
50
Temperature Gauge Sending Unit 180 in.-lbs. 114 N.P.T.F.
Water Pump to Housing Bolt ....................................... 30 3/8-16

273-318 CUBIC I N C H ENGINES


Connecting Rod Nut-Plain ........................................ 45 3/8-24
Cylinder Head Bolt ................................................. 85 1/2-13
Main Bearing Cap .................................................. 85
Camshaft Lockbolt .......................................... ...... 35
Camshaft Thrust Plate ............................................. 210 in.-lbs. 5116-18
Chain Case Cover (Cast) ............................................ 30 3/ 8-16
Clutch Housing Bolt ............................................... 30 3/8-16
Clutch Housing Vent Hole .......................................... 100 in.lbs. 1/4-20
Clutch Housing Pan Drain Plug ..................................... 35
Crankshaft Bolt (Vibration Damper) ................................. 135 3/4-16
Cylinder Head Cover ............................................... 36 in.lbs. 1/4-20
Engine Front Mounting
To Engine Bosses ................................................ 45
To Frame ........................................................ 85
To Frame Bracket Stud .......................................... 20
Engine Rear Mounting
To Transmission ................................................ 35
To Frame ....................................................... 35
Flywheel to Crankshaft ............................................. 55 7116-20
Flex Plate to Crankshaft ............................................ 55 7/16-20
Flex Plate to Converter ............................................. 270 in.-lbs. 5116-24
Flywheel Housing to Cylinder Block .................................. 50
Flywheel Housing Cover ............................................ 100 in.-lbs. 1/4-20
Intake Manifold .................................................... 35 3/8-16
Oil Pan Drain Plug ................................................. 20 1/ 2-20
Oil Pan Bolt ....................................................... 15 51 16-18
Oil Pump Cover Bolt ............................................... 95 in.-lbs. 1/4-20
Oil Pump Attaching Bolt ............................................ 30 3/8-16
Rocker Shaft Bracket Bolt .......................................... 15 5116-18
Spark Plug ........................................................ 30 14mm
Vibration Damper Bolt ............................................. 200 in.-lbs. 5/16-24

383-440 CUBIC I N C H ENGINES


Connecting Rod Nut-Plain ........................................ 45 3/8-24
Cylinder Head Bolt ................................................. 70 71 16-14
Main Bearing Cap Bolt ............................................. 85 1/2-13
Spark Plug ........................................................ 30 14mm
Ca rnshaft Lockbolt ................................................. 35 7116-14
Carburetor to Manifold Nut ......................................... 7 5116-24
Chain Case Cover Bolt .............................................. 15 5/16-18
Torque Converter Housing Bolt ..................................... 30 3/8-16
Clutch Housing Bolt ............................................... 30 3/8-16
Crankshaft Rear Bearing Seal Retainer .............................. 30 3/8-16
Crankshaft Bolt (Vibration Damper) ................................. 135 3/4-16
Cylinder Head Cover Stud and Nut .................................. 40 in.-lbs. 1/ 4-28
Distributor Clamp Bolt ............................................. 15 5116-18
Exhaust Manifold Nut .............................................. 30 3/8-16
Exhaust Pipe Flange Nut ........................................... 40 7116-20
Exhaust Pipe Clamp Bolt ........................................... 20 3/8-24
Exhaust Pipe Support Clamp Bolt ................................... 20 3/8-24
Fan Attaching Bolt ................................................. 15-18 5/16-18
Flywheel to Crankshaft ............................................. 55
Flex Plate to Crankshaft ............................................ 55
Flex Plate to Converter ............................................. 270 in.-lbs.
Fan Belt Idler Pulley Nut ........................................... 45
Fan Belt Idler Pulley Bracket Bolt .................................. 30 3/8-16
Flywheel Housing to Cylinder Block Bolt ............................ 50 7/16-14
9-108 TIGHTENING REFERENCE
Flywheel Cover Bolt ............................................... 7 1/4-20
Fuel Pump Attaching Bolt .......................................... 30 3/8-16
Alternator Mounting Nut ........................................... 20 51 16-24
Alternator Adjusting Strap Bolt ...................................... 15 51 1b18
Alternator Adjusting Strap Mounting Bolt ............................ 30 3/ 8-16
Intake Manifold Bolt .............................................. 50 3/8-16
Manifold Heat Control Counterweight Bolt ........................... 50 in.-lbs. 10-32
Oil Pan Drain Plug ................................................. 20 1/2-20
Oil Pan Bolt ....................................................... 15 51 16-18
Oil Pump Cover Bolt ............................................... 10 51 16-18
Oil Pump Attaching Bolt ............................................ 35 3/8-16
Rocker Shaft Bracket Bolt .......................................... 25 3/8-16
Starter Mounting Bolt .............................................. 50 7 /16-14
Vibration Damper Bolt ............................................. 15 51 16-18
Valve Tappet Cover End Bolt ....................................... 9 1/4-20
Water Pump to 'Housing Bolt ....................................... 30 3/8-16
Water Pump Housing to Cylinder Block Bolt .......................... 30 3/8-16
A/C Compressor to Engine Bolt ..................................... 30 3/8-16

426 CUBIC I N C H HEMI ENGINE


Location Ft. Lbr . Thread Size
Alternator Attaching Bolt .......................................... 30 3/8-16
Alternator Adjusting Strap Bolt .................................... 15 51 16-18
Alternator Bracket Bolt ............................................ 30 318-16
Camshaft Sprocket Cap Screw (3) .................................. 40 3/8-16
Carburetor to Manifold Nut .......................................... 7 5/16-24
Chain Case Cover Bolt, Upper ...................................... 15-18 51 16-18
Lower ...................................... 1518 3/8-16
Connecting Rod Nut ............................................... 75* 7116-20
Crankshaft Bolt (Vibration Damper) ................................. 135 3/4-16
Crankshaft Rear Bearing Seal Retainer Bolt .......................... 30 3/8-16
Cylinder Head Bolt ................................................. 7G75 7/ 16-14
Cylinder Head Stud Nut ............................................ 70-75 7116-20
Cylinder Head Cover ............................................... .
40 In Lbs . 1/4-28
Distributor Clamp Bolt ............................................. .
200 In Lbs . 51 16-18
Exhaust Manifold Bolt ............................................. 35 3/8-16
Fan Attaching Bolt (4) .............................................. 15 5/16-18
Flywheel Cap Screw ................................................ 70 7116-20
........................................... 30 3/8-16
Clutch Cover to Flywheel
Flywheel Pan Screws .............................................. 200 In. Lbs . 5116-18
Flywheel Housing to Block Bolts .................................... 30 3/8-16
__
50 7116-14
Fuel Pump Attaching Bolt .......................................... 30 3/8-16
Intake Manifold .................................................... See Figure 6 1/4-20
Main Bearing Cap Bolt ............................................. 100 1/2-13
Main Bearing Cap Tie Bolt .......................................... 45 3/ 8-16
Oil Pan Bolt ....................................................... 15 5/1618
Oil Pan Drain Plug ................................................. 20 5/8-18
Oil Pump Attaching Bolt ........................................... 30 3/8-16
Oil Pump Cover Bolt ............................................... 10 5116-18
Oil Filter Adapter .................................................. 30 3/4-16
Rocker Shaft Bracket Bolt .......................................... 30 3/8-16
Spark Plug ........................................................ 30 14MM
Starter Mounting Bolt ............................................... 50 7/ 16-14
Torque Converter to Flex Plate Bolt ................................. 65 7/16-20
Water Pump to Housing Bolt ....................................... 30 3/8-16
Water Pump to Cylinder Block Bolt .................................. 30 . 318-16
*Note: Use Petrolatum Graphite on Clean Threads.
0 GROUP 11

EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONTENTS
Page Page
EXHAUST HEADERS (426 Hemi Engine) . . 10 INTAKE MANIFOLD (426 Hemi Engine) .. 9
EXHAUST HEADER HEAT CONTROL INTAKE MANIFOLD HEAT TUBES
VALVE (426 Hemi Engine) ............. 14 (426 Hemi Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
EXHAUST MANIFOLD (273,318 Cu. In. MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVE
Engines) ........................... 6 (6-Cyl. Engines) ..................... 11
EXHAUST MANIFOLD (383,440 MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVE (273,
CU. IN. ENGINES) .................. 9 318 Cu. In. Engines) ................. 12
EXHAUST PIPES, MUFFLERS AND MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVE (383,
TAIL PIPES ......................... 2 440 Cu. In. Engines) ................. 12
GENERAL INFORMATION .............. 1 MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVE
INTAKE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT ..................... 15
ASSEMBLY (6 Cyl. Engines) .......... 5 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
INTAKE MANIFOLD (273 Cu. In. Engine) . . 6 SERVICE PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
INTAKE MANIFOLD (383, 440 Cu. In. TIGHTENING REFERENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Engines) ............................ 9
GENERAL INFORMATION
Exhaust Pipes, Mufllers and Tail Pipes pipe. Ball joint connections are provided at the
The single line exhaust systems (Figs. 1, 2, 3, 4 and juncture of the exhaust headers and exhaust pipes to
5) use mufflers made of aluminized steel components. facilitate installation and alignment of the system.
The dual exhaust systems (Figs. 6, 7 and 8) use muf- The dual exhaust system used on Coronet models
flers made of aluminized and stainless steel com- equipped with the 440 cubic inch with Power Pak
ponents. The tail pipes on all models are made of uses an “H”type exhaust pipe arrangement (Fig. 8).
aluminized steel. The dual pipes are connected near the center by a
The single line exhaust systems used on models short crossover pipe. No ball joint connections are

I
with 6-cylinder engines use an integral exhaust pipe used in this system.
and muffler (Figs. 1 and 3). On single line systems
with V-8 engines, a U-bolt and saddle clamping ar- Manifold Heat Control Valve
rangement is used between the exhaust pipe and ex- A thermostatic heat control valve is incorporated
haust pipe extension (Figs. 2,4 and 5). in the left hand exhaust manifold on 6-cylinder models
Ball joint connections are used at the juncture of (Fig. 14). On all V-8 models, a similar valve is located
the exhaust manifolds and exhaust pipes on models in the right hand manifold (Figs. 18,22 and 27).
equipped with the 273 and 318 cubic inch engines On all V-8 models, except those equipped with the
(Figs. 2 and 4). No gaskets are used at the ball joint 426 Hemi engine, the valve directs exhaust gases to
connections. All other V-8 except 426 Hemi and all 6- the heat chamber beneath the carburetor mounting
cylinder engines use gaskets between the exhaust flange in the intake manifold to help vaporize the
manifolds and pipe flanges. fuel mixture during the warm-up period.
Flexible “C” type supports are used at the rear of On the 426 Hemi engine, a heat tube arrangement
the mufflers on all Dart and Coronet models. Flexible incorporated with the exhaust header thermostatic
“L” type supports are used at the end of the tail heat control valve (Fig. 13) diverts the hot exhaust
pipes on all models. gases to a heat chamber in the intake manifold at the
The single line exhaust system on Dart models, base of the rear carburetor during the warm-up peri-
equipped with the 273 cubic inch, 4-barrel carburetor od. These tubes are made of aluminized steel to resist
engine, uses a combination straight-through rear corrosion.
muffler and tail pipe assembly, in addition to the con- When the valve is closed, the exhaust gases are
ventional muffler (Fig. 2). diverted to the heat chamber through the right hand
The dual exhaust system used on Coronet models tube (Fig. 13). After circulating through the heat
equipped with the 426 Hemi engine, uses an “H”type chamber, the gases are returned to the exhaust pipe
exhaust pipe arrangement (Fig. 7). The dual pipes through the left hand tube.
are connected near the center by a ‘short crossover
11-2 EXHAUST SYSTEM 0

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
EXCESSIVE EXHAUST (a) Leaks a t pipe joints. (a)
Tighten clamps at leaking joints.
NOISE (b) Burned or blown out muffler. (b)
Replace muffler assembly.
(c) Burned or rusted out exhaust pipe. (c)
Replace exhaust pipe.
(d) Exhaust pipe leaking at manifold (d)
On 273 and 318 cu. in. engines, tight-
flange. en ball joint connection attaching bolt
nuts to 25 foot-pounds. On 426 Hemi
engines, tighten the nuts too 20 foot-
pounds. On all other engines, install
a new gasket and tighten flange bolt.
nuts to 35 foot-pounds.
(e) Exhaust manifold cracked or broken. (e) Replace manifold.
(f) Leak between manifold and cylinder (f) Tighten manifold to cylinder head
head. stud nuts or bolts to specifications.
(g) Leaks at heat tube pipe connections. (g) Replace gaskets as required. Tighten
bolts and nuts and clamp bolt nut to
specifications.

LEAKING EXHAUST (a) Leaks at pipe joints. (a) Tighten U-bolt nuts at leaking joints
GASES to 150 inch-pounds.
(b) Damaged or improperly installed gas- (b) Replace gaskets as necessary.
kets.
(c) Restriction in muffler or tail pipe. (c) Remove restriction, if possible, or
replace as necessary.
(d). Loose heat tube connections. (d) Replace gaskets as required. Tighten
stud nuts or bolts to specifications.
(e) Burned or rusted out heat tubes. (e) Replace heat tubes as required.
ENGINE HARD TO (a) Heat control valve frozen in the open (a) Free up manifold heat control valve
WARM UP OR WILL position. using a suitable manifold heat con-
NOT RETURN TO trol solvent.
NORMAL IDLE

NOISE IN MANIFOLD (a) Thermostat broken. (a) Replace thermostat.


(b) Weak, broken or missing anti-rattle (b) Replace spring.
spring.
MANIFOLD HEAT (a) Thermostat broken. (a) Replace thermostat.
CONTROL VALVE (b) Broken, weak or missing anti-rattle (b) Replace spring.
RATTLE spring.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
EXHAUST PIPES, MUFFLERS AND TAIL PIPES and remove exhaust pipe. On models using gaskets at
exhaust pipe flanges, discard gaskets and carefully
Removal clean manifold flanges of any gasket particles.
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist and apply penetrating oil On Coronet models with the 426 Hemi engine, also
to all clamp bolts and nuts to loosen r u s t and remove heat tube clamp bolt, nut, clamp and heat
corrosion. tube from exhaust connection (Fig. 7).
If only the muffler is to be replaced, cut the exten- (4) Remove muffler and extension pipe assembly.
sion pipe just forward of the muffler with a hack saw (5) Raise rear end of vehicle to relieve the body
or cutter. It is not necessary to remove the exhaust weight from rear springs and remove tail pipe.
pipe. The replacement muffler can be installed, using
a U-bolt and saddle clamping arrangement at the front Installation (All Models with 170,225,3 18,
of the muffler. 383 and 440 Cu. In. Engines and 273 Cu. In.
(2) Remove clamps and supports from exhaust Engine with 2-BB 1. Carburetor)
pipe, muffler and tail pipe (Figs. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 (1) Assemble exhaust pipe, muffler and tail pipe
and 8). loosely to permit proper alignment (Figs. 1, 2, 3, 4,
(3) Disconnect exhaust pipe at exhaust manifolds 5, 6 and 8).
0 EXHAUST SYSTEM 11-3

Fig. I -Exhaust System (Dart- 170,225 Cu. In. Engines)

AND TAIL PIPE

LOCKWASHER
(4-BBL. CARBURETOR) N CIRCLE A WASH

Fig. 2-Exhaust System (Dart-273 Cu. In. Engine-2 and 4 BBL Carburetors)
11-4 EXHAUST SYSTEM 0

Fig. 3-Exhaust System (Coronet-225 Cu. In. Engine)


(2) Assemble exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold. vide proper clearance with underbody and adjacent
On engines without ball joint seating connections, parts. Do not fully tighten attaching bolts and screws
use new flange gaskets and tighten bolt nuts to 35 at this time.
foot-pounds. On models with 273 and 318 cubic inch (3) Tighten all slip joint U-bolt nuts to 150 inch-
engines, do not tighten ball joint bolt nuts at this pounds, working from rear to front.
time. (4) Tighten muffler and tail pipe support attaching'
(3) Adjust tail pipe and muffler supports to provide bolts to 200 inch-pounds, at same time maintaining
proper clearance with underbody and adjacent parts. proper clearance with adjacent parts.
Do not fully tighten attaching bolts and screws at (5) Check alignment and tighten exhaust pipe ball
this time. joint connection bolt nuts to 25 foot-pounds. When
(4) Tighten all slip joint clamp bolt nuts 150 tightening nuts, alternate between them to insure
inch-pounds, working from rear to front. parallelism of flanges.
(5) Tighten tail pipe support. attaching clamp
screws to 95 inch-pounds, at same time maintaining Installation (Models with 426 Hemi Engine)
proper clearance with adjacent parts. (1) Assemble exhaust pipes, mufflers and tail pipes
(6) Tighten exhaust pipe ball joint connection bolt loosely to permit proper alignment (Fig. 7).
nuts to 25 foot-pounds. Alternate tightening nuts to (2) Assemble exhaust pipes to exhaust headers, but,
insure parallelism of flanges. do not tighten ball joint nuts at this time.
(3) Adjust muffler and tail pipe supports to pro-
Installation (Dart Models with 273 Cu. In. vide proper clearance with underbody and adjacent
Engine with 4-BB 7. Carburetor) parts. Do not fully tighten attaching bolts and nuts
(1) Assemble exhaust pipe, muffler and tail pipe at this time.
(Fig. 2) loosely to permit proper alignment. Do not (4) Tighten front muffler slip joint U-bolt nuts
tighten exhaust pipe to manifold ball joint connec- to 150 inch-pounds.
tion bolt nuts at this time. (5) Tighten muffler and tail pipe attaching bolts
(2) Adjust tail pipe and muffler supports to pro- to 200 inch-pounds, at same time maintaining proper
c, EXHAUST SYSTEM 11-5

EXHAUST PIPE
EXTENSION

V IE W IN CIRCLE C
LAIN WASHER
PLAIN WASHER
V I E W IN CIRCLE B

TAIL PIPE

IPE EXTENSION
NNlOOA

Fig. 4-Exhaust System (Coronet-273, 3 I 8 Cu. In. Engines)


clearance with adjacent parts. (4) Remove nuts and washers attaching manifold
(6) Tighten tail pipe U-bolt nuts to 95 inch-pounds. assembly to cylinder head and remove manifold (Fig.
(7) Tighten exhaust pipe ball joint bolt nuts to 9). Remove three bolts securing intake manifold to
20 foot-pounds. exhaust manifold and separate manifolds.
(8) Install outlet heat tube on right hand exhaust
pipe connection and secure with clamp, bolt, washer Cleaning and lnspection
and nut. Tighten nut to 100 inch-pounds. (1) Discard gasket and clean all gasket surfaces on
manifolds. Wash manifolds in solvent and dry with
INTAKE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLD compressed air.
ASS EMB LY (6-Cylin der Engines) (2) Test mating surfaces of manifolds for paral-
lelism with a straightedge. Surfaces should be flat
Removal within .008 inch.
(1) Remove carburetor air cleaner. If engine is (3) Inspect manifolds for cracks or distortion.
equipped with closed type breather cap, disconnect (4) Test operation of manifold heat control valve.
hose at air cleaner intake tube. If shaft is binding, apply a suitable manifold heat
(2) Disconnect vacuum control tube at carburetor control valve solvent, as outlined in “Manifold Heat
and distributor. Disconnect fuel line, crankcase venti- Control Valve,” page 11.
lator valve hose, automatic choke rod and throttle
linkage at carburetor and remove carburetor. lnstallation
(3) Disconnect exhaust pipe at exhaust manifold. (1) Install a new gasket between the two manifolds
11-6 EXHAUST SYSTEM 0

Fig. 5-Exhaust System-Single (Coronet-383 Cu. In. Engine)


and install the three long screws securing the mani- carburetor. Install carburetor air cleaner, and connect
folds. Do not tighten at this time. closed breather cap hose to air cleaner inlet tube, if
(2) Position manifold assembly on cylinder head, used.
using a new gasket. Install triangular washers and
nuts on upper studs and on the four lower studs oppo- INTAKE MANIFOLD (273 Cu. In. Engine)
site numbers 2 and 5 cylinders. The eight triangular
washers should be positioned squarely on the ma- Remove intake manifold as outlined in Group 9,
chined surfaces of both intake and exhaust manifold “Engine.”
retaining pads. These washers must be installed with
cup side against manifold. Install nuts and washers Servicing
only when engine is cold. (1) Clean manifold in solvent and blow dry with
(3) Install steel conical washers with cup side compressed air. Inspect manifold for cracks.
facing manifold, one on center upper stud and two (2) Inspect mating surfaces of manifold for paral-
on center lower studs. Install brass washers at each lelism with a straightedge.
end with flat side to manifold. Install nuts with flat (3) Inspect exhaust crossover passages through
side away from washer. Tighten nuts to 10 foot- manifold (Fig. 10). If passages are coated with hard,
pounds. black carbon, they should be scraped clean and sand-
CAUTION: Do not over-tighten. blasted to remove the carbon deposits.
(4) Tighten three screws securing intake manifold to (4) Install intake manifold, using new gaskets.
exhaust manifold to 15 foot-pounds, starting with Tighten manifold bolts to 35 foot-pounds.
inner screw.
( 5 ) Attach exhaust pipe to manifold flange, using a EXHAUST MANIFOLD (273,318 Cu. In.
new gasket and tighten bolt nuts to 35 foot-pounds. Engine)
(6) Install carburetor and connect automatic choke
rod and throttle linkage. Assemble crankcase venti- Removal
lator valve hose, vacuum control tube and fuel line to (1) Remove bolts and nuts attaching exhaust pipe
0 EXHAUST SYSTEM 11-7

Fig. &Exhaust Sydem-Dual (Coronet483 Cu. in. Engine)

...... ..4 CIRCLE A


VlFW Ih

PLAIN WASHER
MUFFLER-RIGHT \4/

TAIL PIPE-RIGHT PIPE-LEFT


U-BOLT

LOCKWASHER

EXHAUST PIPE-RIGHT
BALL JOINT CONNECTION

Fig. 7-Exhaust Sydem-Dual (Coronet426 Hemi Engine)


11-8 EXHAUST SYSTEM 0

Fig. B-Exhaust System-Dual (CoronW4UO Cu. In. Engine with Power Paw

to manifold. On left hand manifold, remove bolt, nut flat within .008 inch.
and washer attaching the two manifold braces. (3) On right hand manifold, test manifold heat con-
(2) Remove bolts, nuts and washers attaching mani- trol valve for free operation. If necessary to free up,
folds to cylinder heads. Remove manifolds from cyl- apply a suitable manifold heat control valve solvent to
inder heads. both ends of valve shaft. A suitable solvent is avail-
able under Part Number 2525054, Manifold Heat
Cleaning and lnspection Control Valve Solvent. Be sure manifold is COOL and
(1) Clean gasket surfaces on cylinder heads and solvent is allowed to soak a few minutes to dissolve
manifolds, wash with solvent and blow dry with com- deposits. Then, work valve back and forth until it
pressed air. Inspect manifolds for cracks. turns freely.
(2) Inspect mating surfaces of manifold for paral-
lelism with a straightedge. Gasket surfaces must be

AUTOMATIC CHOKE W
Fig. 9-Manifold Assembly ( 170,225 Cu. In.
Engines) Fig. I W n t a k e Manffold 1273, Cu. In. Engin.)
0 EXHAUST SYSTEM 11-9
Installation
CAUTION: If studs came out with the nuts, install
new studs, applying sealer on the coarse thread
ends. If this precaution is not taken, water leaks may
develop at the studs.
(1) Position two outboard arms of manifolds on the
two studs on cylinder heads, using new gaskets. In-
stall conical washers and nuts on studs (Fig. 11).
(2) Install two screws and conical washers at inner
ends of outboard arms of manifold. Install two screws
without washers on center arm of manifold (Fig. 11).
Tighten screws and nuts, starting at center arm and
working outward, to 15 foot-pounds.
(3) Assemble exhaust pipe to manifold, and secure
with bolts, nuts and washers. Tighten nuts to 25 foot-
pounds. On left hand manifold, attach two braces to
manifold with bolts, nuts and washers. Tighten nuts
to 30 foot-pounds.

INTAKE MANIFOLD (383,440 Cu. In. Engines) EXHAUST CROSSOVER PASSA


N Y 843 MOUNTING FLANGE
Remove the Intake Manifold as outlinud in Group 9,
“Engine.” Fig. 12-lntake Manifold (383,440Cu. In.
Engines)
Servicing
(1) Clean manifold (Fig. 12) in solvent and blow dry Cleaning and Inspection
with compressed air. (1) Clean manifolds in solvent and blow dry with
(2) Inspect exhaust crossover passages and pres- compressed air.
sure test for any leakage into intake passages. (2) Inspect manifolds for cracks and distortion.
(3) Inspect mating surfaces for parallelism. (3) On right hand manifold test manifold heat con-
(4) Use new gaskets when installing manifold. Re- trol valve for free operation. If necessary to free up,
install manifold as outlined in Group 9, “Engine.” apply a suitable manifold heat control valve solvent
to both ends of valve shaft. A suitable solvent is
available under Part Number 2525054, Manifold Heat
EXHAUST MANIFOLD (383,440 Cu. In. Control Valve Solvent. Be sure manifold is COOL
Engines) and solvent is allowed to soak a few minutes to dis-
solve deposits. “hen, work valve back and forth until
Removal it turns freely.
(1) Disconnect spark plug cables.
(2) Remove alternator. Installation
(3) Disconnect exhaust pipe at exhaust manifolds. CAUTION: If studs came out with the nuts, install
(4) Remove stud nuts attaching exhaust manifolds new studs, applying sealer on the coarse thread
to cylinder heads. Slide manifolds off studs and away ends. If this precaution is not taken, water leaks may
from cylinder heads. develop at the studs.
(1) Install manifolds on cylinder heads. No gaskets
are required. Tighten stud nuts to 30 foot-pounds.
(2) Install alternator and adjust belt tension.
(3) Attach spark plug cables to spark plugs.

INTAKE MANIFOLD (426 Hemi Engine)


Remove intake manifold as outlined in Group 9,
“Engine”.

Servicing
Fig. I I -Installing Exhaurt Manifold (273,3I8 Cu. In. (1) Clean manifold in solvent and blow dry with
Engines) compressed air.
11-10 EXHAUST SYSTEM 0

(2) Inspect exhaust passages and pressure test for outlet tube to rear face of intake manifold and remove
any leakage i m G t a k e passages. tube.
(3) Inspect mating surfaces for parallelism.
(4) Use new gaskets when installing manifold. Installation-Outlet Tube
Reinstall manifold as outlined in Group 9, “Engine”. (1) Install tube and clamp on exhaust pipe connec-
tion.
INTAKE MANIFOLD HEAT TUBES (426 Hemi (2) Install new gasket and tube at upper end of
Engine) outlet tube.
(3) Install heat shield and outer screw and washer
Removal-Inlet Tube on outlet tube flange. Install inner screw and washer.
(1) To remove inlet tube, remove two stud nuts and Tighten screws to 200 inch-pounds.
washers from right hand exhaust header (Fig. 13). (4) Install clamp bolt, washer and nut and tighten
(2) Remove screws attaching upper end of inlet tube nut to 100 inch-pounds.
to rear face of intake manifold.
(3) Remove tube and gaskets and discard gaskets. EXHAUST HEADERS (426 Hemi Engine)

Installation-Inlet Tube Removal


(1) Clean gasket surfaces of exhaust header and (1) On right hand exhaust header, disconnect CW-
intake manifold of all old gasket particles. buretor choke heat tube.
(2) Place new gaskets in position on studs and (2) Disconnect choke intake heat tube from lower
install inlet tube on exhaust header studs. inside surface of right hand exhaust header.
(3) Install washers and nuts on studs and tighten (3) Remove ball joint bolts connecting exhaust
nuts to 200 inch-pounds. pipes to exhaust headers and separate pipes from
(4) Secure upper end of tube with screws and headers.
washers. Tighten screws to 200 inch-pounds. (4) Remove screws attaching inlet heat tube to
exhaust header and separate tube from header.
(5) Remove screws and washers attaching exhaust
Removal-Outlet Tube headers to cylinder heads. Remove headers and gas-
(1) To remove outlet tube, remove nut, washer
and bolt from tube clamp at exhaust pipe (Fig. 13). kets from cylinder heads.
Remove clamp from tube.
(2) Remove two screws attaching heat shield and Cleaning and Inspeaion
(1) Clean gasket surfaces on cylinder heads and
headers, wash with solvent and blow dry with com-
Bressed air. Inspect headers for cracks.
(2) Inspect mating surfaces of headers for paral-
lelism with a straightedge. Gasket surfaces must be
flat within .008 inch.
(3) On right hand header test heat control valve
for free operation. If necessary to free up, apply a
suitable manifold heat control valve solvent to both
ends of valve shaft. A suitable solvent is available
under Part Number 2525054, Manifold Heat Control
Valve Solvent. Be sure header is COOL and solvent
is allowed to soak a few minutes to dissolve deposits.
HEAT TUBE-OUTLET
/ Then, work valve back and forth until it turns freely.
XHAUST
CLAMP lnstallcrtlon
LOCKWASHER (1) Place headers in position on cylinder heads,
using new gaskets. Install conical washers and screws.

NUT
Position washers with concave side toward bolting
EXHAUST PIPE- CONNECTION flanges. Tighten screws to 35 foot-pounds.
NN962 (2) Assemble exhaust pipes to exhaust headers.
Secure ball joints with bolts and nuts. Tighten nuts
Fig. t54ntoke Monifold Heor Tube Arrangement to 20 foot-pounds.
(426 Hemi Engine) (3) Assemble inlet heat tube to right hand header,
0 EXHAUST SYSTEM 11-11
using new gasket. Tighten screws to 200 inch-pounds.
(4)Connect choke intake heat tube to lower inside PXFAUST MANIFOLD R€lAINEI

surface of exhaust header. \ LOCK VALVE I


(5) Connect heat tube to exhaust header.

MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVE


(6-Cylinder Engines)
Servicing
Operation of the manifold heat control valve (Fig.
14), should be inspected periodically. With engine
idling, accelerate momentarily to wide open throttle.
The counterweight should respond by moving counter- I
COUNTERWEIGHT SHAR
clockwise approximately 1/2 inch and return to its NYlOUID

original position. If no movement is observed, shaft


is binding due to accumulation of deposits or thermo-
stat is weak or broken. Fig. 15-Manifold Heat Control Valvdisassembkd
The application of a suitable manifold heat control (170,225 Cu. In. Engines)
valve solvent, every oil change, to both ends of mani- manifold heat control solvent to dissolve deposits,
fold heat control valve shaft at bushings, will keep
valve working freely. A suitable solvent is available as outlined on this page.
Examine bumper stop on counterweight. If dam-
under Part Number 2525054, Manifold Heat Control
Valve Solvent. The solvent should be applied when aged, replace with a new one.
manifold is COOL and allowed to soak a few minutes
to dissolve deposits. Then, work valve back and forth Installation
(1) Turn shaft in extreme clockwise positiOn.
until it turns freely. Place a new thermostat in shaft slot (Fig. 16) and
position it with outer end in lower left hand position.
Removal (2) Wrap outer end of thermostat clockwise and
(1)Remove counterweight and lock from end of
engage it under stop pin (Fig. 16).
shaft by loosening clamp bolt (Fig. 15). (3) Place counterweight on shaft, with shield in up-
(2) Unhook thermostat from stop pin and remove
ward position and insert lock in shaft slot (Fig. 17).
from valve shaft slot. (4)Center counterweight on shaft and turn shaft
counterclockwise until bumper passes stop pin.
Cleaning and Inspection (5)Press counterweight on shaft until it is seated.
Move valve shaft back and forth and test operation.
Tighten clamp bolt to 50 inch-pounds with C-3380
If shaft is binding in manifold, apply a suitable Torque Wrench.
(6)Make sure anti-rattle spring is in place on oppo-

Fig. 14-Manifold Hear Control Valve Fig. 16-Installing Thermostat ( 170,225 Cu. In.
f 170,225 Cu. In. Engines) Engines)
11-12 EXHAUST SYSTEM 0

to dissolve deposits. Then, work valve back and forth


until it turns freely.

Removal
(1) Remove counterweight, lock and bumper from
end of shaft by loosening clamp bolt (Fig. 19).
(2) Unhook thermostat from stop pin and remove
from valve shaft slot.

Cleaning and inspection


Move valve shaft back and forth and test operation.
If shaft is binding in manifold, apply a suitable mani-
fold heat control solvent to dissolve deposits, as
outlined on this page.

fnstallation
(1) Turn shaft to extreme counterclockwise posi-
tion.
Fig. 17-Indalling Counterweight (170,225 Cu. In.
Engines) (2) Install a new thermostat in shaft slot (Fig. 20)
and position with outer end in downward position.
site end of shaft. Test operation of valve. (3) Wrap outer end of thermostat counterclockwiso
and engage under stop pin.
MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVE (4) Place Counterweight on shaft with shield in
(273,318 Cu. In. Engines) downward position and insert lock in shaft slot (Fig.
21).
servicing (5) Center counterweight on shaft and turn clack-
Operation of the manifold heat control valve (Fig. wise until bumper passes stop pin (Fig. 21).
18) should be inspected periodically. With engine
(6) Press counterweight on shaft until seated.
idling, accelerate momentarily to wide open throttle. Tighten clamp bolt 50 inch-pounds with C-3380 Torque
The counterweight should respond by moving clock- Wrench.
wise approximately 1/2 inch and return to its original
(7) Make sure anti-rattle spring on opposite end of
position. If no movement is observed, shaft is binding shaft is in place. Test operation of valve for freedom
due to accumulation of deposits or thermostat is of movement.
weak or broken.
The application of a suitable manifold heat control
valve solvent every oil change, to both ends of mani- MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVE
fold heat control valve shaft at bushings, will keep (383,440 Cu. In. Engines)
valve working freely. A suitable solvent is available
under Part Number 2525054, Manifold Heat Control Servicing
Valve Solvent. The solvent should be applied when Operation of the manifold heat control valve (Fig.
manifold is COOL and allowed to soak a few minutes

NK121 A

Fig. 18-Manifold Heat Control Valve (273, Fig. 19-Manifold Heat Control V a h - D i s a r r e m b l d
318 Cu. In. Engines) /273,318 Cu. In. Engines)
EXHAUST SYSTEM 11-13

Fig. 20-lnstulling Thermostut (273,3 I 8 Cu. In.


Engines)
Fig. 22-Manifold Heat Control Valve (383,440 Cu. In
Engines)
22) should be inspected periodically. With engine
idling, accelerate momentarily to wide open throttle.
The counterweight should respond by moving Counterweight-Removal
counterclockwise approximately 1/2 inch and return (1) Remove counterweight and bumpsr from outer
to its original position. If no movement is observed, end of valve shaft by loosening clamp bolt (Fig. 23).
shaft is binding due to accumulation of deposits or
thermostat is weak or broken. Thermostat-Removal
The application of a suitable manifold heat control (1) To remove thermostat on inner end of valve
valve solvent, every oil change, to both ends of shaft, first remove anti-rattle spring (Fig. 23).
manifold heat control valve shaft at bushings, will (2) Unhook thermostat from stop pin and slide
keep valve working freely. A suitable solvent is avail- from valve shaft by pushing with a screwdriver at
able under Part Number 2525054, Manifold Heat center of thermostat to prevent damaging thermostat
Control Valve Solvent. The solvent should be applied as it slides over edge of undercut on shaft.
when manifold is COOL and allowed to soak a few
minutes to dissolve the deposits. Then, wmk valve Cleaning and lnspection
back and forth until it turns freely. Move valve shaft back and forth and test operation.
The counterweight and the thermostat, being lo- If shaft is binding in manifold, apply a suitable mani-
cated on opposite ends of the valve shaft, can be serv- ANTI-RATTLE SPRING
iced individually without the necessity for complete
disassembly. RETAINER
-
RMOSTAT
ii

/RETAINER
.=2---
-BUMPER
COUNTERWEIGHT

NN206

Fig. 2 I--Installing Counterweight (273,3I 8 Cu. In. Fig. 23-Manifold Heat Control Vulve-Disassembld
Engines) (383,440 Cu. In. Engines)
11-14 EXHAUST SYSTEM ~P

"
PA

THERMOSTAT LFREE POSITION COUNTERWEIGHT


I

-_- ST0.P PIN NN207A

Fig. 24-Installing Thermostat (383,440 Cu. In. CLAMP BOLT


Engines)
NN209
fold heat control solvent to dissolve deposits. Fig. 26-Installing Counterweight (383,440 Cu.
If fabric on bumper is worn, install a new bumper. In. Engines)

Thermostat-installation of valve shaft. The bumper should be located on the


(1) Be sure shaft retainer is in place on inner end left hand side of the hub section of the counterweight
of valve shaft. Then, turn valve shaft in extreme clock- and on the left hand side of the stop pin (Fig. 26).
wise position. (3) Tighten clamp bolt to 50 inch-pounds with C-
(2) Install a new thermostat in slot in inner end of 3380 Torque Wrench. Test operation of valve for
shaft (Fig. 24) with outer end in upper left hand freedom of movement.
position, as viewed from right hand side of engine.
Press inner end of thermostat into shaft and seat HEADER HEAT CONTROL VALVE (426 Hemi
firmly. Engine)
(3) Wrap outer end of thermostat clockwise, as
viewed from right hand side of engine, and engage Servicing
over stop pin. Operation of the heat control valve (Fig. 27) should
(4) Install anti-rattle spring on end of stop pin and be inspected periodically. With engine idling, ac-
end of valve shaft. Make sure it does not interfere celerate momentarily to wide open throttle. The
with thermostat (Fig. 25). counterweight should respond by moving clockwise
approximately 1/2 inch and return to its original posi-
Counterweight --Installation tion. If no movement is observed, shaft is binding
(1)Be sure shaft retainer is in place on outer end due to accumulation of deposits or thermostat is
of valve shaft. weak or broken.
(2) Install counterweight and bumper on outer end The application of a suitable manifold heat control
valve solvent, every oil change, to both ends of the

THERMOSTAT NN963
Fig. 25-Thermostat I n st u l l d (383,440 Cu. In.
Engines) Fig. 2 7 - H e a t Control Valve (426 Hem; Engine)
0 EXHAUST SYSTEM 11-15
valve shaft will keep the valve working freely. A INSTALLED POSITION
suitable solvent is available under Part Number
2525054, Manifold Heat Control Valve Solvent. The FREE
solvent should be applied when header is COOL and POSITION
allowed to soak a few minutes to dissolve deposits.
Then, work valve back and forth until it turns freely.

Removal
(1) Remove counterweight from outer end of valve
shaft by loosening clamp bolt (Fig. 28).
(2) Unhook thermostat from stop pin and slide
from valve shaft slot.

Cleaning and inspection


If fabric bumper on counterweight is worn, it I
VALVE SHAFT NN965
may be replaced by sliding it off the tab and sliding
on a new one. Fig. 29-Installing Thermostat (426 Hemi Engin@)

lnstallation and engage under stop pin.


(1) Be sure shaft retainers (Figs. 28 and 29) are in (4) Install counterweight on outer end of valve
place in grooves in valve shaft and stop pins. Then, shaft with lock engaged in valve shaft slot and bumper
turn shaft in the extreme counlerclockwise position. on right hand side of stop pin (Fig. 30).
(2) Install a new thermostat in slot in shaft (Fig. 29) (5) Tighten clamp bolt to 50 inch-pounds with
with outer end of thermostat in lower left hand posi- C-3380 Torque Wrench. Test operation of valve for,
tion. Press inner end of thermostat into shaft and freedom of movement.
seat firmly.
(3) Wrap outer end of thermostat counterclockwise MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVE
REPLACEMENT
RETAINER
Removal
(1) Remove alternator.
(2) Remove exhaust pipe from manifold.
(3) Remove exhaust manifold from engine.
(4) Remove counterweight, thermostat, shaft re-
tainers and anti-rattle spring.
(5) Cut valve plate off shaft.
(6) Remove shaft and press bushings from mani-
fold.
-VALVt >HAPI

R ETA1NE R
STOP PIN

\
rMP BOLT
NN967 '

Fig. 28-Heat Control Valve-Disauembled


(426 Hemi Engine) Fig. 30-lnstalling Counterweight (426 Hemi Engine)
11-16 TIGHTENIN'G REFERENCE 0

lnstallat ion outlined for respective engine.


(1)Install new bushings in exhaust manifold. (7) Install manifold on engine assembly.
(2) Install shaft in manifold and check shaft for (8) Attach exhaust pipe to manifold, using a new
freedom of movement. If shaft fails to turn freely, it gasket where required.
will be necessary to hone bushings to shaft size. (9) Install alternator and adjust belt tension.
(3) Pull shaft out far enough t o position valve (10) Start engine and test operation of manifold
plate on shaft, then slide shaft into position in both heat control valve assembly.
bushings.
(4) Align hole in valve plate with hole in shaft and Servicing
insert a drift into both holes to maintain correct posi- Test manifold heat control valve for proper opera-
tioning of valve plate while it is being welded to shaft. tion during engine tune-up and apply a suitable mani-
(5) Remove drift from valve plate and shaft. fold heat control valve solvent to dissolve the deposits,
(6) Install new thermostat, anti-rattle spring shaft as outlined on page 13.
retainers and counterweight assembly on shaft, as

TIGHTENING REFERENCE
&Cylinder 8-Cylinder
Ft. Lbs. In. Lbr. Ft. Lbr. In. Lbr.
Exhaust Header Ball Joint Bolt N u t (426Hemi
Engine) ......................................... 20
Exhaust Manifold Brace Bolt Nut (273,318Cu. In.
Engines) ....................................... 30
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Stud Nut 170,
225 Cu. In. Engine .............................. 10
273 Cu. In. Engine .............................. 15
318, 383,440 Cu. In. Engines ..................... 30
Exhaust Manifold to Pipe Flange Ball Joint Bolt N u t .
Exhaust Pipe Flange Bolt Nut ......................
. 35
25
35
Exhaust Pipe U-Bolt Nut ........................... 150 150
Heat Control Valve Counterweight Clamp Bolt N u t ... 50 50
Heat Tube Clamp Bolt Nut (426 Hemi Engine) ....... 100
Heat Tube Screw and Stud N u t (426 Hemi Engine) ... 200
Intake Manifold to Cylinder Head Screw ............ 10
273 Cu. In. Engine .............................. 35
318 Cu. In. Engine .............................. 35
383,440 Cu. In. Engines .......................... 50
Intake to Exhaust Manifold Screw .................. 15
Rear Muffler Support Bolt and N u t ................. 200
Rear Muffler Support to Underbody Bolt ............ 200 200
Support Clamp Screw ............................. 95 95
Tail Pipe Support to Underbody Bolt ............... 200 200
Tail Pipe U-Bolt Nut (426 Hemi Engine) ............. 95
0 GROUP 14

FUEL SYSTEM
CONTENTS
Page Page
SERVICE DIAGNOSIS .................. 3 FUEL TANKS ......................... 67
BBS-SERIES CARBURETORS ......... 6 THROTTLE LINKAGE .................. 70
B BD-SERl ES CARBURETORS ......... 30 WWC3 SERIES CARBURETOR .......... 46
HOLLEY CARBURETOR ................ 14 SPECIFICATIONS ...................... 77
WW3-SERIES CARBURETORS ......... 21 DISTRIBUTOR CONTROL VALVE
AFB-SERIES CARBURETORS .......... 54 ADJUSTMENT ...................... 3
FUEL PUMPS ........................ 65
GENERAL INFORMATION SERVICING THE CARBURETOR
The fuel system consists of the fuel tank, fuel Often, the carburetor is blamed for a great variety
pump, fuel filter, carburetor, fuel lines and vacuum of trouble which is classed as “POOR CAR PER-
lines. (Fig. 1.) FORMANCE.” Therefore, be definitely sure that the
The fuel tank assembly consists of the tank,filler trouble is not located elsewhere before disassembling
neck cap, air vent, and a fuel gauge sending unit. the carburetor.
In operation, the fuel pump draws fuel from the When overhauling the carburetor, several items of
tank and forces it to the filter and carburetor. The importance should be observed to assure a good job:
carburetor meters the fuel into the air stream drawn (1) The carburetor must be completely disassem-
into the engine, in quantities suitable for all engine bled.
speed and load conditions. (2) All parts (except choke diaphragm assembly)
The fuel filter for 1967 is a paper element sealed, should be cleaned in a suitable solvent then inspected
disposable type unit, located in the fuel line between for damage or wear.
the fuel pump and the carburetor. The filter unit (3) Use air pressure only, to clean the various ori-
should be replaced every 24,000 miles. fices or channels.
When checking parts removed from the carburetor, (4) Replace questionable parts with NEW ONES.
it is at times difficult to be sure they are satsfactory
for further service. It is therefore recommended that. CLEANING CARBURETOR PARTS
in such case, new parts be installed.
The recommended solvent for gum deposits is de-
natured alcohol which is easily obtainable. However,
there are other commercial solvents which may be
used with satisfactory results.
The choke diaphragm can be damaged by solvents.
Avoid placing the diaphragm assembly in ANY liquid.
Clean the external surfaces with a clean cloth or a
soft wire brush. Shake dirt or other foreign material
from the stem (plunger) side of the diaphragm. De-
pressing the stem to the retracted position, will pro-
vide an additional hole for the removal of dirt. Com-
pressed air can be used to remove loose dirt but
should not be connected to the vacuum diaphragm
fitting.
IMPORTANT: If the commercial solvent or cleaner
recommends the use of water as a rinse, it should be
”HOT.” After rinsing, all trace of water must bo
blown from the passages with air pressure. It is
further advisable to rinse all parts in clean kerosene
or gasoline to be certain no trace of moisture remains.
Never clean jets with a wire, drill, or other mechani-
cal means, because the orifices may become enlarged,
Fig. 1-Fuel System (Engine Compurtment) making the mixture too rich for proper performance.
14-2 FUEL SYSTEM 0

AUTOMATIC CHOKE-WELL TYPE (5) On air conditioned cars, tuFn air conditioning
Off.
To function properly, it is important that all parts (6) Connect ignition tachometer.
be clean and move freely. Other than an occasional (7) Insert probe of exhaust gas analyzer in the tail
cleaning, the choke requires no servicing. However, it pipe as far as possible (2 ft. minimum distance).
is very important that the choke control unit work On dual exhaust cars use left side tail pipe (side
freely in the well and at the choke shaft. Move the opposite heat valve). It is very important that the
choke rod up and down to check for free movement in probe and connecting tubing be free of leaks to pre-
the pivot. If the unit binds, a new choke unit should vent erroneous readings. If a garage exhaust system
be installed. The well type choke is serviced as an is used to conduct the exhaust gases away, a plenum
assembly. Do not attempt to repair or change the chamber or other means must be used to reduce
setting, unless authorized by service literature. vacuum of the exhaust system to 1/2 inch water or
Changes of the choke materially affect summer tem- less.
perature cold starting and seldom are a satisfactory (8) Connect exhaust gas analyzer, warm up and
correction of driveability problems, which are gen- calibrate according to manufacturer’s instructions.
erally associated with carburetors or vacuum dia- (9) Place clamp on hose between distributor vacu-
phragms. um control valve and intake manifold.
When installing the well type choke unit, be certain (10) Set the idle speed to specified value for the
that the coil housing does not contact the sides of the specific engine-transmission combination as follows:
well in the exhaust manifold. Any contact at this
point will affect choke operation. DO NOT lubricate IMPORTANT: When adjusting mixture screws to
any parts of the choke or the control unit. This causes obtain the air/fuel ratio specified for CAP, do not
an accumulation of dirt which will result in binding of turn the mixture screw more than 1/16 turn at a
the mechanism. time. The combustion analyzer is so sensitive that the
ratio must be changed by very small increments if
CLOSED CRANKCASE VENT SYSTEM accurate readings are to be obtained. The meters mad
in air/fuel ratio so that a higher reading indicates a
The closed crankcase ventilator valve is located in leaner mixture and vice versa.
the crankcase vent tube cap and is connected to the
carburetor throttle body via a rubber tube. (a) Adjust each screw 1/16 turn richer (counter-
The function of the valve is to regulate the flow of clockwise) and wait 10 seconds before reading the
unburned hydrocarbons from the crankcase and re meter.
turn them to the intake manifold. From here they (b) If necessary, repeat step “a” until meter hdi-
enter the combustion chamber and then exit via the cates a definite increase in richness (lower read-
exhaust system as completely burned exhaust prod- ing). This step is very important since the meter re-
ucts. verses its readings and indicates a richer mixture as
For servicing procedures of this valve, refer to En- the carburetor is leaned out if carburetor is set very
gine Section of this Manual. lean.
(c) When it has been established that the meter is
Idle Speed Adjustment (Curb Idle) CAP Cur- indicating a lower reading (richer mixture) when the
6urMors idle mixture screws are turned in the richer direction,
To make the idle speed adjustment on CAP carbu- proceed to adjust the carburetor to give 14.2 &/fuel
retors, secure an accurate ignition tachometer and a ratio, turning the screws counterclockwise (richer) to
Sun Electric Combustion-Vacuum Unit, Model 80, Ex- lower the meter reading and clockwise (leaner) to in-
haust Condenser, Model EC, and Hose 669-14 or crease the meter reading.
equivalent. (The above analyzer is recommended; (d) If the idle speed changes as the mixture screws
however, other reliable makes of analyzers in good are turned, adjust the speed to the specified value
condition may be used.) Proceed as follows: and readjust the mixture as required so that 14.2
(1) Engine running at normal operating tempera- &/fuel ratio is obtained at the specified idle speed.
ture, and timing checked to the specifications shown (e) If the idle is rough, the screws may be adjusted
in the Electrical Group. independently to achieve a smooth idle, provided the
(2) Air Cleaner installed. &/fuel ratio is held to the 14.2 value.
(3) Six cylinder engines only-turn headlights on (11) Remove clamp from distributor vacuum valve
high beam position. hose. If idle speed changes materially, check and set
(4) Automatic transmissions in neutral position (not valve as described under “Distributor Vacuum Con-
in park position). trol Valve Adjustment.”
0 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS 14-3
(6) Set basic ignition timing to manufacturers
specifications*. The curb idle speed must be at speci-
fied rpm before timing is adjusted.
(7) Adjust carburetor to obtain specified engine
speed and exhaust emission level. The distributor
vacuum must be below 6 in. of mercury at curb idle.
(8) Remove clamps from vacuum tubes and re-
connect vacuum tube to distributor. Remove vacuum
valve cover (Fig. 2).
SCREW .
ADJUSTING
(9) Speed engine up to 2000 rpm in neutral and
hold speed for approximately 5 seconds. Release
~ A C U ~UNIT
COVER
M
I NN705 throttle and observe distributor vacuum. When throttle
is released, distributor vacuum should increase to
Fig. 2-Disfribvtor Vacuum Control Vulve Adjustmen)
above 16 inches of mercury and remain there for a
minimum of 1 second. The distributor vacuum must
DISTRIBUTOR VACUUM CONTROL VALVE fall below 6 inches of mercury within 3 seconds after
ADJUSTMENT throttle is released.
(10) Adjust valve if necessary. Turning spring end
To adjust the control valve, (Fig. 2), proceed as adjusting screw counterclockwise will increase time
follows: the distributor vacuum remains above 6 inches of
(1) Connect a tachometer to engine and warm mercury after throttle is released. One turn of ad-
engine up to normal operating temperature. justing screw will change valve setting by approxi-
(2) Connect a vacuum gauge (0-30 in. mercury) to mately 1/2 inch of mercury. If valve cannot be ad-
distributor vacuum tube. The tee should have same justed to specifications described in Step No. 9, re
inside diameter as distributor vacuum tube. place valve (Fig.2).
(3) If carburetor is equipped with a dash pot, ad- (11) Replace vacuum valve cover. Reset carburetor
just it so that it does not contact throttle lever at dash pot (if so equipped) and check valve perform-
curb idle. ance as outlined in Step No. 9. If distributor vacuum
(4) Clamp closed vacuum tube that connects vacu- does not fall below 6 inches of mercury within 4
um valve to manifold vacuum. seconds after throttle is released, readjust or replace
(5) Remove distributor vacuum tube at distributor dash pot.
and clamp tube closed. * Refer t o Distributor Specifications, Electrical Group.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
POOR IDLING (a) Idle air bleed carbonized or of in- (a) Disassemble carburetor. Then, use
correct size. compressed air to clear idle bleed
after soaking it in a suitable solvent.
(b) Idle discharge holes plugged or (b) Disassemble carburetor. Then, use
gummed. compressed air to clear idle discharge
holes after soaking main and throttle
bodies in a suitable solvent.
(c) Throttle body carbonized or worn (c) Disassemble carburetor. Check throt-
throttle shaft. tle valve shaft for wear. If excessive
wear is apparent, replace throttle
body assembly.
(d) Damaged or worn idle mixture (d) Replace throttle body assembly.
needle.
(e) Low grade fuel or incorrect float (e) Test fuel level in carburetor. Adjust
level. as necessary to obtain correct float
level.
(f) Loose main body to throttle body (f) Tighten main body to throttle body
screws. screws securely to prevent air leaks.
(gl Worn or corroded needle valve and (@ Clean and inspect needle valve and
seat. seat. If found to be in questionable
condition, replace assembly. Then,
test fuel pump pressure. Refer to
Specifications for correct fuel pump
pressure.
14-4 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS 0

Condition Possible Cause Correction


POOR ACCELERATION (a) Accelerator pump piston (or plunger) lisassemble carburetor. Replace ac-
leather too hard, worn, or loose on :elerator pump assembly if leather is
stem. lard, cracked or worn. Test follow-up
spring for compression.
Faulty accelerator pump discharge lisassemble carburetor. Use com-
ball. iressed air to clean discharge nozzle
md channels after soaking main body
n a suitable solvent. Test fuel pump
:apacity.
;aulty accelerator pump inlet check lisassemble carburetor. Check ac-
)all. :elerator pump inlet, check ball for
ioor seat or release. If part is faulty,
*eplace.
(d) IIncorrect fuel or float level. rest fuel or float level in carburetor.
4djust as necessary to obtain correct
'loat leveI.
(e) Norn accelerator pump and throttle lisassemble carburetor. Replace worn
I inkage. 3ccelerator pump and throttle linkage
ind measure for correct position.
(f) Manifold heat valve sticking. Free up manifold heat control valve,
ising recommended solvent.
CARBURETOR FLOODS (a), Cracked body. Disassemble carburetor. Replace
OR LEAKS racked body. Make sure main to
throttle body screws are tight
(b) Faulty body gaskets. Disassemble carburetor. Replace de-
i
Fective gaskets and test for leakage.
Be sure screws are tightened se-
curely.
High float level. Test fuel level in carburetor. Make
necessary adjustment to obtain cor-
rect float level.
Worn needle valve and seat Clean and inspect needle valve and
seat. If found to be in a questionable
Icondition, replace complete assembly
and test fuel pump pressure. Refer
to specifications for correct fuel pump
pressure.
(e) Excessive fuel pump pressure. Test fuel pump pressure. If pressure
is in excess of recommended pres-
sure (refer to Specifications), replace
fuel pump.
POOR PERFORMANCE (a) Restricted air cleaner. Remove and clean air cleaner or re-
MIXTURE TOO RICH place element.
(b) Leaking float. Disassemble carburetor. Replace
leaking float. Test float level and cor-
rect as necessary, to proper level.
(C) High float level. Adjust float level as necessary to se-
cure proper level.
(d) Excessive fuel pump pressure. Test fuel pump pressure. Refer to
specifications for recommended pres-
sure. If pressure is in excess of
recommended pressure, replace fuel
pump assembly.
(e) Worn metering j e t Disassemble carburetor. Replace
worn metering jet, using a new jet of
the correct size and type.
CARBURETOR MIX- (a) Air leak bypassingcarburetor. Repair.
TURES LEAN
ENGINE RUNS EXCESSIVELY RICH AFTER COLD START
CHOKE SYSTEM RICH (a) Choke thermostat adjustment richer (a) Correct
than specified.
0 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS 14-5
Condition Possible Cause Correction
(b) Choke thermostat distorted rich by (b) Replace, since this problem can be
overheating. corrected by use of proper choke
assembly.
(c) Choke vacuum diaphragm inoperative (c) Correct or replace.
or misadjusted.
(d) Choke vacuum passage blocked or (d) Correct.
leaking.
CARBURETOR RICH (a) Incorrect gasket or gasket installation (a) Replace or correct.
between carburetor and intake mani-
fold.
EXCESSIVE STALLS AFTER COLD START
(a) Choke System Lean. (a) Check items under “Pooor Starting-
Choke Valve Fails to Close.”
(b) Choke vacuum diaphragm adjust- (b) Adjust to specifications.
ment lean.
ENGINE OUTPUT LOW (a) Fast idle speed low. (a) Adjust to specification.
(b) Fast idle cam position adjustment (b) Adjust to Specifications.
incorrect.
(c) Engine lubrication oil of incorrect (c) Recommend No. 5W-20.
viscosity.
CARBURETOR LEAN (a) Curb idle set very lean. (CAP Carbs.) (a) Adjust to CAP Specifications.
(b) Air leak bypassing the carburetor. (b) Repair.
POOR COLD ENGINE STARTING
INCORRECT PROCEDURE (a) Throttle must be opened to free (a) Instruct owner.
choke system. Best position for all
temperatures and all conditions is
1/3 open. Standard Carburetors Only.
CAP Carburetors require special pro-
cedures. (See Owners Manual.)
CHOKE VALVE FAILS TO (a) Choke thermostat adjustment leaner (a) Adjust.
CLOSE than specified.
(b) Choke thermostat corroded such that (b) Replace assembly.
it has cracked and distorted lean.
(c) Choke linkage, shaft or related parts (c) Repair, clean or replace.
corroded, bent or dirty such that the
system is not entirely free to move
from the open to the closed position.
(d) Choke valve improperly seated. (d) Reseat valve.
(e) Air cleaner interferes with choke (e) Rotate cleaner to correct position, in-
shaft or linkage. struct owner.
(f) Air cleaner gasket interferes with (f) Reinstall gasket properly.
choke valve or linkage.
LOW ENGINE OUTPUT (a) Engine lubricating oil or incorrect (a) Recommended 5W-20.
(lO°F or lower) viscosity.
(b) Valve lash incorrect (b) Readjust.
(c) Choke thermostat adjustment incor- (c) Adjust to correct setting.
rect, rich.
ENGINE RUNS LEAN, FIRST HALF MILE
CHOKE LEAN (a) Check items under (Poor Starting). (a) See “Choke Valve Fails to Close.”
(b) Diaphragm adjustment lean. (b) Readjust to specification.
ENGINE RUNS LEAN AFTER HALF MILE
ENGINE HEAT (a) Heat valve stuck open. (a) Free with solvent.
INSUFFICI ENT (b) Heat valve thermostat distorted. (b) Replace thermostat.
(c) Heat valve failed within exhaust See (c) Replace heat valve.
engine section for proper diagnosis.
(d) Water temperature sub-normal. (d) Check thermostat
14-6 FUEL SYSTEM-BBS 0

BBS SERIES CARBURETOR


INDEX
Page Page
Automatic Choke (well type) ................... 2 Dash Pot Adjustment ....................... 14
Carburetor Adjustments ....................... 11 Checking the Float Setting (On the Vehicle) ..... 14
Accelerator Pump and Bowl Vent ............. 11 Cleaning Carburetor Parts ..................... 1
Choke Vacuum Kick ......................... 11 Closed Crankcase Vent System ................ 2
Fast Idle Cam Position ...................... 11 Disassembling the Carburetor ..................
General Information ...........................
7
Fast Idle Speed (On the Vehicle) ............. 12 6
Choke Unloader (Wide Open Kick) ........... 12 Inspection and Reassembly .................... 8
Idle Speed Adjustment ...................... 13 Specifications ................................. 77

GENERAL INFOR MAT10N The dash pot (used only on manual transmission
and C.A.P. equipped vehicles) is mounted on the car-
The Standard Ball and Ball single throat carburetor buretor air horn attaching screws and retards the re-
models BBS4286S and BBS-4287S are used on the 170 turn of the throttle to idle position. The proper ad-
cu. in. engine when the vehicles are equipped with a justment of the dash pot is very important! (See
manual or automatic transmission respectively. The Carburetor Adjustments.)
BBS4173S is used as above but with a Taxi applica- Since the service procedures are identical on all
tion. (See Specifications)(Fig. 1.) BBS carburetors, the illustrations showing the various
The Special (CAP-Cleaner Air Package) Ball and disassembly procedures will not always show any one
Ball single throat carburetor models BBS-4302S and specific carburetor.
BBS-4303S are used on the 170 cu. in. engine when The spring staged choke, (Fig. 1) is a device in-
the vehicles are equipped with a manual or automatic corporated in the choke mechanism which limits
transmission respectively. (See specifications) (Fig. 2.) the choke blade closing torque when cranking the
CARBURETOR MODEL SPRING STAGED CHOKE
IDENTIFICATION TAG

CHOKE VACUU

ACCELERATOR PUMP
PLUNGER STEM

BOWL VENT VALVE

OKE O P E R A T I N G 1
LINK
MAIN BODY

FUEL INLET NEEDLE


SEAT AND GASKET

SPEED ADJUSTING SCREW (CURB IDLE)


IDLE MIXTURE
ADJUSTING SCREW SCREW
NK64l A

Fig. 1-Carburetor Assembly ( B B S 4 1 7 3 5 , B B S 4 2 8 6 S ond B B S 4 2 8 7 S )


0 BBS-FUEL SYSTEM 14-7

CHOKE VALVE
CHOKE VALVE
ACCELERATOR PUMP

ACCELERATOR PUMP SPRING STAGED

BOWL VENT

CHOKE VACUUM

FUEL INLET NEEDLE


SEAT AND GASKET
THROTTLE BOD CHOKE OPERATING

IDLE MIXTURE
ADJUSTING SCREW

DO NOT REMOVE CARBURETOR IDENTIFICATION CURB IDLE SPEED


TAG (GREEN-CAP CARBURETORS) ADJUSTING SCREW
NN77O

Fig. 2-Carburetor Assembly (BBS4302S and BBS4303S)


engine at temperatures below zero. Thus the spring starting mixture requirements at the low temper-
staging of the choke is a better match for the engine’s atures.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
DISASSEMBLING THE CARBURETOR (Fig. 3). Lift air horn up and away from main body.
Discard gasket.
To disassemble the carburetor for cleaning or over- (8) Disengage accelerator pump plunger from
haul, (Figs, 1 or 2),proceed as follows: rocker arm, by pushing up on bottom of plunger and
(1)Place carburetor assembly on repair block, Tool sliding plunger shaft off hook. Slide plunger out of air
C-3225. horn and remove bowl vent valve, spring seat and
(2)Remove hairpin clip and disengage accelerator spring. If old plunger can be used again, or if a new
pump operating rod. plunger is to be installed, place plunger in a jar of
(3)Remove vacuum hose between carburetor main clean gasoline or kerosene to prevent leather from
body and vacuum diaphragm. drying out.
(4) Remove clip from choke operating link and (9) Remove fuel inlet needle valve, seat and gasket
disengage link from diaphragm plunger (stem) and from main body.
choke lever. (Fig. 1). (10)Lift out float fulcrum pin retainer, then lift out
(5)Remove vacuum diaphragm and bracket assem- floats and fulcrum pin.
bly and place to one side to be cleaned as a special (11)Remove step-up piston retaining screw, and
item. A liquid cleaner may damage diaphragm mate- slide step-up piston and rod out of well, (Fig. 4).
rial. Now lift out the step-up piston spring. Remove step-
(6) Remove air horn retaining screws. Remove up piston gasket from bottom of the well.
dash pot (if so equipped). (12)Remove main metering jet and gasket (Fig. 5).
(7) Tilt air horn toward throttle lever far enough to (13)Unscrew and remove idle orifice tube (Fig. 6).
disengage fast idle cam link from the fast idle cam, (14)Invert carburetor and drop out accelerator
148 FUEL SYSTEM-BBS

ORIFICE TUBE

FAST IDLE CAM

Fig. 3 4 m o v l n g or Installing Air Horn Fig. &Removing or Installing Idle Orifice Tuba
as this screw has limited travel and will be broken if
STEP-UP PISTON removed.
The carburetor now has been disassembled into
STEP-UP WIRE
three main units; air horn, main body and throttle
body and the component parts of each disassembled
as f a r as necessary for cleaning and inspection.
It is usually not advisable to remove the throttle
shaft or valve from the throttle body, unless wear or
damage necessitates the installation of new parts.
TEP-UP PETON
M OF CYLINDER) INSPECTION AND REASSEMBLY
NK643
Thrortle Body
Fig. &Removing or Insfalling Step-up Piston (1) Check throttle shaft for excessive wear in the
throttle body. If wear is extreme, it is recom-
pump check balls from their respective seats. mended that throttle body assembly be replaced
(15)Using Tool T109-43 plug remover, remove ac- rather than installing a new shaft in the old body.
celerator pump jet plug. Using Tool T109-59T,r e During manufacture, location of idle transfer port
move accelerator pump jet, (Fig. 7). and spark advance control ports to the throttle valve
ACCELERATOR PUMP INLET CHECK BALL
(AT BOTTOM OF PUMP CYLINDER)

ACCELERATOR PUMP JE
NK646

fig. 5--R.movtng or Installing Main Motoring Jot fig. I - R m o v i n g or Installing Amlorator Pump Jot
0 BBS-FUEL SYSTEM 14-9
is carefully established for one particular assembly.
See (Fig. 8).
If a new shaft should be installed in an old, worn
throttle body, it would be very unlikely that the origi-
nal relationship of the ports to the valve would be
obtained. Changing the relationship of the valve to
the ports would adversely af€ect normal car opera-
tion between the speeds of 15 and 30 miles per hour.
If a new shaft or valve is to be installed, adhere to
the following instructions:
(2) Mark position of throttle valve in bore, so that
it can be reinstalled in the same position.
(3) Remove screws that hold throttle valve to shaft,
then slide valve out of bore.
CAUTION: These screws are staked on the opposite
side and care should be used at removal so as not to
break off in the shaft. Fig. 9-lnstalling Accelerator Pump Discharge
(4) Slide throttle shaft out of throttle body. and Intake Check Balls
(5) Install new throttle shaft and lever (or new
emitted from either intake or discharge passage,
valve).
(6) Install NEW screws but do not tighten. Hold
(Fig. 10).
If any fuel does emit from either passage, it indi-
valve in place, with fingers pressing on high side of cates the presence of dirt or a damaged check ball.
valve. Tap valve lightly with a screwdriver to seat Clean the passage again and repeat test. If leakage is
in throttle bore. Now tighten screws securely and still evident, install a NEW check ball. The fuel inlet
stake by squeezing with pliers. check ball is located at the bottom of the plunger
(7) Turn idle mixture screw lightly agahst its
well.
seat with fingers. Back off 1 to 2 turns, for approxi-
(4) Install accelerator pump jet, (Fig. 7). Tighten
mate adjustment. Do Not Use a Screwdriver. securely, using Tool T109-59T. Install a new plug and
Main Body drive tightly in place.
(1) Install accelerator pump discharge and intake (5) Install idle orifice tube, (Fig. 6). Tighten se-
check balls in t h d r respective passages, (Fig. 9). curely.
To check accelerator pump system; fuel inlet and (6) Install main metering jet and gasket, (Fig. 5).
discharge check balls proceed as follows: Tighten securely.
(2) Pour clean gasoline into carburetor bowl, ap- (7) Before installing step-up piston, be sure step-up
proximately 1/2 inch deep. Remove pump plunger rod is able to move freely each side of vertical posi-
from jar of gasoline and slide down into pump cylin- tion, (Fig. 11). The stepup rod must be straight and
der. Raise plunger and press lightly on plunger shaft smooth.
to expel air from pump passage. BRASS ROD (PRESS D O W N NO FUEL TO BE EMITTED FROM
/PUMP DISCHARGE PASSAGE
TO SEAT BALL)
(3) Using a small clean brass rod, hold discharge
check ball down firmly on its seat. Again raise
plunger and press downward. No fuel should be
IDLE TRANSFER PORT SPARK ADVANCE IDLE SPEED

FAST IDLE SPEED


ADJUSTING SCREW APPROXIMATELY i / 2 INCH -.. 64 x 274
OF FUEL I N THE BOWL
VENT HOLE 64 x 272

fig. IO-htlng Accelercrtor Pump Intake and


Fig. 8-Ports in Relation t o Throttle Valve Discharge Check Balls
14-10 FUEL SYSTEM-BBS
e'g
APPLY PRESSURE TO RETAINER
TO SEAT FULCRUM PIN
TO CH
FLOATS AT CROWN
0

WIRE

Fig. 1 1-Stepup Piston Wire fm Pluy

(8) Slide step-up piston gasket down into position in


=\ T GAUGE

MAIN h D Y INVERTED
piston well, then install step-up piston spring and
step-up piston and rod (Fig. 4). Install retaining screw
and tighten securely. Carefully guide step-up rod Fig. 12-Checking flour W i n g
into main metering j e t Be sure step-up piston slides setting which will affect correct level of fuel in tho
freely in its cylinder. A step-up piston stuck in UP bowl. After being compressed, the tip is very slow to
position will cause a rich mixture at part throttle, recover its original shape. Recheck as described in
whereas a piston stuck in DOWN position will cause step 4 above.
a lean mixture at wide open throttle and poor accelera- I t is very important that the float lip ba porpmdlcu-
tion. Iar to the needle or slanted not more than 10 dog-
away from the n d l e when the float is set correctly,
Checking H o d Setting (5) Place a new gasket on throttle body and posi-
The carburetors are equipped with a synthetic tion main body making sure they are aligned.
rubber tipped fuel inlet needle. The needle tip is a Air Horn
rubber material which is not af€ected by gasoline and Check freedom of choke mechanism in the air
is stable over a wide range of temperatures. The tip is horn. The shaft must float free to operate correctly.
flexible enough to make a good seal on the needle seat. (1) Assemble pump plunger, spring and spring seat
The use of the new inlet needle requires a new and slide plunger shank through opening in air horn.
procedure in adjusting the float setting. Care should Install bowl vent cap over plunger shank, then engage
be taken to perform this operation accurately in order with pump rocker arm. (On the BBS-4173S carbu-
to secure the best performance and fuel economy. retor, be sure hairpin clip is in upper position on
To correctly set the float height, when the carbu- plunger rod; in the lower position on BBS-4286,
retor is being overhauled, proceed as follows: 43023 and 4303s carburetors and the middle posi-
(1) Install floats with fulcrum pin and pin retainer tion on BBS-4287S.)
in main body. (2) Place a new gasket on main body, then in-
(2) Install needle, seat and gasket in body and stall air horn by tilting air horn, (Fig. 3), in order to
tighten securely. engage fast idle link with fast idle cam After engag-
(3) Invert main body so that weight of floats only, ing link, slowly lower air horn and at same time
is forcing needle against seat. Hold finger against guide accelerator plunger into its well.
retainer to fully seat fulcrum pin. (3) Install air horn attaching screws. Tighten se-
(4) Using Tool T109-282, T109-220; or a T scale, curely.
check float, (Fig. 12). There should be 1/4 or 9/32 (4) Install accelerator pump operating rod and se-
inch (Taxi) (depending on carburetor. Refer to cure with hairpin clip. Normal operation of accel-
Specifications), from surface of fuel bowl to crown erator pump is obtained by installing pump rod in
of each float at center. center hole of throttle of throttle arm. (BBS-4287S
If an adjustment is necessary, bend the lip of float carburetor only.) (On the BBS-4173S carburetor,
lever either in or out until correct setting has been be sure pump rod is in short stroke hole of throttle
obtained. arm.) On the BBS-4286S, BBS-4302S and BBS-4303S
CAUTION: Do not attempt to change the netting install rod in the long stroke or outer hole.
without m o v i n g the float, as the synthetic rubber Choke Vacuum Diaphragm
tip can be compressed sufnciently to cause a falw Inspect the vacuum diaphragm fitting to be sure
0 BBS-FUEL SYSTEM 14-11
that the passage is not plugged with foreign material. E VALVE WIDE OPEN
Leak test diaphragm to determine if it has internal
DRILL OR GAUGE
leaks. To do this, depress diaphragm stem, then place INSERTED BETWEEN
a finger over fitting to seal opening. Release stem. If LVE AND SEAT
stem moves more than 1/16 inch in 10 (ten) seconds,
leakage is excessive and the assembly must be re-
placed.
Install the diaphragm on the carburetor as follows:
(1) Place diaphragm on mounting surface. Install
and tighten attaching screws securely.
(2) Install choke operating link in position be-
tween the diaphragm plunger (stem) and choke lever.
Install clip to secure.
(3) Inspect rubber hose for cracks before placing it
on correct carburetor fitting. Do not connect vacuum
hose to diaphragm fitting until after vacuum kick ad-
justment has been made. (See Carburetor Adjust- Fig. 13-Che~king Bowl Vent Opening
ments.)
bowl vent clip, and the amount of lift of the bowl vent
rechecked and adjusted.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS The accelerator pump travel is automaticaMy taken
It is very important that the following adjustments care of when the bowl vent is properly adjusted.
be made on a reconditioned carburetor, and in the
sequence listed: Fast fdle Speed and Cam Positton
Adjustment
Accelerator Pump and Bowl Vent The fast idle engine speed adjustment should be
When assembling the accelerator pump to the air made on the vehicle, as described in the Fast Idle
horn, note that the hairpin clip (which opens the bowl Speed Adjustment (On the Vehicle) Paragraph. How-
vent) can be placed in any one of three positioning ever, the Fast Idle Cam Position Adjustment can be
notches. These notches correspond to the long, medi- made on the bench. This adjustment is important to
um and short pump stroke holes in the throttle lever. assure that the speeds of each cam step occur at the
@efer to Air Horn Paragraph for correct position proper time during engine warm-up. Adjust as fol-
of the pump stem clip and the pump rod for each lows:
carburetor.) (1) With fast idle speed adjusting screw contacting
The proper procedure is to adjust the amount of second highest step on fast idle cam, move choke
bowl vent opening instead of measuring and setting valve toward closed position with light pressure on
the height of the pump plunger. choke shaft lever.
To check or set the adjustment, proceed as follows: (2) Insert specified drill between choke valve and
(1) Back off idle speed adjusting screw. Open choke wall of air horn (See Specifications at rear of Fuel
valve, so that when throttle valves are closed, fast System Group).
idle adjusting screw will not contact fast idle cam. (3) If an adjustment is necessary, bend fast idle rod
(2) Be sure pump operating rod is in the correct at upper angle, using Tool T109-213, until correct
stroke hole in throttle lever, and that bowl vent clip valve opening has been obtained. (Fig. 14).
on pump stem is in proper location.
(3) Close throttle valves tightly. It should be just Vacuum Kick Adjustment-(This test can be
possible to insert a 1/16 inch drill (.060) between made ON or OFF the vehicle.)
bowl vent and air horn, (Fig. 13). The choke diaphragm adjustment controls the fuel
If an adjustment is necessary, bend the pump oper- delivery while the engine is running. It positions the
ating rod, using Tool T109-213, at the lower angle, choke valve within the a i r horn by action of the link-
until correct bowl vent opening has been obtained. age between the choke shaft and the diaphragm. The
This is an important adjustment, since too much lift diaphragm must be energized to measure the vacuum
at the bowl vent w i l l result in considerable loss in low kick adjustment. Use either a distributor test machine
speed fuel economy. with a vacuum source, or vacuum supplied by another
Remember that if the pump operating rod is moved vehicle. Adjust as follows:
to either the short or long stroke position, a corres- (1) If adjustment is to be made with engine running,
ponding change must be made in the location of the back off fast idle speed screw until choke can be
14-12 FUEL SYSTEM-BBS 0

(4) An adjustment w i l l be necessary if a slight drag


LIGHT CLOSING PRESSURE is not obtained as drill is being removed. Shorten or
AGAINST CHOKE VALVE
lengthen diaphragm link to obtain correct choke
opening. Length changes should be made carefully
ND FAST IDLE by bending (open or closing) the bend provided in
LINK AT ANGLE diaphragm link. CAUTION: DO NOT APPLY TWIST-
R ADJUSTMENT
ING OR BENDING FORCE TO DIAPHRAGM.
(5) Reinstall vacuum hose on correct carburetor
fitting. Return fast idle screw to its origianl location
if disturbed as suggested in Step No.1.
FAST IDLE SPEED (6) Make following check. With no vacuum applied
JUSTING SCREW ON to diaphragm, the CHOKE VALVE SHOULD MOVE
HE SECOND HIGHEST
STEP OF THE FAST
FREELY between open and closed positions. If move-
ment is not free, examine linkage for misalignment
or interferences caused by bending operation. Re=
peat adjustment if necessary to provide proper link
Fig. 14--fur) Idle Cum Poshion Adjustment operation.
closed to the kick position with engine at curb idle. Choke Unloader (Wide Open Kick)
(Note number of screw turns required so that fast The choke unloader is a mechanical device to
idle can be returned to original adjustment). If an partially open the choke valve at wide open throttle.
auxiliary vacuum source is to be used, open throttle It is used to eliminate choke enrichment during crank-
valve (engine not running) and move choke to closed ing of an engine. Engines which have been flooded or
position. Release throttle first, then release choke. stalled by excessive choke enrichment can be cleared
(2) When using an auxiliary vacuum source, dis- by use of the unloader. Adjust the choke unloader
connect vacuum hose from carburetor and connect it as follows:
to hose from vacuum supply with a small length of (1) Hold throttle valve in wide open position. In-
tube to act as a fitting. Removal of hose from dia- sert specified drill (see Specifications) between upper
phragm may require forces which damage the system. edge of choke valve and inner wall of air horn.
Apply a vacuum of 10 or more inches of mercury. (2) With a finger lightly pressing against valve, a
(3) Insert specified drill (refer to Specifications) be- slight drag should be felt as drill is being with-
tween choke valve and wall of air horn (Fig. 15). drawn. If an adjustment is necessary, bend unloader
Apply sufficient closing pressure on lever to which tang on throttle lever until correct opening has been
choke rod attaches to provide a minimum choke valve obtained. (Fig. 16.)
opening without distortion of diaphragm link. Note
that the cylindrical stem of diaphragm will extend as Fast ldle Speed Adlustment (On Vehicle)
internal spring is compressed. This spring must be Fast idle engine speed is used to overcome cold
fully compressed for proper measurement of vacuum v LIGHT CLOSING
kick adjustment. PRESSURE AGAINST
CHOKE VALVE
CLOSING PRESSURE a /
AGAINST CHOKE

A MINIMUM OF \
10 INCHES OF VACUUM
REQUIRED ON DIAPHRAGM

-
ND THROTTLE
EVER TANG
THROllLE AT ADJUST
WIDE OPEN Ill K
P

NN774

Fig. 164h ecki n g Choke U n l d e r W i n g


Fig. 15-Vucuum Kick Adlurtment (Wide Open Kick)
0 BBS-FUEL SYSTEM 14-13
engine friction, stalls after cold starts and stalls be- mixtures, make sure that the basic timing and the
cause of carburetor icing. Set this adjustment after distributor control valve are correctly adjusted, as
the vehicle odometer indicates over 500 miles to outlined under Idle Speed Adjustment (Curb Idle)
insure a normal engine friction level. Prepare engine CAP Carburetors.
by driving at least 5 miles. Connect a tachometer and
set the curb idle speed and mixture, then proceed as
follows:
(1) With engine off and transmission in PARK or
d
Spring Staged Choke Ad usiment
To check the spring stage choke for correct oper-
ating clearance, (Fig. 18),then proceed as follows:
NEUTRAL position, open throttle slightly. (1) Push on hub lever with finger, at closed choke
(2) ON STANDARD CARBURETORS, close choke position. A small opening should exist between shaft
valve about 20" (degrees),then allow throttle to close. and hub levers, (Fig. 18).
The fast idle speed screw should rest on the slowest- (2) Using a drill or gauge, measure opening. The
speed step of fast idle cam (Fig. 17). opening should be from .010to .040 inches.
(3) ON C.A.P. CARBURETORS, close choke valve (3) If an adjustment is necessary, bend hub lever
until fast idle screw can be positioned on second tang until correct opening has been obtained.
highest-speed step of fast idle cam (Fig. 17).
(4) Start engine and determine stabilized speed.
ldle Speed Adjustment (Curb Idle)
Turn fast idle speed screw in or out to secure speci- (Standard Carburetors)
fied speed. (See Specifications.) To make the idle speed adjustment, the engine
(5) Stopping engine between adjustments is not must be thoroughly warmed up. A much more reli-
necessary. However, reposition fast idle speed m e w able idle adjustment can usually be obtained if the
on cam after each speed adjustment to provide correct car has been driven a minimum of five miles. For the
throttle closing torque. best results, it is recommended that a tachometer be
Special Note: CAP Equipped Vehicles used in this adjustment. (Before making the idle
Before adjusting idle and/or fast idle speeds and speed adjustment, observe the following precautions:)
FAST IDLE SPEED
CHOKE VALVE Because the alternator can charge at idle speed
ADJUSTING SCREW ON and impose a load on the engine, the headlights should
SLOWEST SPEED STEP be turned On (High Beam) when adjusting the six
OF THE CAM LEVER TANG cylinder engines. Check all linkages to insure reliable
return to idle. The transmission linkage can be dis-
connected if desired.
To make the idle speed adjustment, proceed as
FAST IDLE
CAM
follows:
(1) Turn idle speed screw in or out to obtain 550
r.p.m. (Be sure that choke valve is fully open and that
fast idle adjusting screw is not contacting cam.)
(2) Adjust idle mixture screw to obtain highest
r.p.m. While making adjustment, carefully watch
BEND HUB LEVER
STANDARD CARBURETORS CHOKE VALVE TANG FOR
ADJUSTMENT i
FAST IDLE SPEED (SEE FI(
ADJUSTING SCREW ON
SECOND HIGHEST STEP h
OF FAST IDLE CA SHAFT /HUB LEVER
LEVERJ

CAP CARBURETORS NN77


NN776

Fig. Il-Fast Idle Speed Adjustment (On Vehlck) Fig. I8-Spring Staged Choke Adjustmont
14-14 FUEL SYSTEM-HOLLEY 0

tachometer and notice that speed can be decreased by main body to throttle body. Tighten screws securely.
turning screw in either direction from setting that (3) Remove remaining air horn screws, then tilt air
gave highest r.p.m. reading. horn far enough to disengage fast idle cam linEt from
(3) From highest idle speed setting, turn mixture fast idle cam. Remove air horn and gasket.
screw clockwise (leaner) until speed starts to drop. Check float setting as follows:
Turn screw in opposite direction (counter-clockwise) (4) Seat float fulcrum pin by pressing on fulcrum
just far enough to recover speed that was lost. pin retainer.
This procedure will assure that the idle has been There should be enough fuel in the bowl to raise
set the leanest mixture possible for smooth idle. This flat so that lip bears firmly against needle. Addi-
setting is very important. tional fuel may be admitted by slightly depressing
Since the correct speed was originally set using the float. If the fuel pressure in line is insufficient to
speed screw, the speed obtained after finding the force additional fuel into the bowl, add the necessary
leanest smooth idle setting will probably be too fast. fuel from a clean container.
(4) Readjust Speed screw to obtain correct idle CAUTION: Since the manifolds may be hot, it is dan-
speed. Repeat steps 2 and 3 above. gerous to spill fuel on these surfaces. Therefon, tako
the necessary precautions to avoid spillage.
DASHPOT SETTlNG AND ADJUSTMENT- (5) With only pressure of buoyant float holding
C.A.P. CARBURETOR float lip against inlet needle, check float setting, using
Tool T109-239 or a “T” scale. There should be 1/4
(Manual Transmission Only) inch from surface of bowl (gasket removed) to crown
With the curb idle speed and mixture properly set of floats at center (9/32” on certain Carburetors).
and a tachometer installed, position the throttle lever If an adjustment is necessary, hold the float on the
so that the actuating tab on the lever is contacting the bottom of the bowl, then bend the float lip toward or
stem of the dashpot but not depressing it. The ta- away from the needle. Recheck the 1/4 inch setting
chometer should read 2000 rpm if the setting is cor- again, then repeat the lip bending operation as
rect. To adjust the setting if necessary, screw the required.
dashpot in or out as required. When the desired CAUTION: When bending the float lip, do not allow
setting is obtained, tighten the lock nut on the dash- the lip to push against the needle as the tip can k
pot against the bracket. compressed sufficiently to cause a false setting whlch
will affect correct level of the fuel in the bowl.
CHECKING THE FLOAT SETTING After being compressed, the tip is very slow to
recover its original shape.
(On the Vehicle) It is very important that the float lip be perpen-
To check the float setting with the carburetor dicular to the needle or slanted not more than 10
mounted on the vehicle, proceed as follows: degrees away from the needle when the float is cor-
(1) Remove accelerator pump operating rod. rectly set.
(2) Remove two long air horn attaching screws (6) Reassemble air horn as described previously.
and two short screws, then install two short screws To set the idle speed on C.A.P. vehicles, refer to
in place of two long screws removed. This will hold the Fuel System General Information Paragraph.

HOLLEY MODEL NO. 1920


SERIES CARBURETOR
INDEX
Page page
Automatic Choke (well type) ................... 2 Dashpot Adjustment ......................... 21
Carburetor Adjustments ........................ 19 Cleaning Carburetor Parts ..................... 1
Accelerator Pump and Bowl Vent ............ 21 Closed Crankcase Vent System ................ 2
Choke Vacuum Kick ......................... 19 Disassembling the Carburetor .................. 15
Fast Idle Cam Position ...................... 19 General Information ........................... 14
Fast Idle Speed (On the Vehicle) ............. 20 Inspection and Reassembly .................... 17
Idle Speed Adjustment ......................
20 Specifications ................................. 79
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Standard Holley carburetor models R-3275A the vehicles are equipped with a manual transmission.
and R-3279A are used on the 225 cu. in. engine, when The Holley carburetor models R3276A and R=
0 HOLLEY-FUEL SYSTEM 14-15

ECONOMIZER
DIAPHRAGM COVER

CHOKE CONNECTOR

CHOKE VACUUM
DIAPHRAGM

ACCELERATOR PUMP
OPERATING LINK

CHOKE VACUUM -
HOSE

CLOSED CRANKCASE c.
VENT TUBE FITTING
ADVANCE TUBE F l l l l N G

FAST IDLE
ADJUSTING SCREW

THROTTLE LEVER
ADJUSTING SCREW NN736A

Fig. I-Carburetor Assembly (R4275A, R=3276A, R 4 2 7 9 A and R 4 2 8 0 A )


3280A are used on the 225 cu. in. engine, when the main metering system, the power enrichment system
vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission. and the accelerating pump system.
(Fig. 1). Special (CAP-Cleaner Air Package) Holley The choke valve located in the bore of the carbu-
carburetor models R-3671A and R-3673A are used on retor is connected to a well-type automatic choke.
the 225 cu. in. engine, when the vehicle is equipped Additional fuel for acceleration is supplied by a
with a manual transmission. Models R-3672A and R- diaphragm type, spring driven pump. The pump is
367444 are used on the 225 cu. in. engine, when the operated by a lever connected by linkage to the
vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission. throttle shaft.
The dash pot (used only on manual transmission A power valve mounted in the metering body, actu-
equipped vehicles) is mounted on the carburetor ated by manifold vacuum, delivers the additional fuel
throttle body and retards the return of the throttle to necessary for full power and high speed operation.
idle position. The proper adjustment of the dash pot is Since the service procedures are identical on all
very important. (See Carburetor Adjustments.) (Fig. Holley carburetors, the illustrations showing the
2.) various disassembly procedures will not always show
Fuel from the bowl flows into the four basic fuel any one specific carburetor.
metering systems, which are: the idle system, the

SERVICE PROCEDURES
DlSASSEMBLl NG TH E CAR BURET0R
To disassemble the carburetor for cleaning or over- (3) Remove “E” clip from choke operating link and
hauling, (Figs. 1and 2), proceed as follows: disengage link from diaphragm plunger (stem) and
(1) Place carburetor assembly on repair stand, choke lever. (Fig. 1 or 2).
Tool C-3866, and remove dashpot (if so equipped). (4) Remove choke vacuum diaphragm and bracket
(2) Remove vacuum hose between carburetor throt- assembly and place to one side to be cleaned as a
tle body fitting and vacuum diaphragm. special item. As the vacuum diaphragm bracket is
14-16 FUEL SYSTEM-HOLLEY 0

CHOKE HUB ACCELERATOR PUMP CHOKE VALVE ACCELERATOR PUMP

SPRING STAGED

ACCELERATOR

CURB IDLE SPEED


ADJUSTING SCREW

DASH POT
(MANUAL TRANS. ONLY)

ADVANCE TUBE FITTING


IDLE LIXTURE NN753A
DISTRIBUTOR VACUUM CAP CARBURETOR
ADVANCE TUBE FITTING ADJUSTING SCREW

Fig. 2 4 a r b u r e i o r Assembly lRS47l A, RS472A, RS473A and RS474A)


being removed, the bowl vent valve rod and spring baffie out of bowl. Discard gasket. Remove float bump-
will fall out. (Fig. 3). er spring.
(5) Using a 5/8" wrench, remove fuel inlet needle (8) Using a suitable tool, remove float r e t a h h g
valve and seat. clip, then slide float off fulcrum pin.
(6) Remove economizer retaining screws, then lift (9) Remove screws that attach economizer body
economizer cover, diaphragm and stem out of carbu- and plugs, then remove economizer body (Fig. 6).
retor, (Fig. 4). (10)Tilt pump lever on its pivot until hook on
(7) Remove fuel bowl attaching screws, then re- pump diaphragm stem can be released. Slide pump
move fuel bowl, baffle and gasket, (Fig. 5). Slide diaphragm and spring out of fuel bowl. (Fig. 7).
R n W l VFNT
" V I , _
1 - 1 . 1
VENT ROD (11) Using Tool C-3748, remove main jet from
VALVE SPRING
/

'ENT

ECONOMIZER

VACUUM HOLE

DIAPHRAGM TUBE '2. CLOSED


4 FITTING NN754A VENT T NN755 A

Fig. 3-Removing or installing Bowl Vent Rod Fig. &Removing or lndarlltng Economizer
n HOLLEY-FUEL SYSTEM 14-17

FLOAT PIVOT ECONOMIZER


I BODY

VALVE LEVER

\
POWER JET

'I N JET 64x297A

Fig. 8-€conomizer Body Assembly


BAFFLE FLOAT 64x 294 cam rod.
(14) Remove idle air mixture adjusting screw and
Fig. 5-Removing or lnstalllng Fuel Bowl spring from throttle flange.
. POWER (15) Remove fast idle and curb idle speed screws

\
ECONOMIZER BODY -JB
JET
and spring from throttle lever.
(16) Remove screws that hold choke valve to choke
shaft.
(17) Lift out choke valve. Withdraw choke shaft
and lever out of carburetor.
"he carburetor assembly now has been disassem-
bled as far as necessary for cleaning and inspection. It
is usually not advisable to remove the throttle shaft
and valve from the throttle flange, unless wear or
damage necessitates the installation of new parts.

INSPECTI0 N AND REASSEMBLY


Throttle Shaft and Valve
MAIN JE? 64x295A (1) Check throttle shaft for excessive wear in body.
Fig. &Removing or Installing Economizer Body If wear is extreme, it is recommended that carburetor
assembly be replaced rather than installing a new
economizer body. (Fig. 8). shaft in old body.
(12) Using a suitable tool, remove pump lever re- During manufacture, the location of the idle trans-
taining clip. Slide lever off pivot and disengage link fer port and the spark advance control ports to the
from throttle lever. throttle valve is carefully established for one particu-
(13) Remove fast idle cam retaining screw, then lar assembly.
remove cam, and at same time, disengage fast idle If a new shaft should be installed in an old, worn
body, it would be very unlikely that the original
relationship of the ports to the valve would be ob-
tained. Changing the relationship of the valve to the
ports would adversely affect normal car operation be-
tween the speeds of 15 and 30 miles per hour. How-
ever, if it has been determined that a new shaft or
valve is to be installed, adhere to the following in-
structions:
(2) Mark position of throttle valve in bore. (The
CAP equipped valve has a small hole.)
(3) Remove screws that hold throttle valve to shaft,
then slide valve out of bore.
64x296A CAUTION: These screws are staked on the opposite
Fig. 7-Pump Diaphragm and Spring side and care should be used at removal so as not to
14-18 FUEL SYSTEM-HOLLEY 0

break in the shaft.


(4) Slide throttle shaft out of body. FLOAT SPRING
(5) Install new throttle shaft and lever (or new
valve).
(6) Install NEW screws but do not tighten. Hold FLOAT
GAUGE
valve in place, with fingers pressing on high side
of valve. Tap valve lightly with a screwdriver to seat
in throttle bore. Now, tighten screws securely and FLOAT
stake by squeezing with pliers.
(7) Install idle mixture screw and spring in body.
(”he tapered portion must be straight and smooth. If
tapered portion is grooved or ridged, a new idle mix-
ture screw should be installed to insure having correct
idle mixture control.) Do not use a screwdriver. Turn
screw lightly against its seat with fingers. Back off 2
full turns for approximate adjustment. fig. 94kocking Float Sewing

“NOtouch” leg. The float should just clear the gauge.


Assembling the Carburetor If an adjustment is necessary, bend the float tab
(1) Insert choke shaft into air horn. (which touches the head of the fuel inlet needle)
(2) Install choke valve and attaching screws but do using needle nosed pliers. Do not allow the float tab to
not tighten. Hold valve closed, with fingers pressing contact the float netedle head during this operation as
on high side of valve. Tap valve lightly with a screw- the synthetic rubber tip of the needle can be corn=
driver to seat in air horn. Tighten attaching screws pressed, giving a false setting. Do not touch contact
securely and stake by squeezing with pliers. area of float tab with pliers.
(3) Test choke valve for binding by rotating lever Recheck float setting as described above after ad-
through extent of its full travel. justment.
(4) Install fast idle and curb idle speed screws and (1) Slide economizer diaphragm and stem assembly
springs in throttle lever. into position, making sure vacuum holes are aligned,
(5) Engage pump cam link with lever and throttle and that stem is on power valve. (Fig. 4). Install cover
lever, then install cam and secure with clip. When and retaining screws. Tighten screws securely.
installing link, be sure link is in center hole of throt- (2) Slide baffle into position in fuel bowl, place
tle lever. fuel bowl gasket on cover. Place fuel bowl in posi-
(6) Slide pump spring (Fig. 7), over pump dia- tion, install screws and washers and tighten alternate-
phragm stem. Install assembly in position in fuel ly. (Be sure gasket is sealed in recess section of main
bowl and at same time, engage hook on diaphragm body. Tighten screws gently so as to compress only
stem with recess in pump lever. lock-washers. (Screws drawn down too tightly could
(7) Install main jet in economizer body, using Tool distort fuel bowl and cause a leak.)
C-3748. (Fig. 8).
(8) Turn carburetor with bowl opening up then fnstalltng the Choke Vacuum Diaphragm
position main well and economizer body in carbu- Inspect the diaphragm vacuum fitting to insure
retor, (Fig. 6). Install screws and tighten securely. that the passage is not plugged with foreign material.
(9) Engage choke link with choke lever and fast Leak check the diaphragm to determine if it has in-
idle cam. Place cam in position, then install retaining ternal leaks. To do this, first depress the diaphragm
screw. Tighten screw securely. stem. Then place a finger over the vacuum fitting to
(10) Slide float into position over fulcrum pin and seal the opening. Release the diaphragm stem. If the
secure with retainer clip. stem moves more than 1/16 inch in 10 seconds, the
(11) Install fuel inlet needle, seat and new gasket. leakage is excessive and the assembly must be re-
Tighten seat securely. Install float bumper spring. placed. Install the diaphragm as follows:
Check float setting as follows: (1) Slide bowl vent valve rod assembly in position
on air horn. Hold rod centered in its grooves, using a
Checking Float S w i n g finger.
With the carburetor inverted, slide the float gauge (2) Install vacuum diaphragm assembly on air horn,
C-3903 into position and check the setting on the being sure vent rod is in position. Install diaphragm
“touch” leg of the gauge, (Fig. 9). The float should attaching screws and tighten securely.
just touch the gauge. Reverse the gauge and check the (3) Install choke operating link in position between
0 HOLLEY-FUEL SYSTEM 14-19
diaphragm plunger (stem) and choke lever. Install Vacuum Kick Adjustment-(Thts test can be
“E” clip to secure. made ON or OFF the vehicle.)
(4) Inspect vacuum diaphragm fitting and remove The choke diaphragm adjustment controls the fuel
any dirt or foreign material which could plug vacuum delivery while the engine is running. It positions the
passage. Inspect rubber hose for cracks, before plac- choke valve within the air horn by action of the link-
ing it on correct fitting. (Fig. 1).(Install dash pot if age between the choke shaft and the diaphragm. The
so equipped). Do not connect vacuum hose to dia- diaphragm must be energized to measure the vacuum
phragm fitting until after vacuum kick adjustment kick adjustment. Use either a distributor test machine
has been made. (See Carburetor Adjustments.) with a vacuum source or vacuum supplied by another
vehicle. Adjust as follows:
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS (1) If adjustment is to be made with engine running,
back off fast idle speed screw until choke can be
It is very important that the following adjustments closed to the kick position with engine at curb idle.
be made on a reconditioned carburetor. (Note number of screw turns required so that fast idle
can be returned to original adjustment). If an aux-
iliary vacuum source is to be used, open throttle valve
Fast ldle Speed and Cam Position Adjustment (engine not running) and move choke to closed posi-
The fast idle engine speed adjustment should be tion. Release throttle first, then release choke.
made on the vehicle, as described in “Fast Idle Speed (2) When using an auxiliary vacuum source, dis-
Adjustment.” (On the Vehicle) Paragraph. However, connect vacuum hose from carburetor and connect
the Fast Idle Cam Position Adjustment can be made it to hose from vacuum supply with a small length of
on the bench. This adjustment is important to assure tube to act as a fitting. Removal of hose from dia-
that the speeds of each cam step occur at the proper phragm may require forces which damage the system.
time during engine warm-up. Adjust as follows: Apply a vacuum of 10 or more inches of mercury.
(1) With fast idle speed adjusting screw contacting (3) Insert specified drill (refer to Specifications) be-
second highest step on fast idle cam (Fig. lo), move tween choke valve and wall of air horn (Fig. ll).Ap-
choke valve toward closed position with light pres- ply sufficient closing pressure on lever to which choke
sure on choke shaft lever. rod attaches to provide a minimum choke valve open-
(2) Insert specified drill between choke valve and ing without distortion of diaphragm link. Note that
wall of air horn. (See Specifications at rear of Fuel the cylindrical stem of diaphragm will extend as in-
System Group.) ternal spring is compressed. This spring must be
(3) If an adjustment is necessary, bend fast idle fully compressed for proper measurement of vacuum
link at lower angle, using Tool T-109-213, until correct kick adjustment.
valve opening has been obtained. (Fig. 10). (4) An adjustment will be necessary if a slight drag
When the correct fast idle position cam adjustment is not obtained as drill is being removed. Shorten or
has been made, the choke unloader (wide open kick) lengthen diaphragm link to obtain correct choke
adjustment has also been obtained. No further ad- opening. Length changes should be made carefully
justment is required. by bending (open or closing) the bend provided in
LIGHT CLOSING
PRESSURE ON
CHOKE VALVE LOSING PRESSURE
ON CHOKE HUB
FAST IDLE SPEED
ADJUSTING SCREW ON
SECOND HIGHEST STEP
OF FAST IDLE CAM /

NN756A

Fig. I W m r ldle Cam Position Adiudment Fig. I I-Checking Choke Vocuum Kick Setting
14-20 FUEL SYSTEM-HOLLEY 0

diaphragm link. CAUTION: DO NOT APPLY TWIST- insure a normal engine friction level. Prepare engine
ING OR BENDING FORCE TO DIAPHRAGM. by driving at least 5 miles. Connect a tachometer and
(5) Reinstall vacuum hose on correct carburetor set the curb idle speed and mixture, then proceed
fitting. Return fast idle screw to its original location as follows:
if disturbed as suggested in Step No. 1. (1) With engine off and transmission in PARK or
(6) Make following check. With no vacuum applied NEUTRAL position, open throttle slightly.
to diaphragm, the CHOKE VALVE SHOULD MOVE (2) ON STANDARD CARBURETORS, close choke
FREELY between open and closed positions. If valve about 20" (degrees), then allow throttle to close.
movement is not free, examine linkage for misalign- The fast idle speed screw should rest on the slowest-
ment or interferences caused by bending operation. speed step of fast idle cam (Fig. 12).
Repeat adjustment if necessary to provide proper (3) ON C.A.P. CARBURETORS, close choke valve
link operation. until fast idle screw can be positioned on second
highest-speed step of fast idle cam (Fig. 12).
Curb Idle Speed Adjustment (4)Start engine and determine stabilized speed.
(Standard Carburetors) Turn fast idle speed screw in or out to secure specified
To make the idle speed adjustment, the engine speed. (See Specifications.)
must be thoroughly warmed up. A much more reli- (5) Stopping engine between adjustments is not
able idle adjustment can usually be obtained if the necessary. However, reposition fast idle speed screw
car has been driven a minimum of five miles. For the on cam after each speed adjustment to provide cor-
best results, it is recommended that tachometer be rect throttle closing torque.
used in this adjustment. (Before making the idle *Special Note: CAP equipped Vehicles
speed adjustment, observe the following precautions.) Before adjusting idle and/or fast idle speeds and
Because the alternator can charge at idle speed and mixtures, make sure that basic timing and distributor
impose a load on the engine, the headlights should control valve are correctly adjusted as outlined under
be turned On (High Beam) when adjusting the six Idle Speed Adjustment (Curb Idle) CAP Carburetors.
cylinder engines. Check all linkages to insure reliable
return to idle. The transmission linkage can be dis- Checking Wef Fuel Level
connected if desired. With engine running and car on a level floor, the
To make the idle speed adjustment, place transmis-
sion in neutral position then proceed as follows:
(1)"urn idle speed screw in or out to obtain 550
r.p.m. (Be sure that choke valve is fully open and that
fast idle adjusting screw is not contacting cam.)
(2) Adjust idle mixture screw to obtain highest
r.p.m. While making adjustment, carefully watch
tachometer and notice that speed can be decreased
by turning screw in either direction from setting that
gave highest r.p.m. reading.
(3) From highest idle speed setting, turn mixture
screw clockwise (leaner) until speed starts to drop. STANDARD CARBURETOR fl
Turn screw in opposite direction (counterclockwise)

e
\

just far enough to recover speed that was lost.


This procedure will assure that the idle has been 'E
set to the leanest mixture possible for smooth idle. FAST IDLE SPEED
ADJUSTING SCREW ON &
This setting is very important. THE jECOND HIGHEST
Since correct speed was originally set using speed SPEIiD STEP OF THE
screw, the speed obtained after finding the leanest FAST IDLE CAM . d\
\ \ (
smooth idle setting will probably be too fast.
(4) Readjust speed screw to obtain correct idle
speed. Repeat steps 2 and 3 above.
Fast Idle Speed Adjustment (On Vehicle)
Fast idle engine speed is used to overcome cold
engine friction, stalls after cold starts and stalls be- CAP CARBURETOR
j0A
cause of carburetor icing. Set this adjustment after
the vehicle odometer indicates over 500 miles to Pig. 12dusr Idle Speed Adjustment (On Vohicfe)
0 W3-FUEL SYSTEM 14-21

BOWL VENT
SURFACE OF
CARBURETOR
DRILL OR GAUGE

NN746

SURFACEOF Fig. Irl-Checking Bowl Vent Opening


-. --- - *
1 NN761A

Fig. 13-Mecrsuring Wet Fuel Level


fuel level can be checked or measured through the
economizer diaphragm opening. Using a 6” scale with
a depth gauge, measure the distance from the ma-
chined surface of the opening to the exact fuel sur-
face, (Fig. 13). The measurement should be 27/32
.CKET
inch. If not, adjust float to give proper level.

Bowl Vent Adjustment


With throttle valve at curb idle speed, it should
be possible to insert a 3/32” (.0937”) drill between
bowl vent and the seat, (Fig. 14). This measurement
should never exceed .125 inch (1/8” drill). NN747A
If an adjustment is necessary, bend vent rod at
horizontal portion until correct clearance has been Fig. 15-Adjusting Dash Pot
obtained. Be sure vent rod does not bind in guide
after adjusting. stem of the dashpot but not depressing it. The ta-
chrometer should read 2500 rpm if the setting is cor-
DASHPOT SETTING AND ADJUSTMENT- rect. To adjust the setting if necessary, screw the
C.A.P. CARBURETORS dashpot in or out as required. When the desired
setting is obtained, tighten the lock nut on the dash-
With the curb idle speed and mixture properly set pot against the bracket. (Fig. 15.)
and a tachometer installed, position the throttle lever To set the idle speed on C.A.P. vehicles, refer to
so that the actuating tab on the lever is contacting the the Fuel System General Information Paragraph.

WW3 SERIES STROMBERG CARBURETOR


INDEX
Page Page
Automatic Choke (well type) .................... 2 Idle Speed Adjustment ...................... 29
Carburetor Adjustments ....................... 27 Cleaning Carburetor Parts ..................... 1
Accelerator Pump and Bowl Vent ............. 28 Closed Crankcase Vent System ................ 2
Choke Vacuum Kick ......................... 28 Disassembling the Carburetor ................. 22
Fast Idle Cam Position ...................... 27 General Information ........................... 21
Fast Idle Speed (On the Vehicle) ............. 30 Inspection and Reassembly .................... 24
Choke Unloader (Wide Open Kick) ............ 28 Specifications ................................. 80
GENERAL INFORMATION
There are two models of the WW3 series carbu- which the car is equipped. The same basic design ap-
retor, depending on the type of transmission with plies to all models regardless of adaptions. Refer to
14-22 FUEL S Y S T E M W 3 0

Specifications for detailed information. WW3 series carburetor models WW3-274 and wW3-
The Standard Stromberg WW3 series carburetor 275 are used on the 318 cu. in. engines when the
models WW3-272 and WW3-273 are used on the 318 vehicles are equipped with the manual or automatic
cu. in. engines when the vehicles are equipped with transmissions respectively. The CAP carburetors are
the manual or automatic transmissions respectively. identified by a dab of green paint on the airhorn,
The Special (CAP-Cleaner Air Package) Stromberg under the identification number.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
DISASSEMBLING THE CAR B URET0 R (6)Remove choke vacuum diaphragm and bracket
assembly and place to one side to be cleaned as a
To disassemble carburetor for cleaning or overhaul- special item. A liquid cleaner may damage the dia-
ing, (Fig. l), proceed as follows: phragm material.
(1) Place carburetor assembly on repair block Tool (7) Remove air horn attaching screws and remove
C-3225. (This Tool is used to protect throttle valves air horn.
from damage and to provide a suitable base for (8) Disengage accelerator pump plunger rod from
working.) rocker arm by removing clip; and bowl vent valve.
(2) Remove cotterpin that holds pump operating Slide plunger and rod out of air horn. Slide compres-
rod in center hole of throttle lever. Disengage rod sion spring off rod.
from lever. Place accelerator pump plunger in a jar of clean
(3) Remove clip that retains fast idle rod, then dis- gasoline or kerosene to prevent leather ,from drying
connect the rod. out.
(4) Remove vacuum hose between carburetor air (9) Remove vacuum power piston from air horn,
horn and vacuum diaphragm. using an open end wrench and a support, (Fig. 2).
(5) Remove “E” clip from choke operating link at (Exert sufficient pressure on end of wrench to force
choke lever and disengage link from vacuum dia- piston out of air horn. This assembly is staked and
phragm stem (plunger). (Fig. l). care should be used at removal.)
CHOKE VALVE

VACUUM HOSE

BOWL VENT VALVE

FUEL INLET NEEDLE,


SEAL AND GASKET

IOKE CONNECTOR LINK

OKE VACUUM
4PHRAGM

I
FAST IDLE SPEED
ADJUSTING SCREW
‘INSULATOR IDLE MIXTURE
ADJUSTING

CLOSED CRANKCASE ADJUSTING SCREW


VENT TUBE FITTING (SET OF 4)

NK439A

Fig. I-Carburetor Assembly


WW3-FUEL SYSTEM 14-23

HIGH-SPEED BLEEDERS
> NOT REMOVE FROM
PISTON STAKED IN AIR HORN .IN BODY)

NK443

Fig. Sl H l g h Speed Bleeders


NK440A ".
chamber to prevent spring from flying out.) Lift out
Fig. 2-Removing Vacuum Power Piston float and fulcrum pin.
(16) Remove power by-pass jet and gasket, (Fig.
(10) Lift idle tubes out of main body, (Fig. 3). 6).
(The idle tubes are interchangeable.) (17) Remove screws and lockwashers that hold
(11) Remove screw and gasket from accelerator throttle body to main body. Lift off throttle body.
pump discharge cluster, then lift off cluster and (18) With main body in an inverted position, re-
gasket, (Fig. 4). move main jet plugs; using Tool 73598 and 73609.
(12) Invert carburetor main body, and drop out ac- Discard plug gaskets.
celerator pump inlet and discharge check balls. (19) Using Tool 73606, remove main metering jets,
(13) Do not attempt to remove high-sped bleeders (Fig. 7). Do not substitute main metering jets NO.
located in main discharge strut section of carburetor 388208 used in previous carburetors for NO. 388539.
main body. (Fig. 5). (New type.)
(14) Remove fuel inlet needle valve seat and gasket (20) Now, remove main discharge jets (or tubes),
assembly. Discard gasket. Remove fuel bowl baffle. using Tool 73608. This Tool has a tapered right hand
(15) Using a small screwdriver, pry out float ful- thread and should be screwed into jet. The threads
crum pin retaining sprin&-(Cup the hand over float that are formed in jet during removal, will not dam-
age jet.
(21) Unscrew and remove idle mixture adjusting
screws and springs, from throttle body.
The carburetor now has been disassembled into
three units, namely, the air horn, main body and
throttle body, and the component parts of each &as-
sembled as far as necessary for cleaning and inspec-
VACUUM SPARK tion.
DVANCE TUBE

Fig. 3-Removing or lnrtalllng Idle T u k

Fig. 4-Removing or Insfalling Discharge C1urt.r Fig. 6-R.movlng or fnstallfng Powor 6y-Poss Jot
1624 FUEL S Y S T E M W 3

I OLD
STYLE
NEW
STYLE
I

HOLES
NK444A -1

Fig. 8-Porls in Relation to throttle Varfvos


speed adjusting screw. The idle speed adjusting serow
must be backed out when seating the valves in tho
KH425A following operation.
The “dash” stamped on the valves must be toward
Fig. 7-Removing or lnstarlling Main Motoring Jets the idle port and visible from top of the throttle body
when valves are installed.
It is usually not advisable to remove the throttle (6) Slide valves in position through throttle shaft,
shaft or valves unless wear or damage necessitates then insert NEW screws, but do not tighten. Now hold
installation of new parts. To install new valves or valves in place with fingers. (Fingers pressing on high
throttle shaft, refer to Inspection and Reassembly
side of valves.)
(7) Tap valves lightly with a screwdriver to seat in
Paragraph.
throttle bores. Holding valves in this position, tighten
INSPECTION AND REASSEMBLY screws securely and stake by squeezing with pliers.
(8) Install two idle mixture adjusting screws and
Throttle Body springs in throttle body. (The tapered portion must
(1) Check throttle shaft for excessive wear in the be straight and smooth.) If tapered portion is grooved
throttle body. If wear is extreme, it is recommended or ridged, a new idle mixture adjusting screw should
that the throttle body be replaced, rather than install- be installed to insure having correct idle mixture
ing a new throttle shaft in the old body. control.
During manufacture, the location of the idle trans-
fer port and the spark advance control ports to the Idle Mixture Screw Adjustmenf
valves is carefully established for one particular as- DO NOT USE A SCREWDRIVER. The adjustment
sembly. (Fig. 8). should be made with the fingers. Turn the idle mix-
If a new shaft should be installed in an old work ture adjusting screw lightly against its seat, then back
throttle body, it would be very unlikely that the origi- off one full turn for approximate adjustment.
nal relationship of these ports to the valves would be
obtained. Changing the port relationship would ad- Reassembllng #he Carburetor Main Body
versely affect normal car operation between the (1) Place main discharge jets (or tubes) firmly on
speeds of 15 and 30 miles per hour. However, if it Tool 73608, (Fig. 9). Now, slide into position in main
has been determined that a new shaft is to be installed, body. Be sure opening in end of tube (diagonal cut
adhere closely to the following instructions: ends) is facing opposite side of small venturi. These
(2) Mark valves to be sure each is replaced in same two iets must IXJ
seated firmly in main body.
bore from whence removed. (2) Insert main metering jets in body over d i ~ =
(3) Remove screws, that hold throffle valves to charge jets (or tubes) just installed. Tighten securely,
throttle shaft, then slide valves out of throttle shaft. using Tool 73606. (Fig. 7).
CAUTION: These screws are staked on the opposite (3) Slide new copper gaskets in main jet plug open-
side and care should be used at removal so as not to ings, then insert plugs and tighten securely.
break the screws in the shaft. (4) Place assembled throttle body on inverted main
(4) Slide throttle shaft out of throttle body. body and position insulator. Install screws and lock-
(5) Install new throttle shaft and lever in throttle washers, then tighten securely..
body. The fast idle lever should rest against idle (5) Invert carburetor and place on repair block C
0 W W L F U E L SYSTEM 14-25
DIAGONAL CUT TOWARD throttle opening is decreased, the manifold vacuum
OPPOSITE SIDE builds up to raise the power piston and closes the 2nd
OF SMALL VENTURI stage valve (lower) cutting off the supply of fuel
through the bottom hole of the jet. A further reduc-
tion of power closes the 1st stage valve (upper) cutting
off the supply of fuel through the upper hole.
No changes in service procedures are required ex-
cept to be sure the Power By-Pass Jet is clean.
(6) Install accelerator pump inlet check ball (3/16
inch diameter) in check ball seat at bottom of pump
MAIN DISCHARGE JET
cylinder, (Fig. 11).
(7) Install accelerator pump discharge check ball
KH437
(1/8 inch diameter) in orifice in center passage of
discharge strut section of main body, (Fig. 12).
Fig. 9-lnstulling Muin Discharge Jets (or Tubes)
3225, then install power by-pass jet and new gaskets. Accelerator Pump rest
The change from the lean road load mixture to the (1) Pour clean gasoline into carburetor bowl, ap-
richer wide open throttle maximum power mixture is proximately 1/2 inch deep. Remove accelerator pump
made with an intermediate step. This is accomplished plunger from jar of gasoline and slide down into
with a spring loaded two position power jet, actuated pump cylinder. Raise plunger and press lightly on
by vacuum on the power jet piston. The purpose of plunger shaft to expel air from pump passage.
this two stage action is to secure best fuel economy in (2) Using a small clean brass rod, hold discharge
the lower road load speed range without sacrificing check ball firmly down on its seat. Again raise plung-
performance in the intermediate speed range. er and press downward. No fuel should be emitted
During initial or part throttle operation, the vacu- from either the intake or discharge passage, (Fig. 13).
um above the piston is sufficient to overcome the (3) If any fuel does emit from either intake or dis-
compression spring and hold the piston in the up posi- charge passages, it indicates presence of dirt or an
tion. As the throttle valves are opened the manifold imperfect check ball seat. The passage should be re-
vacuum drops and the piston compression spring cleaned and then thoroughly blown out with com-
moves the piston down to open the first stage valve pressed air. Examine check ball seat for signs of
(upper) of the power bypass jet, (Fig. 10). This meters damage that would not allow ball to seat properly.
additional fuel through the upper hole, into the main (4) Reinstall check ball and test again. If still leak-
metering system. ing, place a piece of drill rod down on ball and rap
With increased demand for power and a further sharply with hammer. Remove old check ball and
drop in vacuum, the piston moves down an additional install new ball. Then retest. f M s operation forms a
amount to open the second stage valve (lower) (Fig. new ball seat in carburetor casting.)
lo), and meters an additional amount of fuel through (5) Install discharge cluster gasket, cluster and
the hole at the bottoK of the power by-pass jet. screw. Tighten securely. (Fig.4).
When the demand for power is satisfied and the
POWER BYPASS JET POWER BYPASS JET
1 ST STAGE 2ND STAGE

1ST STAG
VALVE &
ORIFICE
OPEN

2ND iTAGE 2ND STAGi VALVE &


VALVE CLOSED ORIFICE OPEN

NB90B
r/ KP115
Fig. IO-Power By-Puss Jet I s t und 2nd Stuge
Operution) Fig. I I-lnstulling Accdercrtor Pump Check Bull
14-26 FUEL SYSTEMWW3
rubber tipped fuel inlet needle. The needle tip is a
rubber material which is not afEected by gasoline and
is stable over a wide range of temperatures. The tip is
flexible enough to make a good seal on needle seat
and to give increased resistance to flooding.

I Care should be taken to perform this operation ac-


curately in order to secure the best performance
and fuel economy.
To correctly set the float height when the carbu-
retor is being overhauled proceed as follows:
(1) Install float with fulcrum pin and retaining
spring in main body.
(2) Install needle, seat and gasket in body and
tighten securely.
(3) Invert main body so that weight of float only
is forcing needle against seat.
(4) Using Tool 73725 or a “T” scale, check float,
f is. I2-lnsialllng Discharge Check Ball (Fig. 14). There should be 7/32 inch from surface of
Again depress the accelerator pump plunger. A fuel bowl (gasket removed) to the top of float at cen-
clear straight stream should emit from each cluster ter.
jet. If the streams are not identical (if either one is If an adjustment is necessary, hold the float on the
diverted or restricted), a new discharge cluster should bottom of the bowl, then bend the float lip toward or
be installed. away from the needle, using Tool 73605. Recheck the
After test, pour the gasoline from the carburetor 7/32 inch setting again then repeat the lip bending
bowl and remove the accelerator pump plunger. operation as required.
(6) Check float for leaks or damage. If satisfactory CAUTION: When bending the float lip, do not a l l w
for further service, install In position in carburetor the lip to push against the needle as the synthetic
bowl. rubber tip can be compressed sufflclently to cause a
(7) Assemble fuel inlet needle valve, seat and gas- false setting which will affect correct level of fuel in
ket, then insert in position in main body. Tighten the bowl. After being compressed, the tip is very slow
securely. (If needle is ridged or badly worn, install a to recover its original shape.
new needle valve and seat assembly.) It is very important that the float lip k porpendicw
(8) Install float fulcrum pin retaining spring in Iar to the needle or slant not mom than 10 degrees
position and force under lip of boss to keep fulcrum away from the needle when the float is sot correctly.
pin in position. Do not bend float lip by forcing float. Use Tool 73605,
(Fig. 15).
Checkhg Hart Weigh, (5) To change float setting, bend float lip toward
The carburetors are equipped with a synthetic needle to lower, and away from needle to raise float.
8 ACC 1” Install idle tubes in the main body. (Fig. 3). Them
tubes are interchangeable.
TO BE EMITTED I(lh -r
MP DISCHARGE RTED

)AT
GAUC

,.
N K U
Fig. 13-Tmting A ~ l e r u ? oPump
r Intake a d
Dlscharge Check Balls
. W W L F U E L SYSTEM 14-27
tighten securely.
(6) Install accelerator pump and fast idle connector
rods, then work accelerator pump plunger several
times, to be sure it operates freely.

Choke Vacuum Diaphragm


Inspect the vacuum diaphragm fitting to insure
that the passage is not plugged with foreign material.
Leak check the diaphragm to determine if it has in-
ternal leaks. To do this, first depress the diaphragm
stem. Then place a finger over the vacuum fitting to
seal the opening. Release the diaphragm stem. If the
stem moves more than 1/16 inch in 10 seconds, the
14x 319 leakage is excessive and the assembly must be re-
placed. Install the diaphragm assembly on the air
Fig. I5-8ending flout Lip horn as follows:
(1) Assemble to air horn and tighten attaching
Assembling Air Horn screws securely.
To reassemble the air horn, (Fig. l), proceed as (2) Install choke operating link in position between
follows: diaphragm plunger (stem) and choke lever. Install clip
(1) Remove accelerator pump plunger from jar of to secure.
gasoline. If leather is hard, cracked or worn, install a (3) Inspect rubber hose for cracks before placing it
new plunger and shaft. on correct carburetor fitting. (Fig. 1). Do not connect
(2) Slide compression spring over plunger shaft. In- the vacuum hose to diaphragm fitting until after
sert assembly through air horn. vacuum kick adjustment has been made. (See Carbu-
(3) Slide bowl vent valve over shaft and down retor Adjustments.)
against seat. Engage pump shaft with pump arm and
secure with clip. CAR BURET0R ADJUSTMENTS
(4) Install vacuum power piston and plunger in air
horn, (Fig. 16). Lock in position by prick punching It is very important that the following adjustments
on retaining rim.Compress piston plunger to be sure be made on a reconditioned carburetor and in the
no binding exists. If piston sticks or binds enough to sequence listed, namely,
hinder smooth operation, install a new piston assem- Cam Position Adjustment
bly. Vacuum Kick Adjustment
(5) Slide a new air horn gasket over accelerator Unloader Adjustment (wide open kick)
pump plunger, and down against air horn. Now, lower Accelerator Pump Travel Adjustment
air horn straight down on main body, with acceler- Fast Idle Speed
ator pump plunger sliding into its well. (Be sure
leather on pump does not curl or fold back.) Install Fast ldle Speed Cam Position Adjustment
air horn retaining screws and lockwashers, then The fast idle engine speed adjustment should be
made on the vehicle, as described in the Fast Idle
STAKE IN POSITION Speed Adjustment (On the Vehicle) Paragraph. How-
ever, the Fast Idle Cam Position Adjustment can be
made on the bench. This adjustment is important to
assure that the speeds of each cam step occur at the
proper time during engine warm-up. Adjust as follows:
(1) With fast idle speed adjusting screw contacting
second highest speed step on fast idle cam, move
choke valve toward closed position with light pres-
sure on choke shaft lever.
(2) Insert specified drill between choke valve and
wall of airhorn (See Specifications at rear of Fuel Sys-
tem Group.)
(3)If an adjustment is necessary, bend fast idle rod
at upper angle, using Tool T-109-213,until correct
Fig. 16--lnstulling Vucuum Power Piston valve opening has been obtained. (Fig. 17).
14-28 FUEL SYSTEMWW3

DRILL OR GAUGE

Fig. 17-Fad Idle Cum Porhion Adludment Fig. 18-Checking Choke Vucuum Kick W i n g
Vucuum Kick Adlustment--(This test can be by bending (open or closing) the bend provided in
make On or Off the vehicle.) diaphragm link. CAUTION: DO NOT APPLY TWIST-
The choke diaphragm adjustment controls the fuel ING OR BENDING FORCE TO DIAPHRAGM.
delivery while the engine is running. It positions the (5) Reinstall vacuum hose on correct carburetor
choke valve within the air horn by action of the link- fitting. Return fast idle linkage to its original condi-
age between the choke shaft and diaphragm. The dia- tion if disturbed as suggested in step No. 1above.
phragm must be energized to measure the vacuum (6) Make following check. With no vacuum applied
kick adjustment. Use either a distributor test machine to diaphragm, the CHOKE VALVE SHOULD MOVE
with a vacuum source or vacuum supplied by another FREELY between open and closed positions. If move-
vehicle. Adjust as follows: ment is not free, examine linkage for misalignment
(1) If adjustment is to be made with engine running, or interferences caused by bending operation. Re-
disconnect fast idle linkage to allow choke to close to peat adjustment if necessary to provide proper link
kick position with engine at curb idle. If an auxiliary operation.
vacuum source is to be used, open throttle valves
(engine not running) and move choke to closed posi- Choke Unlouder (Wide Open Kick)
tion. Release throttle first, then release choke. The choke unloader is a mechanical device to par-
(2) When using an auxiliary vacuum source, dis- tially open the choke valve at wide open throttle. It
connect vacuum hose from carburetor and connect it is used to eliminate choke enrichment during cranking
to hose from vacuum supply with a small length of of an engine. Engines which have been flooded or
tube to act as a fitting. Removal of hose from dia- stalled by excessive choke enrichment can be cleared
phragm may require forces which damage the system. by use of the unloader. Adjust the choke unloader
Apply a vacuum of 10 or more inches of mercury. as follows:
(3) Insert specified drill (refer to specifications) (1)Hold throttle valve in wide open position. In-
between choke valve and wall of air horn. (Fig. 18.) sert specified drill (see Specifications) between upper
Apply sufficient closing pressure on lever which the edge of choke valve and inner wall of air horn.
choke rod attaches to provide a minimum choke valve (2) With a finger lightly pressing against valve, a
opening without distortion of diaphragm link. Note slight drag should be felt as drill is being withdrawn.
that link must deflect a wire spring before it reaches If an adjustment is necessary, bend unloader tang
end of travel within lever slot. The link must travel on throttle lever until correct opening has been ob-
to end of slot for proper measurement of kick adjust- tained. (Fig. 19).
ment.
(4) An adjustment will be necessary if a slight drag Accelercrtor Pump und Bowl Vent
is not obtained as drill is being removed. Shorten 6r Adiustment
lengthen diaphragm link to obtain correct choke When assembling the accelerator pump to the air
opening. Length changes should be made carefully horn, note that the horseshoe clip (which opens the
!

0 W W L F U E L SYSTEM 14-29

CHOKE VALVE
BOWL VEYT VALVE WIDE OPEN

THROTTLE IN
CLOSED POSITION

ROD IN CENTER HOLE


OF THROTTLE LEVER I

Fig. 19-Unloader Adjustment (Wide Open Kick) Fig. 20-Checking Bowl Vent Valve Opening

bowl vent) can be placed in any one of the three Idle Speed Adjustment (Curb Idle)
positioning notches. These notches correspond to the To make the idle speed adjustment, the engine
long, medium and short pump stroke holes in the must be thoroughly warmed up. A much more reli-
throttle lever. Normally, the bowl vent clip on the able idle adjustment can usually be obtained if the
pump stem will be at the middle notch and the pump car has been driven a minimum of five miles. For the
rod in the medium stroke hole. best results, it is recommended that a tachometer be
The proper procedure is to adjust the amount of used in this adjustment. (Before making the idle
bowl vent opening instead of measuring and setting speed adjustment observe the following precautions:)
the height of the pump plunger. On vehicles equipped with the automatic transmis-
sion, check all linkages to insure reliable return to
To check or set the adjustment, proceed as follows:
idle. The transmission linkage can be disconnected if
(1) Back off idle speed adjusting screw. Open desired.
choke valve, so that when throttle valves are closed, To make the idle speed adjustment, proceed as
fast idle adjusting screw will not contact fast idle cam. follows:
(2) Be sure pump rod is in medium stroke hole in (1) Turn idle speed screw in or out to obtain 500
throttle lever, and that bowl vent clip on pump stem r.p.m. (With air conditioning On, set idle speed at 500
is in center notch. r.p.m.) Be sure choke valve is fully open and fast idle
(3) Close throttle valves tightly. It should be just adjusting screw is not contacting fast idle cam.
possible to insert a .060 inch drill or gauge (Standard (2)Turn each idle mixture screw to obtain highest
Carburetors) or a .050 inch drill or gauge (CAP Carbu- r.p.m. While making adjustment, carefully watch ta-
retors), between bowl vent and vent seat (Fig. 20). chometer and notice that speed can be decreased by
If an adjustment is necessary, bend pump rod, turning screws in either direction from setting that
using Tool T109-213 at lower angle, until correct bowl
vent opening has been obtained, (Fig. 21). CELERATOR PUMP ROD
This is an important adjustment, since too much ND AS REQUIRED AT
lift at bowl vent will result in considerable loss in low
speed fuel economy.
Remember that if pump rod is moved to either the
short or long stroke position, a corresponding change
must be made in the location of the bowl vent clip,
and the amount of the lift of the bowl vent rechecked
and adjusted.
The accelerator pump travel is automatically taken
care of when the bowl vent is properly adjusted. Fig. 2 I-Bending Accelerator Pump rod
14-30 FUEL SYSTEM-BBD 0

RGCHOKE
VALVE WIDE OPEN After proper idle speed has been obtained, refer to
(Fig. 3), in Throttle Linkage Section of this Group for
FAST IDLE SPEED ADJUSTING
SCREW ON THE SLOWEST
procedure on adjusting transmission control rod.

I.
SPEED STEP O N THE CAM-
STANDARD
Fast ldle Speed Adjustment (OnVehicle)
Fast idle engine speed is used to overcome cold
engine friction, stalls after cold starts and stalls be-
cause of carburetor icing. Set this adjustment after the
FAST IDLE SPEED ADJUSTING vehicle odometer indicates over 500 miles to insure
SCREW ON THE SECOND a normal engine friction level. Prepare engine by
,HIGHEST STEP OF THE driving at least 5 miles. Connect a tachometer and set
the curb idle speed and mixture, then proceed as
follows:
(1) With engine off and transmission in PARK or
NEUTRAL position, open throttle slightly.
(2) ON STANDARD CARBURETORS, close choke
Fig. 22-Fad Idle Speed Adjustment (onvehicle) valve about 20" (degrees), then allow throttle to
gave high& r.p.m. reading. close. The fast idle speed screw should rest on the
(3) Readjust to 500 with idle speed screw. slowest-speed step of fast idle cam (Fig. 22).
(4) Turn each idle mixture adjusting screw in (3) ON C.A.P. CARBURETORS, close choke valve
clockwise direction (leaner) until there is a slight drop until fast idle screw can be positioned on second
in r.p.m. Now, turn each screw out, counterclockwise highest-speed step of fast idle cam .(Fig. 22.)
(richer)just enough to regain lost r.p.m. (4) Start engine and determine stabilized speed.
This procedure will assure that idle has been set Turn fast idle speed screw in or out to secure
to leanest mixture possible for smooth idle. This set- specified speed. (See Specifications.)
ting is very important. (5) Stopping engine between adjustments is not n e e
Since the correct speed was originally set using the essary. However, reposition fast idle speed screw on
speed screw, the speed obtained after finding the cam after each speed adjustment to provide correct
leanest smooth idle setting will probably be too fast. throttle closing torque.
(5) Readjust speed screw to obtain correct idle To set the idle speed on C.A.P. vehicles, refer
speed. Repeat steps 2 and 4 above if necessary. to the Fuel System General Information Paragraph.

BBD SERIES CARBURETORS (1 1%")

INDEX
Page Page
Automatic Choke (well type) ................... 2 Idle Speed Adjustment ...................... 37
Carburetor Adjustments ....................... 36 Dashpot Adjustment ......................... 38
Accelerator Pump and Bowl Vent ............. 36 Cleaning Carburetor Parts ...................... 1
Choke Vacuum Kick ......................... 36 Closed Crankcase Vent System ................. 2
Fast Idle Cam Position ....................... 36 Disassembling the Carburetor .................. 32
Fast Idle Speed (On the Vehicle) ............... 38 Inspection and Reassembly .................... 33
Choke Unloader (Wide Open Kick) ............ 37 Specif ica t ions ................................. 80
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Ball and Ball Standard Carburetor models sion equipped vehicles) is mounted on the carburetor
BBD-4113SA and BBD-4114SA are used on the 273 cu. and retards the return of the throttle to idle position.
in. engine when the vehicle is equipped with a manual The proper adjustment of the dash pot is very Im-
or automatic transmission respectively. portant. (SeeCarburetor Adjustments.)
Special (CAP-Air Package) Ball and Ball Carburetor Since the service procedures are identical on all
models BBD4115SA (with Dash pot) and BBD-411SSA BBD carburetors, the illustrations showing the var-
are used on the 273 cu. in. engine when the vehicle ious disassembly procedures will not always show
is equipped with a manual or automatic transmission any one specific carburetor.
respectively. The dash pot (used on manual transmis-
0 BBD-FUEL SYSTEM 1431

CHOKE LEVER, L-
CHOKE OPERATING LINK
/BOWL VENT VALVE

TAG (GREEN):ATION
CAP IDENTIFIC

CHOKE VACUUM
_I 1 _I In I e.,
UIArnKAWM

MODEL IDENTIFICATION
TAG

DISTRIBUTOR VACUUM ADVANCE


TUBE FITTING

IDLE MIXTURE ADJUSTING SCREW (2)

VACUIJM DIAPHRAGM HOSE’

GASKET/ DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS


FROM THROTTLE BODY OR
DAMAGE WILL RESULT

ACCELERATOR PUMP ROD IN


OUTER HOLE OF ROCKER ARM
\ VALVE

ACCELERATOR PUMP
ROCKER ARM
FAST IDLE CONNECTOR ROD
ACCELERATOR PUMP ROD
CHOKE VACUUM

VACUUM DIAPHRAGM

CLOSED CRANKCASE
DASH POT (MANUAL VENT TUBE FITTING
TRANSMISSION ONLY)

ELEVATING LEGS

THROTTLE LEVER

FAST IDLE SPEED


CURB IDLE SPEED ADJUSTING SCREW
ADJUSTING SCREW NN693

Fig. 14.A.P. Carbumor Assembly (BBD-4 1 1SSA)


14-32 FUEL SYSTEM-BBD 0

SERVICE PROCEDURES
DISASSEMBLING THE CARBURETOR (8) Disengage accelerator pump plunger from
rocker arm by pushing up bottom of plunger and
To disassemble carburetor for cleaning or overhaul, sliding plunger shaft off hook. Slide plunger out of air
(Figs. 1or 2), proceed as follows: horn and remove bowl vent valve, spring seat and
(1) Place carburetor assembly on repair block Tool spring.
C-3225. If the old plunger can be used again, or if a new
(2) Remove hairpin clips and disengage accelerator plunger is to be installed, place plunger in a jar of
pump operating rod. (On the 273 cubic inch engine, clean gasoline or kerosene to prevent leather from
accelerator pump rod is located in the outer hole of drying out.
accelerator pump rocker arm, with manual trans- (9) Remove fuel inlet needle valve, seat and gasket
mission and in inner hole with automatic transmis- from main body.
sion.) (10) Lift out float fulcrum pin retainer, then lift
(3) Remove clips and disengage fast idle connector out floats and fulcrum pin.
rod from fast idle cam and choke lever. (11) Remove step-up piston retaining screw, and
(4) Remove vacuum hose between carburetor main
slide step-up piston and rods out of well, (Fig. 4).
body and choke vacuum diaphragm. Now, lift out step-up piston spring. Remove step-up
(5) Remove clip from choke operating link and dis- piston gasket from the bottom of well.
engage link from diaphragm plunger (stem) and choke
(12) Remove main metering jets, (Fig. 5).
lever. (Fig. 1).
(6) Remove choke vacuum diaphragm and bracket (13) Remove venturi cluster screws, then lift ven-
assembly and place to one side to be cleaned as a turi cluster and gaskets up and away from main body,
special item. A liquid cleaner may damage diaphragm (Fig. 6). Discard gaskets. Do not remove the idle ori-
material. fice tubes or main vent tubes from the clurtor. They
(7) Remove air horn retaining screws and lift air can be cleaned in a solvent and dried with compressed
horn straight up and away from main body, (Fig. 3). air.
Discard gasket. Remove dash pot and bracket (if so (14) Invert carburetor and drop out accelerator
equipped). pump discharge and intake check balls.
ACCELERATOR PUMP
ROCKER ARM
CHOKE OPERATING LINK
ACCELERATOR PUMP ROD IN INNF”
HOLEOF ROCKER ARM (AUTOMA1
TRANS. ONLY) AND IN OUTER

1
HOLE FOR MANUAL TRANS.

FAST IDLE CONNECTOR ROD \

\
ACCELERATOR PUMP ROD

MAIN BODY’
4 CHOKE VACUUM
DIAPHRAGM

/ \
CUUM DIAPHRAGM HOSE
FAST IDLE CAM
.OSED CRANKCASE VENT


JBE FllTlNG

THROlTLE LEVER 3DY

.
IG LEGS
>F 4)

CURB IDLE SPEED FAST IDLE ADJUSTING SCREW NN692


ADJUSTING SCREW

Fig. 2-Standard Carbuntor Assembly (BBD4 I I3SA, 8804 I I4SA and CAP 8804 I I6SA)
0 BBD-FUEL SYSTEM 14-33

SPECIAL

PLUNGER
SPRING

FLOAT FULCRUM
PIN RETAINER

VENTURI
CLUSTER COVER
MAIN METERING

FLO NN696

Fig. 5-Removing or Installing Main Metering Jets


shaft or valves from the throttle body, unless wear or
NN694 damage necessitates the installation of new parts.

Fig. 3-Removing or Installing Air Horn INSPECTION AND REASSEMBLY


Throffle 6ody
ON THE CAP CARBURETORS, DO NOT REMOVE (1) Check throttle shaft for excessive wear in throt-
IDLE MIXTURE ADJUSTING SCREWS FROM THE tle body. (If wear is extreme, it is recommended
THROTTLE BODY. THESE SCREWS HAVE LIMIT- that throttle body assembly be replaced rather than
ED TRAVEL AND WILL BE BROKEN IF REMOVED. installing a new shaft in old body.)
(15) Remove screws that attach throttle body to During manufacture, the location of the idle trans-
main body. Separate bodies. fer port and the spark advance control ports to the
(16)Test freeness of choke mechanism in air horn. throttle valve, is carefully established for one particu-
The choke shaft must float free to operate cor- lar assembly. (Fig. 7).
rectly. If choke shaft sticks in bearing, or appears to If a new shaft should be installed in an old, worn
be gummed from deposits in air horn, a thorough throttle body, it would be very unlikely that the origi-
cleaning will be required. nal relationship of the ports to the valves would be
The carburetor now has been disassembled into obtained. Changing the relationship of the valves to
three main units, namely, the air horn, main body the ports would adversely affect normal vehicle oper-
and throttle body and the component parts of each ation between the speeds of 15 and 30 miles per hour.
disassembled as far as necessary for cleaning and However, if it has been determined that a new shaft
inspection. or valves is to be installed, adhere to the following
It is usually not advisable to remove the throttle instruction:
STEP-UP PISTON SPRING VENTURI CLUSTER
PISTON GASKET AT BOTTOM
OF CYLINDER)

PUMP DISCHARGE
CHECK BALL

NN695

Fig. 4-Removing or Installing Step-up Piston Fig. 6-Removing or lnstulling Venturi Cluster
14-34 FUEL SYSTEM-BBD 0

IDLE TRANSFER
SPARK ADVANCE
LE VALVE HOLES CONTROL PORT

BRASS ROD

N698

Fig. I-Ports in Relation to Throttle Valves


Fig. 9-Testing Accelerator Pump Intake and
(2) Mark position of throttle valves to shaft, then Discharge Check Balls
slide valves out of bores. CAUTION: These screws
are staked on the opposite side and care should be from jar of gasoline and slide down into pump cylin-
used at removal so as not to break off in the shaft. der. Raise plunger and press lightly on plunger shaft
(4) Slide throttle shaft out of throttle body. to expel air from pump passage.
(5) Slide new throttle shaft into throttle body. (4) Using a small clean brass rod, hold discharge
check ball down firmly on its seat. Again raise plung-
(6) Install throttle valves in their respective bores
er and press downward. No fuel should be emitted
(with valve numbers toward manifold flange). Install from either intake or discharge passage, (Fig. 9).
NEW screws but do not tighten. Hold valves in place,
If any fuel does emit from either passage, it indi-
with fingers pressing on high sides of valves. Tap cates the presence of dirt or a damaged check ball or
valves lightly with a screwdriver to seat valves in seat. Clean passage again and repeat test. If leakage is
throttle bores. Now, tighten screws securely and stake still evident, install new check balls. The fuel inlet
by squeezing with pliers. check ball is located at bottom of the plunger well.
Remove fuel from bowl.
Main Body (5) Install new gaskets on venturi cluster, then in-
(1) Invert main body and place insulator in posi- stall in position in main body. (Fig. 6). Install cluster
tion, then place throttle body on main body and align. screws and tighten securely.
Install screws and tighten securely. (7) Before installing step-up piston, be sure step
(2) Install accelerator pump discharge check ball up rods are able to move freely each side of vertical
(5/32 inch diameter) in discharge passage, (Fig. 8). position, (Fig. 10). The step-up rods must be straight
Drop accelerator pump intake check ball (3/16 inch and smooth.
diameter) into bottom of the pump cylinder. (8) Slide step-up piston gasket down into position in
To check the accelerator pump system; fuel inlet piston well, then install step-up piston spring and
and discharge check balls, proceed as follows: stepup piston and rods. Carefully guide step-up rods
(3)Pour clean gasoline into carburetor bowl, ap-
proximately 1/2 inch deep. Remove pump plunger
ACCELERATOR PUMP
INTAKE CHECK B

OF CYLINDF"

Fig. 8-lnstalling Arcelerrrtor Pump Discharge


Check Ball Fig. IO-Srep-Up Piston and 2 Stage Rods
0 BBD-FUEL SYSTEM 14-35
into main metering jets. (Fig. 4). Install retaining It is very important that the float lip be perpendicu-
screw and tighten securely. lar to the needle or slanted not more than ten degrees
A step-up piston stuck in the UP position will cause away from the needle when the float is set correctly.
a rich mixture at part throttle, whereas a piston stuck
in the DOWN position will cause a lean mixture at Air Horn
wide open throttle and poor acceleration. (1)Assemble pump plunger, spring and spring
seat, (Fig. 12). Slide plunger shaft through opening in
Checking F,loat Seff ing air horn. Install bowl vent valve over plunger shaft,
The carburetors are equipped with a synthetic then engage with pump rocker arm.
rubber tipped fuel inlet needle. The needle tip is a (2)Place a new gasket on main body, then install
rubber material which is not affected by gasoline and air horn. (Fig.3). Install attaching screws and tighten
is stable over a wide range of temperatures. The tip is securely. (When installing air horn be sure leather on
flexible enough to make a good seal on the needle plunger does not fold back.) Install dash pot (if so
seat, and to give increased resistance to flooding. equipped).
The use of the new inlet needle requires a new (3) Engage fast idle connector rod in choke lever
procedure in adjusting the float setting. Care should and fast idle cam. Secure with clips.
be taken to perform this accurately in order to secure (4)Engage accelerator pump operating rod in
the best performance and fuel economy. proper hole in rocker arm (depending on carburetor)
To correctly set the float height, when the carbu- and in center hole in throttle lever. (Fig. 1). Install
retor is being overhauled, proceed as follows: clips to secure.
(1)Install floats with fulcrum pin and pin retainer
in main body. Choke Vacuum Diaphragm
(2)Install needle, seat and gasket in body and Inspect the diaphragm vacuum fitting to insure
tighten securely. that the passage is not plugged with foreign material.
(3) Invert main body (catch pump intake check Leak check the diaphragm to determine if it has in-
ball) so that weight of floats only, is forcing needle ternal leaks. To do this, first depress the diaphragm
against seat. Hold finger against retainer to fully seat stem, then place a finger over the vacuum fitting to
fulcrum pin. seal the opening. Release the diaphragm stem. If the
(4)Using Tool T-109-282or a “T” scale, check the stem moves more than 1/16 inch in 10 seconds, the
float, (Fig. 11).There should be 1/4 inch from surface leakage is excessive and the assembly must be re-
of fuel bowl to crown of each float at center. placed.
If an adjustment is necessary, hold the floats on the Install the diaphragm assembly on the air horn as
bottom of the bowl and bend the float lip toward or follows:
away from the needle. Recheck the 1/4 inch setting (1)Assemble to air horn and tighten the attaching
again then repeat the lip bending operation as re- screws securely.
quired. CAUTION: When bending the float lip, do not (2)Install choke operating link in position between
allow the lip to push against the needle as the syn- diaphragm plunger (stem) and choke lever. Install
thetic rubber tip can be compressed svfiiciently to clip to secure.
cause a false setting which will affect correct level of (3) Inspect rubber hose for cracks before placing
fuel in the bowl. After being compressed, the tip is it on correct carburetor fitting. (Fig. 1). Do not con-
very slow to recover its original shape. nect vacuum hose to diaphragm fitting until after

B OWL VENT VALVE PLUNGER


SEAT AND
GASKET SPRING SEAT CLIP P?SlTIONS I
FLOAT FULCRUM
PIN RETAINER

,
B OWL VENT VALVE SPR~NG
OPERATING CLIP
NK687 NK688

Fig. I I-Cheekhg F l o a t W i n g Fig. I 2-Acceletwtor Pump Assembly


14-36 FUEL SYSTEM-BBD 0

vacuum kick adjustment has been made. (See Car- at the bowl vent will result in considerable loss in low
buretor Adjustments.) speed fuel economy.
Remember that if the pump operating rod is moved
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS to either the short or long stroke position, a corres-
ponding change must be made in the location of the
It is very important that the following adjustments bowl vent clip, and the amount of lift of the bowl vent
be made on a reconditioned carburetor, and in the rechecked and adjusted.
sequence listed:
Fast ldle Speed and Cam Position Adjustment
Accelerator Pump and Bowl Vent The fast idle engine speed adjustment should be
When assembling the accelerator pump to the air made on the vehicle, as described in the Fast Idle
horn, note that the hair pin clip (which opens the Speed Adjustment (On the Vehicle) Paragraph. How-
bowl vent) can be placed in any one of the three ever, the Fast Idle Cam Position Adjustment can be
positioning notches. These notches correspond to the made on the bench. This adjustment is important to
long, medium and short pump stroke holes in the assure that the speeds of each cam step occur at the
throttle lever. Normally, the bowl vent clip on the proper time during engine warm-up. Adjust as fol-
pump stem will be at the middle notch and the pump lows:
operating rod in the medium stroke hole. (1)With fast idle speed adjusting screw contact-
The proper procedure is to adjust the amount of ing second highest speed step on fast idle cam, move
bowl vent opening instead of measuring and setting choke valve toward closed position with light pres-
the height of the pump plunger. sure on choke shaft lever.
To check or set the adjustment, proceed as follows: (2)Insert specified drill (see specifications)between
(1)Back off idle speed adjusting screw. Open choke valve and wall of air horn. An adjustment
choke valve so that fast idle cam allows throttle will be necessary if a slight drag is not obtained as
valves to be completely seated in bores. drill or gauge is being removed.
(2)Be sure pump operating rod is in medium (3) If an adjustment is necessary, bend fast idle
stroke hole in throttle lever, and that bowl vent clip connector rod at angle, using Tool T-109-213,until
on pump stem is in center notch. cosrect valve opening has been obtained. (Fig. 14).
(3) Close throttle valves tightly. It should be just
possible to insert a 1/16 inch drill between bowl vent Vacuum Kick Adlustment--(This test can be
and its seat, (Fig. 13). made On or Off the Vehicle.)
If an adjustment is necessary, bend the pump oper- The choke diaphragm adjustment controls the fuel
ating rod, using Tool T-109-213,at lower angle, until delivery while the engine is running. It positions the
the correct bowl vent opening has been obtained. choke valve within the air horn by action of the link-
(On CAP model carburetors, bend pump operating age between the choke shaft and the diaphragm. The
rod to give a height of pump plunger stem above diaphragm must be energized to measure the vacuum
bowl cover of 1 to 1-1/32inch.) kick adjustment. Use either a distributor test machine
This is an important adjustment, since too much lift with a vacuum source or vacuum supplied by another
LIGHT CLOSING PRESSURE
ON CHOKE VALVE

FAST IDLE 7
- SCREW ON THE
:OND HIGHEST

VALVE SEAT
fll 1
STANDARD- \ 1
XERT SUFFICIENT PRESSURE
TO HOLD
' IN POSITION
THROTTLE IN
CLOSED POSl NN699 'U NN700

Fig. I3-Checking Bowl Vent Opening Fig. 14-Fart ldle Cam Position Adjustment
n BBD-FUEL SYSTEM 14-37
vehicle. Adjust as follows: Choke Unloader (Wide Open Kick)
(1) If adjustment is to be made with engine running, The choke unloader is a mechanical device to par-
disconnect fast idle linkage to allow choke to close tially open the choke valve at wide open throttle. It is
to the kick position with engine at curb idle. If an used to eliminate choke enrichment during cranking
auxiliary vacuum source is to be used, open throttle of an engine. Engines which have been flooded or
valves (engine not running) and move choke to closed stalled by excessive choke enrichment can be cleared
position. Release throttle first, then release choke. by use of the unloader. Adjust the choke unloader as
(2) When using an auxiliary vacuum source, dis- follows:
connect vacuum hose from carburetor and connect it (1) Hold throttle valves in wide open position. In-
to hose from vacuum supply with a small length of sert specified drill (see Specifications) between upper
tube to act as a fitting. Removal of hose from dia- edge of choke valve and inner wall of air horn.
phragm may require forces which damage the system. (2) With a finger lightly pressing against valve, a
Apply a vacuum of 10 or more inches of mercury. slight drag should be felt as drill is being with-
(3) Insert specified drill (refer to Specifications) be- drawn. If an adjustment is necessary, bend unloader
tween choke valve and wall of air horn (Fig. 15). tang on throttle lever until correct opening has been
Apply sufficient closing pressure on lever to which obtained. (Fig. 16.)
choke rod attaches to provide a minimum choke
valve opening without distortion of diaphragm link.
/dle Speed Adjustment (Curb Idle) (Standard
Note that the cylindrical stem of diaphragm will ex-
tend as internal spring is compressed. This spring Carburetors)
To make the idle speed adjustment, the engine
must be fully compressed for proper measurement must be thoroughly warmed up. A much more reliable
of vacuum kick adjustment. idle adjustment can usually be obtained if the car has
(4) An adjustment will be necessary if a slight drag been driven a minimum of five miles. For the best
is not obtained as drill is being removed. Shorten or results, it is recommended that a tachometer be used
lengthen diaphragm link to obtain correct choke in this adjustment. (Before making the idle speed ad-
opening. Length changes should be made carefully justment, observe the following precautions:)
by bending (open or closing) the bend provided in Because the alternator can charge at idle speeds
diaphragm link. CAUTION: DO NOT APPLY TWIST- and impose a load on the engine, the headlights should
ING OR BENDING FORCE TO DIAPHRAGM.
be turned on (high beam). This will assure setting the
(5) Reinstall vacuum hose on correct carburetor
idle to compensate for the alternator load. On vehicles
fitting. Return fast idle linkage to its original con- equipped with the automatic transmission, discon-
dition if disturbed as suggested in Step No. 1. nect the transmission control rod from the carburetor
(6) Make following check. With no vacuum applied lever so that the stop in the transmission will not
to diaphragm, the CHOKE VALVE SHOULD MOVE interfere with the free movement of the carburetor
FREELY between open and closed positions. If throttle lever.
movement is not free, examine linkage for misalign- To make the idle speed adjustment, proceed as
ment or interferences caused by bending operation. follows:
Repeat adjustment if necessary to provide proper link
operation.
LIGHT CLOSING
/PRESSURE ON VALVE

TO VACUUM STANDARD AND


CAP CARBURETORS
OPERATING LINK
FOR ADJUSTMENT
THROTTLE IN WIDE

JJ
- II \ If OPEN POSITION
STANDARD AND \ DIAPHRAGM STEM THROTTLE LEVER TO
RETRACTED BY VACUUM NN701 ADJUST UNLOADER NN703
CAP CARBURETORS

Fig. 15-Checking Choke Vacuum Kick Setting Fig. 16-Mearuring Choke Unlouder Setting
14-38 FUEL SYSTEM-BBD 0

(1) Turn idle speed screw in or out to obtain 500 CHOKE VALVE WIDE OPEN a\
r.p.m. (On cars with air conditioning, set idle speed at
500 r.p.m., with air conditioning ON.) Be sure that
choke valve is fully open and that fast idle adjusting
screw is not contacting fast idle cam.
(2) Turn each idle mixture screw to obtain highest
r.p.m. While making adjustment, carefully watch
tachometer and notice that speed can be decreased
by turning screws in either direction from setting that
gave highest r.p.m. reading.
(3) Readjust to 500 r.p.m. with idle speed screw.
(4) Turn each idle mixture adjusting screw in
clockwise direction (leaner) until there is a slight drop FAST IDLE SPEED -ADJUSTING
SCREW ON THE SECOND
in r.p.m. Now, turn each screw out counterclockwise HIGHEST STEP ON THE CAM
(richer)just enough to regain lost r.p.m.
This procedure will assure that idle has been set to
leanest mixture possible for smooth idle. This setting
is very important.
Since correct speed was originally set using the
speed screw, speed obtained after finding the leanest
smooth idle setting will probably be too fast.
(5) Readjust speed screw to obtain correct idle
speed. Repeat steps 2 and 4 above if necessary. After
proper idle speed has been obtained, refer to Throttle
Linkage Group in this Section, for procedure on
adjusting transmission control rod.
LE SPEED ADJUSTING
ON THE SLOWEST
Fast Idle Speed Adlustmew (OnVehicle)* STEP ON THE CAM
NN704
Fast idle engine speed is used to overcome cold
engine friction, stalls after cold starts and stalls be- Flg. Il-Farst Idle Speed Adjustmm (On Vo/~kl.)
cause of carburetor icing. Set this adjustment after the
vehicle odometer indicates over 500 miles to insure Before adjusting idle and/or fast idle speeds and
a normal engine friction level. Prepare engine by mixtures, make sure that the basic timing and the
driving at least 5 miles. Connect a tachometer and distributor control valve are correctly adjusted as out-
set the curb idle speed and mixture, then proceed as lined under Idle Speed Adjustment (Curb Idle) CAP
follows: Carburetors.
(1) With engine off and transmission in PARK or
NEUTRAL position, open throttle slightly.
(2) ON STANDARD CARBURETORS, close choke DASHPOT SETTING AND ADJUSTMENT-
valve about 20" (degrees), then allow throttle to C.A.P. CARBURETOR
close. The fast idle speed screw should rest on the
slowest-speed step of fast idle cam (Fig. 17). M U ~ U U rransmtsston
I onb
(3) ON C.A.P. CARBURETORS, close choke valve With the curb idle speed and mixture properly Set
until fast idle screw can be positioned on second and a tachometer installed, position the throttle lever
so that the actuating tab on the lever is contacting the
highest-speed step of fast idle cam. (Fig. 17.)
(4) Start engine and determine stabilized speed.
stem of the dashpot but not depressing it. The ta-
Turn fast idle speed screw in or out to secure specified chometer should read 2000 rpm if the setting is cor-
speed. (See Specifications.) rect. To adjust the setting if necessary, screw the
(5) Stopping engine between adjustments is not nec-
dashpot in or out as required. When the desired
essary. However, reposition fast idle speed screw on setting is obtained, tighten the lock nut on the
cam after each speed adjustment to provide correct dashpot against the bracket.
throttle closing torque. To set the idle speed on CAP vehicles, refer to
the Fuel System General Information Paragraph.
*Special Now CAP equipped Vehicles
0 BBD-FUEL SYSTEM 14-39
BBD SERIES CARBURETOR
INDEX
Page Page
Automatic Choke (well type) ................... 2 Idle Speed Adjustment ...................... 45
Carburetor Adjustments ........................ 43 Cleaning Carburetor Parts ...................... 1
Accelerator Pump and Bowl Vent ............. 43 Closed Crankcase Vent System ................. 2
Choke Vacuum Kick ......................... 43 Disassembling the Carburetor .................. 39
Fast Idle Cam Position ...................... 43 Inspection and Reassembly .................... 41
Fast Idle Speed (On the Vehicle) ............. 46 Specifications ................................. 81
Choke Unloader (Wide Open Kick) ........... 44
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Standard Ball and Ball carburetor models ous disassembly procedures will not always show any
BBD-4296S and BBD-4297s are used on the 383 cu. one specific carburetor.
in. engine when the vehicles are equipped with a The Ball and Ball carburetor is of the dual down-
manual or automatic transmission respectively. draft type. Each throat has its own throttle valve, idle
The Special (CAP-Cleaner Air Package) Ball and and main metering systems and are supplemented by
Ball carburetor models BBD4306S and BBD4307S the float, accelerating and power systems.
are used on the 383 cu. in. engine when the vehicles On each BBD series carburetor, the model number
are equipped with a manual or automatic trans- is stamped on metal tag attached to air horn. Do not
mission respectively. These carburetors are identified remove or destroy this tag, as it is the only means
by a green tag attached to the air horn mounting provided for carburetor model identification. Before
screw. attempting to repair or overhaul carburetor, refer to
Since the service procedures are identical on all model number and secure a repair kit for number
BBD carburetors, the illustrations showing the vari- indicated on tag.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
DISASSEMBLING THE CARBURETOR celerator pump arm by pushing up on bottom of
plunger and sliding plunger shaft off hook. Slide
To disassemble the carburetor (Fig. l), for cleaning plunger out of air horn and remove compression
or overhauling, proceed as follows: spring and seat.
(1) Insert three Tool T-109-287s and one Tool T- If old plunger can be used again or if a new plung-
109-2888 elevating legs through carburetor throttle er is to be installed, place plunger in a jar of clean
body stud holes. (These tools are used to protect gasoline or kerosene to prevent leather from drying
throttle valves from damage and to provide a suitable out.
base for working.) (9) Remove fuel inlet needle valve, seat and gasket
(2) Remove hairpin clip and disengage fast idle from main body.
connector rod from throttle and fast idle levers. (10) Lift out float fulcrum pin retainer, and lift out
(3) Remove hairpin clip and disengage accelerator floats and fulcrum pin.
rod from throttle lever and pump rocker arm. (11) Remove step-up piston and retaining screw
(4) Remove vacuum hose between carburetor
and slide step-up piston and rods out of well, (Fig. 2).
throttle body fitting and vacuum diaphragm. Lift out step-up piston spring. Remove step-up piston
(5) Remove clip from choke operating link and dis-
gasket from bottom of well.
engage link from diaphragm plunger and choke lever.
(Fig. 1). (12) Remove main metering jets (Fig. 3).
(6) Remove vacuum diphragm and bracket assem- (13) Remove venturi cluster screws, then lift ven-
bly and place to one side, to be cleaned as a special turi cluster and gaskets up and away from main body,
item. A liquid cleaner may damage the diaphragm (Fig. 4). Discard gaskets. Do not remove idle orifice
material. tubes or main vent tubes from cluster. They can be
(7) Remove air horn retaining screws and lift air cleaned in a solvent and dried with compressed air.
horn straight up and away from main body. Discard (14) Invert carburetor and drop out accelerator
gasket (2 screws recessed). pump discharge check ball and intake check ball.
(8) Disengage accelerator pump plunger from ac- (The intake check ball is the largest.)
14-40 FUEL SYSTEM-BBD 0

CHOKE OPERATING
ACCELERATOR PUMP LINK
ROCKER ARM CHOKE OPERATING

CHOKE VACUUM

ADJUSTING SCREW
THR0lTI.E LEVER

DIAPHRAGM

DIAPHRAGM
CAP CARBURETOR STANDARD CARBURETOR HOSE
NK611B

On CAP carburetors, do not remove the idle mix- bled as far as necessary for cleaning and inspection.
ture adiusting screws from the throttle body. These It is usually not advisable to remove the throffle
screws have limited travel and will be broken if shaft or valves from the throttle body, unless wear or
removed. damage necessitates the installation of new parts.
(15)Remove screws that attach throttle body to There is about .005 inch clearance between the
main body. Separate the bodies and discard gasket, throttle shaft and the throttle shaft bores in the throt-
tle body. Any clearance over ,010 inch, a new throttle
The carburetor now has been disassembled into shaft and/or throttle body should be installed.
three subassemblies, the air horn, main body and
throttle body and the components of each disassem-

4
MAIN METERING JETS

N K 613

Pig* 3-bmov/ng or /nr(aff/ng Matn m n gh?a


0 BBD-FUEL SYSTEM 1441

VENTURI CLUSTER CAP 1-1


and slide valves out of bores. These screws are staked
on the opposite side and care should be used at re-
ACCELERATOR moval so as not to break off in the shaft.
DISCHARGE
Remove the staked end of the screws with a file.
(4) Slide throttle shaft and lever out of body.
(5) Install new throttle shaft and lever.
(6) Install throttle valves in their respective bores
ACCELERATOR (with valve numbers toward manuold). Install new
PUMP screws but do not tighten. Hold valves in place
(idle position) with fingers pressing on high sides of
valves. Tap valves lightly with a screwdriver to seat
in throttle bores. Tighten screws lightly. Hold up to a
strong light to check for a proper position in bore.
(They may have to be rotated slightly as the valves
are eliptical.) When properly positioned tighten screws
securely and stake, using pliers.

q i 1
(7) Turn idle mixture adjusting screws lightly
VENTURI CLUSTER SCREWS against their seats with fingers. Back off one full turn
NK614 for approximate adjustment. DO NOT USE A SCREW-
Fig. &Removing or lnstcrlling Venturi Cluster DRIVER.

INSPECTION AND ASSEMBLY Main 60dy


(1) Invert main body and place a new gasket in
Throttle Body position and place throttle body on main body and
(1)Inspect the throttle shaft and throttle body for align. Install screws and tighten securely.
excessive wear. If either or both are worn to the point (2) Install accelerator pump discharge chedk ball in
where the carburetor operation will be affected, re- discharge passage and check accelerator pump sys-
place as required. tem; fuel inlet and discharge check balls as follows:
During manufacture, the location of the idle trans- (3) Pour clean gasoline into carburetor bowl, ap-
fer port and the spark advance control ports to the proximately 1/2 inch deep. Remove pump plunger
throttle valve, is carefully established for one particu- from jar of gasoline, flex leather several times, then
lar assembly, (Fig. 5). slide down into pump cylinder. Raise plunger and
If a new shaft should be installed in an old, worn press lightly on plunger shaft to expel all air from
throttle body, it would be very unlikely that the origi- pump passage.
nal relationship of the ports to the valves would be (4) Using a small clean brass rod, hold discharge
obtained. Changing the relationship of the valves to check ball down firmly on its seat. Again raise plung-
the ports would adversely affect normal car operation er and press downward. No fuel should be emitted
between the speeds of 15 and 30 miles per hour. If it from either intake or discharge passage, (Fig. 6).
has been determined, however, that a new shaft or If any fuel does emit from either passage, it indi-
valves is to be installed, adhere to the following in-
structions: cates the presence of dirt or a damaged check ball
(2) Mark position of throttle valves in bores.
seat. Check the passage again and repeat test. If leak-
age is still evident, install a new check ball. The fuel
(3) Remove screws that hold throttle valves to shaft
inlet check ball is located at the bottom of the plunger
well.
(5) Install new gaskets on venturi cluster, and in-
stall in position in main body. Install cluster screws
and tighten securely. Test pump discharge by press-
ing pump plunger down. Two fine streams of fuel
CARBURETORS should be forced from cluster. If either stream is
restricted or diverted, remove cluster and reclean.
After test, pour fuel from the bowl and remove pump
plunger.
BODY VENT (6) Install main metering jets. Tighten securely.
(Fig. 3.)
Flg. 5-Ports in Relation to Throttle Valv.r (7) Before installing step-up piston, be sure step-up
1442 FUEL SYSTEM-BBD

ACCELERATOR PUMP ” NO FUEL TO BE EMITTED PAST to perform this operation accurately in order to
PLUNGER THE PIJMP INTAKE CHECK BALL secure the best performance and fuel economy.
hsrc, BRASS R O D ’
(1) To correctly set float height when carburetor is
being overhauled, install floats with fulcrum pin and
pin retainer in main body.
(2) Install rubber-tipped needle, seat and gasket in
body and tighten securely.
(3) Invert main body so that weight of float only
is forcing needle against seat. Hold finger against
retainer to fully seat fulcrum pin.
(4)Using Tool T-109-280or a “T” scale, measure
float, (Fig. 8). There should be 5/16 inch from surface
of fuel bowl to crown of each float at center.
If an adjustment is necessary, hold the floats on
bottom of the bowl and bend float lip toward or away
from needle. Recheck the 5/16 inch setting again and
repeat the lip bending operation as required.
CHECK BALL NK616 CAUTION: When bending the float lip, do not allow
the lip to push against the needle as the synthetic
Fig. &-Testing Accelerator Pump Intake and rubber tip can be compressed sufficiently to cause a
Discharge Check Balls false setting which will affect correct level of fuel in
rods are able to move freely, each side of the vertical the bowl.
position, (Fig. 7). The step-up rods must be straight, After being compressed, the tip is very slow to re-
smooth and free to move forward and backward from cover its original shape.
vertical. CAUTION: It is very important that the float lip ba
(8) Slide step-piston gasket down into position in perpendicular to the needle or slanted not more than
piston well, then install the step-up piston spring, step- ten degrees away from the needle when the float
up piston and rods. Carefully guide step-up rods into height is correct.
main metering jets (Fig. 2). Install retaining screw and
tighten securely. Check piston for free operation in Air Horn
well. (1) Test freeness of choke mechanism in air horn.
A step-up piston stuck in the Up position will cause The choke shaft must float free to operate correctly.
a rich mixture at part throttle, whereas a piston stuck If choke shaft sticks in bearing areas, or appears to
in the Down position will cause a lean mixture at wide be gummed from deposits in air horn, a thorough
open throttle and poor acceleration. cleaning will be required.
(2) Remove accelerator pump plunger from gaso-
Measuring Float Setting line, slide compression spring and spring seat over
The carburetors are equipped with a rubber-tipped shaft. Install assembly in air horn and engage with
fuel inlet needle. The rubber tip is flexible enough to accelerator pump arm.
make a good seal on the needle seat, and to give
increased resistance to flooding. Care should be taken
FINGER PRESSING --LOAT GAUGE
AGAINST FULCRUM
PIN RETAINER

STEP-UP RODS,
MUST MOVE
FREELY

AD LOAD STEP

INTERMEDIATE

MIXTURE STEP
NK617

fig. CJ-CheckingFloat S w i n g
0 BBD-FUEL SYSTEM 14-43
(3) Place a new gasket on main body, and install air
horn. Install attaching screws and tighten securely.
(When installing air horn, be sure leather on plunger
does not wrinkle or fold back.)
(4) Engage accelerator pump rod with pump rocker
arm and install loose end in center hole of throttle
lever. Install hairpin clip to secure (Fig. 1). (C.A.P.
Carburetors, pump rod is in long stroke hole.)
(5) Engage fast idle connector rod in fast idle lever
and throttle lever. Install hairpin clip to secure.

Choke Vacuum Diaphragm


Inspect the diaphragm vacuum fitting to be sure
that the passage is not plugged with foreign material.
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTING
Leak check the diaphragm to determine if it has in- SCREW IS BACKED OFF,
ternal leaks. To do this, first depress the diaphragm FOR ADJUSTMENT BEND
stem, then place a finger over the fitting to seal the HUB LEVER TANG
opening. Release the stem. If the stem moves more NK619A
than 1/16 inch in ten (10) seconds, the leakage is
excessive and the assembly must be replaced. Fig. 9-Checking Accelerutor Pump Setting
Install the diaphragm assembly on the airhorn as made on the vehicle, as described in the Fast Idle
follows: Speed Adjustment (On the Vehicle) Paragraph. How-
(1) Assemble diaphragm to airhorn and tighten at- ever, the Fast Idle Cam Position Adjustment can be
taching screws securely. made on the bench. This adjustment is important to
(2) Install choke operating link in position between assure that the speeds of each step of the cam occur
diaphragm plunger (stem) and choke lever. Install at the proper time during engine warm-up.
clip to secure. (1) With fast idle speed adjusting screw contacting
(3) Inspect rubber hose for cracks before placing it second highest speed step on fast idle cam, move
on correct carburetor fitting. (Fig. 1). Do not connect choke valve toward closed position with light pres-
vacuum hose to diaphragm fitting until after vacuum sure on choke shaft lever.
kick adjustment has been made. (See Carburetor Ad- (2) Insert specified drill (see specifications) between
justments.) choke valve and wall of air horn. An adjustment will
be necessary if a slight drag is not obtained as drill
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS is being removed.
It is very important that the following adjustments (3) If an adjustment is necessary, bend stop on
are made on a reconditioned carburetor and in the choke shaft, using Tool T-109-22 until correct valve
sequence listed: opening has been obtained. (Fig. 10).
Vacuum Kick Adjustment-This test can be made
Accelerator Pump ON or OFF the vehicle.
(1) Back off idle speed adjusting screw. Open The choke diaphragm adjustment controls the fuel
choke valve so that fast idle cam allows throttle valves delivery while the engine is running. It positions the
to be completely seated in bores. Be sure that pump choke valve within the airhorn by action of the link-
connector rod is installed in center hole of throttle age between the choke shaft and the diaphragm. The
lever. (Standard Carburetors only.) diaphragm must be energized to measure the vacuum
(2) Close throttle valves tightly. Measure the dis- kick adjustment. Use either a distributor test machine
tance between top of air horn and end of plunger with a vacuum source, or vacuum supplied by another
shaft, (Fig. 9). This measurement should be 29/32 vehicle.
or 1/64 inch (1 inch for C.A.P. Carburetors). (1) If adjustment is to be made with engine run-
(3) To adjust pump travel, bend pump connector ning, disconnect fast idle linkage to allow choke to
rod using Tool T-109-213, at lower angle of rod, close to the kick position with engine at curb idle.
until correct setting has been obtained. If an auxiliary vacuum source is to be used, open
throttle valves (engine not running) and move choke to
Fast ldle Speed and Cam closed position. Release throttle first, then release
Position Adjusfment choke.
The fast idle engine speed adjustment should be (2) When using an auxiliary vacuum source, discon-
14-44 FUEL SYSTEM-BBD 0

is not obtained as drill is being removed. Shorten or


lengthen diaphragm link to obtain correct choke open-
ing. Length changes should be made carefully by
bending (open or closing) the bend provided in dia-
phragm link. CAUTION: DO NOT APPLY TWISTING
OR BENDING FORCE TO DIAPHRAGM.
(5) Reinstall vacuum hose on correct carburetor
fitting. Return fast idle linkage to its original condi-
tion if disturbed as suggested in Step No. 1.
(6) Make following check. With no vacuum applied
to diaphragm, the CHOKE VALVE SHOULD MOVE
FREELY between open and closed positions. If move-
ment is not free, examine linkage for misalignment
or interferences caused by bending operation. Repeat
adjustment if necessary to provide proper link opera-
tion.

Choke Unloader (Wide Open Kick)


The choke unloader is a mechanical device to par-
tially open the choke valve at wide open throttle. It
Fig. I O J a s t Idle Cam Position Adjustment is used to eliminate choke enrichment during cranking
nect vacuum hose from carburetor and connect it to of an engine. Engines which have been flooded or
hose from vacuum supply with a small length of stalled by excessive choke enrichment can be cleared
tube to act as a fitting. Removal of hose from dia- by use of the unloader. Adjust the choke unloader as
phragm may require forces which damage the system. follows:
Apply a vacuum of 10 or more inches of mercury. (1)Hold throttle valves in wide open position. In-
(3)Insert specified drill (refer to Specifications)be- sert specified drill (see Specifications)between upper
tween choke valve and wall of air horn (Fig. ll). Ap- edge of choke valve and inner wall of air horn. (Fig.
ply sufficient closing pressure on lever to which choke 12.)
rod attaches to provide a minimum choke valve (2) With a finger lightly pressing against valve, a
opening without distortion of diaphragm link. Note slight drag should be felt as drill is being withdrawn.
that the cylindrical stem of diaphragm will extend as If an adjustment is necessary, bend unloader tang
internal spring is compressed. This spring must be on throttle lever until correct opening has been ob-
fully compressed for proper measurement of vacuum tained. (Fig. 13.)(Use Tool T-109-22.)
kick adjustment. DRILL OR GAUGE CLOSING PRESSURE
(4) An adjustment will be necessary if a slight drag AGAINST CHOKE
*VALVE

CHOKE VALVE
UNLOADER /
TANG

CHOKE DIAPHRAGM THROTlLE AT WIDE


TUBE FITTING OPEN POSITION
NK621B

Fig. 1 I-Cheeking Choke Vacuum Kick Setting Fig. 12-Cheeking Choke Unloader Setting
0 BBD-FUEL SYSTEM 14-45
This procedure will assure that idle has been set to
leanest mixture possible for smooth idle. This setting
is very important.
Since correct speed was originally set, using speed
screw, speed obtained after finding leanest smooth
idle will probably be too fast.
(5) Readjust speed screw to obtain correct idle
speed. Repeat steps 2 and 4 above if necessary.

Measuring Float Setting (On the Vehicle)


To measure the float setting with the carburetor
mounted on the engine, proceed as follows:
(1) Remove hairpin clip and disengage accelerator
pump rod from throttle lever and pump rocker arm.
Disconnect automatic choke rod by unsnapping clip.
(2) Remove air horn attaching screws and lift air
Fig. 13-Bending Choke Unloader Tang horn straight up and away from main body. Remove
gasket.
Bowl Vent Adjustment (3) Set float fulcrum pin by pressing a finger against
(1) With throttle valves at curb idle, there should
be 1/16 inch clearance between bowl vent valve and /CHOKE VALVE
air horn, when measured at outer-most or largest
dimension with a drill shank.
(2) If an adjustment is necessary, bend short tang
on vent valve operating lever, using Tool T-109-22
until correct opening has been obtained. Any adjust-
ment to the accelerator pump means, that the bowl
vent valve must be readjusted.

Idle Speed Adjustment (Curb Idle) Standard


Carburetors
To make the idle speed adjustment, the engine
must be thoroughly warmed up. A more reliable idle
adjustment can usually be obtained if the car has CAP CARBURETOR
been driven a minimum of five miles. For best results,
it is recommended that a tachometer be used in this
adjustment. /'CHOKE VALVE WIDE OPEN
The following precautions should be taken before
LI

making the idle speed adjustment:


FAST IDLE SPEED ADJUSTING
(1) To make idle speed adjustment, turn idle speed
screw in or out to obtain 550 rpm. (On cars with
air conditioning, set idle speed at 550 rpm with air
conditioning On.) Be sure choke valve is fully open
and that fast idle adjusting screw is not contacting
fast idle cam.
(2) Turn each idle mixture screw in or out to obtain
highest rpm. While making adjustment, carefully
watch tachometer and notice that speed can be de-
creased by turning screws in either direction from
setting that gave highest rpm reading.
(3) Readjust to 550 rpm with idle speed screw.
(With air conditioning ON.)
(4) Turn each idle mixture adjusting screw in STAND A R D
CARBURETOR
clockwise direction (leaner) until there is a slight drop NK626A
in rpm. Turn each screw out, counterclockwise (rich-
er) just enough to regain lost rpm. Fig. I4-Fast Idle Speed Adjustment (On Vehicle)
14-46 FUEL SYSTEM-WC3 n
-

fulcrum pin retainer. Fast Idle Speed Adiustmenf (On the Vehicle)
There should be enough fuel in the bowl to raise Fast idle engine speed is used to overcome cold
floats so that the lip bears firmly against needle. Ad- engine friction, stalls after cold starts and stalls be-
ditional fuel may be admitted by slightly depressing cause of carburetor icing. Set this adjustment after
float. If fuel pressure in the line is insufficient to the vehicle odometer indicates over 500 miles to
force additional fuel into bowl, add necessary fuel insure a normal engine friction level. Prepare engine
from a clean container. by driving at ;east 5 miles. Connect a tachometer and
WARNING: Since the manifold may be hot, it is dan- set the curb idle speed and mixture, then proceed as
gerous to spill fuel onto these surfaces. l a k e the nee follows:
essary precautions to avoid spillage. (1) With engine off and transmission in PARK or
(4) With only pressure from buoyant float holding NEUTRAL position, open throttle slightly.
lip against inlet needle, check float setting, using Tool (2) ON STANDARD CARBURETORS, close choke
T-109-280, or a “T” scale. There should be 5/16 inch valve about 20” (degrees),then allow throttle to close.
from surface of bowl (gasket removed) to crown of The fast idle speed screw should rest on the slowest-
floats at center. speed step of fast idle cam (Fig. 14).
If an adjustment is necessary, hold the floats on the (3) ON C.A.P. CARBURETORS, close choke valve
bottom of the bowl, then bend the float lip toward or until fast idle screw can be positioned on second high-
away from the needle. Recheck the 5/16 inch setting est-speed step of fast idle cam. (Fig. 14.)
again, then repeat the lip bending operation as re- (4) Start engine and determine stabilized speed.
quired. When bending the float lip, do not allow the Turn fast idle speed screw in or out to secure speci-
lip to push against the needle as the rubber tip can be fied speed. (SeeSpecifications.)
compressed suffkiently to cause a false setting which (5) Stopping engine between adjustments is not nec-
will affect correct level of fuel in the bowl. After essary. However, reposition fast idle speed screw on
being compressed, the rubber tip is very slow to re- cam after each speed adjustment to provide correct
cover its original shape. It is very important that the throttle closing torque.
float lip be perpendicular to the needle or slanted not Special Note: CAP equipped Vehicles
more than 10 degrees away from the needle when the To set the idle speed on C.A.P. Vehicles, refer to
float is set correctly. Fuel System General Information Paragraph.
(5)After float has been correctly set, reassemble
the air horn.
W W C 3 SERIES STROMBERG CARBURETOR
INDEX
Page Page
Automatic Choke (well type) ................... 2 Idle Speed Adjustment ......................
Carburetor Adjustments ....................... Cleaning Carburetor Parts ......................
53
51 1
Accelerator Pump and Bowl Vent ............. 53 Disassembling the Carburetor .................. 46
Choke Vacuum Kick ......................... 51 General Information ........................... 46
Fast Idle Cam Position ....................... 51 Inspection and Reassembly .................... 48
Fast Idle Speed (On the Vehicle) ............. 53 Service Diagnosis ............................. 3
Choke Unloader (Wide Open Kick) ............ 52 Specifications ................................. 82
GENERAL INFORMATION
The WWC3 Series Stromberg carburetor is a dual system vent, operated from the throttle linkage, a
throat downdraft type, with each throat having its double venturi cluster which in addition to the small
own idle system, main metering system and throttle venturi also includes the discharge nozzles, the main
valve. The idle and main metering systems are sup- discharge tubes and the idle in a single assembly.
plemented by the float system, the accelerating sys- The Standard Stromberg carburetor model WWCS-
tem and the power system. 276 is used on the 383 cu. in. mgine-automatic trans-
The WWC3 Series carburetor incorporates an idle mission equipped vehicles.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
DISASSEMBLING THE CARBURETOR (1) Install four elevating legs, Tool T-109-287sin
mounting flange holes in throttle body. These legs are
To disassemble the carburetor (Figs. 1 and 2), for used to protect throttle valves from damage and to
cleaning or overhaul, proceed as follows: provide a suitable base for working.
0 WC3-FUEL SYSTEM 14-47
ACCELERATOR PUMP
VACUUM HOSE
CHOKE OPERATING
LINK “E” CLIP CHOKE

SHORT AIR HORN c


4.

SCREWS TO BE
INSTALLED HERE NK419A

Fig. 3-Removing or Installing Air Horn

(5) Remove vacuum hose between carburetor air


horn and vacuum diaphragm.
(6) Remove clip from choke operating link and dis-
engage link from diaphragm plunger (stem) and choke
Fig. I -Carburetor Assembly (WWC3-276) lever. (Fig. 1.)
(7) Remove remaining air horn attaching screws,
(2) Remove hairpin clip that holds pump rod in then lift air horn straight up and away from main
center of pump arm. Remove rod from slot and disen- body, (Fig. 3).
gage from throttle lever.
(3) Remove hairpin clip that holds fast idle rod in Disassembling the Air Horn
fast idle cam. Disengage rod from cam, then rotate (1) Disengage accelerator pump plunger from
rod to disengage from choke lever. pump arm hook by tilting down and out from under
(4) Remove three short air horn attaching screws, hook, (Fig. 4). Remove compression spring.
then remove two long air horn attaching screws. In- Place accelerator pump plunger in a jar of clean
stall two short screws through main body into throttle gasoline or kerosene to prevent leather from drying
body to hold bodies together. (Fig. 3.) out.
CHOKE (2) Remove vacuum power piston from air horn,
using an open end wrench and wood block, (Fig. 5).
(Exert sufficient pressure on end of wrench to force
piston out of its well in air horn. This assembly is
staked in air horn and care should be used at
ACCELERATOR PUMP PLUNGER

POWER PISTON STEM

Fig. 4-Removing or Installing Accelerator


Fig. 2-Carburetor Assembly (WWC3-276) Pump Plunger
14-48 FUEL SYSTEM-WC3 0

OPEN END WRENCH (5) Using T-109-73S,remove power by-pass jet and
gasket, (Fig. 7).
PISTON RETAINER STAKED IN
AIR HORN (6)Using Tool T-109-173,remove two main meter-
ing jets, (Figs. 7 or 8).
(7) Remove two air horn screws, used to hold main
and throttle bodies together. Separate throttle and
main bodies, and discard gasket.
(8) Unscrew and remove two idle mixture adjusting
screws and spring from throttle body.
The carburetor now has been disassembled into
three units, namely, air horn, main body and throttle
body and the component parts of each disassembled
as f a r as necessary for cleaning and inspection. It is
usually not advisable to remove the throttle shaft or
CHOKE DIAPHRAGM
ATTACHING SCREWS NK421A valves unless wear or damage necessitates installation
of new parts. To install new valves or throttle shaft,
Fig. 5-Removing Vacuum Power Piston refer to Inspection and Reassembly paragraph.

removal.) Discard air horn gasket. INSPECTION AND ASSEMBLY


(3) Remove choke vacuum diaphragm and bracket Throttle Body
assembly and place to one side to be cleaned as a (1) Check throttle shaft for excessive wear in throt-
special item. A liquid cleaner may damage the dia- tle body. If wear is extreme, it is recommended that
phragm material. throttle body be replaced, rather than installing a new
(4) Test freeness of choke mechanism in air horn. throttle shaft in old body.
The choke shaft must float free to operate correctly. During manufacture, the location of the idle trans-
If choke shaft sticks in bearing area or appears to be fer ports and spark advance control ports to valves
gummed from deposits in air horn, a thorough clean- are carefully established for one particular assembly.
ing will be required. (Fig. 9).
If a new shaft should be installed in an old worn
Main Body throttle body, it would be very unlikely that the origi-
(1) Remove float fulcrum pin spring, then remove nal relationship of these ports to the valves would be
fuel inlet needle valve, seat and gasket. obtained. Changing the port relationship would ad-
(2) Slide float baffle up out of its grooves, then versely affect normal car operation between the
remove float and fulcrum pin. speeds of 15 and 30 miles per hour. However, if it has
(3) Remove venturi cluster attaching screws, then been determined that a new shaft or valves are to be
remove venturi cluster gasket, (Fig. 6). Discard gasket. installed, adhere closely to the following instructions:
(4) Invert carburetor main body and drop out dis- To install a new throttle shaft or valves, (Fig. lo),
charge check ball from discharge passage, (Fig. 6), proceed as follows:
and accelerator pump inlet check ball from the pump (2) Mark valves to be sure each is replaced in same
well. bore from whence removed (if replacing throttle shaft
.,-.. JRI CLUSTER
*L
DISCHARGE ORlFl - h
I
only). ~~ .

n
GASKET\
AIR HORN
ATTACHING
A
SCREWS (SHORT
I
‘c

3
PASSAGE

M A I N MET
tf NK423
NK422

Fig. &Removing or Installing Venfuri Cluster Fig. 7-Removing or Installing Power By-Pass Jet
0 W C L F U E L SYSTEM 14-49
(4) Slide throttle shaft and lever out of throttle
body.
(5) Install new throttle shaft and lever in throttle
body.
(6) Slide valves down into position. Install new
screws but do not tighten. Hold valves in place with
fmgers pressing on high side of valves.
(7) Tap valve lightly with a screwdriver to seat in
POWER BY-PASS
throttle bores. Holding valves in this position, tighten
JET GASKET screws lightly. Hold up to strong light and check for
T
seating in the bores. The valves may have to be rotated
POWER RY PASS JET
slightly to be seated properly, as they are eliptical.
When valves are properly seated, tighten attaching
Fig. 8-Removing or Installing Main Metering Jets screws securely and stake with pliers.
(8)Install two idle mixture adjusting screws and
springs in throttle body. (The tapered portion must be
straight and smooth.) If tapered portion is grooved or
ridged, a new idle mixture adjusting screw should be
installed to insure having correct idle mixture control.

ldle Mixture Screw Adjustment


Turn screws lightly against their seats, then back
off one and a half turns for an approximate setting.

Main Body
To assemble the main body, (Fig. ll), proceed as
follows:
(1)Place a new gasket on throttle body, then install
Fig. 9-POrts in Relafion to Throttle Valves main body. Install two short screws to secure.
(2)Install main metering jets in main body. Tight-
en securely, using Tool T-109-173.(Fig. 8).
(3)Remove screws that hold throttle valves to (3)Install power by-pass jet and new gasket. Tight-
shaft. Slide the valves out of shaft and bore. en securely, using Tool 73598.(Fig. 7).
CAUTION: These screws are staked on the opposite (4) Install accelerator pump inlet check ball (3/16
side and care should be used at removal so as not to inch) in pump well, (Fig. 12).
break the screws in the shaft. (5) Install accelerator pump discharge check ball
Remove the staking with a file. (1/8inch) in discharge passage, (Fig. 13).
DRIVE PLUGSA
,/ TTACHN
IG SCREWS
THROTTLE VALVES
THROTTLE POWER BY-PASS JET 9 0
BODY
\ IDLE SPEED ADJUSTING VENTURI CLUSTER
FULCRUM PIN

FUEL INLET NEEDLE


VALVE SEAT A N D G
./CHECK BALL
FLOAT BAFFLE
ET CHECK BALL

IDLE MIXTURE
SCREWS

THROTTLE VALVE SCRE M A I N METERING JETS


PASSAGE PLUGS N Y 343

Fig. IO-Throttle Body IExploded View) Fig. I I -Main Body (Exploded View)
1650 FUEL S Y S T E M W C 3 0

Fig. 12-lnstcrlling Accelerator Pump Inlet Check Ball PPROX. 1/2 INCH OF FUEL
IN THE BOWL
ro BE EMITTED PAST
DI {ARGE CHECK BALL NK428

Fig. 14-reding Accelerator Pump Discharge and


Inlet Check Balls
f
are not identical (if either one is restricted or divert-
ed), remove venturi cluster and reclean.
After test, pour gasoline from bowl and remove
CHARGE
rSSAGE pump plunger.
(6) Check float for leak or damage. If satisfactory
for further service, install in position in bowl.
-- . . - NK427 (7) Assemble fuel inlet needle valve, seat and gas-
Fig. 13-Installing Discharge Check Ball ket, then insert in main body. Tighten securely. (If
needle valve is ridged or grooved, or badly worn, a
Accelerator Pump lest new inlet needle valve assembly should be installed.)
(1) Pour clean gasoline into carburetor bowl a p
proximately 1/2 inch deep. Remove accelerator pump Measuring Float HeigM
plunger from jar of gasoline and slide down in its The carburetor is equipped with a synthetic rubber-
well. Raise plunger and press lightly in on plunger tipped fuel inlet needle.
shaft to expel air from pump passage. (1) Invert main body so that weight of floats only is
(2) Using a small clean brass rod, hold discharge forcing needle against seat, Be sure hinge pin does
check ball firmly down on its seat. Raise pump plung- not drop out of float hinge. Hold down with fulcrum
er and press downward. No fuel should be emitted pin spring.
from either intake or discharge passage, (Fig. 14). (2) Using Tool 73725 or a “T”scale, measure float
(3) If any fuel does emit from either intake or dis- level, (Fig. 15). There should be 5/32 inch from sur-
charge passages, it indicates presence of dirt or an face of fuel bowl to crown of float at center.
imperfect seat. The passages should be recleaned and
then thoroughly blown out with compressed air. Ex- c

amine ball seat for signs of damage that would not


allow check ball to seat properly. iSSURE ON
(4) Reinstall check ball and test again. If still leak- ONLY
ing, place a piece of drill rod down on check ball and
rap sharply with a hammer. Remove old check ball
and install a new one. Then retest. (This operation
forms a new ball seat in carburetor casting.)
(5) Install venturi cluster gasket, then slide venturi
cluster down into position. Install attaching screws
and tighten securely. (Fig. 6.) WI V n V V C ‘t NK429
Again depress accelerator plunger. A clear straight
stream should emit from each jet orifice. If streams Fig. I 5-Checking float W i n g
0 WWCLFUEL SYSTEM 14-51
If an adjustment is necessary, remove the float and Choke Vacuum Diaphragm
the fulcrum spring. Bend the lip of the float lever Inspect the diaphragm vacuum fitting to be sum
either in or out until the correct setting has been that the passage is not plugged with foreign material.
obtained. Leak check the diaphragm to determine if it has in-
CAUTION: Do not attempt to change the setting ternal leaks. To do this, first depress the stem, then
without removing the float, as the sythetic rubber place a finger over the fitting to seal the opening.
tip can be compressed sufficiently to cause a false Release the stem. If the stem moves more than 1/16
setting, which will affect correct level of fuel in the inch in 10 seconds, the leakage is excessive and the
bowl. assembly must be replaced.
It is important that the float lip is prependicular to Install the diaphragm assembly on the air horn as
the needle or slanted not more than 10 degrees away follows:
from the needle when the float is set correctly. Do not (1) Assemble to air horn and tighten attaching
bend float lip by forcing float, use Tool 73605. screws securely.
(3) Install float, then slide float baffle down into (2) Install choke operating link in position between
position. Install fulcrum pin spring. diaphragm plunger (stem) and choke lever. Install clip
to secure. Be sure link is on the proper side of wire
spring. (Fig. 1).
Assembling the Air Horn (3) Inspect rubber hose for cracks before placing it
To assemble the air horn, (Fig. l),proceed as fol-
lows: on correct carburetor fitting. (Fig. 2). Do not connect
(1) Insert choke shaft into air horn. Slide choke valve vacuum hose to diaphragm fitting until after vacuum
down into slot in shaft. kick adjustment has been made. (See Carburetor
(2) Hold choke valve closed, and install new screws. Adjustments.)
DO NOT TIGHTEN. Holding valve in closed position,
tap gently with a screwdriver, to center and locate CARBURETOR ADJ USTMENTS
valve.
Fast Idle Speed and Cam Position
(3) Tighten attaching screws securely, then stake
Adjustment
by squeezing with pliers. Reinstall fast idle lever and The fast idle engine speed adjustment should be
secure with lockwasher and nut. made on the vehicle, as described in the Fast Idle
(4) Remove accelerator pump plunger from jar of Speed Adjustment (On Vehicle) Paragraph. However,
gasoline. Check the leather. If the leather is hard, the Fast Idle Cam Position Adjustment can be made
cracked, or worn, install a new pump plunger. (Be on the bench. This adjustment is important to assure
sure to flex leather several times before installing that the speeds of each step of the cam, occur at the
plunger in air horn.) proper time during engine warm-up.
(5) Slide compression spring over plunger s h a g To make the fast idle cam position adjustment (Fig.
then slide plunger over hook and into position. (Fig. 161, proceed as follows:
4). peed adjusting screw contacting
(6)Install vacuum power piston in air horn. Lock LIGHT CLOSING PRESSURE
in position by prick punching on air horn rim. Com- AGAINST CHOKE VALVE
press piston plunger to be sure no binding exists. If OR DRILL SHAN
piston sticks or binds enough to hinder smooth opera-
tion, install a new piston assembly. Install new air
horn gasket.
(7) Install air horn assembly on main body, guiding
pump plunger into its well. (Be sure leather does not
curl or fold back.) Install retaining screws and tighten iND FAST IDLE
securely. (Fig. 2). The choke valve must be held par- AT THIS POINT
tially closed while installing the air horn.
(8) Remove two short screws holding main body
and throttle body together, (Fig. 3), and install air
horn. Reinstall two long screws and tighten securely.
(9) Install fast idle rod and secure with hairpin clip.
(10) Install pump rod and secure with hairpin clip. ADJUSTING SCREW
ON STEP A N D AGAINST FACE
(Be sure rod is in center slot of arm, Fig. 1.)Work
__
OF HIGHEST CAM STEP NK430A
accelerator pump plunger several times to be sure it
operates smoothly. fig. I f f a s t Idle Cam Position Ad/vstmant
14-52 FUEL SYSTEM-WWC3 0

second highest speed step on fast idle cam, move of slot for proper measurement of the kick adjust-
choke valve toward closed position with light pressure ment.
on choke shaft lever. (4) An adjustment w i l l be necessary if a slight drag
(2) Insert specified drill (see specifications) between is not obtained as drill is being removed. Shorten or
choke valve and wall of air horn. An adjustment lengthen diaphragm link to obtain correct choke
will be necessary if a slight drag is not obtained as opening. Length changes should be made carefully
drill is being removed. by bending (open or closing) the bend provided in
(3) If an adjustment is necessary, bend fast idle rod diaphragm link. CAUTION: DO NOT APPLY TWIST-
at upper angle, using Tool T-109-213,until correct ING OR BENDING FORCE TO DIAPHRAGM.
valve opening has been obtained. (5) Reinstall vacuum hose on correct carburetor
fitting. Return fast idle linkage to its original condi-
Vacuum Kick Adjustment-(This test can be made
tion if disturbed as suggested in Step No. 1.
ON or OFF the vehicle.)
(6) Make following check. With no vacuum applied
The choke diaphragm adjustment controls the fuel to diaphragm, the CHOKE VALVE SHOULD MOVE
delivery while the engine is running. It positions the FREELY between open and closed positions. If move-
choke valve within the airhorn by action of the link- ment is not free, examine linkage for misalignment
age between the choke shaft and the diaphragm. The or interferences caused by bending operation. Re-
diaphragm must be energized to measure the vacuum peat adjustment if necessary to provide proper
kick adjustment. Use either a distributor test machine link operation.
with a vacuum source, or vacuum supplied by another
vehicle. Choke Unloader (Wide Open Kick)
(1) If adjustment is to be made with engine running, The choke unloader is a mechanical device to par-
disconnect fast idle linkage to allow choke to close tially open the choke valve at wide open throttle. It
to the kick position with engine at curb idle. If an is used to eliminate choke enrichment during crank-
auxiliary vacuum source is to be used, open throttle ing of an engine. Engines which have flooded or
valves (engine not running) and move choke to closed stalled by excessive choke enrichment can be cleared
position. Release throttle first, then release choke. by use of the unloader. Adjust the choke unloader as
(2) When using an auxiliary vacuum source, discon- follows:
nect vacuum hose from carburetor and connect it to (1) Hold throttle valves in wide open position. In-
hose from vacuum supply with a small length of tube sert specified drill (see Specifications) between upper
to act as a fitting. Removal of hose from diaphragm edge of choke valve and inner wall of air horn.
may require forces which damage the system. Apply (2) With a finger lightly pressing against valve, a
a vacuum of 10 or more inches of mercury. slight drag should be felt as drill is being withdrawn.
(3) Insert specified drill (refer to Specifications) be- If an adjustment is necessary, bond unloader tang on
tween choke valve and wall of air horn (Fig. 17). Ap- throttle lever until correct opening has been obtained.
ply sufficient closing pressure on lever to which choke (Fig. 18.)
rod attaches to provide a minimum choke valve open- SPECIAL GAUGE OR LIGHT CLOSING PRESSURE
ing without distortion of diaphragm link. Note that DRILL AT WIDEST ' AGAINS
CHOKE OPENING
link must deflect a wire spring before it reaches end
of travel within lever slot. The link must travel to end
SPECIAL GAUGE OR DRILL
AT WIDEST CHOKE OPENING

FAST IDLE CAM

THROTTLE LEVER
HELD IN WIDE
OPEN /POSITION
-"I -

CLOSING
TO CHOK
Y & i1
Fig. 18-Choke Unloader Adjustment (Wide
Fig. 1 I-Checking Vacuum Kick Setting Open Kick)
0. WWCLFUEL SYSTEM 14-53
Accelerator Pump Travel GAUGE INSERTEDEWLTNT-
CHOKE VALVE WIDE OPEN
To check the accelerator pump travel, (Fig. 19),
proceed as follows: VALVE AND S
(1) With throttle valves fully closed, measure pump
travel from fully closed to fully open throttle.
(2) This travel should be 7/16 inch as shown.
(3) If an adjustment is necessary, bend pump rod
at point shown, using Tool T-109-413, until correct
travel has been obtained.

Bowl Vent Valve Setting


To make bowl vent valve setting, (Fig. 20), proceed
as follows: BOWLVENTLEVER
This setting is made after the pump travel setting. (BEND AT THIS POINT) NK436
(1) With throttle valves at curb idle, there should
be 1/16 inch clearance between bowl vent valve and Fig. 20-Checking Bowl Vent Valve Opening
air horn, when measured (at center of vent valve and
seat) with a gauge or drill shank. Fast /dle Speed Adjustment (OnVehicle)
(2) If an adjustment is necessary, bend bowl vent Fast idle engine speed is used to overcome cold
lever, using Tool T-109-214, until correct opening has engine friction, stalls after cold starts and stalls be-
been obtained. Any adjustment to the accelerator cause of carburetor icing. Set this adjustment after
pump setting, means that the bowl vent must be the vehicle odometer indicates over 500 miles to in-
readiusted. sure a normal engine friction level. Prepare engine
by driving at least 5 miles. Connect a tachometer and
Id,le Speed Adjustment (Standard set the curb idle speed and mixture, then proceed as
Carburetors) follows:
The idle speed adjustment is made after the carbu- (1) With engine off and transmission in PARK or
retor has been installed on the engine. NEUTRAL position, open throttle slightly.
For the best results, it is recommended that ta- (2) Close choke valve about 20" (degrees), then
chometer be used in this adjustment. allow throttle to close. The fast idle speed screw
(1) Turn idle speed screw in or out to obtain 550 should rest on the slowest-speed step of fast idle
rpm. (On vehicles with air conditioning, set idle speed cam (Fig. 21).
at 550 rpm, with air conditioning ON.) Be sure choke
(3) Start engine and determine stabilized speed.
valve is fully open and that fast idle adjusting screw is
not contacting fast idle cam (engine off fast idle). Turn fast idle speed screw in or out to secure specified
(2) Turn each idle mixture screw in or out until
speed. (See Specifications.)
smooth idle has been obtained. (4) Stopping engine between adjustments is not nec-
(3) Readjust to 550 rpm with the idle speed screw. essary. However, reposition fast idle speed screw on
(4) Repeat idle mixture screw adjustment. cam after each speed adjustment to provide correct
throttle closing torque.
CHOKE VALVE WIDE OPEN

KROTTLE
?OM FULLY
CLOSED
TO WIDE
OPEN

BEND bUMP
FAST IDLE SPEED SCREW ON SLOWEST
ROD AS
REQUIRED
I
- SPEED STEP OF THE CAM NK437B
(AT ANGLE) NK435 A
Fig. 2 1--Fast fdle Speed Adjustment
Fig. 19-Accelerator Pump Travel (On Vehicle)
14-54 FUEL SYSTEM-AFB 0

Measure the F l o a t Setting or additional fuel into the bowl, add the necessary fuel
Fuel Level (On the Vehicle) from a clean container.
Remove three short air horn to main body attaching CAUTION: Since the manifolds may be hot, It is dan-
screws. Then remove one long air horn to throttle gerous to spill onto th- surfaces. Therefore, tako
body screw next to fuel bowl and assemble short the necessary precautions to avoid spillage.
screw through main body flange and thread into throt- (6) With only pressure from buoyant float hold-
tle body. Remove long screw from side away from ing lip against inlet needle, check float setting, using
fuel bowl and on opposite side and assemble short Tool 73725 or “T” scale. There should be 5/32 inch
screw through main body flange. Securely tighten. from surface of bowl (gasket removed) to top of float
Remove air horn as follows: at center.
(1)Remove spring clip and disconnect choke If an adjustment is necessary, hold the float on the
operating rod. bottom of the bowl, then bend the float lip toward or
(2) Remove hairpin clip and disconnect fast idle away from the needle, using Tool 73605. Recheck the
rod. 5/32 inch setting again, then repeat the lip bending
(3) Remove hairpin clip that holds pump rod in operation as required.
center slot of pump arm. Disconnect pump rod. CAUTION: When bending the float lip, do not allow
(4) Remove remaining two long screws and lift off the lip to push against the needle as the rubber tip
air horn. can be compressed sufficiently to cause a false setting
Check the float setting as follows: which will affect correct level of fuel in the bowl.
(5) Seat float fulcrum pin by pressing finger After being compressed, the rubber tip is very slow to
against fulcrum pin spring. recover its original shape.
There should be enough fuel in the bowl to raise It is very important that the float lip be perpendicu-
the float so that lip bears firmly against needle. Addi- lar to the needle or slanted not more than 10 degrees
tional fuel may be admitted by slightly depressing the away from the needle when the float is set correctly.
float. If the pressure in the line is insufficient to force (7) Reassemble air horn.

AFB SERIES CARTER CARBURETOR


INDEX
Page Page
Automatic Choke (well type) ................... 2 Idle Speed .................................. 63
Carburetor Adjustments ........................ Secondary Throttle Lever .................... 62
Secondary Throttle lockout .................. 62
60
Accelerator Pump and Bowl Vent ........... 5&63
Bowl Vent Valve ............................ 64 Cleaning Carburetor Parts ..................... 1
Choke Piston Index .......................... 61 Closed Crankcase Vent System (Group %Engine)
Choke Unloader Wide Open Kick) ............ 60 Disassembling the Carburetor ................. 55
Choke Vacuum Kick ......................... 63 General Information ...........................
Inspection and Reassembly ....................
54
Fast Idle Cam Position ...................... 61 58
Fast Idle Speed (On Vehicle) ................ 63 Specif ica tions ................................. 82
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Standard Carter AFBcarburetor models AFB- the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission.
42983 and AFB4299S are used on the 383 cu. in. The carburetor is supplied with a dash pot which is
engine when the vehicles are equipped with the mounted on the air horn. The dash pot (used only on
manual or automatic transmissions respectively. Car- manual transmission equipped vehicles) retards the
buretor Models AFB-4139S (front) and AFB-4343S return of the throttle to idle position, The proper ad-
(rear) are used on the 426 cu. in. engine (Street justment of the dash pot is very Important (See Car-
Hemi), when the vehicles are equipped with the buretor Adjustments.) The Special (CAP-Cleaner Air
manual or automatic transmissions respectively. Package) Carter carburetor model AFB410S is
Carburetor Models AFl3-4326S and AFE34327S are used on the 383 cu. in. engine respectively,,when the
used on the 440 cu. in. engine (High Performance), vehicle is equipped with the automatic transmission.
when the vehicles are equipped with the manual or Carburetor Models AFB4328S and AFB4329S are
automatic transmissions respectively. The Special used on the 440 cu. in. engine (High Performance),
(CAP-Cleaner Air Package) Carter carburetor model when the vehicles are equipped with the manual
AFB-4309S is used on the 383 cu. inch engine when or automatic transmissions respectively. Carburetor
n
v AFB-FUEL SYSTEM 14-55
Models AFB-4324S (front) and AFB-4325S (rear) are €or the step-up rods and pistons. The step-up rods,
used on the 426 cu. in. engine (Street Hemi), when pistons and springs are accessible for service without
the vehicles are equipped with the manual or auto- removing the air horn or the carburetor from the
matic transmissions. All CAP AFl3 carburetors are engine. The venturi assemblies (primary and second-
identified by a green tag mounted on an air horn at- ary) are replaceable and contain many of the calibra-
taching screw. tion points for both the high and low speed system.
Since the service procedures are identical on all One fuel bowl feeds both the primary and secondary
Carter AFB carburetors, the illustrations showing the nozzles on the right side while the other fuel bowl
various disassembly procedures will not always show takes care of the primary and secondary nozzles on
any one specific carburetor. the left side. This provides improved performance in
The throttle valves of the secondary half of the cornering, quick stops and acceleration.
carburetor are mechanically connected to the primary All the major castings of the carburetor are alumi-
valves and open with the primary after an approxi- num, with the throttle body cast integral with the
mate 60" lag; and continue to open until both primary main body. This allows an overall height reduction in
and secondary throttle valves reach the wide open the carburetor. The section containing the accelerator
position simultaneously. As engine speed increases, pump is termed the primary side of the carburetor.
the forces exerted by the velocity of intake air down The rear section is the secondary. The five conven-
through the venturis of the carburetor increases and tional systems used in previous four barrel carburet-
tends to overcome the counterweight attached to the ors are also used in this unit. The five conventional
velocity shaft, permitting the offset velocity valves to systems are, two float systems, two low speed systems,
position themselves according to engine require- (primary side only) two high speed systems, one
ments. accelerator pump system and one automatic choke
The AFB (aluminum four barrel) carburetor con- control system.
tains many features, some of which are the locations

SERVICE PROCEDURES
DISASSEMBLI NG TH E CARBURETOR bly and place to one side to be cleaned as a special
item. A liquid cleaner may damage diaphragm ma-
To disassemble the carburetor for cleaning or over- terial.
haul, (Fig. l),proceed as follows: (8) Remove ten screws that attach air horn to main
(1) Place carburetor assembly on repair stand Tool body. (1 screw in hole in air horn.) Lift air horn
C-3400 or T-109-287s elevating legs. These tools are straight up and away from main body. When remov-
used to protect throttle valves from damage and to ing air horn, use care so as not to bend or damage
provide a suitable base for working. floats. Remove accelerator pump, plunger, lower
(2) Remove hairpin clip that attaches fast idle con- spring from pump cylinder. Remove dash pot (if so
nector rod to choke lever. Disengage rod from lever, equipped).
then swing rod at an arc until it can be disengaged
from fast idle cam. Disassembling the A h Horn
(3) Remove clevis pin that holds throttle connector Place air horn in an inverted position on bench (to
rod in center hole of accelerator pump arm. Remove protect the floats) then proceed to disassemble as fol-
hairpin clip that attaches lower end of rod in primary lows:
throttle shaft lever. Disengage rod from arm and lev- (1) Using a suitable Tool, remove float fulcrum
er, then remove from carburetor. pins, (left and right) then lift float up and out of
(4) Remove screws attaching step-up piston and rod bosses on air horn. It is suggested that the float on the
cover plates. Hold cover down with a finger to prevent pump side be marked so that floats can be reinstalled
piston and rods from flying out. Lift off plates and in their respective positions.
slide step-up pistons and rods out of air horn, (Fig. (2) Remove two needle valves from their respective
2). Remove step-up piston springs. seats, after marking one on pump side for identifica-
(5) Remove vacuum hose between carburetor throt- tion. Using a wide blade screw driver, remove needle
tle body and vacuum diaphragm. valve seats. Be sure each needle valve is returned to
(6) Remove clip from choke operating link and dis- its original seat at reassembly.
engage link from diaphragm plunger (stem) and (3) Remove spring clip that holds throttle con-
choke lever. (Fig. 1). nector rod in center hole of pump arm. Remove pump
(7) Remove vacuum diaphragm and bracket assem- arm pivot screw and lift off pump arm, at same time,
14-56 FUEL SYSTEM-AFB 0

STANDARD CARBURETOR TUBE FITTING NK585B

Fig. I-Carburofor Assembly (AFB)


disengage link from arm and pump stem. Slide ac- (5) Remove fuel inlet fitting and filter screen from
celerator pump plunger and spring out of air horn. air horn.
Remove gasket. (6) Test freeness of choke mechanism in air horn.
(4) Place accelerator pump plunger in a jar of The choke shaft must float free to operate correctly.
clean gasoline or kerosene, to prevent leather from If choke shaft sticks in bearing area, or appears to be
drying out. gummed from deposits in air horn, a thorough clean-
ing will be required.

Main Body Disassembly


(1) Remove screws that attach accelerator pump jet
housing to main body. Lift out jet housing and gasket
(Fig. 3). Discard gasket. Now, invert main body and
drop out discharge check needle from discharge pas-
sage.
(2) Using Tool T-109-58,remove main mebring jets
(primary side), (Fig. 4). The primary and secondary
main metering jets are not interchangeable. It is very
important that these jets be installed in their respec-
tive locations in the main body at reassembly.
(3) Again using Tool T-109-58, remove main meter-
ing jets (secondary side), (Fig. 4).
(4) Remove screws that attach primary venturi
(choke and pump side) to main body. Lift venturi
Fig. 2-Removing or Instuffing Step-up Pistons straight up and away from main body, (Fig. 5). Dis-
and Rods card gaskets. The venturi assemblies are not inter-
n AFB-FUEL SYSTEM 14-57

changeable, side for side and must be reinstalled in


PPIMAPY VENTURI
ACCELEPATOR PUMP ClUSTEP their original locations at reassembly.
ACCELERATOR PUMP (5) Remove screws that attach secondary venturi
HOUSING JET (choke and pump side) to main body. Lift secondary
venturi assemblies straight up and away from body,
ACCELERATOR (Fig. 6). Remove velocity valves (if so equipped.)
(6) Using Tool T-109-59, screw driver bit, remove
accelerator pump intake check valve located inside
fuel bowl, adjacent to accelerator pump cylinder.
On CAP carburetors, do not remove the idle mixture
adjusting screws from the throttle body. These screws
have limited travel and will be broken if removed.
The carburetor now has been disassembled into two
NY587 units, namely air horn and the main and throttle body
Fig. 3 4 e m o v i n g or Installing Accelerator Pump casting. The component parts of each have been dis-
Jet Housing assembled as far as necessary for cleaning and in-
spection.
It is usually not advisable to remove the throttle
shafts or valves unless wear or damage necessitates
the installation of new parts. During the manufacture
of the carburetor, the location of the idle transfer
ports and the idle discharge ports to the valve is care-
fully established for one particular assembly, (Fig. 7).
The valves are milled to give proper port relation.
If new throttle shafts should be installed in an old
worn body, it would be very unlikely that the original
relationship of these ports to the valves would be ob-
tained. A very slight change in the port relationship
to the valves would adversely affect normal carbu-
retor operation, between the speeds of 15 and 30
miles per hour.
(SECONDARY) (2) It is recommended that if the throttle shafts are
MAIN METERING
JET (PRIMARY) (2)
excessively worn, that a new carburetor be installed.
However, if the throttle valves have become nicked,
burred or damaged, new valves may be installed, pro-
viding the following instructions are carefully fol-
Fig. &-Removing or Indulling Muln Metering Jet# lowed. The screws that attach the throttle valves are

Fig. Memoving or Installing Primary Fig. 6-Remwing or lnstalfing Secondary


Vmturi Cluder Venturi Cluster
14-58 FUEL SYSTEM-AFB cr
pliers.
IDLE DISCHARGE PORTS
SPARK (3) Turn idle mixture adjusting screws lightly
ADVANCE PORT PRIMARY THROITLE against their seats, then back off one full turn for an
\ VALVES approximate adjustment. Do not use a screwdriver.
Install velocity valves (if so equipped).
(4) Place new secondary venturi gaskets in posi-
tion, then install secondary venturi (pump and choke
side) by lowering straight down on gaskets. Install
attaching screws and tighten securely. Be sure all the
metering holes and vent tubes are clean, in both the
primary and secondary venturi.
(5) Place new primary venturi gaskets in position,
Fig. I - P Or t S in Rolation to ThmttIo Vdvos then install the primary venturi (pump and choke
staked on the opposite side and care should be used in side) by lowering straight down on gaskets. (Fig. 5).
removal so as not to break the screws in the throttle Install attaching screws and tighten securely.
shaft. Remove the staked portion of the screws with a (6) Install primary and secondary main metering
file. jets, using Tool T-109-58. (Fig. 4.) Tighten jets se-
Remove the screws that attach the primary throttle curely.
valves to the throttle shaft and slide valve (or valves) (7) Install accelerator pump intake check ball using
out of bores. To01 T-109-59.
Remove the screws that attach the secondary throt-
tle valves to the throttle shaft and slide valve (or Accelerator Pump Test
valves) out of bores. (1) Pour clean gasoline into carburetor bowl ( a p
The primary valves and secondary valves are not proximately 1/2 inch deep). Remove accelerator pump
interchangeable and should be kept separate in order plunger from jar of gasoline. Flex leather several
that each may be returned to its respective bore. (Fig. times, then slide into pump cylinder.
8). (2) Install accelerator pump discharge check needle
in discharge passage. Raise pump plunger and press
INSPECTION AND REASSEMBLY lightly on plunger shaft to expel air from pump pas-
sages. Using a small clean brass rod, hold discharge
(1) Slide primary throttle valve (or valves) into check needle firmly on its seat. Again raise plunger
their respective bores, install new screws, but do not and press downward. No fuel should be emitted from
tighten. Be sure idle speed adjusting screw is backed either the intake or discharge passage.
out. Hold valves in place with fingers. (Fingers press- (3) If fuel does emit from intake passage, remove
ing on high side of valves.) intake check ball and reclean the passage. Fuel leak-
(2) Tap valves lightly in this position, tighten age at discharge check needle indicates presence of
screws securely. Stake screws by squeezing with dirt or a damaged check needle. Clean again and
then install a new check needle. Retest for leakage.
SECONDARY VALVE (4) If either intake check assembly or discharge
(BRASS) check needle leaks after above test and service fix,
attempt to reseat as follows:

lntake Check Ball


Remove the intake check assembly from the throt-
tle body. Install a new check assembly, then retest as
described previously.

Discharge Check Needle


(1) With discharge check needle installed, insert a
piece of drill rod down on needle. Lightly tap drill
rod with a hammer to form a new seat. Remove and
PRIMARY VALVE’
discard old needle and install a new one. Retest as
(ALUMINUM)
KF 946A described previously. If service fix does not correct
the condition, a new carburetor will have to be in-
stalled.
0 AFB-FUEL SYSTEM 14-59
(2)Install accelerator pump discharge check J THESE SURFACES MUST BE PARALLEL \
needle, jet housing and gasket. Install housing and
attaching screws. Tighten screws securely.
(3) Press down on accelerator pump plunger shaft,
and as plunger is being depressed, a clear straight
stream should emit from each jet. If streams are not
identical, (if either one is diverted or restricted) a
new accelerator pump jet housing should be installed.
After test, pour gasoline from carburetor bowl and FUEL
BAFF
remove pump plunger.

Assembling the Air Horn


(1)Slide fuel inlet screen into fuel line fitting, then \
:UEL
install in air horn. Tighten securely.
(2) Check to see if leather on accelerator pump
Y
MINIMUM CLEARANCE WITHOUT BINDING
BAFFLE
64x343
plunger is hard, cracked or worn. If any sign of wear
or deterioration is evident, install a new plunger as- Fig. 9-Checking Float Alignment
sembly. horn. To do this, bend float lever. The arms of float
(3) When reassembling, make sure the large diam-
lever should be as parallel as possible to inner sur-
eter of pivot screw enters hole in pump arm and that faces of lugs of casting.
shoulder on screw has not pinched pump arm.
The carburetors are equipped with synthetic rub- Float Level Setting
ber tipped fuel inlet needles. The needle tip is a rub- (1)With air horn inverted, air horn gasket in place
ber material which is not affected by gasoline and is and float needle seated, slide float gauge (refer to
stable over a wide range of temperatures. The tip is specifications for carburetor being worked on) be-
flexible enough to make a good seal on the needle tween top of the float (at outer end) and air horn
seat, and to give increased resistance to flooding. gasket, (Fig. 10).Float should just touch gauge (T-109-
The use of new inlet needles require that care be 106).
used when making float adjustments. Avoid applying (2)Check other float in same manner. If an ad-
any pressure on the floats which might compress the justment is necessary, bend float arm using Tool
tip of the fuel inlet needles. The tip can be com- T-109-22,until correct clearance has been obtained.
pressed sufficiently to cause a false setting which will After bending arm, recheck the float alignment.
affect correct level of fuel in the bowl.
(4) Place a new air horn to main body gasket in Float Drop Setting
position on air horn, then install float needle valve (1)Holding air horn in an upright position, meas-
seats. (Be sure each needle seat and needle is rein- ure distance from the top of floats (outer end) to the
stalled in its original position.) air horn gasket, (Fig. 11). This measurement should
(5) Slide right and left floats into position in air be 3/4 inch. If an adjustment is necessary, bend stop
horn, then install float fulcrum pins. (Be sure marked tabs on float levers until correct drop setting has
float is installed on pump side of the air horn.) See been obtained. Bend tab toward needle seat to lessen
disassembly procedures. drop, or away from seat to increase drop.
(6)After floats have been installed, check float FLOAT
alignment, level and drop settings as follows:

Float Alignment Setting


(1)Sight down side of each float shell to determine
if side of the float is parallel to outer cage of air horn
casting, (Fig. 9).
(2) If sides of float are not in alignment with edge
of casting, bend float lever by applying pressure to
end of float shell with thumb. To avoid damage to
the float, apply only enough pressure to bend the
float lever. 3h /
64x344
(3) After alining floats, remove as much clearance
as possible between arms of float lever and lugs of air Fig. IO-Checking Float Height
14-60 FUEL SYSTEM-AFB 0

R. GASKET IN PLACE
STEP-UP
PISTON SPRING
2 STAGE
STEP-UP PISTON COVER

''
' 4 3 STEPS, I STEP-!P ROD

BEND STOP TABS


EACH FLOAT

64x345
Fig. 12-Step-up Piston, Rod and J e f
Fig. 1 I-Checking Float Drop
cam. Slide other end of rod into choke shaft lever
(2)After floats have been checked and adjusted, and secure with hairpin clip.
continue to assemble carburetor as follows:
(3) Place accelerator pump plunger lower spring in installing the Vacuum Diaphragm
pump cylinder, then lower air horn carefully down Inspect the diaphragm vacuum fitting to be sure
on main body. Care must be taken to center small that the passage is not plugged with foreign material.
brass main bleed tubes so that they will pass through Leak check the diaphragm to determine if it has in-
holes in air horn without being damaged. Be sure ternal leaks. To do this, first depress the diaphragm
the fuel baffles on the air horn, slide down in front, stem, then place a finger over the vacuum fitting to
(bowl side) of the float chamber baffles, or the air seal the opening. Release the diaphragm stem. If the
horn will not index correctly with the main body and stem moves more than 1/16 inch in ten (10)seconds,
can cause the floats to hang up. Be sure the leather the leakge is excessive and the assembly must be
on the plunger does not curl or wrinkle. Accelerator replaced. Install the diaphragm assembly on the car-
pump operation will be affected if this precaution is buretor as follows:
not observed. (1)Assemble to carburetor and tighten attaching
(4) Install 10 air horn attaching screws and tighten screws securely.
securely. (The two long screws should be installed in (2)Install choke operating link in position between
holes that are located at air cleaner mounting surface. diaphragm plunger (stem) and choke lever. Install the
The 1 inch screw at front and 1-1/2inch at rear.) clip to secure.
The change from low speed, best fuel economy, (3) Inspect rubber hose for cracks, before placing it
road load mixtures to richer wide open throttle full on correct carburetor fitting. (Fig. 1).Do not connect
power mixtures is now accomplished in two steps. the vacuum hose to the diaphragm fitting until after
This has made it possible to secure best low speed the vacuum kick adjustment has been made. (See Car-
fuel economy without sacrificing performance in the buretor Ad iustments.)
intermediate speed range. To do this, there is a new
step-up piston and spring assembly, new metering CAR BURET0R ADJUSTMENTS
rods with three diameters, and new style primary
metering jets, (Fig. 12). The following adjustments should be made with the
(5) Slide step-up piston spring into piston cylinders, carburetor on the bench for ease of working, and,
followed by step-up pistons and step-up rods. Install should be made in the following order:
cover plates and attaching screws while holding step-
up pistons down in position. Tighten screws securely. Fast /dle Speed Cam Position Adjustment
(6) Check fit of choke valve in air horn. The valve The fast idle engine speed adjustment should be
should be evenly spaced on all sides. Loosen screws made on the vehicle, as described in the Fast Idle
and reposition if necessary. Speed Adjustment (On the Vehicle Paragraph.) How-
(7) Engage throttle connector rod with primary ever, the Fast Idle Cam Position Adjustment can be
throttle shaft lever, then install hairpin clip. Install made on the bench.
clevis clip to rod and pump arm. This adjustment is important to assure that the
(8) Engage lower end of fast idle connector rod speeds of each cam step occur at the proper time
with fast idle cam, then swing in an arc to lock in during engine warm-up. Adjust as follows:
0 AFB-FUEL SYSTEM 14-61
(1) With fast idle speed adjusting screw contacting
second highest speed step on fast idle cam, move DRILL OR GAUGE
choke valve toward closed position with light pressure
on choke shaft lever.
(2) Insert specified drill (refer to Specifications),be-
tween choke valve and wall of air horn (Fig. 13.)
An adjustment will be necessary if a slight drag is
not obtained as the drill is being removed.
(3)To adjust, bend fast idle connector rod at angle,
using Tool T-109-213until correct valve opening has
been obtained. (Fig. 13.)

Vacuum Kick Adjustment-(This test can be


made ON or OFF the vehicle.)
The choke diaphragm adjustment controls the fuel
delivery while the engine is running. It positions the
choke valve within the airhorn by use of the link-
age between the choke shaft and the diaphragm. The
diaphragm must be energized to measure the vacuum
kick adjustment. Use either a distributor test machine Fig. 14-Checking Choke Vacuum Kick Setting
with a vacuum source, or vacuum supplied by another (3)Insert specified drill (refer to Specifications)
vehicle. between choke valve and wall of air horn. (Fig. 14).
(1) If adjustment is to be made with engine run- Apply sufficient closing pressure on lever to which
ning, disconnect fast idle linkage to allow choke to choke rod attaches to provide a minimum choke
close to kick position with engine at curb idle. If an valve opening without distortion of diaphragm link.
auxiliary vacuum source is to be used, open throttle Note that on most units, a cylinderical stem extends
valves (engine not running) and move choke valve to as an internal spring is compressed. This spring
closed positioned. Release throttle first, then release must be fully compressed for proper measurement
choke. of vacuum kick adjustment.
(2) When using an auxiliary vacuum source, dis- (4) An adjustment will be necessary if a slight drag
connect vacuum hose from carburetor and connect it is not obtained as drill is being removed. Shorten or
to hose from vacuum supply with a small length of lengthen diaphragm link to obtain correct choke
tube to act as a fitting. Removal of hose from dia- opening. Length changes should be made by care-
phragm may require forces which damage the system. fully opening or closing the bend provided in dia-
Apply a vacuum of 10 or more inches of Hg. phragm link. CAUTION: DO NOT APPLY TWISTING
LIGHT
c OR BENDING FORCE TO DIAPHRAGM.
AGAIF -DRILL OR GAUGE (5) Reinstall vacuum hose on correct carburetor
fitting. Return fast idle linkage to its original condi-
tion if disturbed as suggested in step no. 1.
(6)Make following check. With no vacuum applied
to diaphragm, Choke Valve Should Move Freely be-
tween open and closed positions. If movement is not
free, examine linkage for misalignment or inter-
ferences caused by bending operation. Repeat ad-
justment if necessary, to provide proper link opera-
tion.
Choke Unloader Adjustment
The choke unloader is a mechanical device to par-
tially open the choke at wide open throttle. It is
FAST I
used to eliminate choke enrichment during cranking
ADJUS of an engine. Engines which have been flooded or
NK592 A
'1' ANU KIC stalled by excessive choke enrichment can be cleared
OF HIGkIEST STEP by use of the unloader. Adjust the system as follows:
Fig. 1 3 4 a d Idle Cam Position Adjustment (1)Hold throttle valves in wide open position. In-
14-62 FUEL SYSTEM-AFB 0

sert specified drill (refer to Specifications), between


upper edge of choke valve and inner wall of air horn. SCALE
(Fig. 15.)
(2) With a finger lightly pressing against valve, a
slight drag should be felt as drill is being withdrawn.
If an adjustment is necessary, bend unlohder lip on
throttle shaft lever, using Tool T-109-41, until correct
opening has been obtained. (Fig. 15).

Accelerator Pump Adlustment


Move the choke valve to wide open position, to re-
lease the fast idle cam. Back off the idle speed adjust-
ing screw (curb idle) until the throttle valves are
seated in the bores.
Measure the distance from the top of the air horn
to the top of the plunger shaft, using a “T” scale,
(Fig. 16). This distance should be 7/16 inch.
If an adjustment is necessary, bend the throttle
Fig. 16-Checking Accelerator Pump Adjudmon)
connector rod at the lower angle, using Tool T-109-
213, until correct travel has been obtained. closing shoes on the secondary throttle levers, (Mg.
18).
Secondary Throifle Lever Adlustment If an adjustment is necessary, bend the shoe on the
To check the secondary throttle lever adjustment, secondary throttle lever, using Tool T-109-22, until
block the choke valve in the wide open position and correct clearance has been obtained.
invert the carburetor. Slowly open the primary throt-
tle valves until it is possible to measure 21/64 inch Secondary Throttle Lock Out Adlustment
between the lower edge of the primary valve and the Crack the throttle valves, then manually open and
bore (opposite idle port) (Fig. 17). At this measure- close the choke valve. The tang on the secondary
ment, the secondary valves should just start to open. throttle lever should freely engage in the notch of the
If an adjustment is necessary, bend the secondary lockout dog. (Fig. 17).
throttle operating rod at the angle, using Tool T-109- If an adjustment is necessary, bend the tang on the
213, until correct adjustment has been obtained. secondary throttle lever, until engagement has been
With primary and secondary throttle valves in tight- made. Use Tool T-109-22for this operation.
ly closed position, it should be possible to insert After adjustments have been made, reinstall carbu-
Tool T-109-29 (.020”) wire gauge, between positive retor on engine, using a new gasket.
BEND ROD AT THIS ANGLE
e >
11 a
PRIMARY
THROTTLE VALVES
SEC
SH(

-
-&NOTCH OF

“L # 4+- w L 9.””
OPEN% NK600

Flg. 1 5 - C k f f n g Choko U n l d o r (Wid. Opon K k k ) Fig. I l - C k f f n g s.condary l h r o t t l . Adjustment


n AFB-FUEL SYSTEM 14-63

(3) Readjust to 500 r.p.m. with idle speed screw.


(4) Turn each idle mixture adjusting screw in
clockwise direction (leaner) until there is a slight drop
in r.p.m. Now, turn each screw out, counterclockwise
SECONDARY (richer) just enough to regain lost r.p.m.
SHOE (BEND The procedure will assure that the idle has been set
to the leanest possible mixture for smooth idle.
This setting is very important.
Since the correct speed was originally set using the
WIRE GAUGE speed screw, the speed obtained after finding the
leanest smooth idle setting will probably be too fast.
(5) Readjust speed screw to obtain correct idle
speed. Repeat steps 2 and 4 above if necessary.
Fig. IIl-Checking Cleurance Between Closing Shoes After the proper idle speed has been obtained,
connect the sliding link to carburetor and adjust. “See
It is suggested that the carburetor be filled with
Throttle Linkage Adjustment.”
clean gasoline. This will help prevent dirt that is
trapped in the fuel system, from being dislodged by
the free flow of fuel, as the carburetor is primed. Fast Idle Speed Adjustment
(On the Vehicle)
Fast idle engine speed is used to overcome cold
Bowl Vent Valve Adjustment (If so Equipped) engine friction, stalls after cold starts and stalls be-
To check the bowl vent valve adjustment, proceed
as follows: cause of carburetor icing. Set this adjustment after
(1) With throttle valves tightly closed, insert. a vehicle odometer indicates over 500 miles to in-
5/32 + 1/64 inch drill between air horn and valve sure a normal engine friction level. Prepare engine by
at smallest opening. driving at least 5 miles. Connect a tachometer and set
(2) If an adjustment is necessary, bend adjusting curb idle speed and mixture, then proceed as follows:
tang (on pivot end of lever) until correct opening (1) With engine off and transmission in PARK or
has been obtained. NEUTRAL position open throttle slightly.
(2) ON STANDARD CARBURETORS, close choke
Idle Speed Adjustment--(Curb Idle) Standard valve about 20” degrees, then allow throttle to close.
Carburetors The fast idle speed screw should rest on slowest speed
To make the idle speed adjustment, the engine step of fast idle cam. (Fig. 19).
must be thoroughly warmed up. A much more reli- (3) ON CAP CARBURETORS, close choke valve
able idle adjustment can usually be obtained if the until fast idle screw can be positioned on the second
car has been driven a minimum of five miles. For the highest speed step of fast idle cam. (Fig. 19).
best results, it is recommended that a tachometer be (4) Start engine and determine stabilized speed.
used in this adjustment. (Before making the idle Turn fast idle speed screw in or out to secure
speed adjustment observe the following precautions:) specified speed. (Refer to Specifications).
On cars equipped with the automatic transmission, (5) Stopping engine between adjustments is not nec-
disconnect the sliding link of the carburetor to bell- essary. However, reposition fast idle speed screw on
crank rod so that the stop in the transmission will not cam after each speed adjustment to provide correct
interfere with the free movement of the carburetor throttle closing torque.
throttle lever. Special Note: CAP equipped vehicles. Before ad-
To make the idle speed adjustment, proceed as fol- justing idle and/or fast idle speeds and mixtures,
lows: make Sure that the basic timing and the distributor
(1) Turn idle speed screw in or out to obtain 500 control valve are correctly adjusted as outlined under
r.p.m. (With air conditioning On, set idle speed at Idle Speed Adjustment (Curb Idle) CAP Carburetors).
500 r.p.m.) Be sure choke valve is fully open and that
fast idle adjusting screw is not contacting fast idle Dashpot Setting and Adjustment4.A.P.
cam. (Refer to Specifications.) Carburetors
(2) Turn dach idle mixture screw to obtain highest
r.p.m. While making adjustment, carefully watch (Manual Transmission Only)
tachometer and notice that speed can be decreased With the curb idle speed and mixture properly set
by turning screws in either direction from setting and a tachometer installed, position the throttle lever
that gave highest r.p.m. reading. so that the actuating tab on the lever is contacting the
14-64 FUEL SYSTEM-AFB
/= CHOKE VALVE WIDE OPEN
set to a mid position.
(3) Let choke blade go wide open.
(4) Insert an .026 inch wire gauge* into choke pis-
ton slot so that hook on the end goes into slot in
cylinder (Fig. 20.)
(5) Push on choke piston lever thermostat tang
trapping the wire gauge between piston and cylinder
slots with linkage hanging free.
(6) Adjust the link connecting the choke shaft to
the choke piston lever by bending the link at an angle
to give 1/8 drill opening between choke valve and wall
of air horn. Remove wire gauge before bending link.
(7) Reassemble choke, setting the coil one notch
rich and installthe throttle return spring.
ldle S p e d and Mixture Adiustmertf-
AFB 4328S, AFB 43293, AFB 4324s and
AFB 4325s
Connect a tachometer and warm-up the engine to
CHOKE VALVE
WIDE OP-”
6 normal operating temperature. Be sure the choke is
fully off and that the engine is at curb idle, (trans-
mission in Neutral). Proceed as follows:
(1) Turn the idle mixture screws from 1 to 2 turns
open.
(2) Set the idle bypass air screws 2 turns open and
adjust the idle speed to 750 rpm. (Manual or Auto-
matic Transmissions).
The idle bypass air screw is located at the front of
1FAFAXE
each carburetor body flange, between the two idle
mixture screws. Adjust the idle mixture screws on
each carburetor for maximum rpm. Repeat on each
FAST IDLE S AP carburetor.
ARBURETORS
*This gauge can be made by bending a piece of .026 x
1 ,
SCREW ON THE
HIGHEST STEP OF 2 (inches long) wire bent at a right angle (1/8”) as
THE CAM NN707 shown. If this size wire is not readily available, .026
inch step-up wire used in BBD Carburetors can be
Flg. 194ast Idle Speed Adjustment (On Vehicle) bent to shape and used for this purpose.
stem of the dashpot but not depressing it. The ta-
chometer should read 2000 rpm if the setting is cor-
rect. To adjust the setting if necessary, screw the
I .026” GAUGE

dashpot in or out as required. When the desired set-


ting is obtained, tighten the lock nut on the dashpot
against the bracket.
To set the idle speed on CAP. vehicles, refer to
the Fuel System General Information Paragraph.

CHOKE PISTON INDEX (AFB-4139, 4343, 4324


and 43253 Carburetors Only)
The choke piston should be indexed to provide
proper fuel delivery during warm-up, proceed as fol-
lows:
(1) Remove choke housing retainer ring, heat tube
cap and choke coil housing, baffle plate and gasket.
(2) Remove throttle return spring so throttle can be Flg. 2O-Choke Pisfon Indexhg
0 FUEL PUMP-FUEL SYSTEM 14-65
Before attaching the rod at each carburetor, check be rechecked and rebalanced in the outside ambient
the transmission to throttle linkage adjustments, so temperature after a five mile or more road test. This
that the idle position is not disturbed. readjustment will prevent rough engine idle perform-
Accurate carburetor synchronization or balance ance and possible engine stalling when the vehicle is
is extremely important and when performed should returned to the owner.

FUEL PUMP
INDEX
Page Page
General Information ........................... 6!5 Specifications ................................. 86
Service Diagnosis ............................. 65 Testing Fuel Pump (on car) .................... 66
GENERAL INFORMATION
Fuel pump Model MS-3674s (Fig. l), is used ex- the camshaft and the fuel pump rocker arm.) This
clusively on the 170/225 cubic i n c h 6 cylinder en- action l i f t s the pull rod and diaphragm upwards
gine. Model MS3962S (Fig. 2) is used on the 318 against the fuel pump main spring, thus creating a
cubic inch V-8 engine and the 273 cu. in. engine. vacuum in the valve housing and opens the inlet valve
Model MS-3672s (Fig. 3) i s used on the 383, 426 and fuel is drawn into the valve housing chamber. On
and 440 cubic inch engine. the return stroke the main spring forces the dia-
The fuel pumps are driven by an eccentric cam phragm to the down position, which closes the inlet
that is cast on the camshaft in the 170/225, 383 and valve and expels the fuel in the valve housing cham-
426, 440 cubic inch engines, or by a pressed steel ec- ber through the outlet valve, to the fuel filter and the
centric cam mounted on the gear end of the camshaft carburetor.
in the 273,318 cubic inch engine. The fuel filter should be changed every 24,000
As the camshaft rotates, the eccentric cam presses miles, to insure having an unrestricted flow of fuel at
down on the pump rocker arm. (On the 383, 426 and all times. Do not attempt to clean.
440 cubic inch engine, a push rod operates between

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
FUEL PUMP LEAKS- (a) Worn, ruptured or torn diaphragm. (a) Install new pump.
FUEL (b) Loose diaphragm mounting plates. (b) Install new pump.
Loose inlet or outlet line fittings. (c) Tighten line fittings.
FUEL PUMP LEAKS- Cracked or deteriorated pull rod oil (a) Install new pump.
OIL seal.
Loose rocker arm pivot pin. (b) Install new pivot pin.
Loose pump mounting bolts. (c) Tighten mounting bolts securely.
Defective pump to block gasket. (d) Install new gasket.
Vent in tank filler cap restricted. (This (a) Install new cap, and inspect tank for
will also cause collapsed fuel tank.) leaks.
Leaks in fuel line or fittings. (b) Tighten line fittings.
Dirt or restriction in fuel tank. (c) Install new fuel filter and clean out
tank.
Worn, ruptured, or torn diaphragm. (d) Install new pump.
Frozen gas lines. (e) Thaw lines and drain tank.
Improperly seating valves. (f) Install new fuel pump.
Vapor lock. (g) Install heat shield where lines or
pump are near exhaust.
Low Pressure. (h) Install new fuel pump.
Incorrect fuel pump. (i) Install correct fuel pump.
Restricted fuel filter. (j) Install new filter.
Loose mounting bolts. (a) Tighten mounting bolts.
Scored or worn rocker arm. (b) Install new fuel pump.
Weak or broken rocker arm spring. (c) Install new spring.
14-66 FUEL SYSTEM-FUEL

64x415

Fig. 3 - f u e l Pump Asembly (383,426 and 440


Cu. In. Engine)
Fig. 1 J u e l Pump Assembly f 170-225 Cu. In. Engine)

SERVICE PROCEDURES
TESTING FUEL PUMP (On Car) reading will result.
(4) Connect a tachometer, then start engine and
If the fuel pump fails to supply fuel properly to the run at 500 r.p.m. The reading should be from 3-1/2to
carburetor, the following tests should be made before 5 p.s.i. (or from 5 to 7 p.s.i, depending on pump) and
removing the fuel pump from the vehicle. remain constant or return to zero very, very slowly
when engine is stopped. An instant drop to zero in-
Pressure resf dicates a leaky outlet valve. If pressure is too low a
If leakage is not apparent, test pump for pressure, weak diaphragm main spring, or improper assembly
as follows: of diaphragm may be cause. If pressure is too high,
(1)Insert a “T” fitting in fuel line at carburetor, main spring is too strong.
(Fig. 4).
(2) Connect a 6 inch piece of hose between “T”

m
Vacuum Test
fitting and gauge G3411. (The hose should not exceed
6 inches. A longer hose may collect fuel and the addi-
The vacuum test should be made with the fuel line
tional weight of fuel would be added to pressure of disconnected from the carburetor. (”his will allow the
pump and result in an inaccurate reading.)
(3)Vent pump for a few seconds (this relieves air
trapped in fuel chamber). If this is not done, pump
R.P.M
will not operate at full capacity and low pressure
I TACHOMETER I
(ENGINE SPEED)

F U W
KR345
64x414A

Fig. 2 4 - I Pump h m b l y (318 Cu. In. €n#lno) Fig. 44nrurn Tosting Fud Pump
0 FUEL TANK-FUEL SYSTEM 14-67
pump to operate at full capacity, which it must do to the inlet fitting while the line is disconnected.
prime a dry carburetor.) The minimum reading (1) Start engine or turn over with starting motor.
should be at least 10 inches of vacuum at 500 r.p.m. (2) There should be a noticeable vacuum present,
with the fuel line disconnected at the carburetor. not alternated by blowback.
(3) If blowback is present, inlet valve is not seating
Volume Test properly and a new pump should be installed.
minute pump
The or less should
at 500 r.p.m. quart Of in If fuel pump does not perform to above test re-
quirements, fuel pump should be removed from the
Inlet Valve Test vehicle.
To test the inlet valve, connect a vacuum gauge on

FUEL TANK
INDEX
Page Page
General Information ........................... 67 Removing Fuel Tank .......................... 68
Installing Fuel Tank ........................... 68 Removing Fuel Tank (Station Wagon) .......... 69
Installing Fuel Tank (Station Wagon) ........... 70
GENERAL INFORMATION
The fuel tank conventional models (111” wheel- If a car is to be stored for any appreciable length of
base) is located at the rear of the body, under the time, the gasoline should be drained from the entire
trunk compartment floor, (Figs. 1 or 2). The filler tube system in order to prevent gum formation. If the vo.
is located in the left rear quarter panel. hicle has been undercoated, be sure the tank vent
The fuel tank on all models (116.5” wheelbase) tube is open. If this vent is plugged, a collapsed fuel
is located at the rear of the body under the trunk tank will result.
compartment floor, (Fig. 3). The fuel tank on all 111” wheelbase models has

63x644

Fig. I J u d Tank Assembly f I I I inch W / 6 Vehicled


14-68 FUEL SYSTEM-FUEL TANK 0

VENT TUBE ASSY.

HOSE-STA. W A G O N

HOSE-SEDAN

SCREW-(3)

I-

ND260B
LTANK
ASSY. SLEEVE.

Fig. 24iller Tube Assembly ( 1 1 1 Inch W / B Vehicles)


an 18 gallon capacity (Imperial 15). The fuel tank on 4). The filter an the end of the suction pipe is a
all conventional 116.5” W/B cars has a 19 gallon replaceable unit and prevents the entry of water or
capacity (Imperial 15-3/4). The fuel tank is fitted foreign material. When installing a tank unit, be sure
with a gauge unit, including the suction pipe, (Fig. the filter is pushed down on the pipe until seated.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
REMOVING FUEL TANK around joint and work into grommet, after sliding
dust shield out of way.)
Should it become necessary to remove a fuel tank (6) Twist (or rotate) filler tube approximately 180
for repair, gauge removal, or installation of a new degrees, then work tube carefully out of tank and
tank (Figs. 1 and 2),proceed as follows: dust shield seal. Remove tube from inside of trunk
(1) Drain fuel tank dry by disconnecting fuel line compartment.
at pump and then connect a siphon tube. Collect (7) Remove nut that holds tank retaining strap to
drained fuel in a suitable container. Disconnect fuel “J” bolt. Allow strap to drop or hang, then lower tank
line ground strap and wire lead to gauge unit. (Right and remove from under car.
side near top of tank.) (8) Remove tank gauge unit, using spanner wrench
(2) Disconnect vent tube from filler tube at con- C-3582.Slide gauge assembly out of fuel tank. Discard
nect or. gasket.
(3)Remove 3 screws that hold filler tube and gas- (9) If necessary check operation of fuel gauge, as
ket, to rear quarter panel. described in Electrical Section of Manual.
(4) &move 5 screws and washers that attach filler
tube seal to floor pan, then remove end of vent tube INSTALLING FUEL TANK I l l ” W/B SEDANS
from seal.
(5) Grasp filler tube with both hands, twist tube, Before installing the fuel gauge, check the condi-
and at same time, force downward into tank, until tion of the filter on the end of the suction tube. If the
end of tube clears quarter panel. Remove gasket. (If filter is plugged, install a new filter.
tube is frozen in tank, use a rubber lubricant To install the fuel tank, (Fig. l), proceed as follows:
0 FUEL TANKS-FUEL SYSTEM 14-69

TER FILLER TUBE

INNER FILLING VENT T OUTER FILLING

LLER TUBE ELBOW

TER FILLING VENT ELBOW

KEYSTONE CLAMP

INTERMEDIATE FILLING VENT T

INNER FILLER TUBE


NN783

Fig. 3 4 u e l Tank Assembly ( 1 16.5 Inch W / B Vehicles)


(1) Install a new rubber grommet in tank. Insert a (6) Reconnect fuel supply line, ground strap and
new gasket in fuel gauge opening recess then slide wire lead to gauge.
gauge into tank. Align positioning tangs on gauge (7) Refill tank and check for leaks.
with those in tank. Install lockring, then tighten se-
curely, using Tool (2-3582. REMOVING FUEL TANK 116.5” W/B MODELS
(2)Slide tank under car and up in position. Hold Sedans and Station Wagons
tank in this position, then raise retaining strap and To remove the fuel tank, (Fig. 3) proceed as fol-
thread onto the “J” bolt. Install attaching nut, and lows:
tighten securely. (Not over 60 inch-pounds.) (1) Disconnect rubber elbows from inner filler tube
(3)Lubricate rubber grommet using a suitable and intermediate filling vent tube.
rubber lubricant, then slide filler tube down through (2) Remove bolts from intermediate vent tube and
dust seal and into tank, far enough to clear quarter inner filler tube attaching brackets to frame mem-
panel. Twist (or rotate) filler tube 180 degrees and bers.
align with opening in quarter panel. Install a new (3)Remove inner filler tube from tank.
gasket over end of tube, then slowly withdraw tube (4) Cut Keystone clamp from rubber elbow connec-
from tank and into position against quarter panel. tion between inner and intermediate filling vent tube
Align attaching screw holes; install screws and tight- and disconnect.
en securely. Slide vent tube through seal. (5) Disconnect fuel gauge sending unit, lead wire,
(4) If dust seal was disturbed during removal oper- ground strap and fuel line.
ation, realign and tighten attaching screws securely. (6) Remove “Question Mark” bolt and strap.
(5) Reconnect vent tube to filler tube connector.. (7) Lower tank and remove from under vehicle.
1470 FUEL SYSTEMTHROTTLE LINKAGE Q

and intermediate filling vent tube.


FUEL SUPPLY TUBE
(2) Remove quarter panel to filler tube attaching
I n screws.
(3) Remove floor pan to filler tube rubber end
attaching screws.
(4) Remove outer filler tube from underneath ve-
hicle.

INSTALLING THE FILLER TUBE-


LOCATING
TANGS FILTER
116.5” W/B MODELS
/
1
\ Station Wagons
SUCTION TUBE /-- (1) Slide rubber floor pan to outer filler tube seal
FLOAT’
NY1280 on outer filler tube, outer filling vent tube, and
atmospheric vent tube.
Fig. 4-Fud Gauge (Tank Unit) (2) Position Corbin clamp on outer filler tube and
FUEL TANK INSTALLATION new Keystone clamp on outer filling vent tube, slide
116.5” W/B MODELS rubber elbows on tubes, and fasten clamps securely to
avoid leaks.
Sedans and Station Wagons (3) On station wagons, outer filler tube and rubber
To install the fuel tank, (Fig. 3), proceed as follows: elbow assembly should be installed from underneath
(1) Install “T”end of strap in longitudinal.
through floor pan, install attaching screws and tight-
(2) Install rubber elbow on filling vent tube. Se-
en securely.
curely fasten new Keystone clamp to avoid leaks.
(3) Raise tank into position, install “Question Mark”
bolt in keyhole slot, and tighten to 60 in-lbs. REMOVING THE OUTER FILLER TUBE-
(4) Slide Keystone clamp on rubber elbow and in- 116.5” W/B MODELS
sert intermediate filling vent tube through longitudi-
nal into rubber elbow. Securely fasten keystone clamp Sedans
(1) Disconnect rubber elbows from inner filler tube
(using special tool). and intermediate filling vent tube.
(5) Lubricate rubber grommet with lubriplate and
(2) Disconnect outer filler tube attaching screw
install inner filler tube.
from tunnels.
(6)Lubricate rubber elbows and slide intermediate
(3) Remove outer filler tube from underneath car.
vent tube and inner filler tube into elbows. (Be sure
clamps are installed on tube before installing.) Fasten
Keystone clamp to intermediate vent tube elbow and INSTALLING THE FILLER TUBE-
Corbin clamp to outer filler tube elbow securely to 116.5” W/B MODELS
avoid leaks.
Sedans
REMOVING THE OUTER FILLER TUBE- (1) Install outer filler from underneath into filler
116.5” W/B MODELS tube housing and install attaching screw through
tunnels and tighten securely.
Station Wagons
(1) Disconnect rubber elbows from inner filler tube

THROTTLE LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT


Automatic Transmission (Fig. 1 ) choke valve in full open position. Open throttle
(Coronet and Charger with 3 18,383 or 440 slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbu-
Cu. In. Eng.) retor to curb idle.
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on (3) Hold or wire transmission lever (11) firmly
accelerator shaft (3) where it turns in bracket, forward against its stop, while performing adjust-
pivot points of both upper (6) and lower (7) linkage ments in the next four steps. It is important that tho
bellcranks, ball end and support (14) at rear end of lever remains against the stop during these steps to
throttle cable. insure a correct adjustment.
(2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block (4)With a 3/16” diameter rod (9)placed in the
0 THROlTLE LINKAGE-FUEL SYSTEM 14-71

Fig. 1--Throttle Linkage Adlustmen?-3 18383 and 440 Engines Coronet

holes provided in the upper bellcrank (6) and lever, (10)Back off ferrule (5) 1/4”. This provides 1/4”
adjust length of intermediate transmission rod (10) free play between front edge of accelerator shaft
by means of threaded adjustment (2) at upper end. lever and the dash bracket. Tighten cable clamp nut
The ball socket (2) must line up with the ball end with (4)to 45 inch-pounds.
a slight downward effort on rod. (11) Connect choke (8)rod or remove blocking fix-
(5)Assemble ball socket (2) to ball end and remove ture.
3/16” rod (9) from upper bellcrank and lever.
(6) Disconnect return spring (13), then adjust
length of carburetor rod (12)by pushing rearward on Manual Transmission (Fig. I)
rod with a slight effort and turning the threaded ad- (Coronet and Charger with 3 18,383 or
justment (1).The rear end of slot should contact car- 440 Cu. In. Eng.)
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on
buretor lever pin without exerting any forward force accelerator shaft (3)where it turns in bracket, ball
on pin when slotted adjuster link (1)is in its normal end and support (14)at rear end of throttle cable.
operating position against lever pin nut.
(7) Assemble slotted adjustment (1) to carburetor (2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block
lever pin and install washer and retainer pin. As- choke valve in full open position. Open throttle
semble transmission linkage return spring (13) in slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbure-
place. tor to curb idle.
(8)Remove wire securing transmission lever, then (3)Loosen cable clamp nut (4), adjust position of
check transmission linkage freedom of operation, cable housing ferrule (5)in the clamp so that all slack
move slotted adjuster link (1)to full rearward posi- is removed from cable with carburetor at curb idle.
tion, then allow it to return slowly, making sure it To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (5)in the
returns to full forward position. clamp in direction away from carburetor lever.
(9) Loosen cable clamp nut (4),adjust position of (4)Back off ferrule (5) 1/4”. This provides 1/4”
cable housing ferrule (5) in the clamp so that all cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut (4) to
slack is removed from cable with carburetor at curb 45 inch-pounds.
idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (5) (5)Connect choke (8)rod or remove locking fix-
in the clamp in direction away from carburetor lever. ture.
14-72 FUEL S Y S T E M T H R O T T L E LINKAGE 0

Automatic Transmission (Fig. 2) carburetor lever pin without exerting any forward
(Coronet with 273 or 3 18 Cu. In. Eng.) force on pin when slotted adjuster link (1) is in its
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on normal operating position against lever pin nut.
accelerator shaft (3) where it turns in bracket, pivot (7) Assemble slotted adjustment (1) to carburetor
points of both upper (6) and lower (7) linkage bell- lever pin and install washer and retainer pin. As-
cranks, ball end and pocket (14) at rear end of throttle semble transmission linkage return spring (13) in
cable. place.
(2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block (8) Remove wire securing transmission lever, then
choke valve in full open position. Open throttle slight- check transmission linkage freedom of operation,
ly to release fast idle cam, then return carburetor move slotted adjuster link (1) to the full rearward
to curb idle. position, then allow it to return slowly, making
(3) Hold or wire transmission lever (11) firmly sure it returns to the full forward position.
forward against its stop while performing adjust- (9) Loosen cable clamp nut (4), adjust the position
ments in the next four steps. I t is important that of the cable housing ferrule (5) in the clamp so
the lever remains firmly against the stop during these that all slack is removed from the cable with the
steps to insure a correct adjustment. carburetor at curb idle. To remove slack from the
(4) With a 3/16” diameter rod (9) placed in the cable, move the ferrule (5) in the clamp in direction
holes provided in upper bellcrank and lever, adjust away from the carburetor lever.
length of intermediate transmission rod (10) by (10) Back off ferrule (5) 1/4”. This provides 1/4”
means of the threaded adjustment at upper end. The free play between the front edge of the accelerator
ball socket (2) must line up with the ball end with a shaft lever and the dash bracket. Tighten cable clamp
slight downward effort on rod. nut (4) to 45 inch-pounds.
(5) Assemble ball socket (2) to ball end and remove (11) Connect choke (8) rod or remove blocking fix-
5/16” rod (9) from upper bellcrank and lever. ture.
(6) Disconnect return spring (13), then adjust
length of carburetor rod (12) by pushing rearward Manual Transmission(Fig. 2)
on rod with a slight effort and turning the threaded (Coronet with 273 or 3 18 Cu. In. Eng.)
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on

Fig. 2-throttle linkage Adjustment-273-3 18 Engines Coronet


0 THROITLE LINKAGE-FUEL SYSTEM 14-73
accelerator shaft (3) where it turns in bracket, ball tor to curb idle.
end and support (14)at rear end of throttle cable. (3) Hold or wire transmission lever (11) firmly
(2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block forward against its stop while performing adjust-
choke valve in full open position. Open throttle ments in the next four steps. I t is important that the
slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbure- lever remains firmly against the stop during these
tor to curb idle. steps to insure a correct adjustment.
(3)Loosen cable clamp nut (4), adjust position of (4)With a 3/16 inch diameter rod (9) placed in the
cable housing ferrule (5) in the clamp so that all holes provided in upper bellcrank (6)and lever, adjust
slack is removed from cable with carburetor at curb length of intermediate transmission rod (10)by means
idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (5) of threaded adjustment at upper end. The ball socket
in the clamp in direction away from carburetor lever. (2)must line up with the ball end with a slight down-
(4)Back off ferrule (5) 1/4”. This provides 1/4” ward effort on rod.
cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut (4)to (5) Assemble ball socket (2) to ball end and remove
45 inch-pounds. the 3/16 inch rod (9)from upper bellcrank and lever.
(5) Connect choke (8) rod or remove blocking fix- (6) Adjust length of carburetor rod (12)by pushing
ture. rearward on rod with a slight effort and turning
threaded adjustment (1)so that ball socket lines up
Automatic Transmission (Fig. 3 ) with ball end on carburetor lever.
(Dart with 273 Cu. In. Eng.) (7) Assemble ball socket (1)to ball end, then remove
(1)Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on wire securing transmission lever.
accelerator shaft (3)where it turns in bracket, anti- (8) Loosen cable clamp nut (13),adjust position of
rattle spring (5) where it contacts shaft (4),pivot cable housing ferrule (14) in the clamp so that all
points of both upper (6)and lower (7)linkage bell- slack is removed from the cable with carburetor at
cranks, ball end and pocket (15)at rear end of throttle curb idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule
cable. (14)in the clamp in direction away from carburetor
(2)Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block lever.
choke valve in full open position. Open throttle (9) Back off ferrule (14) 1/4 inch. This provides
slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbure- 1/4 inch free play between front edge of accelerator
/ /- - - -7, A

Fig. 3--Throttle linkage Adiudment-273 Engine Dart


14-74 FUEL SYSTEMTHROTTLE LINKAGE 0

shaft lever and the dash bracket. Tighten cable clamp accelerator shaft (1) where it turns in bracket, anti-
nut to 45 inch-pounds. rattle spring (2) where it contacts shaft, bellcrank
(10) Connect choke rod (8) or remove blocking fix- pivot pin (8), ball end and pocket (11) at rear end of
ture. throttle cable.
(2) Disconnect choke (4) at carburetor or block
Manual lransmission (Fig. 3) choke valve in full open position. Open throttle
(Dart with 273 Cu. In. Eng.) slightly to release fast idle cam, then return car-
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on
buretor to curb idle.
accelerator shaft (3) where it turns in bracket, anti- (3) Hold or wire transmission lever (9) firmly
rattle spring (5) where it contacts shaft (4), ball forward against its stop while performing the next
end and pocket (15) at rear end of throttle cable. two steps. I t is important that the lever remains firmly
(2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block
against the stop during these steps to insure a cor-
choke valve. in full open position. Open throttle rect adjustment.
slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbure- (4) ,Adjust length of transmission rod (10) by
tor to curb idle. pushing rearward on rod with a slight effort and turn-
(3) Loosen cable clamp nut (13), adjust position of
ing threaded adjustment (7). The ball socket (7) must
cable housing ferrule (14) in the clamp so that all be at the same height and line up directly with the
slack is removed from cable with carburetor at curb ball end.
idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (14) (5) Assemble ball socket (7) to ball end, then re-
in the clamp in direction away from carburetor lever. move wire securing transmission lever.
(4) Back off ferrule (14) 1/4 inch to provide 1/4
(6) When carburetor throttle is opened, the trans-
inch cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut to mission lever (9) should begin its travel at the same
45 inch-pounds.
time with no vertical movement of lever or vertical
(5) Connect choke rod (8) or remove blocking fix-
movement of rod (10) in the lever.
ture. (7) Loosen cable clamp nut (5), adjust position of
Automatic Transmission (Fig. 4) cable housing ferrule (6) in the clamp so that all slack
(Dart with 170 or 225 Cu. In. Eng.) is removed from the cable with carburetor at curb
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (6)

Fig. 4-Throttk Linkage Adjustment- 170-225 Engine bar)


n THROTLE LINKAGE-FUEL SYSTEM 14-75
in the clamp in direction away from carburetor lever. Automatic Transmission (Fig. 5 )
(8) Back off ferrule (6) 1/4 inch. This provides (Coronet with 225 Cu. In. Eng.)
1/4 inch free play between dash mounted accelerator (1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on
lever and the bracket. Tighten cable clamp nut to 45 accelerator shaft (3) where it turns in bracket, bell-
inch-pounds. crank pivot pin (7), ball end and support (10) at rear
(9) Connect choke rod (4) or remove blocking fix- end of throttle cable.
ture. (2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block
choke valve in full open position. Open throttle
Manual Transmission (Fig. 4) slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbu-
(Dart with I70 or 225 Cu. In. Eng.) retor to curb idle.
(1)Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on (3) Hold or wire transmission lever (9) firmly for-
accelerator shaft (1) where it turns in bracket, anti- ward against its stop while performing adjustments in
rattle spring (2) where it contacts shaft, ball end and the next two steps. It is important that the lever re-
pocket (11) at rear end of throttle cable. mains against the stop during these steps to insure a
correct adjustment.
(2) Disconnect choke (4) at carburetor or block
(4) Adjust the length of transmission rod (6) by
choke valve in full open position. Open throttle
pushing rearward on rod with a slight effort and
slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbu-
retor to curb idle. turning the threaded adjustment (1). The rear end of
slot should contact carburetor lever pin without
(3) Loosen cable clamp nut (5), adjust position of exerting any forward force on pin when slotted ad-
cable housing ferrule (6) in the clamp so that all slack juster link (1) is in its normal operating position
is removed from cable with carburetor at curb idle. against lever pin nut.
To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (6) in the (5) Assemble slotted adjuster link (1) to carburetor
clamp in direction away from carburetor lever. lever pin and install washer and retainer pin. As-
(4) Back off ferrule (6) 1/4 inch to provide 1/4 semble transmission linkage return spring (2) in
inch cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut to place.
45 inch-pounds. (6) Remove wire securing transmission lever, then
(5) Connect choke rod (4) or remove blocking fix- check transmission linkage freedom of operation,
ture. move slotted adjuster link (1) to full rearward posi-

Fig. 5-throttle Linkage Adjustment-225 Engine Coronet


14-76 FUEL SYSTEM-THROTTLE LINKAGE- 0

tion, then allow it to return slowly, making sure it (4) Back off ferrule (5) 1/4”. This provides 1/4”
returns to full forward position. cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut (4) to
(7) Loosen cable clamp nut (4), adjust position of 45 inch-pounds.
cable housing ferrule (5) in the clamp so that all slack (5) Connect choke (8) rod or remove blocking fix-
is removed from cable with carburetor at curb idle. ture.
To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (5) in the
clamp in direction away from carburetor lever.
(8) Back off ferrule (5) 1/4”. This provides 1/4” Automatic Transmission (Fig. 6 )
cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut (4) to (With Hemi Engine)
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on
45 inch-pounds.
accelerator shaft (19) where it turns in bracket and
(9) Connect choke rod (8) or remove blocking fix-
roller, pivot points at both upper (6) and lower (7)
ture. linkage bellcranks, ball end and support (21) at rear
end of throttle cable.
Manual Transmission (Fig. 5 ) (2) Block choke valve in full open position. Open
(Coronet with 225 Cu. In. Eng.) throttle slightly to release fast idle cam, then return
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on carburetor to curb idle.
accelerator shaft (3) where it turns in bracket, ball (3) Hold or wire transmission lever (10) firmly
end and support (10) at rear end of throttle cable. forward against its stop, while performing adjust-
(2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block ments in the next four steps. It is important that the
choke valve in full open position. Open throttle lever remains against the stop during these steps to
slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbure- insure a correct adjustment.
tor to curb idle. (4) With a 3/16” diameter rod (8) placed in the
(3) Loosen cable clamp nut (4), adjust position of holes provided in upper bellcrank and lever (15), ad-
cable housing ferrule (5) in the clamp so that all just length of intermediate transmission rod (9) by
slack is removed from cable with carburetor at curb means of threaded adjustment at upper end. (The ball
idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (5) socket must line up with the ball end with the rod
in the clamp in direction away from carburetor lever. held upward against the transmission stop (10).

NN974A

Fig. 6-Throff le Linkage Adjustment- Hemi Engine Coronet-Charrger


0 SPEC1FlCAT1ONS 14-77
(5) Assemble ball socket to ball end and remove length of connector rod (4) so that front carburetor
3/16" rod (8) from upper bellcrank and lever (15). is also at wide open throttle. To lengthen this rod (4),
(6) Disconnect return spring ( l l ) , adjust length of turn adjusting stud (17) clockwise as viewed from
rod (20) by pushing rearward on rod with a slight front of engine. Tighten the lock nut (18).
effort and turning threaded adjuster link (2). The rear (13) Remove choke valve blocking fixture.
end of slot should contact carburetor lever stud
without exerting any forward force on the stud when Manual Transmission(Fig. 6 )
slotted adjuster link is in its normal operating posi- (With Hem; Engine)
tion. (1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on
(7) Assemble slotted adjuster link (2) to carburetor accelerator shaft (19) where it turns in bracket and
lever stud and install washer and retainer pin. As- roller, ball end and support (21) at rear end of throt-
semble transmission linkage return spring (11) in tle cable.
place. (2) Block choke valve in full open position. Open
(8) Remove wire securing transmission lever, then throttle slightly to release fast idle cam, then return
check transmission linkage freedom of operation, carburetor to curb idle.
move slotted adjuster link (2) to full rearward posi- (3) Loosen cable clamp nut (12), adjust position
tion, then allow it to return slowly, making sure it of cable housing ferrule (13) in the clamp (14) so that
returns to the full forward position against the stud. all slack is removed from cable with rear carburetor
(9) Loosen cable clamp nut (12), adjust position of at curb idle. To remove slack from cable, move fer-
cable housing ferrule (13) in the clamp (14) so that rule (13) in the clamp (14) in direction away from
all slack is removed from cable with rear carburetor carburetor lever.
at curb idle. (To remove slack from cable, move fer- (4) Back off ferrule (13) 1/4". This provides 1/4"
rule (13) in clamp (14) in direction away from car- free play between front edge of accelerator shaft
buretor lever.) lever and dash bracket. Tighten clamp (14) to 45 inch-
(10) Back off ferrule (13) 1/4". This provides 1/4" pounds.
free play between front edge of accelerator shaft (5) Attach carburetor rod (4) assembly between
lever and dash bracket. Tighten clamp (14) to 45 the carburetors with slotted rod end (16) attached to
inch-pounds. outboard side of inboard lever on rear carburetor.
(11) Route cable so it does not interfere with car- With rear carburetor at wide open throttle, adjust
buretor rod (20) or upper bellcrank (15) throughout length of connector rod (4) so that front carburetor
full throttle linkage travel. is also at wide open throttle. To lengthen this rod (4),
(12) Attach carburetor rod assembly (4) between turn adjusting stud (17) clockwise as viewed from
the carburetors with slotted rod end (16) attached front of engine. Tighten lock nut (18).
to outboard side of inboard lever on rear carburet- (6) Remove choke valve blocking fixture.
or. With rear carburetor at wide open throttle, adjust

S PECIFICATI0NS
CARBURETOR SPECIFICATIONS
BBS Carburetor
TY Pe Manual Trans. Auto Trans. Manual Trans. Auto Trans. Taxi
Ball and Ball Single Throat Standard CAP-Cleaner Air Package
Model
BBS4286S BBS-4287S BBS-4302S BBS-4303S BBS-4173s
Engine Displacement (Cu. In.) 170 170 170 170 225
Bore ........................... 1-9116" 1-9116" 1-9116" 1-9116" 1-9116"
Venturi ......................... 1-114" 1-114'' 1-1/ 4" 1-114" 1-1/ 4"
Main Metering Jet
Standard ..................... #120-267S #120-267S # 120-2678 # 120-2673 # 120-209s
One Step Lean ............... #120-264S #la2648 # 120-264s # 120-264s # 120-211s
2 Steps Lean ................. #126-2658 #12@265S # 120-2658 # 120-2658 # 120-210s
Step-U p Wire (Standard) ........ 75-1593 75-1590 75-1593 75-1594 75-1208
Dia meter ..................... (.026") (.030") (.026") (.029") (.023")
ADJUSTMENTS
Float Setting ................... 114" 114" 114" 114" 9132"
Choke Unloader ................. 3116" 3116" 3116" 3116" 31 16"
14-78 SPECIFICATIONS 0

Fast Idle Cam Position .......... #48 #48 #48 #48 #48
Vacuum Kick (drill size) ......... #20 #41 #20 # 28 #20
Bowl Vent Valve Setting (from
under side of valve to air horn) .Wf .W' .W'
..
.W' .W'
Idle Mixture Screw (turns open) 1-2 1-2 1-2 1-2 1-2
Idle Speed R.P.M. (curb idle)** .. 550 550 700 650 550
Fast Idle Speed (r.p.m.) ......... 700 700 1550 1900 700
CHOKE
Control ....................... Thermostatic Coil Spring
Setting ....................... Well Well We1I
Type ......................... 2 Notches Rich 2 Notches Rich 2 Notches Rich
** With Headlights ON and Air Conditioning ON (if so equipped)
CANADIAN
CARBURETOR SPECIFICATIONS
BBS Carburetor
TY Pe Manual Trans. Auto Trans. Manual Trans. Auto Trans.
Ball and Ball Single Throat
Model BBS4288S BBS-42898 BBS4290S BBSl291S

Engine Displacement (Cu. In.) 170 170 225 225


Bore ................................ 1-9116" 1-9116" 1-11116" 1-11116"
Venturi .............................. 1-1I 4" 1-114" 1-11132" 1-11/ 32"
Main Metering Jet
Standard .......................... 120-268s 120-268s 120-2938 120-2938
One Step Lean ..................... 120-2648 120-264s 120-277s 120-277s
Two Steps Lean .................... 12@265S 120-2658 120-263s 120-263s
Step-up Wire (Standard) .............. 75-1626 75-1594 75-1626 75-1591
Diameter .......................... .024" .029" .024" .032"
ADJUSTMENTS
Float Setting ........................ 114" 114" 114" 114"
Choke Unloader ...................... 3116" 3116" 31 16" 31 16"
Fast Idle Cam Position ............... #48 #48 #48 # 48
Vacuum Kick (drill size) .............. # 20 #41 # 28 #35
Bowl Vent Valve Setting (from
under side of valve to air horn) ......1116" 1116" 1/16" 1116"
Idle Mixture Screw (turns open) ....... 2 2 2 2
Idle Speed R.P.M. (curb idle)** ....... 550 550 550 550
Fast Idle Speed (r.p.m.1 .............. 700 700 700 700
CHOKE
Control ............................ Thermostatic Coil Spring
Setting ............................ Well Well
Type .............................. 2 Notches Rich 2 Notches Rich
** With Headlights ON and Air Conditioning ON (if so equipped)
CANADIAN
CARBURETOR SPECIFICATIONS
BBS Carburetor
TY Pe Manual Trans. Auto Trans. Manual Trans. Auto Trans.
Ball and Ball Single Throat BBSllllS BBS4112S BBD-4123SA BBD4124SA
Model
Engine Displacement (Cu. In.) 225 225 318 318
Bore ................................ 1-11/16" 1-11116" 1-7116" 1-7116"
Venturi .............................. 1-11/32" 1-11132" 1-3116" 1-3116"
Main Metering Jet
Standard .......................... 12G293S 120-2938 120-309s 120-309s
One Step Lean ..................... 120-277s 120-277s 12@299s l2@299S
Two Steps Lean .................... 120-263s 120-2633 120-300s 120-300s
Step-up Wire (Standard) .............. 75-1626 75-1591 75-1727 75-1728
Diameter .......................... .024" .032" .029 x .025 ,030x .026
0 S PECI FICAT10 NS 14-79

ADJUSTMENTS
Float Setting ........................ 1I 4" 1I 4" 114" 1I4"
Choke Unloader ...................... 31 16" 3116" 114" 114"
Fast Idle Cam Position ............... #4a # 48 #41 # 41
Vacuum Kick (drill size) .............. # 28 #35 # 15 # 28
Bowl Vent Valve Setting (from
under side of valve to air horn) ...... 1116" 1116" 1116" 1116"
Idle Mixture Screw (turns open) ....... 2 2 2 2
Idle Speed R.P.M. (curb idle)** ....... 550 550 500 500
Fast Idle Speed (r.p.m.1 .............. 700 700 700 700
CHOKE
Control ............................ Thermostatic Coil Spring
Setting ............................ We1I Well
Type .............................. 2 Notches Rich 2 r.Jtches Rich
** With Headlights ON and Air Conditioning ON (if so equipped)
CAR BURET0R
Type .............................. Single Throat Down Draft
Model ............................. Holley-# 1920 Standard
Manual Trans. ................... R-32751A - R-3279-1A -
Automatic Trans. ................. - R-3276-1A - R-3280-1A
Engine Displacement (Cu. In.) ...... 225 225 225 225
Bore ............................ 1-11116" 1-11/16" 1-11116" 1-11116"
Venturi .......................... 1-5116" 1-5116" 1-5116" 1-5116"
Main Metering Jet
Standard ........................ 58 56 58 56
One Step Lean ................... 56 54 56 54
Two Steps Lean .................. 54 52 54 52
ADJUSTMENTS
Float Setting ...................... Use Gauge Use Gauge
Fluid Level Height (Wet) ............ 27132" 27132" 27132" 27I32"
Vacuum Kick (Drill Size) ........... # 30 #43 # 30 #43
Cam Position Adjustment
(Drill Size) ...................... # 52 # 52 # 52 # 52
Choke Unloader (See Fast Idle
Cam Pos. Adj.) .................. - - - -
Bowl Vent Valve .................... 31 32" 3/32" 3132" 3132"
Idle Mixture Screw
(turns open) Approx. ............. 2 2 2 2
Idle Speed (Curb Idle rpm) ......... 550* 550* 550* 550*
Fast Idle Speed (Engine Hot and
Screw on Lowest Step of
Cam rpm)
Manual Trans. ............... 700 - 700 -
Automatic Trans. ............. - 700 - 700
CHOKE
Control ............................ Thermostatic Coil Spring
Type .............................. Well Well
Setting ............................ 2 Notches 2 Notches

Type .............................. Single Throat Down Draft


Model ............................. Holley-#1920 (CAP-Cleaner Air Package)
Manual Trans. ................... R-3671-A - R-3673-A -
Automatic Trans. ................. - R-3672-A - R-3674-A
Engine Displacement (Cu. In.) ....... 225 225 225 225
Bore ............................ 1-11/16" 1-11/16" 1-11116" 1-11116"
Venturi .......................... 1-5116" 1-5116" 1-5116" 1-5116"
Main Metering Jet
Standard ........................ 58 56 58 56
One Step Lean ................... 54 56 54
Two Steps Lean ..................
56
54 52 54 52
ADJUSTMENTS
Float Setting ...................... Use Gauge Use Gauge
, 14-80 SPECl
S FlCATlON

SPEClFlCATlONS
Fluid Level Height (Wet) ............ 27132" 27132" 27/32" 27/32"
Vacuum Kick (Drill Size) ........... # 28 #38 #28 #38
Cam Position Adjustment
(Drill Size) ...................... #41 # 52 #41 # 52
Choke Unloader (See Fast Idle
Cam Pos. Adj.) .................. - - - -
Bowl Vent Valve .................... 3/32" 3/32" 3/32" 3132"
Idle Mixture Screw
(turns open) Approx. ............. 2 2 2 2
Idle Speed (Curb Idle rpm) ......... 650* 650* 650* 650*
Fast Idle Speed (Engine Hot and
Screw on 2nd Highest Step of
Cam rpm)
Manual Trans. ............... 1550 - 1550 -
Automatic Trans, ............. - 1550 - 1550
CHOKE
Control ............................ Thermostatic Coil Spring
Type .............................. Well Well
Setting ............................ 2 Notches 2 Notches
*With Headlights ON

Stromberg WW3 Series Carburetor (1-1 14")


Stromberg
Type ................................ Dual Throat Downdraft
Engine Displacement (Cu. In.) ........ 318 318
Model ............................... Standard CAP-Cleaner Air Package
ManuaI Transmission .............. WW3-272 - WW3-274 -
Automatic Transmission ............ WW3-273 ww3-275
Bore ................................ 1-7/16" 1-7116" 1-7/16'' 1-7116"
Venturi .............................. 1-118" 1-1/8" 1-118" 1-118"
Main Metering Jet ....................
Standard (388539) ............ .052" .052" ,051" .051"
1 Size Lean (388539) ............ .050" .OW' .049" .049"
2 Sizes Lean (388539) ............ ,048" .048" .047" ,047"
Power Jet (2 Stage) ................ .031 x 367" ,031 x .067" .OBx .067" .028 x .067"
ADJUSTMENTS
Idle Mixture Screws (turns open) ...... 1-1/ 4" 1-114" 1-112" 1-112l'
Idle Speed (curb idle) ................ 500 500 650 600
(Air Conditioning ON) .............. 500 500 As Above AIC OFF
Fast Idle Speed ...................... 700* 700* 1400* 1400*
Fast Idle Cam Position .............. # 20 # 20 # 20 #20
Bowl Vent (closed throttle) ............ .060" .060" .050" .050"
Vacuum Kick Adjustment (Drill Size) .. A 4 A 4
Float Setting ........................ 7/32" 7132" 7/32'' 7/32''
Choke Unloader ...................... 5116" 5116" 51 16" 5/ 16"
CHOKE
Control .............................. Thermostatic Coil Spring
Type ................................ Well Well Well Well
Setting .............................. 2 Notches Rich 2 Notches Rich On Index On Index
* After Approximately 500 Miles (if necessary)
Ball and Ball BBD Series
Carburetor (1-1 /4") Standard CAP
Type .............................. Ball and Ball Dual Downdraft Ball and Ball Dual Downdraft
Model ............................. 273 Cu. In.
- 273 Cu. In.
-
Manual Transmission ............. BBD-4113SA BBD-4115SA
Automatic Transmission .......... - BBD-4114SA BBP4116SA
Bore .............................. 1-7116" 1-7116" 1-7/16'' 1-7116"
Venturi ............................ 1-1116" 1-1116" 1-1/16" 1-1/16''
Main Metering Jets .................
Standard ........................ 120-294s 1D294S 1D31OS 120310s
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S PECIFICAT I0NS
One Step Lean ................... 120-297s 120-2978 120-2943 120-2948
Two Steps Lean ................. 120-2983 120-298s 120-297s 120-297s
Step-up Wire ...................... 75-1721 75-1734 75-1641 75-1727
Diameters (2 stage) .............. .024 x ,021 .026 x ,021 .028 x .025 .029 x .025
ADJUSTMENTS
Float Setting (at center of floats) .... 1I 4“ 114” 114” 114“
Bowl Vent Valve (throttle closed) .... .060” .%Ut None None
Choke Unloader ................... 114“ 114” 114“ 114“
Idle Mixture Screws (turn open) .... 1 1 2 2
Idle Speed R.P.M. (curb idle) ....... 500 500 700 650
(Air Conditioning ON) ............ 500 500 As Above A/C OFF
Vacuum Kick Adjustment
(Drill Size) ...................... # 15 118” # 15 118“
Fast Idle Cam Position
(Drill Size) ...................... #41 #41 #41 #41
Fast Idle Speed R.P.M. .............. 700* 700* 1400* 1500*
CHOKE
Control ............................ Thermostatic Coil Spring
Type .............................. Well Well Well Well
Setting ............................ 2 Notches Rich On Index
* After Approx. 500 Miles (if necessary)

BALL AND BALL 1Y2 I N C H BBD CARBURETOR


Manual Automatic Manual Automatic
Transmission Transmission Transmission Transmission

CARBURETOR Standard CAP-Cleaner Air Package


Dual Throat Dual Throat Dual Throat Dual Throat
Type .............................. Downdraft Downdraft Downdraft Downdraft
ModeI ............................. BBD-4296S BBD-4297S BBD-4306S BBD-4307S
Engine Displacement (cu. in.) ....... 383 383 383 383
Bore .............................. 1-9116” 1-9116” 1-9/16” 1-9116”
Venturi ............................ 1-118” 1-1/ 8” 1-118” 1-1/ 8”
Main Metering Jet
Standard ........................ 120-314s 1263148 120-3143 120-314s
One Step Lean ................... 120-3153 120-315s 120-315s 120-315s
Two Steps Lean .................. 120-3163 120-316s 120-316s 120-316s
Step-up Wire (Standard) ............ 75-1644 75-1651 75-1765 75-1765
Diameter (2 Stage) ............... .030 x .024” .031 x .026” .039 x .027” .035 x .027”
ADJUSTMENTS
Accelerator Pump Setting .......... 29/32“ & 1/64” 29/32’’ & 1/64” 1” r+ 1/64” 1”& 1/64”
Float Setting (at Center of Floats) ... 51 16“ 5116” 5116” 5116”
Vacuum Kick Adjustment ........... #20 # 42 # 20 # 30
Fast Idle Cam Position Adjustment . . # 42 # 42 # 42 #42
Bowl Vent Valve (at curb idle) ....... 1.116tt 1116“ .050 -t- .010” .050 * . O W
Choke Unloader ................... 114“ 114” 114“ 114“
Idle Mixture Screws (Turns Open) .. 1-112 1-1/2 1-112 1-112
Idle Speed RPM (Curb Idle) ........ 550 550 650 600
(Air Conditioning ON) ............ 550 550 650 600
Fast Idle Speed RPM .............. 700* 700* 1700* 1400*
CHOKE
Type .............................. Well Well Well Well
Thermostatic Thermostatic Thermostatic Thermostatic
Control ............................ Coil Spring Coil Spring Coil Spring Coil Spring
Setting ............................ 2 Notches Rich 2 Notches Rich 2 Notches Rich 2 Notches Rich
*After Approx. 500 Miles (If Necessary)
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STROMBERG W W C 3 SERIES 11/2 I N C H CARBURETOR


SPECIFICATIONS
Automatic
Transmission
Type ................................................................. Dual Throat Downdraft
Model ............................................................... WWC3-276
. .........................................
Engine Displacement (cu in.) 383
Bore ................................................................. 1-9116"
Venturi ............................................................... 1-118''
Main Metering Jet (Standard) ...... (#389323) ......................... .054"
..
(One Step Lean) (#389323) ......................... .053"
..
(Two Steps Lean) (#389323) ......................... .052"
Power Jet ............................................................ .031 x .067"
ADJUSTMENTS
Idle Mixture (Both Screws) ............................................ 1-1/2 Turns Open
Idle Speed (rpm) ..................................................... 550
(With Air Conditioning ON) .......................................... 550
Fast Idle Speed (rpm) ................................................. 700
Fast Idle Cam Position Adjustment (drill size) .......................... #42
Accelerator Pump Travel (throttle fully closed) .......................... 7116"
Bowl Vent Valve (throttle a t curb idle) ................................... .040"
Vacuum Kick (drill size) ............................................... #42
Float Setting ......................................................... 5132"
Unloader Adjustment (wide open kick) ................................. 15164"
CHOKE
Type ................................................................. Well Type
Control .............................................................. Thermostatic Coil Spring
Setting ............................................................... 2 Notches Rich

CARTER A F B CARBURETOR
SPECIFICATIONS
Manual Automatic Manual Automatic
Standard Transmission Transmission Transmission Transmission
Type .............................. 4 Barrel Downdraft
Model ............................. AF B4294S AFB-4295S AF B-4298S AFB-4299S
.
Engine Displacement (Cu In.) ...... 273 273 383 383
THROTTLE BORE
Primarv ........................... 1-7116" 1-7116" 1-7116" 1-7116"
Secondary ......................... 1-9116" 1-9116" 1-9116" 1-9116"
MAIN VENTURI
Primary ........................... 1-1116" 1-1116" 1-3116" 1-3116"
Secondary ......................... 1-114" 1-114" 1-5116" 1-5116"
MAIN JET
Primary ........................... .
089" .089" .089" .089'
Secondary
LOW SPEED JET
......................... .
073" .073" .0689" .0689'
Primary ........................... #66-.033" #66-.033" # 65.035" #65-.035"
STEP-UP ROD (2 Stage)
Standard .......................... 16-403 16-405 16-404 16-475
1Size Lean ........................ 16-372 16-408 16-160 16-160
2 Sizes Lean ...................... 16-370 16-447 16-171 16-171
ADJUSTMENTS
Accelerator Pump (top of plunger to
air horn) ........................ 7116" 7116" 7116" 7116"
Fast Idle Cam Position (drill size) ... #!XI # 50
Choke Unloader ....................
#50 #50
7/32" 7/32" 318" 318"
Vacuum Kick (drill size) ............ 1I 8" # 42 118" #35
Bowl Vent Valve Setting ............ 5/32" & 1/64" 5/32" -t 1/64'' . .
Fast Idle Speed (r.p.m.) ............ 625* 700* 700* 700*
Idle Speed (r.p,mJ ................. 600 600 500 500
(With air conditioning ON) ........ 600 600 500 500
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SPECIFICATI0NS
Secondary Throttle Lever Adj. ...... 21164“ 21164“ 21164“ 21/64”
Secondary Throttle Lockout Adj. .... ,020“ .020“ .02W‘ .om”
Float Setting ...................... 7/32” 7/32” 7/32“ 7132“
Float Drop ........................ 314” 314” 314“ 314“
Idle Mixture (both screws oDen) ....
I -
1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns
CHOKE
Control ............................ Well Well We1I Well
Type .............................. Coil Spring Coil Spring Coil Spring Coil Spring
Setting ............................ 2 Notches Rich 2 Notches Rich 2 Notches Rich 2 Notches Rich
* After Approx. 500 Miles (If Necessary)
CARTER A F B CARBURETOR
SPECIFICATIONS
Manual Automatic Manual and Automatic
Standard Transmission Transmission Transmission
Type .............................. 4 Barrel Downdraft
Model ............................. AFB-4326s AFB-4327s AFB-4139S AF B-4343S
Engine Displacement (Cu. In.) ...... 440 H.P. 440 H.P. 426 426
Car Model ....................... Front Rear
THROTTLE BORE
Primary ........................... 1-11I 16“ 1-11I 16” 1-7116” 1-7116“
Secondary ......................... 1-11/16” 1-11116” 1-11116” 1-11/16”
MAIN VENTURI
Primary ........................... 1-7116” 1-7116” 1-3116” 1-3116”
Secondary ......................... 1-9116” 1-9116” 1-9/16” 1-9116”
MAIN JET
Primary ........................... .098“ .098” .089” L* .089” R* .089” L .089” R*
Secondary ......................... .077” .077“ .1065” L* .089” R* .080” L* .082”R*
LOW SPEED JET
Primary ........................... #66-.035“ #66-.035“ #65.035” # 65.035“
STEP-UP ROD (2 Stage)
Standard .......................... 16-486 16-164 16-136 16-440
1 Size Lean ........................ 16-514 16-159 16-21 16451
2 Sizes Lean ....................... 16-515 16-173 16-22 16-109
ADJUSTMENTS
Accelerator Pump (top of plunger to
air horn) ........................ 7116“ 7116“ 7116” 7116“
Fast Idle Cam Position (drill size) ... # 50 # 50 - # 50
Choke Unloader .................... 3/8” 31 8:: - 114“
Vacuum Kick (drill size) ............ #2 118 - -
Bowl Vent Valve Setting ............ 5/32” f 1/64’’ 5/32” f 1/64’’ - 5/32‘ 2 1/64“
Piston Index ....................... - - - 118”
Fast Idle Speed (r.p.m.1 ............. 800** 700** - 1500**
Idle Speed (r.p.m.1 ................. 650 650 750 750
(With air conditioning ON) ........ 650 650 750 750
Secondary Throttle Lever Adj. ...... 21164“ 21164“ 17/64’’ 17/64“
Secondary Throttle Lockout Adj. .... .020” .020“ .020” .020“
Float Setting ...................... 7132” 7/32“ 5116” 7132“
Float Drop ........................ 314” 314” 314” 314”
Idle Mixture (both screws open) ....
1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns
CHOKE
Control ............................ Well Well - Integral
Type .............................. Coil Spring Coil Spring - Coil Spring
Setting ............................ On Index On Index - 1 Notch Rich
* When viewed from drivers seat.
** Speed set on second highest step of fast idle cam.
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CARTER A F B CARBURETOR
SPECIFICATIONS
Manual Automatic Manual Automatic
CAP-Cleaner Air Package Transmission Transmission Transmission Transmission
Type .. .......... .................. 4 Barrel Downdraft
Model ...... ....................... AFB-4304S AFB4305S AFB-4309s AFB-4310S
Engine Displacement (Cu. In.) ...... 273 273 383 383

.. . . .......................
THROTTLE BORE
Primary 1-7116" 1-7116" 1-7/16" 1-7116"
Secondary ... .....................
, 1-9116" 1-9116" 1-9116" 1-9116"
MAIN VENTURI
Primary .... .... ................... 1-1116" 1-1116" 1-1116" 1-1116"
Secondary ...... ................... 1-1I4" 1-1/4" 1-9116" 1-9116"
MA1N JET
Primarv ... . ............ ........... .089" .089" .BY' .089"
Secondary ......................... .073" .073" ,082" .082"
LOW SPEED JET
Prima ry .. ..... . .......... .. ...... . # 65.O35" #66-.032" #65-.035" #66-.032"
STEP-UP ROD (2 Stage)
Standard .... ... . . .... ............ 16-408 16-409 16-407 16406
................ ... . . .. .
,
1Size Lean 16-447 16-449 16-447 16-449
2 Sizes Lean ...................... 16-448 16-450 16-448 16-450
ADJUSTMENTS
Accelerator Pump (top of plunger to
air horn) .. .... .................. 7116" 7116" 7116" 7116"
Fast Idle Cam Position (drill size) ... # 50 # 50 # 50
.......... ...... ....
#50
Choke Unloader 7132" 7/32" 51 16" 51 16"
Vacuum Kick (drill size) .. .... ...... 118" 118" #44 #44
Bowl Vent Valve Setting . ...... .... . 5/3Ztt rt 1/64'' 5/32'' rt 1/64" 5/32'' -e 1/64'' 5 / 2 ' - c 1/64"
Fast idle Speed (r.pm.) ............ 1500* 1600* 1400* 1400*
Idle Speed (r.p.m.1 ................ 700 650 650 600
(With air conditioning ON) , . . .. . . . 700 650 650 600
Secondary Throttle Lever Adj. ...... 21164" 21164" 21/64" 21164"
Secondary Throttle Lockout Adj. .. . . ,020" .02W' .02W'
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. .
.02V'
Float Setting 51 16" 51 16" 5116" 5116"
Float Drop . . .............. ........ . 314" 314" 314" 31 4"
Idle Mixture (both screws oDen) . - .. . .. 1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns

. .............................................. ..........
CHOKE
Control Well Well Well Well
Type , Coil Spring Coil Spring Coil Spring Coil Spring
. ........ ............... ..
Setting , , On Index On Index On Index On Index
*After Approx. 500 Miles (If Necessary)

SPECIFICATIONS
Manual Automatic Manual Automatic
CAP-Cleaner Air Package Transmission Transmission Transmission Tranrmission
Type .............................. 4 Barrel Downdraft
Model .. .. ......................... AFB-4311 AFB-4312 AFB-4328s AFB-4329S
Engine Displacement (Cu. In.) ....... 440 440 440 H.P. 440 H.P.
THROTTLE BORE
Primary . . .... ..............., ..... 1-7116" 1-7116" 1-7116" 1-7116"
Secondary ......................... 1-9116" 1-9116" 1-11/16" 1-11116"
MAIN VENTURI
Primary ........................... 1-1/16" 1-1116" 1-3116" 1-3116"
, Secondary ......................... 1-9116" 1-9116" 1-9116" 1-9116"
hAIN JET
Primary ........................... .089' .08Y' .myt .089"
Secondary ......................... .071" .071" ,071" .071"
LOW SPEED JET
Primary .. ...... ........ ........... # 6!i-.0Wf #65.035" #65.035t' #65.035"
0 SPEC IFICAT10 NS 14-85

SPEC1FlCATlONS
STEP-UP ROD (2 Stage)
Standard .......................... 16-488 16-480 16-488 16-480
1Size Lean ........................ 16-516 16-512 16-516 16-512
2 Sizes Lean ....................... 16-344 16-513 16-344 16-513
ADJUSTMENTS
Accelerator Pump (top of plunger to
air horn) ........................ 7116" 7116" 7116" 7116"
Fast Idle Cam Position (drill size) ... # 50 # 50 # 50 #50
Choke Unloader .................... 5116" 5116" 318" 318"
Vacuum Kick (drill size) ............ #44 118" 1I 8" 118"
Bowl Vent Valve Setting ............. 5/32'' * 1/64" 5/32" f 1/64" 5/32" e 1/64" 5/32" -t. 1/64"
Fast Idle Speed (r.p.m.) ............. 1400** 1400** 1600** 1400**
Idle Speed (r,p.m.) ................. 650 650 650 650
(With air conditioning ON) ....... 650 650 650 650
Secondary Throttle Lever Adj ........ 21164" 21164" 17/64" 17/64"
Secondary Throttle Lockout Adj. . . . . .020" .020" .020" .
020"
Float Setting ....................... 5116" 5116" 5116" 5116"
Float DroD ......................... 314'' 314" 314" 314"
Idle Mixture (both screws open) ..... 1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns
CHOKE
Control ............................ Well Well Well Well
Type .............................. Coil Spring Coil Spring Coil Spring Coil Spring
Setting ............................ On Index On Index On Index On Index
* After Approx . 500 Miles (If Necessary)

Manual and Automatic


CAP-Cleaner Air Package Transmission
Type ........................................... 4 Barrel Downdraft
Model .......................................... AFB-4324s AFB-4325S
.
Engine Displacement (Cu In.) .................... 426 426
Front Rear
THROTTLE BORE
Primary ........................................ 1-7116" 1-7116"
Secondary ...................................... 1-11/16" 1-11116"
MAIN VENTURI .
Primary ........................................ 1-3116" 1-3116"
Secondary ...................................... 1-9116" 1-9116"
MAIN JET
Primary ........................................ .089" L* .089" R* .089" L* .089" R*
Secondary ...................................... .1065" L* .089" R* .08V' L* .082" R*
LOW SPEED JET
Primary ........................................ # -.032" # -.032"
STEP-UP ROD (2 Stage)
Standard .......................................
1 Size Lean .................................... . .
2 Sizes Lean ................................... . .
ADJUSTMENTS
Accelerator Pump (top of plunger to air horn) ...... 7116" 7116"
Fast Idle Cam Position (drill size) ................ . #50
Choke Unloader ................................ . 114"
Piston Index .................................... . .
Bowl Vent Valve Setting ......................... . 5/32" -c 1/64"
Fast Idle Speed (r.p.m.1 .......................... . 1800**
Idle Speed (r.p.m.) .............................. 750 750
(With air conditioning ON) ....................
I
750 750
Secondary Throttle Lever Adj..................... 17/64" 17164"
Secondary Throttle Lockout Adj................... .020" .
020"
Float Setting .................................... 5116" 7/32"
Float Drop ....................................... 3-4" 314"
Idle Mixture (both screws open) .................. 1-2 Turns 1-2 Turns
CHOKE
Control ......................................... . Integra I
14-86 SPECIFICATIONS- 0

SP ECIFICATIONS
Type ........................................... Coil Spring
Setting ......................................... 1 Notch Rich
* When viewed from drivers seat.
** Speed set on second highest step of fast idle cam.
FUEL PUMP SPECIFICATIONS
v-8
6 v-8 383 CU. In.
170 Cu. In. 273 Cu. In. 426 Cu. In.
Fuel Pump 225 Cu. In. 318 CU. In. 440 Cu. In.
Make ............................................. Carter Carter Carter
Model ............................................ MS-3674s MS-3962 MS-3672s
Type ............................................. Diaphragm Diaphragm Diaphragm
Number of Valves ................................. 2 2 2
Driven by ......................................... Camshaft Camshaft Camshaft
Pump Pressure (pounds) .......................... 3-1/2 to 5 5 to 7 3-112 to 5
0
GROUP 16

PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL JOINTS


CONTENTS
Page Page
CROSS AND ROLLER UNIVERSAL JOINT.. 7 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS .................. 1
GENERAL INFORMATION .............. 1 SPECIFICATIONS ...................... 7
PROPELLER SHAFT ANGULARITY . . . . . . . 1 TIGHTENING REFERENCE .............. 8
GENERAL INFORMATION
The propeller shaft and universal joint applications Under certain vehicle applications on Coronet
on the 1967 Coronet and Dart model vehicles incor- models with 8 cylinder engines and automatic trans-
porate an internally splined yoke at the front univer- missions, the propeller shaft incorporates an inertia
sal joint. The sliding splined yoke slides fore and aft type ring at the front universal joint (Fig. 2).
on the transmission output shaft to compensate for On those models equipped with 426 Hemi and 440
the movement of the rear axle. A bellows type rubber cubic inch engines due to the increased torque output,
seal on the transmission extension, with a nylon ring the universal joints are slightly larger and have an
which fits over the sliding yoke is used to exclude increased capacity, but, the service procedure is the
road splash and other foreign material (Fig. 1). same except where noted. The propeller shaft used
The universal joints and sliding spline yoke are with the 426 Hemi-engine is a special selected pro-
permanently lubricated. The joints should be in- peller shaft having a minimum of runout and very
spected every time the vehicle is serviced, for external close balance (Fig. 3).
seal leakage. The joints need not be disassembled or Some Coronet and Dart models due to engine trans-
relubricated unless seal leakage is evident. If the mission and axle ratio combinations require the usage
cross and roller universal joints are repacked with of both solid propeller shafts and shafts that are
the recommended lubricant, see “Lubrication”, Group rubber isolated near the rear universal joint (Fig. 4).
0 of this manual.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Conditien Possible Cause Correction
PROPELLER SHAFT (a) Undercoating or other foreign matter (a) Clean exterior shaft and wash with
VIBRATION on shaft. solvent.

I
(b) Loose universal joint flange bolts. (b) Tighten bolt nuts to specified torque.
(c) Loose or bent universal joint flange. (c) Install new flange. Tighten to specifi-
cations.
(d) Improper drive line angularity. (d) Correct angularity. See “Propeller
Shaft Angularity.”
(e) Rear spring center bolt not in seat, (e) Loosen spring U-bolts, reseat center
bolts and tighten U-bolts to specifica-
tions.
(f) Worn universal joint bearings or miss- (f) Recondition universal joint.
ing rollers.
(g) Propeller shaft damaged (bent tube) (g) Install new propeller shaft.
or out of balance.
(h) Broken rear spring. (h) Replace rear spring.
(i) Rear springs not matched. (i) Install correct spring.
UNIVERSAL JOINT (a) Propeller shaft flange bolt nuts loose. (a) Tighten nuts to specifications.
NOISE (b) Lack of lubrication, (b) Recondition universal joint.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
PROPELLER SHAFT ANGULARITY the universal joint angles be maintained within ac-
ceptable tolerances. Propeller shaft and rear axle
The increased emphasis on the need for a quiet, housing angularity may be measured by using the
smooth operating drive line in all cars require that Propeller Shaft Angularity Tool (2-3976 (Fig. 5). This
16-2 PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL JOlNTS 0

OUTPUT SHAFT SLIDING YOKE INERTIA YOKE


FRONT UNIVERSAL JOINT ANGLE
I \ /
(1) Attach engine adapter SP-5046 to gauge SP-
5060.
(2) Position gauge on left side of engine so that
adapter pins contact flat surface of engine oil pan
flange adjacent to the vertical wall of the oil pan (Fig.
6). On models equipped with six cylinder engines, use
right side of the engine. The gauge must be held
vertical as shown with arrow on gauge SP-5060 point-
ing toward the front of car.
I
I
(3) Adjust position of bubble in spirit level in ac-
I I
I
SEAL SHAFT cordance with the listing for appropriate car model as
BUSHING
NK565B shown in Chart (Fig. 13).
Fig. I-Front Universal Joint Sliding Yoke
(4)Remove engine adapter SP-5046 and gauge SP-
5060 from flange adjacent to the vertical wall of oil
pan and separate the gauge from engine adapter.
tool makes it possible to check the angularity at the (5) With gauge SP-5060 adjusted for the correct
engine and differential and carrier. engine angle reference, position gauge SP-5060
All joint angle measurements on the vehicle should squarely and firmly along underside of the propeller
be made with the car supported by the tires if pos- shaft (Fig. 7). Make sure Veeway is in alignment and
sible; such as, on an alignment pit or a platform hoist. that both adapter pins are contacting propeller shaft.
A two post hoist may be used where other means are Be sure arrow on gauge is pointing toward the front
not available. The vehicle should be approximately of car.
level when taking angle measurements with any (6) Observe position of bubble in spirit level and
heavy items removed from the luggage compartment compare the position with that shown on Chart (Fig.
or passenger compartment. The fuel tank should be 13) for front joint angle. A normal joint angle will
full or the equivalent weight simulated. cause bubble to position itself within the acceptable
When using a twin post hoist, the vehicle must be range. If bubble is found to be slightly forward of the
supported by the lower control arms and rear axle acceptable tolerance range, this means that the angle
housing. DO NOT USE A FRAME CONTACT HOIST is actually smaller than that specified and does not
WHEN MEASURING PROPELLER SHAFT ANGU- need correcting. If bubble in spirit level is found to be
LARITY. rearward of the acceptable range, the angle is too
BUSHING AND ROLLERS
SHAFT
- i

RETAINER

\BUSHING AND ROLLERS NKWSB

Fig. 2-Cross and Roller Universal Joint w i t h Inertia Ring-Front


0 PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL JOINTS 16-3

SHAFT

BUSHING AND ROLLERS


;t

SLIDING YOKE

BUSHING AND ROLLERS

NP559
Fig. 3-Cross and Roller Universal Joint (462 and 440 C.I. Engines)
large, and must be corrected. To reduce front uni- (Fig. 9). The arrow on gauge should point toward the
versal joint angle, install a flat shim between the front of car. On models equipped with 7-1/4axle place
transmission extension housing and rear engine propeller shaft alignment gauge adapter SP-5038be-
mount (Fig. 8). Flat shims 1/8 inch in thickness are tween the gauge and machined pads of the carrier
required to move the bubble in spirit level one gradu- (Fig. 10).
ation. (2) Adjust position of bubble in spirit level in ac-
(7) To install shim, loosen bolts in rear mount to cordance with the listing for appropriate car model as
transmission extension housing. shown in Chart (Fig. 13).
( 8 ) Raise transmission sufficiently using a floor (3) Remove gauge SP-5060 from differential and
stand and block of wood beneath transmission oil carrier assembly and position it squarely and firmly
pan. along underside of propeller shaft (Fig. 11). Make
(9) Install 1/8” shim, lower transmission, remove sure Veeway is in alignment and that both adapter
floor stand and tighten bolts in rear mount to pins are contacting shaft. Be sure arrow on gauge is
transmission extension housing to specifications. pointing toward the front of car.
(10)Recheck front joint angle, starting with step (4) Observe position of bubble in spirit level and
(1) of “Procedure.” compare the position with that shown on Chart (Fig.
CAUTION: If a great amount of shimming is required 13) for rear joint angle. A normal joint angle will
at the transmission extension rear mount, make sure cause the bubble to position itself within the accept-
extension housing and inertia dampner on propeller able range.
shaft will not make contact with floor pan or make (5)If bubble in ‘spirit level is found outside the
interferencewith seat belt mounting bolts. acceptable range indicated on Chart (Fig. 13), you will
have to install a wedge type shim between both rear
REAR UNIVERSAL JOINT ANGLE springs and the axle housing spring pads to bring
(1) Remove pinion bumper plate from differential position of bubble within the acceptable range.
and carrier housing and pusition gauge SP-5060 on To make sure shims are installed properly, re-
the machined pads with locating pin in rear bolt hole member this rule. If bubble is too far forward, insert
164 PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL JOINTS 0

BUSHING,
/SEAL
RnjAlNER
/BUSHING
SHAFT

Fig. &Cross and Roller Universal Joint (Rear)

shim with thick end toward front of car. If bubble is shims you use are made of steel and are the same
too f a r to rear, the nose of differential is too high, so width as the springs on the car. Chrysler Parts Divi-
thick end of shim goes toward rear of car (Fig. 12). A sion has made available steel shims in varying angles
lo shim will move bubble in spirit level about 3 grad- of 1/2", lo, 2", and 3" making it possible with these
uations forward or rearward, depending on which combinations to set the rear universal joint angle
way the thick end is installed. within 1/2" of a perfect angle.
Presently, there are a number of makes of wedge (6) To install shims, loosen spring "U" bolt nuts
type shims available commercially. Always make sure

#(SPIRIT L
%

ADAPTER (IMPERIAL)
SP-5053 NN120
Fig. 6-Adjusting Gauge on Engine (Front Joint
Fig. 5-Propeller Shaft Angularity Tool C-3976 Angle Reference)
0 PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL JOINTS 16-5

Fig. IO-Adjusting Gauge on Differential (Rear Joint


Angle Reference) Models with 7-114” Axle
Fig. 7-Measuring Front Universal Joint Angle

Fig. 8-Shim Location (Front Universal Joint


Angle Correction) Fig. I I-Measuring Rear Universal Joint Angle
(9) Reinstall rebound bumper and plate assembly
and install shims between rear springs and axle hous-
ing spring pads. on differential carrier, tighten screws to 200 inch-
(7) Tighten spring “U” bolt nuts to proper specifi-
pounds.
CAUTION: Under no circumstances should a shim
cations. pack be used that is over 1/4 inch thick at the center.
(8) Recheck rear universal joint angle after instal-
If that much shimming i s required, look for a possible
lation of wedge type shim, to make sure position of
bubble in spirit level is within the acceptable range.

Fig. 9-Adjusting Gauge on Differential (Rear Fig. I2-Tapered Wedge Location (Rear Universal
Joint Angle Reference) Joint Angle Correction)
-
16-6 PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL JOINTS 0

I UNIVERSAL JOINT ANGULARITY MEASUREMENT AND CORRECTION CHART


FRONT JOINT ANGLE REAR JOINT ANGLE
CAR TYPE AND WHEELBASE ADJUST POSITION OF BUBBLE WITH ADJUST POSITION OF BUBBLE WITH
GAUGE AT ENGINE OIL PAN FLANGE. GAUGE ON DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER.

C- FRONT OF CAR * FRONT OF CAR


DART 111" W.B.
7-1/4AXLE m
DART 111" W.B.
a-314" AXLE

DODGE
(EXCEPT STATION WAGON) 117" W.B.

I DODGE
STATION WAGON 117" W.B.

ACCEPTABLE REGION ACCEPTABLE REGION

FINAL READING ON PROPELLER SHAFT


(ALL MODELS)

I
I CORRECTION PROCEDURE
ADD SHIMS AT ENGINE REAR MOUNT
('h" FOR EACH GAUGE DIVISION)
TO REDUCE FRONT JOINT ANGLE.
ADD SHIMS AT REAR AXLE HOUSING
SPRING SEATS. l o WEDGE SHIM MOVES
BUBBLE 3 TO 4 GAUGE DIVISIONS. TO
CORRECT LOW ANGLES ONLY IF FLOOR REDUCE ANGLE,lNSTALL THICK END OF
PAN INTERFERENCE IS ENCOUNTERED. WEDGE TO FRONT OF CAR. NP33!

Fig. 13-Universal Joint Angularity Reference Chart


broken rear spring, mislocatd spring seat, etc. sliding yoke seal for evidence of leakage. If no leak-
age is evident, do not disturb the seal. If necessary to
PROPELLER SHAFT replace the seal, see Transmission, Group 21.
CAUTION: It is important to protect the machined
Removal-Rear Join, (All Models) surface of the sliding yoke from damage after propel-
(1) Remove both rear universal joint roller and ler shaft has been removed.
bushing assembly clamps from rear axle drive pinion
flange (Figs. 3 and 4). Do not disturb the retaining
strap used to hold bushing assemblies on universal lnstallcrtion
joint cross, if so equipped. Front Joint (All Models)
CAUTION: Do not allow propeller shaft to drop or
(1) Before installing propeller shaft, wipe sliding
hang loose from either joint during removal. Wire up
yoke clean and inspect machined surface for
or otherwise support the loose end of shaft to prevent
scratches, nicks, burrs and correct as necessary.
damage to joint. (2) Engage the yoke splines on end of output shaft,
being careful not to burr the splines (Fig. 2).
Front Joint (All Models)
(1) Slide propeller shaft with the front yoke from Rear Joint (All Models)
the transmission output shaft (Fig. 2). Be careful not (1) Install rear universal joint cross and roller
to damage splines on output shaft or yoke. Examine bushings in the seats of drive pinion flange. Install
f- SPECIFICAT10 NS 16-7
bushing clamps and attaching screws (Fig. 3 and 4). damaged, replace cross assembly.
Tighten clamp screws to 170 inch-pounds on all (2) Examine rollers in bushings. Rollers that have
models except those equipped with 426 or 440 cubic operated on a worn cross should be replaced. Rollers
inch engines, tighten 180 inch-pounds. should have a uniformly good appearance and roll
freely inside bushings.
CROSS AND ROLLER UNIVERSAL JOINT
Assembly
Disassembly (1) Lubricate bushing and roller assemblies with
(1) Before disassembling universal joint, mark Automotive Multi-Purpose Grease NLGI EP Grade 2
yoke, cross and bushings to facilitate reassembly if or Multi-Mileage Lubricant part number 2525035 or
inspection discloses parts are serviceable. equivalent. Also, fill reservoirs in the ends of the
(2) Remove four bushing retainers from universal cross.
joint cross assembly. Using a socket approximately (2) Place cross in propeller shaft yoke, observing
the same diameter as bushing, press one bushing and identification marks made at disassembly. Install
roller assembly out of yoke by pressing opposite bush- bushing and roller assemblies in yoke, matching
ing in. identifying marks.
(3) Press out remaining bushing and roller as- (3) Press both bushing assemblies into yoke while
sembly by pressing on end of cross. guiding cross into bushings. Correctly position bush-
(4) Remove cross assembly from yoke. Do not re- ings so retainers can be installed.
move seal retainers from cross assembly. The cross (4) Position remaining two bushing assemblies on
and retainers are serviced as an assembly. cross. Install retainer strap (all models except those
equipped with 426 or 440 cubic inch engines) to hold
Cleaning and lnspection bushings on cross during hstallation of shaft on drive
(1) Clean all parts in a suitable solvent and dry pinion flange. Lightly tap outer ends of bushings while
with compressed air. Examine bearing surfaces of rotating cross to be sure cross and bushings operate
cross. They should be smooth and free from ripples freely.
and pits. If bearing surfaces or seal retainers are

SP ECI FICAT1ONS
Model Application Dart

PROPELLER SHAFT
Type ........................................... Tubular
*LENGTH-INCHES
M A N U A L 3 A N D 4 SPEED AND AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSIONS
170, 225, 273 Cu. In. Engine and 7-1/4" Axle ..... 54.61
273 Cu. In. Engine and 8-3/4" Axle .............. 52.58
AXLE RATIO ...................................... 2.76(H) 2.93(F) 3.23(H) 3.55(F)
DlAM ETER-I NCHES
MANUAL 3 AND 4 SPEED AND AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSIONS
170, 225, 273 Cu. In. Engine and 7-1/4" Axle ..... 3.00 2.75(R) 3.00 2.75(R)
273 Cu. In. Engine and 8-3/4" Axle .............. 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
UNIVERSAL JOINTS
Type-Front .................................... Sliding Spline Cross and Roller
-Rear ..................................... Cross and Roller
* From centerline of front yoke bearing bores to centerline of rear bearing bores.
(R) Rubber isolated at rear joint of propeller shaft.
(HI Helixform Rear Axle.
(F) Formate Rear Axle.
16-8 TIGHTEN1NG REFER ENC E 0

Model Application Coronet


PROPELLER SHAFT
Type ........................................... Tubular
*Length-Inches Diameter4nches
MANUAL %SPEED TRANSMISSION
225 Cu. In. Engine
- e x c e p t Station Wagon 7 4 4 " Axle.... 58.27 275
--except Station Wagon 8-3/4" Axle .... 56.17 275(R) 3.00(1)
- S t a t i o n Wagon 8-3/4" Axle........... 56.17 275(R) 3.00(1)
273, 318 Cu. In. Engine-aII models 8-3/4" Axle .... 5203 275(R) 3.25(R)(2)
MANUAL 4-SPEED TRANSMISSION
383 Cu. In. Engine-aII models 8-3/4f' Axle ........ 5203 3.25(R)
426 Cu. In. Engine
- e x c e p t Station Wagon 9-3/4" Axle .... 50.90 3.00(1)
440 Cu. In. Engine
e x c e p t Station Wagon 9-1/4" Axle .... 51.81 3.00(1)
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
225 Cu. In. Engine
e x c e p t Station Wagon 7 4 4 " Axle .... 58.27 275(R)
-except Station Wagon 8-3/4" Axle .... 56.17 275(R)
--Station Wagon 8-3/4" Axle ........... 56.17 275(R)
273 Cu. In. Engine-aII models 8-3/4" Axle ........ 56.17 2.75(R) 3.00(2)
........
318 Cu. In. E n g i n e a l l models 8-3/4" Axle 5203 275(1) 275(R)
383 Cu. In. Engine-all models 8-3/4" Axle ........ 52.03 275(1)
426,440 Cu. In. Engine
-except Station Wagon 8-3/4" Axle .... 51.81 3.W)
UNIVERSAL JOINTS
Type-Front .................................... Sliding Spline Cross and Roller
-Rear ..................................... Cross and Roller
* From centerline of front yoke bearing bores to centerline of rear bearing bores.
(R) Rubber isolated at rear joint of propeller shaft
(I)Inertia ring at front joint of propeller shaft.
(1) Use for axle ratio above 3.55.
(2) Use for axle ratio above 3.23.

TIGHTENING REFERENCE
Pounds
Foot Inch
Pinion Flange Clamp Screw
(7-1/4'f, 8-3/4"Axle) ................. 170
Pinion Flange Clamp Screw
................. 180
(9-1/4", 9-3/4" Axle)
Rear Spring "U" Bolt Nut (7-1/4" Axle) ..
40
Rear Spring "U" Bolt Nut
(8-3/4", 9-1/4", 9-3/4" Axle) ..........
Pinion Bumper Plate Screw (7-1/4" Axle)
45
150
Pinion Bumper Plate Screw
(8-3/4", 9-1/4", 9-3/4" Axle) .......... 200
0
GROUP 17

SHOCK ABSORBERS AND REAR SPRINGS


CONTENTS
Page Page
REAR SPRINGS ....................... 3 SPECIFICATIONS ...................... 6
SHOCK ABSORBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 TIGHTENING REFERENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
GENERAL INFORMATION
The rear springs are of the semi-elliptical type heavy-duty shock absorbers, a sway bar is included
and are designed to have little or no camber under on some heavy-duty packages and is optional on
very light loads. When the load on the rear suspen- others.
sion is increased, a small amount of reverse spring Zinc interleaves are used between the leaves of
camber is normal. A relatively flat rear spring gives some springs to reduce corrosion and improve spring
better lateral stability and reduces side sway which life.
provides a well controlled ride and superior hand- The double acting shock absorbers do not help
ling and stability characteristics. support the load, but are a means used to control
Rubber bushings inserted into the “eye” of each ride motion. The shock absorbers are matched to the
end of the main leaf are the means by which the particular suspension of the vehicle. It is not usually
springs are attached to the mounting brackets bolted necessary to replace shock absorbers in pairs. Their
to the body at the front and to spring shackles at the action does NOT change with use. Replace a shock
rear. The rubber bushings serve as isolators and re- absorber only if it is broken or leaking badly (not
duce noise being transmitted to the body. just damp) or has lost resistance in one or both
Heavy duty rear springs offered as part of the directions, due to internal damage. Resistance in the
heavy duty suspension option have a higher rate for rebound direction is usually greater than in the
greater stability under loaded conditions. (Trailer jounce direction. Be sure to use the same replace-
Towing). They are part of a complete, engineered ment part as the original equipment.
option which includes heavy-duty torsion bars, and
SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
SPRINGS SAG (a) Springs sagged or taken a set. (a) Replace spring.
OR BOTTOM (b) Broken, bent or weak spring leaves. (b) Replace spring.
SPRING NOISE (a) Loose “U” bolts. (a) Tighten “U” bolt nuts to specifica-
tions.
(b) Loose or worn eye bushings. (b) Replace bushings and tighten shackle
bolt nuts to specifications.
(c) Worn or missing interliners. (c) Install new interliners.
SPRING BREAKAGE (a) Loose “U” bolts. (a) Replace spring. Inspect “U” bolts for
damage. Tighten “U” bolt nuts to
specifications.
(b) Shock absorber inoperative. (b) Replace spring and shock absorber.
SHOCKABSORBER (a) Bushing excessively worn. (a) Replace bushing.
NOISY (b) Undercoating on shock absorber pres- (b) Clean undercoating off shock ab-
sure tube. sorber.
(c) Loose bolt or stud. (c) Tighten to specifications.
SHOCK ABSORBER (a) Air trapped in system. (a) Purge shock absorber.
DRIPPING OIL (b) Worn seal. (b) Replace shock absorber.
(c) Damaged crimp or reservoir. (c) Replace shock absorber.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
SHOCK ABSORBERS end of shock absorber piston rod.
(2) Raise car so wheels are clear of floor and
Front Removal (Figs. I and 2 ) loosen and remove lower attachment bolt nut. Remove
(1) Loosen and remove nut and washer from upper this bolt from lower shock absorber eye and lower
17-2 SHOCK ABSORBERS AND REAR SPRINGS 0

(4) Check appearance of upper shock absorber


mounting bushing and if it appears worn, damaged,
or deteriorated, remove bushing by first pressing
out inner sleeve with a suitable tool then prying out
or cutting out the rubber bushing. (This bushing will
take some set after it has been in service and should
be replaced once it has been removed.)
(5) If lower bushing requires replacement, remove
it from shock absorber using Tool (2-3553 by press-
ing on the outer sleeve of bushing (Fig. 3).
Pressing on inner sleeve of lower bushing will not
remove outer sleeve from the shock absorber. New
shock absorbers are furnished with the lower bushing
installed; however, bushings are furnished separately
for service installation. Test and expel air from shock
absorber before installation.

Testing and Expelling Air


(1) With shock absorber removed, extend fully in
ND 71D an upright position.
Fig. I-Front Shock Absorber (Dart) (2) Inspect for evidence of fluid running from up-
per end of reservoir. (Actual leakage will be a stream
control arm mounting bracket. of fluid running down side and dripping off lower
(3) Compress shock absorber by Pushing upward end of unit. A slight amount of seepage is not unusu-
and remove from vehicle by pulling down and out of al and does not affectperformance).
(3) Test for low fluid level or air trapped in cyl-
inder, by holding shock absorber in its normal verti-
cal position and alternately extending and compress-
ing unit. There should be no lost motion in either
direction.
(4) Should lost motion be evident hold shock ab-
sorber in its normal vertical position and fully extend
it.
( 5 ) Invert unit and compress it. Do not extend unit
while inverted.
(6) Repeat steps 4 and 5 several times to expel any

Fig. 3-Removing or Installing Shock Absorber


Fig. 2-Front Shock Absorber (Coronet-Chargerl Bushing
0 SHOCK ABSORBERS AND REAR SPRINGS 17-3
air trapped in cylinder.
(7) Should lost motion persist, replace shock ab-
sorber. Repeat operation 4 and 5 prior to installation
of a new shock absorber. (New shock absorbers may
have a greater resistance than an old one due to
friction of new seal).

lnstallation
(1) To install upper rubber bushing, remove inner
steel sleeve and immerse bushing in water (DO NOT
use oil or soap) and with a twisting motion, start
bushing into hole of upper mounting bracket, then
tap into position with a hammer. Reinstall steel
inner sleeve in bushing.
(2) Install lower mounting bushing in eye of shock
absorber using Tool C-3553(Fig. 3).
(3) Test and expel air from shock absorber, then,
compress to its shortest length. Position washer on
upper rod of shock absorber and insert rod through /- 9’
upper bushing and install upper compression wash-
er and nut and tighten to 25 foot-pounds.
(4)Position and align lower eye of shock absorber
with that of lower control arm mounfhg holes. In-
stall bolt and nut and tighten to 50 foot-pounds with
the full weight of vehicle on the wheels. Fig. 5-Rear Shock Absorber (Coronet-Charger)
shock absorber mounting, and remove shock absor-
Rear-Removal (Figs. 4 and 5 ) ber.
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist to a comfortable work- (5) Inspect appearance of shock absorber mount-
ing position. ing bushings and if they appear damaged or deter-
(2) Using floor stands under axle assembly, raise iorated, remove and replace.
axle to releave load on shock absorber. (6) Test and expel air from shock absorber before
(3) Loosen and remove nut and washer attaching installation, see “Testing and Expelling Air” proce-
shock absorbers to spring plate mounting stud and dure.
remove shock absorber from stud.
(4) Loosen and remove nut and bolt from upper
lnsfallation
(1) Position and align upper eye of shock absorber
with mounting holes in crossmember and install bolt
and nut.
(2) Position washer on shock absorber mounting
stud and install shock absorber on stud followed by
remaining cupped washer and nut.
(3) Lower vehicle until full weight of vehicle is
on the wheels. Tighten upper nut 70 foot-pounds,
(Dart 50 foot-pounds). Tighten lower nut 50 foot-
pounds.
REAR SPRINGS
Measuring Spring Height
When measuring rear spring heights, vehicle
should be placed on a level floor, have correct front
suspension height on both sides, correct tire pres-
sures, no passenger or luggage compartment load
and a full tank of fuel.
Fig. &Rear Shock Absorber (Dart) (1) Jounce car several times (front bumper first).
17-4 SHOCK ABSORBERS AND REAR SPRINGS 0

Release bumpers at same point in each cycle.


(2) Measure shortest distance from highest point
on underside of rear axle bumper strap (at rear of
bumper) to top of axle housing.
(3) Measure both right and left sides.
If these measurements vary by more than 3/4 inch
(side to side), it is an indication that one of the rear
springs may need replacing.
It is normal for rear springs to show some reverse
arch, even with no load, so appearance alone should
not be reason for spring replacement.

REPLACEMENT
Removal
(1)Raise vehicle on hoist to a comfortable work-
ing position. i NP333
(2) Using floor stands under axle assembly, raise
axle assembly to releave weight on rear spring. Fig. 7-Rear Spring (Coronet-Charger)
(3) Disconnect rear shock absorber at spring plate
placement” procedure.
lower mounting stud. Lower axle assembly, permit- (1) Assemble shackle and bushings in rear of
ting rear springs to hang free. spring and rear spring hanger. (Do not lubricate r u b
(4) Loosen and remove “U” bolt nuts and remove
ber bushings.) Start shackle bolt nut. Do not tighten.
“U”bolts and spring plate. (2) Assemble front spring hanger to front spring
(5) Loosen and remove the nuts holding front
eye and install pivot bolt and nut. Do not tighten.
spring hanger to body mounting bracket (Figs. 6 (3) Position rear spring hanger to body bracket
and 7). and install bolts and tighten bolts to 30 foot-pounds.
(6) Loosen and remove rear spring hanger bolts
(4)Raise the spring and start the spring hanger
and let spring drop far enough to pull front spring bolts in mounting bracket holes (light leverage such
hanger bolts out of body mounting bracket holes. as: mechanics shoulder under spring might be neces-
(7)Loosen and remove front pivot bolt from front sary to position spring hanger studs in mounting
spring hanger. bracket holes. Install nuts and tighten to 30 foot-
(8) Loosen and remove shackle nuts and remove
pounds.
shackle from rear spring. (5) Lower axle assembly into correct position with
axle centered over spring center bolt.
lnstallation (6) Correctly position the lower spring plate and
Inspect rear spring front pivot bolt bushing and if install “U” bolts and nuts and tighten nuts 40 foot-
necessary, replace bushing, see “Pivot Bushing Re- pounds (Dart and Coronet with 7-1/4” axle) and 45
foot-pounds (all other models). Do not over tighten
”U” bolt nuts.
(7)Install shock absorber on stud and tighten nut
50 foot-pounds.
(8) Lower vehicle to floor and with full weight of
vehicle on the wheels, tighten pivot bolts and/or nuts
60 foot-pounds on 1701cubic inch 6 cylinder (Dart),
and 125 foot-pounds on all other models. Tighten
shackle nuts 30 foot-pounds (Dart), 35 foot-pounds
(Coronet).
(9) It is recommended that after a rear spring has
been replaced, that thk vehicle be driven and the
front suspension heights be remeasured and cor-
BUSHING’
rected if necessary.
NK546A
Pivot Bushing Replacement
Flg. 6-Rear Spring (Darf) The removal of old bushings and installation of
0 SHOCK ABSORBERS AND REAR SPRINGS 17-5

SP-92 SP-3179 SP-3 1 SP-3242


I I

Fig. 9-Zinc lnterleaf


and 125 foot-pounds on all other models. Tighten
shackle nuts 35 foot-pounds (Coronet-Charger), 30
foot-pounds (Dart).

Fig. 8-Pivot Bushing Replacement


Spring lnterliner Replacement
Removal
new bushings is performed in one operation, using (1) Raise vehicle on hoist to a comfortable working
Tool C-3709 (8 Cylinder models) or Tool (2-3729 (6 position.
Cylinder models) (Fig. 8). (2) Using floor stands under axle assembly, raise
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist to a comfortable work- axle assembly to releave weight on rear spring.
ing position. (3) Disconnect rear shock absorber at spring plate
(2) Using floor stands under axle assembly, raise lower mounting stud. Lower axle assembly, permit-
axle assembly to releave weight on rear spring. ting rear springs to hang free.
(3) Disconnect rear shock absorber at spring plate (4) Remove spring alignment clips and discard.
lower mounting stud. Lower axle assembly, permit- ( 5 ) Using a tapered pry bar or screwdriver, sepa-
ting rear springs to hang free. rate spring leaves and remove interliners.
(4) To replace front pivot bushing, remove rear (6) Keeping spring leaves separated, clean mating
spring front hanger from body bracket. Remove pivot area of both spring leaves thoroughly. If rust or
bolt and hanger from spring. corrosion i s evident, wrap fine sandpaper around a
(5) Place new bushings on Tool C-3709 (8 Cylinder flat file or putty knife and sand until area is smooth
models) or Tool C-3729 (6 Cylinder models) (Fig. 8). and clean.
Arrange tool in spring eye, then press out old bushing (7) With spring leaves still separated, insert new
while pressing new bushing in one operation. interliner with retaining buttons in alignment with
(6) Assemble front hanger to spring but do not locating holes.
tighten pivot bolt nut until full weight of vehicle is ( 8 ) Press retaining buttons into retainer holes
on wheels. and remove pry bar or screwdriver from spring
(7) Attach spring hanger to body bracket and tight- leaves.
en mounting bolts to 30 foot-pounds. (9) Repeat above procedure for balance of inter-
( 8 ) To replace rear spring shackle bushings re- liners. (Donot lubricate interliners.)
move rear spring hanger from body bracket. Remove (10) Install new alignment clips.
shackle, then slide bushings out of spring and hanger. (11) Reinstall shock absorber on spring plate stud
(9) Insert new bushings in spring and hanger then and install washer and nut, tighten to 50 foot-pounds.
assemble shackle and hanger on spring. Start shackle (12) Lower vehicle onto its wheels.
bolt nuts.
(10) Attach hanger to body bracket and tighten Zinc lnterleaf
mounting bolt to 30 foot-pound. To remove or install zinc interleaves (Fig. 9) be-
(11) Lower vehicle to floor and with full weight of tween spring leaves, it will be necesssary to remove
vehicle on the wheels, tighten pivot bolts and/or nuts center bolt and disassemble spring leaves. Tighten
60 foot-pounds on 170 cubic inch 6 cylinder (Dart), spring center bolt nut 10 foot-pounds.
17-6 SPECI FICAT10 NS 0

SPEC IFlCATlONS
Dart Coronet
REAR SPRINGS
Type ............................................................ Semi-Elliptical
NUMBER OF LEAVES
Standard (170 C. I. Engine) ....................................... 4 -
(225 C. 1. Engine) ....................................... 5 4 112
(273, 318 C. I. Engine) ................................... 4 112
-
4 112
(273 C. I. Engine Wl4 BBI.) .............................. 6-
-
(383 C. I. Engine) ....................................... - 4 112 *
(426 Hemi or 440 C. I. Engine)** .......................... 6*. 5 212 *
Heavy Duty .................................................... 6 4 i12 *’
Station Wagon ................................................... - 4 112 *
Heavy Duty .................................................... - 5 112 *
Taxi ............................................................. 6 4 112 *
Police ........................................................... 6 6*
LENGTH (Inches) .................................................. 55 58
WIDTH (Inches) ................................................... 2.50 2.50
MOUNTING
Front ............................................................ Pivot Rubber Bushing
Rear ............................................................ Shackle Rubber Bushing
SHOCK ABSORBERS
Type ............................................................ Double Acting
Mounting ........................................................ Rubber Bushing
*Zinc lnterleaf used between all leaves.
**Models equipped with 426 Hemi or 440 C. 1. engine use 6 full spring leaves on left side and 5 leaves PIUS
two 112 leaves forward of axle on right side.

TIGHTENING REFERENCE
Foot Pounds Foot Pounds
REAR SPRINGS 7 114” axle ........................ 40
Center Bolt Nut ........................ 10 Coronet-Dart 8 314”-9 114“-
Front Hanger Nut ...................... 30 9 314” Axle ........................ 45
Pivot Bolt or Nut-Coronet-Dart ........ 125 SHOCKABSORBERS
Dart 170 Cu. In. 6 Cyl.................. Front Lower Bolt Nut ................... 50
- ..................
60
Rear Hanger Bolt ....................... 30 Upper Shaft Nut 25
Shackle Nut-Corone t .................. 35 Rear Lower Stud Nut ................... 50
Dart ................................. 30 - Upper Bolt Nut-Coronet .......... 70
“U” Bolt Nut-Coronet and Dart Stud Nut-Dart ................... 50
0 GROUP 19

STEERING
CONTENTS
Page Page
MANUAL GEAR ....................... 1 PUMPS .............................. 21
POWER GEAR ......................... 8 STEERING COLUMNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

MANUAL STEERING GEAR


INDEX
Page Page
Adjustments .................................. 2 Gear Removal ................................. 3
Cross Shaft Oil Seal ........................... 7 General Information ........................... 1
Gear Installation .............................. 7 Service Diagnosis ............................. 1
Gear Reconditioning ........................... 3 Specifications ................................. 32

GENERAL INFORMATION
”he manual steering gear (Fig. 1) i s designed t o pressed into the gear housing, and the upper bearing
provide easy steering with a minimum of friction in cup i s pressed into the wormshaft bearing adjuster.
the steering gear. A ball nut travels up or down on The cross shaft i s integral with the sector gear. The
the wormshaft, riding on recirculating balls acting as sector gear meshes with the rackteeth on the re-
a screw thread. circulating ball nut. Adjustment at this point is con-
The wormshaft and ball nut assembly i s supported trolled by the cross shaft adjusting screw which ex-
in the gear housing by an adjustable ball thrust type tends through the housing cover.
upper and lower bearing. The lower bearing cup i s

SERVlCE DIAGNOSIS

Condition Possible Cause Correction

HARD STEERING (a) Low or uneven tire pressure. (a) Inflate tires to recommended pres-
sures.
(b) Insufficient lubricant in the steering (b) Lubricate as necessary.
gear housing or in steering linkage.
(c) Steering gear shaft adjusted too tight. (c) Adjust according to instructions.
(d) Front wheels out of line. (d) Align the wheels. See “Front Sus-
.”
pension
(e) Steering column misaligned. (e) See “Steering Column-Manual
Transmission.”

PULL TO ONE SIDE (a) Incorrect tire pressure. (a) Inflate tires to recommended pres-
(Tendency of the Vehicle sures.
t o veer in one direction (b) Wheel bearings improperly adjusted. (b) See “Front Wheel Bearing Adjust-
only) ment.”
(c) Dragging brakes. (c) Inspect for weak, or broken brake
’ shoe spring, binding pedal.
(d) Improper caster and camber. (d) See “Front Wheel Alignment.”
(e) Incorrect toe-in. (e) See “Front Wheel Alignment.”
(f) Grease, dirt oil or brake fluid on (f) Inspect, replace and adjust as nec-
brake linings. essary.
(g) Front and rear wheels out of align- (g) Align the front wheels. See “Front
ment. S uspension.”
(h) Broken or sagging rear springs. (h) Replace rear springs.
(i) Bent suspension parts. (i) Replace parts necessary.
19-2 STEER1NG-MAN UAL 0

Condition Pouibk Cause Correction


WHEEL TRAMP (a1 Incorrect tire pressure. (a) Inflate tires to recommended pres-
(Excessive Vertical sures.
Motion of Wheels) (b) ImDroDer balance of wheels. tires (b). . Balance as necessarv. See “Wheels
and biake drums. and Tires.”
(C) Loose tie rod ends or steering con- (c) Inspect and repair as necessary.
nections.
(d) Worn or inoperative shock absorbers. (d) Replace shock absorbers as neces-
sary.

EXCESSIVE PLAY OR (a1 Steering gear shaft adjusted too loose (a) Replace worn parts and adjust ac-
LOOSENESS I N THE or badly worn. cording to instructions.
STEERING WHEEL (b) Steering linkage loose or worn. (b) Replace worn parts. See “Front
Wheel Alignment.”
Front wheel bearings improperly (c) Adjust according to instructions.
adjusted.
Steering arm loose on steering gear (d) Inspect for damage to the gear shaft
shaft. and steering arm, replace parts as
necessary.
Steering gear housing attaching bolts (e) Tighten attaching bolts to speci-
loose. f ications.
Steering arms loose at steering (f) Tighten according to specifications.
knuckles.
Worn ball joints. (g) Replace the ball joints as necessary.
See “Front Suspension.”

SERVICE PROCEDURES
Adjustments The worm-bearing pre-load adjustment is controlled
Two adjustments are provided in the steering gear by the worm thrust bearing adjuster which threads
(Fig. 2). The worm.bearing pre-load adjustment, and into the housing at the upper end of the wormshaft.
the ball nut rack sector gear mesh adjustment.
Before correct adjustment can be made at ball nut Worm Bearing Pre-Load
rack and sector gear, it must be determined that (1) Remove steering gear arm retaining nut and
worm bearing pre-load is properly adjusted. lock washer. Remove arm with Tool C-3646 (Fig. 3).
(2)Remove horn button or horn ring.
/STEERING SHAFT (3)Loosen cross shaft adjusting screw lock nut, and
DIE-CAST
ALUMINUM HOUSING FILLER PLUG C R O S S SHAFT
P

-BALL BEARINGS
UNIVERSA
COUPLI NG

CROSS SHAFT
GEAR CLEARANCE
ADJUSTING SCREW

I
\ RECIRCULATING-
BALL NUT

CROSS SHAFT

Fig. I-Steering Gear Cross Section Fig. 2-Gear Adlustmen) Locations


0 MANUAL-STEER1 NG 19-3
Tool C-3380,at steering wheel nut, measure torque
required to rotate steering wheel through high spot at
center position. The reading should be between 8 and
11 inch-pounds. This represents total of worm shaft
bearing pre-load and ball nut rack and sector gear
mesh load. Readjust cross shaft adjustment screw if
necessary, to obtain proper torque reading.
(4)After adjustments have been completed, place
front wheels in a straight ahead position, and with
steering gear and steering wheel centered, install
steering arm on cross shaft.
(5) Tighten steering arm retaining nut to 120 foot-
pounds.
Gear Removal
The manual steering gear can be removed without
removing the steering column assembly.
Fig. 3-Removing Steering Gear Arm (1)From under vehicle, remove steering gear arm
retaining nut and lock washer. Remove arm with Tool
back out adjusting screw approximately two turns. (2-3646(Fig. 3).
This will relieve any friction load which may be
(2)Remove steering shaft lower coupling to worm-
present at closely meshed ball nut rack and sector shaft roll pin.
gear teeth. (3)Disconnect shift linkage on all models equipped
(4)Turn steering wheel two complete turns from with column mounted transmission gear selectors.
straight ahead position, and place torque wrench Tool (4)Loosen steering column to instrument panel
C-3380on steering shaft nut. clamp nuts far enough to disengage tab on clamp from
(5) Rotate steering shaft at least one turn toward
slot in underside of column jacket. Slide column as-
straight ahead position, while testing rotating torque sembly up far enough to disengage coupling from
with torque wrench. wormshaft.
The torque required to keep wheel moving should CAUTION: Care i s required to avoid scratching col-
be between 1-1/2and 4-1/2inch-pounds. If reading is umn jacket when sliding up and down in clamp.
not within these limits, adjustment can be made in (5) Dart Models-273 Cu. In. Engine-From under
or out of vehicle as follows: vehicle, remove left front engine mount stud nut and
(a) Loosen adjuster lock nut. washer. Using a suitable jack, raise engine approxi-
(b) Use adjuster wrench from Tool C-3884set and mately 1-1/2 inches. Remove starter from engine.
turn adjuster clockwise to increase preload, or coun- After removing three steering gear mounting bolts,
terclockwise to decrease pre-load. lower gear through opening.
(c) While holding adjuster from turning, tighten Coronet and Charger Models 426 Cu. In. Engine-
lock nut securely. Retest worm bearing pre-load. Remove battery and battery tray. Remove left front
engine mount stud nut and washer. Using a suitable
Ball Nut Rack and Sector Mesh jack, raise engine approximately 1-1/2inches. After
The cross shaft adjusting screw, located in housing removing three steering gear mounting bolts, rotate
cover, raises or lowers the shaft to provide proper gear forward between cylinder head and shock ab-
mesh load between tapered teeth of sector gear and sorber tower, up through opening left by battery tray
tapered teeth of ball nut. This adiustment can be removal.
accurately made only after proper worm bearing pre-
Coronet and Charger Models-273, 318, 383 and
load has been established.
440 Cu. In. Engines-Remove three steering gear
(1) Turn steering wheel gently from one stop all
mounting bolts and lower gear from under vehicle.
way to other, carefully counting number of turns. All 6 Cylinder Models-Ftemove steering gear
Turn steering wheel back exactly half way, to center mounting bolts and remove gear through engine
position. compartment.
(2)Turn cross shaft adjusting screw clockwise to
remove all lash between ball nut rack and sector Gear Reconditioning
gear teeth, then tighten adjusting screw lock nut to Thoroughly clean entire outside surface of steering
35 foot-pounds. gear before disassembly to avoid contaminating
(3)Turn steering wheel about 1/4 turn away from wormshaft and ball nut assembly with dirt or grit.
center or “high spot” position. Using torque wrench (1) Attach steering gear to holding fixture, Tool
19-4 STEERING-MAN UAL
CROSS SHAFT CROSS SHAFT

WORMSHAFT AND
BALL NUT
ASSEMBLY

ND 460
i
Fig. 4-Removing Cross Shaft

C-3323and install holding fixture in a vise (Fig. 2).


(2) Loosen cross shaft adjusting screw lock nut, and
back out screw about two turns to relieve load caused
by close mesh between ball nut rack and sector gear
teeth. Remove cross shaft seal as outlined in "Cross
Shaft Oil Seal Replacement."
(3)Position steering wormshaft in straightahead Fig. 6-Removing Worm Shaft and Ball Nut Assembly
position.
(4) Remove bolts from the cross shaft cover, and with a soft drift and remove the lock nut. Hold worm-
slowly remove cross shaft while sliding arbor Tool shaft from turning while unscrewing adjuster, using
C-3875 into housing (Fig. 4). The arbor tool is not wrench from Tool Set (2-3884(Fig. 5).
necessary on Dart models. (8)Slide worm shaft adjuster off shaft.
(5) Remove lock. nut from cross shaft adjusting CAUTION: The adjuster must be handled carefully t o
screw and remove screw from cover by turning screw avoid damage to aluminum threads.
clockwise. Be careful that ball nut does not run down to either
(6)Slide adjustment screw and shim out of slot in end of wormshaft. The ball guide ends can be dam-
end of cross shaft. aged if ball nut is allowed to rotate until stopped at
(7)Loosen wormshaft bearing adjuster lock nut end of worm.

\\ ADJUSTER
(9) Carefully remove worm and ball nut assembly
(Fig. 6).
The ball nut and wormshaft are serviced as an
assembly only, and are not to be disassembled. Do not
remove or disturb ball return guides. Place ball nut
and wormshaft assembly in a clean place.
(10) Remove cross shaft needle bearing by placing
steering gear housing in an arbor press; insert Tool
C-3786in lower end of housing (Fig. 7) and press both
bearings through housing. The cross shaft cover as-
sembly, including a needle bearing or bushing, is

/
serviced as an assembly.
(11) Remove wormshaft oil seal from wormshaft
bearing adjuster, by inserting a blunt punch behind
seal and tap alternately on each side of seal until seal
W 0RMSHAF
BEARING
is driven out of adjuster.
ADJUSTER (12)Remove wormshaft spacer and upper bearing
cup in same manner. However, this must be done
carefully to avoid cocking bearing cup and distorting
adjuster counterbore.
D461 (13)Remove lower cup if replacement is necessary
by positioning locking head jaws of remover Tool
Fig, 5-Removing Worm Shaft Adjuster C-3868(Fig. 8)behind bearing cup and expanding re-
0 MANUA L-STE ER I NG 19-5
on wormshaft and there is roughness or binding, as-
sembly must be replaced.
(16) Extreme care is necessary when handling
aluminum worm bearing adjuster to avoid damaging
threads. It is equally important to avoid damaging
mating threads in gear housing. The wormshaft ad-
juster must never be screwed into housing without
lubrication, or when threads are dirty or damaged.
These precautions must be taken to avoid “picking
up” threads and ruining housing and/or wormshaft
bearing adjuster.
(17) Inspect cross shaft for wear and check fit of
shaft in housing bearings. Inspect fit of shaft pilot in
cover bearing. Make sure wormshaft has not been
bent or otherwise damaged.
(18.) The cross shaft and wormshaft oil seals should
be replaced when unit is reconditioned.
(19) Install cross shaft outer needle bearing by
placing bearing on end of Tool C-3875 with adapter
ring. Press bearing into housing to 1/2 inch below end
of bore to provide space for oil seal.
I462
(20) Install inner needle bearing by placing bearing
Fig. 7-Removing Cross Shaft Inner and on Tool C-3333 (Fig. 9). Press bearing into inside end
Outer Bearings of housing bore flush with inside end of bore surface.
(21) To install wormshaft bearing cups, position
mover head by pressing down on center plunger of cups in housing and bearing adjuster nut. Then press
tool. Withdraw bearing cup by turning remover screw in place with Tool C-3865 (Figs. 10 and 11).
nut in a clockwise direction while holding center (22) Install wormshaft oil seal by positioning seal
screw. in wormshaft adjuster with seal metal retainer UP.
(14)Wash all parts in clean solvent and dry with Drive seal into place with a suitable sleeve so it is
compressed air. slightly below end of bore in adjuster.
(15) Test operation of ball nut assembly on worm- (23) Apply a coating of steering gear lubricant to
shaft. If ball nut does not travel smoothly and freely all moving parts during assembly, also place lubricant

PULLER
WORMS HAFT
C
RAM

Fig. 8-Removing lower Bearing Cup Fig. 9-Installing Inner Bearing


19-6 STEERING-MANUAL
Thoroughly lubricate threads on adjuster and
threads in housing.
(28)Place a protective sleeve of plastic tape over
wormshaft splines so splines do not damage seal. Slide
adjuster assembly over shaft.
(29)Thread adjuster into steering housing, and
with Tool wrench C-3884and splined nut set, tighten
adjuster to 50 foot-pounds while rotating wormshaft.
This is done to effectively seat bearings.
(30)Loosen adjuster so no bearing preload exists.
Then, using torque wrench Tool C-3380,adjust worm-
shaft bearing preload from 1-1/8to 4-1/2inch-pounds.
(31)After adjusting preload, tighten bearing ad-
juster lock nut, and retest to be sure preload remains
between 1-1/8and 4-1/2inch-pounds.
(32)Before installing cross shaft, pack wormshaft
cavities in housing above and below ball nut with
steering gear lubricant. Use steering gear lubricant
whenever possible, but if not available, a good grade
of multi-purpose lubricant may be used. Do not use
ND&
gear oil. When gear is properly packed with steering
gear lubricant it will contain eleven fluid ounces of
Fig. IO-lnsialling Wormshaft Lower Bearing Cup lubricant, and level of lubricant will be at top of
worm.
on and around oil seal lips. (33)Slide cross shaft adjusting screw and shim into
(24)Clamp holding fixture and housing in a vise slot in end of shaft.
with bearing adjuster opening upward. (34)Test end clearance (Fig. 12). The screw must
(25)Place a thrust bearing in lower cup in housing. be free to turn with zero to .004 inch end play. Three
(26)Hold ball nut from turning (Fig. 6),and insert different thickness shims are available to obtain
wormshaft and ball nut assembly into housing with specified clearance.
end of worm resting in thrust bearing. (35)Start cross shaft and adjuster screw into bear-
(27)Place upper thrust bearing on wormshaft. ing in housing cover. Using a screw driver through
hole in cover, turn screw counterclockwise to pull
shaft into cover.
(36)Install adjusting screw lock nut, but do not
tighten at this time.
(37)Rotate wormshaft to centralize ball nut.
(38) Place new cover gasket on housing cover.
B (39)Carefully install cross shaft and cover assem-
bly into steering gear housing (Fig. 4).
The cross shaft and sector teeth should be coated
with steering gear lubricant before installing cross

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Fig. It-Measuring Cross Shuft Adlusting
Fig. 11--Installing Wormshaft Upper Bearing Cup Screw End Clearance
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MANU AL-STE ER ING 19-7


shaft in housing. shaft as a reference point for centering the shaft in
(40)Make certain some lash exists between cross the coupling. Move steering column up or down until
shaft sector teeth and ball nut rack. Install and centerline of gauge hole is 13/16 inch from top face
tighten cover bolts to 25 foot-pounds. of coupling.
(41)Position cross shaft seal on cross shaft with lip (6)After centering coupling, tighten column jacket
of seal facing gear housing. Place installing adapter to instrument panel clamp bolts to 95 inch-pounds. On
SP-3828from Tool C-3880against seal with short step vehicles equipped with manual transmission and con-
toward seal (Fig. 14). Position nut from Tool C-3880 centric shift linkage, it will be necessary to readjust
on cross shaft and turn it down against adapter, length of 1st and reverse shift rod and 2nd and 3rd
pressing seal into housing until step on adapter con- shift rod after steering column assembly has been
tacts end of housing. Remove tool. secured in position. See “Manual Transmission Link-
(42)Turn wormshaft about 1/4 turn away from age Adiustments“ Group 21.
center of “high-spot” position. Using torque wrench (7) Turn steering gear and steering wheel to mid-
C-3380 and 3/4 inch socket on wormshaft spline, point of its travel.
check torque required to rotate shaft through high (8)Place front wheels in straight ahead position
spot at center position. The reading should be be- so master splines in steering gear arm align, with
tween 8 and ll inch-pounds. Readjust cross shaft those on steering cross shaft.
adjusting screw as necessary to obtain proper torque (9)Install steering gear arm, lock washer and nut
reading. Tighten lock nut to 35 foot-pounds and re- on cross shaft and tighten nut to 120 foot-pounds.
check cross shaft torque. (10)After steering gear has been completely in-
stalled, road test vehicle to be sure steering wheel
G EAR IN STALLATI 0 N is centered in straight ahead position. If it is found
(1)Slide steering column assembly upward to to be off center with wheels straight ahead, adjust
where column coupling will clear end of wormshaft to tie rods to center the wheel. See Group 2, “Front Sus-
permit installation of steering gear. pension.”
(2)Dart Models-273 Cu. In. Engine
From under vehicle, work steering gear up through CROSS SHAFT OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT
opening between torsion bar and cylinder block. In- The cross shaft oil seal may be replaced by the
stall three mounting bolts and tighten to 80 foot- following procedure either on the bench, or without
pounds. Lower engine onto mounting pad and install removing steering gear from vehicle.
lock washer and engine mount stud nut. Install CAUTION: When replacing oil seal in vehicle, clean
starter. the exposed portion of cross shaft to help prolong oil
Coronet and Charger Models-426 Cu. In. Engine seal life.
Position steering gear in vehicle by carefully ro- (1)Remove steering gear arm retaining nut and
tating rearward between cylinder head and shock ab- lock washer. Remove arm with Tool C-3646 (Fig. 3).
sorber tower. Install three mounting bolts and tighten Use Tool C-3880to service cross shaft seal. The tool
to 80 foot-pounds. Lower engine onto mounting pad consists of adapter SP-3056;half rings SP-1932 and
and install lock washer and engine mount stud nut. nut SP-3610.
Install battery tray and battery. (2)Slide threaded adapter over end of cross shaft
Coronet and Charger Models-273, 318, 383 and and install nut portion of tool on shaft. (Fig. 13).
440 Cu. In. Engine Maintain pressure on adapter with tool nut while
From under vehicle position steering gear on screwing adapter into seal until it grips oil seal firmly.
mounting bracket and install three mounting bolts.
Tighten to 80 foot-pounds. HOUSING\
All 6 Cylinder Models
Lower steering gear down through engine compart-
ment to mounting bracket. Install three mounting
bolts and tighten to 80 foot-pounds.
(3)Align master spline on wormshaft with master
spline in coupling and slide steering column assembly
down far enough to engage coupling with wormshaft.
(4)Install coupling pin.
(5) With jacket clamp bolts loose, position jacket
assembly so steering shaft coupling is centered at
midpoint of its travel.
A 3/16 inch gauge hole is provided in the steering Fig. 13-Removing Cross Shaft Oil Seal
19-8 STEER ING-POW ER 0

Place two half rings and retainer over both portions


of tool. Turn tool nut counterclockwise to withdraw
seal from housing.
(3)Place seal onto splines on cross shaft with lip
of seal facing gear housing.
(4) Place installing adapter SP-3052 from Tool C-
3880 against seal. Press seal in until a gap of 1/4 inch
exists between adapter and housings (Fig. 14).
(5) Place nut from Tool Set C-3880on cross shaft,
and turn it down against adapter, pressing seal into
TOOL C-3880 housing until step on adapter contacts end of hous-
ing.
(6) Remove tool, install steering arm, lock washer
Fig. 14--lndalling Cross Shaft Oil Sed and retaining nut and tighten nut to 120 foot-pounds.

POWER STEERING GEAR


INDEX
Page Page
General Information ........................... 8 Final Tests and Adjustments ................. 19
Service Diagnosis ............................. 8 Gear Reconditioning ......................... 13
Service in Vehicle ............................. 11 Installation ................................. 20
Gear Shaft Adjustment ....................... 11 Removal .................................... 12
Gear Shaft Oil Seal Replace .................. 12 Worm Shaft Oil Seal Replace ................. 21
Valve Body Recondition ...................... 11 Specifications ................................ 32
Service Out of Vehicle ......................... 12 Tightening Reference .......................... 33

GENERAL INFORMATION
The power steering gear (Figs. 1and 2)consists of a recirculating ball contact. The steering valve,
gear housing containing a gear shaft with sector gear, mounted on top of the steering gear, directs the flow
a power piston with gear teeth broached into the side of fluid in the system.
of the piston which is in constant mesh with the gear Fluid is supplied to the steering gear, by an engine
shaft sector, and a wormshaft connecting the steering driven constant displacement type pump through a
wheel to the power piston through a U-joint type cou- pressure hose. Oil is returned to the pump reservoir
pling. The wormshaft is geared to the piston through from the steering gear through a return hose.

SERVICE DIAGNOSlS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
HARD STEERING (a) Tires not properly inflated. (a) Inflate tires to recommended pres-
sures.
(b) Low oil level in pump reservoir (usu- (b) See “Fluid Level,” Power Steering
ally accompanied by pump noise). Pump.
(c) Loose pump belt (c) See “Group 7-Cooling.”
(d) Improper caster and camber. (d) See “Front Wheel Alignment” Front
Suspension Group 2
(e) Power steering output low. (e) Pressure test pump.
(f) Steering linkage binding. (f) Repair and lubricate as necessary.
(g) Steering gear malfunctions. (gl Adjust or repair as follows:
1. Gear shaft adjustment too tight 1. See “Gear Shaft Adjustment”
2. Faulty or damaged valve lever. 2. Repair a s necessary.
3. External leakage. 3. Inspect for leakage at the lower
sector shaft oil seal; the sector
shaft cover “0”ring.
4. Excessive internal leakage. 4. Recondition steering gear.
POWER-ST EER I NG 19-9
Condition Possible Cause Correction
POOR RECOVERY (a) Tires not properly inflated. (a) Inflate tires to recommended pres-
FROM TURNS sures.
(b) Steering linkage binding. (b) Repair and lubricate as necessary.
(c) Improper wheel alignment. (c) See “Front Wheel Alignment,” Front
Suspension Group 2.
(d) Damaged steering tube bearing. (d) Remove jacket tube and replace bear-
ings.
(e) Steering wheel column jacket and (e) See “Gear Installation.”
steering nut improperly aligned.
(f) Steering gear malfunctions. (f) Adjust or repair as follows:
1. Improper gear shaft adjustment. 1. See “Gear Shaft Adjustment.”
2. Column support spanner nut loose. 2. Repair as necessary.
3. Damaged valve lever. 3. Repair as necessary.
4. Improper worm thrust bearing ad- 4. Recondition steering gear.
justment.
5. Worn or damaged cylinder head 5. Recondition steering gear.
worm seal ring or faulty worm
piston ring.
6. Burrs or nicks in the reaction ring 6. Repair as necessary.
grooves in the cylinder head or col-
umn support.
7. Dirt or chips in the steering gear 7. Recondition steering gear.
unit.
8. Rough worm in the piston as- 8. Recondition steering gear.
sem bly.
CAR LEADS TO EITHER (a) Tires not properly inflated. (a) Inflate tires to recommended pres-
SI DE sures; See “Wheels and Tires.”
(b) improper wheel alignment. (b) See “Front Suspension, Front Wheel
Alignment.” Group 2.
(c) Valve body out of adjustment. (c) If vehicle leads to the left, move the
steering valve housing down on the
steering housing. If vehicle leads to
the right, move the steering valve
housing up on the steering housing.
(d) Valve lever damaged. (d) Repair as necessary.
(e) Column support spanner nut loose. (e) Repair as necessary.
(f) Coupling not centered. (f) Center coupling. Refer to “Gear In-
stal lation.”
(e) Internal leakage in the steering gear (e) Replace the steering gear valve body
va Ive body. assembly.
TEMPORARY (a) Oil level low in pump reservoir. (a) See “Fluid Level.”
INCREASES IN EFFORT (b) Loose pump belts. (b) See “Group 7-Cooling.”
WHEN TURNING (c) Oil on pump belt. (c)
Replace the belt and adjust.
STEERING WHEEL (d) Binding steering linkage. (d)
Lubricate and repair as necessary.
TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT (e) Engine idle too slow. See “Fuel Specifications.” Group 14.
(e)
(f) Air in the system. (f)
Work the steering wheel from right
to left until the air is expelled.
(g) Power steering pump output low. (g) See Diagnosis “Hard Steering” cor-
rection (e).
(h) Gear malfunction, (h) Adjust and repair as outlined under
“Hard Steering”-condition and cor-
rection (g).
NOISES (a) Buzzing noise in neutral and stops (a) Noisy pump, make pressure test and
when the steering wheel is turned. repair as necessary. Damaged hydrau-
lic lines or interference of the hoses
with components attached to the fen-
der shield. Air in system; work steer-
ing wheel from right to left until the
air is expelled.
(b) Chucking noise. Cause as follows: (b) Correct as follows:
1. Improper gear shaft adjustment. 1. See “Gear Shaft Adjustment.”
2. Improper worm shaft thrust bear- 2. Recondition steering gear.
ing adjustment.
19-10 STEERING-POWER 0

Condition Possible Cause Correction


3. Coupling loose on the worm shaft. 3. Inspect worm shaft splines for
wear. Inspect coupling bolt for
tightness, if loose, replace bolt and
inspect wormshaft and coupling.
4. Worn worm and piston assembly. 4. Replace worm and piston assem-
bly.
(c) Metallic clatter or hissing noise. (c) Replace back pressure valve cushion.
(d) Knocking condition a t the bracket (d) Rubber stop worn or missing from
stop when the engine is running. pump bracket.
(e) Loose pump belt. (e) See Group 7 Cooling.

EXCESSIVE STEERING (a) Improper gear shaft adjustment. (a) See “Gear Shaft Adjustment.”
WHEEL FREE-PLAY (b) Column support spanner nut loose. (b) Repair as necessary.
(c) Improper worm thrust bearing ad- (c) Repair as necessary.
justment.
(d) Coupling loose on the worm shaft. (d) Inspect wormshaft splines for wear.

LACK OF ASSIST (a) Oil leaking past worm shaft oil seal (a) Recondititon steering gear.
(One Direction) ring.
(b) Broken or worn ring on worm piston. (b) Recondition steering gear.
(c) Piston end plug loose. (c) Replace the worm and piston assem-
bly.
(d) Reaction seal missing. (d) Remove the steering gear and repair
as necessary.

LACK OF ASSIST (a) Pump belt slipping. (a)See Group 7.


(Both Directions) (b) Pump output low. (b)Pressure test pump.
(c) Broken or worn ring on worm piston. (c)Recondition steering gear.
(d) Piston end plug loose. (d)Replace the worm and piston assem-
OIL OUTLET- INLET bly-
RIGHT TURN POWER CHAMBER SPOOL VALVE

RECIRCULATING BALL GUIDE


REACTION SPRINGS

STEERING COLUMN
CONNECTION

WORM SHAFT BALANCING RING

LEFT TURN POWER CHAMBER


RIGHT TURN REACTION RING
POWER PISTON
ENTER THRUST BEARING RACE

EFT TURN REACTION RING,

PITMAN ARM YLINDER HEAD

WORM SHAFT
64 x 717

Fig. I-Power Steering Gear


0 POWER-STEERING 19-11

SERVICE PROCEDURES
SERVICE IN VEHICLE steering fluid.
(8) Install steering spool valve in valve body so
Gear Shaft Adjustment valve lever hole is aligned with lever opening in valve
(1) Disconnect center link from steering gear arm. body. Valve must be perfectly free in valve body
(2) Start engine and run at idle speed. without sticking or binding (Fig. 3).
(3) Turn steering wheel gently from one stop all (9) Install a new gasket on end plug (if removed).
the way to the other, counting number of turns. Then Tighten plug to 25 foot-pounds.
turn wheel back exactly half way, to center position. (10) Install piston cushion spring in control valve
(4) Loosen adjusting screw until backlash is evident body being sure it seats in counterbore at bottom of
in steering gear arm. Feel backlash by holding end of housing. Lubricate piston and insert nose end of pis-
steering gear arm between thumb and forefinger with ton into body bore. Test for smooth operation. Be sure
a light grip. Tighten adjusting screw until backlash cushion spring is not cocked.
just disappears. (11) Install spring on top of piston, compress spring
Continue to tighten to 3/8 to 1/2 turn from this and install retaining pin.
position and tighten lock nut to 50 foot-pounds to (12) Position two new "0"rings on control valve
maintain this setting. body and attach to steering valve body. Tighten the
two attaching screws to 95 inch-pounds.
Valve Body Recondition (13) If pressure inlet fitting has been removed,
(1) Disconnect high pressure and return hoses at tighten fitting to 30 foot-pounds.
the valve body and tie the ends above the reservoir (14) Align lever hole in valve spool with lever open-
fluid level. ing in valve body.
(2) Remove two screws attaching valve body to (15) Install gear housing making sure the valve
main gear housing. lever enters hole in valve spool and key section on
(3) Lift valve body upward to disengage from valve bottom of valve body nests with the keyway in
lever (Fig. 8). housing.
(4) Remove the two screws attaching control valve
body to steering valve body and separate two bodies CAUTION: These parts should go together with rela-
(Fig. 3). tive ease. Use of force may damage the lever. If they
(5) Compress control valve spring and remove re- do not go together easily, lift off valve assembly, re-
tainer pin, spring, valve piston and cushion spring. align valve spool hole with lever opening in valve
(6) Carefully shake out spool valve and inspect for body and install valve body.
nicks, burrs and scores. Do not remove valve body end (16) Install two screws and tighten to 7 foot-pounds
plug unless inspection indicates a leak at gasket. to prohibit leakage during valve centering operation.
If spool valve or valve body i s damaged, replace (17) Connect high pressure and return hoses to
valve and body assembly. valve body.
Small burrs and nicks may be removed with crocus (18) Start engine. If unit is self-steering tap valve
cloth if extreme care is used not to round off sharp up or down to correct. When tapping valve "down,"
edges of valve. The sharp edge is vitally important to hit valve body on end plug. When tapping valve "up,"
operation of this valve. tap on head of screw attaching the valve body to
(7) Clean valve bodies and valve piston thoroughly
in clean solvent. Blow out all passages with com-
pressed air. Lubricate pistons and bores with power CONTROL, *SCREW " 0RINGS

CROSS SHAFT
SECTOR GEAR

R NY1248
.--_
PISTON
P~WER -2
Fig. 2-Steering Gear Housing
KR48A
SCRE~

Fig. 3-Vafve Body


19-12 STEER1NG-POWER 0

main valve body. Do not hit control valve body.


(19) Turn steering wheel from stop to stop several
times to expel air from system. Refill reservoir as
required.
CAUTION: Do not turn hard against ends of travel.
This will generate high pressure and may blow out
the " 0 rings since the valve body screws have not
been finally tightened.
(20) With steering wheel in straight ahead center
position, start and stop the engine several times, tap-
ping the valve body up or down as required until
there is no movement of the steering wheel when the
engine is both started or stopped.
(21) The valve is now centered. Tighten the two
screws attaching valve body to housing to 200 inch- 64x635
pounds.
Fig. 5-Removing Geur Shaft Oil Seal
Gear Shaft Oil Seal Replace
The gear shaft oil seal may be replaced without gear shaft and tighten tool nut until shoulder of tool
removing the steering gear from the vehicle. adapter contacts gear housing.
(1) Remove steering arm nut. (7) Remove tool nut and adapter and install seal
(2) Disconnect steering gear arm from sector shaft back-up washer and oil seal snap ring with sharp edge
with Tool C-3646 (Fig. 4). out.
(3) Slide threaded adapter SP-3609 of Tool C-3880 (8) Position grease retainer in housing bore. Place
over end of gear shaft and thread tool nut SP-3610 on tool adapter SP-3828with short step of lip against seal
gear shaft. Maintain pressure on threaded adapter (Fig. 7). Install tool nut on gear shaft and tighten tool
with tool nut while screwing adapter far enough to nut until shoulder of tool adapter contacts gear
engage metal portion of grease retainer. Place the two housing.
half rings SP-1932, and Tool retainer ring over both (9) Place steering gear and front wheels in straight
portions of the Tool (Fig. 5). Turn the tool nut ahead position and install steering gear arm and nut.
counter-clockwise to withdraw grease retainer from (10) Tighten steering gear arm nut to 120 foot-
housing. pounds.
(4) Remove oil seal snap ring with pliers Tool C-
3229 and remove seal back-up washer. SERVICE OUT OF VEHICLE
(5) Use Tool C-3880 in same manner as outlined in
step (3) to remove inner seal. Gear Removal
(6) Place tool adapter SP-3828 with long step of (1) Disconnect battery ground cable.
adapter against new seal and slide it over shaft with (2) Remove steering column coupling to wormshaft
seal lip toward housing (Fig. 6). Install tool nut on roll pin.

'TOOL

64 x 633

Fig. &Removing Steering Gear Arm Fig. 6--lnstalling Gear Shaft Inner Oil Seal
POWER-STE ER I NG 19-13
VALVE ASSEMBLY

TOOL

SPRING

64 x 632

Fig. 7-Installing Gear Shaft Grease Retainer Fig. 8-Removing Valve Body Assembly
(3) Raise carpet and remove three bolts in lower rest on frame. Rotate steering gear, wormshaft end,
steering column support plate at floor pan. up between cylinder head and shock absorber tower
(4) Loosen steering column jacket clamp nuts suf- and out through battery tray opening.
ficiently to allow column to be pulled up about 2
inches. Gear Reconditioning
In some models it is necessary to remove the steer- Clean the gear assembly thoroughly in a suitable
ing column finish plate to expose the column clamp. solvent and install unit in holding fixture Tool C-3323.
(5) Tap coupling assembly upward and carefully (1) Drain steering gear through the pressure and
lift off end of wormshaft. return connections by turning steering wormshaft
(6) Disconnect pressure and return hoses at steer- from one extreme of travel to the other.
ing gear valve. Fasten ends of hoses above oil level (2) Remove valve body attaching screws, and re-
in pump. move valve body and three “0”rings (Fig. 8).
(7) Remove gear shaft nut and washer and remove (3) Remove pivot lever and spring. Pry under
steering arm from gear shaft with Tool C-3646 (Fig. spherical head with a screw driver (Fig. 9).
4). CAUTION: Use care not to collapse slotted end of the
CAUTION: Do not remove steering arm by prying valve lever as this will destroy the bearing tolerances
with a lever or striking with a hammer as serious of the sperhical head.
steering gear internal damage may result. (4) Remove gear shaft grease retainer and oil seal
(8) Remove three steering gear to frame mounting as outlined in “Gear Shaft Oil Seal Replacement.”
bolts. Remove steering gear as follows: (5) Loosen gear shaft adjusting screw locknut and
6 Cylinder Models remove gear shaft cover spanner nut with Tool C-3633
Remove steering gear from top of engine compart- (Fig. 10).
ment. PIVOT LEVER
Dart Models-273 Cu. In. Engine
Remove left front engine mount stud nut and
washer. Using suitable jack, raise engine slightly to
provide clearance between left exhaust manifold and
body sheet metal. Remove starter and remove steer-
ing gear from under vehicle.
Coronet and Charger Models-273, 318, 383 and
440 Cu. In. Engines
Remove steering gear from under vehicle.
Coronet and Charger Models-426 Cu. In. Engine
Remove battery and battery tray. From topside of
engine compartment, remove left engine mount insu-
lator stud nut, insulator through-bolt and insulator
bracket upper bolt. Using a suitable jack, raise left
side of engine approximately 1-1/2 inches. Separate
insulator from engine mount and allow insulator to fig. 9-Removing Pivot Lever
19-14

-TOOL
POWER TRAIN
ASSEMBLY

Y ‘ A
I 6$mx 627

Fig. IO-Removing Gear Shaft Retaining Nut


(6) Rotate wormshaft to position gear shaft sector Fig. 12-Removing Power Train
teeth at center of piston travel. Loosen steering power
train retaining nut with Tool (2-3634(Fig. 11). (10)Place power train vertically in a vise equipped
(7)Position holding Tool C-3323 so sector shaft is with soft jaws to avoid damaging piston assembly. See
in a horizontal position. Place Tool (2-3875on thread- Fig. 13 for parts identification.
ed end of gear shaft and slide tool into housing until The 33 worm bearing needle rollers will f a l l out
both tool and shaft are engaged with bearings. when housing head i s removed from wormshaft. Use
(8)Turn wormshaft to full left turn position to arbor Tool C3929 (Fig. 14) to hold rollers in posi-
compress power train parts. Remove power train re- tion when housing head is removed.
taining nut with Tool (3-3634(Fig. 11). Remove hous- (11)Raise housing head until wormshaft oil seal
ing head tang washer. just clears top of wormshaft and position arbor tool
(9)While holding power train firmly compressed, (2-3929on top of wormshaft and into oil seal. With
pry on piston teeth with a screw driver using gear arbor in position pull up on housing head until arbor
shaft as a fulcrum and remove complete power train is positioned in bearing. Remove housing head and
(Fig. 12). arbor.
It is important that cylinder head, center race and To reinstall rollers, if they should become dis-
spacer assembly and housing head be maintained in lodged, retain rollers in the cage with wheel bearing
close contact with each other. This will eliminate the lubricant.
possibility of reaction rings becoming disengaged
CAUTION: If the wormshaft oil seal is t o be replaced,
from their grooves in both the cylinder head and
perform the operation with the housing head assem-
housing head. It will prohibit center spacer from be-
bled in the steering gear housing.
coming separated from center race and becoming
“cocked“ in housing which may make it impossible (12)Remove large “0”ring from groove in hous-
to remove power train without damaging the spacer, ing head.
the housing, or both. (13)Remove reaction seal from groove in face of
housing head with air pressure directed into ferrule
chamber (Fig. 15).
TOOL (14)Inspect all grooves for burrs. Make sure pas-
/ sage from ferrule chamber to upper reaction chamber
is unobstructed.
(15)Remove reaction spring, reaction ring, worm
balancing ring and spacer.
(16)Hold wormshaft from turning, then turn nut
with sufficient force to release staked portions from
knurled section and remove nut.
Wire brush the knurled sections t o remove the
chips, then blow out the nut and wormshaft to remove
any metal particles.
64 x 626 (17)Remove upper thrust bearing race (thin) and
upper thrust bearing.
Fig. 1l-Removing Power Train Retaining Nut (18)Remove center bearing race. ’
19-16 STEER1NG-POWER 0

RINGS
“0’ HEAD

-SUPPORT

Fig. 14-Retaining Bearing Rollers with Arbor Tool


KR 46
(19)Remove lower thrust bearing and lower thrust
bearing race (thick). Fig. 16-Removing Reaction Seal from Cylinder Head
(20)Remove lower reaction ring and reaction
the worm is lifted with a force of 1 pound (Fig. 18).
spring. (27)Inspect condition of rubber sealing ring lo-
(21)Remove cylinder head assembly.
cated under cast iron ring and replace if necessary.
(22)Remove two “0”rings in two outer grooves in
Install cast iron piston ring as follows:
cylinder head. (a) Slide a new piston ring into place in piston
(23)Remove reaction “0”ring from groove in face
groove, then place piston and ring assembly in Tool
of cylinder head with air pressure directed into oil C-3676with lower part of piston and ring resting on
hole located between two “0”ring grooves (Fig. 16). land of tool (Fig. 19).
(24)Remove snap ring, sleeve and rectangular oil (b) Press down on piston to seat ring in piston
seal ring from cylinder head counterbore (Fig. 17). groove, forcing open ends of ring out for ease of lock-
(25)Test operation of wormshaft. The torque re-
ing the ring.
quired to rotate wormshaft throughout its travel in or (28)Place piston assembly in a vertical position
out of piston must not exceed 2 inch-pounds with a 15
pound side load. The worm should run in and out of (wormshaft up) in a vise equipped with soft jaws.
piston under its own weight. (29)Inspect cylinder head ferrule oil passage for
The worm and piston i s serviced as a complete ar-
obstructions and the lands for burrs, then lubricate
the two large “0”rings and install them in the cylin-
sembly and should not be disassembled.
(26)Test for excessive side play with the piston
der head grooves (Fig. 13).
(30) Install worm sleeve seal, sleeve and snap ring
held firmly in a vise with the rack teeth up, and the
(if removed). Make sure snap ring is seated in groove.
worm in its approximate center of travel. The vertical
side play measured at a point 2-5/16from the piston (31)Install lower reaction seal (O-ring) in cylinder
flange should not exceed .008 inch when the end of

HOUSINGHEAD N Y1245A
RETAINER l- REACTION “ 0RING KR47A
Fig. 15-Removing Reaction Seal From W o r m
Shaft Support fig. 17-Removing Cylinder Head 0 1 1 Seal
0 POWER-WE ERI NG 19-17

1 POUND PULL ADJUSTING NUT

KR65A

Fig. 20-Checking Center Bearing Preload


Fig. 18-Checking Worm Shaft Side Play
wormshaft in this position with splined nut, Tool C-
head groove. 3637 and socket wrench, and hold in this position
(32) Slide cylinder head assembly (ferrule up) on thru items 35 and 36, then tighten nut to 50 foot-
wormshaft. Check wormshaft seal ring making sure pounds to prestretch wormshaft threads.
gap is closed to avoid damaging the ring as the cylin-
der head moves against piston flange. (35) Loosen adjusting nut. Place several rounds of
(33) Lubricate with power steering fluid, and in- cord around center bearing race (Fig. 20). Make a loop
stall parts in the following order: in one end of cord and hook loop of a distributor
(a) Lower thrust bearing race (thick). breaker arm spring scale Tool MTU-36 in cord loop.
(b) Lower thrust bearing. Pulling cord will cause bearing race to rotate. Re-
(c) Lower reaction spring (with the small hole over tighten worm bearing adjusting nut while pulling on
the ferrule). cord with scale. When adjusting nut is tightened
(d) Lower reaction ring (flange up so ring pro- properly, reading on the scale should be 16 to 24
trudes through reaction spring and contacts the reac- ounces (20 ounces preferred while the race is turn-
tion “0”ring in the cylinder head). ing).
(e) Center bearing race. (36) Stake upper part of wormshaft adjusting nut
(f) Upper thrust bearing. into knurled area of shaft.
(g) Upper thrust bearing race (thin). (a) Hold a 1/4 inch flat end punch on center line of
(h) Start wormshaft thrust bearing adjusting nut wormshaft end at a slight angle to nut flange (Fig.
(do not tighten}. 21).
(34) Turn wormshaft clockwise one-half turn. Hold WORM
SHAFT

,/ ‘
PISTON RING
ADJUSTING NUT
a PISTON PUNCH
I OUTER RACE\

Fig. 19-fnstafling Piston Ring Fig. 2 1-Staking Worm Shaft Bearing Adjusting Nuf
19-18 STEER ING-PO W ER 3

(b) Strike punch a sharp blow with a hammer and face of housing head with flat side of seal out (Fig.
test preload. 22). Install “0”ring in groove on housing head.
If adjusting nut moved during staking operation, it (44) Slide housing head and arbor, Tool C-3929
can be corrected by striking the nut a glancing blow over the wormshaft carefully engaging cylinder head
in the direction required to regain proper preload. ferrule and “0”ring and making sure reaction rings
(c) After retesting for proper preload, stake the nut enter circular groove in housing head. The power
at three more locations 90” apart around upper part train is now ready for installation in housing.
of the nut. (45) It is generally not necessary to remove sector
(d) To test total staking, apply 20 foot-pounds of shaft cover. However, this may be easily accomplished
torque in each direction. If nut does not move, stak- by removing the adjusting screw. While holding the
ing operation is satisfactory. cover, turn adjusting screw clockwise until the shaft
Retest wormshaft preload to determine that ad- becomes disengaged from cover. The adjusting screw
justment remains constant after nut is securely and thrust washer will now slide out of the “T” slot
locked. in end of shaft.
(37) Position spacer assembly over center race, en-
Gear Shaft Assembly
gaging dowel pin of spacer in slot of race, and slot of (46) To remove gear shaft needle bearings from
spacer entered over cylinder head ferrule. housing, remove grease retainer, oil seal snap ring
This will align the valve pivot lever hole in the with pliers Tool C-3915 and remove seal back-up wash-
center bearing race with the valve pivot lever hole in er.
center bearing spacer assembly. The small “ 0 ring (47) Insert Tool C-3875 in steering housing; place
for the ferrule groove should not be installed until housing in a press and press out bearings and oil seal.
after upper reaction spring and spacer have been (48) To install gear shaft lower needle bearing
installed. place bearing on end of Tool C-3875. Press bearing
(38) Install upper reaction ring on center race and into steering gear housing 1/32 inch below end of
spacer with flange down against spacer. bearing bore to provide space for oil seal, back-up
(39) Install upper reaction spring over reaction ring washer and snap ring and cross shaft grease retainer.
with cylinder head ferrule through hole in reaction See “Cross Shaft Oil Seal Replacement.”
spring. CAUTION: The arbor adapter ring must be used with
(40) Install worm balancing ring (without flange) C-3875 Remover and Installer Arbor, otherwise the
inside upper reaction ring. bearings may be crushed.
(41) Lubricate ferrule “0” ring with Petrolatum (49) To install upper needle bearing, place bearing
and install in groove on cylinder head ferrule. on end of Tool C-3875. Press bearing into housing
(42) If oil seal was removed from housing head, in- flush with end surface of bore.
stall a new seal with Tool C-3650 (Fig. 7). See (50) Insert gear shaft and adjusting screw into
“Wormshaft Oil Seal Replacement.” With lip of seal cover and using a screwdriver through the threaded
toward bearing, drive seal until tool bottoms on the hole in cover, turn screw counterclockwise to pull
support. shaft completely into the cover. Lubricate a new
(43) Lubricate and install reaction seal in groove in square section seal ring and slide it over adjusting
screw into position on top of cover. Install adjusting
HEAD

“ 0RING
/

REACTION RING

KRA5B

Fig. 22-Installing Reaction Seal Ring in Fig. 23-Aligning Center Bearing Spacer with
Worm Shaft Support Steering Valve
0 POWER-STE ERING 19-19
(58) Install valve body on housing making sure
valve pivot lever enters hole in valve spool (Fig. 1).
Be sure “0”ring seals are in place. Tighten valve
mounting screws to 7 foot-pounds.
(59) Install new gear shaft seal followed by seal
back-up washer and snap ring and a new grease re-
tainer as outlined under “Gear Shaft Oil Seal Re-
placement.”

Final Tests and Adjustments


(1) Remove oil reservoir cover and fill reservoir
with Power Steering Fluid, Part No. 2084329 or
equivalent, to the level mark.
(2) Connect test hoses C-3211 and C-3318 with
proper adapters to hydraulic pump on the vehicle
Fig. 24-Installing Valve Pivot Lever with pressure gauge C-3309B installed between the
pump and steering gear.
screw lock nut, but do not tighten at this time. (3) Start the engine.
(51) Lubricate cover “0”ring and gear shaft cover (4) Center valve until unit is not self-steering. Tap
groove with wheel bearing grease and place “0”ring on the head of valve body attaching screws to move
in cover groove. The shaft assembly is now ready for valve body up on steering housing, and tap on end
installation. plug to move valve body down on housing. Expel all
(52) Lubricate power train bore of the housing with air from the unit by turning wormshaft back and
power steering fluid, and carefully install power train forth through the travel several times.
assembly. To keep reaction rings from coming out of (5) Refill reservoir before proceeding with follow-
their grooves keep worm turned fully counterclock- ing tests and adjustments on the bench.
wise. The piston teeth must be facing to the right and (a) With steering gear on center, tighten gear shaft
the valve lever hole in center race and spacer must be adjusting screw until backlash in steering gear arm
in the “up” position. just disappears. See “Gear Shaft Adjustment.”
CAUTION: Make sure the cylinder head is bottomed If power train has been removed, tighten 1-1/4
on the housing shoulder (Figs. 1 and 2). turns from this position and while holding adjusting
(53) Align valve lever hole in center bearing race screw in this position, tighten lock nut (Fig. 25).
and spacer exactly with the valve lever hole in the This is a temporary adjustment to bring the piston
gear housing. Turn the housing head by tapping on a rack and sector teeth in full alignment.
reinforcing rib with hammer and drift. Use Tool C- (b) Operate unit through its full travel several
3649 to maintain alignment (Fig. 23). times to align piston rack and sector teeth.
The aligning tool should not be removed until the (c) With gear on center, readjust sector shaft back-
spanner nut is securely tightened. lash. This will require loosening adjusting screw until
(54) Install housing head tang washer to index with backlash is evident. Then retighten adjusting screw
groove in housing. Install spanner nut and tighten to until backlash just disappears. Continue to tighten for
110 to 200 foot-pounds with Tool C-3634.
(55) Set the power piston at the center of travel
and install gear shaft and cover assembly so that
sector teeth index with piston rack teeth. Make sure
“0”ring is positioned in face of cover.
(56) Install cover spanner nut and tighten 110 to
200 foot-pounds with Tool C-3633.
(57) Install valve pivot lever (double bearing end
first) (Fig. 24) into center race and spacer through
hole in steering housing so that slots in valve lever are
parallel to wormshaft in order to engage the anti-
rotation pin in center race. Install valve pivot lever
spring small end first.
Turn worm until the piston bottoms in both direc-
tions and observe the action of the lever. I t must be in
the center of the hole and snap back to its center
position when the worm torque i s relieved. Fig. 25-Adjusting Steering Gear Mesh
1
19-20 STEER1NG-POW ER 0

3/8 to 1/2 turn from this position and tighten lock


nut to 50 foot-pounds to maintain setting.
(d) Starting from a point at least one full turn of
the wormshaft either side of center, torque at sector TOOL
shaft required to turn unit through center at 2 rpm
in each direction shall not exceed 20 foot-pounds or
vary more than 5 foot-pounds from left to right.
(e) Adjust torque to be equal in both directions by
readjusting the valve.
Tighten valve body adjusting screw to 200 inch-
pounds.
(f) With gear at or near full turn in either direc-
tion, attempt to return unit to center by applying
torque wrench at steering gear shaft. Hold wormshaft
until cross shaft torque builds up to 50 foot-pounds.
Release wormshaft and maintain a constant steady
pull at 2 rpm on the gear shaft. If cross shaft torque
I Fig. 26-Removing Worm Shaft Oil Seal
64 x 631

does not drop to 20 foot-pounds maximum as the unit


passes through center, check for too much interior on all other models.
drag; binding valve lever, binding spool valve, or (3) Connect pressure and return hoses to steering
tight cross shaft adjustment. valve.
(6) With unit under power, but with no load, torque (4) Center the steering gear wormshaft. Worm-
required to rotate wormshaft through an included shaft master spline should be in 12 o'clock position.
angle of 180" (90° either side of center) at 6 rpm (or With front wheels in straight ahead position, install
one revolution every ten seconds) shall be 6-10 inch- steering gear arm, washer and nut. Tighten nut to
pounds. Disconnect test equipment and mounting fix- 120 foot-pounds.
ture and install unit in vehicle. (5) With steering wheel centered, lower steering
column till column shaft coupling indexes with worm-
shaft master spline. Master spline is indicated on
Gear /nstallatlon lower coupling flange by a 1/4 inch hole next to roll
(1) Position steering gear in vehicle as follows: pin hole.
(6) Install coupling roll pin.
6 Cylinder Models (7) Install three lower steering column support
Install steering gear on mounting bracket from top plate bolts. Before tightening column clamp nuts,
side of engine compartment. align column jacket so steering shaft is centered in
lower end of jacket. Reposition floor carpet and in-
Dart Models-273 Cu. In. Engine stall steering column finish plate if so equipped.
Install steering gear on mounting bracket from (8) Connect battery ground cable, fill power steer-
under vehicle. Install starter, lower engine into posi- ing pump reservoir and start engine.
tion and install left front engine mount stud washer (9) Expel all air from system by turning steering
and nut.
Coronet and Charger Models-273, 318, 383 and
440 Cu. In. Engines
Install steering gear on mounting bracket from
under vehicle.
I
Toq
Coronet and Charger Models-426 Cu. In. Engine
Position steering gear on mounting bracket by
rotating gear (gear shaft first) back through battery
tray area and down between cylinder head and shock
absorber tower. Install insulator stud and nut to
engine mount. Lower engine back down on frame and
install insulater bracket through-bolt and upper frame
bolt.
(2) Install steering gear mounting bolts and tighten
to 55 foot-pounds on Dart models or 80 foot-pounds Fig. 27-Installing Worm Shaft Oil S e d
0 PUMP-STE E R I NG 19-21
wheel from stop to stop several times. Inspect pump moval of the steering gear assembly from the vehicle.
reservoir fluid level and replenish if necessary. See “Gear Removal.”
(1) Remove oil seal with Tool C-3638 (Fig. 26).
Worm Shaft Oil Seal Replacement (2) Drive new oil seal in place (lip of seal toward
The worm shaft ojl seal replacement requires re- housing head) with Tool (2-3650 (Fig. 27).

POWER STEERING PUMP


INDEX
Page Page
Discharge Fitting Ferrule ...................... 25 Pressure Relief Valve (.96 .1.2 Models) .......... 26
Flow Control Valve Pump Installation ............................. 24
.96 - 1.2 Models ............................. 25 Pump Removal ................................ 24
.94 Model ................................... 26 Reconditioning ................................ 26
General Information ........................... 21 .96- 1.2 Models ............................. 26
Oil Filter Screen .............................. 26 .94 Model ................................... 28
Oil Seal Replacement .......................... 24 Service Diagnosis ............................. 22
.96- 1.2 Models .............................. 24 Specifications ................................. 32
.94 Model .................................. 25
GENERAL INFORMATION
Three power steering pump models are used on pressure relief valve. The valve opens into the reser-
Dodge models. The .96 pump is identified by the plain voir when the pressure exceeds the maximum pres-
end of the drive shaft while the 1.2 pump is identi- sure specified (Fig. 1).
fied by a hexagon shaped hole in the pulley end of the In the .96 pump, the slippers in the rotor force the
drive shaft. oil from the inlet side of the pump to the flow control
Two pumps are belt driven constant displacement valve and through a variable orifice formed in the
slipper type pumps. In operation the spring loaded head of the valve by the metering rod. Higher pump
slippers in the pump rotor are in contact with the output caused by higher engine speed is sensed as a
eccentric inside diameter of the cam-insert. As the pressure drop through the orifice which moves the
rotor turns, the slippers force the oil from the inlet flow valve to the left (Fig. 2). This movement causes a
side of the pump to the flow control valve. In the 1.2 change in orifice size as the valve moves to the larger
pump, orifices in the metering insert permit a flow of part of the metering-rod at engine speeds above ap-
approximately two gallons per minute to the steering proximately 3000 rpm. This metering-rod principle
gear before the valve moves to the left to allow the allows high flow for improved steering at low speeds
excess to flow back to the inlet side of the pump. and low flow for lower fluid temperatures at high
Maximum pressure in the system is limited by the speeds.
,CAM-INSERT

Y IK V L
VALVE METERING PIN/
-. NN104
19-22 STEER ING-PU M P 0

OVAL SHAPED more oil is picked up by the vanes, oil is forced into
the cavities of the thrust plate, through two cross-
over holes in the cam ring and pressure plate which
empty into the high pressure area between the pres-
sure plate and the housing end plate.
Filling the high pressure area causes oil to flow
under the vanes in the slots of the rotor forcing the
vanes to follow the inside oval surface of the cam
ring. As the vanes rotate to the small area of the
cam ring, oil is forced out from between the vanes.
A flow control valve permits oil to return to the
intake side of the pump when excess output builds up
during high speed operation. This reduces the power
requirements to drive the pump and minimizes tem-
NN1002 perature build-up.
When steering conditions exceed maximum pres-
Fig. 3 - e 9 4 Pump sure requirements, such as turning the wheels against
the stops, the pressure built up in the steering gear
Maximum pressure in the system is limited by the also exerts pressure on the spring end of the flow
pressure relief valve which opens into the reservoir control valve. This action forces the pressure relief
when the pressure exceeds the maximum specified. ball from its seat and allows oil to flow through the
A third pump installed only on 273 and 318 cu. in. pilot orifice in the outlet fitting reducing the pressure
engines is the .94 pump. This pump can be identified on the spring end of the valve. The flow control
by the long oval shape of the filler tube and a pulley valve then opens and allows the oil to return to the
keyed to the shaft and retained by a nut (Fig. 3). intake side of the pump and to the reservoir. This
Instead of slippers as in the .96 and 1.2 pumps, action limits maximum pressure output of the pump
vanes move the fluid to the intake and from the pres- to a safe level.
sure cavities of the cam ring. As the pump begins Under normal operating conditions, the pressure
to rotate, centrifugal force throws the vanes against requirements of the pump are below maximum and
the inside surface of the cam ring to pick up residual the pressure relief ball and the flow control valve
oil which is forced into the high pressure area. As will remain closed.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
INTERMITTANT OR (a) Loose belt (a) Tighten belt.
NO ASSIST (b) Low fluid level. (b) Inspect and correct fluid level.
(c) Low pump efficiency. (c) Service as necessary.
(d) Pump seizure. (d) Replace pump.
(e) Broken slipper spring(s). (e) Recondition pump or replace as nec-
essary.
(f) Flow control bore plug ring not in (f) Replace snap ring. Inspect groove for
place. depth.
(g) Flow control valve sticking. (g) Service flow control valve as neces-
sa ry.
(h) Wrong pressure-relief valve. (h) Install proper relief valve.
(i) Broken “0” ring on flow control bore (i) Replace “0” ring.
Plug.
(j) Loose pressure-relief valve. (j) Tighten valve. DO NOT ADJUST.
*(I) Loose screw in end of flow control (I) Tighten screw.
valve.
*(m) Distorted pressure plate. (m) Replace pressure plate.
*(n) Cam ring badly worn. (n) Replace cam ring.
*(o) Vanes improperly installed. (01 Install vanes properly.
*(p) Faulty flow control valve. (p) Replace flow control valve.
NOISY PUMP (a) Low fluid level. (a) Inspect and correct fluid level.
(b) Belt noise. (b) Inspect for pulley alignment, paint or
grease on pulley and correct
0 PUM P-STEE RING 19-23
Condition Possible Cause Correction
(c) Foreign material blocking pump hous- (c) Remove reservoir, visually check inlet
ing oil inlet hole. oil hole and service as necessary.
*(d) Vanes improperly installed. (d) Install properly or replace if neces-
sary.
*(e) Vanes sticking in rotor. (e) Recondition pump and correct cause.
*(f) Faulty flow control valve. (f) Replace flow control valve.
*(g) Pressure plate, thrust plate or rotor (g) Replace badly scored part or lap in if
scored. lightly scored.
PUMP VIBRATION (a) Pump hose interference with sheet (a) Reroute hoses.
metal or brakes lines.
(b) Faulty or loose belt. (b) Replace or adjust belt as necessary.
See “Cooling System,” Group 7.
(c) Pulley loose or out of round. (c) Replace pulley.
(d) Crankshaft pulley loose or damaged, (d) Replace crankshaft pulley.
PUMP LEAKS (a) Cap or filler neck leaks. (a) Correct fluid level.
(b) Reservoir solder joints leak. (b) Resolder or replace reservoir as nec-
essary.
(c) Reservoir “0”ring leaking. (c) Inspect sealing area of resewoir. Re-
place “0” ring of reservoir as neces-
sa ry.
(d) Shaft seal leaking. (d) Replace seal.
(e) Loose rear bracket bolts. (e) Tighten bolts. See “Tightening Refer-
ence”.
(f) Loose or faulty pressure hose ferrule. (f) Tighten fitting to 24 foot-pounds or
replace as necessary.
(g) Rear bolt holes stripped or casting (g) Repair, if possible, or replace pump.
cracked.
* .94Pump Only
SERVICE PROCEDURES
Checking Fluid Level (2) Measure belt tension and correct if necessary.
See “Cooling System”, Group 7.
.9& I .2 Models (3) Disconnect pressure hose at pump and in its
(1) Start engine, turn steering wheel back and place, install adapter fitting and test hose C-3388.
forth several times to expel air from system, then Connect pressure hose from steering gear to valve
shut off engine. side of gauge C-3309B. If adapter and test hose C-
(2) Wipe reservoir filler cap free of dirt, remove 3388 is not available, connect a second power steer-
cap and visually inspect oil level in reservoir. ing pressure hose from gauge side of C-3309B to
Engine Cold-Oil level should be at bottom of filler pump(Fig.4).
neck.
Engine Hot-Oil level should be one-half way up in
filler neck.

-94 Model
The oil level in the .94 pump should be checked
only after pump has reached normal operating tem-
perature. A dip stick, built into the reservoir cap,
indicates “FULL” or “ADD”. Fluid level should be
at the “FULL” mark when hot.
Replenish the fluid, if necessary, in all pumps with
Power Steering Fluid, Part No. 2084329 or equiva-
lent.

Pressure Test-All Models


(1) Inspect fluid level in reservoir. Fill to correct
level if necessary. Fig. 4-Pressure Test
19-24 STEER ING-PU MP 0

Valve must be installed on outlet side of gauge. (3) Connect pressure and return hoses, routing the
(4) Insert thermometer in fluid reservoir, start hoses in same position they were in before removal.
engine and warm up fluid to a temperature between (4) Fill pump reservoir with Power Steering Fluid,
150 and 170 degrees Fahrenheit. Part Number 2084329 or equivalent. See “Checking
Turning the wheels from stop to stop will aid in Fluid Level.”
warming the fluid. Do not hold wheels against stop (5) Start engine and turn steering wheel all way
for extended period as undue internal pump over- from left to right to bleed system. Stop engine, check
heating will result. oil level and correct if necessary.
(5) With engine idling at 500 RPM, and gauge valve
open, note pressure while turning steering wheel Oil Seal Replacement-.Pb and 1.2 Models
from one extreme position to the other. Turn the (1) Remove pump from engine. Drain reservoir and
wheels all the way to one or the other stop momen- clean exterior before servicing.
tarily and note the maximum pressure. A pressure of (2) Remove brackets, reservoir screws, reservoir,
at least the minimum pressure shown for the partic- gasket and “0”ring.
ular pump in “Specifications” should be read. (3) Using spacer washers between front bracket
(6) If pressure is under the specified rating, the and pump, reinstall front bracket for use as holding
steering system is not functioning properly. To deter- fixture. Clamp bracket in a vise (Fig. 5).
mine which unit is faulty, momentarily close the (4) Remove pulley with Tool C-3615 as follows:
pressure gauge valve and note maximum pressure (a) Engage one half-collar under flange of pulley
registered on gauge. If the pressure reads less than hub. Position screw shaft and nut with flange section
the maximum pressure shown for the particular pump inside collar.
in “Specifications” the pump is faulty and should be (b) Engage other half-collar under pulley hub and
reconditioned. Should pressure reading in step 5 read over flange of screw shaft. Install retainer sleeve over
low but not in step 6, the steering gear is faulty. both half-collars.
When removing test equipment, be sure to reinstall (c) Hold nut from turning and turn screw till
hoses in original position to avoid interference with pulley is removed.
engine or sheet metal. (5) Thread Tool C-3683 (1.2 pump) or C-3642 (.96
pump into metal portion of seal and turn puller cen-
Pump Removal-All Models
ter screw while holding tool body. Be careful not to
(1) Loosen pump lower mounting and locking bolts damage pump shaft (Fig. 6).
and remove belt. (6) After inspecting for and removing all burrs and
(2) Disconnect both hoses at pump. scratches from end of shaft, install a new seal with lip
(3) Remove mounting and locking bolts and remove toward pump. Use Tool C-3782 (1.2 pump) or Tool
pump and bracket. (2-3640 (.96 pump) to drive seal flush with insert (Fig.
7).
(7) Support pump body on holding fixture Tool C-
Pump Installation-All Models
(1) Position pump on engine and install retaining 3643, with locating pins in reservoir bolt holes so all
and locking bolt. pressure will be applied to lower end of pump shaft.
(2) Install drive belt and adjust. See “Cooling The pump MUST be supported in a manner in
System-Group 7.” Tighten pump bracket bolts to 30
foot-pounds.

Flg. 5-Removing Pump Pulley Fig. 6-011 Seal Removal


PU MP-STE ERI NG 19-25

63x666,

Fig. 7-Oil Seal fnstallcrtion


Fig. 9-Removing Ferrule f.96 Pump Shown)
which all pressing force will be applied to shaft only; (2) Clamp pump in vise upside down to prevent
otherwise pump body and rotor will be damaged. chips from falling into pump.
(8) Press pulley hub on shaft with a heavy duty (3) Use a No. 4 screw-extractor (E-Z out) and turn
arbor press until hub of pulley is flush with end of into ferrule. Carefully rock extractor back and forth
shaft (Fig. 8). so as not to damage threads of housing (Fig. 9).
(9) Install new pump “0” ring and reservoir, (4) Clean bore and center new ferrule with tapered
gasket. Lubricate “0”ring before installation. end up in bore. Installing pressure hose and tightening
(10) Install reservoir and pump brackets. Tighten to 24 foot pounds will seat ferrule.
screws to 16 foot-pounds.
(11) Install pump and adjust belt as outlined under Flow Control Valve-.96 and 1.2 Models
“Cooling,” Group 7. (1) Remove pump from engine and reservoir from
the pump.
(2) Remove snap ring and plug from opening lo-
-94 Model
To service the drive shaft oil seal, it is necessary cated next to discharge fitting in 1.2 pump (Fig. 10).
to remove the pump from the vehicle, disassemble In .96 pump remove the snap ring, plug and pin
and reassemble the pump as outlined in “Recondi- assembly.
tioning-.94 Model.” DO NOT adjust metering rod pin in plug in .96
pump. The assembly has been preset and perform-
ance cannot be improved by adiusting.
Discharge Fitting Ferrule Replacemen)
.96 and 1.2 Models
(1) Remove pump from engine.
DISCHARGE
FITTING

63x669 A

Fig. IO-Removing Flow Control Valve


Fig. 8-fnstalling Pump Pulley Retaining Plug
19-26 STEER I N G-P UM P 0

(3) Depress control valve against spring pressure


and allow it to spring back. The valve should pop out
of bore. It may be necessary to lightly rap valve and
repeat above operation if it is stuck in position. Bot-
tom plug may be removed in .96 pump to aid in re-
moving valve. If dirt chips, etc. are found on valve or
within valve bore, entire pump should be disassem-
bled, washed out and rebuilt. If valve bore is badly
scored, replace pump body.
(4) Seat control valve spring in spring pocket.
(5) Remove any burrs on valve with crocus cloth,
but DO NOT round off edges of valve lands.
(6) Lubricate valve with Power Steering Fluid and
install over spring making sure it moves freely in
bore.
(7) Replace plug and pin assembly in .96 pump. On
1.2 pump, replace and lubricate “0”ring on plug and
install with projection out.
(8) Install snap ring with sharp edge UP. Fig. 12-Marking Pump Body, Spanner Nut and
(9) Install pulley (Fig. 8), new “0”ring on pump Front Insee
body, new reservoir gasket, reservoir and brackets. (4) Remove valve from vise and remove pressure
(10) Install pump on engine. relief ball, guide and spring.
-94 Model Assembly
The flow control valve is serviced as an assembly. (1) Insert spring, guide and pressure relief ball in
Nicks or burrs that might cause the valve to stick in end of flow control valve (Fig. 11).
the bore may be removed by rubbing valve over flat (2) Install hex head plug using the same number
surface covered by crocus cloth. Care should be taken of shims as were removed. Altering shim thickness
to prevent rounding the sharp edges of the lands. will change relief pressure.
The valve may be disassembled for cleaning if dirt (3) Install hex head plug and tighten to 50 inch-
has caused pump failure. It is important that if the pounds.
valve is disassembled for cleaning purposes, the en- (4) Insert flow valve spring and valve in bore. In-
tire pump should be disassembled and cleaned. stall new “0”ring on pressure hose fitting and lubri-
Disassembly cate with power steering fluid.
(1) Remove pressure hose fitting from pump res- (5) Thread fitting into pump body and tighten to
ervoir. Discard “0”ring on fitting. 20 foot-pounds.
(2) Withdraw valve with a magnet. If valve is stuck
in bore, it may be necessary to push in on valve Pressure Relief Valve-.96 and I .2 Models
against spring pressure. Release pressure exerted The pressure relief valve should be replaced as an
against valve abruptly and allow valve to spring out assembly if pressure test indicates it is incorrectly
of bore. set or leaking. The valve screws out of pump body
(3) Clamp land end of valve in a soft jawed vise after brackets and reservoir are removed. Do not
and remove hex head plug and shim@).Note number attempt to readjust this valve.
of shims on plug. Same number of shims should be
installed on assembly of valve. Oil Filter Screen-.96 and I .2 Models
PRESSURE FLOW The oil filter screen is located on the end of the
RELIEF CONTROL return tube inside the reservoir. Remove and replace
screen only when torn or completely clogged. Wash
screen off whenever pump is disassembled.

Recondifioning-.96 and I .2 Models


(1) Remove pump from vehicle and bracket, pulley
and reservoir from the pump.
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(2)Center punch spanner nut, front insert and
housing to aid in proper indexing when reassembling
Fig. 1 I-Flow Control Valve f.94Pump) (Fig. 12).
0 PUMP-STE ER I NG 19-27

Fig. 15-Installing Slipper Rings


parts thoroughly with solvent. Cleanliness is essential
throughout pump assembly. Reassemble with new
slipper springs if possible.
(7) Using a piece of wire 25 inches long, make
three turns around center of rotor, fastening ends
Fig. 13-Removing Spanner Nut
(Fig. 15). Bend ends of wire towards pulley end of
shaft.
(3) Use a drift to remove the spanner nut (Fig. 13). Use caution in handling rotor to prevent damage to
(4)Support pump housing with insert clear of sharp corners which are necessary for good pump
arbor press table and press shaft, rotor and insert performance.
out of housing (Fig. 14). (8)Install springs by turning clockwise into pockets
(5) Broken edges or deep scoring of rotor and slip in rotor, using a pencil with point broken off (Fig. 14).
pers will require pump body replacement. (9) Install each slipper by sliding between two
Do not mistake the machined notches on inside sur- springs and wire wrapping around rotor. The notched
face of cam insert, for scoring. end must be installed as shown in (Fig. 16).
(6) Smooth off burrs on pulley end (only) of pump (10) Inspect springs to make sure they are in
shaft to prevent seal damage on installation. Clean all pockets and in upright position under slipper (Fig.
17). Cocked springs will not right themselves, but will
PRESS RAM break in use.

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(11) Install a washer of the dimensions shown in
Fig. 18 or Fig. 19, over the pulley end of the shaft
to keep the slippers flush with the end of the rotor
TOOL throughout the assembly operation.
(12) Insert shaft and rotor assembly into pump
cam insert so slippers are started in cam and shaft has
entered pump body bearing housing (Fig. 20).
(13) Hold washer firm against rotor while removing

63x675 SLIPPERS (4) NOTCHES 63x678A

fig. 14-Removing Shaft, Rotor and front Insert Fig. 16-Slippers Installed in Rotor
19-28 STEER IN G-PU MP 0

SLIPPER SPRINGS (8)


I

LARGE PUMP 63x680


(1.2 CU. IN. DISPLACEMENT)

Fig. 19-Slipper Retainer tool (1.2 Pump)


63x679
(18)Install spanner nut and tighten to its original
Fig. 17-Slippers and Springs Installed position with a drift by aligning punch marks.
(19)Install pump pulley (Fig. 8), new “0” ring
wire and gently Push rotor assembly down into Cam- reservoir gasket, reservoir and pump brackets.
insert. The rotor will be flush with end of cam-insert
when fully inserted.
The slipper ends may hang up in cam-insert ports Reconditioning-.94 Model
during installation. Rotate shaft while installing to Disassembly
(1)Remove pulley retaining nut before loosening
prevent this occurrence.
power steering pump belts. Remove pump from
(14) Remove flat washer. Make sure slipper springs engine as an assembly.
are in place by rotating shaft and looking through (2) Tap pulley off shaft with plastic hammer.
end of each slipper. (3) Remove brackets from pump, drain reservoir
(15)Lubricate rotor assembly and rotate to make and clean exterior of pump with solvent.
sure slippers do not bind. (4)Remove key from drive shaft.
(16)Replace shaft seal (See “Oil Seal Replace- (5)Using soft protective jaws, clamp pump (shaft
ment”) and “0”ring seal on front insert. Lubricate down) in vise between square boss and shaft housing
and position insert in pump body so punch marks (Fig. 22).
align with punch marks on pump flange (Fig. 12). (6)Remove two mounting studs and pressure hose
(17) Support pump housing in an arbor press (Fig. fitting. Gently tap reservoir filler tube back and forth
21), and using a 1-1/4inch socket press insert into
body making sure two punch marks remain aligned.

I
SMALL PUMP
(.96 CU. IN. DISPLACEMENT) 63x681

Fig. 18-Slipper Refainor Tool f.96 Pump) Fig. 20-Installing Rofor and Shaft f1.2 Pump Shown)
PU MP-STEER1 NG 19-29

PUNCH RETAINER
PRESS RAM

Fig. 23-Removing End Cover Retainer Ring


(10) Remove and discard end plate and pressure
plate “0”rings.
(11) Place pump body on flat surface and pry drive
Fig. 2 I-Installing Front Inserf shaft oil seal out with a screw driver (Fig. 25).
PLASTIC
with plastic hammer to loosen. Work reservoir off
pump body (Fig. 22). Discard reservoir, two mounting
stud and pressure fitting “0”rings.
(7) Using a punch, tap end cover retainer ring
around till one end of ring lines up with hole in
pump body. Insert punch in hole far enough to dis-
engage ring from groove in pump bore and pry ring
out of pump body (Fig. 23).
(8) Tap end cover with plastic hammer to jar it
loose. Spring under cover should push cover up.

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(9) Remove pump body from vise, place in inverted
position on flat surface and tap end of drive shaft
with plastic hammer to loosen pressure plate, rotor
and thrust plate assembly from body. Lift pump body
off of rotor assembly. Flow control valve and spring
should slide out of bore also (Fig. 24). Fig. 24-Removing Drive Shaft Assembly
SCREW SEAL

NN1005

Fig. 22-Removing Reservoir Fig. 25-oir smr Removal


19-30 STEER1NG-PU MP
(12) Inspect seal bore in housing for burrs, nicks
or score marks that would allow oil to bypass outer
seal surface.
(13) If necessary to disassemble flow control valve SOCKET
for cleaning, see “Flow Control Valve Disassembly”.
(14) After lifting pressure plate and cam ring from
rotor, remove ten vanes from slots in rotor.
(15)Clamp drive shaft in soft jawed vise, with
rotor and thrust plate facing up.
(16)Using a 7/16 inch open end wrench, tap drive
shaft retaining lock ring off of shaft (Fig. 26).
(17)Slide rotor and thrust plate off of shaft and
remove shaft from vise.
inspection NNlOlO
(1) Wash all parts in clean solvent, blow out all
passages with compressed air and air dry cleaned
parts. Fig. 27-Oil Seal Installation
(2) Inspect drive shaft for excessive wear and seal Assembly
area for nicks or scoring. Replace if necessary. (1) Place pump body on flat surface and drive new
(3)Inspect fit of vanes in rotor. Vanes must slide drive shaft seal into bore with a 7/8 or 15/16 inch
freely in slots of rotor without binding. Excessively socket till seal bottoms on shoulder (Fig. 27).
loose vanes require replacement of rotor and/or CAUTION: Excessive force will distort the mal.
vanes. Binding can be relieved by cleaning or removal (2) Lubricate seal with power steering fluid and
of burrs with a thin fine file. clamp pump body in vise, (shaft end down).
(4) Inspect flat surfaces of pressure and thrust
plates for wear or scoring. Light scoring can be re- (3)Install end cover and pressure plate “0”rings
moved by lapping on a flat surface. Remove all lap- in grooves in pump cavity. These rings are the same
ping compound thoroughly before reassembly. size. Lubricate with power steering fluid.
(5) Inspect inner surface of cam ring for heavy (4) Lubricate large pump body to reservoir “0”
scuff or chatter marks. Replace if necessary. Light ring and install on pump body.
score or scuff marks can be removed by polishing (5)With drive shaft clamped splined end up in soft
with a small, flat oil stone. jawed vise, install thrust plate on drive shaft (smooth,
(6)Inspect end cover for nicks or burrs on sur- ported side up) (Fig. 28).
face contacting “0”ring and remove with a fine (6)Slide rotor over splines with the counterbore
stone. of rotor facing down. Install rotor lock ring making
(7)Inspect pump body drive shaft bushing for ex- sure ring is seated in groove (Fig. 29).
cessive wear. Replace pump body and bushing as an (7) Install two dowel pins in holes in pump cavity.
assembly if badly worn or scored. Carefully insert drive shaft, rotor and thrust plate
psr

7/16 INCH THRUST


END WRENCH

LOCK
’ RING i

\PORTED
SIDE UP NNlOll

Fig. 26-Removing Rotor Lock Ring Fig. 28-Installing Thrud Plate


0 PUMP-STE ERI NG 19-31

LO

14

Fig. 29-Installing Rotor Lock Ring Fig. 3I--lnstalling Cam Ring


assembly in pump cavity indexing locating holes with sembly.
dowel pins (Fig. 30). (13) Using a punch, tap retainer ring ends around
(8)Slide cam ring over rotor on dowel pins with in the groove until opening is opposite flow control
arrow on ring facing “UP” (Fig. 31).
(9) Install ten vanes in rotor slots with radius edge
facing out towards cam ring inner service (Fig. 32).
CAUTION: Vanes installed with flat edge out will
result in noisy pump operation.
(10) Position pressure plate on dowel pins. Place DO
\
a 1-1/4inch socket in groove of pressure plate and RADIUS
seat entire assembly on “0”ring in pump cavity by EDGE
pressing down on pressure plate with both thumbs
(Fig. 33).
(11)Place spring in groove in pressure plate and
position end cover lip edge UP over spring.
(12)Press end cover down below retaining ring
groove with thumb and install ring making sure it is
seated in groove (Fig. 34).
This operation can be performed in an arbor press NN1015
if available. Care should be exerted to prevent cock-
ing the end cover in the bore or distorting the as- Fig. 32-Installing Rotor Vanes

Fig. 30-Rotor and Thrust Plate lnstalled Fig. 33-Seating Pressure Plate
19-32 STEER1NG 4 0LUMN 0

SNER “0”RING IN
ENDS UPPER GROOVE

FLOW
CONTROL
VALVE
BORE

L
\RELIEF
ORIFICE

NN1018

Fig. 34-Installing End Cover Plate and Fig. 35-Installing Pressure Hose Fiffing
Retainer Ring
CAUTION: Be sure “0” ring is installed on upper
valve bore. This is important for maximum retention groove. I t is possible to install “0” ring in lower
of the retainer ring (Fig. 34). groove. This would restrict relief outlet orifice.
(14) Replace reservoir “0”ring seal, two mounting (17) Install pressure hose fitting and tighten mount-
stud “0”ring seals and flow control valve “0”ring ing studs. Tighten pressure hose fitting to 20 foot-
seal on pump body, lubricate with power steering fluid pounds and rear mounting studs 25-35 foot-pounds.
and carefully position reservotr on pump body. (18) Remove pump assembly from vise and install
Visually align the mounting stud holes till studs can mounting brackets and drive shaft key.
be started in threads. (19) Install pulley on shaft and secure with re-
(15) Using a plastic hammer, tap reservoir down on taining nut. Tighten nut to 45-55 foot-pounds.
pump and insert flow control valve spring and valve (20) Install pump assembly on engine and refill
(slotted end up). reservoir. Start engine and inspect for leaks.
(16) Replace “0”ring on pressure hose fitting and
lubricate with power steering fluid (Fig. 35).

STEERING COLUMN
INDEX
Page Page
Steering Column (Automatic Transmission) .. . .. 33 Steering Column (Manual Transmission) .. . . . . . . 37
GENERAL INFORMATION
The new 1967 steering column under head-on col- and lower sections connected by plastic friction col-
lision conditions is designed to telescope at a con- lars and shear pins.
trolled rate. The telescoping action reduces the likeli- 4. A mounting bracket connecting steering column
hood of the steering wheel being driven rearward to- to the instrument panel, which allows the column to
ward the driver. If the driver is thrown forward into slide forward but blocks its rearward movement to-
the wheel, the column can telescope further at the ward the driver.
same controlled rate, thereby, reducing force of the The center section of the column jacket has dia-
impact. mond-shaped perforations and is formed with accor-
The column assembly (Fig. 1) has four principal dion pleats. These pleats allow it to compress like a
components: bellows from impact forces.
1. A column jacket with a mesh section designed The gearshift tube is made up of three short sec-
to shorten in “accordion” fashion. tions, each designed to telescope into the adjoining
2. A three-piece telescoping transmission gearshift section. These sections are interconnected and held
tube interconnected by plastic inserts and shear pins. together by injections of plastic that form the inter-
3. A two-piece telescoping steering shaft with upper connecting inserts and shear pins. Under impact,
O CO LUM N-STE ER ING 19-33

UPPER STEERING SHAFT \ // I\’


(SOLID)
\

\TELESCOPING TRANSMISSION
GEARSHIFT TUBE

\
LOWER STEERING SHAFT
(HOLLOW) NP546

Fig. I-Steering Column-Sectional View


the pins shear first, followed by a gradual paring away small holes filled with plastic form the shear pins.
of the inserts by the knife-like edge in the adjoining Upon impact, the shear pins break off and the shaft
tube section. gradually telescopes against a resistance provided
The steering shaft is a two-piece assembly. The by the plastic collars in the annular grooves.
upper piece is solid and has a double-flatted lower The mounting bracket is designed to restrain the
section. The lower piece is hollow and formed to column from being shifted toward the driver during
fit over the double-flatted section of the upper piece. impact. It incorporates three “break-away capsules”
The purpose of the flatted section is to provide that allows the mounting bracket to slip off the at-
continued steering action even though completely taching points, permitting the steering column to
telescoped. Plastic is injected through two small compress or yield in a forward direction under a
holes in the hollow piece into a pair of annular severe impact from the driver side.
grooves on the solid portion of the shaft. The four
SERVICE PROCEDURES
When the column is installed in a car it is no more IMPORTANT Bumping, jolting and hammering on the
susceptible to damage through ordinary usage than steering shaft and gearshift tube must be avoided
previous columns; however, when it is removed, during all servicing operations. If the shear pins are
special care must be taken in handling this assembly. broken, the controlled rate of the impact-absorbing
When the column is removed from the car such features will be destroyed making these parts unfit
actions as a sharp blow on the end of the steering for further use. The Special Tools required and their
shaft or shift levers, leaning on the column assembly, usage are covered in the following service procedures.
or dropping of the assembly could shear or loosen
the plastic shear joints that maintain column STEER1NG COLUMN (Automatic Transmission)
rigidity. It is, therefore, suggested that the removal
and installation, and the disassembly and reassembly Removal
procedures be carefully followed when servicing (1) Disconnect negative (ground) cable from bat-
this assembly. tery.
19-34 STEER1N G-COLU MN
(2) Disconnect shift linkage rod from lever at
lower end of steering column. MP
(3) Remove steering shaft lower coupling to worm-
shaft roll pin.
(4) Disconnect wiring connectors at steering col-
umn jacket.
(5) Remove horn ring ornament assembly by turn-
ing counterclockwise.
(6) Disconnect wire at horn switch. Remove three
screws attaching horn ring and switch to steering
wheel, then remove horn ring and switch.
(7) Remove steering wheel retaining nut and wash-
er. Remove steering wheel with Tool C-3428A. Do not OPERATING LEVEI
bump or hammer on steering shaft to remove wheel.
Remove turn signal lever.
(8) Remove floor plate to floor pan attaching NP548
screws. Remove finish plate from under instrument Fig.3-Back-Up Lamp Switch and Operating Lever
panel to expose steering column bracket.
(9) Remove three bolts attaching steering column (5) Remove snap ring from upper end of steering
bracket to instrument panel support. Save shim pack shaft (Fig. 4). Remove turn signal switch and upper
from between bracket forward leg and support for bearing retainer screws. Remove retainer and lift
reuse during installation.
(10) Carefully pry lower coupling from steering
gear wormshaft, then remove column assembly out
through passenger compartment being careful not to
damage paint or trim.

Disassembly
(1) Remove four bolts attaching bracket assembly
to column jacket (Fig. 2). Set bracket aside to protect
breakaway capsules.
(2) Remove two screws and lift off wiring trough.
Attach Column Holding Fixture C-4048 to column
jacket and clamp the assembly in a vise.
(3) Remove back-up lamp switch (Fig. 3). Bend
operating lever right or left to remove from gearshift
tube. Lever cannot be reused.
(4) Drive out gearshift lever pivot pin, then remove Fig. 4 4 e m o v i n g or fnstalling Steering Shaft
lever from housing. Do not lose anti-rattle spring Snap Ring

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from lever.
CREWS (3)
WIRING CONNECTOR BRACKET

WIRING TROUGH
I \

\
\
BOLTS (4)

BREAKAWAYCAPSULES NP547 NP550

Fig. 2-Steering Column Bracket Assembly Fig. 5-Removing Steering Shaft from Upper Bearing
0 CO LUMN-STEER ING 19-35
BEA,RING HOUSING c A SHIFT LE\(fER
1
.
-

RETAINING
BOLTS

Fig. 6-Removing Wires from Connector


NP9
switch upward out of the way.
(6) Install steering shaft remover C-4044 (Fig. 5), Fig. 8-Shift Lever Gate fnsfalled
and press shaft out of upper bearing. Slide steering remove the two attaching screws and separate gate
shaft, collar, spring and lower bearing assembly out of from bearing housing.
column. Do not bump or hammer on steering shaft to (10) Remove lock screw from gearshift housing
remove. with an allen wrench (Fig. 9), then carefully lift
(7) While pulling slightly on wire (Fig. 6), insert housing and spring washer off gearshift tube. Do
a small screwdriver (with thin blade) above and below not bump or hammer on housing or gearshift tube to
terminal to release tangs, then pull wire from con- remove. ?

nector. Remove all wires in same manner. (11) Slide gearshift tube out of jacket and remove
(8) Loosen the two bearing housing retaining bolts floor plate assembly from the jacket.
five complete turns each (Fig. 7). Unsnap dial pointer
from lug on gearshift housing, if so equipped. Work inspection
bearing housing off end of jacket and carefully pull After cleaning, inspect all parts for wear or damage.
wiring through gearshift housing. Note condition of shift lever gate and inner end of
(9) If shift lever gate requires replacement (Fig. 8),

SHIFT LEVER
CROSSOVER
SPRING
AND SEAT
\

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH GEARSHIFT TUBE


ALLEN WRENCH
GEARSHIFT HOUSING

NP11
NP7
Fig. 9-Removing or Installing Gearshift Tube
Fig. 7-Removing or fnsfafling Bearing Housing Lock Screw
19-36 ST EER I NG-C 0 LU MN
shift lever. Inspect turn signal switch for distortion,
broken or damaged parts. Inspect wiring insulation
for worn or bare spots.
Inspect steering shaft bearing for smooth operation, VTOOL
and lubricate with Multi-Purpose Chassis Lubricant or
similar lubricant. If bearing has any signs of rough-
ness or wear, it should be replaced.

Assembly
Apply a thin coating of Multi-Purpose grease to all
friction surfaces.
(1) Coat spring washer with grease and install on
lower hub of gearshift housing. Support column
jacket upright with lower end resting on a wood block
and position gearshift housing on the jacket. Install
shift lever crossover spring and seat in gearshift
housing.
(2) With turn signal wiring threaded through bear- E J NP552
ing housing, install the assembly while guiding wiring
through gearshift housing. Position bearing housing Fig. 10-Pulling Shaft Through Bearing
on end of jacket engaging the bolt nuts in slots in STEERING SHAFT SUPPORT AND BEARING
jacket, then tighten the two retaining bolts securely
(Fig. 7).
(3)Install column holding fixture and clamp column
in a vise with both ends of column accessible.
(4) Lubricate floor plate O-ring with a soap solu-
tion or rubber lubricant and slide floor plate assembly
on steering column. The floor plate assembly must
be installed before installing shift tube and lever.
(5) With dust washer installed on gearshift tube,
slide the assembly into jacket. Guide upper end
of tube into gearshift housing and press it firmly GAUGE HOLE
into housing with hand pressure, install lock screw
(Fig. 9). I
COUPLING
SHIFT TUBE AND LEVER’
NP553
(6) Place insulator over column upper bearing and
install assembly into bearing housing bore (Fig. 7). Fig. 1 1 -Steering Column-lower End
Use a soap solution or rubber lubricant to ease in- on top of feeler gauge until inner end of lever slides
stallation. past the gate, then remove feeler gauge.
(7)Install snap ring in lower groove on upper end (12) Carefully work gearshift lever outward far
of steering shaft. Slide shaft assembly into column enough to install the anti-rattle spring (Fig. 13).
and through upper bearing by hand. Install Tool C- Compress spring and push lever inward to align
3879, washer and steering wheel nut (Fig. lo), pull pivot pin hole, then install the roll pin.
shaft through bearing, then install upper snap ring. (13) Place a new back-up lamp switch operating
(8)Position turn signal switch in bearing housing, lever (Fig. 3) in gearshift tube opening. Gently tap
install switch retainer plate (And dial lamp if so center pin of lever with a hammer to expand the
equipped) and secure with the three screws. “fingers” which hold lever in place. With gearshift
(9) Slide spring and collar up tight against the lever in NEUTRAL position, install and adjust switch
support bearing, then tighten the collar lock screw so actuator arm is snug against operating lever,
(Fig. 11). then tighten switch retaining screws.
(10) Guide gearshift pointer over dial, then snap (14) Bend turn signal wiring terminal tangs outward
base of pointer on lug provided on gearshift hous- slightly (Fig. 14). Then install wires in their proper
ing. location in the connector. Refer to “Wiring Diagrams”
(11) Insert a .030 inch feeler gauge into gearshift for color code and wiring locations. Install wiring
housing between shift lever gate and crossover spring trough and secure with the two screws.
seat (Fig. 12). Push gearshift lever into housing (15) Position bracket assembly on steering column
0 C 0LUMN-STE E R ING 19-37
lnstallation
(1) Insert column assembly through floor pan open-
ing, being careful not to damage paint or trim.
(2) With front wheels in straight ahead position
and master splines on wormshaft and coupling align-
ed, engage coupling with wormshaft and install the
roll pin.
(3) Hold column assembly with bracket against the
instrument panel support. Install but do not tighten
the two uppermost bracket bolts.
(4) Center steering shaft coupling at midpoint of
I its travel. This is accomplished by moving column
FEELER ‘GAUGE and bracket assembly fore and aft in the instrument
panel support so dimension between top of coupling
and center of gauge hole is 13/16 inch (Fig. 11).
Tighten the two uppermost bracket bolts to 95 inch-
NP12 pounds.
Fig. 12-Installing Gearshift Lever (5) Position floor plate over floor pan opening,
(Fig. 2), install and securely tighten the four short centering it around the column, then install and
retaining screws. tighten retaining bolts. Slide “0” ring down the
jacket and into recess in, floor plate, position re-
taining plate over “0”ring and secure with the two
bolts. Do not pry to align plates and attaching bolts
or column misalignment will occur.
(6) Place shim pack between column bracket for-
ward leg and instrument panel support. Maximum
Ff shim pack thickness error must not exceed .060 inch
G before tightening the bolt. Add shims, if necessary,
then tighten bolt to 95 inch-pounds.
(7)Attach finish plate to bottom of instrument
panel.
(8) Install turn signal lever.
(9) Place steering wheel on steering shaft with
master splines aligned. Install retaining nut and
washer, tighten nut to 24 foot-pounds. Do not drive
wheel on shaft, draw wheel down with retaining nut.
(10) Install horn switch parts previously removed
Fig. 13-Installing Gearshift Lever Anti-Rattle from steering wheel. Connect horn switch wire. In-
Spring
stall horn ring ornament and lock by turning clock-
wise.
(11) Connect wiring connectors at steering column
jacket. Connect battery ground cable, test operation
of lights and horns.
(12) Connect and adjust gearshift linkage, refer
to “Transmission Group”.

STEERING COLUMN (Manual Transmission)

Removal
(1) Disconnect negative (ground) cable from bat-
tery.
(2) Disconnect shift linkage rods from levers at
lower end of steering column.
NP554 (3) Remove steering shaft lower coupling to worm-
Fig. 14-Spreading Tang on Wire Terminal shaft roll pin.
19-38 STEER ING-CO LUMN 0

(4) Disconnect wiring connectors at steering col-


umn jacket.
(5) Remove horn ring ornament assembly by turn-
ing counterclockwise.
(6) Disconnect wire at horn switch. Remove three
screws attaching horn ring and switch to steering
wheel, then remove horn ring and switch.
(7) Remove steering wheel retaining nut and wash-
er. Remove steering wheel with Tool C-3428A. Do
not bump or hammer on steering shaft to remove
wheel. Remove turn signal lever.
(8) Remove floor plate to floor pan attaching
screws. Remove finish plate from under instrument
panel to expose steering column bracket.
(9) Remove three bolts attaching steering column
bracket to instrument panel support. Save shim pack
from between bracket forward leg and support for re- Fig. 2-Removing or Installing Stewing Shaft
use during installation. Snap Ring
(10) Carefully pry lower coupling from steering
gear wormshaft, then remove column assembly out
through passenger compartment being careful not
to damage paint or trim.

Disassembly
(1) Remove four bolts attaching bracket assembly
to column jacket (Fig. 1). Set bracket aside to pro-
tect breakaway capsules.
(2) Remove two screws and lift off wiring trough.
Attach Column Holding Fixture C-4048 to column
jacket and clamp the assembly in a vise.
(3) Drive out gearshift lever pivot pin, then
remove lever from housing.
(4) Remove snap ring from upper end of steering
shaft (Fig. 2). Remove turn signal switch and upper
bearing retainer screws. Remove retainer and lift Fig. 3-Removing Steering Shaft from Upper Bwrlng
switch upward out of the way.
(5) Install steering shaft remover C-4044 (Fig. 3),
and press shaft out of upper bearing. Slide steering (6) While pulling slightly on wire (Fig. 4), insert
shaft, collar and spring assembly out of column. Do a small screwdriver (with thin blade) above and be-
not bump or hammer on steering shaft to remove.
WIRING CONNECTOR BRACKET

\ , I... I-.%.- ---..e


Y

W ~ R INAL
M
F
BREAKAW~Y
CAPSULES NP547 I NP551
Fig. I-Steering Column Bracket Assembly Fig. 4-Removing Wires from Canner
0 COLUMN-STEER1 NG 19-39
FLOOR PLATE\I \ ;BUSH\ING SUPPORT AND BEARING
ASSEMBLY
I
SPRING WASHER

/
JACKET ASSEMBLY

ND 5 5 a

Fig. 7-Upper End of Colunm-Disassembled


SCREWS(2) \ 1
(31
Note condition of pins in two lower shift levers,
NP555 shift lever socket at top end of shift tube, and inner
Fig. 5-Shift Tube and Levers-Assembled end of shift lever.
Inspect steering shaft upper bearing for smooth
low terminal to release tangs, then pull wire from operation, and lubricate with Multi-Purpose Chassis
connector. Remove all wires in same manner. Lubricant or similar lubricant. If bearing has any
(7) Remove three screws securing lower support in signs of roughness or wear, it should be replaced.
the column jacket (Fig. 5), slide support and bearing Replacement bearings are pre-lubricated.
assembly out of jacket. Remove low-reverse lever
and spacer from shift tube. Assembly
(8) Remove two lower shift tube bushing retaining Apply a thin coating of Multi-Purpose grease to all
screws at slotted holes in jacket (Fig. 5). Slide shift friction surfaces.
tube with 2nd and direct lever, bushing, spring and (1) Coat spring washer with grease and install on
spring retainer out of jacket (Fig. 6). lower hub of gearshift housing. Support column jacket
(9) Remove nuts from the two bearing housing upright with lower end resting on a wood block and
retaining bolts (Fig. 7). Remove bearing housing and position gearshift housing on the jacket.
carefully pull' wiring through gearshift housing. Re- (2) Place two bearing housing retaining bolts in
move bearing and insulator from bearing housing. position in housing and just start retaining nuts (Fig.
(10) Remove gearshift housing and spring washer 7), then thread turn signal wiring through the housing.
from end of jacket. (3) Install bearing housing while guiding wiring
through gearshift housing. Position housing so bolt
inspection heads engage in slots in column jacket. Tighten bolt
After cleaning, inspect all parts for wear or damage. nuts alternately and evenly in steps to prevent un-
seating bolt heads from the slots.
SELECTOR SPRING SHIFT TUBE AND
(4) Install column holding fixture and clamp col-
- 7
LEVER ASSEMBLY
\ umn in a vise with both ends of column accessible.
(5) Lubricate floor plate O-ring with a soap solu-
tion or rubber lubricant and slide floor plate assembly
on steering column. The floor plate assembly must be
installed before installing shift tube and lever.
(6) Turn bushing on shift tube (Fig. 6) so the two
holes in bushing are aligned with centerline of 2nd
and direct shift lever. Slide shift tube and lever as-
COLUMN JACKET sembly through jacket and into gearshift housing,
start the two bushing retaining screws through slots
in jacket but do not tighten.
(7) Install spacer (Fig. 5) around selector lever so
' ND530B it rests against 2nd and direct shift lever. Install
low and reverse lever. Then install support and bear-
Fig. &Removing Shitt Tube Assembly ing assembly, install and tighten the three retaining
19-40 STE ER IN G-CO LUMN
screws to 30 inch-pounds.
(8)Rotate bushing (Fig. 5) to where all play at
shift levers and spacers is eliminated, but no binding
occurs. With bushing in this position, tighten the two /TOOL
bushing to jacket screws to 30 inch-pounds.
(9)Place a screw driver blade between 2nd and
direct shift lever and selector lever, so it will hold
selector lever at neutral position half way between
the two shift levers (Fig. 8).
(10) Position gearshift lever in housing so it en-
gages hole in shift tube plate, align and install re-
taining roll pin.
(11) Place insulator over column upper bearing
and install assembly into bearing housing bore (Fig.
7). Use a soap solution or rubber lubricant to ease
installation.
(12) Install snap ring in lower groove on upper end
of steering shaft. Slide shaft into column and through
upper bearing by hand. Install Tool C-3879,washer I 1 NP552
and steering wheel nut (Fig. 9), pull shaft through Fig. 9 4 u l l i n g Shaft Through h a r i n g
bearing, then install upper snap ring.
(13) Position turn signal switch in bearing housing,
install switch retainer plate and secure with the three
screws.
(14) Bend turn signal wiring terminal tangs outward
slightly (Fig. 10). Then install wires in their proper
location in the connector. Refer to “Wiring Dia-
grams” for color code and wiring locations. Install
wiring trough and secure with the two screws.
(15) Slide spring and collar up tight against
the support bearing, then tighten the collar lock
screw (Fig. 11).
(16) Position bracket assembly on steering col-
umn (Fig. l), install and securely tighten the four
short retaining screws.
NP554
lnstallation
(1) Insert column assembly through floor pan open- Fig. 10-Sprecrding Tang on Wire Terminal
SELECTOR LEVER I N NEUTRAL
FLOOR PLATE ASSEMBLY

SUPPORT AND BEARING

GAUGE HOLE SHIFT TUBE AND LEVERS


-SCREW DRIVER-\ N P556
\COUPLING NP557
Fig. 8 4 o l d i n g Selector lever in Neutral
Position Fig. I I-Steering Column-lower End
0 SPECIFICATIONS 19-41
ing, being careful not to damage paint or trim. (6) Place shim pack between column bracket for-
(2) With front wheels in straight ahead position ward leg and instrument panel support. Maximum
and master splines on wormshaft and coupling shim pack thickness error must not exceed .060 inch
aligned, engage coupling with wormshaft and install before tightening the bolt. Add shims, if necessary,
the roll pin. then tighten bolt to 95 inch-pounds.
(3) Hold column assembly with bracket against the (7)Attach finish plate to bottom of instrument
instrument panel support. Install but do not tighten panel.
the two uppermost bracket bolts. (8) Install turn signal lever.
(4) Center steering shaft coupling at midpoint (9) Place steering wheel on steering shaft with
of its travel. This is accomplished by moving column master splines aligned. Install retaining nut and wash-
and bracket assembly fore and aft in the instrument er, tighten nut to 24 foot-pounds. Do not drive wheel
panel support so dimension between top of coupling on shaft, draw wheel down with retaining nut.
and center of gauge hole is 13/16 inch (Fig. 11). (10) Install horn switch parts previously removed
Tighten the two uppermost bracket bolts to 95 inch- from steering wheel. Connect horn switch wire. In-
pounds. stall horn ring ornament and lock by turning clock-
(5) Position floor plate over floor pan opening, wise.
centering it around the column, then install and (11) Connect wiring connectors at steering column
tighten retaining bolts. Slide “0” ring down the jacket. Connect battery ground cable, test operation
jacket and into recess in floor plate, position retain- of lights and horns.
ing plate over “0” ring and secure with the two (12) Connect and adjust gearshift linkage, refer
bolts. Do not pry to align plates and attaching bolts to “Transmission Group”.
or column misalignment will occur.

SPECIFICATIONS
MANUAL STEERING
Type .................................................................. Recirculating Ball Nut
Ratio ................................................................. .24 to 1
Cross Shaft Bearings ................................................... .3-Needle Bearings
Dart 6 cyl. .............................................................. Bronze Bushings
Worm Shaft Bearings ................................................... .2-Caged Ball Bearings
Cross Shaft Adjusting Screw End Play .................................... .ooO-.OO4 Inch
Worm Bearing Pre-Load ................................................ 1to 4 in. Ibs. to Keep Wheel
Moving
Sector Mesh Adjustment Pre-Load Torque-
Includes worm bearing Pre-Load .................................... . 8 to 11in. Ibs. Pull through high
spot
POWER STEERING GEAR
Type ................................................................... Constant Control Full Time Power
Ratio ................................................................. .15.7 to 1
Wheel Turns-Stop to Stop ............................................. .3-1/2
Cross Shaft Bearings ................................................... .2 Needle Bearings and 1 Direct
Bearing on Gray Iron Cover
Worm Shaft Thrust Bearing Pre-Load .................................... .16-24 02s.
Cross Shaft Adjustment ................................................ .Tighten Adjusting Screw 3/8 to 1/2
turn past Zero Back Lash (Center
of High Spot)
Fluid Capacity of Hydraulic System ..................................... .4 Pts. (3-3/4 Imperial Pts.)
Type of Fluid ........................................................... Power Steering Fluid Part
No. 2084329 or equivalent

Type ................................................................... Constant Displacement-.W


Cu. In. per revolution
Constant Displacement-.%
Cu. In. per revolution
19-42 TIGHTENING REFERENCE 0

Constant Displacement-1.2
Cu. In. per revolution
Maximum Pressure
.94 pump ............................................................ .!NO to lo00 PSI
.% pump Valiant-Barracuda ........................................... .800to 850 PSI
.96 pump Belvedere-Satellite-Fury I and II ........................... .950to lo00 PSI
1.2 pump Fury 11-111-318 Cu. In. Engine ................................ .900 to lo00 PSI
1.2 pump Fury Il-III-All except 318 Cu. In. Engine ....................... lo00 to 1100 PSI
Pump Output
.94 Minimum (against 750 PSI) ....................................... .1.4gpm @? 500 RPM
Maximum (against 50 PSI) ....................................... .2.1to 2.6 gpm @ 1500 RPM
.96pump
High Level ........................................................ .2.5to 3.0gpm
Low Level ......................................................... .1.2to 1.8gpm
1.2 pump ............................................................ .1.75to 2.25gpm
Type of Fluid ........................................................... Power Steering Fluid-Part No.
2084329 or equivalent-Do Not use
Type “A” Transmission Fluid

TIGHTENING REFERENCE
MANUAL STEERING
Foot Foot
Pounds Pounds
Cross Shaft Adjusting Screw Lock Nut ....... 35 Steering Arm Nut .......................... 120
Cross Shaft Cover Bolt ..................... 25 Steering Wheel Nut ........................ 24
Gear Assembly to Frame Bolt ............... 55

POWER STEERING GEAR


Foot Inch Foot Inch
Pounds Pounds
Gear Housing to Frame Bolt Steering Arm Nut .................. 120
Dart, Coronet and Charger ........ 55 Steering Column Support Nut ....... 12
Polara and Monaco ............... 80 Steering Shaft Coupling Bolts ........ 200
Gear Shaft Adjusting Screw Lock Nut. Valve Body Attaching Bolts ........... 200
................
50
Gear Shaft Cover Nut .............. 20 Valve Body End Plug 25
Pump Inlet Fitting .................. 30 Steering Wheel Nut ................ 24

Location Foot-Pounds
High Pressure Fitting
.94 pump ............................................................. 20
.96pump and 1.2 pump ................................................ 24
Bracket Bolts
.94 pump ............................................................. 30-40
.96pump and 1.2 pump ................................................ 18
Flow Control Valve Plug (34pump) ....................................... 4
Pulley Retaining Nut (.Wpump) ......................................... 4555
Rear Bracket Mounting Studs ............................................ 25-35
Reservoir to Pump Body Bolts (96and 1.2 pumps) ......................... 10-15
0 GROUP 21

TRANSMISSIONS
CONTENTS
Page Page
MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS4 SPEED . . . 1 SPECIFICATIONS ...................... 93
MANUAL TRANSMISSION4 SPEED . . . . 13 TORQUEFLITE TRANSMISSIONS . . . . . . . . 26

M A N U A L T R A N S M I S S I O N S 4 SPEED (A-903 and A-745)


INDEX
Page Page
.‘.
Cleaning and Inspection ................. ... 9 Service Out of Vehicle ........................ 5
General Information ........................... 1 Assembling Transmission .................... 10
Service Diagnosis ............................. 1 Disassembling Transmission ................. 5
Service In Vehicle ............................ 2 Transmission Installation .................... 12
Extension Housing and Bushing .............. 4 Transmission Removal ...................... 5
Extension Housing Yoke Seal ................ 5 Specifications ................................. 93
Gearshift Linkage Adjustment ................ 2 Tightening Reference .......................... 95
Speedometer Pinion ......................... 4

GENERAL INFORMATION
The three speed manual transmission used on 6- make sure the correct part is being installed.
cylinder vehicles is referred to as Model A-903 (Fig. The three speed manual transmissions are of the
l),and the three speed heavy duty manual transmis- synchromesh type with helical cut gears to provide
sion used on 8-cylinder vehicles is referred to as silent operation. The countershaft gear is in constant
Model A-745(Fig. 2).The Model A-745i s also used on mesh and is supported by roller bearings at each end.
6-cylinder Models for Taxi and Police car operations. The mainshaft front end is piloted in roller bear-
The service procedures and illustrations for the two ings in the end of the main drive pinion, and is s u p
transmissions are combined in this manual. Where ported by a ball bearing in the rear of the case. The
variations in procedures occur, the differences will be rear end of the mainshaft is supported by the sliding
identified as A-903 or A-745.When replacement of yoke and bushing in the extension housing. The
parts is required, always refer to the Parts Catalog to speedometer drive gear is integral with the mainshaft.

SERVlCE DIAGNOS1S
Condition Possible Cause Correction
HARD SHIFTING (a 1 Incorrect clutch adjustment. (a) Refer to Clutch Group for corrections.
(b) Improper cross-over adjustment. (b) Perform cross-over adjustment as
outlined in “Gearshift Linkage Adjust-
ments.”

I
Synchronizer clutch sleeve damaged. (c-d-e) Causes noted can only be correct-
Synchronizer spring improperly in- ed by disassembling transmission and
stalled. replacing damaged or worn parts.
Broken or worn synchronizer stop
rings.
TRANSMISSION SLIPS (a) Linkage interference. (a) Inspect and remove all linkage inter-
OUT OF GEAR ferences.
(b) Gearshift rods out of adjustment. (b) Adjust gearshift rods as outlined in
“Gearshift Linkage Adjustments.”
Second or direct speed gear synchro- (c) Disassemble transmission and re-
nizer clutch teeth worn. place parts as necessary.
Clutch housing bore or face out of (d) Refer to Clutch Group for correction
alignment. procedures.
TRANSMISSION NOISES (a) Excessive end play in countershaft (a) Replace thrust washers.
gear.
21-2 TRA NS MI SS I 0 NS a S PEED 0

Fig. I-A-903 Three Speed Transmission

Condition Possible Cause Correction


Loose synchronizer hub spline fit on (b) Inspect mainshaft and synchronizer
mainshaft. hub and replace parts as necessary.
Loose spline fit on low speed sliding (c) Inspect low speed sliding gear and
gear to mainshaft spline. mainshaft. Replace parts as neces-
sary.
Damaged, broken or excessively worn (d) Replace worn gears.
gear teeth.
Drive pinion bearing worn. (e) Replace worn bearing.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
SERVICE IN VEHICLE levers exceeds 1/16 inch, loosen the two upper bush-
ing screws (Fig. 3) and rotate bushing (downward)
GEARSHIFT LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT until all free play of levers has been removed. Re-
(1) With 2nd and 3rd control rod disconnected tighten bushing screws securely.
from lever on column and 1st and reverse control (3) Install a wedge or suitable tool between cross-
rod disconnected from transmission lever, position over blade and 2nd and 3rd lever, so that cross-over
both transmission levers in neutral. (The neutral de- blade is engaged with both lever cross-over pins.
tent balls must be engaged to make this adjustment (4) Adjust length of 2nd and 3rd control rod until
correctly.) To check this, start engine (with clutch stub shaft of control rod or swivel enters hole in the
disengaged) then release clutch slowly. column lever (Fig. 4 or 5). Install washer and clip to
(2) Inspect fore and aft movement of shift levers in secure and tighten swivel lock nut to 70 inch-pounds.
the steering column. If movement at outer end of During above setting, the 2nd and 3rd control rod

U NB160C
Fig. 2-A-745 Three Speed Transmission
0 3 S PE ED-TR A NS MI SS IO NS 2 1-3

i, \ k ir l S T AND REVERSE LEVER

2ND AND 3RD

2ND AND 3RD

CROSSOVER BL4D

Fig. 5-A-903, A-745 Gearshift Controls


(Coronet Models)
WEDGE OR T
(8) Loosen clutch interlock rod swivel clamp bolt;
Fig. 3-Gearshift Lever Adjustment hold clutch pedal to its fully returned position. Slide
should be adjusted to also position selector lever (on swivel along interlock rod to fully engage pawl with
column) 5 degrees above horizontal level on Coronet lever, then tighten swivel clamp bolt.
Models, and 10 degrees on Dart Models (transmis- CAUTION: Do not pull interlock rod rearward to en-
sion in neutral). gage swivel in the pawl.
(5) Slide clamp and swivel (on end of 1st and re- (9) Shift transmission in normal manner from neu-
verse control rod) until swivel stub shaft enters hole tral to first, and from neutral to reverse (disengage
in the transmission lever (Fig. 4 or 5). Install washers clutch while shifting and engage clutch when in gear).
and clip to secure. Determine mid back-lash position If operation is not normal; perform the following
in linkage, then tighten swivel clamp bolt. steps:
(6) Remove positioning wedge or tool from cross- (a) Disconnect interlock rod from pawl and check
over blade and lever, then move selector lever clutch pedal free play.
through all positions to check adjustments and to in- (b) Connect interlock rod and re-adjust as in step
sure cross-over smoothness. (8).
(10) Disengage clutch. Shift transmission halfway
Gearshift /nterlock--(A-745 Transmission) between neutral and first. Let out clutch pedal. The
(7) Shift transmission into neutral (Fig. 6). Make interlock when properly adjusted should allow pedal
sure clutch pedal free play is adjusted to specifica-
tions.

,2ND. AND 3RD. CONTROL ROD

LOW-REVERSE LEVER
'w-

SCREW NN107
Fig. 4-A-903, A-745bearshift Controls
(Dart Models) Fig. 6-Gearshift Interlock
21-4 TRANSMISSIONS4 SPEED 0

# ADAPTER

BOLT AND
WASHER

RING
NN362

ADAPTER
Fig. 8-Speedometer Drive
O’CLOCK POSITION will cause mis-alignment resulting in speedometer
pinion gear noise.
Fig. 7-Speedometer Phion and Adapter-Installed
( 5 ) Install adapter in pinion housing with pinion
to return to about one inch from the floor. range numbers aligned with 6 o’clock position (Fig. 7).
(6) Install retainer and bolt, with retainer tangs
SPEEDOMETER PINION in adapter positioning slots. Tap adapter firmly into
extension housing and tighten retainer bolt to 100
Removal and lnstallation inch-pounds.
Rear axle gear ratio and tire size determines pinion
gear size requirements. Refer to “Speedometer Pinion EXTENSION HOUSING AND BUSHING
Chart” for pinion usage.
(1) Remove bolt and retainer securing speedometer Removal
pinion adapter in extension housing (Fig. 7). (1) Disconnect propeller shaft at rear universal
(2) With cable housing connected, carefully work joint. Carefully pull shaft yoke out of transmission
adapter and pinion out of extension housing. extension housing.
(3) If transmission fluid is found in cable housing, CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch or nick ground
replace seal in the adapter (Fig. 8). Start seal and surface on sliding spline yoke during removal and
retainer ring in adapter, then push them into adapter installation of the shaft assembly.
with Tool C-4004 until tool bottoms (Fig. 9). (2) Remove the speedometer pinion and adapter.
(4) Select pinion range numbers on outside of (3) Remove bolts securing extension housing to
adapter to correspond with number of pinion teeth. crossmember. Raise transmission slightly with service
CAUTION: Before installing pinion and adapter as- jack and remove center crossmember.
sembly, make sure adapter flange and its mating area (4) Remove extension housing to transmission bolts
on extension housing are perfectly clean. Dirt or sand and slide extension housing off the mainshaft. To re=

SPEEDOMETER P I N I O N CHART
A-903 A N D A - 7 4 5 - 3 SPEED
OUTPUT SHAFT DRIVE GEAR-13 TEETH
~~

Tire Axle Ratios


Size Number of Pinion Gear Teeth and Color
2.93:l-2.94:l 3.23:l 3.55:l 3.91:l
6.50-13 32-Black 3SOrange -Blue 42-White
7.00-13 31-G reen %Green 38-Blue 41-Red
6.95-14 31-Green 34-G ree n 37-White
7.35-14 30-Y e I low 33-Y e I Iow 3LRed 4 b O r a nge
7.75-14 29-Black 32-B I a c k 35-Orange 39-Green
8.25-14 29-B lack 32-Black 35-Ora nge 38-Blue
8.55-14 28-Blue 31-Gree n 34-Green 37-White
7.75-15 29-Black 32-Black 35-0 ra n ge 39-Green
8.15-15 29-Black 32-Black 35-Orange 38-Blue
8.45-15 28-Blue 31-Green 34-G ree n 37-Whi te
0
3 S PEED-TRAN S MI SSIO NS 21-5
A D A L LOC7 RING
/TOOL

I
q \ SEAL TOOL -_
NN125
NP2 Fig. I I-Installing Extension Housing Yoke Seal
Fig. 9-Installing Speedometer Pinion Seal nect propeller shaft to rear axle pinion shaft yoke.
place the extension housing bushing, refer to Page
12. SERVICE OUT OF VEHICLE
lnstallation TRANSMISSION REMOVAL
(1) Using a new gasket, slide extension housing
over mainshaft and down against the case. Install and Removal
tighten attaching bolts to 50 foot-pounds. (1) Drain lubricant from the transmission.
(2) Install center crossmember and tighten retain- (2) Disconnect propeller shaft at rear universal
ing bolts securely. Lower transmission, install exten- joint. Carefully pull shaft yoke out of transmission
sion housing to crossmember bolts and tighten to 50 extension housing.
foot-pounds. CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch or nick ground
(3) Install the speedometer pinion and adapter. surface on sliding spline yoke during removal and
(4) Carefully guide front universal joint yoke into installation of the shaft assembly.
extension housing and onto mainshaft splines. Con- (3) Disconnect speedometer cable and back-up light
nect propeller shaft to rear axle pinion yoke. switch leads.
(4) Install engine support fixture C-3487, mount-
EXTENSION HOUSING YOKE SEAL ing hooks firmly into holes in side frame members
with support ends up against underside of oil pan
Replacement flange. Use Adapter Leg C-3806 on 6-cyl. engines.
(1) Disconnect propeller shaft at rear universal
joint. Carefully pull shaft yoke out of transmission (5) Adjust fixture to support weight of engine,
then raise engine slightly and remove rear support
extension housing.
CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch or nick ground
crossmember attaching bolts.
surface on sliding spline yoke during removal and
(6) Support transmission, using a suitable jack and
installation of the shaft assembly.
then remove bolts that attach transmission to the
(2) Remove extension housing yoke seal (Fig. 10)
clutch housing.
with Tool C-3994 or C-3985. (7) Slide transmission rearward .until pinion shaft
clears clutch disc before lowering transmission. (This
(3) To install a new seal, position seal in opening of
extension housing and drive it into housing with Tool precaution will avoid damaging the clutch disc.)
(8) Lower transmission and remove from under ve-
C-3995 or C-3972 (Fig. 11).
(4) Carefully guide front universal joint yoke into hicle.
extension housing and on the mainshaft splines. Con- (9) Remove rear motor support and crossmember,
then mount transmission in repair stand DD-1014.

DISASSEMB LI NG TRANSMISSI 0 N
To disassemble transmission for cleaning and over-
haul, refer to (Fig. 12 or 13), then proceed as follows:
(1) Remove bolts that attach cover to the case. Re-
move cover and gasket.
(2) Using a pair of feeler gauges, measure syn-
chronizer float. The measurement of the “float”
should be taken before any further disassembly of
transmission is attempted.
Fig. IO-Removing Extension Housing Yoke Seal (3) The synchronizer “float” should be between
2 1-6 TRANSM ISS IO N S-3 S PEED 0

RETAINER NK260B
Fig. 12-A-903 Transmission
.050 and .090 inch, when measured between synchro- ing on pinion shaft. Remove pinion bearing washer,
nizer outer ring pin and opposite synchronizer outer then carefully press pinion shaft out of bearing,
ring (Fig. 14). This measurement must be made on using an arbor press. Remove oil slinger.
two pins, 180 degrees apart with equal gap on both (4) Remove snap ring and bearing rollers from cav-
ends for “float” determination. ity in end of drive pinion.
(4) There should be a snug fit between pins and
outer rings, similar to that obtained when measuring Mainshah
with a micrometer. (1) With transmission in reverse, remove mainshaft
rear bearing outer selective snap ring, then partially
Extension Housing remove mainshaft.
(1) Remove bolt and retainer securing speedometer (2) Cock mainshaft, then remove clutch sleeve,
pinion adapter in extension housing (Fig. 7). Carefully outer synchronizer rings, front inner ring and 2-3
work adapter and pinion out of extension housing. shift fork (Fig. 17 or 18).
(2) Remove bolts and one nut that attaches exten- (3) Remove clutch gear retaining snap ring (Fig.
sion housing to transmission case. Slide extension 19).Slide clutch gear off end of mainshaft.
housing off mainshaft. (4) Slide second speed gear, stop ring and synchro-
nizer spring off mainshaft (Fig. 20).
Drive Pinion ( 5 ) Remove low and reverse sliding gear and shift
(1) Remove bolts that attach drive pinion bearing fork (Fig. 21), as mainshaft is completely withdrawn
retainer, then slide retainer off the pinion. Drive seal from the case.
out of retainer, using a suitable drift. (6) Remove selective snap ring and rear bearing
(2) Grasp pinion shaft and pull assembly out of from the mainshaft.
case slightly, then slide synchronizer front inner stop
ring from the short splines on pinion as assembly is Countershaft Gear
being removed from the case (Fig. 15). (1) Using a feeler gauge, measure end play of coun-
(3) Remove snap ring (Fig. 16), which locks bear- tershaft gear (Fig. 22). The end play should be from
0 3 S PEED-TR A NS MI SS IO NS 2 1-7
RING COVER BOLT
STOP RING?,
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GEAR SECOND i /'OVER

ORK ROLLER BEARINGS


STOP RING

FORK

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WASHER_@%,,
THRC-

ROLLER BEARINGS
DETENT BALL
GASKET
7 /
BUSHING 1
/
/ROLLER BEA . -
BOLT AND WASHER
WASHER
RETAINER
1 SEAL
COUNTERSHAFT

GASKET \
SNAP RING
ROLLER BEARINGS
/
// i
WASHER
\ '
-h--
i
\
NUT
LOCKWASHER
TAPERED PIN
\
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SOIT AND WASHER

LOCKWASHER
\ PAWL
WASHER
NB325F

Fig. 13-A-745 Transmission


.0045to .028inch. (This measurement will determine prevent loss of bearing rollers.
if new thrust washers are to be installed at reassem- (4)Remove countershaft gear, thrust washers and
bly). thrust plate from the case.
(2)Using countershaft bearing arbor, Tool C-578 (5)Remove bearing rollers, washers and center
for A-903 transmission or (2-3834for A-745 transmis- spacer from countershaft gear.
sion, drive countershaft toward rear of case until
small key can be removed from countershaft. Reverse ldler G e a r
(3)Drive countershaft remaining way out of case, (1) Using a suitable drift, drive reverse idler gear
keeping arbor tight against end of countershaft to shaft towards rear and out of the case. Remove wood-

c DIN &

Fig. I4-Measuring Synchronizer "Float" Fig. 15-Removing Drive Pinion Assembly


21-8 TRANSMISSIONS4

BEARING
VK SLlMGER
\ A CLUTCH GEAR

SNAP RING

SPE NY854B

KP1726 Fig. 19-Removing or Installing Snap Ring

Fig. 16-Drive Pinion Assembly

SECOND SPEED GEAR SPREADER SPRING


INNER STOP RING (BRONZE) \
CLUTCH GEAR SLEEVE SYNCHRONIZER
SPREADER SPRING
THIRD SPEED GEAR
OUTER STOP RING

D SPEED GEAR
\-I

SECOND
NY855C SPEED GEAR
IRD SPEED GEAR
NER STOP RING (ALUMINUM) KU443D
Fig. 20-Removing or Installing 2nd Speed Gear

Fig. 17-A-903 Synchronizer Unit


Gearshift Mechanism
(This operation need only be done if the seals are
leaking.)
rufE key from end of shaft. (1) Remove operating levers from their respective
(2) Lift reverse idler gear and thrust washers
out of the case. Remove bearing rollers from gear. LOW AND REVERSE
SHIFT FORK
n n
CLUTCH GEAR SYNCHRONIZER
SLEEVE STOP INNER RING

/
OUTER RING ASSY'S. NB120A
LOW AND REVERSE
SLIDING GEAR
WINSHAFT NY856C
r; .SI

Fig. 18-A-745 Synchronizer Unit Fig. 2 1-Removing or Installing Mainshoft


0 3 S PEED-TR A NS MI SS IO NS 2 1-9

LOW AND REVERSE CAM

2ND AND DIRECT CAM

REVERSE
iR

SLEEVESPR;NG -
NY857A AT THRUST WASHERS GEAR NY858A

Fig. 22-Countershaft and Reverse Idler Gears Fig. 23-A-903 Shift Forks and Levers

shafts. on their respective shafts.


(2) Drive out tapered retaining pin from either of
the two lever shafts, then withdraw levershaft from Needle Type Bearing Rollers and Spacers
inside transmission. (The detent balls are spring Inspect all bearing rollers for flat spots or brinnel-
loaded; as shaft is being withdrawn, the ball will drop ling. Inspect all bearing roller spacers for signs of
to bottom of the case.) wear or galling. Install new parts as required.
(3) Remove interlock sleeve, spring, pin and both
balls from the case (Fig. 23 or 24). Drive out remain- Gears
ing tapered pin, then slide lever shaft out of trans- Inspect gear teeth on synchronizer clutch gears and
mission. stop rings. If there is evidence of chipping or exces-
(4) Using a suitable drift, drive out lever shaft oil sively worn teeth, install new parts at reassembly. Be
seals. sure clutch sleeve slides easily on the clutch gear.

CLEANING AND INSPECTION


SECOND AND DIRECT
Clean transmission case thoroughly, using a suit-
able solvent, dry with compressed air. Inspect case for
cracks, stripped threads in various bolt holes and ma-
chined mating surfaces for burrs, nicks or any condi-
tion that would render case unfit for further service.
The front mating surface should be smooth; if any
b q r s are present, dress them off with a fine mill file.
If threads are stripped, install Helicoil inserts.

Ball Bearings
Wash ball bearings, using a clean solvent and blow
dry with compressed air.
CAUTION: Do not spin bearings with air pressure;
turn slowly by hand. Spinning unlubricated bearings
may cause damage to races and balls.
Be sure ball bearings are clean, then lubricate
them with light grade engine oil. Inspect bearings for NB3
roughness. This can best be determined by slowly
turning outer race by hand. Measure fit of bearings Fig. 24-A-745 Shift Forks and Levers
21-10 TRANSMISSIONS-3 SPEED 0

Inspect countershaft gear and all sliding gear teeth tabs on thrust washers slide into grooves in the case.
for chipped or broken teeth, or showing signs of ex- A-745: Coat with heavy grease and install front
cessive wear. Small nicks or burrs must be stoned off. thrust washer over arbor at front of countershaft
Inspect teeth on main drive pinion. If excessively gear, with tabs outward. Install tabbed rear thrust
worn, broken or chipped, a new pinion should be in- washer over arbor with tabs positioned in grooves in
stalled. the gear.
Test interlock sleeve and pin for free movement in Install remaining rear thrust washer plate over ar-
bore of shift housing. Examine detent balls for signs bor at rear of gear. The washer plate must be in-
of brinelling. If lever detents show signs of exces- stalled so step on plate will engage on ledge inside
sive wear to extent of not locking in gear, install a new rear of the case, thus preventing plate rotation. Install
part. Inspect shift forks for wear on the shanks and gear and arbor in the case making sure front thrust
pads. washer tabs slide into grooves in the case, and rear
thrust washer step engages on the ledge.
Synchronizer Stop Rings (4) Using countershaft and a soft hammer, drive
Inspect gear teeth and threads on synchronizer in- arbor forward out of countershaft gear and through
ner stop rings for broken teeth or worn threads. In- bore in front of the case. Before driving countershaft
spect pins on synchronizer outer stop ring assembly 911 .intn n Q c n hn c i i r e Irnvuiav i a nnsitioned
1x7917
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J I&lr" LUYb, U" y"8 in line
for being straight and attached Rep1ace
U I A Y U I I 'L'J ..UJ I"

with key recess in rear of case. Insert shaft key and


parts as required. continue to drive countershaft forwarcd in case until
key is bottomed in recess.
Mainshaft
.& ____
Inspect mainshaiEt gear and bearing mating sur-
faces. If gear contacL S U I I----
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S L ~ I I SUL g ~ 1 1 1UL -.--
R e v e r c e Idler t h n r
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are excessively worn, a new mainshaft should be in- (1) Position arbor Tool C-464 in reverse idler gear
stalled. and using heavy grease, install 22 roller bearings in
Inspect snap ring grooves for burred edges. If gear.
rough or burred, remove condition using a fine file or (2) Place front and rear thrust washers at each end
crocus cloth. Inspect synchronizer clutch gear teeth of reverse idler gear, and position assembly in trans-
on shaft for burrs. mission case with chamfered end of gear teeth toward
front (Fig. 22).
(3) Insert reverse idler shaft into bore at rear of
ASSEMBLING TRANSMISSION
case with keyway to rear, pushing arbor toward front
Countershaft Gear of transmission.
To reassemble transmission, refer to (Fig. 12 or 13), (4) With keyway aligned with recess in case, drive
then proceed as follows: shaft forward, inserting key before keyway is ob-
(1) Slide countershaft gear bearing roller spacer scured. Continue driving shaft forward until key seats
over arbor Tool C-578 for A-903 transmission or in recess.
C-3834 for A-745 transmission. Coat bore of gear
with lubricant and slide tool and spacer in gear bore. Gearshift Mechanism
(2) A-903: Lubricate bearing rollers with heavy To install gearshift mechanism, refer to (Fig. 23 or
grease and install 22 rollers in each end of gear in 24), then proceed as follows:
area around arbor. Coat with heavy grease and (1) Place new shift lever shaft seals in their bores
install bearing spacer rings in each end of gear. in the case. Using Tool C-3766, drive seals into case,
A-745: Lubricate bearing rollers with heavy grease until tool bottoms.
and install 22 rollers next to spacer in each end of (2) Install seal protector, Tool (2-3767 on end of low
gear in area around arbor. Place a bearing spacer and reverse lever shaft, then slide shaft into rear boss
ring in each end of gear next to bearing rollers and of case and through the seal. Lock in position with
install another row of 22 rollers in each end. Coat tapered pin. Turn lever until center detent is in line
with heavy grease and install bearing spacer in each with interlock bore.
end of gear. (3) Slide interlock sleeve in its bore in case fol-
(3) If countershaft gear end play was found to ex- lowed by one of the interlock balls. Install interlock
ceed .028 inch during disassembly, install new thrust spring and pin.
washers. (4) Place remaining interlock ball on top of inter-
A-903: Coat with heavy grease and install thrust lock spring, using Tool C-3765 (Fig. 25). (A good
washer at each end of countershaft gear and over method of installing second ball is to stick ball in the
arbor. Install gear and arbor in the case making sure tool recess by means of lubricant, then use tool to
0 3 SPEED-TRANSMISSIONS 21-1 1

position ball on the detent spring.)


2ND SPEED
(5) Install seal protector Tool (2-3767, on second SPREADER
GEAR
and high lever shaft. Depress interlock ball, using
Tool C-3765 and at same time install second and
high lever shaft, with center detent aligned with
detent ball. Remove the tool. Secure lever shaft with
remaining tapered pin.
(6) Install operating levers, install and tighten re-
taining nuts securely.
(7) Place low and reverse fork in lever shaft, with
offset toward rear of transmission.

Mainshaft
(1) Install rear bearing on mainshaft and install INSERT SHIM
snap ring. This snap ring is a select fit. AGAINST THIS FACE 64x498
(2) While holding low and reverse sliding gear in
position in fork (Fig. 21), insert mainshaft with rear Fig. 26-Synchronizer “Float” Shim location
bearing through rear of case and into sliding gear. (5) A-903: Install 2nd and direct fork in lever shaft
A-745: Position low-reverse sliding gear with hub with offset toward rear of transmission (Fig. 23).
extension toward rear to prevent interference in A-745: Install 2nd and direct fork in the lever shaft
straddle type shift fork. (Fig. 24).
(3) Place synchronizer spreader spring, and then Hold synchronizer clutch gear sleeve and two outer
rear stop ring on synchronizer splines of 2nd speed rings together, with pins properly entered in holes in
gear. Install 2nd speed gear on mainshaft, (and/or clutch gear sleeve. Engage 2nd and direct fork with
shims if required). clutch gear sleeve.
In cases where synchronizer “float” measurement (6) While holding synchronizer parts and fork in
was above .090 inch, synchronizer shims should be position, slide mainshaft forward, entering synchro-
installed to reduce “float” to .090 inch or less. Install nizer clutch gear into clutch gear sleeve and at same
shim on shoulder of second speed gear, before time entering mainshaft rear bearing in the case
spreader spring is installed (Fig. 26). bore. If synchronizer parts are not positioned as de-
If synchronizer “float” is below .050 inch, an equal scribed in steps 5 and 6, it will not be possible to place
amount of material should be removed from ends of them in position after mainshaft i s fully in position,
all six synchronizer pins until synchronizer “float” due to interference with countershaft gear.
is above .050 inch. (7) While continuing to hold synchronizer parts in
(4) Install synchronizer clutch gear on mainshaft. position, tap mainshaft forward until rear bearing
Install synchronizer clutch gear snap ring in main- bottoms in the case bore.
shaft groove. Make certain ring is bottomed all way (8) Install mainshaft rear bearing snap ring in
around in groove (Fig. 19). groove in the case bore. This snap ring is a select fit.
Drive Pinion
(1) Slide oil slinger (if removed) over pinion shaft
and down against gear (Fig. 16).
(2) Slide bearing over pinion shaft (snap ring
groove away from gear end), then seat on shaft, using
an arbor press.
A-903: Install keyed washer between bearing and
retaining snap ring.
(3) Secure bearing and washer with selected thick-
ness snap ring. Four snap rings are available to elimi-
nate end play (same thickness as clutch gear and
mainshaft snap rings).
Be sure snap ring is properly seated. If large snap
ring around bearing was removed, install at this
time.
Fig. 25-Installing Detent Balls (4) Place pinion shaft in a vise (with soft jaws),
2 1-12 TRANS M ISSIO NS 4 S PEED 0

3995 or C-3972 (Fig. 11).


(5) Using a new gasket, slide extension housing
over mainshaft while guiding shaft through bushing
and oil seal. Install and tighten attaching bolts to 50
J \ foot-pounds.
(6) Install transmission gasket and cover, install
and tighten cover bolts to 15 foot-pounds.
1 EXTENSION (7) Install speedometer pinion and adapter assem-
bly.
(8) Install drain plug and back-up light switch and
tighten securely.
I‘ (9) Refill transmission with Automatic Transmis-

1 sion Fluid AQ-ATF, Suffix “A,” Install filler plug and


tighten securely.

TRANSM lSSl0 N INSTALLATION

-
Place a small amount of short fibre wheel bearing
lubricant around inner end of pinion shaft pilot bush-
I INSTALLATION 1 ing in flywheel and on pinion bearing retainer release
NK308A bearing sleeve area. Do not lubricate end of the pin-
ion shaft, clutch disc splines or clutch release levers.
Fig. 27-Replacing Extension Housing Bushing (1) Remove transmission from repair stand. Install
then install bearing rollers in cavity of shaft. 14 roll- rear crossmember and support on transmission, then
ers for A-903 transmission and 15 rollers for A-745 slide assembly under vehicle.
transmission. Coat bearing rollers with heavy grease, (2) Raise transmission, using a suitable jack, until
then install bearing retaining ring in its groove. drive pinion is centered in clutch housing bore.
(5) Install third gear inner stop ring (Fig. 17 or 18) (3) Roll transmission slowly forward until pinion
in third gear outer stop ring. Guide drive pinion shaft enters clutch disc. Turn pinion shaft until
through front of case and engage inner stop ring with splines are aligned, then ‘push transmission forward
clutch teeth, then seat pinion bearing. The pinion until seated against clutch housing. Do not allow
shaft bearing is fully seated when snap ring in in full transmission to ”hang“ after pinion has entered the
contact with the case. clutch disc.
(6) Install a new seal in pinion bearing retainer, (4) Install transmission attaching bolts and tighten
using Tool C-3789. to 50 foot-pounds. Remove the jack.
(7) Using a new gasket, install drive pinion and re- (5) Using a pointed drift, align crossmember bolt
tainer in the case. Install attaching bolts and tighten holes, then install attaching bolts. Tighten to 35 foot-
to 35 foot-pounds. pounds.
(6) Remove engine support fixture and disengage
Extension Housing hooks from holes in frame side rails.
(1) If extension housing bushing requires replace- (7) Reconnect speedometer cable, gearshift rods
ment, drive out oil seal with a suitable tool. Be sure and back-up light switch wires.
not to damage oil seal surface in housing. (8) Carefully guide front universal joint yoke into
(2) Drive the bushing out of housing (Fig. 27) with extension housing and onto mainshaft splines. Con-
Tool (2-3996 or C-3974. nect propeller shaft to rear axle pinion yoke.
(3) Slide a new bushing on installing end of Tool (9) Road test vehicle, making sure transmission
C-3996 or C-3974. Align oil hole in bushing with oil shifts smoothly and operates quietly.
slot in housing, then drive bushing into place (Fig. (10) If shift linkage requires adjustment, refer to
27). Page 2.
(4) Drive a new oil seal into housing with Tool C-
0 4 SPEED-TRANSMISSIONS 21-13

M A N U A L TRANSMISSION-A-833
INDEX
Page Page
Cleaning- and InsDection ...................... 22 Service Out of Vehicle ........................ 17
General Information ........................... 13 Assembling Transmission .................... 23
Service Diagnosis ............................. 13 Disassembling Transmission ................. 17
Service In Vehicle ............................ 14 Transmission Installation .................... 25
Extension Housing Yoke Seal ................ 16 Transmission Remova I ...................... 17
Four Speed Gearshift ........................ 14 Specifications ................................. 93
Gearshift Linkage Adjustment ................ 14 Tightening Reference .......................... 95
Speedometer Pinion ......................... 15

GENERAL INFORMATION
The A-833 four speed transmission (Fig. 1)is avail- end).
able for all vehicles using manual transmissions ex- The reverse idler gear is supported on a bronze
cept those equipped with 170, 225 and 318 cubic inch bushing, pressed into the gear.
engines. The gearshifting is manually operated through shift
The main drive pinion is supported by a heavy duty control rods to the transmission. Any forward gear
ball bearing at the rear, and an Oilite bushing pressed may be engaged while the vehicle is in motion
into the end of the crankshaft. through the use of synchronizing clutches.
The mainshaft front end is pivoted in roller bear- The transmission may be used as an aid to deceler-
ings in the end of the main drive pinion, and is sup- ation by downshifting in sequence without double
ported by a ball bearing in the front end of the clutching or gear clashing, due to the fact that all
extension housing. The rear end of the mainshaft is forward speeds are synchronized. (The reverse speed-
supported by the sliding yoke and bushing in the gear i s not synchronized.) The service procedures
extension housing. covering the four speed transmission used on all vehi-
The countershaft gear is supported by a double row cles so equipped is identical to the following service
of needle type roller bearings at each end and the procedures except where noted.
thrust is taken on thrustwashers between the ends of IMPORTANT: Some internal transmission parts are
the gear and the transmission case. The alignment of different from standard on vehicles with high per-
the needle type roller bearing within the gear are formance engines. These "special" parts are listed
maintained by four thrust washers (one being used in applicable Parts Catalog; therefore, be sure they
between the rows of roller bearings and one at each are used when replacement is necessary.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
Condition Possible Cause Correction
HARD SHIFTING (a) Incorrect clutch adjustment. (a) Refer to Clutch Group for corrections.
(b) Improper cross-over adjustment. (b) Perform cross-over adjustment as out-

64 x 735 B
Fig. I-A-833 Four Speed transmission
2 1-14 TRANSMlSSl0 N S A SPEED 0

Condition Possible Cause Correction


lined in “Gearshift Linkage Adjust-
ments.”
(c) Synchronizer clutch sleeve damaged. (cd-e) Causes noted can only be correct-
(d) Synchronizer spring improperly in- ed by disassembling transmission
stalled. and.replacing damaged or worn parts.
(e) Broken or worn synchronizer stop
rings.
(f) Gearshift housing misaligned. (f) Align gearshift housing. Refer to
Page 25.
TRANSMISSION SLIPS (a) Linkage interference. (a) Inspect and remove all linkage inter-
OUT OF GEAR ferences.
(b) Gearshift rods out of adjustment. (b) Adjust gearshift rods as outlined in
“Gearshift Linkage Adjustments.”
(c) Second or direct speed gear synchro- (c) Disassemble transmission and re-
nizer clutch teeth worn. place parts a s necessary.
(d) Clutch housing bore or face out of (d) Refer to Clutch Group for correction
alignment. procedures.
TRANS MlSSl0N (a) Excessive end play in countershaft (a) Replace thrust washers.
NOISES _.. gear. . . .. _. _.. . . . _
(b) Loose synchronizer hub spline fit on Inspect mainshaft aind synchronizer
.
(b)
mainshaft. h u b and replace parits as necessary.
(c) Damaged, broken or excessively worn (c) Replace worn gears.
gear teeth.
(d) Drive pinion bearing worn. (d) Replace worn bearingI.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
SER1VICE IN VEHICLE bolt through unit and boot (Fig. 2). Position unit
on extension housing, install and tilghten the three
FOUR SPEED C EARSH IFT retaining bolts securely.
131 Pnnneot onntml mrlc tn chift 11
Removal place levers in the NEUTRAL position.
(1) Disconnect negative (ground) cable from bat-
(3) Lower car, install shift lever and tighten the
tery. three retaining nuts securely.
(2) Unscrew gearshift lever knob.
(4) Work flange portion of lower boot up above
(3) Raise console lid and remove two screws from
floor opening, slide shift lever boot down into posi-
rear end of finish plate. Raise rear end of plate and tion and install boot retaining screws.
work it rearward to disengage from front of console. ( 5 ) Position console over floor brackets, connect
Disconnect any wiring connected to finish plate, wiring, install and tighten console retaining screws.
work rubber boot over lever “T” handle and remove (6) Install upper finish plate, gearshift knob and
plate and boot assembly. connect negative battery cable.
(4) Remove four screws securing console to floor
(7) Readjust linkage if necessary.
brackets, disconnect wiring connectors and remove
console assembly. GEARSHIFT LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT
( 5 ) Remove four screws securing upper boot to
floor (Fig. 2), slide boot up shift lever, then remove Fabricate a lever alignment tool from 1/16 inch
three nuts securing lever to shift unit. Remove shift thick metal to dimensions shown in Figure 3.
lever and boot. (1) Remove console and gearshift lever assembly,
(6) Raise car, then move 1st and 2nd control rod refer to “FOUR SPEED GEARSHIFT”, (Removal,
forward into 2nd gear. Disconnect all control rods steps 1through 6).
from shift unit levers. (2) Work flange portion of lower boot (Fig. 2)
(7) Remove three bolts securing shift unit to ex- down through floor opening. Insert lever alignment
tension housing plate and remove shift unit and tool through slots in levers, making sure its through
lower boot assembly. all levers and aganst back plate. (This holds the
three levers in neutral position).
lnstallation (3) With all transmission levers in neutral position,
(1) Place lower boot on shift unit and insert long adjust length of control rods so they enter transmis-
0 4 S PEE D-TR A NS M ISS IO N S 2 1-15

SCREW (8)

(USED WITHOUT

1ST

3RD SCREW AND WASHER (2)

LOWER BOOT

Fig. 2-Four Speed Gearshift


sion levers freely without any rearward or forward SPEEDOMETER PINION
movement.
(4) Install control rod flat washers and retaining Removal and /n#allafjon
clips. Remove alignment tool. Rear axle gear ratio and tire size determines pinion
( 5 ) Install gearshift lever assembly and console, gear size requirements. Refer to “Speedometer Pinion
refer to “FOUR SPEED GEARSHIFT”, (Installation, Chart” for pinion usage.
steps 3 through 6). (1) Remove bolt and retainer securing speedometer

SPEEDOMETER PINION CHART


A-833-4 SPEED
OUTPUT SHAFT DRIVE GEAR-13 TEETH
lire Axle Ratios
Size Number of Pinion Gear Teeth and Color
2.93:l-2.94:l 3.23:l 3.55:l 391:l
6.5G13 32-B lack 35-Ora nge 38-Blue 42-White
7.W13 31-Green 34-Green 3 8 - B Iue 41-Red
6.9514 31-Green %Green 37-W h i te
7.3514 3 L Y e I low 3 S Ye Ilow =Red 4LOrange
7.7514 29-B lack 32-Black 35-Orange 3SGreen
8.25-14 29-B lack 32-B lack 3 L O r a nge 38-Blue
8.55-14 28-Blue 31-Green 34-Green 37-Wh ite
7.75-15 =Black 32-Black 35-Orange 3 9 - G ree n
8.1515 29-B lack 32-Black 35-0 ra n ge 38-Blue
8.45-15 28-Blue 31-Green %Green 37-White
21-16 TRANSMISSIONS4 SPEED 0

AD9PTER

6"

I' LEVER ALIGNMENT 'TOOL I BOLT AND


WASHER OIL SEAL
RETAINER
RING

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Fig. 5-Speedometer Drive

ADAPTER LOCK RING

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SEAL
Fig. %Gearshift Linkage Adjustment NP2

pinion adapter to extension housing (Fig. 4). Fig. 6-Installing Speedometer Pinion Seal
(2) With cable housing connected, carefully work inch-pounds.
adapter and pinion out of extension housing.
(3) If transmission fluid is found in cable housing, EXTENSION HOUSING YOKE SEAL
replace seal in the adapter (Fig. 5). Start seal and
retainer ring in adapter, then push them into adapter Replacement
with Tool C-4004 until tool bottoms (Fig. 6). (1) Disconnect propeller shaft at rear universal
(4) Select pinion range numbers on outside of joint. Carefully pull shaft yoke out of transmission
adapter to correspond with number of pinion teeth. extension housing.
CAUTION: Before installing pinion and adapter as- CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch or nick ground
sembly, make sure adapter flange and its mating area surface on sliding spline yoke during removal and
on extension housing are perfectly clean. Dirt or sand installation of the shaft assembly.
will cause mis-alignment resulting in speedometer (2) Remove extension housing yoke seal (Fig. 7)
pinion gear noise. with Tool C-3994 or C-3985.
(5) Install adapter in pinion housing with pinion (3) To install a new seal, position seal in opening of
range numbers aligned with 6 o'clock position (Fig. 4). extension housing and drive it into housing with Tool
(6) Install retainer and bolt, with retainer tangs in C-3995 or C-3972 (Fig. 8).
adapter positioning slots. Tap adapter firmly into ex- (4) Carefully guide front universal joint yoke into
tensiort housing and tighten retainer bolt to 100 extension housing and on mainshaft splines. Con-

Fig. 4-Speedometer Pinion and Adapter-Installed Fig. 7-Removing Housing Yoke Seal
0 4 S PEED-TR A NS MI SS IO NS 2 1-17
Disconnect extension housing from removable center
crossmember.
(8) Support transmission with a suitable jack and
remove center crossmember. Remove transmission to
clutch housing bo1ts .
(9) Slide transmission toward rear until drive pin-
ion shaft clears clutch disc, before lowering trans-
-
NN125 mission.
(10) Lower transmission and remove from under
Fig. 8-Installing Extension Housing Yoke Seal vehicle. Thoroughly clean exterior of unit, preferably
nect propeller shaft to rear axle pinion shaft yoke. by steam. Mount transmission in repair stand
DD-1014 (Fig. 9).
SERVICE OUT OF VEHICLE
DISASSEMBLI NG TRANS MISS10N
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL
To disassemble transmission for repair or overhaul,
(1) Remove console and 4-speed gearshift com- refer to Figs. 9 and 10.
ponents, refer to “FOUR SPEED GEARSHIFT.”
(2) Drain fluid from transmission. Gearshift Housing and Mechanism
(3) Disconnect propeller shaft at rear universal (1) Remove bolts that attach gearshift housing to
joint. Carefully pull shaft yoke out of transmission transmission case (Fig. 11).With all levers in neutral
extension housing. detent position, pull housing out and away from the
CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch or nick ground case. (The first and second, third and fourth shift
surface on sliding spline yoke during removal and fork may remain in engagement with synchronizer
installation of the shaft assembly. sleeves.) Work forks out of sleeves and remove from
(4) Disconnect speedometer cable and back-up light the case. The following three steps need only be done,
switch leads. if oil leakage is visible around gearshift lever shafts.
( 5 ) Disconnect left hand exhaust pipe (dual ex- (2) Remove nuts, lockwashers and flatwashers that
haust) from manifold. Disconnect parking brake cable. attach first and second, third and fourth speed shift
(6) Install engine support fixture C-3487, engaging operating levers to the shafts. Disengage levers from
the hooks in holes in frame side member. Be sure flats on shafts and remove.
support ends are up against underside of oil pan CAUTION: Make sure shafts are free of burrs before
flange. removal; otherwise the bores may be scored resulting
(7) Raise engine slightly with support fixture. in leakage after reassembly.

\
GEARSHIFT HOUSING
MAIN DRIVE PINION /
PINION BEARING RETAINER

,EXTENSION HOUSING
L

IST AND 2ND \ BACK-UP LIGHT SWITCH


OPERATING LEVER PERATING LEVER

REPAIR STAND REVERSE OPERATING LEVER 64x738A

Fig. 9-A-833 Transmission in Repair Stand


21-18 TRANSMISSIONS4 SPEED 3

0 64X740C

Fig. IO-A-833 transmission


0 4 S PEED-T RA NS M ISS I0 NS 2 1-19

1. Bearing Retainer 26. Lockwasher 49. Needle Bearing Rollers 71. Lockwasher
2. Bearing Retainer Gasket 27. Bolt 50. Bearing Spacer 72. Nut
3. Bearing Retainer Oil Seal 28. Extension Housing 51. Countershaft. Gear (Cluster) 73. Gearshift Control Housing
4. Snap Ring, Bearing (Inner) 29. Mainshaft Yoke Bushing 52. Needle Bearing Rollers 74. 1st and 2nd Operating Lever
5. Snap Ring, Bearing (Outer) 30. Oil Seal 53. Thrustwasher, Needle Roller 75. Flatwasher
6. Pinion Bearing 31. Main Drive Pinion Bearing 76. Lockwasher, Lever
7. Transmission Case 32. Oil Slinger 54. Thrustwasher, Gear (1) 77. Nut, Lever
8. Filler Plug 33. Needle Bearing Rollers 55. Backup Light Switch 78. Lockwasher, Lever
9. Gear, 2nd Speed 34. Snap Ring 56. Backup Light Switch Gasket 79. Flatwasher, Lever
10. Stop Ring 35. Stop Ring 57. Plug 80. 3rd and 4th Operating Lever
11. Shift Plate Springs 36. Snap Ring 58. Retainer! Reverse Detent 81. Detent Ball
12. Clutch Gear 37. Shift Plate Spring Ball Spring 82. Detent Ball Pin
13. Shift Plates (3) 38. Clutch Gear 59. Gasket 83. Detent Ball Sleeve
14. Shift Plate Spring 39. Shift Plate Spring 60. Spring, Reverse Detent Ball 84. Detent Ball Spring
15. Snap Ring 40. Clutch Sleeve 61. Ball, Reverse Detent 85. Detent Ball
16. 1st and 2nd Clutch Sleeve 41. Stop Ring 62. Woodruff Key 86. Oil Seal (2)
Gear 42. 3rd Speed Gear 63. Reverse Slider Gear Shaft 87. 3rd and 4th Lever
17. Stop Ring 43. Mainshaft (Output) 64. Bushing, Reverse Slider Gear 88. 1st and 2nd Lever
18. 1st Speed Gear 44. Shift Plates (3) 65. Gear, Reverse Slider 89. 3rd and 4th Speed Fork
19. Bearing Retainer Ring 45. Woodruff Key 66. Fork, Reverse Shifter 90. 1st and 2nd Speed Fork
20. Rear Bearing 46. Countershaft 67. Reverse Lever 91. Drain Plug
21. Snap Ring 47. Thrustwasher, Gear (1) 68. Oil Seal, Reverse Lever Shaft 92. Gasket, Shift Control
24. Baffle 48. Thrustwasher, Needle Roller 69. Reverse Operating Lever Housing
25. Gasket, Case to Extension Bearing 70. Flatwasher
Housing
(3) Carefully push gearshift lever shafts out of synchronizer sleeves and clutches before disassem-
housing, allowing detent balls to fall free. bling mainshaft.
(4) Slide gearshift interlock sleeve, interlock pin f5) Remove snap ring (Fig. 14), that retains 3rd
and spring out of housing. and 4th synchronizer clutch gear and sleeve, slide
3rd and 4th synchronizer assembly off end of main-
Extension Housing and Mainshaft shaft.
(1) Remove bolt and retainer securing speedometer (6) Slide 3rd speed gear and stop ring off mainshaft.
pinion adapter in extension housing (Fig. 3). Care- (Do not separate 3rd and 4th speed synchronizer
fully work adapter and pinion out of extension hous- clutch gear, sleeve, shift plates or springs unless in-
ing. spection reveals a replacement part is required.)
(2) Remove bolts that attach extension housing to (7) Using long nose pliers, compress snap ring that
transmission case. retains mainshaft rear bearing in extension hous-
(3) Slide tbird and fourth synchronizer sleeve ing (Fig. 15).
slightly forward, then using a soft hammer, tap on (8) Holding snap ring compressed, pull mainshaft
extension housing (in a rearward direction). Slide assembly and bearing out of extension housing (Fig.
housing and mainshaft assembly out and away from 16).
the case (Fig. 12). (9) Remove snap ring that retains mainshaft bear-
(4) Refer to Fig. 13 for location of various gears, ing on the shaft (Fig. 17). Remove bearing from main-
3RD AND 4TH LEVER SHAFT 1ST AND 2ND LEVER SHAFT
shaft by inserting steel plates on front side of 1st
AND DETENT PLATE AND DETENT PLATE speed gear, then press or drive rear bearing off main-
\ DETENT BALL /

1ST AND 2ND


GEARSHIFT FORK
3RD AND 4TH INTERLOCK SLEEVE 64x741
GEARSHIFT FORK NPl
Fig. 12-Removing or lnstalling Extension Housing
Fig. 1 1 -Shift Housing Assembly and Mainshaft Assembly
21-20 TRANS MISS IO NS A S PEED .n

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1ST AND 2ND CLUTCH 1ST SPEED GEAR EXTENSION SNAP RING GROOVE ~

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BEARING
SNAP RING
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3RD AND 4TH
1 V
STOP RI 64x745 EXTENSION HOUSING
CLUTCH SLEEVE 3RD SPEED GEAR (29 TEE 64x742 Fig. I6-Removing or lnstalling Mainshaft
Fig. I3-Ma;nshaft Gear Identification

3RD AND 4TH SPEED SYNCHRONIZER CLUTCH GEAR

64x743 A Fig. 17-Removing or Installing Rear Bearing


Fig. 1 4-Disassembling Mainshaft Snap Ring-Rear
shaft. (Be careful not to damage gear teeth.) clutch sleeve gear and clutch to mainshaft (Fig. 18).
(10) Remove bearing, bearing retainer ring, 1st Slide 1st and 2nd clutch sleeve gear and clutch
speed gear, and first speed stop ring from the shaft. from mainshaft. (Do not separate clutch sleeve gear
(11) Remove snap ring that retains 1st and 2nd and clutch, unless inspection reveals a replacement
part is required.)
CLUTCH GEAR SHIFT PLATES (3) 1ST SPEED GEAR Figure 19 shows various mainshaft bearing surfaces
1ST AND 2ND CLUTCH
SLEEVE GEAR \ \sTqp RIN
of the gears. Inspect these surfaces for signs of wear,
PLIERS
SNAP RING
ST SPEED GEAR

2ND SPEED GEAR

1ST AND 2ND SYNCHRONIZ

v-/
'il
CLUTCH GEAR
EXTENSION HOUSING PLIERS
1ST AND i N D CLUTCH SLEEVE GEAR
BEARING
64x744 64x747A

Fig. I5-Removing or Installing Rear Bearing Fig. 18-Removing or Installing Clutch Gear
Snap Ring-Front Snap Ring
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SNAP RING SNAP RING REVERSE SHIFTER


GROOVE GROOVE SHAFT A N D DETENT

BACKUP LIGHT

SNAP RING
GROOVE
Fig. 19-Mainshaft Bearing Surfaces REVERSE LEVER
DETENT SPRING
RETAINER
scoring, or any condition that would not allow shaft
to be used at reassembly. REVERSE GEAR
(12) Using a feeler gauge, measure end play of SHIFTER SHAFT
countershaft gear, by inserting gauge between thrust 64 x 749A
washer and gear (Fig. 20). “his measurement should Fig. 2 1 -Gear, Shaft and Lever Identification
not exceed .015 to .029 inch. If measurement is
greater than that specified, new thrust washers must
be installed at reassembly.

Reverse Gear, Lever and Fork


Figure 21 shows reverse gear shift fork, reverse
sliding gear, reverse sliding gear shaft and counter-
shaft gear.
(1) Remove reverse gearshift lever detent spring
retainer, gasket, plug and detent ball spring from rear
of the case (Fig. 21).
(2) The reverse slider gear shaft is a very tight fit
in the case (Fig. 22). To remove, place a 7/16 socket
(1/4 or 3/8 inch drive) on end of C-3638 Power
Steering “Worm Shaft Seal Remover” or (3-3642
“Pump Shaft Seal Remover” (Fig. 23).
Fig. 22-Removing or Installing Reverse Slider Gear
Place tool in case with socket against end of shaft
and other end of tool against the case. Turn screw to press shaft completely out of the case.
counterclockwise to press shaft out of the case. Re- The following step need only be done if oil leakage
move woodruff key from shaft. In some cases, a 7/16 is visible around reverse gearshift lever shaft.
deep socket and/or a 3” extension may be required (3) Remove any burrs from shaft so as not to dam-
age the case bore, then carefully push reverse gear-
shift lever shaft inward and remove it from case
(Fig. 24). Lift out detent ball from bottom of case.
Remove shift fork from shaft and detent plate.

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5“ SOCKET

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Fig. 20-Measuring Countershaft Gear End Play Fig. 23-Reverse Slider Gear Shaft Remover Tool
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21-22 TRANSMISSIONS4 SPEED
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
Clean transmission case thoroughly, using a suit-
able solvent, dry with compressed air. Inspect case for
CUlET E A D Y b i cracks, stripped threads in various bolt holes and ma-
chined mating surfaces for burrs, nicks or any condi-
tion that would render the case unfit for further serv-
ice. The front mating surface should be smooth; if
any burrs are present, dress them off with a fine mill
file. If threads are stripped, install Helicoil inserts.

Ball Bearings
P Wash ball bearings, using a clean solvent and blow
-2 dry with compressed air.
OIL SE CAUTION: Do not spin bearings with air pressure;
turn slowly by hand. Spinning unlubricated bearings
Fig. 24-Removing or Installing Reverse Shift may cause damage to races and balls.
Fork and Lever
Be sure ball bearings are clean, then lubricate
Drive Pinion and Countershaft Gear them with light grade engine oil. Inspect bearings for
(1) Using countershaft arbor C-3938, and a plastic roughness. This can best be determined by slowly
hammer, drive countershaft out of case, allowing turning outer race by hand. Measure fit of bearings
countershaft gear to be lowered to bottom of case. on their respective shafts.
(This will permit removal of main drive pinion.)
(2) Remove drive pinion bearing retainer attaching Needle Type Bearing Rol.lers and Spacers
bolts, then slide retainer and gasket from pinion Inspect all bearing rollers for flat spots or brinel-
shaft. Remove pinion oil seal. ling. Inspect all bearing roller spacers for signs of
(3) Remove pinion bearing outer snap ring, using wear or galling. Install new parts as required.
a plastic hammer, drive pinion into case and remove.
(4)Remove pinion bearing inner snap ring. Using
an arbor press, remove bearing from pinion. Gears
Inspect gear teeth on synchronizer clutch gears and
(5) Remove snap ring and 16 bearing rollers from
stop rings. If there is evidence of chipping or exces-
cavity in drive pinion. sively worn teeth, install new parts at reassembly. Be
(6) Remove countershaft gear from bottom of case
sure clutch sleeve slides easily on the clutch gear.
(Fig. 25). Inspect countershaft gear and all sliding gear teeth
(7) Remove arbor and 76 needle type bearings,
for chipped or broken teeth, or showing signs of ex-
thrust washers and spacer, from center of counter- cessive wear. Small nicks or burrs must be stoned off.
shaft gear. Inspect teeth on main drive pinion. If excessively
worn, broken or chipped, a new pinion should be in-
stalled.
Test interlock sleeve and pin for free movement in
bore of shift housing. Examine detent balls for
signs of brinelling. If lever detents show signs of ex-
cessive wear to extent of not locking in gear, install a
new part. Inspect shift forks for wear on the shanks
and pads.

1 \4' Synchronizer Stop Rings


Inspect stop rings for cracks at corners of shift
plate indexing slots. If rings are cracked or show signs
of extreme wear on threaded bore, install new rings
at reassembly. If excessive gear clashing in 1st or
2nd was encountered, rough up synchronizer cones on
Fig. 25-Removing or Installing Countershaft gears with #120 emory cloth and replace synchronizer
Gear and Arbor stop rings.
0 4 SPEED-TRANSM lSSlO NS 21-23

Mainshaft ing retaining snap ring in its groove.


Inspect mainshaft gear and bearing mating sur- (8) Install drive pinion and bearing in case and posi-
faces. If gear contact surfaces show signs of galling or tion in front bore. Tap lightly into place, using a
are excessively worn, a new mainshaft should be in- plastic hammer. Install outer snap ring in bearing
stalled. groove.
Inspect snap ring grooves for burred edges. If (9) Using Tool C-3789, install a new oil seal in re-
rough or burred, remove condition using a fine file or tainer bore. Install main drive pinion bearing re-
_ _ _ svnchronizer clutch -gear
crocus cloth. Inspect -.I_.__._
__.____
__..__.. - - - - teeth
------ tainer
.~~~~-~and gasket. Install attaching
~ ~~.~
D~ - v bolts and tighten

on shaft for burrs. to 35 foot-pounds.


(10) Start countershaft in its bc)re at rear of
ASSEMBLING T‘RANSMISSION case. Raise countershaft gear until t eeth mesh with
main drive pinion gear. (Be sure thr,ust washers re-
Countershaft G(ear and Drive .Pinion
main in position on ends of arbor an d tangs aligned
. . .
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(1) Using heavy grease, coat inside bore of gear at
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each end, then install roller bearing spacer. Insert (11) Align countershaft arbor with bores in case,
arbor Tool C-3938, into gear and through spacer. then drive countershaft into the gear. Install the
Center spacer and arbor. woodruff key. Continue to drive shaft into case until
(2) Coat needle type roller bearings with heavy end of shaft is flush with rear face of the case. Remove
grease, then at each end of gear, install 19 rollers, arbor Tool C-3938.
followed by a spacer ring and 19 more roller bearings
and 1spacer ring (Fig. 10). Reverse Gear, Lever and Fork
(3) If countershaft gear end play exceeded .029” The following step need only be done if the reverse
when measured during disassembly of “Extension shaft was removed because of oil leak.
Housing and Mainshaft,” Step 13, install new thrust (1) Install a new oil seal on reverse gearshift lever
washers. Coat thrustwashers with heavy grease and shaft. Coat lever shaft with Multi-purpose grease,
install them over arbor with tang side toward the case then carefully install lever shaft into bore in the case
boss (Fig. 26). (Fig. 24). Install reverse fork in the lever. Fill recess
(4) Install countershaft gear assembly into the case next to shaft with Multi-purpose grease, then install
(Fig. 25). Allow gear assembly to rest on bottom of operating lever (Fig. 9). Install a flatwasher, lock-
case. (Be sure thrustwashers stay in position.) washer and nut. Tighten nut securely.
(5) Press main drive pinion bearing on pinion shaft. (2) Install reverse detent ball spring retainer gas-
Be sure outer snap ring groove is toward front (Fig. ket and retainer, tighten securely. Install reverse
27). Seat bearing fully against shoulder on gear. shift detent ball, spring and plug, tighten plug se-
(6) Install a new inner snap ring to retain bearing. curely.
Be sure snap ring is seated. (3) Place reverse slider gearshaft in position in end
(7) Place pinion shaft in a vise (with soft jaws), of case, and drive it in far enough to position re-
then install 16 bearing rollers in cavity of shaft. Coat verse slider gear on protruding end of shaft with
bearing rollers with heavy grease, then install bear- shift slot toward rear (Fig. 22). At same time, engage

BEARING

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SNAP RING (OUTER)
THRUST WASHER COIINTER SHAFT TOWARD THE FRONT MAIN DRIVE
GEAR
TANG
\ PINION
/

\THRUST WASHER
64 x 754 64 x 755
TANG
Fig. 26-Countershaft Gear and Arbor Assembly Fig. 27-Main Drive Pinion and Bearing Assembly
21-24 TRANSMISSIONS4 SPEED 0

slot with reverse shift fork. C-3996 or C-3974. Align oil hole in bushing with oil
(4) With reverse slider gear correctly positioned, slot in housing, then drive bushing into place (Fig. 28).
drive reverse gear shaft into case far enough to install Drive a new seal into housing with Tool C-3995 or
woodruff key. Drive in shaft, flush with end of C-3972 (Fig. 8).
case (Fig. 22). (7) Install partially assembled mainshaft into ex-
(5) Install back-up light switch and gasket (if so tension housing far enough to engage retaining ring
equipped), and tighten securely. in slot in extension housing (Fig. 16). Compress
retaining ring and at same time seat mainshaft in ex-
Extension Housing, Bushing and Mainshaft tension housing (Fig. 15). (Be sure retaining ring is
(1) Slide second speed gear over mainshaft (syn- seated all around its slot.)
chronizer cone toward rear) and down against shoul- (8) Slide third speed gear over mainshaft (with
der on shaft (Fig. 18). synchronizer cone toward front) followed by third
(2) Slide first and second clutch sleeve gear assem- gear stop ring (Fig. 14).
bly including 2nd gear stop ring over mainshaft (with (9) Install third and fourth speed synchronizer
shift fork slot toward front) and against second speed clutch gear assembly (including sleeve, shift plates
gear. (Be sure stop ring is indexed with shift plates.) and springs) on mainshaft (shift fork slot toward rear)
Install a new snap ring to secure (Fig. 18). against third speed gear. (Fig. 14). Be sure and index
(3) Slide low gear stop ring over shaft, position and rear stop ring with clutch gear shift plates.
index with shift plates. (10) Install retaining snap ring (Fig. 14) then
(4) Slide first speed gear (synchronizer cone toward using heavy grease, position front stop ring over
clutch sleeve gear just installed) over mainshaft into clutch gear, again indexing ring slots with shift plates.
position against clutch sleeve gear. CAUTION: It is very important that indexing of all
(5) Install mainshaft bearing retaining ring, fol- stop rings and positioning of gears and clutches
lowed by mainshaft rear bearing. Using an arbor on mainshaft be correct, or mating of extension hous-
and a suitable tool, drive or press bearing down into ing to the case will not be possible without damage.
position. Install a new snap ring to secure (Fig. 17). (11) Coat a new extension housing to case gasket
(6) Bushing Replacement: If extension housing with grease (both sides) then place in position on the
bushing requires replacement, drive out oil seal with case.
a suitable tool. Be sure not to damage oil seal sur- (12) Center reverse slider gear on its shaft and
face in the housing. Drive bushing out of housing with move 3rd and 4th speed clutch sleeve slightly toward
Tool C-3996 or C-3974 (Fig. 28). front, then carefully insert mainshaft into the case
Slide a new bushing on installing end of Tool (Fig. 12). Be sure 3rd and 4th speed stop ring is in-
dexed with shifter plates, and at same time align and
push in on extension housing to bottom it against the
gasket and case. Install extension housing bolts and
tighten securely.

Gearshift Housing and Mechanism


The following 4 steps need only be done if gear-
shift housing was disassembled previously because
of leaking seals.
(1) Slide interlock sleeve into position in housing
(Fig. 10). Install a new oil seal on each lever shaft.
I\ Coat one of the shafts with Multi-purpose grease,
then carefully install shaft in shift housing. Fill re-

1'
cess next to shaft with Multi-purpose grease, then
\ install operating lever (Fig. 9). Install a flatwasher,
lockwasher and nut. Tighten nut securely.
I (2) Place a detent ball in the sleeve, followed by

d
spring and interlock pin. Coat other lever shaft with
Multi-purpose grease and start shaft into housing.
Place remaining detent ball on the spring and com-
1-1 press ball and spring with a small screwdriver, then
NK308A push shaft in until seated. Fill recess next to shaft
Fig. 28-Replacing Extension Housing Bushing with Multi-purpose grease, then install operating
4 SPEED-TRANSMISSIONS 21-25
bly. Refer to Page 15.

TRANSMISSION INSTALLATl0 N
Place a small amount of short fibre wheel bearing
lubricant around inner end of pinion shaft pilot bush-
ing in flywheel and on pinion bearing retainer release
bearing sleeve area. Do not lubricate end of pinion
shaft, clutch disc splines or clutch release levers.
(1) With transmission on a suitable jack, slide as-
sembly under vehicle.
(2) Raise transmission until drive pinion is centered
in clutch housing bore.
(3) Roll transmission slowly forward until pinion
shaft enters clutch disc. Turn pinion shaft until
REVERSE IDLER GEAR splines are aligned, then work transmission forward
until seated against clutch housing. Do not allow
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transmission to “hang” after pinion shaft has entered
the clutch disc.
Fig. 29- I st, 2nd, and Reverse Shift Levers (4) Install transmission to clutch housing bolts and
tighten to 50 foot-pounds.
lever, flatwasher, lockwasher and nut. Tighten nut (5) Using a pointed drift, align crossmember bolt
securely. Install gearshift forks in lever shafts and holes, then install attaching bolts. Tighten to 35 foot-
position forks and shifter shafts in neutral position pounds.
(Fig. 11). (6) Remove engine support fixture and disengage
(3) Position 1st and 2nd, 3rd and 4th clutch sleeve hooks from holes in the frame side rails. Install
gears in neutral position. Using a new gasket, extension housing to crossmember bolts and tighten
install shift housing making sure shift forks align to 35 foot-pounds.
with grooves in clutch sleeve gears. Tighten retaining (7) Attach shift unit to extension housing and
bolts finger tight. secure with the three bolts. Connect shift control rods
(4) Shift transmission into reverse, then tighten the to transmission levers and connect speedometer cable.
two end center alignment bolts slightly. Tap shift ( 8 ) Carefully guide front universal joint yoke into
housing downward to cause a drag between the lever extension housing and onto mainshaft splines. Con-
“cams” when shifting in and out of reverse (Fig., 29). nect propeller shaft to rear axle pinion yoke.
To obtain a better feel of the drag, back out the de- (9) Reconnect exhaust pipes (if removed). Tighten
tent spring plug. Hold reverse detent ball-spring re- bolts securely.
tainer tight against the case with a wrench while re- (10) Fill transmission with Multi-Purpose Gear Oil
moving plug. SAE 140. If shift effort becomes extremely high dur-
If a drag condition cannot be obtained, install a new ing cold weather, Multi-Purpose Gear Oil SAE 80 or
1st and 2nd lever (stamped A or B) which are selec- 90 should be used. Automatic Tranmission Fluid
tive in cam size. AQ-ATF Suffix “A” may also be used in extremely
(5) A light drag or interference is desirable; there- cold climates.
fore, tap shift housing upward just enough so that a (11) Lower vehicle, install gearshift lever and con-
very light drag cpn he felt whnn c h i f t i n n i n onrl n r r t nf
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reverse. Tighten shift housing bolts securely and re- (12) Road test vehicle to make sure transmisson
check reverse sklift effort. Readjust if necessary. In- shifts smoothly and operates quietly.
stall and tighten reverse detent spring plug. (13) If shift linkage requires adjustment, refer to
(6) Install specedometer pinion and adapter assem- page 14.
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21-26 TRANSMISSIONS-TORQUEFLITE

TORQUEFLlTE TRANSMISSIONS
(A-904-G, A-904-LA, A-727-A and B)
INDEX
Page Page
General Information ........................... 26 Recondition S u b-Assem bl ies ................. 68
Hydraulic Control System ...................... 29 Accumulator Piston and Spring ............. 71
Operating Instructions ......................... 38 Extension Housing Bushing and Oil Seal .... 71
Service Diagnosis ............................. 39 Front Clutch-A-904-G and A-904-LA ........ 76
Service in Vehicle Front Clutch-A-727-A and B ................ 78
Air Pressure Tests .......................... 57 Governor and Support ..................... 72
Aluminum Thread Repair .................... 44 Kickdown Servo and Band ................. 88
Band Adjustments ........................... 48 Low-Reverse Servo and Band .............. 88
Console Gearshift ........................... 46 Oil Pump and Reaction Shaft Support
Extension Housing and Bearing ............... 59 -A-904-G and A-904-LA .................. 72
Extension Housing Yoke Seal ................. 59 Oil Pump and Reaction Shaft Support
Gearshift Linkage Adjustment ................ 46 -A-727-A and B ........................ 74
Governor ................................... 60 Overrunning Clutch ........................ 86
Hydraulic Control Pressure Adjustments ...... 57 Parking Lock Sprag ........................ 72
Hydraulic Control Pressure Tests ............. 55 Planetary Gear Train-A-904-G and A-904-LA.. 83
Lubrication ................................. 44 Planetary Gear Train-A-727-A and B ........ 85
Neutral Starting Switch ..................... 47 Rear Clutch-A-904-G and A-904-LA .......... 80
Parking Lock Components .................... 61 Rear Clutch-A-727-A and B ................ 82
Speedometer Pinion ........................ 58 Va Ive Body Assembly ...................... 68
Throttle Linkage Adjustment ................. 48 Removal-Transmission and Converter .......... 62
Valve Body and Accumulator Piston .......... 61 Pump Oil Seal .............................. 64
Service Out of Vehicle Starter Ring Gear ............................ 63
Assembly-Sub-Assembly Installation ........ 89 Torque Converter Flushing ................... 64
Disassembly-Su b-Assembl y Remova I ........ 65 Specif ica tions ................................. 93
Installation-Transmission and Converter . . . . . . 91 Tightening Reference .......................... 95

GENERAL INFORMATION
The TorqueFlite Transmission model identification CAUTION: Transmission operation requirements are
marking shown in the following application chart, different for some vehicles due to high performance
are cast in raised letters about 3/8 inch high on the engines or special equipment applications. Therefore,
lower left side of the bell housing. Transmission usage some internal part will be different from standard to
is determined by the type of engine with which it is provide the desired transmission operation. These
installed. "special" parts are listed in applicable Parts Catalog;
therefore, be sure they are used when replacement is
TRANSMISSION APPLICATION CHART necessary.
The transmission combines a torque converter with
Engine Displacement Identification
Cubic Inch Marking
a fully-automatic 3-speed gear system (Figs. 1 and 2).
Type
The converter housing and transmission case are an
6 Cyl. 170-225 A-904-G integral aluminum casting. The transmission consists
8 Cyl. 273 A-904-LA of two multiple disc clutches, and over-running clutch,
8 Cyl. 318 A-727-A two servos and bands, and two planetary gear sets to
8 Cyl. 383-426-440 A-727-B
provide three forward ratios and a reverse ratio. The
The A-727-A, mounted with an adapter plate be- common sun gear of the planetary gear sets is con-
tween the transmission and engine, is available for nected to the front clutch by a driving shell which is
heavy duty police and taxi service with the 6 Cyl., 225 splined to the sun gear and to the front clutch re-
Cu. In. engine. tainer. The hydraulic system consists of an oil pump,
Because of the similarity in design and in servicing and a single valve body which contains all of the
the three transmissions, the procedures have been valves except the governor valve.
combined in this Manual. Where variations in proce- Venting of the transmission is accomplished by a
dures occur, application to the A-904-G, A-904LA or drilled passage through the upper part of the oil
A-727-A and B is indicated. pump housing.
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CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT AND BAND APPLICATION CHART

lever Position Front Rear Front Rear Overrunning


Clutch Clutch (Kickdown) (low-Rev) Clutch
Drive-Ratio Band Band
N-NEUTRAL DISENGAGED DISENGAGED RELEASED R ELEAS ED NO MOVEMENT
D-DRIVE
(Breakaway) DISENGAGED ENGAGED R ELEASED RELEASED HOLDS
2.45 to 1
(Second) DISENGAGED ENGAGED APPLIED R ELEASED OVER RUNS
1.45 to 1
(Direct) ENGAGED ENGAGED R ELEAS ED R ELEAS ED OVER RUNS
1.00 to 1
KICKDOWN
(To Second) DISENGAGED ENGAGED APPLl ED RELEASED OVER RUNS
1.45 to 1
(To Low) DISENGAGED ENGAGED RELEASED R ELEAS ED HOLDS
2.45 to 1
2-SECOND DISENGAGED ENGAGED APPLIED R ELEASED OVER RUNS
1.45 to 1
1-LOW D I SENGAGED ENGAGED RELEASED APPLIED PARTIAL HOLD
2.45 to 1
R-REVERSE ENGAGED DI S ENGAGED R ELEAS ED APPLIED NO MOVEMENT

The torque converter is attached to the crankshaft turn, the control system may be described as follows:
through a flexible driving plate. Cooling of the con-
verter is accomplished by circulating the transmission Pressure Supply System
fluid through an oil-to-water type cooler, located in The pressure supply system consists of an oil pump
the radiator lower tank. The torque converter assem- driven by the engine through the torque converter.
bly is a sealed unit which cannot be disassembled. The single front pump furnishes pressure for all the
The transmission fluid is filtered by an internal hydraulic and lubrication requirements.
“Dacron Type” filter attached to the lower side of the
valve body assembly. Pressure Regulating Valves
Engine torque is transmitted to the torque con- The pressure regulating valves consist of a
ver.ter then, through the input shaft to the multiple regulator valve which controls line pressure at a value
discs clutches in the transmission. The power flow de- dependent on throttle opening.
pends on the application of the clutches and bands. The torque converter control valve maintains
Refer to “Clutch Engagement and Band Application torque converter operating pressure and transmission
Chart.” lubricating pressure.
The governor valve transmits regulated pressure to
HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM the transmission (in conjunction with throttle pres-
sure) to control upshift and downshift speeds.
The hydraulic control circuits on pages 30 through The throttle valve transmits regulated pressure to
37 show the position of the various valves with color the transmission (in conjunction with governor
coded passages to indicate those under hydraulic pressure) to control upshift and downshift speeds.
pressure for all operations of the transmission.
The hydraulic control system makes the transmis- Flow Control Valves
sion fully automatic, and has four important functions The manual valve obtains the different transmis-
to perform. In a general way, the components of any sion drive ranges as selected by the vehicle operator.
automatic control system may be grouped into the The 1-2 shift valve automatically shifts the trans-
following basic groups: mission from low to second or from second to low
The pressure supply system, the pressure regulat- depending on the vehicle operation.
ing valves, the flow control valves, and the clutches The 2-3 shift valve automatically shifts the trans-
and band servos. mission from second to direct or from direct to second
Taking each of these basic groups or systems in depending on the vehicle operation.
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CONTROL SYSTEM IN

PARK
ENGINE RUNNING
Park Hydraulic Circuits
NN34A

CONTROL SYSTEM IN

NEUTRAL
ENGINE RUNNING

Neutral Hydraulic Circuits


NN35A
0 TO RQUEF LITE-TR A NS MI SS I0NS 21-31

TORQUE
CONVERTER

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TO LUB.

PUMP I HALF THROTTLE

NN36A

Drive-Breakaway Hydraulic Circuits


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ruw SUCTION

COWVEllEl 30-15 p

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TO LUB. CONTROL SYSTEM IN

DRIVE (SECOND)
PUMP
HALF THROTTLE

NN37A

Drhro-Soeond Hydraulic Circuits


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KD n SERVO
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TORQUE
CONVERTER #- MANUAL VA.

OIL PRESSURES

LINE........... SI-90psi
PUMP SUCTION.. ..........

THROTTLE ......... 0.90 psi

GOVERNOR.. . . . . . . .6-90 psi


CONVERTEl. . . . . . . .30-75 psi

LUBRICAIION. . . . , 1 4 0 psi

CONTROL SYSTEM I N
PUMP
DRIVE (DIRECT)
1 1 1
OIL FILTER
1.1.1 rr.rr.1 NN38A

Drive-DirW Hydraulic Circuits


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TORQUE
CONVERTER

011 PRESSURES
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TO LUB. CONTROL SYSTEM IN

DRIVE (KICKDOWN)
PUMP
AT 50 M.P.H.

NN39A

Drive-Kickdown Hydraulic Circuits


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TORQUE
CONVERTER

011 PRESSURES

LlNf 15 psi
PUMP SUCTION

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GOVfllWOR 6-55 psi
COllVfRlfR 30-15 psi

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LUBRICATION 5-30 psi

CONTROL SYSTEM IN
TO LUB.
M A N U A L SECOND
PUMP

.-I-'- OIL FILTER


CLOSED THROTTLE

NN40A
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Selector Lever Second Hydraulic Circuits
011 PRESSURES

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CONTROL SYSTEM IN

MANUAL LOW
CLOSED THROTTLE

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Soiedor Lever Low Hydrouiic Cinuilr
0 TO R QUEFLITE-TR A NS MISS IO NS 2 1-37

TORQUE
C0NV ERTER

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OIL PRESSURES

LINE 230-260 psi


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PUMP SU(TI0N

(ONVERIER 30-15 psi

LUBRKATION 5

CONTROL SYSTEM IN
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REVERSE
PUMP 1 W
OIL FILTER
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Reverse Hydraulic Circuits


2 1-38 TRANS MI SS I0 NS-TO R Q U E FLITE 0

The kickdown valve makes possible a forced down- released. On the 2-3 upshift, the kickdown servo pis-
shift from direct to second-second to breakaway or ton is released by spring tension and hydraulic pres-
direct to breakaway (depending on vehicle speed) by sure.
depressing the accelerator pedal past the detent The accumulator controls the hydraulic pressure on
“feel” near wide open throttle. the apply side of the kickdown servo during the 1-2
6-Cylinder Vehicles: The throttle pressure plug at shift; thereby, cushioning the kickdown band applica-
the end of the 2-3 shift valve, provides a 3-2 down- tion at any throttle position.
shift with varying throttle openings depending upon
vehicle speed. Approximately 1/3 throttle at 10 to OPERATING INSTRUCTIO NS
20 mph, and 3/4 throttle at the upper limit speed
range-40 mph. The transmission will automatically upshift and
The shuttle valve has two separate functions and downshift at approximately the speeds shown in the
performs each independently of each other. The first “Shift Pattern Summary Chart.” All shift speeds
is that of providing fast release of the kickdown band, given in the “Chart” may vary somewhat due to pro-
and smooth front clutch engagement when the driver duction tolerances and rear axle ratios. This is not
makes a “lift-foot” upshift from second to direct. The too important; however, the quality of the shifts is
second function of the shuttle valve is to regulate the very important. All shifts should be smooth, re-
application of the kickdown servo and band when sponsive, and with no noticeable engine runaway.
making direct to second kickdowns.
Gearshift and Parking Lock Controls
Clutches, Band Servos and Accurndator The transmission is controlled by a “lever type”
The front and rear clutch pistons, and both servo gearshift incorporated within the steering column.
pistons are moved hydraulically to engage the The control has six selector lever positions: P (park),
clutches and apply the bands. The pistons are re- R (reverse), N (neutral), D (drive), 2 (second) and 1
leased by spring tension when hydraulic pressure is (low). Some vehicles are equipped with a “lever type”

SHIFT PATTERN S U M M A R Y CHART


(Six Cylinder Vehicles)
~~~

Vehicle Speed To Axle Ratios


Dart Coronet
Condition 2.76:1 2.93:l 2.93:l 3.23:l
Closed Throttle 1-2 Upshift .................... 7-13 7-12 7-12 6-11
Closed Throttle 2-3 Upshift .................... 12-17 11-16 11-16 10-15
Wide Open Throttle 1-2 Upshift .................... 29-47 27-38 28-39 25-35
Wide Open Throttle 2-3 Upshift .................. 68-81 59-70 60-72 55-65
3-2 Kickdown Limit ................................ 59-72 51-62 52-64 47-58
3-1 Kickdown Limit ................................ 21-26 20-24 20-25 18-22
Closed Throttle Downshift .......................... 5-12 5-11 511 5-10

SHIFT PATTERN S U M M A R Y CHART


(Eight Cylinder Vehicles)
Vehicle Speed To Axle Ratios
Dart Coronet Charger Hemi Eng.
Condition 2.93:l 3.23:l 2.94:l 3.23:l 2.94:l 3.23:l 3.23:l
Closed Throttle 1-2 Upshift ...... 7-12 6-11 7-12 6-11 7-12 6-11 8-14
Closed Throttle 2-3 Upshift ...... 11-16 10-15 12-17 11-15 12-17 11-15 13-19
Wide Open Throttle 1-2 Upshift ...... 28-45 30-44 28-46 26-42 2846 26-42 40-56
Wide Open Throttle 2-3 Upshift ...... 6577 62-72 67-79 61-72 67-79 61-72 77-90
3-2 Kickdown Limit .................. 57-69 55-65 58-70 53-64 58-70 53-64 68-82
3-1 Kickdown Limit .................. 20-25 18-22 21-25 19-23 21-25 19-23 23-28
Closed Throttle Downshift ............ 511 5-11 511 510 511 5-10 6-13
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console gearshift which has the same selector lever Mountain Driving
positions. The parking lock is applied by moving the When driving in the mountains with either heavy
selector lever past a gate to the P position. loads or when pulling trailers, the 2 (second) or 1
CAUTION: Never apply the parking lock until the (low) position should be selected on upgrades which
vehicle has stopped; otherwise, a severe ratcheting
require heavy throttle for 1/2 mile or more. Lower
noise will occur.
ratios reduce possibility of overheating the transmis-
sion and converter under these conditions. The 1
(low) position is for severe operation or to obtain
Starting the Engine better control.
The engine will start with the selector lever in
either the P (park) or N (neutral) positions. Towing Vehicle
(1) As a safety precaution when starting in the N Transmission Inoperative: Tow the vehicle with a
(neutral) position, apply the parking or foot brake. rear end pickup or remove the propeller shaft.
(2) Depress the accelerator pedal one-third of Transmission Operating Properly: The vehicle may
travel to insure proper choke operation. be towed safely in N (neutral) with rear wheels on the
ground at a speed not to exceed 30 mph. If the vehicle
(3) Turn the ignition key all the way to the right to
is to be towed for extended distances, it should be
START position. When the engine starts, release the done with a rear end pickup or the propeller shaft
key and it will return to the ON position.
removed. Because the transmission receives lubrica-
NOTE: The TorqueFlite transmission used on 1967 tion only when the engine is running, it is good prac-
model vehicles will not permit starting the engine by tice to always tow a disabled vehicle with a rear end
pushing or towing. pickup or remove the propeller shaft.

SERVICE DIAGNOSIS
The transmission should not be removed nor disassembled until a careful diagnosis is made, the definite
cause determined and all possible external corrections performed. In diagnosing any abnormal s h i f t condi-
tion, always make the hydraulic pressure tests before disassembly or replacement of parts.
Condition Possible Cause Correction
HARSH ENGAGEMENT (a) Engine idle speed too high. (a) Adjust engine idle speed to 500 rpm.
IN D, 1, 2 AND R Readjust throttle linkage.
Hydraulic pressures too high or low. (b) Inspect fluid level, then perform hy-
draulic pressure tests and adjust to
specifications.
Low-reverse band out of adjustment. (c) Adjust low-reverse band.
Valve body malfunction or leakage. (d) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
Accumulator sticking, broken rings or (e) Inspect accumulator for sticking, bro-
spring. ken rings or spring. Repair as re-
qui red.
Low-reverse servo, band or linkage (f) Inspect servo for damaged seals,
malfunction. binding linkage or faulty band lining.
Repair as required.
Worn or faulty front and/or rear (g) Disassemble and inspect clutch. Re-
clutch. pair or replace as required.
DELAYED ENGAGEMENT (a) Low fluid level. (a1 Refill to correct level with Automatic
IN D, 1, 2 AND R Transmission Fluid, AQ-ATF, Suffix A.
(b) Incorrect gearshift control linkage (b) Adjust control linkage.
adjustment.
(C) Oil filter clogged. (C) Replace oil filter.
(d) Hydraulic pressures too high or low. (d) Perform hydraulic pressure tests and
adjust to specifications.
(e) Valve body malfunction or leakage. (e) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
(f) Accumulator sticking, broken rings or (f) Inspect accumulator for sticking, bro-
spring. ken rings or spring. Repair as re-
qu ired.
Clutches or servos sticking or not (g) Remove valve body assembly and per-
operating. form air pressure tests. Repair a s re-
quired.
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Condition Possible Cause Correction

(h) Faulty oil pump. (h) Perform hydraulic pressure tests. Ad-
just or repair as required.
(i) Worn or faulty front and/or rear (i) Disassemble and inspect clutch. Re-
clutch. pair or replace as required.
(j) Worn or broken input shaft and/or (j) Inspect and replace seal rings as
reaction shaft support seal rings. required, also inspect respective
bores for wear. Replace parts as re-
qui red.
(k) Aerated fluid. (k) Inspect for air leakage into pump SUC-
tion passages.

RUNAWAY OR HARSH (a) Low fluid level. la) Refill to correct level with Automatic
UPSHIFT AND 3-2 Transmission Fluid, AQ-ATF, Suffix A.
KICKDOWN (b) Incorrect throttle linkage adjustment. (b) Adjust throttle linkage.
(c) Hydraulic pressures too high or low. (c) Perform hydraulic pressure tests and
adjust to specifications.
(d) Kickdown band out of adjustment. (d) Adjust kickdown band.
(e) Valve body malfunction or leakage. (e) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
(f) Governor malfunction. (f) Inspect governor and repair as re-
q uired.
(g! Accumulator sticking, broken rings or (g) Inspect accumulator for sticking, bro-
spring. ken rings or spring. Repair as re-
quired.
(h) Clutches or servos sticking or not (h) Remove valve body assembly and per-
operating. form air pressure tests. Repair as re-
quired.
(i) Kickdown servo, band or linkage (i) Inspect servo for sticking, broken seal
malfunctions. rings, binding linkage or faulty band
lining. Repair as required.
(j) Worn or faulty front clutch. (j) Disassemble and inspect clutch. Re-
pair as required.
(k) Worn or broken input shaft and/or (k) Inspect and replace seal rings as re-
reaction shaft support seal rings. quired, also inspect respective bores
for wear. Replace parts as required.

NO UPSHIFT (a) Low fluid level. (a) Refill to correct level with Automatic
Transmission Fluid AQ-ATF, Suffix A.
(b) Incorrect throttle linkage adjustment. (b) Adjust throttle linkage.
(c) Kickdown band out of adjustment. (c) Adjust kickdown band.
(d) Hydraulic pressures too high or low. (d) Perform hydraulic pressure tests and
adjust to specifications.
(e) Governor sticking. (e) Remove and clean governor. Replace
parts if necessary.
(f) Valve body malfunction or leakage. (f) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
(g) Accumulator sticking, broken rings or (g) inspect accumulator for sticking, bro-
spring. ken rings or spring. Repair as re-
qui red.
(h) Clutches or servos sticking or not (h) Remove valve body assembly and per-
operating. form air pressure tests. Repair as re-
qui red.
(i) Faulty oil pump. (i) Perform hydraulic pressure tests, ad-
just or repair as required.
(j) Kickdown servo, band or linkage mal- (j) Inspect servo for sticking, broken seal
function. rings, binding linkage or faulty band
lining. Repair as required.
(k) Worn or faulty front clutch. (k) Disassemble and inspect clutch. Re-
pair or replace as required.
(I) Worn or broken input shaft andlor (1) Inspect and replace seal rings as re-
reaction shaft support seal rings. quired, also inspect respective bores
for wear. Replace parts as required.
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Condition Possible Cause Correction
Incorrect throttle linkage adjustment. (a) Adjust throttle linkage.
Incorrect gearshift control linkage ad- (b) Adjust control linkage.
justment.
Kickdown band out of adjustment. (c) Adjust kickdown band.
Hydraulic pressures too high or low. (d) Peform hydraulic pressure tests and
adjust to specifications.
Governor sticking. (e) Remove and clean governor. Replace
parts if necessary.
Valve body malfunction or leakage. (f) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
Accumulator sticking, broken rings or (g) Inspect accumulator for sticking, bro-
spring. ken rings or spring. Repair as re-
quired.
Clutches or servos sticking or not (h) Remove valve body assembly and per-
operati ng. form air pressure tests. Repair as re-
qui red.
Kickdown servo, band or linkage (i) Inspect servo for sticking, broken seal
ma If unction. rings, binding linkage or faulty band
lining. Repair as required.
Overrunning clutch not holding. (j) Disassemble transmission and repair
overrunning clutch as required.

SHIFTS ERRATIC Low fluid level. (a) Refill to correct level with Automatic
Transmission Fluid, AQ-ATF, Suffix A.
Aerated fluid. (b) Inspect for air leakage into pump SUC-
tion passages.
Incorrect throttle linkage adjustment. (c) Adjust throttle linkage.
Incorrect gearshift control linkage (d) Adjust control linkage.
adjustment.
Hydraulic pressures too high or low. (e) Perform hydraulic pressure tests and
adjust to specifications.
Governor sticking. (f) Remove and clean governor. Replace
parts if necessary.
Oil filter clogged. (g) Replace oil filter.
Valve body malfunction or leakage. (h) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
Clutches or servos sticking or not (i) Remove valve body assembly and per-
operating.- form air pressure tests. Repair as re-
quired.
Faulty oil pump. (j) Perform hydraulic pressure tests, ad-
just or repair as required.
Worn or broken input shaft and/or (k) Inspect and replace seal rings as re-
reaction shaft support seal rings. quired, also inspect respective bores
for wear. Replace parts as required.

SLIPS IN FORWARD (a1 Low fluid level. (a) Refill to correct level with Automatic
DRIVE POSITIONS Transmission Fluid. AQ-ATF. Suffix A.
(b) Aerated fluid. (b) Inspect for air leakage into’oil pump
suction passages.
(c) Incorrect throttle linkage adjustment. (c) Adjust throttle linkage.
(d) Incorrect gearshift control linkage ad- (d) Adjust control linkage.
justment.
(e) Hydraulic pressures too low. (e) Perform hydraulic pressure tests and
adjust to specifications.
(f) Valve body malfunction or leakage. (f) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
(g) Accumulator sticking, broken rings or (g) Inspect accumulator for sticking,
spring. broken rings or spring. Repair as re-
qui red.
(h) Clutches or servos sticking or not (h) Remove valve body assembly and per-
operating. form air pressure tests. Repair as re-
qui red.
(i) Worn or faulty front and/or rear (i) Disassemble and inspect clutch. Re-
clutch. pair or replace as required.
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Condition Possible Cause Correction


(j) Overrunning clutch not holding. (j) Disassemble transmission and repair
overrunning clutch as required.
(k) Worn or broken input shaft and/or re- (k) Inspect and replace seal rings as re-
action shaft support seal rings. quired, also inspect respective bores
for wear. Replace parts as required.
SLIPS IN REVERSE ONLY (a) Low fluid level. (a) Refill to correct level with Automatic
Transmission Fluid, AQ-ATF, Suffix A.
(b) Aerated fluid. (b) Inspect for air leakage into pump suc-
tion passages.
(c) Incorrect gearshift control linkage (c) Adjust control linkage.
adj ustment.
(d) Hydraulic pressures too high or low. (d) Perform nydraulic pressure tests and
adjust to specifications.
(e) Low-reverse band out of adjustment. (e) Adjust low-reverse band.
(f) Valve body malfunction or leakage, (f) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
(g) Front clutch or rear servo, sticking or (g) Remove valve body assembly and per-
not operating. form air pressure tests. Repair as re-
qui red.
(h) Low-reverse servo, band or linkage (h) Inspect servo for damaged seals,
ma If unction. binding linkage or faulty band lining.
Repair as required.
(i) Faulty oil pump. (i) Perform hydraulic pressure tests, ad-
just or repair as required.
SLIPS IN ALL POSITIONS (a) Low fluid level. (a) Refill to correct level with Automatic
Transmission Fluid AQ-ATF, Suffix A.
(b) Hydraulic pressures too low. (b) Perform hydraulic pressure tests and
adjust to specifications.
(c) Valve body malfunction or leakage. (c) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
(d) Faulty oil pump. (d) Perform hydraulic pressure tests, ad-
just or repair as required.
(e) Clutches or servos sticking or not (e) Remove valve body assembly and per-
operating. form air pressure tests. Repair as re-
qui red.
(f) Worn or broken input shaft and/or (f) Inspect and replace seal rings as re-
reaction shaft support seal rings. quired, also inspect respective bores
for wear. Replace parts as required.
NO DRIVE IN ANY (a) Low fluid level. (a) Refill to correct level with Automatic
POSITION Transmission Fluid, AQ-ATF, Suffix A.
(b) Hydraulic pressures too low. (b) Perform hydraulic pressure tests and
adjust to specifications.
(c) Oil filter clogged. (c) Replace oil filter.
(d) Valve body malfunction or leakage. (d) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
(e) Faulty oil pump. (e) Perform hydraulic pressure tests, ad-
just or repair as required.
(f) Clutches or servos sticking or not (f) Remove valve body assembly and per-
operati ng. form air pressure tests. Repair as re-
qui red.
NO DRIVE IN (a) Hydraulic pressures too low. (a) Perform hydraulic pressure tests and
FORWARD DRIVE adjust to specifications.
POSITIONS (b) Valve body malfunction or leakage. (b) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
(c) Accumulator sticking, broken rings (c) Inspect accumulator for sticking,
or spring. broken rings or spring. Repair as re-
quired.
(d) Clutches or servos, sticking or not (d) Remove valve body assembly and per-
operating. form air pressure tests. Repair as re-
qui red.
(e) Worn or faulty rear clutch. (e) Disassemble and inspect clutch. Re-
pair or replace as required.
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Condition Possible Cause Correction


(f) Overrunning clutch not holding. (f) Disassemble transmission and repair
overrunning clutch as required.
(g) Worn or broken input shaft and/or (g) Inspect and replace seal rings as re-
reaction shaft support seal rings. quired, also inspect respective bores
for wear. Replace parts as required.
NO DRIVE I N (a) Incorrect gearshift control linkage ad- (a) Adjust control linkage.
REVERSE justment.
(b) Hydraulic pressures too low. (b) Perform hydraulic pressure tests and
adjust to specifications.
(c) Low-reverse band out of adjustment. (c) Adjust low-reverse band.
(d) Valve body malfunction or leakage. (d) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
(e) Front clutch or rear servo, sticking or (e) Remove valve body assembly and per-
not operating. form air pressure tests. Repair as re-
quired.
(f) Low-reverse servo, band or linkage (f) Inspect servo for damaged seals,
ma If unction. binding linkage or faulty band lining.
Repair as required.
(g) Worn or faulty front clutch. (g) Disassemble and inspect clutch. Re-
pair or replace as required.
DRIVES IN NEUTRAL (a) Incorrect gearshift control linkage ad- (a) Adjust control linkage.
justment.
(b) Valve body malfunction or leakage. (b) Perform pressure tests to determine
cause and correct as required.
(c) Rear clutch inoperative. (c) Inspect clutch and repair as required.
DRAGS OR LOCKS (a) Kickdown band out of adjustment. (a) Adjust kickdown band.
(b) Low-reverse band out of adjustment. (b) Adjust low-reverse band.
(c) Kickdown and/or low-reverse servo, (c) Inspect servo for sticking, broken seal
band, linkage malfunction. rings, binding linkage or faulty band
lining. Repair as required.
(d) Front and/or rear clutch faulty. (d) Disassemble and inspect clutch. Re-
pair or replace as required.
(e) Planetary gear sets broken or seized. (e) Inspect condition of planetary gear
sets and replaced as required.
(f) Overrunning clutch worn, broken or (f) Inspect condition of overrunning
seized. clutch and replace parts as required.
GRATING, SCRAPING (a) Kickdown band out of adjustment. (a) Adjust kickdown band.
GROWLING NOISE (b) Low-reverse band out of adjustment. (b) Adjust low-reverse band.
(c) Output shaft bearing and/or bushing (c) Remove extension housing and re-
damaged. place bearing and /or bushing.
(d) Governor support binding or broken (d) Inspect condition of governor sup-
seal rings. port and repair as required.
(e) Oil pump scored or binding. (e) Inspect condition of pump and repair
as required.
(f) Front and/or rear clutch faulty. (f) Disassemble and inspect clutch. Re-
pair or replace as required.
(g) Planetary gear sets broken or seized. (g) Inspect condition of planetary gear
sets and replace as required.
(h) Overrunning clutch worn, broken or (h) Inspect condition of overrunning
seized. clutch and replace parts as required.
BUZZING NOISE (a) Low fluid level. (a) Refill to correct level with Automatic
Transmission Fluid, AQ-ATF, Suffix A.
(b) Pump sucking air. (b) Inspect pump for nicks or burrs on
mating surfaces, porous casting, and/
or excessive rotor clearance. Replace
the parts as required.
(c) Valve body malfunction. (c) Remove and recondition valve body
assembly.
(d) Overrunning clutch inner race dam- (d) Inspect and repair clutch as required.
aged.
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Condition Possible Cause Correction


HARD TO FILL, OIL (a) High fluid level. (a) Drain fluid to correct level.
FLOWS OUT FILLER (b) Breather clogged. (b) Inspect and clean breather vent open-
TUBE ing in pump housing.
(c) Oil filter clogged. (c) Replace oil filter.
(d) Aerated fluid. (d) Inspect for air leakage into oil pump
suction passages.
TRANSMISSI0 N (a) Low fluid level. (a) Refill to correct level with Automatic
OVERHEATS Transmission Fluid, AQ-ATF, Suffix A.
(b) Kickdown band adjustment too tight. (b) Adjust kickdown band.
(c) Low-reverse band adjustment too (c) Adjust low-reverse band.
tight.
(d) Faulty cooling system. (d) Inspect the transmission cooling
system, clean and repair as required.
(e) Cracked or restricted oil cooler line (e) Inspect, repair or replace as required.
or fitting.
(f) Faulty oil pump. (f) Inspect pump for incorrect clearance,
repair as required.
(g) Insufficient clutch plate clearance (gl Measure clutch plate clearance and
in front and/or rear clutches. correct with proper size snap ring.
STARTER WILL NOT (a) Incorrect gearshift control linkage (a) Adjust control linkage.
ENERGIZE IN NEUTRAL adjustment.
OR PARK (b) Faulty or incorrectly adjusted neutral (b) Test operation of switch with a test
starting switch. lamp. Adjust or replace as required.
(c) Broken lead to neutral switch. (c) Inspect lead and test with a test lamp.
Repair broken lead.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
SERVICE IN VEHICLE hole back to its original thread size.
The chart lists the threaded hole sizes which are
Various transmission components can be removed used in the aluminum case and valve body, and the
for repair without removing the transmission from necessary tools and inserts for the repair of damaged
the vehicle. The removal, reconditioning and installa- or worn threads. Heli-Coil tools and inserts are readily
tion procedures for these components are covered available from most automotive parts jobbers.
here, except the valve body reconditioning, which is NOTE: Some thread drag may occur in screwing a
described on Page 68. bolt into the inktalled Heli-Coil insert. Therefore, a
torque reading should be taken of the thread drag
ALUMINUM THREAD REPAIR with an inch-pound torque wrench and added to the
specified bolt torque, so that all bolts securing a par-
Damaged or worn threads in the aluminum trans- ticular part will be tightened to the same torque.
mission case and valve body can be repaired by the
use of Heli-Coils. Essentially, this repair consists of LUBR ICAT10N
drilling out the worn or damaged threads, tapping the
hole with a special Heli-Coil Tap, and installing a The transmission fluid and filter should provide
Heli-Coil insert into the tapped hole. This brings the satisfactory lubrication and protection to the auto-

HELl-COIL CHART
Heli-Coil Insert Drill Tap Inserting Extracting
~ ~

Thread Part Insert Part Part Part


Size No. length Size No. No. No.
1G24 11853 .285“ l3/64“ (.203”) 3 CPB 528-3N 1227-6
1/ 4-20 11854 31 8” 17/64” (.265”) 4 CPB 528-4N 1227-6
516 - 1 8 1185-5 15116” Q (32”) 5 CPB 528-5N 12276
3/8-16 1185-6 91 16” x (.397”) 6 CPB 5286N 1227-6
71 16-14 11857 21/32” 29/32”(.453”) 7 CPB 528-7N 1227-16
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matic transmission and no change is recommended in (4) If necessary, adjust the reverse band (Refer to
vehicles used in normal service. Regularly scheduled page 48).
fluid and filter changes, therefore will not be re- (5) Install a new filter on bottom of the valve body,
quired, except when the operation of the vehicle is and tighten retaining screws to 28 inch-pounds.
classified as severe. (6) Clean the oil pan, and reinstall using a new
If, for any reason, the factory fill fluid is replaced gasket. Tighten oil pan bolts to 150 inch-pounds.
with another fluid, the fluid must be changed every (7) A-904-G and A-904-LA: Pour five quarts of
three years or 36,000 miles in normal service. Automatic Transmission Fluid AQ-ATF Suffix “A”
Hemi Engine Vehicles: The factory fill fluid should through the filler tube.
be changed after the first 24,000 miles or 24 months, A-727-A and B: Pour eight quarts of Automatic
whichever occurs first, and periodically thereafter Transmission AQ-ATF’ Suffix “A” through the filler
every 12,000 miles or 12 months. The filter should tube.
be changed with each fluid change. If for any reason, (8) Start engine and allow to idle for at least two
the factory fill fluid is replaced with another fluid minutes. Then, with parking brake on, move selector
prior to the 24,000 mile or 24 month interval, the lever momentarily to each position, ending in the
fluid must be changed every 12,000 miles or 12 neutral position.
months. (9) Add sufficient fluid to bring level to the “ADD
ON E PINT” mark.
Fluid Level Recheck fluid level after transmission is at normal
Inspect fluid level every six months with engine operating temperature. The level should be between
and transmission at normal operating temperature. the ”Full” mark and ”ADD ONE PINT” mark (Fig.
Refer to “Lubrication and Maintenance,” Group 0. 4).
The transmission should not be idled in gear for
CAUTION: To prevent dirt from entering transmis-
long periods.
sion, make certain that dip stick cap is fully seated
onto the filler tube.
Trailer Towing Service and Hard Usage
If vehicle is used for trailer towing or is used in
hard or severe service, more frequent servicing is re- Periodic Adjustments
quired as outlined. The following adjustments should be performed at
Drain and refill transmission and replace filter 36,000 mile intervals or more frequent under ab-
initially at 36,000 miles or 3 years and every 12,000 normal operating conditions.
miles or 12 months thereafter. (1) Adjust the kickdown band (Refer to Page 48).
(2) Adjust gearshift linkage (Refer to Page 46 or
47).
brain and Refill (3) Adjust engine idle in neutral. Refer to “Fuel
(1) Raise vehicle on a hoist. Place a drain container
with a large opening, under transmission oil pan. System,” Group 14..
(4) Adjust transmission and carburetor throttle
(2) Loosen pan bolts at one corner, tap the pan to
break it loose allowing fluid to drain, then remove the linkage to obtain proper shift pattern (Refer to Page
oil pan. 48).
(3) Remove access plate from in front of converter,
remove drain plug allowing fluid to drain (Fig. 3).
Install and tighten converter drain plug to 14 foot-
pounds, and install the access plate.

Fig. 3-Converter Drain Plug Fig. 4-Dip Stick Markings


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STEERING COLUMN LEVER

CABLE END
SHIFT LEVER

BACK-UP LAMP SWlT

NN551
Fig. 5-Gecrrshift Linkage

GEARSHIFT LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT


Fig. 7-Console Gearshift Unit
(1) Place gearshift selector lever in PARK position
and loosen control rod swivel clamp screw a few turns screws from rear end of upper finish plate (Fig. 8).
(Fig. 5). Raise rear end of plate and work it rearward to dis-
(2) Move transmission control lever (Fig. 6), all the engage from console, disconnect dial lamp wire con-
way to rear (in park detent). nectors. On some models, remove console lid and/or
(3) With control lever on transmission in park center arm rest to gain access to the two upper finish
position detent and selector lever in PARK position, plate screws.
tighten swivel clamp screw securely. Dart Models: Remove two screws from front cor-
ners of console (Fig. 9). Raise console lid and remove
CONSOLE GEARSHIFT two screws from bottom of tray. Raise console

Removal
(1) Disconnect negative (ground) cable from the
battery.
(2) Remove gearshift knob set screw with an allen
wrench (Fig. 7). Unscrew button, spring and knob as-
sembly from cable end and remove from the lever.
(3) Coronet and Charger Models: Remove two , MOULDING
SCREWS (2)

NNWB

Fig. 8-Removing or Installing Console


Fig. 6-External Controls and Adjustments (Coronet and Charger Models)
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FRONT I
FINISH CONSOLE LID

n
SCREW AND WASHER (2)

Fig. II-Console Gearshift Linkage (Dart Models)


or center arm rest.
U
Dart Models: Lower console down over shift lever,
NN560
connect dial lamp and other electrical connections.
Fig. 9-Removing or Installing Console (Dart Models) Install and tighten console retaining screws.
(3) With gearshift lever in NEUTRAL, thread but-
enough to disconnect dial lamp and nther electrical ton, spring and knob assembly on the cable end
connections, then lift off console wsembly. until serrated surface on button is approximately 1/32
(4)Disconnect back-up lamp swiitrh wires (Fig. 7). inch above top of knob. Secure knob with set screw.
( 5 ) Disconnect upper rod from gearshift unit (Fig. (4)Connect battery ground cable.
10 or 11). Remove four gearshift te f ! n bracket
~ bolts
and remove unit. Linkage Adjustment
(1) Coronet and Charger Models: Place gearshift
installation selector lever in PARK position and loosen lower rod
(1) Install gearshift unit in its hracket, install and swivel clamp screw a few turns (Fig. 10).
tighten four retaining bolts secizrely (Fig. 10 or 11). Dart Models: With gearshift selector lever in
Attach upper rod to the unit 2nd connect back-up PARK position, loosen bolt in lower rod adjusting
lamp switch wires. lever (Fig. 11).
(2) Coronet and Charger Models: Connect dial (2) Move transmission control lever (Fig. 6), all the
lamp wires and install upper finish plate. Secure with way to rear ( in park detent).
the two screws. If removed, reinstall console lid and/ (3) With control lever on transmission in park posi-
tion detent, and selector level in PARK position,
tighten swivel clamp screw or adjusting lever bolt
securely.

NEUTRAL STARTING SWITCH


Adjustment and Test
The neutral starting switch (Fig. 12) should operate
in both the PARK and NEUTRAL selector lever
positions.
(1) To test switch, disconnect wire from the switch.
(2) Connect one lead of a test lamp to battery cur-
rent and other lead to the switch terminal. If test
lamp does not light, the switch may be faulty, out of
adjustment, or gearshift linkage may be improperly
adjusted.
Fig. IO-Console Gearshift Linkage (3) Unscrew switch from transmission case allow-
(Coronet and Charger Models) ing fluid to drain into a container. Move selector lever
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SEAL ASSEMBLY nut approximately five turns (Fig. 13). Test adjusting
screw for free turning in the lever.
(3)Using wrench, Tool C-3380with adapter C-3705,
tighten band adjusting screw 47 to 50 inch-pounds. If
adapter (2-3705is not used, tighten adjusting screw to
72 inch-pounds which is the true torque.
(4)A-904-G and A-904-LA: Back off adjusting
screw 3-1/4turns. Hold adjusting screw in this posi-
tion and tighten lock nut to 20 foot-pounds.
A-727-A and B: Back off adjusting screw 2 turns.
Hold adjusting screw in this position and tighten lock
nut to 35 foot-pounds.
(5)Reinstall oil pan using a new gasket. Tighten oil
pan bolts to 150 inch-pounds.
(6) Fill transmission with Automatic Transmission
SWITCH 64x4
Fluid AQ-ATF, Suffix “A.”
Fig. IP-Neutral Starting Switch
to PARK and then to NEUTRAL positions, and inspect THROTTLE LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT
to see that the switch opeating lever fingers are
centered in switch opening in the case. With engine at operating temperature and carbu-
(4) Screw switch into transmission case and tighten retor off fast idle cam, adjust idle speed of engine
to 25-35foot-pounds. Retest switch with the test lamp. using a tachometer. Refer to “Fuel System” Group 14,
(5)Add fluid to transmission to bring up to proper for idle speed Specifications.
level.
Test starter for operating in all relector lever posi- Automatic Transmission (Fig. 14)
tions. If it should operate in any position other than (Coronet and Charger with 3 18,383 or
park and neutral, readjust the gearshift linkage. Re- 440 Cu. In. Eng.)
fer to Page 46. In some cases, it may be necessary to (1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on
align the valve body neutral and/or park fingers with accelerator shaft (3)where it turns in bracket, pivot
the switch plunger. Refer to Page 61. points of both upper (6) and lower (7) linkage bell-
cranks, ball end and support (14) at rear end of
BAND ADJUSTMENTS throttle cable.
(2)Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block
Kickdown Band choke valve in full open position. Open throttle
The kickdown band adjusting screw is located on slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbu-
left side of the transmission case (Fig. 6).
(1) Loosen lock nut and back off approximately five
turns. Test adjusting screw for free turning in the
transmission case.
(2)Using wrench, Tool (2-3380with adapter C-3705,
tighten band adjusting screw 47 to 50 inch-pounds. If
adapter C-3705is not used, tighten adjusting screw to
72 inch-pounds which is the true torque.
(3)A-904-G and A-904-LA: Back off adjusting
screw 2 turns (225and 273 cu. in. engines), and 2-5/8
turns (170 cu. in. engine). Hold adjusting screw in this
position and tighten lock nut to 25 foot-pounds.
A-727-A and B: Back off adjusting screw 2 turns.
Hold adjusting screw in this position and tighten lock
nut to 29 foot-pounds.

Low and Reverse Band


(1) Raise vehicle, drain transmission fluid and re-
move the oil pan. Fig. 13-Bottom View of Transmission
(2)Loosen adjusting screw lock nut and back off (Pan Removed)
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Fig. 14-lhrottle Linkage Adjustment (Coronet and Charger with 3 18,383 or 440 Cu. In. Eng.)
retor to curb idle. returns to full forward position.
(3) Hold or wire transmission lever (11) firmly (9) Loosen cable clamp nut (4), adjust position of
forward against its stop, while performing adjust- cable housing ferrule (5) in the clamp so that all
ments in the next four steps. It is important that the slack is removed from cable with carburetor at curb
lever remains against the stop during these steps to idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (5)
insure a correct adjustment. in the clamp in direction away from carburetor lever.
(4) With a 3/16” diameter rod (9) placed in the (10) Back off ferrule (5) 1/4”. This provides 1/4”
holes provided in the upper bellcrank (6)-and lever, free play between front edge of accelerator shaft
adjust length of intermediate transmission rod (10) lever and the dash bracket. Tighten cable clamp nut
by means of threaded adjustment (2) at upper end. (4) to 45 inch-pounds.
The ball socket (2) must line up with the ball end (11) Connect choke (8) rod or remove blocking fix-
with a slight downward effort on rod. ture.
(5) Assemble ball socket (2) to ball end and re-
move 3/16” rod (9) from upper bellcrank and lever. Manual Transmission (Fig. 14)
(6) Disconnect return spring (13), then adjust (Coronet and Charger with 3 18,383 or 440
length of carburetor rod (12) by pushing rearward on Cu. In. Eng.)
rod with a slight effort and turning the threaded ad- (1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on
justment (1).The rear end of slot should contact car- accelerator shaft (3) where it turns in bracket, ball
buretor lever pin without exerting any forward force end and support (14) at rear end of throttle cable.
on pin when slotted adjuster link (1) is in its normal (2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block
operating position against lever pin nut. .choke valve in full open position. Open throttle
(7) Assemble slotted adjustment (1) to carburetor slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbu-
lever pin and install washer and retainer pin. As- retor to curb idle.
semble transmission linkage return spring (13) in (3) Loosen cable clamp nut (4), adjust position of
place. cable housing ferrule (5) in the clamp so that all slack
(8)Remove wire securing transmission lever, then is removed from cable with carburetor at curb idle.
check transmission linkage freedom of operation, To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (5) in the
move slotted adjuster link (1) to full rearward posi- clamp in direction away from carburetor lever.
tion, then allow it to return slowly, making sure it (4) Back off ferrule (5) 1/4”. This provides 1/4”
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Fig. 15-Throttle Linkage Adjustment (Coronet with 273 or 3 18 Cu. In. Eng.)

cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut (4)to 45 (5) Assemble ball socket (2)to ball end and remove
inch-pounds. 3/16" rod (9) from upper bellcrank and lever.
(5)Connect choke (8)rod or remove blocking fix- (6)Disconnect return spring (13), then adjust
ture. length of carburetor rod (12)by pushing rearward on
rod with a slight effort and turning the threaded ad-
Automatic Transmission (Fig. 15) justment (1).The rear end of slot should contact car-
(Coronet with 273 or 3 18 Cu. In. Eng.) buretor lever pin without exerting any forward force
(1)Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on on pin when slotted adjuster link (1)is in its normal
accelerator shaft (3)where it turns in bracket, pivot operating position against lever pin nut.
points of both upper (6)and lower (7)linkage bell- (7) Assemble slotted adjustment (1)to carburetor
cranks, ball end and pocket (14)at rear end of throttle lever pin and install washer and retainer pin. As-
cable. semble transmission linkage return spring (13) in
(2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block place.
choke valve in full open position. Open throttle slight- (8)Remove wire securing transmission lever, then
ly to release fast idle cam, then return carburetor to check transmission linkage freedom of operation,
curb idle. move slotted adjuster link (1)to the full rearward
(3) Hold or wire transmission lever (11) firmly position, then allow it to return slowly, making sure
forward against its stop while performing adiust- it returns to the full forward position.
ments in the next four steps. It is important that thg (9) Loosen cable clamp nut (4), adjust the position
lever remains firmly against the stop during these of the cable housing ferrule (5)in the clamp so that
steps to insure a correct adjustment. all slack is removed from the cable with the carbure-
(4) With a 3/16" diameter rod (9)placed in the tor at curb idle. To remove slack from the cable, move
holes provided in upper bellcrank and lever, adjust the ferrule (5) in the clamp in direction away from
length of intermediate transmission rod (10) by the carburetor lever.
means of the threaded adjustment at upper end. The (10)Back off ferrule (5) 1/4". This provides 1/4"
ball socket (2)must line up with the ball end with a free play between the front edge of the accelerator
slight downward effort on rod. shaft lever and the dash bracket. Tighten cable clamp
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nut (4)to 45 inch-pounds. rattle spring (5) where it contacts shaft (4), pivot
(11)Connect choke (8)rod or remove blocking fix- points of both upper (6)and lower (7)linkage bell-
ture. cranks, ball end and pocket (15) at rear end of
throttle cable.
Manual Transmission (Fig. 15) (2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block
(Coronet with 273 or 3 18 Cu. In. Eng.) choke valve in full open position. Open throttle
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbu-
accelerator shaft (3)where it turns in bracket, ball retor to curb idle.
end and support (14)at rear end of throttle cable. (3) Hold or wire transmission lever (11) firmly for-
(2)Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block ward against its stop while performing adjustments
choke valve in full open position. Open throttle slight- in the next four steps. It is important that the lever
ly to release fast idle cam, then return carburetor to remains firmly against the stop during these steps to
curb idle. insure a correct adjustment.
(3)Loosen cable clamp nut (4),adjust position of (4) With a 3/16 inch diameter rod (9) placed in the
cable housing ferrule (5)in the clamp so that all slack holes provided in upper bellcrank (6)and lever, ad-
is removed from cable with carburetor at curb idle. just length of intermediate transmission rod (10) by
To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (5)in the means of threaded adjustment at upper end. The ball
clamp in direction away from carburetor lever. socket (2)must line up with the ball end with a slight
(4)Back off ferrule (5) 1/4”. This provides 1/4” downward effort on rod.
cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut (4)to 45 (5)Assemble ball socket (2)to ball end and remove
inch-pounds. the 3/16 inch rod (9)from upper bellcrank and lever.
(5) Connect choke (8)rod or remove blocking fix- (6)Adjust length of carburetor rod (12)by push-
ture. ing rearward on rod with a slight effort and turning
threaded adjustment (1)so that ball socket lines up
Automatic Transmission (Fig. 16) with ball end on carburetor lever.
(Dart with 273 Cu. In. Eng.) (7) Assemble ball socket (1)to ball end, then re-
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on move wire securing transmission lever.
accelerator shaft (3)where it turns in bracket, anti- (8) Loosen cable clamp nut (13),adjust position of

Fig. 16-Throttle Linkage Adjustment (Dart with 273 Cu. In. Eng.)
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cable housing ferrule (14) in the clamp so that all inch cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut to
slack is removed from the cable with carburetor at 45 inch-pounds.
curb idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (5) Connect choke rod (8) or remove blocking fix-
(14) in the clamp in direction away from carburetor ture.
lever.
(9) Back off ferrule (14) 1/4 inch. This provides 1/4 Automatic Transmission (Fig. 17)
inch free play between front edge of accelerator (Dart with 170 or 225 Cu. In. Eng.)
shaft lever and the dash bracket. Tighten cable clamp (1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on
nut to 45 inch-pounds. accelerator shaft (1) where it turns in bracket, anti-
(10) Connect choke rod (8) or remove blocking rattle spring (2) where it contacts shaft, bellcrank
fixture. pivot pin (8), ball end and pocket (11) at rear end of
throttle cable.
Manual Transmission (Fig. 16) (2) Disconnect choke (4) at carburetor or block
(Dart with 273 Cu. In. Eng.) choke valve in full open position. Open throttle
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbu-
accelerator shaft (3) where it turns in bracket, anti- retor to curb idle.
rattle spring (5) where it contacts shaft (4), ball (3) Hold or wire transmission lever (9) firmly for-
end and pocket (15) at rear end of throttle cable. ward against its stop while performing the next two
(2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block steps. It is important that the lever remains firmly
choke valve in full open position. Open throttle against the stop during these steps to insure a correct
slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbu- ad iustment.
retor to curb idle. (4) Adjust length of transmission rod (10) by push-
(3) Loosen cable clamp nut (13), adjust position of ing rearward on rod with a slight effort and turning
cable housing ferrule (14) in the clamp so that all threaded adjustment (7). The ball socket (7) must be
slack is removed from cable with carburetor at curb at the same height and line up directly with the ball
idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (14) end.
in the clamp in direction away from carburetor lever. (5) Assemble ball socket (7) to ball end, then remove
(4) Back off ferrule (14) 1/4 inch to provide 1/4 wire securing transmission lever.

Fig. 17-Throttle Linkage Adjustment (Dart with 170 or 225 Cu. In. Eng.)
0 TOR QUE FLITE-TR A NS MISS IO NS 2 1-53
(6) When carburetor throttle is opened, the trans- slack is removed from cable with carburetor at curb
mission lever (9) should begin its travel at the same idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (6)
time with no vertical movement of lever or vertical in the clamp in direction away from carburetor lever.
movement of rod (10)in the lever. (4)Back off ferrule (6) 1/4 inch to provide 1/4
(7) Loosen cable clamp nut (5),adjust position of inch cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut to
cable housing ferrule (6) in the clamp so that all 45 inch-pounds.
slack is removed from the cable with carburetor at (5) Connect choke rod (4) or remove blocking
curb idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule fixture.
(6) in the clamp in direction away from carburetor
lever.
(8) Back off ferrule (6) 1/4 inch. This provides 1/4 Automatic Tranmission (Fig. 18)
inch free play between dash mounted accelerator (Coronet with 225 Cu. /n. Eng.)
(1)Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on
lever and the bracket. Tighten cable clamp nut to 45 accelerator shaft (3) where it turns in bracket, bell-
inch-pounds.
crank pivot pin (7), ball end and support (10)at rear
(9) Connect choke rod (4)or remove blocking fix- end of throttle cable.
ture. (2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block
choke valve in full open position. Open throttle slight-
Manual Transmission (Fig. 17) ly to release fast idle cam, then return carburetor to
(Dart with 170 or 225 Cu. In. Eng.) curb idle.
(1)Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on (3) Hold or wire transmission lever (9) firmly for-
accelerator shaft (1)where it turns in bracket, anti- ward against its stop while performing adjustments in
rattle spring (2) where it contacts shaft, ball end and the next two steps. It is important that the lever re;
pocket (11)at rear end of throttle cable. mains against the stop during these steps to insure a
(2) Disconnect choke (4) at carburetor or block correct adjustment.
choke valve in full open position. Open throttle (4) Adjust the length of transmission rod (6) by
slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbu- pushing rearward on rod with a slight effort and turn-
retor to curb idle. ing the threaded adjustment (1).The rear end of slot
(3) Loosen cable clamp nut (5), adjust position of should contact carburetor lever pin without exerting
cable housing ferrule (6) in the clamp so that all any forward force on pin when slotted adjuster link

Fig. I8-Throttle Linkage Adjustment (Coronet with 225 Cu. In. Eng.)
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(1) is in its normal operating position against lever choke valve in full open position. Open throttle
pin nut. slightly to release fast idle cam, then return carbu-
(5) Assemble slotted adjuster link (1) to carburetor retor to curb idle.
lever pin and install washer and retainer pin. As- (3) Loosen cable clamp nut (4), adjust position of
semble transmission linkage return spring (2) in cable housing ferrule (5) in the clamp so that all
place. slack is removed from cable with carburetor at curb
(6) Remove wire securing transmission lever, then idle. To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (5)
check transmission linkage freedom of operation, in the clamp in direction away from carburetor lever.
move slotted adjuster link (1) to full rearward posi- (4) Back off ferrule (5) 1/4”. This provides 1/4”
tion, then allow it to return slowly, making sure it cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut (4) to 45
returns to full forward position. inch-pounds.
(7) Loosen cable clamp nut (4), adjust position of (5) Connect choke (8) rod or remove blocking fix-
cable housing ferrule (5) in the clamp so that all slack ture.
is removed from cable with carburetor at curb idle.
To remove slack from cable, move ferrule (5) in Automatic Transmission (Fig. 19)
the clamp in direction away from carburetor lever. (With Hemi Engine)
(8) Back off ferrule (5) 1/4”. This provides 1/4” (1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on
cable slack at idle. Tighten cable clamp nut (4) to accelerator shaft (19) where it turns in bracket and
45 inch-pounds. roller, pivot points at both upper (6) and lower (7)
(9) Connect choke rod (8) or remove blocking fix- linkage bellcranks, ball end and support (21) at rear
ture. end of throttle cable.
(2) Block choke valve in full open position. Open
Manual Transmission (Fig. 18) throttle slightly to release fast idle cam, then return
(Coronet with 225 Cu. In. Eng.) carburetor to cuib idle.
(1) Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on (3) Hold or wire transmission lever (10) firmly
accelerator shaft (3) where it turns in bracket, ball forward against its stop, while performing adiust-
end and support (10) at rear end of throttle cable. ments in the next four steps. It is important that the
(2) Disconnect choke (8) at carburetor or block lever remains against the stop during these steps to

NN974A

Fig. 19-Throttle Linkage Adjustment (With Hemi Engine)


0 TO R QU EFLITE TR A NS MISS I0 NS 2 1-55
insure a correct adjustment. carburetor to curb idle.
(4) With a 3/16” diameter rod (8) placed in the (3) Loosen cable clamp nut (12), adjust position of
holes provided in upper bellcrank and lever (15), ad- cable housing ferrule (13) in the clamp (14) so that
just length of intermediate transmission rod (9) by all slack is removed from cable with rear carburetor
means of threaded adjustment at upper end. (The at curb idle. To remove slack from cable, move fer-
ball socket must line up with the ball end with the rule (13) in the clamp (14) in direction away from car-
rod held upward against the transmission stop (10). buretor lever.
(5). Assemble ball socket to ball end and remove (4) Back off ferrule (13) 1/4”. This provides 1/4”
3/16” rod (8) from upper bellcrank and lever (15). free play between front edge of accelerator shaft
(6) Disconnect return spring (ll),adjust length of lever and dash bracket. Tighten clamp (14) to 45
rod (20) by pushing rearward on rod with a slight inch-pounds.
effort and turning threaded adjuster link (2). The (5) Attach carburetor rod (4) assembly between
rear end of slot should contact carburetor lever stud the carburetors with slotted rod end (16) attached
without exerting any forward force on the stud when to outboard side of inboard lever on rear car-
slotted adjuster link is in its normal operating buretor. With rear carburetor at wide open throttle,
position. adjust length of connector rod (4) so that front car-
(7) Assemble slotted adjuster link (2) to carburetor buretor is also at wide open throttle. To lengthen
lever stud and install washer and retainer pin. As- this rod (4), turn adjusting stud (17) clockwise as
semble transmission linkage return spring (11) in viewed from front of engine. Tighten lock nut (18).
place. (6) Remove choke valve blocking fixture.
(8) Remove wire securing transmission lever, then
check transmission linkage freedom of operation, HYDRAULIC CONTROL PRESSURE TESTS
move slotted adjuster link (2) to full rearward posi-
tion, then allow it to return slowly, making sure it line Pressure an$ Front Servo
returns to the full forward position against the stud. Release Pressure
(9) Loosen cable clamp nut (12), adjust position of Line pressure and front servo release pressure tests
cable housing ferrule (13) in the clamp (14) so that must be made in D (drive) position with rear wheels
all slack is removed from cable with rear carburetor free to turn. The transmission fluid must be at operat-
at curb idle. (To remove slack from cable, move fer- ing temperature (150 to 200°F).
rule (13) in clamp (14) in direction away from car- (1) Install an engine tachometer, raise vehicle on a
buretor lever.) hoist and position tachometer so it can be read under
(10) Back off ferrule (13) 1/4“. This provides 1/4” the vehicle.
free play between front edge of accelerator shaft (2) Connect two 0-100 psi pressure gauges, Tool C-
lever and dash bracket. Tighten clamp (14) to 45 3292 tp pressure take-off-points at side of accumu-
inch-pounds. lator and at front servo release (Fig. 20).
(11) Route cable so it does not interfere with car- (3) With control in D (drive) position, speed up en-
buretor rod (20) or upper bellcrank (15) throughout gine slightly until transmission shifts into direct.
full throttle linkage travel. (Front servo release will be pressurized in direct.) Re-
(12) Attach carburetor rod assembly (4) between duce engine speed slowly to 1,000 rpm. Line pressure
the carburetors with slotted rod end (16) attached
to outboard side of inboard lever on rear carburetor.
With rear carburetor at wide open throttle, adjust
length of connector rod (4) so that front carburetor
is also at wide open throttle. To lengthen this rod
(4),turn adjusting stud (17) clockwise as viewed from
front of engine. Tighten the lock nut (18).
(13) Remove choke valve blocking fixture.

Manual Transmission (Fig. 19)


(With Hemi Engine)
(1)Apply a thin film of multi-purpose grease on
accelerator shaft (19) where it turns in bracket and
roller, ball end and support (21) at rear end of throttle
cable.
(2) Block choke valve in full open position. Open
throttle slightly to release fast idle cam, then return Fig. 20 P r e s s u r e Test Locations ( R i g h t S i d e of Case)
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at this time (1,000 rpm) must be 5460 psi, and front apply pressure should be 240-280 psi.
servo release pressure must not be more than 3 psi
below the line pressure. Governor Pressure
(4) Disconnect throttle linkage from transmission (1) Connect a 0-100 psi pressure gauge, Tool C-3292
throttle lever and move throttle lever gradually to the to governor pressure take-off point, located at lower
full throttle position. Line pressure must rise to a left side of extension near the mounting flange (Fig.
maximum of 90-96 psi just before or at kickdown into 21).
low gear. Front servo release pressure must follow (2) Governor pressures should fall within the limits
line pressure up to kickdown point and should not be given in the “Governor Pressure Chart.”
more than 3 psi below line pressure. If governor pressures are incorrect at the given
If pressure is not 54-60 psi at 1,000 rpm, adjust vehicle speeds, the governor valve and/or weights are
the pressure as outlined on Page 57. probably sticking. The governor pressure should re-
If front servo release pressures are less than pres- spond smoothly to changes in mph and should return
sures specified and line pressures are within limits, to 0 to 1-1/2 psi when vehicle is stopped. High pres-
there is excessive leakage in the front clutch and/or sure at stand still (above 2 psi) will prevent the
front servo circuits. Always inspect external transmis- transmission from downshifting.
sion throttle lever for looseness on the valva body
shaft when making the pressure tests. GOVERNOR PRESSURE CHART
(Six Cylinder Vehicles)
Lubrication Pressures
The lubrication pressure test should be made at
same time that line pressure and front servo release
VEHICLE SPEED TO AXLE RATIOS
Dart Coronet Pressure
pressure are tested. limits
(1) Install a “tee” fitting between cooler return line 2.76:l 2.93:l 2.93:l 3.23:l psi
fitting and fitting hole in transmission case at rear 17-20 16-19 17-19 15-17 15
left side of the transmission (Fig. 21). Connect a 0-100 44-52 36-44 37-45 33-41 50
psi pressure gauge, Tool C-3292 to the “tee” fitting. 70-77 61-67 62-69 56-62 75
(2) At 1,000 engine rpm, with throttle closed and
transmission in direct, lubrication pressure should be
5-15 psi. Lubrication pressure will be approximately GOVERNOR PRESSURE CHART
doubled as the throttle is opened to maximum line (Eight Cylinder Vehicles)
pressure.
VEHICLE SPEED TO AXLE RATIOS
Rear Servo Apply Pressure Dart Coronet Charger Pressure
(1) Connect a 0-300 psi pressure gauge, Tool (2-3293 limits
to apply pressure take-off point at rear servo (Fig. 21). 2.93:l 3.23:l 2.94:l 3.23:l 2.94:l 3.23:l psi
(2) With transmission control in R (reverse) posi-
17-19 15-17 17-19 15-18 17-19 1518 15
tion and engine speed set at 1600 rpm, reverse servo 42-50 43-49 43-51 39-46 43-51 39-46 50
67-74 64-67 69-76 63-69 69-76 6369 75
VERNOR
ESSURE
GOVERNOR PRESSURE CHART
(Hemi Engine)
SERVO
APPLY
.... _ .
PRESSURE
I VEHICLE SPEED TO AXLE RATIOS
3.23:1 Pressure
limits mi
19-22 .................................. 15
54-61 .................................. 50
79-87 .................................. 75

Throttle Pressure
No provisions are made to test the throttle pres-
Fig. 2 I -Pressure Test Locations (Rear End of Case) sure. Incorrect throttle pressure should only be sus-
0 TO R QUEFLITE-TR A NS MISS I0 NS 2 1-57
pected if part throttle shift speeds are either very
delayed or occur too early in relation to vehicle
speeds. In which case, the throttle linkage should be
adjusted before throttle pressure setting is adjusted.

HYDRAULIC CONTROL PRESSURE


ADJUSTMENTS
Line Pressure
An incorrect throttle pressure setting will cause in-
correct line pressure readings even though line pres-
sure adjustment is correct. Always inspect and cor-
rect throttle pressure adjustment before adjusting the
line pressure. Before adjusting line pressure, meas-
ure distance between manual valve (valve in 1-low
position) and line pressure adjusting screw (Fig. 22). Fig. 23-Line Pressure Adjustment
This measurement must be 1-7/8 inches; correct by
to perform adjustment. (Refer to Page 61).
loosening spring retainer screws and repositioning
(2) Loosen throttle lever stop screw lock nut and
the spring retainer. The regulator valve may cock
back off approximately five turns (Fig. 24).
and hang up in its bore if spring retainer is out of
(3) Insert gauge pin of Tool C-3763 between the
position.
throttle lever cam and kickdown valve.
If line pressure is not correct, it will be necessary (4) By pushing in on tool, compress kickdown valve
to remove valve body assembly to perform the ad- against its spring so throttle valve is completely bot-
justment. Refer to Page 61. tomed inside the valve body.
The approximate adjustment is 1-5/16 inches, (5) As force is being exerted to compress spring,
measured from valve body to inner edge of adjusting tighten throttle lever stop screw finger tight against
nut (Fig. 23). However, due to manufacturing toler- throttle lever tang with throttle lever cam touching
ances, the adjustment can be varied to obtain speci- tool and the throttle valve bottomed. Be sure adjust-
fied line pressure. ment is made with spring fully compressed and valve
The adjusting screw may be turned with an Allen bottomed in the valve body.
wrench. One complete turn of adjusting screw (6) Remove tool and tighten stop screw lock nut
changes closed throttle line pressure approximately securely.
1-2/3 psi. Turning adjusting screw counter-clockwise
increases pressure, and clockwise decreases pressure.
AIR PRESSURE TESTS
T h r o t t l e Pressure A "NO DRIVE" condition might exist even with
Throttle pressures cannot be tested accurately; correct fluid pressure, because of inoperative clutches
therefore, the adjustment should be measured if a or bands. The inoperative units, clutches, bands and
malfunction is evident.
(1) Remove valve body assembly from transmission

LOCK

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Fig. 22-Measuring Spring Retainer Locations Fig. 24-Throttle Pressure Adjustment


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servos can be located through a series of tests by sub-


stituting air pressure for fluid pressure (Fig. 25). The
front and rear clutches, kickdown servo, and low-
reverse servo may be tested by applying air pressure
to their respective passages after the valve body as-
sembly has been removed. Refer to Page 61. To make

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air pressure tests, proceed as follows:
CAUTION: Compressed air supply must be free of all L- L
dirt or moisture. Use a pressure of 30 to 100 psi.

Front Clutch
Apply air pressure to front clutch “apply” passage
and listen for a dull “thud” which indicates that front
clutch is operating. Hold air pressure on for a few
seconds and inspect system for excessive oil leaks. I
’0 TORQUE
Rear Clutch
1

Apply air pressure to rear clutch “apply” passage


FROM TORQUE
and listen for a dull “thud” which indicates that rear CONVFRTFR
clutch is operating. Also inspect for excessive oil
leaks.
NOTE: If a dull “thud” cannot be heard in the clutch, I
place finger tips on clutch housing and again apply Fig. 25-Air Pressure Tests
air pressure. Movement of piston can be felt as the
clutch i s applied. If clutches and servos operate properly, no upshift
or erratic shift conditions indicate that malfunctions
Kickdown Servo exist in the valve body.
Direct air pressure into front servo “apply” pas-
sage. Operation of servo is indicated by a tightening Governor
of front band. Spring tension on servo piston should Governor operating failures can generally be diag-
release the band. nosed by a road test or hydraulic pressure test. Refer
to Page 55.
Low and Reverse Servo
Direct air pressure into rear servo “apply” passage. SPEEDOMETER PINION
Operation of servo is indicated by a tightening of rear
band. Spring tension on servo piston should release Removal and /nstallation
the band. Rear axle gear ratio and tire size determines pinion

TORQUEFLITE TRANSMISSIONS
OUTPUT SHAFT DRIVE G E A R S 1 3 TEETH
lire Axle Ratios
Size Number of Pinion Gear Teeth and Color
2.93:1
2.76:l 2.94:l 3.23:l 3.55:l
6.50-13 30-Yellow 32-B I ack 350range 39-Green
7.00-13 29-Black 31-Green 34-Gree n %-Blue
6.95-14 31-Green &Green 37-White
7.35-14 28-Blue 30-Ye I low 33-Ye1 low 36-Red
7.75-14 28-B Iue 29-Black 32-Black 35-Ora nge
8.25-14 27-White 29-Black 32-Black 35-Ora nge
8.5514 26-Red 28-B I ue 31-Green 34-Green
7.7515 27-Wh i te 29-Black 32-Black 35-Ora nge
8.15-15 27-White 28-B Iue 31-Green 34-Green
8.45-15 26-Red 28-BIue 31-Green 34-Green
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TOOL

mq A-6 O’CLOCK POSITION NN74A NN361

Fig. 26-Speedometer Pinion and Adapter-ylnstalled Fig. 29-Removing Extension Housing Yoke Seal
(Retainer Removed for View)
range numbers aligned with 6 o’clock position (Fig.
gear size requirements. Refer to “Speedometer Pinion 26).
Chart” for pinion usage. (6) Install retainer and bolt, with retainer tangs in
(1) Remove bolt and retainer securing speedometer adapter positioning slots. Tap adapter firmly into the
pinion adapter in the extension housing (Fig. 26). extension housing and tighten retainer bolt to 100
(2) With cable housing connected, carefully work inch-pounds.
adapter and pinion out of the extension housing.
(3) If transmission fluid is found in cable housing, EXTENSION HOUSING YOKE SEAL
replace seal in the adapter (Fig. 27). Start seal and
retainer ring in the adapter, then push them into
adapter with Tool C-4004 until tool bottoms (Fig. 28). Replacement
(1) Disconnect propeller shaft at rear universal
CAUTION: Before installing pinion and adapter as- joint. Carefully pull shaft yoke out of the transmis-
sembly make sure adapter flange and its mating sion extension housing.
area on extension housing are perfectly clean. Dirt CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch or nick ground
or sand will cause misalignment resulting in speed- surface on sliding spline yoke during removal and
ometer pinion gear noise. installation of the shaft assembly.
(4) Select pinion range numbers on outside of (2) Remove the extension housing yoke seal (Fig.
adapter to correspond with number of pinion teeth. 29) with Tool C-3994 or C-3985.
( 5 ) Install adapter in pinion housing with pinion (3) To install a new seal, position seal in opening of
extension housing and drive it into the housing with
,#22 ADA;PTER Tool C-3995 or C-3972 (Fig. 30).
(4) Carefully guide front universal joint yoke into
extension housing and on the mainshaft splines. Con-
nect propeller shaft to rear axle pinion shaft yoke.
BOLT AND
WASHER EXTENSION HOUSING AND BEARINGS
RETAINER
RING Removal
NN362 (1) Disconnect propeller shaft at rear universal
Fig. 27-Speedometer Drive joint. Carefully pull shaft assembly out of the exten-
sion housing.
ADAPTER LOCK RING (2) Remove speedometer pinion and adapter as-

I
TOOL
SEAL -
NN125
NP2
Fig. 28-Installing Speedometer Pinion Seal Fig. 30-Installing Extension Housing Yoke Seal
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sembly (Fig. 26). Drain approximately two quarts of BEARING SNAP RING FRONT SNAP
fluid from the transmission. GROOVE RING
(3) Remove bolts securing extension housing to the
crossmember. Raise transmission slightly with service
jack Tool C-3203A, then remove center crossmember
and support assembly.
(4) Remove extension housing to transmission
bolts.
Console Shift: Remove two bolts securing gearshift
torque shaft lower bracket to extension housing.
Swing bracket out of way for extension housing Fig. 32-Output Shaft Bearing
removal.
IMPORTANT: In removing or installing extension lnstallaf ion
housing (step 5), the gearshift lever must be in "L" (1) Place a new extension housing gasket on the
(low) position. This positions parking lock control rod transmission case. Position output shaft bearing re-
rearward so it can be disengaged or engaged with the taining snap ring in extension housing. Slide exten-
parking lock sprag. sion housing on output shaft guiding the parking lock
( 5 ) Remove two screws, plate and gasket from bot- control rod knob past the parking sprag. While
tom of extension housing mounting pad. Spread large spreading large snap ring in housing with Tool C-
snap ring from output shaft bearing with Tool C-3301 3301A (Fig. 31), carefully tap housing into place, then
(Fig.' 31). With snap ring spread as far as possible, release the snap ring. Make sure snap ring is fully
carefully tap extension housing off the output shaft seated in bearing outer race ring groove.
bearing. Carefully pull extension housing rearward, to (2) Install and tighten extension housing bolts to 24
remove parking lock control rod knob past the park- foot-pounds.
ing sprag, then remove the housing. (3) Install gasket, plate and two screws on bottom
of the extension housing mounting pad.
Bearing Replacement (4) Install center crossmember and rear mount as-
(1) Using heavy duty snap ring pliers C-4020, re- sembly, tighten retaining bolts to 75 foot-pounds.
move output shaft bearing rear snap ring and remove Lower transmission, install extension housing to sup-
bearing from the shaft (Fig. 32). port bolts and tighten to 35 foot-pounds.
(2) If removed, install snap ring in front groove Console Shift: Align gearshift torque shaft lower
on output shaft. Install a new bearing on shaft with bracket with the extension housing. Install the two
outer race ring groove toward front (Fig. 32), then retaining bolts and tighten securely.
install,rear snap ring. (5) Install the speedometer pinion and adapter.
(6) Carefully guide front universal joint yoke into
NOTE: To replace the extension housing bushing, re- extension housing and on the output shaft splines.
fer to Page 71.
Connect propeller shaft to rear axle pinion shaft yoke.
(7) Add fluid to transmission to bring up to proper
level.

GOVERNOR
Removal
(1) Remove extension housing and output shaft
bearing. Refer to Page 59.
(2) Carefully pry snap ring from weight end of
governor valve shaft (Fig. 33). Slide valve and shaft
assembly out of governor body.
(3) Remove large snap ring from weight end of
governor body, lift out governor weight assembly.
(4) Remove snap ring from inside governor weight,
remove inner weight and spring from the outer
weight. Figure 34 shows a disassembled view of the
governor assembly.
Fig. 3 I -Removing or Installing Extension Housing ( 5 ) Remove snap ring from behind governor body,
r
-TORQUEFLlTE-TRANSMISSIONS 21-61

SUPPORT support bolts to 100 inch-pounds. Bend ends of lock


NG GEAR straps over bolt heads.
(3)Assemble governor weights and spring, and
P RINGS
secure with snap ring inside of large governor weight.
I Place weight assembly in governor body and install
/SNAP RING snap ring.
(4) Place governor valve on the valve shaft, insert
assembly into the body and through governor weights.
Install valve shaft retaining snap ring. Inspect valve
and weight assembly for free movement after installa-
tion.
‘GOVERNOR BODY (5)Install output shaft bearing and extension hous-
ing, refer to Page 59. Connect the propeller shaft.
LTS (41
PARKING LOCK COMPONENTS
NN77 Removal
(1) Remove extension housing, refer to Page 59.
Fig. 33-Governor Shaft and Weight Snap Rings (2) To replace the governor support and parking
then slide governor and support assembly off the out- gear, refer to Page 72.
put shaft. If necessary remove the four bolts and (3) Slide shaft out of extension housing to remove
separate governor body from the support. the parking sprag and spring (Fig. 35). Remove snap
ring and slide the reaction plug and pin assembly
Cleaning and lnspection out of the housing.
The primary cause of governor operating failure is (4) To replace the parking lock control rod, refer to
due to a sticking governor valve or weights. Rough “Valve Body-Removal and Installation.”
surfaces may be removed with crocus cloth. Thor-
oughly clean all parts in clean solvent and inspect for lnstallation
free movement before assembly. (1) Position sprag and spring in the housing and
insert the shaft (Fig. 35). Make sure square lug on
lnstallation sprag is toward parking gear, and spring is positioned
(1) Assemble governor body to the support (if dis- so it moves sprag away from the gear.
assembled) and tighten bolts finger tight. Make sure (2) Install reaction plug and pin assembly in the
oil passage of governor body aligns with passage in housing and secure with snap ring.
the support. (3)Install extension housing and connect propeller
(2) Position support and governor assembly on the shaft.
output shaft. Align assembly so valve shaft hole in
governor body aligns with hole in the output shaft, VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY AND
then slide assembly into place. Install snap ring be- ACCUMULATOR PISTON
hind governor body (Fig. 33). Tighten the body to
Removal
SPRING (1) Raise vehicle on a hoist.

- II’
(TENSION

b
X’KAb
l -(A-727) 8-3/16”4- I
SNAP
RINGS

SPRING
I
INNER
WEIGHT
/
NB358 CONTROL ROD NN78A

Fig. 34-Governor Assembly Fig. 35-Parking lock Components


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(2) Loosen oil pan bolts, tap the pan to break it


loose allowing fluid to drain, then remove oil pan.
(3) Disconnect throttle and gearshift linkage from
levers on the transmission. Loosen clamp bolts and re-
move the levers (Fig. 6).
(4) Remove E-clip (Fig. 36), securing parking lock
rod to the valve body manual lever.
(5) Place a drain pan under transmission, then re-
move the ten hex-head valve body to transmission
case bolts. Hold valve body in position while removing
the bolts.
(6) While lowering valve body down out of trans-
mission case, disconnect parking lock rod from the
lever.
To remove parking lock rod, pull it forward out of
the case. If necessary, rotate propeller shaft to align Fig. 37-Installing Valve Body Manual Lever
Shaft Oil Seal
parking gear and sprag to permit knob on end of
control rod to pass the sprag. parking lock rod to manual lever and secure with
(7) Withdraw accumulator piston from the trans- E-clip. Position valve body in the case, install retain-
mission case. Inspect piston for scoring, and rings for ing bolts finger tight.
wear or breakage. Replace as required. (5) With neutral starting switch installed, place
(8) If valve body iiidiiual lever shaft seal requires manual lever in the neutral position. Shift valve body
replacement, drive it out of the case with a punch. if necessary to center neutral finger over the neutral
(9) Drive a new seal iiito the case with a 15/16 inch switch plunger. Snug bolts down evenly, then tighten
socket and hammer (Fig. 37). to 100 inch-pounds.
Servicing the valve body assembly is outlined on (6) Install gearshift lever and tighten clamp bolt.
Page 68. Check lever shaft for binding in the case by moving
lever through all detent positions. If binding exists,
installation loosen valve body bolts and re-align.
(1) If parking lock rod was removed, insert it (7) Make sure throttle shaft seal is in place, then
through opening in rear of case with knob positioned install flat washer, lever and tighten the clamp bolt.
against the plug and sprag. Move front end of rod Connect throttle and gearshift linkage and adjust as
toward center of transmission while exerting rear- required.
ward pressure on the rod to force it past the sprag. (8) Install oil pan, using a new gasket. Add trans-
(Rotate propeller shaft if necessary.) mission fluid to bring it up to proper level.
(2) Install accumulator piston in the transmission
case.
(3) Position accumulator spring on the valve body. SERVICE OUT OF VEHICLE
(4) Place valve body manual lever in LOW position.
Lift valve body into its approximate position, connect TRANSMISSION AND CONVERTER REMOVAL
The transmission and converter must be removed
as an assembly; otherwise, the converter drive plate,
pump bushing, and oil seal will be damaged. The
drive plate will not support a load; therefore, none of
the weight of the transmission should be allowed to
rest on the plate during removal.
(1) Connect a remote control starter switch, Tool
C-763 to starter solenoid and position switch so engine
can be rotated from under the vehicle.
(2) Disconnect high tension wire from the distribu-
tor cap.
(3) Remove cover plate from in front of converter
to provide access to the converter drain plug and
mounting bolts.
Fig. 36-Parking Lock Control Rod Retaining €-Clip (4) Rotate engine with remote control switch to
0 TORQUEFLITE-TRANSMISSIONS 21-63
bring the drain plug to “6 o’clock’’ position. Drain
torque converter and transmission.
(5) Mark converter and drive plate to aid in reas-
sembly. The crankshaft flange bolt circle, inner and
outer circle of holes in drive plate, and four tapped
holes in front face of converter all have one hole
offset so these parts will be installed in original posiz
tion. This maintains the balance of engine and con-
verter.
(6) Rotate engine with remote control switch to lo-
cate two converter to drive plate bolts at “5 and 7
o’clock” positions. Remove the two bolts, rotate en-
gine with switch and remove the other two bolts. Do
not rotate converter or drive plate by prying with a
screw driver or similar tool as the drive plate might
become distorted. Also, starter should never be en-
gaged if drive plate is not attached to converter with
at least one bolt or if transmission case to engine bolts
have been loosened.
(7) Disconnect negative (ground) cable from the Fig. 38-Engine Lifting Fixture (6 Cyl. Engine)
battery. mission and converter assembly.
(8) Remove the starting motor assembly.
(9) Disconnect wire from the neutral starting (21) To remove converter assembly, remove “C”
switch. clamp from edge of bell housing, then carefully slide
(10) Disconnect gearshift rod from the transmis- assembly out of the transmission.
sion lever. Remove the gearshift torque shaft from
transmission housing and left side rail. STARTER RING GEAR REPLACEMENT
Console Shift: Remove two bolts securing gearshift
torque shaft lower bracket to the extension housing. The starter ring gear is mounted directly on outer
Swing bracket out of way for transmission removal. diameter of the torque converter front cover. With
Disconnect gearshift rod from the transmission lever. torque converter removed from vehicle, replacement
(11) Disconnect throttle rod from throttle lever on of the gear is as follows:
the transmission.
(12) Disconnect oil cooler lines at transmission and Removal
remove oil filler tube. Disconnect the speedometer (1) Cut through weld material at rear side of ring
cable. gear with a hack saw or grinding wheel (Fig. 40). Be
(13) Disconnect propeller shaft at rear universal careful not to cut or grind into front cover stamping.
joint. Carefully pull shaft assembly out of the exten- (2) Scribe a heavy line on front cover next to front
sion housing. face of ring gear to aid in locating the new gear.
(14)Remove rear mount to extension housing bolts. (3) Support converter with the four lug faces rest-
(15) Install engine support fixture, Tool C-3487
(8 cyl. engine) or Tool C-3809 (6 cyl. engine) and raise
the engine slightly (Fig. 38 or 39).
(16) Remove crossmember attaching bolts and re-
move the crossmember.
(17) Place a transmission service jack under
transmission to support the assembly.
(18) Attach a small “C” clamp to edge of bell hous-
ing to hold converter in place during removal of the
transmission.
(19) Remove the bell housing retaining bolts. Care-
fully work transmission rearward off engine block
dowels and disengage converter hub from end of the
crankshaft.
(20) Lower transmission jack and remove trans- Fig. 39-Engine Lifting Fixture (8-Cyl. Engine)
21-64 TRANSMISSIONS-TO R QUEFLlTE 0
&-
cover, being careful to place, as nearly as possible,
same amount of weld material in exactly same loca-
tion as was used in original weld. This is necessary in
order to maintain proper balance of the unit. Place
welds alternately on opposite sides of converter to
BRASS DRIFT
minimize distortion.
(3) The following suggestions are offered as an aid
in making the weld:
a. Do not gas weld.
b. Use a D.C welder that is set at straight polarity
or an A.C welder if the proper electrode is available.
c. Use a 1/8 inch diameter welding rod, and a weld-
ing current of 80 to 125 amps.
WOOD d. Direct the arc at intersection of the gear and
BLOCKS
front cover from an angle of 45 degrees from rear
WEiDS face of the gear.
(4) N Y 1607
(4) Inspect gear teeth and remove all nicks where
metal is raised, weld metal splatter, etc., in order to
Fig. 40-Removing Starter Ring Gear ensure quiet starter operation.
ing on block of wood. The converter must not rest on
the front cover hub during this operation. Using a
TORQUE CONVERTER FLUSHING
blunt chisel or drift and hammer, tap downward on In the event that any part has failed in the trans-
ring gear near welded areas to break any remaining mission, the torque converter should be flushed to
weld material (Fig. 40). Tap around ring gear until it insure that fine metal particles are not later trans-
comes off the converter. ferred back into the reconditioned transmission.
(4)Smooth off weld areas on the cover with a file. The torque converter must be removed from v e
hicle for flushing, as the converter should never be
lnsfallation rotated by the starter with transmission removed.
Any of the following methods may be used to heat (1)Place torque converter in an upright position
and expand starter ring gear for installation on the and pour two quarts of new clean solvent or kerosene
converter: into converter through the impeller hub.
Oven: Place ring gear in Oven C-794 and set tem- (2) Turn and shake converter so as to swirl solvent
perature at 200 degrees F. Allow ring gear to remain through the internal parts. Turning turbine and
in oven for 15 to 20 minutes. stator with transmission input and reaction shafts will
Boiling Water: Place ring gear in a shallow con- aid in dislodging foreign material.
tainer, add water, and heat for approximately eight (3) Position converter in its normal operating posi-
minutes after water has come to a boil. tion with drain plug at the lowest point. Remove drain
Steam: Place ring gear on a flat surface and direct plug and drain the solvent. Rotate turbine and stator,
a steam flow around gear for approximately two and shake converter while draining to prevent dirt
minutes. particles from settling.
Flame: Place ring gear squarely on a flat surface. (4)Repeat flushing operation at least once, or as
Using a medium size tip, direct a slow flane evenly many times as required until solvent or kerosene
around inner rim of the gear. Do not apply flame to drained out is clear.
the gear teeth. Place a few drops of water on face of ( 5 ) After flushing, shake and rotate converter sev-
gear at intervals during heating process. When gear is eral times with drain plug out to remove any residual
hot enough to just boil the water, installation of gear solvent and dirt. Flush any remaining solvent from
ON the torque converter can be made.
converter with two quarts of new transmission fluid.
(1) After ring gear is expanded by heating, place This will prevent any adverse effect the solvent may
the gear in position on converter front cover. Tap have on the transmission seals. Reinstall drain plug
gear on the cover evenly with a plastic or rawhide and tighten to 14 foot-pounds.
mallet until face of gear is even with scribed line
(made during removal) on the front cover. Make sure PUMP OIL SEAL
gear is even with scribed line around full circum-
ference of the front cover. Replacement
(2) Reweld ring gear to torque converter front The pump oil seal can be replaced without remov-
n
v
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ing pump and reaction shaft support assembly from


the transmission case. The vent shield shown in (Figs.
41 and 42) is not used or required on the A-904-G and
A-904-LA pumps.
(1) A-904-G and A-904-LA: Screw seal remover Tool
C-3758 into seal (Fig. 41), then tighten screw portion
of tool to withdraw the seal.
A-727-A and B: Using Tool C-3861, remove seal in
the same manner.
(2) A-904-G and A-904-LA: To install a new seal,
place seal in opening of the pump housing (lip side
facing inward). Using Tool C-3757, drive seal into
housing until tool bottoms (Fig. 42).
A-727-A and B: Using Tool C-3860, install new seal
in the same manner.

DISASSEMB LY-SU B-ASS EM B LY REMOVAL


Prior to removing any transmission sub-assemblies,
plug all openings and thoroughly clean exterior of the Fig. 42-Installing Pump Oil Seal
unit, preferably by steam. Cleanliness through entire transmissions. The thrust washer i s located between
disassembly and assembly cannot be over-emphasized. input and output shafts on A-904-G and A-904-LA
When disassembling, each part should be washed in a transmissions.
suitable solvent, then dried by compressed air. Do not (1) Attach a dial indicator to transmission bell
wipe parts with shop towels. All mating surfaces in housing with its plunger seated against end of input
the transmission are accurately machined; therefore, shaft (Fig. 43). Chuck input shaft in and out to obtain
careful handling of parts must be exercised to avoid end play reading. End play specifications are: .022 to
nicks or burrs. .091 inch for A-904-G and A-904-LA transmissions,
and .036 to ,084 inch for A-727-A and B transmissions.
Drive Train End Play (2) Record indicator reading for reference when
Measuring drive train end play before disassembly reassembling the transmission.
will usually indicate when a thrust washer change is
required, (except when major parts are replaced). The Oil Pan
thrust washer i s located between reaction shaft rup- (1) A-904-G: Place transmission assembly in repair
port and front clutch retainer on A-727-A and B stand, Tool C-3750.
a" fRANSMlSSlON

Fig. 41-Removing Pump Oil Seal Fig. 43-Measuring Drive Train End Play
21-66 TRANS MISS IO NS-TO R QU EFLITE-

Fig. 46-Transmission Installed in Repair Stand


(1001 DD-1014)

Valve Body Assembly


ND174 ( 1 ) Loosen clamp bolts and remove throttle and
gearshift levers from the transmission.
Fig. 44-Transmission Installed in Repair Stand (2) Remove the ten hex-head valve body to trans-
mission bolts. Remove E-clip securing parking lock
A-904-LA, A-727-A and B: Use adapter C-3882,with rod to the valve body manual lever (Fig. 36).
repair stand to support these transmissions (Fig. 44). (3)While lifting valve body upward out of trans-
If repair stand DD-1014 is available, fabricate two mission case, disconnect parking lock rod from the
attaching brackets (Fig. 45) and install transmission in lever.
the stand (Fig. 46), file out the 7/16 inch holes if
necessary to obtain bracket alignment. This stand Accumulator Piston and Spring
provides easier disassembly and assembly as the (1) Lift spring off accumulator piston and withdraw
transmission can be rotated as desired. piston from the case.
(2) Unscrew oil pan bolts and remove oil pan and
gasket. I
Extension Housing
Before removing extension housing, pull parking
lock rod forward out of the case. Rotate propeller
shaft if necessary to align parking gear and sprag
to permit knob on end of control rod to pass the
2-314'' DRILL 7/16" HOLES sprag.
(1)Remove speedometer pinion and adapter assem-
bly.
(2) Remove extension housing to transmission
bolts.
(3)Remove two screws, plate and gasket from bot-
_--_- -__
fI
tom of extension housing mounting pad. Spread large
snap ring from output shaft bearing with .Tool C-
3301A (Fig. 31). With snap ring spread as far as pos-
LEFT SIDE BRACKET sible, carefully tap extension housing off the output
2-1/41'
I shaft and bearing.
(4)Using heavy duty snap ring pliers C-4020, re-
move output shaft bearing rear snap ring. Remove
bearing from shaft, then remove front snap ring.
I
NK 162
Governor and Support
Fig. 45-Repair Stand Bracket Dimensions (1) Carefully pry snap ring from weight end of
0 TORQUEFLITE-TRANSMISSIONS 21-67
governor valve shaft (Fig. 33). Slide valve and shaft CAUTION: Be very careful not to damage ground sur-
assembly out of the governor body. faces on output shaft during removal.
(2) Remove snap ring from behind governor body,
then slide governor body and support assembly off Rear Band and Low-Reverse Drum
the output shaft. (1) Remove low-reverse drum, then loosen rear
band adjuster, remover band strut and link, then re-
Oil Pump and Reaction Shaft Support move band from the case.
(1) Tighten front band adjusting screw until band
is tight on front clutch retainer. This prevents clutch Overrunning Clutch
retainer from coming out with pump which might (1) Note position of overrunning clutch rollers and
cause unnecessary damage to the clutches. spring before disassembly to assist in reassembly,
(2) Remove oil pump housing retaining bolts. (2) Carefully slide out clutch hub and remove
(3) Attach Tool C-3752 to pump housing flange, rollers and springs. If the overrunning clutch cam
(Fig. 47), in threaded holes in the flange. and/or roller spring retainer are found damaged or
(4) Bump outward evenly on the two “knocker worn, refer to Page 86 for replacement procedures.
weights” to withdraw pump and reaction shaft sup-
port assembly from the case.
Kickdown Servo
(1) Compress kickdown servo spring by using en-
Front Band and Front Clutch gine valve spring compressor, Tool C-3422, then re-
(1) Loosen front band adjuster, remove band strut move snap ring (Fig. 48).
and slide band out of the case. (2) Remove rod guide, springs and piston rod from
the case. Be careful not to damage piston rod or guide
lnput Shaft and Rear Clutch during removal.
(1) Grasp input shaft, and slide input shaft and (3) Insert Tool C-484 inside piston and withdraw
rear clutch assembly out of the case. piston from the transmission case.
CAUTION: Be careful not to lose thrust washer lo-
cated between rear end of input shaft and forward Low and Reverse Servo
end of the output shaft. (1) Compress low and reverse servo piston spring
by using engine valve spring compressor, Tool (2-3422,
Planetary Gear Assemblies, Sun Gear and then remove the snap ring.
Driving Shell (2) Remove spring retainer, spring, and servo pis-
(1) While supporting output shaft and driving shell, ton and plug assembly from the case.
carefully slide assembly forward and out through the
case.
TRANSMISSION VENT

873
*
ND19

Fig. 47-Removing Pump and Reaction Shaft


Support Assembly Fig. 48-Compressing Kickdown Servo Spring
2 1-68 T RA NS MI SSI 0 NS-TO R Q UEFLITE 0

RECONDlTlON SUB-ASS EMBLIES


The following procedures cover disassembly, in-
spection, repair, and assembly of each subassembly
as removed from the transmission.
Heli-Coil inserts are recommended for repairing
damaged, stripped or worn threads in aluminum
parts. Refer to Page 44.
Pre-sized service bushings are available for re-
placement for most all bushings in the TorqueFlite
transmission. The two bushings in sun gear are not
serviced because of the low cost of sun gear assembly.
If bushings are found worn or scored, they should be
replaced as outlined in the following reconditioning
procedures.
The bushing replacement tools listed by "SP" -___~~ N N79
numbers are part of Tool Kit C-3887. Fig. 49-Rework Valve Body Repair Stand
The bushing in the oil pump has been relocated in
the pump housing, thus requiring new installing (3) Remove spring retainer, torque converter con-
heads. The new installing head for A-904-G and LA trol valve spring, and regulator valve spring with line
transmissions is SP-5117, and SP-5118 is used for pressure adjusting screw assembly. Do not alter
A-727-A and B transmissions. setting of line pressure adjusting screw and nut. The
The use of crocus cloth is permissible where neces- nut has an interference thread and does not turn
sary, providing it is used carefully. When used on easily on the screw.
valves, use extreme care to avoid rounding off the (4) Slide regulator valve out of valve body. Slide
sharp edges. The sharp edge is vitally important to torque converter control valve out of valve body.
this type of valve. Sharp edges prevent dirt and (5)Remove the 17 transfer plate retaining screws.
foreign matter from getting between the valve and Carefully lift transfer plate and steel separator plate
body, thus reducing possibility of sticking. When assembly off the valve body.
it becomes necessary to recondition transmission, and (6)Invert transfer plate assembly and remove the
vehicle has accumulated considerable mileage, install stiffener plate. Remove remaining screws securing
new seal rings on parts requiring their usage. Coat separator plate to transfer plate, and carefully lift off
each part with Automatic Transmission Fluid AQ- separator plate (Fig. 51).
ATF SuQFix"A" during assembly. (7) Note location of six steel balls in valve body,
one is larger than other five and is in the larger
VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY
SPRING RETAINER
CAUTION: Never clamp any portion of valve body or
CREWS
transfer plate in a vise. Any slight distortion of the
alumin m body or transfer plate will result in stick- REGULATOR
Y
ing valves, excessive leakage or both. When removing VALVE
-G
or installing valves or plugs, slide them in or out care- SCREWSA
fully. Do not use force.
Rework valve body repair stand, Tool C-3749 by
drilling the 5/16 inch diameter hole to 7/8, and 3/4
inch deep (Fig. 49). The stand can then be used with
either the old or new type valve bodies.

-
Disassembly
(1)Place valve body assembly on repair stand, Tool
THROllLE
C-3749, (Fig. 50). Remove three screws from fluid LEVER ANI
filter and lift off the filter. SHAFT
(2) While holding spring retainer firmly against the THROTTLE LEVER
LEVER ASSY.
spring force, remove the three bracket retaining STOP SCREW NN80
screws (Fig. 50). Fig. 50-Valve Body and Control Assembly
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NN128

Fig. 5 1--Transfer and Separator Plate

chamber (Fig. 52). Remove the steel balls. (10) Remove throttle lever and shaft from the valve
( 8 ) Invert valve body and lay it on a clean cloth or body.
paper. Remove E-clip and washer from throttle lever (11) Remove shuttle valve cover plate (Fig. 53).
shaft (Fig. 53). Remove any burrs from shaft, then Remove E-clip from exposed end of the shuttle valve.
while holding manual lever detent ball and spring in (12) Remove throttle lever stop screw assembly
their bore with Tool C-3765 or similar tool, slide (Fig. 54), be careful not to disturb setting any more
manual lever off the throttle shaft. Remove the detent than is necessary.
ball and spring. (13) Remove kickdown detent, kickdown valve,
(9) Remove manual valve, carefully slide it out of throttle valve spring and throttle valve (Fig. 54).
valve body with a rotating motion. (14) Remove governor plug end plate (Fig. 54). Tip

Fig. 52-Steel Ball Location Fig. 53-Valve Body Controls (Assembled V ie w )


21-70 TRANSMISSIONS-TORQUEFLITE 0

TORQUE CONVERTER
CONTROL VALVE
I
THROTTLE VALVE

REGULATOR VALVE SPRING RETAINER

\
\
.--
1 LINE PRESSURt
ADJUSTING SCREW ASSY.

OVERNOR PLUG SHUTTLE‘VALVE


-=w#E
THROTTL~LEVER
SHUTTLE VALVE‘ STOP SCREW ASSY.
THROTTLE PLUG

NN83
GOVERNOR PLUG END PLATE

Fig. 54-Valve Body-lever Side


up valve body to allow shuttle valve throttle plug, ing holes in steel plate are open. Using a pen light,
spring, shuttle valve, and shift valve governor plugs inspect bores in valve body for scores, scratches, pits
to slide out into your hand. and irregularities.
Note longer stem on 1-2 shift valve plug as a means Inspect all valve springs for distortion and collapsed
for identification. coils. Inspect all valves and plugs for burrs, nicks and
(15) Remove shift valve end plate (Fig. 55) and slide scores. Small nicks and scores may be removed with
out the two springs and valves. crocus cloth, providing extreme care is taken not to
Six Cylinder Vehicles: Remove downshift plug cover round off sharp edges. The sharpness of these edges
and plug, then slide out the two springs and valves. is vitally important because it prevents foreign matter
(16)Remove regulator valve end plate. Slide regu- from lodging between valve and valve body, thus re-
lator valve line pressure plug, sleeve, and regulator ducing possibility of sticking. Inspect all valves and
valve throttle pressure plug out of valve body. plugs for freedom of operation in valve body bores.
When bores, valves and plugs are clean and dry, the
Cleaning and Inspection REGULATOR VALVE REGULATOR VALVE THROTTLE
Allow all parts to soak a few minutes in a suitable
clean solvent. Wash thoroughly and blow dry with
compressed air. Make sure all passages are clean and
free from obstructions.
Inspect manual and throttle valve operating levers
and shafts for being bent, worn or loose. If a lever is
loose on its shaft, it may be silver soldered only, or
lever and shaft assembly should be replaced. Do not
attempt to straighten bent levers.
Inspect all mating surfaces for burrs, nicks and
scratches. Minor blemishes may be removed with cro-
cus cloth, using only a very light pressure. Using a
straight edge, Tool C-3335,inspect all mating surfaces 8 - m . ONLY
for warpage or distortion. Slight distortion may be
corrected, using a surface plate. Make sure all meter- Fig. 55-Valve Body-Shift Valve Side
0 TORQUEFLITE-TRANSMISSIONS 21-71
valves and plugs should fall freely in the bores. The WASHER A N D , S E ~
valve body bores do not change dimensionally with TOdl
use. Therefore, a valve body that was functioning THROTTLE / 1
T BALL AND SPRING
properly when vehicle was new, will operate correctly
if it is properly and thoroughly cleaned. There is no
need to replace valve body unless it is damaged in
handling.
,/
Assembly
(1)Place separator plate on the transfer plate (Fig.
51). Install siffener plate and retaining screws. Make
sure all bolt holes are aligned, then tighten stiffener I
plate screws to 28 inch-pounds.
(2)Place 1-2and 2-3 shift valve governor plugs in
their respective bores (Fig. 54). Install shuttle valve,
spring and shuttle valve throttle plug. Install governor
plug end plate and tighten the five retaining screws to Fig. 56-Installing De?ent Ball, Spring and
28 inch-pounds. Control Levers
(3)Install E-clip on end of shuttle valve (Fig. 54). valves. Place line pressure adjusting screw assembly
Install shuttle valve cover plate and tighten the four on end of regulator valve spriIig with long dimension
retaining screws to 28 inch-pounds. of nut at right angles to valve body (Fig. 50).
(4)Install 1-2and 2-3shift valves and springs (Fig. (15)Install spring reiamer, making sure converter
55). Install shift valve end plate and tighten the three valve spring is engaged OII iht: tang and position
retaining screws to 28 inch-pounds. squarely in retainer. 'fightn the three retaining
Six Cylinder Vehicles: Install the 3-2downshift plug screws to 28 inch-pounas (Fig. 60,.
and cover, tighten the three screws to 28 inch-pounds. Measure and if necessaly, aiign spring retainer as
(5)Install regulator valve throttle pressure plug, described on Page 57.
sleeve, and line pressure plug (Fig. 55). Install regu- (16)Install oir filter a i d Ligiiian the three retaining
lator valve end plate and tighten the two retaining screws to 28 inch-pounds.
screws to 28 inch-pounds. After valve body has b e t I serwiced and completely
(6)Install throttle valve and spring (Fig. 54). Slide assembled, adjust throtik and iine pressures, as out-
kickdown detent on the kickdown valve (counterbore lined on Page 57. However, ;f pressures were satisfac-
side of detent toward valve), then install assembly in tory prior to disassembiy, .&&ai settings.
the valve body.
(7)Install throttle lever stop screw (Fig. 54), and ACCUMULATOR PlSTGK ARD SPRING
tighten lock nut finger tight.
(8)Install manual valve in valve body (Fig. 54). Inspect seal rings io1 WLL .& make sure they turn
(9)Install throttle lever and shaft on valve body freely in piston grouves. I1 is ~t neussary to remove
(Fig. 56). Insert detent spring and ball in its bore in rings unless conditions warralrt. inspect piston for
valve body. Depress ball and spring with Tool C-3765 nicks, burrs, scores and \\,d&r.Inspect piston bore in
or similar tool and slide manual lever over throttle the case for sceres Qr other damage. Inspect piston
shaft so that it engages manual valve and detent ball. spring for distortion. R e p L e parts as required.
Install seal, retaining washer and E-clip on throttle
shaft. EXTENSION HOUSING BUSHING AND
(10)Position valve body assembly on the repair OIL SEAL
stand.
(11) Place six steel balls in valve body chambers Replacement
with large ball in the large chamber (Fig. 52). (1) Pry or drive oil seal out of extension housing
(12)Position transfer plate assembly on valve body. with a long blunt drift. Be sure not to mar oil seal
Install 17 retaining screws, starting at center and surface in the housing.
working outward, tighten screws to 28 inch-pounds. (2)A-904-G and A-904-LA: Press or drive out bush-
(13)Install torque converter valve and regulator ing with Tool C-3996(Fig. 57).
valve (Fig. 54). A-727-A and B: Renoire bushing in the same
(14)Position torque converter valve spring and manner with Tool C-3971.
regulator valve spring over ends of their respective (3)A-90443 and A-904-LA: Slide a new bushing
21-72 TRANSMISSIONSTORQUEFLITE-

a a TOOL
the shaft. Make sure square lug on sprag is toward
parking gear, and spring is positioned so it moves
sprag away from the gear.

1 I74
EXTENSION\
GOVERNOR AND SUPPORT
Disassembly
(1) Remove large snap ring from weight end of
governor body, lift out weight assembly.
(2) Remove snap ring from inside governor weight,
remove inner weight and spring from outer weight.
(3) If lugs on support gear are damaged, remove
four bolts and separate support from governor body.

Cleaning and lnspection


Figure 34 shows a disassembled view of the gov-
ernor assembly.
Inspect all parts for burrs and wear. Inspect inner
weight for free movement in outer weight, and outer
weight for free movement in governor body. Inspect
NKWA
valve for free movement in governor body. The
weights and valve should fall freely in the bores when
Fig. 57-Replacing Extension Housing Bushing clean and dry. Rough surfaces may be removed with
crocus cloth.
on installing end of Tool C-3996. Align oil hole in Inspect governor weight spring for distortion. In-
bushing with oil slot in the housing, then press or spect lugs on support gear for broken edges or other
drive bushing into place (Fig. 57).
damage. Thoroughly clean all governor parts in clean
A-727-A and B: Using Tool C-3974, install a new
solvent and test for free movement before assembly.
bushing in same manner.
(4) A-904-G and A-904-LA Drive a new oil seal into
housing with Tool C-3995 (Fig. 30). Assembly
(1) If support was separated from governor body,
A-727-A and B: Using Tool C-3972, install a new oil
assemble and tighten bolts finger tight.
seal in same manner. (2) Assemble governor weights and spring, and se-
cure with snap ring inside of large governor weight.
PARKING LOCK SPRAG Place weight assembly in governor body and install
snap ring.
Disassembly
(1) Slide shaft out of extension housing to remove
parking sprag and spring (Fig. 35). Remove snap ring OIL PUMP AND REACTION SHAFT SUPPORT-
and slide reaction plug and pin assembly out of the A-904-G AND A-904-LA
housing.
Disassembly
lnspection Figure 58 shows the oil pump and reaction shaft
Inspect sprag shaft for scores and free movement support disassembled.
in the housing and sprag. Inspect sprag and control (1) Remove bolts from rear side of reaction shaft
rod springs for distortion and tension. Inspect square support and lift support off the pump.
lug on sprag for broken edges, also lugs on parking (2) Remove rubber seal ring from pump body
gear for damage. Inspect knob on end of control rod flange.
for nicks, burrs and free turning. (3) Drive out oil seal with a blunt punch.
To replace parking gear, refer to “Governor and
Support-Disassembly and Assembly.” Inspection
Inspect interlocking seal rings (Fig. 58) on reaction
Assembly shaft support for wear or broken locks, make sure
(1) Install reaction plug and pin assembly in the they turn freely in the grooves. Do not remove rings
housing and secure with snap ring (Fig. 35). unless conditions warrant. Inspect front clutch piston
(2) Position sprag and spring in housing and insert retainer to reaction shaft support thrust washer for
0 TO R QUEFLITE-TR A NS MISS IO NS 2 1-73

OIL PUMP BODY


/ BOLT AND WASHER

REACTION SHAFT SUPPORT

Y
INNER ROTOR 1

OUTER ROTOR
THRUST WASHER

Fig. 58-031 Pump and Reaction Shaft Support

wear. Washer thickness should be .043 to .045 inch, Reaction Shaft Bushing Replacement
replace if necessary. Inspect machined surfaces on In case of a reaction shaft bushing failure, always
pump body and reaction shaft support for nicks and inspect the support for wear from the input shaft seal
burrs. Inspect pump body and reaction shaft support ring lands. If worn or grooved, replace support
bushings for wear or scores. Inspect pump rotors for assembly.
scoring or pitting. With rotors cleaned and installed in (1) Assemble remover Tool SP-3631, cup Tool SP-
pump body, place a straight edge across face of rotors 3633, and hex nut Tool SP-1191(Fig. 61).
and pump body. Use a feeler gauge to measure clear- CAUTION: Do not clamp any part of reaction shaft or
ance between straight edge and face of rotors. Clear- support in a vise.
ance limits are from .001 to .0025 inch. Also, measure (2) With cup held firmly against reaction shaft,
rotor tip clearance between inner and outer rotor thread remover into bushing as far as possible by
teeth. Clearance limits are from .007 to .012 inch.

Pump Bushing Replacement


(1) Place pump housing (seal face down) on a REMOVING
smooth firm surface. HEAD
SP-3551
(2) Place removing head, Tool SP-3551 in bushing
and install handle, Tool SP-3549 in the removing head
(Fig. 59).
(3) Drive bushing straight down and out of pump
housing bore. Be careful not to cock tool in the bore.
(4) Position new bushing on installing head, Tool
SP-5117.
(5) With pump housing on a smooth clean surface,
start bushing and installing head in the bushing bore.
Install handle, Tool SP-3549 in the installing head
(Fig. 59).
(6) Drive bushing into housing until tool bottoms in INSTALLING
HEAD
the pump cavity. Be careful not to cock tool during SP-5117
installation.

-
(7) Stake bushing in place by using a blunt punch
or similar tool (Fig. 60). A gentle tap at each stake slot
location will suffice.
(8) Using a narrow-bladed knife or similar tool,
remove high points or burrs around staked area (Fig.
60). Do not use a file or similar tool that will remove NO3436
more metal than is necessary. Fig. 59-Replacing Pump Bushing
2 1-74 TRANSMISSIONS-TORQUEFLITE 0

Assembly
(1)Place reaction shaft support in assembling Tool
C-3759,with hub of support and tool resting on a
smooth flat surface bench (Fig. 62). Screw two pilot
studs, Tool C-3283 into threaded holes of reaction
shaft support flange.
(2)Assemble and place rotors in center of the sup-
port (Fig. 62).
(3)Lower pump body over the pilot studs, insert
Tool C-3756 through pump body and engage pump
inner rotor. Rotate the rotors with tool to enter rotors
in pump body, then with pump body firm against
reaction shaft support, tighten clamping tool securely.
(4) Invert pump and reaction shaft support assem-
bly with clamping tool intact. Install support to pump
body bolts and tighten to 125 inch-pounds. Remove
clamping tool, pilot studs and rotor alignment tool.
Fig. 60-Staking Pump Bushing (5)Place a new oil seal in opening of pump housing
(lip of seal facing inward). Using Tool C-3757,drive
hand. seal into housing until tool bottoms.
(3)Using a wrench, screw remover into bushing 3
to 4 additional turns to firmly engage threads in the
bushing. OIL PUMP AND REACTION SHAFT SUPPORT-
(4) Turn hex nut down against cup to pull bushing A-727-A AND B
from reaction shaft. Thoroughly clean reaction shaft
to remove chips made by remover threads. Disassembly
(5)Lightly grip bushing in a vise or with pliers and Figure 63 shows the oil pump and reaction shaft
back tool out of the bushing. Be careful not to damage support disassembled.
threads on bushing remover. (1)Remove bolts from rear side of reaction shaft
(6)Slide a new bushing on installing head Tool support, and remove vent baffle and lift support off
SP-3635,and start them in the bore of reaction shaft the pump.
(Fig. 61). (2) Remove rubber seal ring from pump body
(7)Support reaction shaft upright on a clean flange.
smooth surface and install handle Tool SP-3549 in (3)Drive out oil seal with a blunt punch.
installing head. Drive bushing into the shaft until tool
bottoms. inspection
(8)Thoroughly clean reaction shaft support assem- Inspect interlocking seal rings (Fig. 63)on reaction
bly before installation. shaft support for wear or broken locks, make sure

TOOL HANDLE
SP-3549

TORS NY 387
ND 345
Fig. 62-Assembling Pump and Reaction
Fig. 6 I -Replacing Reaction Shaft Bushing Shaft Support
0 TO R QUE FLITE-TR A NS MISS IO NS 2 1-75

GASKET

VENT BAFFLE

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ND22A BOLTS '
)
6
(

Fig. 63-Oil Pump and Reaction Shaft Support


they turn freely in the grooves. Do not remove rings (7) Stake the bushing in place by using a blunt
unless conditions warrant. Inspect machined surfaces punch or similar tool (Fig. 65). A gentle tap at each
on pump body and reaction shaft support for nicks stake slot location will suffick.
and burrs. Inspect pump body and reaction shaft sup- (8) Using a narrow-bladed knife or similar tool, re-
port bushings for wear or scores. Inspect pump rotors move high points or burrs around staked area (Fig.
for scoring or pitting. With rotors cleaned and in-
stalled in pump body, place a straight edge across
face of rotors and pump body. Use a feeler gauge to TOOL HANDLE
SP-3549
measure clearance between straight edge and face of REMOVING
rotors. Clearance limits are from .001 to .0025 inch. HEAD

Also, measure rotor tip clearance between inner and


outer teeth. Clearance limits are from .007 to .012 FRONT PUMP
inch.
Pump Bushing Replacement
(1) Place pump housing on a clean smooth surface
with rotor cavity down.
(2) Place removing head Tool SP-3550 in the bush-
ing, and install handle Tool SP-3549 in the removing
head (Fig. 64). TOOL HANDLE
SP-3549
(3) Drive bushing straight down and out of the INSTALLING
bore. Be careful not to cock tool in the bore. HEAD
(4) Position a new bushing on installing head Tool
SP-5118.
(5) With pump housing on a smooth clean surface
(hub end down), start bushing and installing head in
the bushing bore. Install handle Tool SP-3549 in in-
stalling head (Fig. 64).
(6) Drive bushing into housing until tool bottoms in
the pump cavity. Be careful not to cock tool during ND 347A
installation. Fig. 64-Replacing Pump Bushing
21-76 TRANSMISSIONS-TORQUEFLITE 0

(5)Lightly grip bushing in a vise or with pliers and


back tool out of the bushing. Be careful not to damage
threads on bushing remover.
(6)Slide a new bushing (chamfered end first) on
installing head Tool SP-3634,and start them in the
bore of reaction shaft (Fig. 66).
(7)Support reaction shaft upright on a clean
smooth surface and install handle Tool SP-3549 in
installing head. Drive bushing into shaft until tool
bottoms.
(8)Thoroughly clean reaction shaft support assem-
” . bly before installation.

Assembly
(1)Assemble pump rotors in the pump housing
(Fig. 74).
(2)Install reaction shaft support and position vent
Fig. 65-Staking Pump Bushing baffle over vent opening. Install retaining bolts and
tighten to 150 inch-pounds.
65). Do not use a file or similar tool that will remove
(3)Place a new oil seal in opening of pump housing
more metal than is necessary. (lip of seal facing inward) using Tool (2-3860drive seal
(9)Thoroughly clean pump housing before installa-
into housing until tool bottoms.
tion.

Reaction Shaft Bushing Replacement FRONT CLUTCH-A-904-G AND A-904-LA


(1)Assemble remover Tool SP-3632,cup Tool SP-
3633,and hex nut Tool SP-1191(Fig. 66). Disassembly
CAUTION: Do not clamp any part of reaction shaft or Figure 67 shows a disassembled view of the front
support in a vise. clutch assembly.
(2) With cup held firmly against reaction shaft, (1) Remove large selective snap ring that secures
thread remover into bushing as far as possible by pressure plate in the clutch piston retainer. Lift
hand. pressure plate and clutch plates out of the retainer.
(3)Use a wrench to screw remover into bushing 3 (2)Install compressor, Tool (2-3575 over piston
to 4 additional turns to firmly engage threads in the spring retainer (Fig. 68).Compress spring and remove
bushing. snap ring, then slowly release tool until spring re-
(4)Turn hex nut down against the cup to pull tainer is free of the hub. Remove tool, retainer and
bushing from reaction shaft. Thoroughly clean reac- spring.
tion shaft to remove chips made by removing threads. (3)Invert clutch retainer assembly and bump it on
a wood block to remove the piston. Remove seal rings
HEX NUT
SP-1191 \
from the piston and clutch retainer hub.
TOOL HAN
SP-3549
lnspection
INSTALLING Inspect facing material on all driving discs. Replace

E3 w7-cup
- sp-3633
REMOVER SP-3632
discs that are charred, glazed or heavily pitted. Discs
should also be replaced if they show evidence of ma-
terial flaking off or if facing material can be scraped
off easily. Inspect driving disc splines for wear or
other damage. Inspect steel plate and pressure plate
surfaces for burning, scoring or damaged driving
lugs. Replace if necessary.
/ Inspect steel plate lug grooves in clutch retainer for
REACTION
REACTION
SHAFT -
SHAFT SUPPORT smooth surfaces, plates must travel freely in grooves.
Inspect band contacting surface on clutch retainer for
ND349A
scores, the contact surface should be protected from
damage during disassembly and handling. Note ball
Fig. 66-Replacing Reaction Shaft Bushing check in clutch retainer, make sure ball moves freely.
0 TO RQUEFLITE-TRANSMlSSlO NS 21-77

PISTON SEAL RING (INNER)


i

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PISTON RETAINER
ASSEMBLY PISTON

SPRING RETAINER
PISTON SEAL RING (OUTER)

CLUTCH-PLATES N Y 173 A

Fig. 67-Front Clutch Assembly

Inspect piston seal ring surfaces in clutch retainer for (2) Drive bushing straight down and out of clutch
nicks or deep scratches, light scratches will not inter- retainer bore. Be careful not to cock tool in the bore.
fere with sealing of neoprene rings. Inspect clutch (3) Lay clutch retainer (open end up) on a clean
retainer inner bore surface for wear from reaction smooth surface. Slide a new bushing on installing
shaft support seal rings. Inspect clutch retainer bush- head Tool SP-3626, and start them in clutch retainer
ing for wear or scores. bore (Fig. 69).
Inspect inside bore of piston for score marks, if (4) Install handle Tool SP-3549 in installing head.
light, remove with crocus cloth. Inspect seal ring Drive bushing into clutch retainer until tool bottoms.
grooves for nicks and burrs. Inspect neoprene seal (5) Thoroughly clean clutch retainer before assem-
rings for deterioration, wear, and hardness. Inspect bly and installation.
piston spring, retainer and snap ring for distortion.
Assembly
Front Clutch Retainer Bushing Replacement (1) Lubricate and install inner seal ring on hub of
(1) Lay clutch retainer (open end down) on a clean clutch retainer. Make sure lip of seal faces down and
smooth surface and place removing head Tool SP- is properly seated in the groove (Fig. 67).
3627 in the bushing (Fig. 69). Install handle Tool SP- (2) Lubricate and install outer seal ring on clutch
3549 in removing head. piston, with lip of seal toward bottom of clutch re-
tainer. Place piston assembly in retainer and, with a
twisting motion, seat piston in bottom of retainer.
(3) Place spring on piston hub and position spring '

TOOL HANDLE TOOL HANDLE


SP-3549

INSTALLING
HEAD
FRONT CLUTCH SP-3626
RETAINER
/ /
G

ND346A
Fig. 68-Removing or Installing Front Clutch
Retainer Snap Ring Fig. 69-Replacing Front Clutch Retainer Bushing
2 1-78 TRANS M I SS IO NS-TO R QU EFLITE- 0

three plate clutch. If not, install a snap ring of proper


thickness to obtain specified clearance. Snap rings
are the same as those used in rear clutch and are
available in ,060-.062; .068-.070 and .076-.078 inch
thickness.

FRONT CLUTCH-A-727-A AND B


Disassembly
Figure 71 shows a disassembled view of the front
clutch assembly.
(1) Remove large selective snap ring that secures
LECTIVE
,,.AP RING pressure plate in clutch piston retainer. Lift pres-
sure plate and clutch plates out of the retainer.
(2) Install compressor, Tool (2-3863 over piston
spring retainer, (Fig. 72). Compress springs and re-
Fig. 70-Measuring Front Clutch Plate Clearance move snap ring, then slowly release tool until spring
retainer and snap ring on the spring. Compress spring retainer is free of hub. Remove tool, retainer and
with Tool C-3575 (Fig. 68), and seat snap ring in hub springs.
groove. Remove compressor tool. (3) Invert clutch retainer assembly and bump it on
(4) Lubricate all clutch plates, install one steel
a wood block to remove piston. Remove seals from
plate followed by a lined plate until all plates are piston and clutch retainer hub.
installed. Install pressure plate and selective snap
ring. Make sure snap ring is properly seated. Inspection
The A-904-G transmission uses three plates and Inspect facing material on all driving discs. Replace
discs in front clutch for both six cylinder engines. discs that are charred, glazed or heavily pitted. Disc
Four plates and discs are used in A-904-LA trans- should also be replaced if they show evidence of
mission for 273 cubic inch V-8 engine. material flaking off or if facing material can be
(5) With front clutch completely assembled, insert scraped off easily. Inspect driving disc splines for
a feeler gauge between pressure plate and snap ring wear or other damage. Inspect steel plate and pres-
(Fig. 70). The clearance should be .056 to .lo4 inch sure plate surfaces for burning, scoring or damaged
for the four plate clutch, and .042 to .087 inch for the driving lugs. Replace if necessary.
PISTON SEAL RING
(INNER)

\
SPRlPrlG RETAINER SNAP RING
(SELECTIVE)
I

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i
I

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PISTON RETAINER PISTON SEAL RING SPRI~GS
ASSEMBLY (OUTER)
SNAP RING

DRIVING DISCS /
PRESSURE PLATE ND,JA

Fig. 7 I -Front Clutch Assembly


0 TO R QU E FLITE-TR A NS M ISS IO N S 2 1-79

TOOL HAN
SP-3549 REMOVER HEAD
SP-3629
FRONT CLUTCH
RETAINER
\

U 47

INSTALLING
HEAD SP-3628

Fig. 72-Removing o r Installing Front Clutch


Retainer Snap Ring
ND350
Inspect steel plate lug grooves in clutch retainer for
smooth surfaces, plates must travel freely in the Fig. 73-Replacing Front Clutch Retainer Bushing
grooves. Inspect band contacting surface on clutch
retainer for scores. Note ball check in clutch re- Assembly
tainer, make sure ball moves freely. Inspect seal sur- (1) Lubricate and install inner seal on hub of clutch
faces in clutch retainer for nicks or deepxratches, retainer. Make sure lip of seal faces down and is prop-
light scratches will not interfere with sealing of neo- erly seated in the groove.
prene rings. Inspect clutch retainer bushing for wear (2)Install outer seal on the clutch piston, with lip
or scores. of seal toward bottom of clutch retainer. Apply a coat-
Inspect inside bore of piston for score marks, ing of wax type lubricant or Door Ease to outer edge
if light, remove with crocus cloth. Inspect seal grooves of seals for easier installation of piston assembly.
for nicks and burrs. Inspect neoprene seals for deteri- Place piston assembly in retainer and carefully seat
oration, wear, and hardness. Inspect piston springs, piston in bottom of retainer.
retainer and snap ring for distortion.
FRONT CLUTCH CHART
Front Clutch Retainer Bushing Replacement (A-727-A and 0 )
(1) Lay clutch retainer (open end down) on a clean
smooth surface and place removing head Tool SP-
_ _ _ _ ~ ~ ~

Engine Clutch Plate Piston Spring


3629 in the bushing. Install handle Tool SP-3549 in Type Disc Clearance Springs Color
removing head (Fig. 73).
(2) Drive bushing straight down and out of clutch 318 Cu. In. 3 .036 to .086” 15 Green
383 Cu. In. 4 -024 to .125” 10 No Color
retainer bore. Be careful not to cock tool in the bore. 440 Cu. In. 4 .024 to .125” 8 No Color
(3)Lay clutch retainer (open end up) on a clean Hemi 5 .092 to ,151” 15 No Color
smooth surface. Slide a new bushing on installing
head Tool SP-3628,and start them in clutch retainer (3)Refer to “Front Clutch Chart” and install
bore. springs on piston exactly as shown in Figure 74, 75
(4)Install handle Tool SP-3549in the installer (Fig. or 76. Position spring retainer and snap ring over
73). Drive bushing into clutch retainer until tool the springs. Compress springs with Tool C-3863 (Fig.
bottoms. 72), and seat snap ring in hub groove. Remove com-
(5)Thoroughly clean clutch retainer before assem- pressor tool.
bly and installation. (4)Lubricate all clutch plates, install one steel
21-80 TRANS MISS IO NS-TO R QUEFLITE 0

(5) With front clutch completely assembled, push


downward on pressure plate and insert a feeler gauge
between pressure plate and snap ring (Fig. 77). The
clearance should be within limits given in the chart.
If not, install a snap ring of proper thickness to ob-
tain specified clearance.
Snap rings are the same as those used in rear clutch
and are available in .060-.062, ,074-.076 and .088-.090
inch thickness.

REAR CLUTCH-A-904-G AND A-904-LA


Disassembly
Figure 78 shows a disassembled view of the rear
clutch assembly.
Fig. 74-Front Clutch Piston Return Spring
Location (15 Springs)
(1) Remove large selective snap ring that secures
pressure plate in clutch piston retainer. Lift pressure
plate, clutch plates, and inner pressure plate out of
the retainer.
(2) Carefully pry one end of wave spring out of its
groove in clutch retainer, then remove wave spring,
spacer ring and clutch piston spring.
(3) Invert clutch piston retainer assembly and
bump it on a wood block to remove piston. Remove
seals from piston.
(4) If necessary, remove snap ring and press input
shaft from piston retainer.

--
Inspection
Inspect facing material on all driving discs. Replace
43 discs that are charred, glazed or heavily pitted. Discs
should also be replaced if they show evidence of ma-
Fig. 75-Front Clutch Piston Return Spring -
Location i10 Springs)

plate followed by a lined plate (disc) until the num- 1


ber given in the chart is installed. Install pressure
plate and snap ring. Make sure snap ring is properly
seated.

SELECTIVE
SNAP RING
44
ND 2
Fig. 76-Front Clutch Piston Return Spring
Location (8 Springs) Fig. 77-Measuring Front Clutch Plate Clearance
0 TO R QU E FLITE-TR A NS MI SS IO NS 2 1-81

PISTON SEAL RING (INNER)


NN86

Fig. 78-Rear Clutch Assembly


terial flaking off or if facing material can be scraped spacer ring are positioned in the retainer recess. Start
off easily. Inspect driving disc splines for wear or one end of wave spring in retainer groove (Fig. 79),
other damage. Inspect steel plate and pressure plate then progressively push or tap spring into place mak-
surface for burning, scoring or damaged driving lugs. ing sure it is fully seated in the groove.
Replace if necessary. Inspect plates and discs for (5) Install inner pressure plate in clutch retainer
flatness, they must not be warped or cone-shaped. with raised portion of plate resting on the spring.
Inspect steel plate lug grooves in clutch retainer for (6) Lubricate all clutch plates, install one lined
smooth surfaces, plates must travel freely in the plate followed by a steel plate until all plates are
grooves. Note ball check in clutch retainer, make sure installed. Install outer pressure plate and selective
ball moves freely. Inspect seal ring surfaces in clutch snap ring.
retainer for nicks or deep scratches, light scratches NOTE: The A-904-G transmission uses two plates and
will not interfere with sealing of the neoprene rings. three discs in rear clutch for both six cylinder en-
Inspect neoprene seal rings for deterioration, wear gines. Three plates and four discs are used in the
and hardness. Inspect piston spring, wave spring, and A-904-LA transmission for the 273 cubic inch V-8
spacer for distortion or breakage. eqgine.
Inspect interlocking seal rings (Fig. 78) on input
shaft for wear or broken locks, make sure they turn
freely in the grooves. Do not remove rings unless
conditions warrant. Inspect rear clutch to front clutch
thrust washer for wear. Washer thickness should be
.043 to .045 inch, replace if necessary.

Assembly
(1) If removed, press input shaft into piston re-
tainer and install snap ring.
(2) Lubricate and install inner and outer seal rings
on clutch piston. Make sure lip of seals face toward
head of clutch retainer, and are properly seated in
piston grooves (Fig. 78).
(3) Place piston assembly in retainer and, with a
twisting motion, seat piston in bottom of retainer.
(4) Place clutch piston spring and spacer ring on Fig. 79-Installing Rear Clutch Spring, Spacer
top of piston in clutch retainer, make sure spring and Ring and W a v e Spring
21-82 TRANS MISS IO NS-TO R QU EFLITE C

operation. Clearance can be adjusted by the u w of


various thickness outer snap rings. Snap rings are
available in .060-.062, ,068-.070 and .076-.078 inch
thickness.

REAR CLUTCH-A-727-A AND B


Disassembly
Figure 81 shows a disassembled view of the rear
clutch assembly.
(1) Remove large selective snap ring that secures
pressure plate in clutch retainer. Lift pressure plate,
clutch plates, and inner pressure plate out of the re-
tainer.
(2) Carefully pry one end of wave spring out of its
groove in clutch retainer, then remove wave spring,
spacer ring and clutch piston spring.
(3) Invert clutch piston retainer assembly and
bump it on a wood block to remove piston. Remove
seals from the piston.
(4) If necessary, remove snap ring and press input
shaft from clutch piston retainer.

Fig. 80-Measuring Rear Clutch Plate Clearunce


inspection
Inspect facing material on all driving discs. Replace
(7) Measure rear clutch plate clearance by having discs that are charred, glazed or heavily pitted. Discs
an assistant press down firmly on outer pressure should also be replaced if they show evidence of ma-
plate, then insert a feeler gauge between the plate terial flaking off or if facing material can be scraped
and snap ring (Fig. 80). The clearance should be be- off easily. Inspect driving disc splines for wear or
tween .032-.055 inch. If not, install a snap ring of other damage. Inspect steel plate and pressure plate
proper thickness to obtain specified clearance. Low surfaces for burning, scoring or damged driving lugs.
limit clearance is desirable. Rear clutch plate clear- Replace if necessary.
ance is very important in obtaining proper clutch Inspect steel plate lug grooves in clutch retainer for

' SNAP RING


;SELECIIVD
DRIVING I

PISTON RETAINER

I
CLUTCH RETAINER
INPUT SHAFT

SEAL RINGS (2) I

I PeON
Pismi SEAL
SNAP RtNG (OUTER)

THRUST
WASHER NDl65A
Fig. 8 I -Rear Clutch Assembly
n
" TO R Q UEF LI T E-T RA NS MI SS IO NS 2 1-83
smooth surfaces, plates must travel freely in the surface and install handle Tool SP-3549in the install-
grooves. Note ball check in the piston, make sure ball ing head (Fig. 82). Drive bushing into shaft until tool
moves freely. Inspect seal surfaces in clutch retainer bottoms.
for nicks or deep scratches, light scratches will not (9) Thoroughtly clean input shaft and clutch piston
interfere with sealing of neoprene seals. Inspect neo- retainer before assembly and installation.
prene seals for deterioration, wear, and hardness. In-
spect piston spring, wave spring, and spacer for Assembly
distortion or breakage. (1) If removed, press input shaft into clutch piston
Inspect interlocking seal rings (Fig. 81) on input retainer and install snap ring.
shaft for wear or broken locks, make sure they turn (2) Lubricate and install inner and outer seal rings
freely in the grooves. Do not remove rings unless on clutch piston. Make sure lip of seals face toward
conditions warrant. Inspect bushing in input shaft for head of clutch retainer, and are properly seated in
wear or scores. Inspect rear clutch to front clutch piston grooves (Fig. 81).
thrust washer for wear. Washer thickness should be (3) Place piston assembly in retainer and, with a
.061 to .063 inch, replace if necessary. twisting motion, seat piston in bottom of the retainer.
(4)Position clutch retainer over piston retainer
Input Shaft Bushing Replacement splines and support the assembly so clutch retainer
(1) Clamp input shaft in a vise with soft jaws, being
remains in place.
careful not to clamp on seal ring lands or bearing ( 5 ) Place clutch piston spring and spacer ring on
journals. top of piston in clutch retainer, make sure spring and
(2) Assemble remover Tool SP-3630, cup Tool SP- spacer ring are positioned in the retainer recess. Start
3633, and hex nut Tool SP-1191 (Fig. 82). one end of wave spring in retainer groove (Fig. 79),
(3) With cup heId firmly against clutch piston re-
then pi-ogressively push or tap spring into place mak-
tainer, thread remover into bushing as far as possible ing sure it is fully seated in the groove.
by hand. (6) Install inner pressure plate in clutch retainer
(4)Using a wrench, screw remover into bushing 3
with raised portion of plate resting on the spring.
to 4 additional turns to firmly engage threads in the
(7) Lubricate all clutch plates, install one lined
bushing. plate followed by a steel plate until all plates are
(5) Turn hex nut down against cup to pull bushing
installed. Install outer pressure plate and selective
from input shaft.
snap ring.
(6) Thoroughly clean input shaft to remove chips
(8) Measure rear clutch plate clearance by having
made by remover threads. Make certain small lubrica- an assistant press downward firmly on outer pressure
tion hole next to ball in end of shaft is not plugged
plate, then insert a feeler gauge between the plate
with chips. Be sure no chips are lodged next to the and snap ring (Fig. 80). The clearance should be be-
steel ball. tween .037 to .060 inch. If not, install a snap ring of
(7) Slide a new bushing on installing head Tool proper thickness to obtain specified clearance. Low
SP-3636, and start them in the bore of input shaft. limit clearance is desirable. Rear clutch plate clear-
(8) Stand input shaft upright on a clean smooth ance is very important in obtaining proper clutch op-
eration. The clearance can be adjusted by the use of
various thickness outer snap rings. Snap rings are
available in .060-.062, .074-.076,.088-,090and .106-
.lo8 inch thickness.
CUP
P-3633
PLANETARY GEAR TRAIN-
A-904-G AND A-904-LA
Measure end play of planetary gear assemblies, sun

&-.
gear and driving shell before removing these parts
from output shaft. With assembly in an upright posi-
tion, push rear annulus gear support downward on
E:' INPUT
the output shaft. Insert a feeler gauge between rear
annulus gear support hub and shoulder on output
shaft. (Fig. 83). The clearance should be .006 to .033
ND351 inch. If clearance exceeds specifications, replace
Fig. 82-Replacing Input Shaft Bushing thrust washers and/ or necessary parts.
21-84 TRANSMISSIONS-TORQUEFLITE 0

nulus gear.
(4) Slide sun gear, driving shell and rear planetary
OUTPUT SHAFT assembly off the output shaft.
( 5 ) Lift sun gear and driving shell off rear plan-
REAR ANNULUS GEAR
etary assembly. Remove snap ring and steel washer
REAR PLANETARY from sun gear (rear side of driving shell). Slide sun
GEAR ASSEMBLY

/
gear out of driving shell, and remove snap ring and
steel washer from opposite end of sun gear if
necessary.
(6) Remove thrust washer from forward side of
rear planetary assembly and remove planetary gear
DRIVING- set from rear annulus gear. If necessary, remove snap
SHELL ring from rear of annulus gear to separate support
from annulus gear.

inspection
NK292 Inspect bearing surfaces on output shaft for nicks,
Fig. 83-Measuring End Pray of Planetary burrs, scores or other damage. Light scratches, small
Gear Assemblies nicks or burrs can be removed with crocus cloth or a
fine stone. Inspect speedometer drive gear for any
Disassembly nicks or burrs, and remove with a sharp edged stone.
(1) Remove selective thrust washer from forward Make sure all oil passages in shaft are open and clean.
end of output shaft (Fig. 84). Inspect bushings in sun gear for wear or scores,
(2) Remove selective snap ring from forward end of replace sun gear assembly if bushings are damaged.
output shaft, then slide front planetary assembly off Inspect all thrust washers for wear and scores, re-
the shaft. place if damaged or worn below specifications. In-
(3) Remove snap ring and thrust washer from for- spect thrust faces of planetary gear carriers for wear,
ward hub of front planetary gear assembly, slide front scores or other damage, replace as required. Inspect
annulus gear and support off planetary gear set (Fig. planetary gear carrier for cracks and pinions for
84). Remove thrust washer from rear side of plan- broken or worn gear teeth, and for broken pinion
etary gear set. If necessary, remove snap ring from shaft lock pins. Inspect annulus gear and driving gear
front of annulus gear to separate support from an- teeth for damage. Replace distorted lock rings.

FRONT PLANETARY GEAR ASSEMBLY


SNAP RING (SELECTIVE)

THRUST WASHER (STEEL)

R ANNULUF GEAR

GEAR SUPPORT

FRONT ANNULUS GE

N Y 176D

Fig. 84-Planetary Gear Train and Output Shaft


"
n ~ TORQUEFLITE-TRANSMISSIONS 21-85

Assembly PLANETARY GEAR TRAIN-


Refer to Figure 84 for parts reference. A-727-A AND B
(1) Place rear annulus gear support in annulus
gear and install snap ring. Measure end play of planetary gear assemblies, sun
(2) Position rear planetary gear assembly in rear gear and driving shell before removing these parts
annulus gear and place thrust washer on front side of from output shaft. With assembly in an upright posi-
planetary gear assembly. tion, push rear annulus gear support downward on
(3) Insert output shaft in rear opening of rear an- output shaft. Insert a feeler gauge between rear an-
nulus gear. Carefully work shaft through annulus nulus gear support hub and shoulder on output shaft
gear support and planetary gear assembly. Make sure (Fig. 83). The clearance should be .OlOdo .039 inch.
shaft splines are fully engaged in splines of annulus If clearance exceeds specifications, replace thrust
gear support. washers and/or necessary parts.
(4) Install steel washer and snap ring on one end of
Disassembly
sun gear. Insert sun gear through front side of driv- (1) Remove thrust washer from forward end of
ing shell, install rear steel washer and snap ring. output shaft (Fig. 85).
(5) Carefully slide driving shell and sun gear as- (2) Remove selective snap ring from forward end of
sembly on the output shaft, engaging sun gear teeth output shaft, then slide front planetary assembly off
with rear planetary pinion teeth. the shaft.
(6) Place front annulus gear support in the annulus (3) Slide front annulus gear off planetary gear set
gear and install snap ring. (Fig. 85). Remove thrust washer from rear side of
(7) Position front planetary gear assembly in front planetary gear set.
annulus gear, place thrust washer over planetary gear (4) Slide sun gear, driving shell and rear planetary
assembly hub and install snap ring. Position thrust assembly off output shaft.
washer on rear side of planetary gear assembly. (5) Lift sun gear and driving shell off rear plane-
(8) Carefully work front planetary and annulus tary gear assembly. Remove thrust washer from in-
gear assembly on output shaft, meshing planetary side the driving shell. Remove snap ring and steel
pinions with sun gear teeth. washer from sun gear (rear side of driving shell) and
(9) With all components properly positioned, install slide sun gear out of the shell. Remove front snap
selective snap ring on front end of output shaft. Re- ring from sun gear if necessary. Note that front end
measure end play of the assembly. The clearance can of sun gear is longer than rear.
be adjusted by the use of various thickness snap rings. (6) Remove thrust washer from forward side of
Snap rings are available in .040-,044, .048-.052 and rear planetary gear assembly, remove planetary gear
.059-.065 inch thickness. set and thrust plate from rear annulus gear.
FRONT
SNAP RING ANNULUS GEAR DRIVING SHELL
(SELECTIVE)

REAR ANNULUS
GEAR ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

I I
OUTPUT SHAFT LOW AND REVERSE DRUM
NK 144A

Fig. 85-Planetary Gear Train and Output Shaft


21-86 TR A NS MISS I0 NS-TO R Q U EF LITE 0

Inspection
Inspect bearing surfaces on output shaft for nicks,
burrs, scores or other damage. Light scratches, small
nicks or burrs can be removed with crocus cloth or a
fine stone. Inspect speedometer drive gear for any
nicks or burrs, and remove with a sharp edged stone.
Make sure all oil passages in shaft are open and clean. BOLT AND
Inspect bushings in sun gear for wear or scores, WASHER (6)
replace sun gear assembly if bushings are damaged.
Inspect all thrust washers for wear and scores, re-
plece if damaged or worn below specifications. In-
spect thrust faces of planetary gear carriers for wear,
scores or other damage, replace as required. Inspect
planetary gear carrier for cracks and pinions for
broken or worn gear teeth and for broken pinion
, c
L NO 28A

shaft lock pins. Inspect annulus gear and driving gear Fig. 86-Overrunning Clutch Service Replacement
teeth for damage. Replace distorted lock rings. Cam (A-904G and LA)
tortion, wear or other damage.
Assembly A-727-A and B: Inspect cam set screw for tightness.
Refer to Figure 85 for parts reference. If loose, tighten and restake the case around screw.
(1) Install rear annulus gear on the output shaft.
Apply a thin coat of grease on thrust plate, place it on Overrunning Clutch Cam Replacement-
the shaft and in the annulus gear making sure teeth A-904-A and A-904-LA
are over the shaft splines. If overrunning clutch cam or spring retainer are
(2) Position rear planetary gear assembly in the found damaged, they can be replaced with a service
rear annulus gear. Place thrust washer on front side replacement cam, spring retainer, and retaining bolts
of planetary gear assembly. (Fig. 86). The service parts are retained in the case
(3) Install snap ring in front groove of sun gear with bolts instead of rivets. To install, proceed as fol-
(long end of gear). Insert sun gear through front side lows:
of driving shell, install rear steel washer and snap (1) Remove four bolts securing output shaft sup-
ring. port to rear of the transmission case. Drive support
(4) Carefully slide driving shell and sun gear as- rearward out of the case with a wood block and
sembly on output shaft, engaging sun gear teeth with hammer.
rear planetary pinion teeth. Place thrust washer in- (2) Center punch the rivets exactly in center of
side the front driving shell. each rivet head (Fig. 87).
(5) Place thrust washer on rear hub of front plane- (3) Drill through each rivet head with a 3/8 inch
tary gear set, then slide assembly into front annulus drill. Be careful not to drill into the transmission case.
gear.
(6) Carefully work front planetary and annulus
gear assembly on output shaft, meshing planetary
pinions with the sun gear teeth.
(7) With all components properly positioned, install
selective snap ring on front end of output shaft. Re-
measure end play of the assembly. The clearance can
be adjusted by the use of various thickness snap
rings. Snap rings are available in .048-.052, .055-.059
and .062-.066 inch thickness.

OVERRUNNING CLUTCH
lnspection
Inspect clutch rollers for smooth round surfaces,
they must be free of flat spots and chipped edges.
Inspect roller contacting surfaces in the cam and
race for brinelling.
- Inspect roller springs
- - for dis- Fig. 87-Cenrer Punch Rivet Heads
0 TO R QU EFLITE-TR A NS M ISS IO NS 2 1-87
Chip off rivet heads with a small chisel, then drive
rivets and cam from the case with a blunt punch of 4 PILOT STUDS (TOOL)
proper size.
(4) Carefully enlarge rivet holes in the case with a
17/64 inch drill. Remove all chips and foreign matter
from the case, make sure cam area is free of chips
and burrs.
(5) To install, position cam and roller spring re-
tainer in the case. Align cam bolt holes with holes in
the case, then thread all five retaining bolt and
washer assemblies into cam a few turns. The belleville
washers must be installed so its inner diameter is
coned toward the bolt head (Fig. 88).
(6) Tap cam firmly into the case if necessary. Draw
retaining bolts down evenly, then tighten to 100
inch-pounds.
(7) Screw two pilot studs, Tool C-3288 into the case NN89
(Fig. 89). Chill the support with ice (preferably dry
ice). Quickly position support over the pilot studs, Fig. 89-Installing Output Shaft Support
and drive it firmly into the case with a wood block
ward out of the case with a wood block and hammer.
and hammer.
To install, screw two C-3288 pilot studs into the
case (Fig. 91). Chill the support with ice (preferably
Overrunning Clutch Cam Replacement- dry ice). Quickly position support over the pilot studs,
A-727-A and B and drive it firmly into the case with a wood block
If overrunning clutch cam and/or roller spring re-
and hammer.
tainer are found damaged, replace cam and spring
retainer in the following manner: (3) Clean all burrs and chips from cam area in the
(1) Remove set screw from the case below clutch case.
cam. (4) Place spring retainer on the cam, making sure
(2) Remove four bolts securing output shaft support retainer lugs snap firmly into notches on the cam.
to rear of transmission case. Insert a punch through (5) Position cam in the case with cam serrations
bolt holes and drive cam from the case (Fig. 90). aligned with those in the case. Tap cam evenly into
Alternate punch from one bolt hole to another so cam the case as far as possible with a soft mallet.
will be driven evenly from the case. (6) Install Tool C-3863 and Adapter SP-5124 as
IMPORTANT: The output shaft support must be in shown in Figure 92, tighten nut on tool to seat cam
the case to install the overrunning clutch cam. into the case. Make sure cam is firmly bottomed, then
If the support requires replacement, drive it rear- install cam retaining set screw. Stake the case around
set screw to prevent it coming loose.

SUPPORT NN129

Fig. 90-Removing Overrunning Clutch Cam


Fig. 88-Cam Retaining Bolts Installed (A-727-A and 0 )
21-88 TRANSMISSIONS-TORQUEFLITE n

OUTPUT
--4- SHAFT
SUPPORT

NN130

Fig. 9 I -Installing Output Shaft Support Fig. 93-Overrunning Clutch Cam Staked
(A-727-A and B ) (A-727-A and B )
(7) Remove cam installing tool. Install and tighten
support retaining screws to 140 inch-pounds. Stake
the case around cam in six places with a blunt chisel
(Fig. 93).

KICKDOWN SERVO AND BAND


Inspect ion
Figure 94 shows a disassembled view of the kick-
down servo assembly. The larger outer spring shown
in Figure 94 is not used in the A-904-G and A-904-LA NDl68
transmissions. Also, it is not used in maximum per-
formance vehicles with A-727-A and B transmissions. Fig. 94-Kickdown Servo
Inspect piston and guide seal rings for wear, and piston spring for distortion.
make sure they turn freely in the grooves. It is not Inspect band lining for wear and bond of lining to
necessary to remove seal rings unless conditions war- the band. Inspect lining for black burn marks, glaz-
rant. Inspect piston for nicks, burrs, scores and wear. ing, non-uniform wear pattern and,flaking. If lining is
Inspect piston bore in the case for scores or other worn so grooves are not visible at ends or any portion
damage. Inspect fit of guide on piston rod. Inspect of the bands, replace the band. Inspect band for dis-
tortion or cracked ends.
ADAPTER LOW-REVERSE SERVO AND BAND
Disassembly
(1) Remove snap ring from piston and remove the
\ A piston plug and spring (Fig. 95).
SEAL RING PISTON SPRING
1 PISTON I

\ PLUG SPRING SPRING GTAINER SNAP'RING


SNAP RING NP147
Fig. 92-hstalling Overrunning Clutch Cam
(A-727-A and B ) Fig. 95-Low and Reverse Servo
-TO RQU EFLITE-TRANSM lSSl0 NS 21-89
Inspection 96.
Inspect seal for deterioration, wear and hardness.
Inspect piston and piston plug for nicks, burrs, scores Low Reverse Servo and Band
and wear; piston plug must operate freely in the pis- (1) Carefully work servo piston assembly into the
ton. Inspect piston bwe in the case for scores or other case with a twisting motion. Place spring, retainer
damage. Inspect springs for distortion. and snap ring over the piston (Fig. 95).
Inspect band lining for wear and bond of lining to (2) Compress low and reverse servo piston spring
the band. If lining is worn so grooves are not visible at by using engine valve spring compressor Tool C-3422,
ends or any portion of the band, replace the band. then install snap ring.
Inspect band for distortion or cracked ends. (3) Position rear band in the case, install short
strut, then connect long link and anchor to the band
Assembly (Fig. 97). Screw in band adjuster just enough to hold
(1) Lubricate and insert piston plug and spring in strut in place. Install low-reverse drum.
the piston and secure with snap ring. A-727-A and B: Be sure long link and anchor as-
sembly is installed, as shown in Figure 96 to provide
ASSEMBLY-SU B-ASS EM BLY INSTALLATION running clearance for the low and reverse drum.
The assembly procedures given here include instal- Kickdown Servo
lation of sub-assemblies in the transmission case and (1) Carefully push servo piston into the case bore.
adjusting drive train end play. Do not use force to Install piston rod, two springs and guide (Fig. 94).
assemble mating parts. If parts do not assembly freely The A-904-G and A-904-LA transmissions use one
investigate the cause, and correct the trouble be- small spring only. Also, one small spring only is used
fore proceeding with assembly procedures. Always in the maximum performance vehicles with A-727-A
use new gaskets during assembly operations. and B transmissions.
IMPORTANT: Use only Automatic Transmission Fluid (2) Compress kickdown servo springs by using en-
AQ-ATF Suffix "A" to lubricate transmission parts gine valve spring compressor Tool C-3422, then install
during assembly. snap ring.
Overrunning Clutch Planetary Gear Assemblies, Sun Gear, and
(1) With transmission case in an upright position, Driving Shell
insert clutch hub inside the cam. Install overrunning (1) While supporting assembly in the case, insert
clutch rollers and springs exactly as shown in Figure output shaft through rear support. Carefully work as-
sembly rearward engaging rear planetary carrier lugs
into low-reverse drum slots.
SPRl ADJUSTING SCREW AND LOCKNUT

LEVER (SHORT)

LINK AND ANCHOR


ND21
Fig. 96-Overrunning Clutch, Low and
Reverse Band Link Fig. 97-Low-Reverse Band and Linkage
21-90 TRANSMISSIONS-TORQUEFLITE n
v

CAUTION: Be very careful not to damage ground sur-


faces on output shaft during installation.

Front and Rear Clutch Assemblies


The front and rear clutches, front band, oil
pump and reaction shaft support are more easily in-
stalled with transmission in an upright position.
If transmission repair stand DD-1014 was not avail-
ADJUSTING
able to support transmission, an alternate method is SCREW AND
outlined in Steps 1 and 2. LOCKNUT
(1) Cut a 3-1/2 inch diameter hole in a bench, in
the end of a small oil drum or a large wooden box
strong enough to support transmission. Cut or file BAND
notches at edge of the 3-1/2 inch hole so output shaft NDI 7
support will fit and lay flat in the hole.
(2) Carefully insert output shaft into hole to sup- Fig. 98-Kickdown Band and Linkage
port the transmission upright, with its weight resting pump installation. Using a suitable heat lamp, heat
on flange of the output shaft support. the case in area of pump for a few minutes prior to
(3) A-904-G and A-904-LA: Apply a coat of grease installing pump and reaction shaft support assembly.
to selective thrust washer (Fig. 84) and install washer A-904-G and A-904-LA: Install thrust washer on re-
on front end of the output shaft. If drive train end action shaft support hub (Fig. 58).
play was not within specifications (.022 to .091 inch), A-727-A and B: If drive train end play was not with-
when tested on Page 65, replace thrust washer with in specifications (.036-.084 inch) when measured on
one of proper thickness. Page 65, replace thrust washer on reaction shaft sup-
The following selective washers are available for port hub with one of proper thickness (Fig. 63).
A-904-G and A-904-LA transmissions. The following selective thrust washers are available
Thickness Color for A-727-A and B transmission.
.052-.054 inch Natural Thickness Color
.068-,070 inch Red
.083-.085 inch Black .061-.063inch Green
A-727-A and B: Apply a coat of grease on the input .084-.086 inch Red
to output shaft thrust washer (Fig. 85), and install .102-104 inch Yellow
(1) Screw to pilot studs, Tool (2-3288 in pump open-
washer on front end of the output shaft.
(4) Align front clutch plate inner splines, and place ing in the case (Fig. 99). Install a new gasket over the
assembly in position on the rear clutch. Make sure
front clutch plate splines are fully engaged on rear
clutch splines.
(5) Align rear clutch plate inner splines, grasp in-
put shaft and lower the two'clutch assemblies into the
transmission case.
(6) Carefully work clutch assemblies in a circular
motion to engage rear clutch splines over splines of
front annulus gear. Make sure front clutch drive lugs
are fully engaged in slots in the driving shell. /
@1
Front Band 3
Figure 98 shows a disassembled view of the kick-
down band assembly.
(1) Slide band over front clutch assembly.
(2) Install band strut, screw in adjuster just enough
to hold strut and anchor in place.

Oil Pump and Reaction Shaft Support


If difficulty was encountered in removing pump as-
sembly due to an exceptionally tight fit in the case, it Fig. 99-Installing Pump and Reaction Shaft
mav
_...be
.
I - necessarv
--- ., to extnnd the case with heat during:
v Support Assembly
0 TORQU EFLITE-TRANSM ISSIONS 21-91
pilot studs. of case with the knob positioned against the reaction
(2) Place a new rubber seal ring in the groove on plug and sprag. Move front end of rod toward center
outer flange of pump housing. Make sure seal ring is of transmission while exerting rearward pressure
not twisted. Coat seal ring with grease for easy instal- on rad to force it past the sprag (rotate output shaft
lation. if necessary).
(3) Install pump assembly in the case; tap it lightly (4) Place valve body manual lever in LOW posi-
with a soft mallet, if necessary. Place deflector over tion. Place valve body in its approximate position in
vent opening and install four pump body bolts. (The the case, connect parking lock rod to manual lever
A-904-G and LA do not use a deflector over vent open- and secure with E-clip. Align valve body in the case,
ing.) Remove pilot studs, install remaining bolts and install retaining bolts finger tight.
snug down evenly. (5) With neutral starting switch installed, place
Rotate input and output shafts to see if any binding manual valve in the neutral position. Shift valve body
exists, then tighten bolts to a 150 inch-pounds. Check if necessary to center neutral finger over the neutral
shafts again for free rotation. switch plunger. Snug bolts down evenly, then tighten
to 100 inch-pounds.
Governor and Support (6) Install gearshift lever and tighten clamp bolt.
(1) Position support and governor body assembly Check lever shaft for binding in the case by moving
on the output shaft. Align assembly so governor valve lever through all detent positions. If binding exists,
shaft hole in governor body aligns with hole in output loosen valve body bolts and re-align.
shaft, then slide assembly into place. Install snap ring (7) Install flat washer and throttle lever, then
behind the governor body (Fig. 33). Tighten body to tighten lever clamp bolt.
support bolts to 100 inch-pounds. Bend ends of lock (8) Adjust kickdown and low-reverse bands, as
straps against bolt heads. described on Page 48.
(2) Place governor valve on valve shaft, insert as- (9) Install oil pan, using a new gasket. Tighten
sembly into body and through governor weights. In- pan bolts to 150 inch-pounds.
stall valve shaft retaining snap ring.
TRANSMISSION AND CONVERTER
Output Shaft Bearing and Extension Housing I NSTA LLATl0 P
(1)Install a snap ring in the innermost groove on
output shaft. Install bearing on shaft with its outer The transmission and converter must be installed as
race ring groove toward front (Fig. 32). Press or tap an assembly; otherwise, the converter drive plate,
bearing tight against front snap ring, then install rear pump bushing, and oil seal will be damaged. The
snap ring. drive plate will not support a load; therefore, none of
(2) Place a new extension housing gasket on the the weight of transmission should be allowed to rest
transmission case. Position output shaft bearing re- on the plate during installation.
taining snap ring in the extension housing. Spread
(1) Rotate pump rotors with Tool C-3756 (A-904-G
snap ring as far as possible (Fig. 31), then carefully
tap extension housing into place. Make sure snap ring
and A-904-LA) or Tool C-3881 (A-727-A and B) until
is fully seated in the bearing groove.
the two small holes in handle are verticle (Fig. 100).
(2) Carefully slide converter assembly over input
(3) Install and tighten extension housing bolts to 24
foot-pounds. shaft and reaction shaft. Make sure converter
(4) Install gasket, plate and two screws on bottom impeller shaft slots are also vertical and fully engage
of extension housing mounting pad. pump inner rotor lugs.
Test for full engagement by placing a straight edge
( 5 ) Install speedometer pinion and adapter as-
on face of the case (Fig. 101). The surface of con-
sembly. verter front cover lug should be at least 1/2 inch to
IMPORTANT: Measure drive train end play as de- rear of straight edge when converter is pushed all
cribed on Page 65. Correct if necessary. way into the transmission.
(3) Attach a small “C” clamp to edge of bell hous-
Valve Body Assembly and Accumulator ing to hold converter in place during transmission
Piston installation.
(1) Clean mating surfaces and inspect for burrs on (4) Inspect converter drive plate for distortion or
both the transmission case and valve body steel plate. cracks and replace if necessary.
(2) Install accumulator piston in transmission case (5) Coat converter hub hole in crankshaft with
and place piston spring on the accumulator piston. wheel bearing grease. Place transmission and con-
(3) Insert parking lock rod through opening in rear verter assembly on a service jack and position assem-
21-92 TRANSMISSIONS-TORQUEFLITE 0
--Q. . ,
- -
>RAIN PLUG

MENT

7 VERTICAL
I

- .-
ND169A

Fig. 100-Aligning Pump Ro?ors


bly under vehicle for installation. Raise or tilt as nec- N U IU
essary until transmission is aligned with engine.
Fig. 102-Converter and Drive Plate Markings
(6) Rotate converter so mark on converter (made
during removal) will align with mark on drive plate. (9)Install starting motor and connect battery
The offset holes in plate are located next to 1/8 inch ground cable.
hole in the inner circle of plate. A stamped V mark (10)Rotate engine with remote control switch and
identifies the offset hole in converter front cover install the other two drive plate to converter bolts.
(Fig. 102). Carefully work transmission assembly for- Tighten bolts to 270 inch-pounds.
ward over engine block dowels with converter hub (11)Install crossmember and tighten attaching
entering the crankshaft opening. bolts securely. Lower transmission so extension hous-
(7) After transmission is in position, install bell ing is aligned and rests on rear mount. Install bolts
housing bolts and tighten 25 to 30 foot-pounds. and tighten to 35 foot-pounds.
(8)Install and tighten the two lower drive plate to (12)Install gearshift torque shaft and connect
converter bolts to 270 inch-pounds. gearshift rod to the transmission lever.
Console Shift: Align gearshift torque shaft lower
bracket with the extension housing. Install the two
retaining bolts and tighten securely. Connect gear-
shift rod to the transmission lever.
(13) Carefully guide sliding yoke into extension
housing and on the output shaft splines. Then connect
propeller shaft to rear axle pinion shaft yoke.
(14)Connect oil cooler lines to the transmission
and install oil filler tube. Connect the speedometer
cable.
(15)Connect throttle rod to the transmission throt-
tle lever.
(16)Connect wire to the neutral starting switch.
(17)Install cover plate in front of the converter
assembly.
(18)Install the transmission case to cylinder block
brace. The converter cover plate must be between
case and brace. The oil line bracket i s attached in
NO6 front of the brace. Tighten bolts holding brace to the
Fig. 101-Measuring Converter for Full case before attaching brace to the cylinder block.
Engagement in Transmission (19) Refill transmission with Automatic Transmis-
0 SPECI FlCAT10 NS 2 1-93
sion Fluid AQ-ATFSuffix “A.” Refer to Page 45. linkage and neutral starting switch, refer to Pages
To completely adjust throttle linkage, gearshift 46, 47 and 48.

SP ECIFICAT10NS
M A N U A L TRANSMISSIONS
~~ ~ _ _ _ _ ~
~~~~~ ~ ~ ~~ ~

Taxi/
Police 273, 383,
Engine Displacement (Cu. In.) 170 225 225 318 426, 440
Trans. Models ..................................... A-903 A-745 A-745 A-745
Gear Ratio
First ........................................... 3.22 2.95 3.02 3.02 2.55
Second ......................................... 1.84 1.83 1.76 1.76 1.49
Third ........................................... 1.00 1.00 1.oo 1.00 1.00
Fourth .......................................... - - - - -
Reverse ........................................ 4.14 3.80 3.95 3.95 3.34
Downshift Speed Limits
4th to 3rd ...................................... -
3rd to 2nd ...................................... 40 to 10 mph
2nd to 1st ...................................... Zero mph
Lubricant
Capacity ........................................ Approx. 6-112 Pts.
(Imp. Meas. 5 1 / 2 Pts.)
Type ........................................... Auto. Trans. Fluid AQ-ATF Suffix “A”
Gear Type ........................................ Helical
Tolerances
Second Speed Gear End Play .................... .004” to .014”
Countershaft Gear End Play ...................... .0045” to .028”
Clutch Housing Face Run-Out .................... .006” Max.
Clutch Housing Bore Run-Out ...................... .008” Max.
Synchronizer Float .............................. .050” to .090”

Trans. Models ................. A-833 Lubricant


4 Forward Speeds Capacity .................... Approx. 8-1/2 Pts.
Gear Ratio (Imp. Meas. 7 Pts.)
First ........................ 2.66 Type ........................ Warm Climate
Second ..................... 1.91 Multi-Purpose Gear
Third ....................... 1.39 Oil SAE 140
Fourth ...................... 1.00 Cold Climate
Reverse ..................... 2.58 Multi-Purpose Gear
Gear Type ..................... Helical Oil SAE 80 or 90,
(Except Reverse) or Auto Trans. Fluid
To lera nces “AQ-ATF” Suffix “A”
Second Speed Gear End Play . .
Countershaft Gear End Play . . . .015” to .029” Downshift Speed Limits
Clutch Housing Face Run-out.. .006” Max. 4th to 3rd .................... 50 to 25 mph
Clutch Housing Bore Run-Out.. .008“ Max. 3rd to 2nd ................... 25 to 15 mph
Synchronizer Float ........... 2nd to 1st ................... 15 to Zero mph

TORQUEFLITE TRANSMISSIONS
Transmission Models A-904-G & A-904-LA A-7274 & 6
TYPE ......................................... Automatic Three Speed with Torque Converter
TORQUE CONVERTER DIAMETER .............. 10-3/4 inches 11-3/4 inches
0 I L CAPACITY-TRAN S M I SS I ON AN D
TORQUE CONVERTER ....................... 16 pints 18-1/2 pints
13-1/4 pints (Imperial Measure) 15-1/2 pints
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type AQ-ATF, Suffix “A”
COOLING METHOD ........................... Wa ter-Heat Exchanger
LU BR I CAT1ON ................................ Pump (Rotor Type)
21-94 SPEC1FlCAT10 NS 0

CLUTCHES
Number of Front Clutch Plates ............... 3(170-225 Cu. In. Eng.) 3(318 Cu. In. Eng.)
4(273 Cu. In. Eng.) 4(383-440 Cu. In. Eng.)
5(426 Hemi)
Number of Front Clutch Discs ................ 3(17@225 Cu. In. Eng.) 3(318 Cu. In. Eng.)
4(273 Cu. In. Eng.) 4(383-440 Cu. In. Eng.)
5(426 Hemi)
Number of Rear Clutch Plates ................ 2(170-225 Cu. In. Eng.)
3(273 Cu. In. Eng.)
3
-
Number of Rear Clutch Discs ................ 3(170-225 Cu. In. Eng.)
4(273 Cu. In. Eng.)
4
-
GEAR RATIOS
1-Low ..................................... 2.45 to 1
2-Se cond .................................. 1.45 to 1
D-Drive ................................... 1to 1
R-Reverse .................................
N-Neutral .................................
2.20 to
- 1
PUMP
Type ....................................... Gear (Rotary)
End Clearance (Rotor) ....................... .0015 to .003”
DRIVE TRAIN END PLAY ...................... .022 to .091” .036 to .084”
CLUTCH PLATE CLEARANCE
Front Clutch ................................ .042to .087” (3 Disc) .036 to .086” (3 Disc)
.056 to .104” (4 Disc) .024 to .125” (4 Disc)
,092 to .151” (5 Disc)
Rear Clutch ................................. .032 to .055” .037 to .060”
SNAP RINGS
Front and Rear Clutches
Rear Snap Ring (Selective) .................. .060to ,062‘’ .060 to .062”
.068 to .070” ‘ .074 to ,076‘’
.076 to .078” .088 to .W’
Output Shaft (Forward End) .................. .040 to .044” ,048 to .052”
.048 to ,052” .055 to ,059”
.059 to .065” ,062 to .066”
THRUST WASHERS
Output Shaft to Input Shaft (Selective) ..................... .052 to .054” -
(Natura I) -
.068 to .070” -
(Red) -
.083 to .085” -
(Black) -
Reaction Shaft Support to Front Clutch Retainer (Selective) .. - ,061 to ,063’’
- (Green
- .084 to .086”
- (Red)
- ,102 to .104”
- (Yellow)
Driving Shell Thrust Plate-Steel (2) ...................... .ONto .036” -
Front Planetary Gear to Driving Shell ...................... .060to .062” -
-
Rear Planetary Gear to Driving Shell ...................... .060 to .062”
Front Annulus Gear Support ............................... .121 to .125” -
Front Clutch to Rear Clutch ............................... .043 to ,045” -
Front Clutch to Reaction Shaft Support .................... .043 to .045” -
Output Shaft to Input Shaft ............................... - .062 to .W”
Driving Shell Thrust Plate-Steel (1) ...................... - .034to .036”
Rear Planetary Gear to Driving Shell ...................... - .062 to .064”
Front Planetary Gear to Annulus Gear ..................... - .062 to .064”
Front Annulus Gear to Driving Shell ....................... - .062 to .064”
Front Clutch to Rear Clutch ............................... - .061 to .063”
Rear Planetary Gear to Annulus Gear ...................... - .034to .036”
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TIGHTENING REFERENCE
Foot Foot
Manual A-903, A-745 3-Speed Pounds Pounds
Extension Housing Bolts ................ 50 Transmission to Clutch Housing Bolts .... 50
Front Bearing Retainer Bolts ............ 35 Transmission Cover Retaining Bolts ...... 15
Gearshift Operating Lever Nuts .......... 20 Transmission Drain Plug ................ 30
Foot Foot
Manual A-033 4-Speed Pounds Pounds
Crossmember Attaching Bolts ............ 50 Shift Lever Bolts ........................ 30
Drive Pinion Bearing, Retainer Bolts ....... 35 Shift Mechanism Pivot Bolt .............. 55
Extension Housing to Case Bolts .......... 35-45 Transmission Drain Plug ................ 30
Gearshift Housing Bolts .................. 15 Transmission to Clutch Housing Bolts .... 50
Gearshift Operating Lever Nuts ........... 20

Torqueflite A-904-G, A-904-LA and Pounds Pounds


A-7274 and 0 Foot Inch Foot Inch
Cooler Line Fitting ..................... 75 Neutral Starter Switch ................. 25-35
Converter Drain Plug ................... 14 Oil Filler Tube Bracket Bolt ............. 150
Converter Drive Plate to Crankshaft Bolt . . 55 Oil Pan Bolt ........................... 150
Converter Drive Plate to Torque Oil Pump Housing to Transmission
Converter Bolt ....................... 270 Case Bolt ........................... 150
Extension Housing to Transmission Output Shaft Support Bolt .............. 140
Case Bolt ............................ 24 Overrunning Clutch Cam Set Screw ...... 40
Extension Housing to Insulator Pressure Test Take-Off Plug ............ 75
Mounting Bolt ....................... 35 Reaction Shaft Support to Oil Pump Bolt.. 150
Extension Housing-Crossmember to Reverse Band Adjusting Screw Lock Nut
Frame Bolt .......................... 75 A-727-A and B ....................... 35
Governor Body to Support Bolt .......... 100 Reverse Band Adjusting Screw Lock Nut
Kickdown Band Adjusting Screw Lock Nut A-904-G, A-904-LA .................... 20
A-727-A and B ....................... 29 Speedometer Drive Clamp Screw ........ 100
Kickdown Band Adjusting Screw Lock Nut Transmission to Engine Bolt ............ 25-30
A-904-G, A-904-LA .................... 25 Valve Body Screw ...................... 28
Kickdown Lever Shaft Plug ............. 150 Valve Body to Transmission Case Bolt.. .. 100
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G R O U P 22

WH EELS-BEARINGS-TIRES
CONTENTS
Page Page
BEARINGS (FRONT WHEEL) ............ 5 TIRES ................................ 1
Removal (Without Disc Brakes) . . . . . . . . 5 Care of Tires-Cleaning .............. 1
Removal (With Disc Brakes) . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Inflation of Tires ..................... 2
Cleaning and Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Rotation of Tires ..................... 2
Lubrication ......................... 5 Repairing Tire Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation (Witho,ut Disc Brakes) . . . . . . 5 Tire Noise Complaints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation (With Disc Brakes) ........ 5 Tire Wear Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Bearing Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 WHEELS ............................. 4
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Tire-Wheel Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SERVICE PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Tire and Wheel Runout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SPEC I FICAT10 NS ...................... 6 Wheel Covers ....................... 5
TIGHTENING REFERENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
GENERAL INFORMATION
The original equipment two (2) ply, four (4) ply by tire size, tire pressures, wheel rim size, distribu-
rating tubeless tires are designed and tested to meet tion of load within the vehicle, wheel alignment, road
all normal operating requirements. They are capable surface conditions, and driver operating habits.
of carrying the weight of the vehicle and the specified Tires used at low speeds, in cool climates, and with
full rated load at all legal speeds under all typical light loads will have longer life than tires used for
driving conditions. Their excellent quality, long life, high speed driving in hot climates with heavy loads.
and durability are the result of conscientious engi- Abrasive road surfaces will accelerate tire wear.
neering effort comprising thousands of hours of de- Driving habits have more effect on tire life than
velopment and millions of miles of testing. any other factor. Careful drivers will obtain, in most
The advantages of 2 ply, four ply rating tires cases, much greater mileage than severe or careless
which are most important to the owner are: Superior drivers. Rapid acceleration and deceleration, severe
ride and handling, improved fuel economy, and im- application of brakes, high speed driving, taking
proved high speed durability because of cooler operat- turns at excessive speeds, striking curbs and other
ing temperatures. obstacles are just a few of the driving habits which
These advantages are realized without sacrificing will shorten the life of any tire.
strength or hazard resistance. The two ply, four ply To obtain maximum vehicle stability and tire life
rating tire is, at least, of equivalent strength to the vehicle should be equipped with the recommended
the four ply, four ply rating tire used in the past. This suspension application including the proper tire size
is accomplished by making each ply twice as strong and the recommended full rated load should not be
as in a 4 ply tire. exceeded. See Minimum Tire Size Chart and Tire '

Tire wear and vehicle stability are affected greatly Pressure and Vehicle Load Chart in this section.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
TIRES
Care of Tires-Cleaning also be removed by steam cleaning. DO NOT USE
Some white side wall tires on 1967 Model Vehicles GASOLINE OR OTHER SOLVENTS. DO NOT USE
have a colored protective coating that should be re- A WIRE BRUSH.
moved from the tires before delivery of the car. This After the car is in service, ordinary road dirt that
protective coating is not as flexible as rubber and will collects on white side wall tires may be cleaned with
crack. This may introduce sidewall checking if not soap or a non-abrasive cleaner and (if necessary) a
removed. In no case should the tires be driven more soft bristle brush. Under no circumstances should
than 50 miles before this coating is removed. gasoline, kerosene, or any cleaning fluid containing a
To remove this coating, wet the tire surface thor- solvent derived from oil be used to clean white side-
oughly with warm water and allow it to soak for one wall tires. Mineral oil in any form is detrimental to
minute. Using a soft bristle brush or sponge; wash rubber, and a cleaner with an oil base solvent will
the protective coating from the tire. This coating may discolor or injure any tires.
22-2 WH EELS-B EAR1NG S T I R ES 0

inflation of Tires material out of the valve.


Tire inflation pressure is one of the most impor-
tant elements of tire care. Inflation pressures recom- Tire Rotation
Under normal operating conditions it is recom-
mended for all vehicle models have been carefully mended that tires be rotated at every second oil
selected to provide a proper balance between ride change. This reduces the possibility of tire noise and
handling, and tire life. See Tire Pressure and Vehicle equalizes tire wear. Figure 1 is the recommended
Load Chart. sequence for the rotation of tires. Under conditions
Tire pressures should be checked at least once a of severe service (trailer towing) they should be ro-
month and should be checked and adjusted before any tated more frequently.
long trips. Check and adjust tire pressures with the Uneven tire wear is frequently the cause of tire
tires cold if possible. It is normal for tire air pres-
induced noises which are attributed to rear axle
sure to increase (2-4 psi) due to temperature in- gears, bearings etc. Unnecessary work is often per-
creases caused by tire flexing. Under no circum- formed on other chassis components in an effort
stances should inflation pressure of warm tires be to correct tire noises.
reduced.
When it is not possible to check tire air pressure REPAIRING LEAKS
cold, assume a (2-4 psi) increase over cold pressures.
Leaks between the tire and wheel require the re-
I t may be recognized that this method is not as ac- moval of the tire. Leaks in the tire can often be re-
curate as checking pressures when the tires are cold. paired without removing the tire. Always follow the
NOTE: Always check tire pressure with an accurate equipment manufacturers recommendations.
gauge. Tools used for dismounting and mounting tires
Higher inflation pressures than shown on the chart must be smooth, free from sharp edges or burrs
can cause deterioration in ride quality, less resistance which could damage the tire or tire rim.
to various types of impact bruises, rapid wear at the The tire must be completely deflated before the
center of tire treads and poor steering returnability. tire beads are removed from the seats. Before
Lower tire pressures than those recommended on mounting the tire on the wheel, make sure all rust
the chart can result in greater gasoline consumption, scale is removed from the wheel rim. A mild soap
rapid wear toward the edges of tire tread, less resist- solution applied to both tire bead surfaces will aid
ance to rim bruises and various types of ply and tread in installation. Either a commercial type bead ex-
separation, cord fatigue and breakage and increased pander or a rope tourniquet can be used to seat the
steering effort. tire beads.
Tire valve caps (or valve extensions) should always When installing wheels on the vehicle, progres-
be reinstalled on the valve and tightened finger tight. sively tighten wheel nuts in sequence shown in (Fig.
They assist in retaining air and also keep foreign 2) to proper torque specifications, 55 foot-pounds for
LEfT FRONT RIOHT FRONT Dart and 65 foot-pounds all other models.
Tire Noise Complaints
To determine whether tires are causing the noise,
I -
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LEFT
REAR l'\ I
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RlQHT
REAR

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Fig. 1 -tire Rotation Fig. 2-Wheel Stud Nut tightening Sequence


0
W H E E LS-B EAR1NG S T I R ES 22-3
drive the car over a smooth portion of highway at conditions or to mechanical faults which should be
various speeds and note the effect of acceleration corrected. Various types of abnormal tire wear with
and deceleration on noise level. Axle and exhaust their causes and corrective action are shown in (Fig.
noise change in intensity under these conditions, while 3).
tire noise will usually remain constant. If after road
testing the vehicle it was determined that tires may Underinflation
For the maximum results in stability and handling,
be causing the noise, inflate all the tires to 50 psi.
Drive the car over the same route at the same speeds ride quality and tire life, tire inflation pressures
should not be allowed to go below the recommended
as before to determine whether the disturbance
inflation pressures. When a tire is underinflated, this
has been changed. If the disturbance is changed or
results in much faster wear of the shoulders than of
eliminated by overinflating the tires, continue the
road test by deflating one tire at a time to normal the center of tread.
pressure. When the disturbance returns, the last Overinflation
tire deflated will usually be the offender. Tire thump When tire inflation pressures are maintained within
(sometimes referred to as “tramp”) usually occurs in the specifications the tire will wear evenly over the
the speed range of 20-40 MPH and can usually be entire tread. A tire that is overinflated wears much
located this way. If you have a “thumper”, replace faster in the center of the tread.
the tire.
Tire roughness can be caused by a single tire with Cracked Treads
two or more “thump” spots in it, or by two or more This is the result of alternate under and over in-
thumping tires at speeds of 40-70 MPH. To isolate flation, exceeding the recommended full rated load,
the cause of this condition, you may have to substi- high temperature and high speed driving.
tute the spare for each of the four tires, with all
tires inflated to normal pressure. Tire roughness is Excessive Camber Wear
recognized as a low-frequency rumble or vibration Excessive wheel camber, either positive or nega-
and is very similar to driveline vibration. Positive tive causes the tire to run at an angle to the road. One
separation of the two disturbances can only be ac- side of the tread wears much more than the other. For
complished by using a known set of good tires or by best corrective results have the front wheel camber
towing the vehicle with the propeller shaft removed. adjusted to specifications.
To correct tire roughness, replace the offending tires. Toe-in or Toe-out Tread Wear
Excessive toe-in or toe-out causes wear on the edges
Tire Wear Patterns of the front tires. An excessive amount of either toe-
An inspection of the tires, together with informa- in or toe-out actually drags the tire instead of letting
tion as to locality of vehicle operation will usually in- the tire roll true. This wear condition will usually
dicate whether abnormal wear is due to operating produce a tapered or feathered edge on the outside
RAPID WEAR RAPID WEAR CRACKED WEAR ON FEATHERED BALD
AT SHOULDERS AT CENTER TREADS ONE SIDE EDGE SPOTS

UNDER OVER UNDER- EXCESSIVE INCORRECT WHEEL


INFLATION INFLATION INFLATION OR CAMBER TOE UNBALANCED
.--

l
EXCESSIVE
SPEED

--
DYNAMIC OR
ADJUST PRESSURE TO ADJUST ADJUST FOR STATIC
CORRECTION SPECIFICATIONS WHEN CAMBER TO TOE-IN BALANCE
TIRES ARE COOL SPECIFICATIONS 1/8 INCH WHEELS

Fig. %-Tire Wear Patterns


22-4 WHEELS-B EARINGS-TI RES 0

ribs. Have the toe-in or toe-out adiusted to specifica- and with unbalance conditions. Regardless of the
tions to correct. cause of cupped wear on either front tire, no align-
ment or balance job can prevent future excessive
Bald Spot, Cupped or Scalloped Tire wear of the spots. Once a front tire acquires flat or
Tread Wear cupped spots additional wear will continue at a rapid
Cupping, scalloping and bald spotting of tires is rate. To correct this condition, tire rotation and
associated with wear on a car driven mostly at high- wheel balance are necessary. A cupped tire will
way speeds without the recommended tire rotation partially true itself up on a rear wheel.

WHEELS
All models use steel drop center wheels. The safety the balance weight should be added to the inside of
rim wheel (Fig. 4) has raised sections between the wheel and the other half to the outside.
the rim flanges and the rim well. Initial inflation of
the tire forces the bead over these raised sections. TIRE AND WHEEL RUNOUT
Tire-wheel separation under extreme hard cornering Wheels and tires may be measured for both radial
is prevented by these safety humps. Furthermore, in and lateral runout. Radial runout (eccentricity) is
case of a tire failure, the raised sections hold the tire the difference between the high and low points on the
in position on the wheel until the car can be tread of the tire; lateral runout is the “wobble” of
brought to a safe stop. the wheel and/or tire.
Prior to measuring the wheel or tire for runout,
TIRE-WHEEL BALANCE the accuracy of the drum at the mounting bolts should
The need for tire and wheel assembly balancing is be determined. The car should be driven a short
indicated by heavy vibration of the steering wheel distance and immediately lifted off the ground before
when driving at speeds above 40 miles an hour. the measurement is made so that “flat-spotting” of
Static (still) balance is equal distribution of the the tire (from being parked) does not affect the run-
weight of the wheel and tire around the spindle, so out measurement.
that the assembly has no tendency to rotate by itself. (1) Attach dial indicator C-3339 to a firm base so
An assembly that has a heavy spot is statically out it will be held steady while taking the runout readings.
of balance and can produce a bouncing motion. (2) Place plunger of dial indicator against one of
A wheel and tire, to be in dynamic balance, must the center ribs of the tire tread and rotate the
first be in static balance and also be in balance from assembly slowly to measure radial runout. This mea-
inside to outside. A wheel not in dynamic balance can surement should not exceed .060 inch.
produce wobble or shimmy. (3) To measure lateral runout, position the dial in-
Correction for static unbalance is made by first dicator against the side of the tire. This measure-
finding the location of the heavy spot, then adding ment should not exceed .080 inch.
sufficient weight to counterbalance it (follow the Rotating the tire on the wheel may reduce runout
equipment manufacturers recommendations.) Half or it may be necessary to take dial indicator measure-

(
F

1 Fig. 4-Safety Type Rim Fig. 5-Runout Checking Are6


0 WHEELS-B EARINGS-TI RES 22-5
ments of the wheel itself in order to determine moval and installation, care should be used to be sure
which unit has the excessive runout. Measure runout the forces are applied to the correct area of the
at the protected areas “A” and “B” (Fig. 5), where covers. To install the wheel covers, insert the tire
the tire bead pilots. The radial runout, “A” should valve through the cover valve hole and seat this por-
not exceed .035 inch. The lateral runout “B”, should tion of the cover completely. Apply force 180” from
not exceed .045inch. the valve hole to complete the installation. When re-
NOTE: Under no circumstances should point indicat- moving the wheel covers, pry completely loose 180”
ed by “C“ be used for measuring wheel runout as from the valve hole first. Continue prying toward the
this metal has been sheared in the manufacturing valve hole until covers are loose. Do not remove
process and is not an even surface. the wheel cover at the valve stem hole. The covers
are structurally stronger at the outer circumference
WHEEL COVERS to withstand the force required for removal and in-
stallation. Use a rubber end mallet when installing
To avoid damaging the wheel covers during re- the covers.

BEAR1NGS
FRONT WHEEL BEARING LUBRICATION spinning.
(2) Examine bearing cups for pitting, brinnel
Front wheel bearing lubricant should be changed
marks or other imperfections. If cups are damaged,
at the recommended intervals or at the time of nor-
remove them from the hub with a soft steel drift
mal brake reline. Lubricant should not be added to
positioned in the slots in the hub.
that already in the bearings.
(3) Bearing cup areas in the hub should be smooth
Removal (without Disc Brakes) without scored or raised metal which could keep the
(1) Raise vehicie so front wheels are free of the cups from seating against shoulders in hub.
floor. (4) The bearing cones and rollers should have
(2) Remove wheel cover, grease cap, cotter pin, smooth, unbroken surfaces without brinnel marks.
nut lock and bearing adjusting nut. The ends of the rollers and both cone flanges
(3) Remove thrust washer and outer bearing cone. should also be smooth and free from chipping or
(4) Slide wheel, hub and drum assembly off the other damage.
spindle.
(5) Drive out inner oil seal and remove bearing lnstallation (without Disc Brakes)
(1) If the bearing cups were removed, start the
cone.
new cups into hub evenly, driving them flush with hub
Removal (with Disc Brakes) using a soft steel block and hammer. Seat cups
(1) Raise vehicle so front wheels are free of floor. against shoulders of hub, using a soft steel drift and
(2) Remove wheel cover and loosen and remove hammer.
wheel nuts and remove wheel and tire assembly. (2) Fill hub grease cavity (Fig. 6) with recom-
(3) Remove grease cap, cotter pin, nut lock and mended wheel bearing lubricant. Lubricant should be
bearing adjusting nut. even with inner diameter of bearing cups.
(4) Remove bolts that attach disc brake caliper (3) Force lubricant between bearing cone rollers
assembly to steering knuckle. or repack using a suitable bearing packer.
(5) Slowly slide caliper assembly up and away from (4) Install inner cone and a new seal, with lip of
brake disc and support caliper assembly on steering seal facing inward. Using Tool C-3893, position seal
knuckle arm. CAUTION: Do not leave caliper as- flush with end of hub. The seal flange may be dam-
sembly hang by brake hose, as possible brake hose aged if tool is not used.
damage may result. (5) Clean the spindle and apply a light coating of
(6) Remove thrust washer and outer bearing cone. wheel bearing lubricant over the polished surfaces.
(7) Slide wheel hub and drum assembly off the (6) Install wheel tire and drum assembly on spindle.
spindle. (7) Install outer bearing cone, thrust washer and
(8) Drive out inner seal and remove beadng cone. adjusting nut.
Cleaning and inspection lnstallation (with Disc Brakes)
(1) Clean the hub and drum assembly and the bear- (1) If bearing cups were removed, start new cup
ings in kerosene, mineral spirits or other similar into hub evenly, driving them flush with hub using a
cleaning fluids. Do not dry the bearings by air soft steel block and hammer. Seat cups against shoul-
22-6 SPECI FICAT10 NS 0

HUB GREASE CAVITY


NMl B Fig. 7-Front Wheel Bearing Adjustment
(7) Slowly slide caliper assembly down on brake
Fig. 6-Wheel Hub Grease Cavity disc assembly and position correctly.
(8) Install caliper assembly over disc and align
ders of hub, using a soft steel drift and hammer. mounting holes. Install mounting bolts and tighten
(2) Fill hub grease cavity (Fig. 6) with recom- to 45 to 60 foot-pounds.
mended bearing lubricant, see Lubrication Group 0. (9) Install tire and wheel and tighten wheel nut
Lubricant should be even with inner diameter of to specifications.
bearing cups.
(3) Force lubricant between bearing cone rollers Adjustment
or repack using a suitable bearing packer. (1) Tighten wheel bearing adjusting nut to 90
(4) Install inner cone and a new seal with lip of inch-pounds while rotating wheel.
seal facing inward. Using Tool C-3893, position seal (2) Position nut lock (Fig. 7) on nut with one pair
flush with end of hub. The seal flange may be dam- of slots in line with cotter pin hole.
aged if tool is not used. (3) Back off adjusting nut lock assembly one slot
( 5 ) Clean the spindle and apply a light coating of and install cotter pin. The resulting adjustment should
wheel bearing lubricant over the polished surfaces. be zero (no preload) to .003 inch end play.
(6) Install hub and braking disc assembly on spindle (4) Clean the grease cap, coat inside with wheel
and install outer bearing cone, thrust washer and bearing lubricant (do not fill) and install.
adjusting nut. ( 5 ) Install wheel covers and lower vehicle to floor.

SP ECIFICATIONS
WHEELS Dart Coronet Charger
Type .............................. Steel Disc
Rim ............................... Drop Center-Safety Wheel
Size-Standard (Drum Brakes) ...... 13 x 4-llU *14 x 5 K 14 x 5-l/2JK
-Station Wagon ............... - 14 x.5-11 2K -
-Convertible with 273 and A/C . . 14 x 51/25 -
-Disc Brakes .................. 14 x 4-1/U 14 x 5-l/2JK
-Convertible with 273 and A/C . . 14 x 5-1/2J -
-Station Wagon (Disc Brakes) . . - 14 x 11/2K -
No. of Wheel Nuts .................. 5 5 5
Stud Size ......................... 7/ 16”-20 112”-20 1/ 2”-20
Stud Hole Circle ................... 4II 4-112” 4-1/2”
Wheel Nut Toraue .................. 55 ft-lbs. 65 ft-lbs. 65 ft-lbs.
Bearing Nut Torque (Wheel Spinning) 70 in-lbs. 90 in-lbs. 90 in-lbs.
TIRES
Type .............................. Tubeless
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Size .............................. (See Minimum Tire Size Chart


in this Section)
* 14 x 51/2K wheel used with 7.75-14 H.P. tires with 426 and 440 engines.
(For Vehicle Load and Recommended Tire Pressures, see Chart in this Section.)
0 TIGHTENING REFERENCE 22-7

TIGHTENING REFERENCE
Pounds
Foot Inch
Wheel Bearing Nut (with Wheel Spinning)
Dart ................................. 70
Coronet-Charger ...................... 90
Wheel Stud Nut
Dart ................................. 55
Coronet-C harger ...................... 65

The factory-installed tires on your car are selected to provide adequate load carrying capacity for all vehicle
loads up to the full rated capacity of your car as indicated in the table for the designated models.

Minimum Tire Size-Dart

Equipment Sedan-Hardtop Convertible


Qualifications Full Rated load 1100 Lbs. Full Rated load 1100 lbs.

Engine Displacement (Cubic-Inch) Engine Displacement (Cubic-Inch)

1 70 225 273 1 70 225 273


Standard ....................... 6.50-13 6.50.13 7.00-13 7.00-13 7.W13 7.00-13
Air Conditioned ................. - 7.00-13 7.00-13 - 7.0013 D70-14
Trailer Towing .................. - 7.00-13 7.00-13 - 7.00-13 7.00-13
8 Ply Rating 8 Ply Rating - 8 Ply Rating 8 Ply Rating
Disc Brakes .................... - 6.9514 6.9514 6.9514 6.9514
Disc Brakes &
Air Conditioned ................. - 6.95-14 D70-14 - D70-14 D70-14
Disc Brakes &
Trailer Towing .................. - D70-14 D70-14 - D70-14 070-14

Minimum fire Size-Coronet


I
Equipment Sedan-Hard fop-Convertible Station Wagon
Qualifications Full Rated load 1 1 00 Lbr. Full Rated load-2 Seat '150 lbs*
3 Seat 1200 lbs.
1
I

Engine Displacement (Cubic-Inch) Engine Displacement (Cubic-Inch)

225 273 318 383 426 440 225 273 318 383
Hemi '

itandard ................ 7.35-14 7.3514 7.3514 7.7514 7.7514 7.7514 7.7514 8.2514 8.25-14 8.2514 2 Seat
H.P. H.P. 8.2514 8.2514 8.2514 8.2514 3 Seat
Lir Conditioned .......... 7.3514 7.3514 7.7514 7.7514 - 7.7514 7.7514 8.2514
H.P. 8.2514 8.2514
8.2514
8.2514
8.2514
8.2514
2 Seat
3 Seat
'railer Towing ........... 7.7514 7.7514 7.7514 7.7514 - -
8.2514 8.2514
8 Ply 8 Ply
8.2514
8 Ply
8.2514
8 Ply
22-8 TIGHTENING REFERENCE 0

Minimum Tire Size-Charger


Equipment Fastback
Qualifications Full Rated Load 950 Lbs.
Engine Displacement (Cubic-Inch)
318 383 426 Hemi 440
Standard ......................................... 7.3514 7.7514 7.75-14 7.75-14
H.P. H.P.
Air Conditioned ................................... 7.7514 7.7514 - 7.75-14
H.P.
Trailer Towing .................................... 7.7514 7.7514 - -

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Tire Pressures (Cold)

Model For All Loads Up Recommended For Vehicle Full


To Full Rated 5 Pass. Or Leu Rated Load-Lbr.
Front Rear Front Rear
DART
Sedans, Hard Top .................... 30 30 24 24 1100
Convertible .......................... 26 26 24 24 1100
CORONET
Sedans, Hard Top, Convertible ........ 28 30 24 24 1100
2 Seat Station Wagon ................. 24 32 24 28 1150
3 Seat Station Wagon ................. 24 32 24 28 I 1200
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CHARGER
28 30 *24 *26 950
1. Cold inflation pressures must not exceed 32 psi for 4-ply rating and 40 psi for &ply rating tires. Pressure build-
up during driving is normal. Do not reduce pressure of warm tires.
2. In case of unusual high speed type service, special tires should be used. Above 90 mph, high speed tires in-
flated to the “All Loads” condition are required, For full rated loads above 75 mph, either oversize tires a t the
“All Loads” pressure, or 8 ply rating tires at 6 psi higher pressure, are necessary.
3. Trailer towing packages may provide oversize or 8 ply rating tires. When these tires are 8 ply rating tires,
operating pressures (cold) should be increased 4 psi front and rear.
4. Oversize tires use the same pressure as standard tires.
5. Snow tires should not be operated a t the reduced pressures.
* Recommended for 4 passenger or less.
- BODY AND FRAME
GROUP 23

CONTENTS
Page Page
BODY AND FRAME ALIGNMENT ........ 89 SEALING ............................. 80
CONVERTIBLE ........................ 72 SHEET METAL AND DOORS ............ 5
INTERIOR TRIM AND SEATS ........... 47 WINDSHIELD AND REAR WINDOW ...... 67
MAINTENANCE AND CARE ............ 1 VINYL ROOF COVERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
REF1N ISH I NG PROCEDURES ........... 91
GENERAL INFORMATION
”Unibody” Construction panels, enclose the retaining nuts for attaching fend-
The featured “Unibody” type construction is one in ers and hood hinge supports. Inner hinge reinforce-
which the body shell and the underbody (frame) are ments assure door alignment and maintain proper
welded together into one unit. door adjustment.
To achieve greater rigidity and overall strength of The radiator support, fender wheelhousings and
the body-shell, two additional heavy-duty crossmem- cowl panels are attached to the body, adding structur-
bers, one under the rear seat area and the other at al strength to the fore-structure and the body assem-
the extreme rear end of the body are welded to the bly.
box side rails. An integral fore-structure assembly, extending for-
Heavy duty roof bows are used providing greater ward of the front passenger compartment, is bolted
strength to the roof panel. The front door hinge pillar to the “Unibody” with ten body bolts, eight of these
is one continuous piece from the roof rail to the body lie in a fore-and-aft position and two in a transverse
sill. Sheet metal seams overlap for improved sealing. position.
Metal cages, welded to the outside of the cowl side

MAINTENANCE AND CARE


(APPEARANCE-DRAIN HOLES-LUBRICATION)
INDEX
Page Page
APPEARANCE Glove Compartment ....................... 3
ACRYLIC FIN ISHES-POLISH I NG ............ 4 Headliners ................................ 3
B R I G HT M ETALS-POL1 SH I NG .............. 4 Kick Pad Panels .......................... 3
CONVERTIBLE Luggage Compartment .................... 3
Backlight ................................. 2 Package Shelfs ............................ 3
Boot ..................................... 2 Sealers-Leather and Vinyl ................ 3
Top ...................................... 2 Seats .................................... 3
Well ...................................... 2 Spots and Stains .......................... 2
GENERAL INFORMATION .................... 1 Test for Material Type ..................... 2
GLASS ..................................... 4 POL1SH I NG
INTERIOR TRIM Acrylic Finishes .......................... 4
Cargo Area (Station Wagon) ................ 4 Bright Metals ............................. 4
Carpets and Rubber Mats .................. 3 Scratches and Overspray .................. 4
Color Restoration or Change ............... 4 TIRES ...................................... 4
Door Panels .............................. 3 VINYL ROOF COVERING ..................... 2
Floor Covering ............................ 3 DRAIN HOLES ................................
General Instructions ...................... 2 LUB R I CAT I ON ................................
GENERAL INFORMATION
The procedures for maintaining “new car” appear- foreign element on the material. For satisfactory re-
ance of material covered in the APPEARANCE sec- sults, appearance maintenance should be performed
tion are those most generally used. The final results by qualified experienced personnel using the recom-
may vary due to application of agents by persons in- mended agents and established service procedures.
experienced at this work and also from the type of
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APPEARANCE
CONVERTIBLE back of the trim panels. Another method of testing is
to rub the back of a fingernail over the surface of the
Never lower a wet top. Dampness may cause forma- material. Synthetic materials appear to “whistle”
tion of mildew, and damage to the fabric will result. when this is done.
T o p F r e q u e n t brushing and vacuuming will keep Spots and Stains-When using water to remove a
the top free of abrasive dust and dirt. When washing, spot, be sure to wash entire section after spot has
the material should be thoroughly wet. been removed to avoid water stains. Before cleaning
For scrubbing, use only a soft, natural bristle hand seats, door panels, headliner, etc., remove as many
scrub brush. Use warm water and naphtha bar type spots as possible.
soap as the cleaning agent. Do not wash in direct Use a putty knife to break up and remove en-
sunlight. Scrub with soap suds, starting in the center crusted foreign matter. Vacuum thoroughly.
and gradually working toward the edges. Rinse thor- Apply the recommended spot removing agent with
oughly with clean water to remove all traces of soap. a clean cloth or sponge. Work in a wide circle to
Allow to dry completely before lowering. prevent making a ring and work toward center.
Backlight-The backlight (rear window) is a solid Surface Spots-Brush out with a small hand brush,
tempered glass. using care not to damage fabric when brushing.
Top Boot and Well-Remove all abrasive dust and Deep Penetrating Spots-Apply the spot removing
dirt from boot and well by brushing or vacuuming. agent by brushing. When spot is thoroughly worked
For scrubbing, use only a soft, natural bristle hand and saturated, use high air pressure to blow dirt
scrub brush. Use warm water and naphtha type bar down through material. Occasionally the entire spot
soap. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. Use a soft may not be removed and it will then be necessary to
absorbent cloth to dry. cover the area with a light application of dye.
VINYL ROOF COVERING Water Stains-Water stains in fabric materials can be
removed with a cleaning solution made from one cup
Do not use volatile cleaners or solvents on the top of ordinary table salt and one quart of water. Vigor-
covering. ously scrub solution into stain and wash with clean
Wash the vinyl covering with mild soap and luke water. Water stains in nylon and other synthetics
warm water, lathering well with a soft brush, cloth, should be removed with commercial type spot re-
or sponge. Avoid heavy brushing. Rinse all traces of mover, compounded for the specific material being
suds away with clear water. Rinse all soap suds from cleaned.
the paint finish. Mildew-Clean area around mildew with warm suds.
Rinse with cold water, soak mildew area with solution
INTERIOR TRIM of one part common table salt and two parts water,
Most stains can be removed while they are fresh then wash with the recommended upholstery cleaner.
and have not hardened and set into the fabric. An Rust Stains-Keep rust remover solution away from
exception is mud or clay, which should be allowed to your skin. Wash hands immediately if exposed. Clean
dry so that most of it can be brushed off. It is help- extra well under fingernails. Read instructions on the
ful, to know the nature of the staining matter so the bottle before using. Wrap a small strip of cloth around
correct cleaning agent may be used. each button to avoid leaving a ring on upholstery
General Instructions: Use a piece of clean cotton material. Dampen the stained area with water. Apply
cheesecloth approximately 3” x 3”. Squeeze most of a commercial rust remover solution, available at dry
the liquid from the fabric and it is less likely to leave cleaning supply or chemical supply houses. Sponge
a ring. Wipe the soiled fabric very lightly with a lift- with clean water to clean rust from upholstery but-
ing motion. Always work from the outside toward the tons. Moisten buttons with a few drops of water ap-
center of the spot. Turn the cheesecloth over as soon plied with a small piece of sponge or cloth. Apply one
as one side becomes stained to prevent working the or more drops of rust remover. Fast dry clean areas
stain matter back into the cleaned portion. with heat lamps.
Use a clean piece of cheesecloth as soon as both Chewing Gum and Tar-Avoid using spotting or
sides become stained. cleaning solution that will dissolve or soften gum or
Testing For Type of Material-Natural cloth will burn tar. Place a cube of ice on gum or tar to harden it.
like string, slow and smoky. Synthetic material such Remove as much as possible with a dull knife when
as nylon, burns fast and “balls up” into a hard mass. it is in this hardened state. Moisten remainder with
Sample material for testing can be found under the cleaning fluid and scrub clean. In some cases soak
seat cushion, sun visor and dome light brackets, or with cleaning fluid and blow the stain through using
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-3
high air pressure. do one section at a time only. Frequently stains will
Ice Cream and Candy-Use a putty knife to remove be evident when material is damp but will disappear
as much substance as possible. Use care not to dam- when dry. Use care not to damage fabric by attempt-
age fibers of upholstery. Most candy has a sugar base ing to brush out “stubborn” spots. Spots should be
and can be removed by rubbing area with a cloth scrubbed, remove loosened dirt by rubbing area
wrung out in warm water. An oily type of candy, briskly with a clean cotton towel or soft rag. Make
after using warm water, should be cleaned with an final strokes in one direction.
upholstery type cleaner that will emulsify with the Nylon or Synthetic Fabrics-For average conditions
oil. Rinse with water and remove remaining stains use methods and materials used in washing cloth up-
with cleaning fluid. holstery. When material is extremely dirty, use multi-
Bloodstains-In removing bloodstains, never use purpose cleaner full strength and a stiff scrub brush.
warm or hot water. Use a clean cloth wrung out in Scrub thoroughly in all directions. Wipe off dirt and
cold water and rub the stain. If this does not com- excess cleaner with a clean cotton towel orsoft rags.
pletely remove the stain, use spot remover or vinyl Leather, Leatherette or Vinyl Fabric-Use Multi-pur-
cleaner and apply with a brush. pose cleaner full strength and a stiff scrub brush.
Wine or Alcohol-Avoid use of soap. Scrub stain with Apply to surface and let set for two (2) minutes then
a cloth moistened in luke warm water. The remaining scrub thoroughly. Clean between all seams and in all
stains can be removed with a regular cleaning solu- cracks and underneath beading. Wipe off dirt and ex-
tion. cess material with a clean cotton towel or soft rag.
Shoe PolishCcrub area with a cloth saturated with Package Shelf-Hard Board Type-Clean using a solu-
cold water. Remove wax base polishes by sponging tion of upholstery cleaner. Avoid water logging the
with spot remover. backing, dry immediately.
Grease, Oil, Lipstick and Related Stains-Use spot Vinyl Type-Clean using multi-purpose cleaner. Dry
remover to avoid leaving a ring. Clean from outside with clean toweling or rags.
of spot and work toward center. When spot has been Kick Pad Panels-Leather-Vinyl-Metal Types-
removed, dry fabric with a clean cloth. Use multi-purpose cleaner full strength. Use a stiff
Headliners-Cloth Type-Mix a solution of water and brush and apply to surface, let set (2) two minutes
a foaming type upholstery cleaner (as shown on the then scrub thoroughly. Clean seams, cracks and be-
container) to produce thick suds. Use only foam neath beading. Dry with a clean soft towel or rag.
when cleaning, as saturation with liquids may result Glove Compartment-Some glove compartments are
in streaks, spots or shrinking. made of a cardboard type material. Do not waterlog.
On nap type, lay down nap, usually left to right. Do Vacuum thoroughly. Clean with upholstery cleaner or
not stop, when washing a headliner. Complete the vinyl cleaner.
entire operation at one time using the same cleaning Floor Covering-Rubber Mat-Vacuum thoroughly
solution. and clean with upholstery cleaner or multi-purpose
Starting in a rear corner, clean only one or two cleaner. Use toweling or rags to remove dirt and
sections at a time. Thoroughly work suds into cloth excess cleaner.
with a natural sponge. Use circular or short back Carpeting-Thoroughly vacuum. Mix one pint of up-
and forth strokes to remove all dirt. When the sponge holstery cleaner to one gallon of water. If carpet is
glides easily, leaving an even distribution of foam faded, discolored or spotted, add upholstery tint to
and headliner appears clean, finish cleaning with this solution. To determine the right color shade, add
sweeping motions in one direction. tint in small quantities only. Test by dipping a white
Hard Board Type-Apply a solution of upholstery rag into solution, wring out and inspect shade. The
cleaner and water with a sponge. Use circular or dye will dry a shade or two darker. With a stiff brush
short back and forth stroke and wipe with a dry clean apply solution and scrub carpet vigorously. Lay nap
cloth. If headliner is extremely dirty, wash with vinyl down in one direction. When dry, fluff carpets by
cleaner using the same procedure. rubbing with a dry brush.
Vinyl Type-Apply vinyl cleaner with a sponge (or if Salt Stains-Vacuum carpet thoroughly. Use a solu-
extremely dirty scrub with a brush) wipe clean with tion made from water and a heavy concentration of
a dry clean cloth. ordinary table salt. Soak the stained area to loosen
Seats and Door Panel-Mix one pint upholstery embedded salt (use a wire brush, if necessary). Wash
cleaner to one gallon of water. If extremely dirty, add entire carpet with the recommended cleaner. Addi-
more cleaner to solution. tional washing may be necessary for satisfactory re-
Do not soak around buttons. Scrub thoroughly with sults.
a brush or sponge. Avoid over soaking the material, Luggage Compartment-Remove all items from com-
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partment. Use a steel brush to loosen rust and caked twice a year.
dirt and vacuum thoroughly. Wash with upholstery The product manufacturer recommendations should
cleaner or multi-purpose cleaner and dry with clean always be followed. Clean metal thoroughly, remov-
toweling or rags. ing all traces of cleaner from corners, etc. After
Cargo-Area (Station WagonLFollow same procedure cleaning, apply and rub out a coat of good body wax
used for Luggage Compartment. to the bright metal. During winter months and in
Color Restoration or Change-Tints and dyes should areas in which salt is used, do not rub out the wax.
be applied by reliable experienced personnel. Dyes Frequent washing of bright metals by steam, will
or tints can be applied when stains persist, after clean- necessitate more frequent applications of the pro-
ing, or a change in color is desired. The instructions tective wax.
for mixing and applying the color must be followed
precisely. Use only those recommended for the exact TIRES
material being worked on. Do not clean tires with scouring powder, steel wool
Leather and Vinyl Sealers-To repair holes cut ma- or other abrasive type cleaners. Clean white side-
terial about 1/2 inch larger than area being repaired. wall tires with a stiff bristle brush and white sidewall
Position patch under hole and apply sealer to con- cleaner, or multi-purpose cleaner and rinse with clean
tacting areas. Apply masking tape over tear to hold water. Scuff marks can be dressed down by sanding
edges in place until sealer dries. After sealer has lightly with #400 sand paper.
dried, remove tape and trim all rough edges. Fill
visible cracks with sealer. Use a step application pro- GLASS
cedure in filling deep cracks. After sealer has thor- Do not use putty knives, razor blades, steel wool,
oughly dried, sand lightly with #400 grade sand- or other metal objects to remove deposits from glass.
paper until color to repaired area. Interior glass surfaces, including convertible back-
POLISHING-Acrylic FinishewPolish at least twice light, should be thoroughly cleaned weekly to remove
a year to remove all foreign film. When polishing use all traces of smoke and other films.
one pad, made from cheesecloth or an old “turkish” Exterior glass surfaces, including convertible back-
towel, to apply polish and another to remove dried light, are best cleaned with the use of a commercially
film. Test area by rubbing fingers over polished sur- made cleaner. Do not scrape off smears from bugs,
face. If not thoroughly cleaned, smears of polish will road tars or other similar objects, use warm water or
show. the recommended solvents to remove.
Sand Scratches-overspray-Foreign Material-Mi- During the winter months, snow, ice and frost can
nor conditions can be removed using the following be removed with a plastic or rubber type scraper, or
procedure: with a commercially made solvent. Do not use metal
(1) Oil and (oleum spirits, mineral spirits or kero- objects to remove deposits from glass.
sene) the affected surface by hand with No. 600 grit
paper. DRAIN HOLES
(2)Remove all sanding sludge. The drain holes, in the bottom of cowl plenum
(3) Machine polish the sanded surface using rubbing chamber, doors and floor sills (rocker panels) should
compound until the surface is completely free of be inspected regularly to insure unobstructed drain-
scratch marks. Blend with adjacent areas. age. Road tars, mud and similar other foreign mat-
(4) Buff surface with a clean lambs wool pad using ers should be removed immediately. Should bare
a liquid type final polish. If the appearance of the metal be exposed, surface treat the metal and re-
polished area is noticeably different than adjacent finish.
areas, completely buff the adjacent panels. If neces- The drain holes in the quarter panel well areas are
sary, polish complete side or horizontal surfaces to sealed with a removable plastic plug. The plugs‘
assure uniform appearance. should only be removed whenever it is necessary to
(5) Use a clean, soft, cotton cloth, do not use cheese- clean or drain fluids from the well area.
cloth, to hand clean all inaccessible areas.
(6) Remove all polish or rubbing compound from
mouldings, medallions, name plates or any other ex- LUBRlCATlON
terior ornamentation. To maintain ease of operation, the hood, door,
Bright Metals-When cleaning anodized aluminum, deck lid and tail gate hinges should be lubricated with
use care not to rub through the anodized coating. the recommended lubricants at the recommended
Bumpers, grilles, exterior mouldings, wheel covers, intervals. Refer to the Lubrication and Maintenance
mirrors, etc. should be thoroughly cleaned at least Group for type of lubricant and lubrication points.
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SHEET METAL-DOORS
INDEX
Page Page
Coronetcharger-Dart CoronetCharger-Dart
ALIGNMENT Trim Panels ................................ 14
Deck Lid ................................... 45 Weatherstrips ............................... 16
Doors ...................................... 10 Windcords .................................. 16
Fenders.................................... 8 FENDERS .................................... 8
.......................................
Grille 10
Hood ...................................... 6 GRILLE ...................................... 10
Tail Gate................................... 39 HOOD ........................................ 6
BUMPERS-Front ............................. 9 Alignment .................................. 6
Rear ....................................... 10 Hinge ...................................... 8
Lock ....................................... 7
DECK LID Replacement ............................... 6
Alignment .................................. 45 Torsion Bars ................................ 7
Hinge ...................................... 45 GARNISH MOULDINGS ........................ 28
Lock and Cylinder .......................... 46 QUARTER PANELS ............................ 28
Lower Panel Seal ............................ 47 Glass ...................................... 28
Replacement ............................... 45 ............................... 33
Torsion Bars ................................ 45
Convertible
............................ 33
Weat herstr ip ................................ 47
Adjustments
Regulators .............................. 33
........................... 34
.

DOORS Replacement
Alignment-Front ........................... 11 Stabilizer Channel ...................... 34
Rear ..................................... 12 Track-Front ............................ 34
Arm Rests .................................. 14 Weatherstrips ....... ................... 16
..................................
?.

Glass ...................................... 18 Hardtop 30


............................... 25 Adjustments ............................ 30
Convertible
............................ 18 Regulators .............................. 32
Adjustments
Regulators .............................. 26 Replacement ........................... 32
........................... 25 Track-Rear ............................ 32
Replacement
............................ 26 Sedan .................................... 28
Run Channel
.................................. 25
Adjustments ............................ 28
Hardtop
............................ 25
Regulators .............................. 30
Adjustments
.............................. 26
Replacement ........................... 29
Regulators Runs and Channels ..................... 30
Replacement ........................... 25 Station Wagon ............................ 37
Run Channel ............................ 26 Handles .................................... 39
Sedan-Front ............................. 18 Trim Panels ................................ 39
Adjustments ............................ 18 Weatherstrips ............................... 43
Regulators .............................. 20
Replacement ........................... 19 RADIATOR CORE SUPPORT .................... 9
Run and Channel ........................ 21 Air Shield and Cross Bar .................... 9
Vent Wing .............................. 18 Replacement ............................... 9
Sedan-Rear .............................. 23 TAIL GATE ................................... 39
Adjustments ............................ 23 Alignment .................................. 39
Regulators .............................. 24 Glass ...................................... 40
Replacement ........................... 24 Adjustments .............................. 40
Runs ................................... 24 Regulators ................................ 41
Stationary Glass ........................ 23 Replacement ............................. 41
Handles-Inside ............................ 14 Run Channels ............................ 42
Outside .................................. 16 Handles .................................... 39
Hinge ...................................... 13 Lock ....................................... 39
Lock ....................................... 12 Replacement ............................... 39
Remote Control ............................. 14 Torsion Bar ................................. 43
Replacement ............................... 13 Trim Panel ................................. 39
Striker and Rotor ............................ 12 Weatherstrips and Seals ..................... 43
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SERVICE PROCEDURES
HOOD
ALIGNMENT
h i o r to making any hood adjustment inspect clear-
e
ances and alignment of hood sides in relation to cowl,
fenders and grille. The cowl adjustment must be
made first.
Hood t o Cowl
(1) Inspect alignment at cowl for tightness, loose-
ness, uneven gap and high or low elevation at
corners.
(2) Scribe hinge position on hood.
(3) Loosen hood attaching bolts (Figs. 1 and 2) and
move hood to desired position to correct alignment.
(4) Tighten attaching bolts 180 inch-pounds.
(5) After Step 4, if rear of hood and fender are not Fig. 2-Hood Adjustment-Coronet-Charger
flush, reset fender to align with cowl and hood. and tighten bolts.
To move hood in, apply pressure on outside edge
Hood to Fender of hood. Lower hood and inspect fit.
After completing previous step 5, inspect front of
hood fender clearance. This clearance is adjusted by Hood Projects Beyond Front of Fender
turning the hood bumper adjusting screws in or out If hood projects beyond fender, and fender to
(Fig. 3). It may also be necessary to move the fender door spacing is too close, shift fender forward.
up or down to desired position.
Hood Side Contour Does Not Follow Fender
When hood side contour does not conform to curve
Unequal Spacing Between Rear of Hood of fender, the hood should be reshaped.
and Fenders (1) Insert a small block of wood (about 1 inch
(1) Loosen hinge-to-hood bolts on each side of hood.
square) between fender flange and hood, just oppo-
(2) Shift hood (at rear) in direction of wide space,
site low spot on hood.
until spacing appears equal. (2) Close hood slowly. With hands placed just
(3) Tighten bolts, lower hood and inspect fit. ahead of block, apply pressure gently to hood.
When spacing is correct on one side only, loosen hood (3) Repeat operation about every six inches un-
to hinge bolts on side to be adjusted. If hood needs til contour of fender and hood conform evenly.
to be moved out, insert a large screwdriver between
upper hinge plate and hood flange and move hood out REPLACEMENT
as required. Hold in position with a screwdriver
Removal
(1) Place a protective covering over cowl and

BUMPER r-rnBUMPER?
I

1 INSTALLED

INSTALLING NP662

Fig. I -Hood Adjustment-Dart Fig. 3 - U d leveling Adjustment


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NP590
LOkK NP589
Flg. 5-Hood Lack and Striker-Coronet
Fig. 4-HOOd Lock and Striker-Dart (4) Adjust alignment and tighten bolts 180 inch-
fender area. pounds.
(5) Remove protective coverings.
(2) Mark outline of hinges on hood to aid in instal-
lation.
(3) With an assistant, remove hinge-to-hood bolts
LOCK
and remove hood assembly. Use care not to permit
hood to slide rearward and damage painted surfaces To adjust lock (Figs. 4, 5 and 6) loosen attaching
of the cowl and fender areas. screws and raise or lower until correct adjustment
has been obtained. After making any adjustment that
requires shifting of hood, always inspect hood striker
Installation and lock plate alignment.
(1) With an assistant, position hood on hinges and
install bolts. Do not tighten. Torsion Bar Replacement
(2) Align scribe markings on hood with hinge and (1) Disengage torsion bar roller (Fig. 7) from its
tighten screws to hold in position. seat on hood hinge by forcing roller end of bar to rear
(3) Close hood and inspect alignment. and raising hood fully.
GROMMET
8 JSPRING

VIEWA
/ -

DLE

NUT

i/ RETAINER

SET SCREW NP664

Fig. 6-Hood Lock and Striker-Charger


23-8 BODY AND
FENDERS
SUPPORT
ALIGNMENT
HINGE Fender to Cowl
Raise hood and loosen fender top screws. Force
-1..
. ROLLER '?i!
rear edge of fender away from cowl with a screw
driver and tighten fender screws.

Fender Too Low At Sill Panel


Loosen fender-to-cowl attaching screws. Position
a floor jack under bottom rear edge of fender. Protect
LEFT BAR , /,-
'F -97- fender edge with a cloth pad raise jack until fender
bottom edge is aligned with bottom edge of sill panel.
Tighten screws and remove jack.
.."A.
NKY14A
1 I
REINFORCEMEF -
Fender To Door Spacing
Fig. 7-HOod Torsion Bars If hood projects beyond fender, and fender to door
spacing is too close, the fender can be shifted slight-
(2) Disengage left hand torsion bar roller from ly forward.
hood hinge. (1) Loosen fender to cowl side panel screws and
(3) Remove hood assembly. move fender forward.
(4) Remove torsion bars from center support and (2) When spacing between door and fender is cor-
remove bars from end reinforcements. rect, and hood is even with front end of fender,
(5) Lubricate torsion bar rollers and install on tighten screws securely.
hinges.
Fender Too Far Forward at Upper Door
(6) Install hood assembly and adjust alignment. Loosen fender-to-cowl screws. Apply pressure to
forward section of fender until alignment is obtained
Hinge Replacement-Dart and tighten screws.
(1) Disengage torsion bar roller from hood hinge.
(2) Scribe hinge location on hood and remove hinge Fender Below Level of Hood
to hood screws. If hood has been properly adjusted and one fender
(3) Support hood at hinge area. is still below level of hood at front, the fender should
be raised.
(4) Remove hinge pivot nut from pivot (Fig. 1) and
(1) Raise hood and loosen fender to radiator sup-
remove hinge. port screws.
(5) Lubricate hinge pivot area with lubriplate and (2) Place a wood block or cloth pad on lifting pad of
position hinge on the pivot. a jack and install under front lower corner of fender.
(6) Using a socket with putty placed on end, posi- (3) Raise jack slowly, when fender is in alignment,
tion a new spring nut on putty and position on pivot. tighten screws.
Press spring nut on pivot using a screw driver.
(7) Install cowl grille panel, lower windshield
_ . .
(4) Lower jack,close hood and inspect alignment.
_ _ . . _ . _-.
(5) Adjust hood bumpers as requirea
moulding and wind!shield wiper arm and blade.
(8) Remove hooci support and position hinge on REPLACEMENT
hood.
(9) Install hinge Removal
to hood
tighten to 180 inch pounds.
hood and (1) Disconnect battery ground strap.
1
(2) Tape leading edge of front doc)r and cowl to
(10) Engage torsjion bar roller with hinge. fender area to avoid damaging paint.
(3) Remove front bumper assembly.
Coronet-Charger Models (4) Disconnect head lamp wires anc1 remove grille
The hood hinge (,F--i g .~21 is _________
-,. - _ _ the
attached to hood
____ ___ _ - bv extension_to.fender
_ ~ nuts.
-

two screws and the fender splash shield by thr& (5) Remove nuts and screws attaching fender to
screws. prior to removing hinge screws, prop hood cowl, floor sill, splash shields and radiator yoke (Figs.
in the wide opening postion. The prop should be posi- 8 and 9).
tioned so hood cannot move rearward. (6) Remove fender assembly and if necessary re-
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RADIATOR CORE SUPPORT

REPLACEMENT
Removal
(1) Drain and remove radiator.
(2) Remove hood lock striker, horn and head lamp
wiring from core support.
(3) From under fenders remove splash shield to
core support screws.
(4) Remove support to frame screws and support.

lnstallation
(1) Position core support on frame and install
screws finger tight.
(2)From under fenders, install splash shield to
RADIATOR ROSSMEMBER
SUPPORT core support screws finger tight only.
NP87
(3) When all screws have been installed, tighten
progressively.
Fig. 8-Fender Attachment-Dart (4)Attach horn and light wires to core support
with plastic straps.
move fender mouldings, ornamentation and head (5) Install radiator and hoses, fill cooling system
lamp assemblies. and inspect for leaks.

/fISfallUtiOH AIR SHIELD AND CROSS BAR


(1) Install head lamps, mouldings and ornamenta-
tion.
(2) Carefully position fender on studs at cowl side Refer to (Figs. 10 and 11) for air shield and cross
and align fender with mounting holes in radiator yoke. bar attaching points.
Install all screws and nuts.
(3) With fender correctly positioned, tighten screws
and nuts securely. BUMPERS
(4) Connect head lamp wires and install grille to
fender nuts. Connect battery g r o u q strap. A FRONT BUMPER
Refer to (Figs. 12, 13 and 14 for front bumper
attaching points.
$%a, LOCK STRIKER

\v \\ UP<ER CROSS BAR

LOCK VERTICAL
SUPPORT
FRONT SIDE RAIL

Fig. 9-Fender Attachment-Coronet-Charger Fig. IO-Air Shield and Cross Bar-Dart


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LOCK VERTICAL SUPPOR

.-.--

AIRSHIELD

NN518

Fig. 1 1-Air Shield and Cross Bar-Coronet-Charger


REAR BUMPER against front face of fenders at outer edges to avoid
stressing or fracturing die cast metal.
Refer to (Figs. 15 and 16 for rear bumper attach-
ing points. DOORS
The service procedures for internal door com-
‘ GRILLE ponents do not include obvious operations, such as re-
moving door or quarter panel trim panels, testing
ALIGNMENT AND REPLACEMENT
Refer to (Figs. 17, 18 and 19) for grilIe attaching
points. When assembling grille, install screws into
points marked “X” on left side first to laterally align
grille to frame opening. The grille must be held

t
i-

NNER SUPPORT

OUTER INNER
SUPPORT

NP97 NP585

Fig. 12-Front Bumper Attachment-Dart Fig. 1%Front Bumper dttachment-Corone)


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\
NP586

Fig. 14-Front Bumper Attachment-Charger


HEADLAMP FENDER PANEL’ NP588

Fig. 17-Grille Attachment-Dart


made at the front pillar or in the door itself (Fig. 20).
(1) Scribe a line around upper and lower hinge
straps.
(2) Place a wooden block on lifting plate of a floor
jack and position it under door (Support door near
IMPACT BRACKET
center of balance when hinge bolts are loosened).
(3) Loosen upper and lower door hinge bolts.
(4) Observing scribe mark, raise or lower jack until
NP98 door is in desired position.
(5) Tighten hinge bolts and remove jack.
Fig. 15-Rear Bumper Attuchment-Dart
(6) Open and close door several times and inspect
operation of window or inspecting glass fit after ad- clearance around all edges.
justments or replacement have been performed. (7) Repeat steps 5, 6 and 7 until door is centered
in opening.
ALIGNMENT
FRONT DOORS Fore and Aft
(1) With door in a full open position (trim panel
U p and Dawn
“Up” or “down” adjustment of the door can be
d CROSSMEMBER

NP584

Fig. 16-Rear Bumper Attachment-Coronet-Charger Fig. 18-Grille Attachment-Coronet


23-12 BODY AND FRAME 0

In and out
(1) With door fully opened, place a wooden block
on lifting plate of a floor jack and position under
outer edge of door.
(2)Loosen upper hinge to pillar bolts.
(3) Raise or lower jack until upper part of door has
moved in or out desired amount (raising outer end of
door will move upper part into door opening).
(4) Tighten upper hinge to pillar bolts.
BRACKET, T”” c7h‘ ( 5 ) Loosen lower hinge to pillar bolts.
(6) Raise or lower jack until lower part of door is in
desired position (lowering jack moves lower end into
door opening).

PAD .- (7) Tighten attaching bolts.


(8) Close door and observe alignment of door
with body sill, fender, cowl and “B’post.
(9) Adjust the door lock striker.
FRAME
REAR DOOR
Fig. 19-Grille Attachment-Charger
Up and Down
(1) With door closed and front door open, scribe
removed) scribe a line around upper and lower hinge location of upper and lower hinges on door frame
straps. (Fig. 20).
(2)Place a wooden block on lifting plate of a floor (2)With rear door slightly ajar, position a floor jack
jack and position it under outer end of door. under center of door.
(3) Loosen upper hinge bolts only. (3) Loosen hinge to door bolts.
(4) Observe scribe marks and raise or lower door (4) Observe scribe marks and raise or lower door
to desired position (raising outer end of door moves to desired position.
upper part of door forward when in closed position). (5) Tighten hinge bolts, close door and inspect
(5) Tighten attaching bolts. alignment.
(6) Loosen lower hinge bolts and raise or lower door (6) Adjust the door lock striker.
to desired position (lowering end of door moves lower
part of door forward when in closed position). Fore and Afi
(1)Remove “B” post trim panel and scribe around
(7) Tighten attaching bolts. pillar post hinge plate.
(8) Open and close door several times and inspect (2) Loosen upper and lower pillar post hinge
clearance around edges. screws.
(9) Repeat steps 4, 5, 6 and 7 until door is centered (3) With rear door slightly ajar, push door fore or
opening. aft to desired position.
(10) Adjust the door lock striker. (4) Tighten hinge screws, close door and inspect
TAPPING PLATE
alignment.
( 5 ) Install trim panel and adjust the door lock strik-
er.
In and out
(1) Scribe door around door hinge plate.
(2)Loosen upper hinge bolts.
(3) Grasp front edge of door at hinge and push door
in or pull out to desired position.
(4) Tighten hinge bolts. Adjust one hinge at a
time to prevent door from dropping in opening.

STRIKER AND ROTOR


Coronet-Charger Models
Fig. 20-Door Hinges The door strikers are attached to the pillars (Fig.
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-13

STRIKER from regulator motor and remove from door.


PILLAR / DOOR (1) With door in wide open position, place a jack,
with a block of wood on lifting plate of jack, as near
hinge as possible to support door as hinge bolts are
loosened.
(2) Remove door interior trim and hardware.
(3) Scribe a line around upper and lower hinge
plates on door panel.
(4) Remove hinge screws from door and remove
door for further disassembly.

lnstallation
(1) With door inner hardware installed, place door
NP102 in position in door opening, supported by a padded
jack.
Fig. 2 I-Door Striker and Rotor
(2) Position hinge plates on door and install
21). Oversize holes permit up and down and in and screws finger tight only.
out movement. Fore and aft movement is made by (3) Adjust jack to align scribe marks and tighten
adding or removing shims between the striker and screws. On electric window lifts, install the wiring in
post. The striker plate should be adjusted to lift the doors and attach to the motor and control switch.
the door slightly.

DOOR LATCH AND STRIKER PIN Rear Door (All Models)


Removal
On vehicles with electric window lifts disconnect
Dart Models
The front door cannot be locked until the door is wires from motor, control switch and door, prior to
completely closed. The silent type door latch (Fig. 22) door removal.
features a rubber isolation of the round striker pin (1) Open rear door and place a padded jack under
on the door frame and those surfaces acting as stops door near the hinges.
inside the latch. The latch assembly is built into a (2) Remove door interior trim and hardware.
sheet metal pocket on the door face. The striker pin (3) Scribe aligning marks around hinge plates on
is attached by a single screw which also allows for ad- door.
justing. (4) Remove hinge to door screws and remove door.

DOOR REPLACEMENT lnstallation


On vehicles with electric window lift,. insert wiring
Front Door (All Models) into the door and attach the wiring to the motor and
Removal control switch prior to the installation of trim panel.
On vehicles with electric windows, disconnect wirer (1) With rear door inner hardware installed, sup-
port door on a padded jack and position door on
hinges.
(2) Install hinge screws finger tight.
(3) Align hinges with scribe marks, tighten screws,
and test door for alignment.
(5) Install door trim and hardware.

HINGE REPLACEMENT

LATCH
The door hinges (Figs. 20) are attached to the doors
by screws accessible from the outside. The front door
hinges are each attached to the “A” post by three
screws.
The rear door upper hinges (on station wagon
NP583 models), are attached to the “B” post by three screws
Fig. 22-Door Latch und Striker Pin accessible from the outside. On sedan models, the
23-14 BODY AND FRAME 0

f - ,REGULATOR HANDLE

7-l
% NN610
IDOOR.QUARTERSANEL
: -
-
Fig. 23-Regulator Handle Attachment
&I
screws are accessible through an access hole in the ASH RECEIVER
“B” post. u
VIE W-A-A
VIEW B-6 NPS92
INSIDE HANDLES
Fig. 25-Arm Rest Appliccrtion-Coroneharger
Window Regulator Handle
The window regulator handles are retained on the (6) Install trim panel to door screws, escutcheon
shaft with an allen set screw (Fig. 23). washer, handles and arm rest.

Remote Control Handle Remote Control (Manual)


The remote control handle (Fig. 24) is attached to Removal
the control unit with a screw at the rear inner end. (1) Raise door glass and remove remote control
base to door panel screws (Figs. 27,28 and 29).
Arm Rests (2) Remove link from remote control lever and
The arm rests (Figs. 25 and 26) are retained by two lock assembly.
metal screws inserted at the bottom of the arm rest (3) Remove control from door and linkage through
base. The pad and base can be separated and the pad large opening in door.
may be recovered.
lnstallation
(1) Before installing remote control assembly, coat
TRIM PANELS parts with lubriplate.
(2) Install linkage through door opening and con-
Door Trim Panel Replacement
(1) Remove inside handles and arm rests.
(2) Remove trim panel to door panel screws.
I e---
(3) Insert a wide blade screw driver between trim
panel and door next to the retaining clips. Snap clips
out of door panel and remove trim panel.
(4) Before installing trim panel, make certain the
watershield is properly cemented in place.
(5) With escutcheon spring placed on regulator
shaft align trim panel retaining clips with holes in
door and bump into place with heel of hand.

4’ FRONT DOOR NP593

Fig. 24-Remote Control Handle Fig. 24-Arm Rest Application-Dart


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-15

REMOTE CONTROL

Fig. 27-Front Door Remote Control-


Coronet-Charger
nect link to the control lever and lock.
VIEW A NN546
(3) Install control attaching screw and test opera-
tion. Fig. 29-Rear Door Remote Control-Coronet

Lock Replacement
Removal
(1) Disconnect handle to lock link (Figs. 30 and 31)
and from lock by pulling link outward.
(2) Disconnect locking lever rod (front door only)
from lock.
(3) Disconnect lock control rod from lock.
(4) Remove lock assembly to door screws.
(5) Rotate lock and disconnect remote control link
when removing lock. CK
(6) Lubricate all moving points of lock assembly.

lnsta Ilation
(1) Position lock assembly in door and connect re-
mote control link to lock lever. VIEW I N CIRCLE "A" Np720

Fig. 30-Rear Door Locking Contrd-Dart


(2) Install lock retaining screws and connect handle
to lock link.

CLIP

f'
CONTROL
LiNK LdCK

NN545

Fig. 28-Door Latch and Control-Dart Fig. 3 I-Rear Door Locking Control-Coronet
23-16 BODY AND FRAME 0

(3) Connect locking lever rod (front door only) to


lock assembly.
(4)Connect locking lever rod and remote control
link to lock.

lock Cylinder
Removal
(1) With window in the up position, disconnect cyl-
inder link (Figs. 32 and 33) from clip on lock lever (4
door only) and from cylinder.
(2) On 2 door models, disconnect lock link from clip
on lock lever, remove link control bracket screws
and remove cylinder link from cylinder.
(3) Remove retainer from cylinder body and cylin-
der from door.

Installation
(1) Position cylinder in door and install retainer on
cylinder body.
(2) Connect the cylinder link to cylinder arm and Fig. 33-Door Lock Cylinder-Coron~-Charger
to clip on lock lever (4 door models). REAR DOOR
(3) On 2 door models connect cylinder link to cyl-
inder, position link bracket on door face and install Removal
screws. Connect lock link to lock. (1) With door open and glass in up position, remove
retainer from link at handle connector.
(2) Depress handle release button and remove link
OUTS1DE HAND LE-Front Door from handle connector.
(3) Remove handle to door nuts and handle.
Removal Installation
(1) With door glass in up position, remove nuts (1) Position handle in door and install nuts.
from mounting studs (Figs. 34 and 35) and link (2) Depress handle button and position link over
from handle to lock. connector on handle.
(2) Lift handle up and out of door. (3) Install retainer over link and connector.
WEATHERSTRIPS AND WINDCORDS
Installation
(1) Position handle into door and engage handle to Door Weatherstrips
lock link. Make sure all weatherstrip particles and cement
(2) Attach stud nuts and test handle operation. are removed.
CYLIFDER

RETAINER GASKET

~
I
DER

NP663 NN565

Fig. 32-Door Lock Cylinder-Dart Fig. 34-Front Door Handle-Durt


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-17

Fig. 35-Front Door Handle-Coronet-Charger

Sedan and Station Wagon Models (Figs. 36 Fig. 37-Door Weatherstrips-Coronet Sedan
and 37)
(1) Apply lower half of weatherstrip, starting at Coronet-Charger (Fig. 39)
hinge fact at belt line, working fasteners into holes (1) Apply a coat of cement to weatherstrip contact
in shut face of doors. area on vent wing, door inner and outer panels at
(2) Apply a 1/8 inch bead of cement to weather- belt line and to contact surface of weatherstrip.
strip seating area on door upper and lower areas. (2) Position pillar seal on weatherstrip, making
(3) Install upper half of weatherstrip on door, in- sure lip of weatherstrip dove tails into groove of
dexing at the upper corners. seal and install screws.
(4) Work weatherstrip from index points to a point (3) Install weatherstrip on door, indexing at top of
midway between them. Avoid puckering or stretching door at belt line with two fasteners.
of weatherstrip.
Roof Rail Weatherstrip
Hardtop-Convertible Models Refer to Figures 40 and 41 for the attaching points
Dart (Fig. 38) and methods of cementing.
(1) Index molded end of weatherstrip to the door The weatherstrip retainers are adjustable through
and install screw. the use of elongated attaching holes. The weatherstrip
(2) Starting from molded end, stretch weatherstrip can be moved in or out for the best possible fit and
to allow fasteners to index into holes.
(3) Position pillar seal at belt line. Make sure
weatherstrip dove tails into groove of seal and install
screws.

Fig. 38-Door Weatherstrips-Dart


Fig. 36-Door Weatherstrips-Dart Sedan Hardtop-Convertible
23-18 BODY AND FRAME 0

lip of weatherstrip will seal along the upper inside


edge of glass.
Outer Belt Weatherstrip
The door outer belt weatherstrips are retained in
the door panel with spring type retainers (Fig. 42).
Windcords
Refer to Figure 43 for the starting points and
method of attachment for the windcords.
G LASS-S EDAN MODELS-Coronet
Front Door Glass and Vent Wing
Adjustments
VIEW IN DIRECTION (1) Open door and lower window so glass top is
OF ARROW Z even or slightly below belt line.
VIEW IN DIRECTION OF ARROW X NP607 (2) Move rear run retainer (Fig. 44) against rear
Fig. 39-Door Weatherstrip-Coronet-Charrger edge of glass and tighten screw.
Hardtop-Convertible (3) Position regulator stop against regulator sector
stop and tighten nut.
seal along the top edge of the vent frame, door glass
and quarter glass. Vent Wing Replacement
The glass up-stop must be adjusted so the fully Removal
raised glass just curls the outer lip of weatherstrip (1) Remove screws from vent frame at door front
against the inner lip. facing.
When the up-stop, roof rail weatherstrip and glass (2) With glass in the down position, remove divi-
are properly adjusted, the outer lip of weatherstrip sion channel to support screw at lower end.
will seal along the top edge of the glass and the inner (3) Move division channel off of glass edge.

\ DRAINTROUGH
SEAL

VIEW IN DIRECTION
OF ARROW W

VIEW IN DIRECTION
OF ARROW V

MOULDING VIEW IN CIRCLE Y NP610

Fig. 40-ROOf Roil Weotherstrip-Coronet


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-19

Fig. 4 I -Rod Rail Wecrtherstrip-Charger


(4) Disconnect the outer belt weatherstrip for a (Figs. 44 and 45).
short distance to provide clearance for division (2) Move channel forward and slide glass out of
channel. channels.
(5) Tilt top of vent frame toward rear of door and (3) Remove regulator arm from lift bracket.
up out of door. (4) Remove glass from door.
(5) Push plug out of lift bracket rivet (Fig. 45).
lnstallat ion
(1) Tilt top of vent wing toward rear of door and (6) Pinch ends of rivet together and remove glass.
install into door.
(2) Move division channel over glass edge and on
lnstallation
lower support. (1) Position lift bracket and gasket on glass, install
(3) Install screw, but do not tighten. rivet and plug.
(4) Install vent frame to door screws. Before installing glass, lubricate regulator slide
( 5 ) Install loosened part of belt weatherstrip. channel.
(6) Adjust vent wing and door glass.
(2) Position glass into door and insert regulator arm
boor Glass Replacement roller into lift bracket.
Removal (4) Position glass into run channels and adjust
(1) Loosen front run channel lower mounting screw door glass.
OUTER WEATHERSTRIP

SECTION A-A

WEATHERSTRIP

NP609 SEDAN- NN779


Fig. 42-Belt Weathersfrips-Dart Fig. 43-Windcords
23-20 BODY AND FRAME 0

I
)FORE AND AFT

IN AND OUT
FORE AND AFT
NN493 MANUAL NN519

Fig. 44-Front Door Ofaw Adjustments-Coronet Fig. 46-Regulator Assemblies


Sedan
magnet type. Direction of rotation is determined by
Regulcrtor Replacement polarity of the leads to the motor. The door switches
The regulator assemblies are attached by screw control the polarity and thus the direction of rotation.
and washer assemblies (Fig. 46). When removing, the All motors are grounded through the master switch
door glass should be fully lowered. Slide regulator by a black wire attached to the left cowl panel (Fig.
rearward to disengage from lift bracket and guide as- 48).
sembly. Lubricate regulator toothed area when rein- Before any tests are performed, the battery should
stalling. be fully charged and the terminals clean and tight.
The wire connections at the ammeter and accessory
Electric Regulcrtor Motor circuit breaker (mounted on the left cowl panel)
Whenever necessary to remove the regulator m a should be tight. Continuity of the wiring and switches
tor, it is imperative the linkage be clamped in a should be tested with an ohmmeter or test light.
vim (Fig. 47) to lock it in place. Failure to do this al-
lows the assist spring to spin the mounting bracket Circuit Breaker
around the lift pivot.
Connect one lead of a test light to the output ter-
minal of the circuit breaker and the other lead to a
good ground. "he test bulb should light. If the bulb
Tesfs does not light and the wire continuity has been estab-
Electric window lift motors are of the permanent
lished, replace the circuit breaker.
Switch
Slide a thin blade behind the switch housing (front

ULATOR

NN201

Fig. 45-DOOr Ofuss Repfucement Fig. 47-Locking Regulator Linkuge in Position


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-21

TO INSTRUMENT
PANEL WIRING
LEFT FRONT DOOR MASTER SWITCH I
W! 2

1 1 WITH TRACER]

NN681

Fig. 48-Electric Window Wiring Diagram


and back) to depress retaining clips, and pull switch leads of the jumper wires at the test battery termi-
out from trim panel. Carefully separate the multiple nals.
terminal block from the switch body. Connect one
lead of a test light to the black wire terminal and Glass Run and Channel
touch the other lead to the tan wire terminal. The test The glass run (Fig. 50) is a press fit in the door
bulb should light. If the bulb fails to light, test the frame and lower run channel. The index notch, at
wires for an open circuit. door upper corner should be positioned first to assure
To test the continuity of “Up” or “Down” circuits, correct installation. The lower run channel is posi-
it is necessary to use two jumper wires. Connect one tioned over the window opening frame from inside
lead of a jumper wire to the tan lead and the other the door through the large access opening.
lead to the “Up” or “Down” terminal (opposite of
position of the glass). Connect one lead of the second DART MODELS
jumper to a good ground and connect the other end of
the jumper to the opposite terminal (Fig. 49). The Adjustments-Vent Wing
motor should run. If the motor fails to run, test con- Fore-or-aft adjustment (Fig. 51) of the vent wing
tinuity of the wiring. Should continuity be established upper end is accomplished by moving the vent wing
and motor still does not run, replace the motor. up or down. The asembly moves forward and down-
If the motor operates, install the switch body on the ward to relieve a binding door glass. It moves rear-
multiple connector and activate the switch. Should ward and upward to remove looseness.
the motor still fail to run, replace the switch body. Loosen vent wing to door face screws and adjusting
Test each switch in the same manner. screws at lower end of division channel. With glass
raised, move entire vent wing assembly up or down
until glass is free in channels, not loose, and tighten
Motor Bench Test screws. Insert a narrow-bladed screwdriver through
Connect a jumper from the positive terminal of a opening in weatherseal just ahead of the lower pivot,
test battery to one of the motor leads. Connect an- to turn adjusting screws.
other jumper from the test battery negative terminal
to the other motor lead. The motor should run. To Door Glass
reverse the direction of the motor rotation, switch the Front door glass adjustments for 2 and 4 door se-
23-22 BODY AND FRAME 0

UP DOWN

DOWN UP MOTOR DOWN


MOTOR

!I

FIRST

Le
- -.,
JUMPER SECOND
JUMPER
/

t-l
BATTERY
FEED
(TAN)
I
I
BATTERY
FEED
(TAN)
I 1
=,
BQDY GROUND
I
BODY GROUND
(BLACK) (BLACK)
NM26

Fig, 49-Testing the Switch

dans (Fig. 51) are the same. stud.


Lower glass and move division channel rearward to (2) Remove vent frame to door screws.
remove excessive glass looseness without creating a (3) With glass in down position, disengage lower
binding condition. Tighten adjusting screws at channel frame stud from door bracket, window regulator
bottom of. It may be necessary to readjust the channel arms from lift bracket and slide glass out of run chan-
lower end in or out, to gain channel and rear run nels.
alignment. (4) Disconnect outer belt weatherstrip for a short
Adjust rear run channel lower end in or out. Adjust distance to provide clearance for the division channel.
down-stop so glass top edge is flush with edge of open-
ing in door. (5) Tilt top of vent frame toward rear of door and
up out of door.
Vent Wing Replacement
Removal
(1) Remove nut and washer from lower vent frame

REGULATOR
DOWN
STOP
IN AND
0 UT

FORE A N D AFT NP621

- 5 I-Front boor Glass Adiustments-


Fig.
Fig. 50-Glass Run and Channel Dart Sedan
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-23
/nsfallation
Before installing, lubricate and test tension of vent STATIONARY GLASS
wing assembly.
(1) Position vent wing into door and align screw
holes. DIVISION
(2) Install screws but do not tighten. CHANNEL
(3) Install door glass in run channel and regulator
arms and clips.
(4) Position lower run channel adjusting stud into
door bracket and align window run channel.

Door Glass Replacement


Service procedures for door glass replacement are
the same as for Coronet Models.

Regulator Replacement
The regulator assemblies are attached with screw AND OUT
and washer assemblies. When removing, the door glass Ly-
REGULATOR STOP NN494
should be fully lowered. Slide regulator rearward to
disengage from lift bracket and guide assembly. Fig. 52-Rear Door Glass Adjustments-Coronet
Lubricate toothed area of regulator when installing.
upper and lower ends (Fig. 54) and remove channel.
REAR DOORS (2) Move glass and weatherstrip assembly forward
CORON ET-Sedan Models and up out of window opening.
(3)Inspect the weatherstrip.
Adjustments
(1) Loosen division channel lower bracket screw lnstallation
(Fig. 52)and lower window 1/2 way. (1) Position glass and weatherstrip assembly to
(2)Tighten division channel lower bracket screw. window opening and move rearward into upper
(3) Lower window so top of glass is even or slightly frame.
below belt line of outer panel. (2) Insert division channel run into channel.
(4) Position regulator stop against regulator sector (3) Apply a 1-1/2inch length of sealer to joint area
stop and tighten nut. of division channel.
(4) With front glass in down position, slide divi-
Glass Replacement sion channel into door and move firmly against sta-
(1) Loosen division channel lower screw (Fig. 53) tionary glass weatherstrip.
and move glass out of run channel. (5) Install upper and lower attaching screws loosely
(2) Move glass to the rear and remove regulator and adjust door glass.
arm from lift bracket.
(3) Remove glass from door.
(4) Push plug out of lift bracket rivet (Fig. 52),
pinch ends of rivet together and out of glass.

/nstallation
(1) Position lift bracket and gasket on glass, install
rivet and plug.
(2)Lubricate slide area of lift bracket.
(3) Position glass into door and install regulator
'arm roller into lift bracket channel.
(4) Position glass into run channels and adjust
glass.

Stationary Glass Replacement APPLICATION AT CIRCLE A NN786


Removal
(1) Remove division channel attaching screws at Fig. 53-Door Glass Replacement ~
23-24 BODY AND FRAME h

Regulator Replacement-Manual and Electric


(Fig. 55)
Service procedures the same as outlined for front
doors.

Electric Regulator Motor


Tests
Electrical tests are the same as outlined for front
doors.
Replacement
When removing the motor from the regulator, it is
imperative the regulator linkage be locked in position NN520
to prevent the mounting bracket (Fig. 47) from spin-
Fig. 55-Rear Door Regulator
ning around the pivot.
and remove glass from run channels.
Division Channel Run
The division channel run (Fig. 54) is a press fit into (2) Remove regulator arm from lift bracket chan-
the channel. When replacing, apply a 1-1/2 inch nel.
length of sealer to the joint area of division channel. (3) Remove glass from door.
(4) Remove lift bracket from glass.
DART MODELS
lnstallation
Adjustments Before installing glass, lubricate all moving parts of
The front glass run is not adjustable. The division regulator with lubriplate.
channel can be adjusted fore or aft, as well as in (1) Install lift bracket on glass.
and out (Fig. 56). (2) Position glass into door opening.
If adjustment of the division channel is necessary, (3) Install regulator arm roller into channel of glass
loosen the upper channel attaching screw. Generally, lift bracket.
sufficient movement of the channel is possible at this (4) Position glass into run channels.
point to correct any binding or looseness of the glass. (5) Adjust door glass.
If additional channel movement is required, lower
the glass and loosen the attachment screw at lower
end of channel. If additional in-or-out movement is re- Regulator Replacement
quired to obtain proper glass alignment adjust the Service procedures for the regulator are the same
in-or-out adjusting screw at lower end of division as for front doors.
channel.
Rear Door Stationary Glass (Fig. 58)
GLASS REPLACEMENT The service procedures are the same as outlined for
Coronet Models.
Removal
(1) Loosen window track adjusting nuts (Fig. 57)
GLASS RUN,

REGULATOR AND AFT


P'SEALER DOWN
STOP

NP620

Fig. 54-Rear Door Stationary Glass Fig. 56-Rear Door Glass Adjus?ments-Barf
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-25

4i
INNER
BRACKET
'I
IFOREAND AFT

\\
CHANNEL SUPPORT
IN AND OUT

REGULATOR STOP NN492

Fig. 57-Rear Door Glass Replacement-Dart Fig. 59-Front Door Glass Adjustments-
Coronet-Charger
HARDTOP-CONVERTIBLE MODELS
(9) Tighten support to glass run channel screw.
Vent Wing and Door Glass (10) Lower window until top of glass is even or
Adjustments (Coronet-Charger) slightly below belt line outer panel.
(1) Open door and lower glass 1/3 way. (11) Position and tighten regulator stop against
(2) Adjust rear run channel upper attachment (Fig. regulator sector stop.
59) until window is centered between inner and outer (12)Position and tighten stop on glass lower frame
belt line weatherstrips and tighten nut. against bumper.
(3) Close door, raise window seating top of glass
and front of vent wing fully against and parallel to Glass Replacement
roof rail weatherstrip. Removal
(1) Remove nut and washer from stud on lower end
(4) Tighten vent wing belt line screws and nut on
front leg of vent wing. of vent wing leg (Fig. 60).
(2)Remove screw and washer assemblies attaching
(5) Tighten vent wing bracket nuts on inside panel vent wing to belt line.
and front face of door.
(3) Remove vent wing leg stud from slot in hinge
(6) Position and tighten up stop against regulator
pillar support.
arm.
(4) Remove vent wing swivel to regulator screw.
(7) Tighten division channel support screw and
(5) Move door glass forward disengaging it from
channel to lower support screw. rear run channel.
(8) Open door, lower window 1/2 way and tighten
(6) Slide glass lift bracket off of regulator arm and
rear track lower screw. remove door glass and vent wing assembly from door.
(7) Separate door glass from vent wing, (Fig. 61).

NP618

Fig. 58-Rear Door Stationary Glass-Dart Fig. 60-Vent Wing Replacement


23-26 BODY AND FRAME
(8) Install vent wing to belt line screws.
(9) Install nut and washer on vent wing adjusting
stud.
(10) Adjust vent wing and door glass.

Regulator Replacement-Manual and Electric


The regulators are attached to the door inner
panels with screw and washer assemblies (Fig. 46).

Electric Regulator Motor


Whenever it is necessary to remove the motor from
the regulator, it is imperative the linkage be clamped
in a vise (Fig. 47) to lock it in place. Failure to do this
allows the assist spring to spin the mounting bracket
around the lift pivot.
NN787

Fig. 61-Door and Vent Glass Assembly Tests


(8) Remove glass slide and weatherstrip from door. Electrical tests are the same as for front doors.
(9) Remove plastic rivet attaching lift bracket to
glass and remove bracket and gasket. Rear Run Channel
The rear run channel (Fig. 63) is attached to the
door inside panel lock face a tthe top and to a support
lnstallat ion
(1) Install lift bracket assembly and weatherstrip at the bottom with screw and washer assemblies. The
and guide on the door glass. run channel is adjustable at both ends to allow align-
(2)Assemble door glass and frame to vent wing ment of the glass in the channel.
division bar (Fig. 62).
(3) Lubricate slide area of lift bracket guide. DART MODELS
(4) With regulator in down position, install door
glass and vent wing assembly into door and position Door Glass Adjustments (Fig. 64)
vent wing pivot swivel into regulator assembly. (1) Raise door glass 2/3 way up. Adjust upper
(5) Position glass lift bracket on regulator arm and attachment of rear run channel to center glass be-
move glass rearward into rear run channel. tween inner and outer weatherstrips and tighten
(6) Position vent wing leg adjusting stud into slot in screw.
hinge pillar support. (2)Raise window, seating top of glass and front
(7) Install vent wing swivel to regulator screw. of vent wing fully against and parallel to roof rail
weatherstrip. Tighten vent wing belt line front screw.
(3) Adjust hinge face stud to align upper edge of
glass to roof rail weatherstrip and tighten nut.

< !
GASKET

RIVET

NN791 LIFT BRACKET *&


Fig. 6 2 4 1 a s s Slide and Weatherstrip Fig. 63-Rear Run Channel
BODY AND FRAME 23-27
(2) Remove nut and washer from adjusting rod at

PARALLEL
ADJUSTMENT
n
FORE AND AFT

I N AND OUT
bottom of vent wing channel.
(3) At upper rear corner of belt, remove drive
screw from vent wing.
(4) Remove nut and washer from vent wing ad-
justing stud at hinge reinforcement.
(5) Remove vent wing to hinge fence screw and
washer.
(6) Raise vent wing and door glass, tilt toward lock
DOWN STOP
IN AND OUT face of door and disengage regulator arm from glass
lift bracket and remove from door.
(7) Invert vent wing and door glass assembly and
f I remove adjusting stud, rod and retainer from vent

I
FORE AND AFT
wing (Fig. 66).
CHANNEL ADJUSTING ROD NP617
(8) Slide door glass out of vent wing channel.
(9) Remove slide, weatherstrip, pin and lift bracket
Fig. 64-Door Glass Adjustments-Hardtop assembly from door glass (Fig. 67).
Convertible
(4) Tighten vent wing belt line rear screw. lnstallation
(5) Position up-stop down against regttlator arm (1) Position door glass and rear frame in upright
and tighten screw. position and install lift bracket and slide assemblies
(6) Lower glass 1/2 way and tighten rear track (Fig. 67).
lower screw. (2) Invert vent wing and install door glass in in-
(7) Tighten vent wing lower division channel ad- verted position.
justing rod nut. (3) Install adjusting stud, rod and retainer in vent
(8) Lower glass so top is even or slightly below wing and lubricate sliding surfaces of door glass lift
belt line outer panel. bracket (Fig. 66).
(9) Position regulator plate stop against stop on (4) Insert lowest point on division bar through
sector and tighten nut. upper lock face corner, twist to insert between panels
and slide forward.
GLASS REPLACEMENT (Fig. 65) (5) Tilt lock face side of assembly upward so vent
wing hinge adjusting stud will enter hole in inner
Removal reinforcement and rear edge of glass fits squarely in
(1) Remove up-stop from door. rear channel run (Fig. 68) and install nut and washer.
(6) Insert adjusting rod in hole of bracket and
install nut and washer.
(7) Install drive screw in vent wing at rear belt.
(8) Install up-stop and adjust door glass.
ADJUSTING ROD
DIVISION CHANNEL Y JRETAINER

SECTION A-A

VENT WING NP614

Fig. 65-Glasr Replacement Fig. 44-Vent Wing and Door Glass


23-28 BODY AND FRAME

LIFT BRACKET

NP613
W
Fig. 67-Door Glass Assembly NP616

Regulator Assembly Fig. 69-Regulator Assembly


For a good engagement of the glass in the division
channel run, shift the regulator assembly forward. It over-tighten the mounting screws, or the moulding
is important that the glass seat fully in the division will become damaged at the screw hole area (Figs. 70
channel. Alignment of the front edge of the glass with and 71).
the division channel is also important. Shift the rear
of the regulator assembly up or down (Fig. 69) to level TRIM PANELS
the glass and align it with the division channel.
The rear seat cushion and back must be removed to
Rear Run Chunnel gain access to the trim panel attaching screws. The
The rear run channel is attached to the door inside trim panels (Figs. 72, 73 and 74) are attached with
panel face with screw and washer assemblies (Fig. 68). screws and clips. When installing, make certain the
In and Out adjustment of the channel is made to align watershield is properly cemented and positioned.
the door glass in the channel.
G LASS-S EDAN MODELS-CO RO NET
QUARTER PANELS
Adjustments
GARNISH MOULDINGS (1) Raise window until top of glass is 1/2 inch be-
low opening top frame.
The garnish mouldings should be positioned and (2) Adjust pivot bracket (Fig. 75) until top of glass
held in place to assure satisfactory alignment. Do not

VIEW IN DIRECTION
SUPPORT / ARROW 2 CORONET CHARGER ~ ~ 6 2 4
NP612
Fig. 7 0 4 a r n i s h Mouldings-Except Station Wagons
Fig. 68-Rwr Channel Assembly (Coronet-Charger)
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-29

VIEW I N CIRCLE Z
NP625
Fig. 7 I-Garnish Mouldings-Coronet
is parallel to opening frame and tighten nuts. (2) Move glass rearward and disengage regulator
(3) Lower window until rear lower edge of glass is rear arm roller from pivot bracket channel.
approximately 1/4 inch above the wheelhouse and (3) Remove quarter window from panel.
tighten regulator down stop nut. (4) Remove lift bracket assembly from glass and
front bushing from glass (Fig. 77).
Glass Replacement
Removal lnstallatlon
(1) Remove clip attaching regulator front arm stud (1) Install bushing into front hole of glass.
in bushing of glass (Fig. 76) and remove stud. (2) Install lift bracket assembly on glass.

MANUAL LIFT

-
EMENT
- A-A
VIEW I N CIRCLE Y
CONVERT~BLE NN794 \WATERPROOF TAPE
1.1.7&"

Fig. 72-Trim Panel-Coronet Fig. 73-Trim Panel-Charger


23-30 BODY AND FRAME r)

b PIVOT BRACKET

Fig. 7 4 4 r l m Punel-hrt
(3) Apply lubricant to slide channel area of pivot CLIP
NN798
bracket and lower glass into paneL
(4) Position lift bracket channel over regulator rear Fig. 76-Qucrrter Window Repkrcement-Sdun
arm roller.
(5) Move glass forward into glass run and insert HARDTOP MODELS-CORONET-CHARGER
regulator front arm stud into bushing in glass.
(6) Install clip on regulator stud and adjust glass. Adjustments
(1) With door closed, adjust upper rear track (Figs.
Regulator Assembly 80 and 81) until rear of glass lightly touches belt
The regulator assembly is attached to the inner line weatherstrip. To move window in, turn sleeve nut
panel with screw and washer assemblies (Fig. 78). clockwise; to move out, counterclockwise.
(2) Raise window seating top of glass against roof
Electric Regulator Motor
The service procedures and tests for the regulator rail weatherstrip and front of window level with top
motor are the same as for those used on doors. of front door window.
(3) Adjust upper front track until front of window
Glass Run is aligned with rear of front door window. To move
The glass run (Fig. 79) is a press fit in the front window in, turn sleeve nut clockwise, to move out,
channel and the window opening frame. counterclockwise.
(4) Adjust lower front track until front of window
is aligned rear of front door window at roof rail.
(5) Adjust pivot bracket until top of window is

PIVOT BRACKET

‘UP
\
AND DOWN
LIFT BRACKET -dQ
REGULATOR S%OP RIVET
NN496 NN799

Fig. 75-Querrlsr Window Adjustments-Sedcm Fig. 77-Wuss Lift Bracket


n BODY AND FRAME 23-31

REGULATOR STOP NN495


Fig. 78-Regulator Assembly-Sedan

fully against and parallel to roof rail weatherstrip. To Fig. 80-Quarter Window Adjustments-
Coronet-Hardtop
raise front of window, lower front of bracket, to
lower, raise bracket. Glass Replacement
(6) Move upper front track attachment forward and Removal
tighten when quarter window weatherstrip is against (1) Remove retainers attaching regulator arm studs
front door window. to glass lower frame (Fig. 82).
(7) Tighten pivot bracket nuts. (2) Support window and remove regulator studs
from lower frame.
(8) Loosen and position front and rear up stops
(3) Remove rollers from slots in glass lower frame.
against glass lower frame and tighten screws. (4) Remove glass from quarter panel.
(9) Lower window until top of glass is even or (5) Inspect front and rear roller tracks for damage
slightly below belt line outer panel. or excessive wear.
(10) Turn lower rear track sleeve nut counter-
clockwise until its boss is against outboard side of Installation
inner panel. Tighten nut. (1) Apply lubricant to slide areas of lower glass
(11) Position and tighten regulator stop against frame.
regulator sector stop. (2) Position and support window in quarter panel.
(12) Position and tighten down stop against (3) Insert roller assemblies in glass lower frame.
bumper. (4) Position regulator arm studs in rollers and

INDEX POINT NOTCH 1 IN AND OUT

IN AND OUT

DOWN STOP

NN929

Fig. 794lasr Run-Sedan Fig. 8 1 -Quarter Window Adjustments-Charger


23-32 BODY AND FRAME 3

L RETAINER

RETAINER

NP626

F ig. 82-Quurter Window Replacement-Hurdtop


bushings and install retainers. Fig. 84-Quarter Window Front Truck-Hardtop
(5) Adjust quarter window. (2) Remove nut and washer attaching front track
upper end to the inner panel.
Regulator Assembly (3) Remove front track rollers and remove front
The regulator assembly (Fig. 83) is attached to the track.
inner panel with screw and washer assemblies. The
regulator arm studs are retained in the glass lower
lnstallation
frame with retainers. Lubricate the regulator tooth (1) Position front track into panel and insert sleeve
contact area approximately 1/2 inch wide along the nut at top of track into inner panel opening.
entire length of the arc on the outboard side of sector (2) Install sleeve nut lockwasher and nut, do not
and to front and rear arm roller studs. tighten.
(3) Position brackets and guide (Fig. 84) onto bot-
Electric Regulafor Motor tom of track and slide up into position into forward
Service procedures and test for the electric regu- upper and lower slots of glass lower frame.
lator motor are the same as outlined for those used on (4) Position front track brace in panel and install
door assemblies. attaching screws loosely.
(5) Attach brace to front roller track and adjust
Front Track and Brace glass.
Removal
(1) Remove screws and washers attaching front Rear Track
track brace (Fig. 84) to inner panel and front track The rear track (Fig. 85) is positioned over the slide
and remove brace. in rear slot of glass lower frame and the sleeve nuts

PIVOT BRACKET
FRAME

REAR TRACK
LUBRICANT
NN 804

Fig. 83-Quurter Window Regulators-Hurdtop Fig. 85-Quurter Window Rear Track-Hurdtop


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-33
are inserted into the openings in inner panel. Lock-
washers and nuts are used to retain the track on the
inner panel.

CO NVERTlB LE MODELS-Coronet
Adjustments
Procedures for Convertible quarter window ad-
justments (Fig. 86) are the same as for Hardtop
Models with the following 3 exceptions.
(1) With door closed lower quarter window 1/4
way.
(2) Adjust upper stabilizer attachment (Fig. 87)
until rear of window lightly touches belt line weather-
strip and tighten nut.
(3) Lower window until top of glass is even or
slightly below belt line outer panel. Allow glass to set
lower stabilizer attachment in-out position and tighten
screw. Fig. 87-Quarter Window Stabilizer-Convertible

Glass Replacement (3) Lower glass to regulator arm studs and insert
Removal studs into rollers and bushings in glass lower frame.
(1) Remove the front track and roller assemblies (4)Install retainers on regulator arm studs.
(Fig. 88). (5) Install front track and roller assemblies.
(2) Remove regulator arm stud retainers and studs (6) Adjust quarter window.
from glass lower frame.
(3) Remove roller from glass frame center slot.
(4)Raise glass and disengage from rear stabilizer. Regulator Assembly
(5) Remove glass and frame from panel. The regulator assembly (Fig. 89) is attached to the
(6) Inspect slide areas and roller assemblies. inner panel with screw and washer assemblies. The
replacement procedures are the same as those out-
lnstallation lined for Hardtop models.
(1) Lubricate slide areas of glass lower frame.
(2) Lower glass and frame into panel and onto rear
stabilizer. Electric Regulator Motor
Service procedures and test for the electric regu-
lator motor are the same as those for the doors.

VIEW DIRECTION ARROW B


Y
/ \ STABILIZER

NN497 Y NN 802

Fig. 86-Quarter Window Adjustments-Convertible Fig. 88-Quarter Window Replacement-Convertible


23-34 BODY AND FRAME 0

tion assembly in panel.


(5) Insert sleeve nut on track upper stud in attach-
ing hole in inner panel and install nut and washer
loosely.
Install front track brace attaching screws loosely.
Adjust quarter window.

Stabilizer Channel
The quarter window stabilizer (Fig. 87) is attached
to the inner panel at the upper end and to the side sill
outer panel and reinforcement at the lower end. The
adjusting stud at the upper end allows “in and out”
movement to position glass against out belt weather-
strip. The attachment at the lower end also permits
“in and out” movement.
NN536

Fig. 89-Quarter Window Regulator-Convertible


DART-SEDAN MODELS
Front Track and Brace
Removal Adjustments (Flg. 9 I)
(1) Remove screws and washers attaching front (1)Raise quarter window to 1/2 inch below window
track brace (Fig. 90) to inner panel and track. opening frame.
(2) Remove nut and washer attaching upper end of (2) Adjust pivot bracket so top of glass is parallel
track to the inner panel. to window opening frame and tighten nuts.
(3) Remove the front track from roller assemblies (3) Lower window until rear lower edge of glass is
and remove from panel. 1/4 inch above wheelhouse and tighten regulator
(4) Remove roller assemblies from glass lower slide. down stop nut.
(5) Inspect rollers and front track slide area.

installation Glass Replacement


(1) Lubricate slide areas of glass lower frame slot Removal
slide areas and slide areas of front track. (1) Lower glass and through front access opening,
(2) Position front track lower brace in panel and to
remove clip from regulator arm stud pin (Fig. 92).
(2) Pull regulator arm stud out of bushing.
attaching holes in side sill outer panel reinforcement.
(3) Push up on front of glass, while holding arm
(3) Install attaching screws and washers loosely.
(4) Install roller assemblies on front track and posi-
stud until front of glass is clear of stud.
(4) Raise and rotate front of glass until lift arm
ROLLER AND GUIDE ASSY. bracket clears regulator arm stud.
(5) Lower glass to bottom of panel, remove outer
belt weatherstrip (Fig. 93) and remove glass assembly
from panel.

D O W N STOP

ADJUSTMENT

Fig. 90-Quarter Window Front Truck-Convertible Fig. 9 1-Quarter Window Adjustments-Dart Sedun
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-35

VIEW A-A NP641

Fig. 94-Quarter Glass Assembly-Sedan


BRACKET NP633 Glass Run
The glass run channels (Fig. 96) are a press fit in
Fig. 92-Quarter Window Replacement-Sedan
the front channel and window opening frame.
lnstallation
(1) If glass is to be replaced, remove lift bracket HARDTOP MODELS
(Fig. 94) and attach on new glass.
Adjustments
(2) Roll regulator down until front regulator stud is (1) Raise quarter window 2 inches above belt line.
accessible at front access opening. (2) Adjust top of front and rear tracks (Fig. 97)
(3) Lower quarter glass and bracket to bottom of until glass just touches the, outer belt weatherstrip
quarter panel and install the outer belt weatherstrip. and tighten nuts.
(4) Raise glass and position lift bracket over regu- (3) Raise window to the upper weatherstrip and
lator arm roller. adjust regulator so glass at front contacts weather-
(5) Insert regulator front arm stud into bushing in strip and is parallel to the weatherstrip bead. Tighten
glass, install clip and adjust glass. regulator screws.
(4) Adjust bottom of front and rear tracks until
Regulator Assembly upper edge of glass seals against roof weatherstrip.
The regulator assembly (Fig. 95) is attached to the
inner panel with screw and washer assemblies. In- Tighten nut on rear track only.
( 5 ) Tighten adjusting screw on bottom of front
spect rollers on regulator studs and apply lubricant to
the slide area of the pivot channel prior to installing track to lower brace.
(6) Position front and rear up-stops (Fig. 98) to
regulator.
glass lower frame stops and tighten screws.
(7) Adjust regulator down stop (Fig. 97) so glass

REGULATOR

“yc: OF GLASS VIEW B

SECTION X-X NP634 SCaEW NP642

Fig. 93-Quarter Window Belt Weatherstrips Fig. 95-Quarter Window Regulator-Sedan


23-36 BODY AND FRAME 0

.-. -INDEX POINT NOTCH


REGULATOR
ARM

Fig. 96-Quarter Window Glass Run-Sedan /!> NP630

Fig. 99-Quarter Glass Replacement-Hardtop


from regulator arm studs (Fig. 99) and studs from
rollers.
(2) Remove glass upstops from lower frame (Fig.
98).
(3) Remove glass assembly from door.
(4) Remove slide and roller from glass frame rear
track and roller assemblies from tracks in front sec-
tion (Fig. 100).

lnstallcrtion
(1) Position roller assemblies and slide to front
and rear tracks of glass lower frame.
(2) Insert glass assembly into quarter panel, spring
regulator arms inboard and insert studs in rollers
and install spring nuts.
Fig. 97-Quarter Window Adjustments-UarcElop (3) Install up-stops and adjust quarter window.
contacts outer weatherstrip lightly for full length.
Regulator Assembly
Glass Replacement Hard top models use a two arm regulator (Fig. 101).
Removal To remove the quarter window regulator, it is advis-
(1) With glass in mid-position, remove spring nuts able to first remove the glass. The regulators are at-

ROLLER ASSEMBLY

LUBR~ANT NP631

Fig. 9 8 4 u a r t e r Window UpStops--Hardtop Fig. 100-Quarter Glass Assembly-Uardtop


BODY AND FRAME 23-37

-
0

ROLLER /J

REAR TRACK

/SPRING WASHER

SECTION A-A

w NP627

Fig. 10 1-Regulutor Assembly-Hardtop Fig. 103-Rear Roller Track-Hardtop


tached to the inner panels by screws. After the regu- dow at mid-position.
lator and glass have been installed, test the operation (2) Adjust rear stabilizer and front track upper
of the regulator and adjust the glass. attachments so glass touches lightly on outer belt
weatherstrip (Fig. 104).
Front Roller Track and Brace (3) Raise window until top of glass touches lightly
The front roller track (Fig. 102) is replaced from on the roof rail center and rear weatherstrips.
between the quarter inner and outer panels with the (4) Push regulator forward and adjust pivot bracket
quarter window fully lowered. Disconnect track from so glass is parallel to rear edge of door glass and
brace, remove sleeve nut and washer and rotate track rear roof rail weatherstrips effecting a proper seal.
approximately 90 degrees to disengage from rollers (5) Adjust rear stabilizer and front track lower
when removing. attachments outboard until upper edge of glass seals
against upper weatherstrip.
Rear Track (6) Position up-stops to stops on glass lower frame.
The rear track (Fig. 103) is replaced through the
(7) Lower window until top edge of glass is even
large opening in quarter inner panel with quarter
with or slightly below panel belt line.
window fully closed. Lubricate sliding surfaces of
(8) Position stop on regulator plate against stop
track assembly when installing.
on sector.
CONVERTIBLE MODELS
Glass Replacement
Adjustments (1) Remove spring nuts from regulator arm studs
(1) With door closed and header locked, set win- IN AND OUT

REAR UP-STOP

FRONT UP-STOP
FORE AND
REGULATO
STOP

FRONT TRACK

ROLLER-TRACK

BRACE 3 NP644

Fig. 102-Front Roller Track and Brace-Hardtop


IN AND OUT
Fig. 104-Quarter Window Adjustments-
Convertible
NP648
23-38 BODY AND FRAME 0

ROLLER ASSEMBLY

/ NP649
GLASS

Fig. 107-Quarter Window Assembly-Convertible

track and rear stabilizer, regulator studs into rollers


and install spring nuts.
Fig. 105-Quarter Window Replucement- (4) Install upstops and adjust quarter window.
Convertible
Regulcrtor Assembly
(Fig. 105). The regulators (Fig. 108)are attached to the quarter
(2) Remove front and rear up-stops (Fig. 106). inside panel with screw and washer assemblies. When
(3) Remove regulator arm studs for rollers. installing a regulator, lubricate the tooth contact area
(4) Raise window assembly out of panel. approximately 1/2 inch wide along the entire length
(5) Remove roller and bracket assemblies and of the arc on the outboard side of the sector and studs
rollers from glass lower frame tracks (Fig. 107). on the front and rear studs.

lnstallcrtion F rant Track


(1) Apply lubricant to sliding surfaces of glass The front track (Fig. 109) is attached to the inner
lower frame tracks. panel at the top end and to a support at the lower
end. The upper attachment permits “in and out” ad-
(2) Install roller and bracket assemblies rollers justment and the lower end permits “fore and aft”
in lower frame tracks. and “in and out” adjustments.
(3) Lower glass assembly into panel and into front PIVOT BRACKET -
\
,
ANTI-RATTLE-4

FRONT UP-STOP
NP650
Fig. 108-Regulator und Pivot 0racket-
Fig. 106-Quurter Window Uplops-Convertible Convertible
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-39
CONED WASHER and disconnect terminals at control switch on left
edge of tail gate.
(1) Remove rear bumper face bar to enable tail
gate to be removed down and out of body opening.
(2) Remove check arm and torsion bar guide from
pillar guide plates.
(3) Support tail gate on jacks or stands.
(4) Loosen hinge pivot pin locking screws (Fig.
111).
(5) Use a pencil and outline hinge plate position on
pillar post for future assembly.
(6) Remove hinge plate attaching bolts from pillar
post (Fig. 111).
(7) Slide hinge plate and torsion bar in through
I-

SIDE SILL SECTION A-A NP646 guide toward center of tail gate.
REINFORCEMENT (8) Lower tail gate down and out of body opening.
fig. 109-front Roller Track-Convertible
lnstallation
Stabilizer Channel (1)With torsion bar and hinge plates pushed in
The rear stabilizer (Fig. 110) permits “in and out” toward center of tail gate, engage hinge plates into
adjustment at the top end which is attached to the lower opening of body.
inner panel. The lower attachment is also adjustable (2) Attach hinge plate attaching bolts into pillar
for “in and out” and “fore and aft.” posts and locate hinge plates in relation to previous
marked positions.
TAIL GATE (3) Tighten attaching bolts firmly enough to hold
position and inspect alignment.
ALIGNMENT (4) Close tail gate and center in opening.
Vertical adjustment and in and out adjustment are (5) Attach torsion bar bracket to pillar post.
made at the hinge plate (Fig. 111). In and out align- (6) Open tail gate and tighten locking screws on
ment of the top of the tail gate is adjusted by moving hinge pivot pin.
the striker in or out to permit ease of entry of the tail (7) Connect wires to control switch and install trim
gate glass into the upper run channel. Lateral ad- panel.
justment to center the tail gate in the body opening is (8) Operate tail gate window and install bumper.
controlled at the hinge (Fig. 111).
TRIM PANEL
REPLACEMENT The tail gate trim panel is attached with metal
Removal screws. Clean all foreign material from the seating
On cars with an electric window, remove trim panel area of the trim panel before installing.
SPRING WASHER STABILIZER
LOCK
To replace the lock assembly (Fig. 111) remove
trim panel and raise glass. The lock assembly is re-
tained on tail gate by screws accessible at ends of
tail gate.

Lock Cylinder
To replace the lock cylinder (Fig. lll), it is first
necessary to remove the glass and regulator to gain
access to the lock cylinder retainer (horseshoe type).
HANDLES
NP647 Adjustment
Remote Control
Fig. 1 10-Rear StabiMzer-Conver?ible Tail gate inside handle (Fig. 111) adjustment can be
23-40 BODY AND FRAME 0

Fig. I I I-Tail Gate Application


made by removing the plug located near the rotor in (1) Remove tail gate trim panel and loosen regu-
the lock facing of the tail gate. Loosen the hex bolt in lator and run channel attaching screws and nuts.
the lock assembly and adjust the ratchet levers to (2) With tail gate open, adjust upper attachments
allow the lock rotor to spin freely when the actuator of lower run channels so the glass lightly touches
rod is in the open position. Tighten the hex bolt after outer belt weatherstrip.
the adjustment has been made. This adjustment must (3) From inside vehicle and with tail gate closed,
be made on both sides of the tail gate. run glass half way closed.
(4) Adjust upper run channel for proper align-
Regulator Handle ment with glass and tighten two top screws.
With the tail gate handle in the unlocked position
remove the tail gate inner panel and remove the three
nuts attaching handle to the door.
To remove a handle which is inoperative and the
vehicle is fully loaded, prohibiting access to the tail
gate inner panel, it w i l l be necessary to remove the
three mounting studs from the handle by drilling
through the handle. Refer to Figure 112 for the loca-
tion of the drilling points.
GLASS I

Adlustments
Refer to Figure 113 for the tail gate glass adjusting NU18
points. Fig. I 1 2 4 o d l e Stud Locatlonr
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-41

f \ /GLASS
METAL WASHER

RUBBER WASHER
AND OUT SPACER

SECTION BB

IN AND OUT

WEATHERSTRIP
IN AND OUT

LOWER FRAME NN825

PARALLEL ADJUSTMENT NK944 Fig. I IS-Tail Gate Glass Attachment


Fig. I I W a i l Gate Glass Adjustments glass lower frame and weatherstrip to glass (Fig. 115)
and remove the frame and weatherstrip.
(5) Tighten lower nut on bottom of lower run chan-
nels.
(6)Run glass up to approximately 1/8 inch below lnstallation
glass run. (1) Position outer belt weatherstrip on lower glass
(7) Adjust regulator so top of glass is parallel to frame.
glass run. To raise or lower the left or right side of (2) Position tail gate glass on weatherstrip and
glass, raise or lower regulator on that side. lower frame, and install the washers, spacers and re-
taining screws.
(3) Apply lubricant to regulator arm studs and to
Replacement
Removal
glass lower frame studs.
(1) With tail gate open, remove the trim panel. (4) Position rollers into slots of glass lower frame.
(2) Remove the retainers (Fig. 114) from ends of (5) With tail gate in vertical position, insert glass
regulator arm studs. assembly into tail gate.
(3) Remove regulator arm studs from rollers in the (6) Position regulator arm studs in rollers and in-
glass lower frame. stall retainers on the ends of studs.
(4)Remove tail gate glass assembly from tail gate. (7) Adjust tail gate glass and install trim panel.
(5) Remove rollers from glass lower frame.
(6) Remove washers, spacers and screws attaching Regulator Replacement
The regulator assembly (Fig. 116) controls the
parallel adjustment of the tail gate glass. The regu-
lator assembly is attached to mounting brackets on

/
GLASS AND FRAME NK943

Fig. I I4-Tail Gate Glass Replacement Fig. I I6-Tail Gate Regulator


23-42 BODY AND FRAME 0

the tail gate inner panel by screw and washer as-


semblies.

Tests-Regulator Mot or
A tail gate glass may not move when the control
switch is actuated due to a binding condition between
the glass and run channels.

Control Switch
Disconnect the red wire at control switch (Fig. 117)
and hold firmly against yellow wire terminal on con-
trol switch. The glass (if raised) should start to lower.
Repeat this test with the brown wire. The glass (in
lowered position) should start to rise. If glass operates
during these tests, but fails to operate when the
control switch lever is moved to “UP” or “DOWN”
position, the switch is at fault. If glass fails to operate
during these tests, perform the Wire Harness Tests.

Wire Harness (Fig. I 17)


Disconnect wire harness connector at motor. Con- NN836
nect one wire of a test light to brown wire and the
Fig. 1 18-Wire Harness Routing
other to a good body ground. Position instrument
panel switch in the “UP” position. The bulb should and the other wire to a good body ground. Position
light. Repeat test with the yellow wire, but position the switch in either “UP” or “DOWN” position. If
switch in the “DOWN” position. If bulb fails to light bulb should light inspect for a bad ground connec-
either time, and all wire terminals are tight, replace tion or broken black wire. If test bulb does not light
the circuit breaker. and the wire harness test is positive, replace the
Should the test light illuminate on one wire but not motor.
the other, inspect wire harness (Fig. 118)for a broken
wire. If the bulb lights in both tests, place one wire of
the test light to the black wire terminal on the motor
Run Channel
AMMETER Removal
(1) Remove tail gate glass assembly.
IT 1 l
(2) Remove screw and washer assembly from upper
end of glass run channel (Fig. 119).
(3) Remove glass run to lower mounting bracket
nut and washer.
(4) Remove glass run channel assembly.

(30 AMP)
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
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MOTOR
2

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NN653 N STOP BUMPER NK94OA

Fig. I I7-Tail G a t e Wiring Diagram Fig. I I 9 4 I a r r Run Channel


D BODY AND FRAME 23-43
/nstallation
(1) Insert glass lower run channel into tail gate.
(2) Position lower bracket of channel over stud on
hinge reinforcement and install washer and nut
finger tight only.
(3) Install upper bracket screw and washer finger
tight only.
(4) Install and adjust tail gate glass.

TORSION BAR
Removal
(1) Remove tail gate assembly and place on a cover,
to protect paint surface.
(2) Remove trim panel from tail gate.
(3) Remove torsion bar clamp to tail gate pillar
screws (Fig. 111) and remove clamp.
(4) Remove torsion bar bearing and retainer.
(5) Remove torsion bar and hinge to tail gate
screws.
Fig. 120--Tail Gate Weatherstrip
(6) Remove torsion bar from hinge.
111). Tighten nut 95 inch-pounds.
installation (5) Position clamp over end of torsion bar and from

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(1) Lubricate torsion bar at right hinge and bearing outside end of tail gate install and tighten screws 200
areas. inch-pounds.
(2) Install hinge on torsion bar and insert bar into (6) Install trim panel and tail gate.
tail gate.
(3) Position hinge on tail gate, install and tighten WEATHERSTRIPS AND RUNS
screws 30 foot-pounds. Weatherstrip-Tail Gate and Opening
(4) Install bearing and retainer on torsion bar (Fig. Prior to installing the weatherstrip (Figs. 120 and
HEADER REINFORCEMENT
SEAL

TRI

CEM E N T AT
iR
VIEW IN DIRECTION
NN229 OF ARROW Y

Fig. 12 1--Tail Gate Opening Weatherstrip


23-44 BODY AND FRAME 9

121) make certain the seating area is free of all


weatherstrip, sealer and other foreign material.
Apply an even continuous coat of cement starting
at the belt line, down one side, across bottom and up
opposite side of lower opening. Install weatherstrip
and seal area at belt line.
Upper Run Retainer and Seal VIEW 'IN CIRCLE A
Removal
(1) Remove screws attaching the glass run retainer
on roof rear header and remove retainer (Fig. 122).
(2) Remove seal assembly from roof header.
(3) Remove headlining rear corner retainer.
(4) Remove headlining rear retainer from roof
rear header outer reinforcement. APPLICATION
VIEW A-A NP640
lnstallat ion
(1) Position headlining rear retainer on roof rear Fig. 123-Upper and Pillar Runs
header outer reinforcement and install screws. QUARTER PANEL WINDOW
(2) Install headlining rear corner retainer over
end of headlining retainer and install screw. Removal
(3) Install a new glass run retainer seal, start lower (1) Unlock weatherstrip (Fig. 124) by prying lip of
edge of upper pillar, up and across roof header and weatherstrip apart, inserting a fibre wedge and with a
down opposite pillar. slight twist to the wedge, move tool completely
(4) Position rear header tail gate glass run retainer around weatherstrip forcing the locking tab out.
on seal and install screws. (2) Carefully loosen weatherstrip from glass on in-
side and outside surfaces.
Upper Run and Pillar Run (3) With an assistant supporting glass on the out-
Removal side from inside vehicle, force glass out of weather-
(1) Remove upper run from retainer (a press fit) strip.
(Fig. 123). (4) Inspect weatherstrip for damage.
(2) Remove pillar run to upper end of tail gate
lower opening weatherstrip screw. Installation
(3) Remove pillar run and retainer to pillar screws (1) When replacing! weatherstrip. make certain all
and remove run and retainer.
Installation
(1) Position pillar glass run and retainer on pillar,
inserting upper end into end of header glass run re-
tainer and install screws.
SEAL

I RETAINER

VIEW-Aq
NP638 NN830

Fig. 122-Upper Retainer and Seal Fig. 124-Station Wagon Quarter Window
BODY AND FRAME 2345
foreign material is removed from fence area.
(2) Apply sealer in fence and glass groove areas of
weatherstrip.
(3) Position and fully seat weatherstrip on fence.
(4) Position glass on weatherstrip and using a fibre
tool, seat glass into weatherstrip.
(5) With the palm of hand pound glass in an u p
ward and downward motion to seat it fully.
(6) Using a fibre tool, install locking tab.

DECK LID
Alignment
The deck lid hinges (Figs. 125 and 126) permit only
slight adjustment at the hinge attaching points. The
hinge brackets on Coronet-Dart are welded in place
and are not adjustable.
On Charger Models, counterbalancing for the deck NN932
lid is accomplished by use of torsion spring hinges Fig. 126-Deck Lid Hinge-Charger
(Fig. 126). The hinges are bolted to the upper inner
deck cross brace and to brackets on underside of (2) Ute care when disengaging a torsion bar as
deck lid. Adjustment is made by moving the anchor it i s under a load. Disengage torsion bar roller from
end of torsion spring to one of the three slots in hinge being removed.
the hinge face. (3) Remove spring nut (Coronet-Dart Models) re-
taining hinge to hinge bracket (Fig. 125) and remove
Replacement hinge. On Charger Models the hinge arm is bolted to
The deck lid is attached by two screws on each side. the deck upper panel.
An assistant’s aid is recommended when replacing,
to prevent it sliding rearward and damaging the lnstallation
paint and also to aid in aligning of the hinge screw (1) Use a new spring nut and install hinge.
holes when installing. (2) Install deck lid and connect torsion bars.
Hinge Replacement (3) Test deck lid adjustment.
Removal
(1) Remove the deck lid. TORSION BAR REPLACEMENT
Removal (Coronet-Dart)
(1) Remove torsion bar (under spring load) from
HINGE adjustment slot (Fig. 125).
/TORSION BAR

NK875
64 x 427A
Fig. 125-Deck Lid Hinge and Torsion Bar-
Coronet-Dart Fig. 127-Deck Lid Lock-Dart
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NN829

Fig. 128-Deck Lid Lock-Coronet

(2) Unwind torsion bar and remove from support


bracket. VIEW IN CIRCLE A VIEW IN CIRCLE B N K m
(3) Push torsion bar out of roller in hinge arm and
remove from hinge support. Fig. I30-Deck Lid Wwtherrtrlp-Coronet-Darr)
Lock Cylinder
/nstollatton The lock cylinder is retained by a spring steel W"
(1) Insert bar into hinge support and position end
of bar into hinge arm roller.
(2) Hook torsion bar into support bracket, and
position end of bar into first adjusting slot.
(3) Move deck lid to various open positions and test
tension of torsion bars.
(4) Adjust bars progressively until lid stays in open
position.

lock Replacement
The lock assembly (Figs. 127, 128 and 129) are
attached by two screws. Scribe location of lock mount-
ing flanges to aid in installation.

Lock Adjustment
Fig. I 3 1 4 ~ c Lid
k Wwtherrtrip-Charger
Vertical adjustment of the locks is made at the at-
taching screws. Side adjustment is made at the striker
attaching bolts.
LOCK

NN931 VIEW IN CIRCLE Z NN933

Fig. 129-Deck Lid Lock-Charger Fig. 132-Lower Panel Soul-Charger


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-47
shaped clip attached from within the body on Coronet- strip are correctly positioned when installing.
Dart Models (Fig. 128) and by a nut on Charger
Models (Fig. 129). Lower Panel Seal
The deck opening lower panel seal on Charger
Weathersfrip Models (Fig. 132) is positioned from the tail lamp
Apply an even continuous coat of cement to entire opening lower panel rear bumper stone deflector to
weatherstrip contact surface of deck lid opening (Figs. the quarter outside rear extension and tail lamp open-
130 and 131). Make sure molded corners of weather- ing lower panel with screws and washers.

INTERIOR T R I M AND SEATS


INDEX
Page Page
BELTS-SEAT Dart-2 Door ............................ 63
INTERIOR TRIM -4 Door ............................ 63
Console .................................... 47 Back-Rear ............................... 64
Floor Covering .............................. 47 Coronet-Convertible .................... 65
Scuff Plates ............................... 47 -Hardtop ....................... 64
Garnish Mouldings .......................... 47 -Sedan ......................... 64
Glove Box-Coronet ......................... 53 -Station Wagon 2nd and 3rd ..... 65
Dart ...................................... 53 Dart-Converti ble ....................... 66
Headlining-Fabric-Coronet ................ 49 -Hardtop .......................... 65
Cha rger-Da rt ............................ 51 -Sedan ............................ 65
Hardboard ................................ 52 Cushion-Front ........................... 58
Scuff Plates ................................ 47 Bucket Type ............................ 59
Trim Panels-Instrument Panel Pad .......... 47 Coronet ................................ 58
Package Shelf ............................ 54 Dart ................................... 59
SEATS Cush ion-Rear ............................ 60
Adjustment ................................. 55 Coronet-Deluxe ........................ 60
Belts-Safety ............................... 67 -Convertible .................... 61
Build-Up ................................... 58 -Hardtop ....................... 60
Ba ck-Fron t .............................. 62 - 4 4 0 - 4 Door ................... 60
Bucket Type ............................ -Station Wagon 2nd and 3rd ..... 65
Dart-Sedan ............................
64
Coronet--2 Door ........................ 62 61
-4 Door ......................... 63

SERVICE PROCEDURE
GAR N ISH MOULDI N GS lower outer end (Fig. 2). When installing, do not
tighten nuts until alignment has been made.
When removing a garnish moulding positioned
under the end of the adjoining moulding, loosen the CONSOLE
end attaching screw to prevent possible damage to Coronet and Charger Models
both mouldings. The consoles (Figs. 3 and 4) are attached to welded
To assure correct alignment when installing brackets on the floor pan tunnel with screws and bolts.
mouldings, install screws finger tight, align moulding To loosen the rear mountings, raise the carpet lower
at each end and tighten screws. Use care not to draw edges to expose the screw and bolt. All other attaching
screws down too much or moulding will be damaged screws are accessible from within the console.
by metal stretching at the screw holes.
Removal and installation procedures for garnish barf Models
mouldings are covered with the related component. The consoles (Fig. 5) attach to the front bracket
outer edge with screws. The center and rear attaching
screws are accessible from within the console.
INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM PAD
FLOOR COVERING
The instqment panel trim pad on Coronet and
Charger is attached with stud type retainers and nuts Scuff Plates
(Fig. 1). On Dart Models, screws are also used at the The scuff plates and extensions (Figs. 6 and 7) are
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TRIM PAD STUD RETAINERS

W
NP577 NPV6

Fig. 1 4 n d r u m e n t Panel Trim Pad (Coronet-Chargerl Fig. 2-Instrument Panel Trim Pad (Dartl
retained to the floor sills, quarter inner panels and of sealer should be applied at the ends and outer
support brackets with screws. When replacement of edges.
a scuff plate is required, a continuous 1/4 inch bead

I a ,

(USED WITH COLUMN SHIFT)

SECTION-CC ’
p-/ . SECTION-EE
NN408A

Fig. 3-Conrole Adaptation (Coronett)


6 BODY AND FRAME 23-49

Fig. 4-Console Adaptation (Charger)


Floor Covering H EADLl Nl NG
The front seat mounting brackets are positioned on
top of both front and rear floor covers. The rear floor Rernoval-F abric Type (Coronet Models)
(1) Remove rear seat cushion, dome light, bezel and
covering is positioned under the front covering. To lense, sun visors, rear view mirror, coat hooks and
remove the rear floor covering it is necessary to re- necessary garnish mouldings.
move the front seat assembly and the rear seat (2) Remove rear window trim moulding (Fig. 9).
cushion. (3) Remove headlining from cemented areas at
The well floor covering on station wagons is held in windshield header and rear window opening.
position with three retainers (Fig. 8). (4) Remove headlining from under shelf panel and
from quarter panels.

SHIFT LEVER
PILLAR C O V E R

NN4Ob 2 D O O R INNER NP580

Fig. 5-Console Adaptation (Dart) Fig. 6-Scvff Plates (Dart)


23-50 BODY AND FRAME 0

WITH ELECTRIC

4DOOR \ NN366

Fig. 7-Scuff Plates (Coronet-Charger) - NN382

Fig. I &Side Retainers


areas at a time.
(6) Remove headlining at windshield header and
from fasteners at rear window area (Fig. 11).
(7) Remove listing wires from side rail retainers
and support wire from rear listing wire (Fig. 12).
(8) Remove all foreign material and cement from
windshield header area and rear window opening
areas.
(9) Remove listing wires from headlining and insert
in comparable listing of new liner.
lnstullution
NN380 (1) Trim excess listing material even with edges of
headlining.
Fig. 8-Well Carpof (2) Locate centerline of lining and at front and
(5) Using a dull bladed putty knife, disengage rear ends, cut a small notch as an aid in maintaining
fabric from the side rail retainers (Fig. 10)by gently headlining alignment during installation.
forcing material up and off of retainers with the putty (3) Locate and mark with chalk the centerline
knife and while maintaining pressure on fabric, pull points of windshield and rear window.
disengaged portion down and out. Work only small (4) Center headlining at rear window and insert

NP579 RETAINERS NN395A

Fig. 9-Rear Window Trim Moulding Fig. I I-Rear Window Retainers


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HARDTOP

SEC. D-D

SEC. B-BW SEDAN


- SHELF ANE EL
HARDTOP
NP578

fig. 12-Heudlining Application

rear listing wire to retainer clips on roof rail exten- certain the seams are straight and material is free of
sions. wrinkles.
(5) Hook rear listing wire to wire supports (Fig. (13)Using a dull putty knife and working alter-
12) and stretch material sufficiently to remove all nately from side to side, install headlining on side rail
wrinkles while maintaining front to rear alignment. retainers.
The same amount of material should hang down at (14) Apply cement to rear window opening and to
both sides. quarter panel area, and after cement becomes tacky,
(6) Insert the remaining listing wires into the roof install headlining at rear window area, starting at top
side rail retainers following the same cautions as in center and working outward, down sides and at quar-
step 5. ter panel area.
(7)Apply cement to windshield header area and (15)Install rear seat cushion and coat hooks.
when tacky, start at centerline area of windshield and (16) Locate dome light and cut out sufficient ma-
position headlining to cemented area. terial for correct lighting. Install dome lamp bezel and
(8) Using a dull putty knife, secure liner on barbs lense.
at header area, do not install material at top of wind-
shield posts, making sure there are no wrinkles and
Charger Model
The headlining is a one piece panel with moulded
fabric seam is straight. trim (Fig. 13). To remove the headlining from the
(9) Locate sun visor mounting bracket screw holes side retainers, bow the panel in the center sufficiently
in header and cut holes in headlining slightly larger to allow one edge of panel to be removed from re-
than attaching screws. tainer. Slide opposite side off of other side retainer
(10)Install sun visors and tuck in corners of head- and remove from car. The headlining panel side re-
lining at top of windshield posts. tainers (Fig. 13) are attached to the roof side rail
(11)Locate rear visor mirror bracket screw holes, with clips.
cut holes in fabric slightly larger than screws and
install mirror. Dart Models
(12) When installing headlining at side rail re- The headlining is attached to the windshield header,
tainers, work only a small section at one time to make roof side rails and quarter panel areas with cement
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APPLICATION TO BODY

VIEW AT ARROW

RETAINER

Fig. 15-Headlining l r i m Moulding


NN942 end cap and pry the moulding off the retainer. When
installing moulding, make certain it is fully seated
Fig. 13-Headlining Panel and Retoinerr (Charger) and evenly spaced from side to side. Install end caps
in the headliner retainer and over the moulding ends.
only (Fig. 14).
Trim mouldings at the rear window area (Fig. 15) Lining Section
are attached to the upper and side retainer (Fig. 16) To remove either front or rear headlining sec-
by hand pressure. lions, remove windshield or rear window garnish
Listing wire retainers are installed in slots in the mouldings and the one moulding at inner edge. All
roof side rail and quarter panel areas (Fig. 17). inner sections require only removal of the outer edge
mouldings.
HARD BOARD LINING
Removal
Retainer Moulding Replacement (1) Remove mouldings (Fig. 18) at edges of section
The individual hard board headlining sections are being removed.
held in position with semi-flexible type plastic mould- (2) Using a fibre tool force liner section off of roof
ings (Fig. 18) forced over the retainer sections of the bow and out of side retainers.
roof bows. Starting at either outer end, remove the (3) Inspect section for damaged edges.
SUPPORT W I R E

HARDTOP

Fig. 14-Headlining Application


n BODY AND FRAME 23-53

fig. 16-Headlining Rear Window Retainers


fig. 19-Glove Box Attachment (Coronet)
roof bows.
(3) Install mouldings on retainers and caps over
ends.
(4) Install garnish mouldings.

GLOVE BOX
The Coronet Models glove box (Fig. 19) is a two
piece folded unit attached at the center outer areas
with screws. Dart Models use a one piece folded type
box (Fig. 20). Hinges for glove box doors are posi-
tioned through openings in instrument panel and are
attached to the doors with screws (Figs. 21 and 22).
SEDAN NPVO Removcrl-Coronet
(1) Remove glove box door from hinge (Fig. 21).
Fig. 17-Listing W i r e Retainers (2) Remove top and side attaching screws and
lnstallation remove glove box from rear of instrument panel.
(1) Position section on side retainers and in align-
ment with mating surface of roof bow.
Build-Up
(1) On upper half of new glove box (Fig. 23), re-
(2) Push section up at center to seat in side re- move gated section for light, if used, and attach certi-
tainers and align edges with moulding retainer on card holder with staples.
(2) Bend upper half section along indent lines, 15
places, and secure in position with staples.
(3) Bend lower half section (Fig. 23) along indent
lines, 11places, and secure in position with staples.

Fig. 18-Hard Type Headlining fig. 20-Grove Box Attachment (bar))


23-54 BODY AND FRAME Q

/nstallation
(1) From rear of instrument panel, position glove
box in opening and align mounting holes.
(2) Install screws at sides to hold in position.
(3) Install glove box door and attaching screws.
PACKAGE SHELF PANEL
Replacement (Coronet)
(1) Remove rear seat cushion and back assembly.
(2) Remove rear window side garnish mouldings
and defogger outlet.
NN394 (3) Loosen cemented end edges of panel (Fig. 24).
(4) Raise panel at front and remove retainers from
Fig. 2 1 4 1 0 ~ 0Box Door (Coronet) shelf panel.
(5) Slide panel forward and up to remove.
(6) Remove retainers from trim panel.
The silencer pad (Fig. 24) is retained on the shelf
panel with cement. Raise front edge of pad and using
a putty knife, loosen pad from cement and remove.
Remove all foreign material and cement from shelf
panel.
When installing the silencer pad, apply cement
evenly to same areas from which removed.
Dart Models
The shelf trim panel and silencer pad is retained
on the shelf panel with spring type fasteners (Fig. 25).
installation
(1) Remove the defogger inlet gated section from
new panel.

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(2) Install panel retainers and slide panel into posi-
Fig. 2 2 4 1 0 ~ 0
Box Door (Dart) tion on shelf panel.
(4) Position upper and lower halves together, align (3) Align retainers with mounting holes, but do
screw holes and install attaching screws. not insert.
STAPLE-

ALF

Fig. 2 3 4 1 0 ~ 0
Box Build-up (Coronet)
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-55

SILENCE

\
SHELF PANEL

NN391

Fig. 24-Shelf Trim Panel (Coronet)


e NP133
(4) Apply cement to panel end extensions and force
retainers into mounting holes using hand pressure. Fig. 26-Seut Adlustments
(5) Install defogger outlet, rear seat back and REPLACEMENT
cushion and window garnish mouldings.
Front Seat
The front seat cushion is an integral part of the
SEATS seat frame. All seat frames are attached to the ad-
justers by studs and nuts. Remove nuts from adjuster
ADJUSTMENT mounting bolts, under floor pan, and remove seat.
To raise or lower the front seat (Fig. 26), loosen Rear Seat Cushion (iExcept Charger)
the adjuster mounting bolt nuts, under floor pan, and The rear seat cushion is held in place (Fig. 27) by
remove or install shims between the adjuster base and the cushion under the seat
floor pan.
To move seat “fore or aft,” reposition the adjuster
mounting bolts in the adjuster base. Three holes are
provided at each mounting bolt area.

/ NP567
SHELF PANEL

Fig. 25-Shelf Trim Panel (Dart) Fig. 27-Rear Seat Attachment


23-56 BODY AND FRAME 0

back. The front lower frame of the seat incorporates


retainers which fit into slotted brackets welded to
the floor pan.

Rear Seat Back (Except Charger)


The rear seat back (Fig. 27) is held in place by tangs
on the seat frame upper edge being positioned over
hangers on the shelf panel support. The lowm edge
incorporates two metal straps which are attached to
brackets welded on the floor pan.

Rear Seat Cushion (Charger)


The rear seat cushions are attached to welded
brackets on the rear floor pan with screws (Fig. 28).

Back Assembly (Charger)


(1)Remove seat cushion and bolt and washers at-
taching locking link to center floor pan cover exten-
sion panel (Fig. 29). Fig. 28-Smwr Cushion AMchment
(2) Remove body half of hinge to the rear floor pan DimssemMy-sm ~~~k
bracket nuts. (1) Remove nut and washer attaching body and seat
(3) Remove the seat back assembly. hinge halfs. (Fig. 30).

Fig. 29-Seat k c & Application


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-57

.,.-..... . %.. rvLo,$,K,?NG


“Iyr\ - m,OFDIRECTION
VIEW IN SCREW/\
ARROW C

Fig. 3 I -Second Seat Back


NN943A
lnsta Ilation
Fig. 30-Folding and Locking Mechanism (1)Position inner hinge in rear floor cover panel
extension and outer hinge reinforcement on rear floor
(2) Remove body half of hinge and bushing. pan bracket.
(3) Remove release handle pin from release rod (2) Secure outer hinge reinforcement to rear floor
and bushing off of rod. bracket with nuts.
(4) Remove bearing to panel screws and slide (3) Position locking link on extension panel and
locking link assembly out of seat panel. install mounting bolt and washers.
(5) Remove mouldings, carpet and foundation from (4) Install seat cushion assembly.
seat back (Fig. 30).
(6) Remove inner hinge from seat and seat half of STATION WAG0 N-S ECO ND SEAT BACK
hinge bracket.
(7)Remove step bolt and washer from seat hinge
half. Removal
(1) Remove seat back to hinge screws (Fig. 31).
(2)Release the catches on seat back (Fig. 32) and
Assembly remove seat assembly.
(1)Insert locking link rod on seat back panel,
align bearing bracket and seat attaching screw holes
and install retaining screws. lnstallation
(2) Place washer on step bolt and insert bolt in (1) Position seat back on hinge assemblies and in-
seat half of hinge bracket. stall screws.
(3) Slide bushing on step bolt and position body half (2)Test and adjust engagement of seat back catches.
of hinge bracket on bushing shoulders. Install re- kKNOB
taining washer and nut on shoulder boot. --H
SEAT BACK
(4) Position seat half of hinge bracket over lock-
ing link rod and install attaching screws.
(5) Slide bushing on link rod and tap into hinge
bracket and seat panel.
(6) Install spring type pin in link rod.
(7) Position handle on rod and install retaining
PUSHROD 1 d /Y
screw.
(8) Install jam nut on inner hinge pin. The nut
should be installed to full length of threads on pin.
(9) Place washer on hinge pin and install pin in
weld nut on seat inner side panel. Tighten jam nut
to secure pin in panel.
NN507
(10) Install carpet-foundation assembly and mould-
ings on seat back. Fig. 32-Second Seat Lock
23-58 BODY AND FRAME 0

SECOND SEAT CUSHION (2) Install hinges on quarter panel and tighten
securely.
Removal (3) Inspect seat fit and alignment test operation of
(1)Raise rear floor hinged panel and remove cush- seat.
ion to floor pan screws.
(2) Move cushion rearward to disengage locking Seat Build-Up
bars at front bottom side and remove cushion. The illustrations being used as references for the
seat build-up procedures contain circles in which
lnstallat ion numerals are inserted. These circles are attached to
(1) Place cushion in position and engage locking various areas of the unit. The circled numerals
bars brackets on floor pan. designate the area referred to by the procedure step
(2) Raise floor hinged panel and install cushion number being read.
mounting strap to floor pan screws. Normally, only the cover will be replaced. In those
instances make certain the spring pad (where used)
THIRD SEAT BACK and pad cover are centered on the spring and are
attached correctly.
Removal
(1) With third seat back in the UP position, remove Front Seat Cushion (Coronet Deluxe and 440)
the seat hinge link screws (Fig. 33). (Figs. 34 and 35)
(2) Remove seat back and support panel assembly. Spring or Cover Pad
(3) The seat back cushion is retained with screws (1) Front-Attach to top rim, (7) hog rings @e-
on the seat panel. luxe), ( 5 ) hog rings (440) equally spaced.
(2) Sides-Attach to top rim, (3) hog rings each
lnstallat ion side spaced equally.
(1) Position cushion on panel and install screws. (3) Rear-Attach cover pad to every element, (13)
(2) Position back and support panel assembly on hog rings.
hinge links and install screws.

CUSHION Cover
(4) Inside listing-Attach to each element, (13)hog
The third seat cushion is attached to hinges which rings.
in turn are attached to the quarter inner panels. (5) Front-Attach to each slot in bottom frame,
(11)hog rings.
Removal (6) Sides-Attach to each slot in bottom frame, (7)
(1) Remove hinge to quarter panel screws. hog rings each side.
(2) Remove rear seat cushion assembly. (7) Rear-Attach to each element, (13)hog rings.

lnstallation
(1) Position cushion2ssembly on floor pan.

BACK USH HI ON SEAT CUSHIONI,-- NK853

Fig. 33-Third Seat Buck and Cushion Fig. 34-Front Seeit Cushion-Coronet Deluxe
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-59

COVER
2 DOOR PAD NN412
VIEW CIRCLE B NN418
Fig. 35-Front Seat Cushion-Coronet 440

(8) Rear inner facing (2 door)-Attach to slot in Fig. 37-Front Seat Cushion - Dart 4 Door
bottom frame, (1)hog ring each side.
Bucket Seat Cushion (Fig. 38)
Pad Support
Dart (Figs. 36 and 37) (1) Front-Attach to outside top rim,(3) hog rings.
Spring Pad (2) Sides-Attach to outside top rim, (3) hog rings
(1) Front-Attach to every other spring, (7) hog each side.
rings. (3) Rear-Attach to 5th bar of all intermediate
(2) ,Sides-Attach to jack spring, (2) hog rings elements, (5) hog rings.
each side.
(3)Rear-Attach with cover pad to every other
spring, (12) hog rings.

Cover __
COIRONET ‘lSTING
(4) Inside listing-Attach to each spring, (12) hog
rings.
(5) Front-Attach to each slot in bottom frame,
(11)hog rings.
(6) Sides-Attach to each slot in bottom frame, (7) DART
hog rings each side.
(7) Rear-Attach to each spring, (10) hog rings.
(8) Rear facing ends (2 door models)-attach to
slots in bottom frame, (2) hog rings each end. On 4
door models, attach side facing ends.

NN419 TOP RIM PAD

Fig. 36-Front Seat Cushion - Dart 2 Door Fig. 38-Bucket Seat Cushion
23-60 BODY AND FRAME 0

Top Rim Pad (7) Rear-Attach to 13th bar of 1st element, (1) hog
(4) Front-Attach to outside top rim, (6) hog rings. ring each side.
(2) Sides-Attach to outside top rim, (5) hog rings
each side. Foundation Board
(8) Attach to frame slots, (2) hog rings (taxi only).
Cover Pad
(6) Front-Attach to spring frame holes, (3) hog Coronet 440 (4 Door) (Fig. 40)
rings, and (1)hog ring each tab. Pad Support
(7) Sides-Attach to spring frame holes, (4) hog (1) Front and Sides-Attach to top rim, (11) hog
rings each side. rings equally spaced.
(8) Rear-Attach to 3rd bar of lst, 3rd, 5th inter- (2) Rear-Attach to retainer slots, (2) hog rings (at-
mediate element, (1)hog ring each. tach cover pad at same time-Step 4).

Cover Listing Top Rim Pad


(9) Sides-(Coronet 500)-Attach to listing wires, (3) Front and Sides-Attach to top rim, (11) hog
(4) hog rings each side. rings equally spaced.
(10) Center-(GT)-Attach to listing wire, (4) hog
rings. Cover Pad
(4) Rear-Attach with pad support to retainer slots.
Rear Seat Cushion (Coronet Deluxe) (Fig. 39)
Spring Pad Cover
(1) Front-Attach to 4th bar of lst, 3rd, 5th inter- (5) Front and Sides-Attach to spring frame slots,
mediate elements, (1)hog ring each, for each side and (28) hog rings.
(1)hog ring to 2nd center element. (6) Rear-Attach to retainer slots, (21) hog rings.
(2) Side-Attach to top rim, (3) hog rings each side.
(3) Rear-Attach to spring frame retainer slots, (2)
hog rings. Insulator
(7)Front-Attach to 8th bar of 1st element, (1)hog
Cover ring each side (View Arrow “B”).
(4) Front and SidenAttach to frame slots, (28) hog (8) Rear-Attach to 13th bar of 1st element, (1)hog
rings. ring each side (View Arrow “B”).
(5) Rear-Attach to retainer slots (2) hog rings.
Coronet 440-500 (2 Door H.T.) (Fig. 4 1 )
fnsulator Pad Support
(6) Front-Attach to 8th bar of 1st element, (1)hog (1) Front-Attach to top rim, (5) hog rings equally
ring each side. spaced.

ELEMENT

ING PAD NN421

Fig. 39-Rear Seat Cushion-Coronet Deluxe Fig. JO-Rear Seat Cushion-Coronet 440 (4 Door)
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-61

Fig. 4 1 -Rear Seat Cushion-Coronet 440-500 (2 Door) Fig. 42-Rear Seat Cushion-Coronat 440-500
(Convertible)
(2) Sides-Attach to top rim, (3) hog rings each
side equally spaced. ing modification.
(3) Rear-ith cover pad, Step 6.) Attach to re- Pad Support-Sides--(4) hog rings each side-
tainer slots, (13)hog rings. Rear-, (16) hog rings.
Cover Pad-F’ront-Attach to trim brace, (15) hog
rings equally spaced.
Top Rim Pad
(4) Front-Attach to top rim, (9) hog rings equally Cover-FrondAttach to trim brace, (19) hog rings
spaced. equally spaced.
(5) Sides-Attach to top rim, (4) hog rings each -Sides-Attach to semi bottom rim,(6) hog
side equally spaced. rings each side equally spaced.
-Rear--(16) hog rings.
Cover Pad Foundation Board
(6) Rear-Attach with pad support (Step 3). (1) Front-Attach to spring frame slots, (5) hog
rings each side.
Cover (2) Sides-Attach to spring frame slots, (1)hog ring
(7) Front-Attach to spring frame slots (5) hog each side and to semi bottom rim, (1)hog ring each
rings each side and to trim brace, (12) hog rings. side.
(8) Sides-Attach to spring frame slots, (2) hog
rings each side and to same bottom rim, (3) hog rings Dart Sedan Models (Fig. 43)
each side. lnsulator
(9) Rear-Attach to frame retainer slots, (2) hog (1) Attach to tension braces at center of spring, (4)
rings. hog rings (View Arrow “B”).

lnsulator Spring Pad


(10) Front-Attach to 8th bar of 1st center ele (2) Front-Attach to spring elements, (5) hog rings
ment, (1)hog ring each side. (See View Arrow “A”).
(11) Rear-Attach to 13th bar of 1st center ele- (3) Sides-Attach to spring top rim, (2) hog rings
ment, (1)hog ring each side. each side.
(4) Rear-Attach to each slot in spring retainer,
Convertible (Fig. 42) (11)hog rings.
The procedures for convertible models are the (5) Rear Ends-Attach to slot in spring retainer a
same as for two door hardtop models with the follow- ends, (1)hog ring each end.
23-62 BODY AND FRAME 0

(6) Sides-Attach to bottom rim, (5) hog rings each


side equally spaced.
(7) Rear-Attach to bottom rim, (14) hog rings
equally spaced.

3rd Seat Cushion (Coronet)(Fig. 45)


Spring Pad
(1) Front-Attach to top rim,(6) hog rings equally
spaced.
(2) SidecAttach to top rim, (3) hog rings each
side equally spaced.
(3) Rear-Attach to 9th bar of each intermediate
spring elements (10) hog rings.

Cover
(4) FronGAttach to spring retainer holes, (11)hog
rings (See Note in illustration).
( 5 ) Sides-Attach to spring retainer slots, (6) hog
rings each side.
(6) Rear-Attach to spring retainer holes, (9) hog
VIEW DIRECTION rings and to the 3rd bar of the end and 2nd interme
ARROW A NN441
diate element, (4) hog rings.
Fig. 43-Rear Saut Cushion-hrt Sedan and Hardtop
Silencer
Convertible (Dart 270 and 01)(Fig. 44) (7) Fronb-Attach to 2nd bar of the lst, 3rd, 5th
Spring Pad spring element, (5) hog rings.
(1) Front-Attach to 2nd turn of each coil, (9) hog (8) Rear-Attach to 4th loop of every other spring
rings. element, (7) hog rings.
(2) Sides-Attach to 2nd turn of each coil, (3) hog
rings each side. Front Seat Back (Fig. 46)
(3) Rear-Attach to top rim, (9) hog rings equally Two Door Coronet 440
spaced. Spring Pad
(1)Top-Attach to trim brace, (4) hog rings equally
Rubber Pad (Special Equipment) spaced.
(4) Rear-Attach with spring pad (step 3) if used. (2) Sides-Attach to 2nd turn of each coil, (3) hog
rings each side.
Cover
(5) F’ronLAttach to each slot in bottom frame,
(19) hog rings.

AND AlTACH SIDE FACING TO


FRONT FACING (2 PLACES)

Fig. 44-Rear Sea?Cushion-Dart Convertible Fig. 45--Third Seat Cushion-Coron@


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-63

Cover
(4) Kick pad-Attach to slots in retainer, (5) hog
rings equally spaced.
(5) Lower front facing-Attach to kick pad listing
wire and each slot in retainer, (13)hog rings.
(6) Lower side and inner facing-Attach to front
seat cushion, (5) hog rings each side.

2 Door Dart-270 (Fig. 48)


Spring Pad
TWIST BURLAP- (1)Top-Attach to each slot in retainer, (6) hog
ATTACH WITH rings.
(2) Sides-Attach to arch wire, (3)hog rings each
side.
NN448 (3) Bottom-Attach to each spring, (5) hog rings.

Fig. 46-Front Seat Bac&-Coronet 440 (2 Door) Cover


(4) Inside Listing-Attach to each spring, (5) hog
(3) Bottom-Attach to 2nd turn of each coil, (5) hog rings.
rings. (5) Extension Tab-Attach to jack spring, (1) hog
ring (See View Arrow “A”).
Cover (6) Front and Rear Facing-Attach to rear facing,
(4) Lower side facing inner tab-Attach to semi- (8) hog rings.
bottom rim, (1)hog ring on inside facing only. (7) Rear Facing-Attached to front facing in step
(5) Kick pad-Attach to semi-bottom rim, (2) hog 6.
rings. (8) Lower Facing Outer Extension-Attach to lower
(6) Lower front facing-Attach to semi-bottom rim rear facing listing wire, (1)hog ring each side.
and kick pad listing wire, (7) hog rings equally spaced.
(7) Lower side facing outer tab-Attach to lower
front facing listing wire, (1)hog ring each tab. Foundation
(9) Attach to trim wire, (4) hog rings.

4 Door Coronet (Fig. 47) Dart 4 Door (Fig. 49)


Spring Pad (1) Top-Attach to slots in retainer, (8) hog rings.
(1)Top-Attach to slots in retainer, (9) hog rings
(2) Sides-Attach to arch wire, (3)hog rings each
equally spaced.
side.
(2) Sides-Attach to arch wire, (3)hog rings each
(3) Bottom-Attach to each element, (10)hog rings.
side, equally spaced.
(3) Bottom-Attach to each spring, (13)hog rings.

9 RETAINER

W
NN449

Fig. 47-Front Seat Back-Coronet 440 14 Door) Fig. 48-Front Seat Back-Dart 270 (2 Door)
VIEW DIRECTION ARROW A NN451
COVER LISTING COVER
Fig. 49-Front S w t Buck-Durt 14 Door) CORONET

Cover PPA
D
P
-ORT
(4) Inspect Listing-Attach to each element, (10) VIEW IN CIRCLE A
SECTION B-B
NN4W
hog rings.
(5) Kick Pad-Attach to front facing, (10) hog
rings, equally spaced.
(6) Side Facing Lower-Attach to front seat cush-
(8) Vertical Center-Attach to listing wires, (3) hog
ion, (2) hog rings each end.
rings (Dart).
(7) Extension Tabs-Attach to front seat cushion,
(3) hog rings each end.
Cover
(9) Top-Attach to spring retainer slots, (5) hog
Foundation Board (Heavy bufy Only) rings.
(8) Attach to spring, (6) hog rings. (10) SideoAttach to trim wires, (6) hog rings each
side equally spaced.
Bucket Seat (Fig. 50) (11) Bottom-Attach to spring retainer slots, (5)
Pad Support hog rings.
(1) Top-Attach to the 3rd bar of spring Wires, (4)
hog rings. Rear Seat Back-Coronet (Sedan-Hardtop)
(2) Sides-Attach to trim wires, (4) hog rings each (Fig. 5 I )
side. Spring Pad
(3) Bottom-Attach to the 3rd bar of spring wires, (1) Top-Attach to outside top rim, (8) hog rings
(4) hog rings. equally spaced.
(2) Sides-Attach to outside top rim, (3) hog rfngs
each side equally spaced.
Cover Pad (Rubber) (3) Bottom-Attach to outside top rim, (8) hog
(4) Top-Attach to spring retainer slot, (5) hog rings equally spaced.
rings.
( 5 ) Sides-Attach to trim wires, (4) hog rings each
Cover
side. (4) Top-Attach to frame retainer slots, (12) hog
(6) Bottom-Attach to spring retainer slots, (5) hog rings equally spaced.
rings. (5) Sides-Attach to spring trim wires, (8) hog
rings each side equally spaced.
Cover Listing (6) Bottom-Attach to bottom rim, (3) hog rings
(7) Vertical-Attach to listing wires, (3) hog rings each side and to retainer slots, (9) hog rings equally
each side (Coronet). spaced.
BODY AND FRAME 23-65

TOP RIM- $ SPRING

NN458

Fig. 5 I -Rear Seat Back-Coronet Fig. 53-Second Seat Back-Coronet

Convertible-Coronet (Fig. 52) Station W a g o n (2nd and 3rd Seats) Coronet


Spring Pad (Figs. 53 and 54)
(1) Top-Attach to top trim brace, (9) hog rings
Spring Pad
(1) Top-Attach (2nd seat) trim rim, (10) hog rings,
equally spaced. or (3rd seat) trim wire, (8) hog rings equally spaced.
(2) Sides-Attach to outside top rim wires, (4) hog (2) Sides-Attach to top rim, (3) hog rings each
rings each side equally spaced. side equally spaced.
(3) Bottom-Attach to 3rd turn of each coil of bot- (3) Bottom-Attach to (2nd seat) top rim, (8) hog
tom row,(1)hog ring each side to top end of number rings, or (3rd seat) trim wire, (8) hog rings equally
1, 2 and 3 coils, (1)hog ring each side to bottom end spaced.
of number 4 coil, and (1) hog ring to bottom end of
number 5 coil. Cover
(4) Top-Attach to trim wire, (18) hog rings equally
spaced, or (3rd seat) trim wire, (12) hog rings equally
Cover spaced.
(4) Top-Attach to trim brace, (14) hog rings equal- (5) Bottom-Attach to (2nd seat) semi bottom rim,
ly spaced. (14) hog rings, or (3rd seat) trim wire, (12) hog rings
(5) Sides-Attach to bottom brace, (5) hog rings equally spaced.
each side. (6)Sides-Attach to trim wire, (8) hog rings each
(6) Bottom-Attach to bottom rim wires, (15) hog seat) trim wire, (8) hog rings each side equally spaced.
rings equally spaced.
Sedan and Hardtop-Dart (Fig. 55)
Spring Pad
(1) Top-Attach to slots in retainer, (12) hog rings.

- SPRING PAD NN459 NN457

Fig. 52-Rear Seat Back-Coronet Convertible Fig. 54-Third Seat Back-Coronet


23-66 BODY AND FRAME 0

LISTING WIRE

NN456
OF BELTS NN572
Fig. 55-Rear Seat Back-Dart Sedun-Uurcltop
Fig. 58-Swr Belt Attachment-Corona) (Reur)
(2) Sides-Attach (2) hog rings each side to slots in
retainer (1)hog ring on top rim each side. Cover
(4) Top-Attach to each slot in retainer, (12) hog
(3) Bottom-Attach to each spring element and top rings.
rim (11)hog rings. (5) Sides-Attach to retainer brace, (7) hog rings
each side.
(6) Bottom-Attach to each slot in bottom frame
and side facing (14)hog rings.
&L 1 CARDBOARD
Convertible-Dart (Fig. 56)
Spring Pad
(1) Top-Attach to trim brace, (7) hog rings equally
spaced.
(2) Sides-Attach to 2nd turn of each coil, (4) hog
rings each side.
(3) Bottom-Attach to 2nd turn of each coil, (9) hog
rings.

SPRING PAD Cover


NN454 (4) Top-Attach to trim brace, (9) hog rings equally
spaced.
Fig. 56-Rear Soat Buck-Durt Convertible
(5) Sides-Attach to each slot in “J” rim, (3) hog

RETRACTABLE REINFORCEMENT NN574

Fig. 57-Seat Belt Attachment IFront)


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-67
rings each side. Attach to bottom rim ends, (1) hog ringseachsideof corrugated slats.
ring each side and attach to brace wire, (3) hog rings
each side.
(6) Bottom-Attach to bottom rim, (14) hog rings SEAT BELTS
equally spaced.
Cardboard Refer to Figures 57,58 and 59 for application points
(7) Bottom-Attach to trim brace wire, (2) hog of seat belts.

WINDSHIELD AND REAR WINDOW


INDEX
Page Page
REAR WINDOW WIN DSH IELD
Coronet .................................... 69 Convertible ................................. 69
Dart-Charger .............................. 70 Coronet-Charger ........................... 67
Dart ........................................ 68

SERVICE PROCEDURE
WINDSHIELD
Replacement-Coronet-Charger
Removal
(1) Cqver cowl, hood and fender area with a protec-
tive covering.
(2) Remove windshield garnish and outer mould-
ings (Figs. 1and 2).
(3) Unlock weatherstrip (Fig. 3) by prying lip of
weatherstrip apart, inserting a fibre wedge, and with
a slight twist to wedge, unlock by moving wedge
around weatherstrip.
(4) Carefully loosen weatherstrip from glass inner
and outer sides.
(5) With an assistant supporting one end of wind-
shield, exert pressure, from inside the car, to force
windshield out of weatherstrip and carefully remove
from opening.
(6) Whenever a glass has cracked from pressure at
the fence area, remove weatherstrip and correct
cause of crack. The fence should be straight, smooth
and without burrs or high spots.
(7) Inspect weatherstrip for damage.
lnstallation
(1) Remove all old sealer and cement from original
weatherstrip if it is being used.
(2) Apply sealer in fence and glass groove portions
of weatherstrip.
(3) Apply a 3/8 inch bead of sealer cement com-
pletely across cowl top panel lower windshield frame
area (Fig. 4).
(4) Position weatherstrip lower section to tab area,
starting at corners install over tabs and work toward '9
center.
(5) Install weatherstrip on fence at sides and upper Fig. I-Windshield Garnish Mouldings
23-68 BODY AND FRAME 0

blades.
(12) Install inner garnish mouldings, clean glass
inner and outer surfaces and remove protective cover-
ing.

Dart Models
Removal
(1) Place a protective covering over cowl, hood and
fender area next to windshield.
(2) From inside car, remove windshield garnish
mouldings and lower trim strip (Fig. 5).
(3) Remove windshield wiper arms and blades.
(4) Starting at bottom center of windshield, pry out
end of mylar strip and remove strip from weather-
-VIEW A
RETAINER NN768
strip (Fig. 6).
(5) Insert tapered end of a fibre stick between
Fig. 2-Windshkld Outer Mouldings weatherstrip and glass and carefully work weather-
strip from glass.
(6) With an assistant, apply hand pressure to upper
side corner of glass and push glass out of windshield
opening.
(7) Remove weatherstrip from fence if found to be
distorted, cut or torn. Inspect fence for bends and
rough surfaces.

lnstallatlon
(1) If weatherstrip was removed, remove all sealer
and foreign material from fence. Apply a small bead
of cement in fence groove of weatherstrip.
(2) Position weatherstrip (Fig. 6) over fence, mak-
ing sure it fits smoothly and evenly.
(3) Coat glass groove of weatherstrip with mineral
F 19. 3-Windshield W e d h e n t r i p spirits.
(4) With an assistant, insert top edge of glass into
(8) Insert a fibre tool between weatherstrip and
weatherstrip.
glass, at either corner, slide tool across top, and com-
(5) Support glass on opening, insert a fibre wedge
pletely around weatherstrip to seat glass in place.
(9) Using a fibre tool and working across top, down
in groove of weatherstrip and strip in glass. Bump
sides and over bottom, force weatherstrip locking tab
into locked position (Fig. 3).
(10)Water test windshield area.
(11) Install outer mouldings, wiper a m and

WEATHERSTRIP

VIEW AT ARROW "A' NN279

Fig. C W i n d s h i e M Installation Fig. S-Windshield Oarnish Moulding (Dart)


0 BODY A N D FRAME 23-69

/
r-
LOCKING
STRIPS

LOWER MOULD1 NN413


Fig. &Windshield Replacement (Dart)
Fig. 7-Windshield Mouldings-Convertible (Coronet)
glass with palm of hand so glass is properly seated
and centered. (1) Position header cap moulding up against
(6) Use mineral spirits only as a lubricant and in- weatherstrip, force moulding against weatherstrip,
sert locking strip with a fibre tool starting at lower and press rear edge down over header.
weatherstrip center. Use caution not to stretch lock- (2) Install screws loosely to hold in position and
ing strip and trim ends flush. lightly tap with a rubber hammer to seat. Be sure cap
(7) Position, seat and insert extended lip of is evenly spaced across header.
weatherstrip (Fig. 6) at top and sides (sides only on (3) Tighten screws securely.
convertible). (4) Water test windshield area.
( 8 ) Water test windshield area. (5) Install windshield outside mouldings (Figs. 7
(9) Install and adjust wiper arms and blades. and 8 ) and “A” post moulding.
(10)Clean inner and outer glass surfaces and re- (6) Install sun visor, wiper arms and clean wind-
move protective covering. shield.
(11)Install trim strip and inner garnish mouldings.
REAR WINDOW
CONVERTIBLE MODELS
Replacement-Coronet Models
Removul (1) Place a protective covering over deck lid, quar-
(1) Cover cowl, hood and fender area with a protec- ter panel and rear window areas. Remove rear win-
tive covering. dow mouldings (Fig. 9).
(2) Release top locking mechanisms and push (2) Using a fibre wedge, loosen weatherstrip from
header from windshield frame to expose moulding re- rear window fence, both inside and outside lips.
tainer screws.
(3) Remove wiper arms and blades.
(4) Remove windshield outside mouldings (Figs. 7
and 8).
(5) Remove inner “A” post side mouldings.
APPLICATION AT A-A
(6) Remove sun visors and screws attaching header
trim cap to header.
(7) Pry header moulding up slightly to clear mould-
ing from weatherstrip, disengage from header and
remove.
(8) Remove windshield in same method as other
models.

fnstallation NP509
Install windshield in same manner as described for
other models, then continue as follows: Fig. 8-Windshield Mouldings-Convertible (Dart)
23-70 BODY AND FRAME 0

(8) With palm of hand, tap rear window glass to


make certain it is fully seated.

Ib
(9) Seal weatherstrip to fence areas, on outside
only. Remove all excess sealer.
(10)Water test rear window area.
MOULDING (11) Install window mouldings, clear glass and r e
move protective covering.

Dart-Charger Models
Removal
(1) Place a protective covering over deck lid, quar-
ter panel and rear window areas and remove rear
window mouldings (Figs. 11 and 12).

Steps 2,3 and 4 for Charger Models Only


Fig. 9-Roar Window Mouldings (Coronet) (2) Remove courtesy light lens and base screws,
(3)With an assistant supporting glass on outside, bezel attaching screws and rear screws only at roof
from inside car, push against glass at one of the upper rail garnish and finish mouldings.
corners and remove glass and weatherstrip from (3) Remove window upper and lower garnish
fence. mouldings.
(4) Place glass on a cloth covered bench and care- (4) Remove quarter trim panel extension screws
fully remove weatherstrip. at top and rear.
(5) Remove all sealer from the glass, weatherstrip (5) Using a fibre wedge, loosen weatherstrip lips
and fence. from inside car.
(6) With an assistant supporting glass on outside,
Insf allation from inside car, push against glass at one of upper
(1) Inspect weatherstrip fence to be certain it is corners and remove glass and weatherstrip from
clean, smooth and straight. fence.
(2) Flow a continuous ribbon of cement on each lip (7) Place glass on a cloth covered bench and care-
and around entire length of weatherstrip glass groove. fully remove weatherstrip.
(3) Insall weatherstrip on rear window, making (8) Inspect polyethylene seal (Figs. 13 and 14) and
sure it is fully seated (Fig. 10). remove only if damaged.
(4)Install twine into fence groove of weatherstrip. (9) Remove all sealer from glass, weatherstrip and
(5) The ends of the twine should be at top center fence.
section of weatherstrip (Fig. 10).
(6)With an assistant, position rear window and Installation
weatherstrip in rear window opening. (1) Inspect rear window fence to be certain it is
(7) With an assistant supporting glass in position, clean, smooth and straight.
enter car and pull twine slowly to seat weatherstrip (2) If polyethylene seal (Figs. 13 or 14) was r e
on fence. moved, install new seals, starting at lower end. Over-

VIEW A-A
FENCE’ w EATHTR:
STRIP NN276 W IN CIRCLE B

Fig. IO-Reur Window Replacement (Coronet) Fig. 1 14-r Window Mouldings I h H )


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-71

Fig. I2-Rear Window Mouldings (Charger)

lap top seal, starting with a 3/4 inch overlap at left


side. Seal should overlap lower seal at right side by 2 Fig. I4-Rear Window Seals (Charger)
inches maximum. If greater than 2 inches, trim at a and with the assistant supporting glass in position,
30 degree angle (Fig. 12). enter car and pull twine slowly to seat weatherstrip
(3) Flow a continuous ribbon of cement on each lip on fence.
and around entire length of weatherstrip glass groove. (7) With palm of hand, tap glass to make certain it
(4) Install weatherstrip on glass. is fully seated.
(5) Install twine into fence groove of weatherstrip (8) Seal weatherstrip to fence areas, on outside
so ends of twine are at top center section of weather- only. Remove all excess sealer.
strip (Fig. 15). (9) Water test rear window area.
(6) With an assistant, position window in opening (10) On Charger Models install interior trim and
garnish mouldings removed in .steps 2, 3 and 4 of
Removal.
(11) Install mouldings, clean glass and remove pro-
tective cover.
WEATHERSTRIP

/VIEW IN CIRCLE I; NN260 ' A NN258


Fig. 13-Rearr Window Seals (Dart) Fig. 15-Rear Window Replacement (Dart-Charger)
23-72 BODY AND FRAME 0

CONVERTIBLE
INDEX
Page Page
Adjustments Stack Height ................................ 75
Backlight Wrinkles .......................... 72 Cover Replacement ........................... 78
Cable-Rear Bow Tension .................... 75 Electrical Tests ............................... 75
Door and Glass .............................. 73 Circuit Breaker ............................. 75
Header-Top ................................ Control Switch .............................. 76
H inges .....................................
73
74 Motor ...................................... 76
Latching Mechanism ........................ 73 Folding Mechanism ........................... 73
Major ...................................... 73 Raising or Lowering Top ....................... 72
Minor ...................................... 73 Reservoir ..................................... 73
Power Link ................................. 75 Weatherstrips
Prop Link .................................. 74 Header ..................................... 77
Cam Adjustment ............................ 75 Roof Side Rail .............................. 77
Roof Side Rail .............................. 74 Seals and Sealers .......................... 77
Shifting Top ................................ 75 Well Liner .................................... 76
SERVICE D I A G N O S I S
Condition Possible Cause Correction
TOP AND WINDSHIELD Incorrect side rail adjustment. With top header locked in position, ad-
HEADERS NOT MEETING just front hinge.
AT CORRECT ANGLE

IMPROPER MEETING Improper power link adjustment. Adjust power link bracket in direction of
(fore and aft) OF TOP movement desired.
AND WINDSHIELD
HEADERS

TOP HEADER NOT Improper header adjustment. Adjust header “fore or aft” to align with
ALIGNED WITH guide dowels.
GUIDE DOWELS

LEAKAGE AT Header latch not properly adjusted. Adjust by turning hook in or out.
WINDSHIELD HEADER

SERVICE PROCEDURES
OPERATING THE TOP To Raise Top
Remove boot, operate engine in neutral slightly
Raise or lower top only when vehicle i s standing above idle and move switch toggle to the U P position.
still. It is advisable to raise and lower the top at least
PUMP AND RESERVOI
once a month to keep the mechanism in working con-
dition.

T o Lower T o p
Release safety catch, pull handle down and push
top free of header.
Be sure the well compartment is free of articles.
Operate engine in neutral, slightly above idle. Move
switch toggle to the DOWN position. As the top is
being lowered, push upward on the stay pads, between
roof bows to make certain the material folds are
outboard of the bows, or, stop folding mechanism
approximately two feet from stacked position and
push top material and stay pads out from between the
bows. Lower top completely and fasten boot over com-
partment. Fig. 1-Folding Top Mechanism
0 BODY AND FRAME 23-73
As dowels seat in their sockets, pull top down firmly Latching Mechanism
and push locking handles forward until catches en- Good sealing at the frontal area is dependent upon
gage. proper positioning of the top header on the wind-
shield header. The header locating dowels are cast
RESERVOIR into the latching mechanism housings and engage
sockets in the windshield header to correctly position
Measure fluid level only when top is lowered. After the header.
filling reservoir, raise and lower top several times to Pressure exerted by the weatherstrip against the
expel air that may be trapped in the system. Insuf- finish mouldings is controlled by the latching mecha-
ficient fluid in the system may cause slow raising or nisms attached to the top header.
noise in the pump and motor. Measure fluid level and The locking and unlocking effort of the latching
if low, look for a leak due to a broken line or a loose mechanisms are adjustable.
connection. Fill reservoir until fluid runs out of filler
holes. Use only AQ-ATF Suffix “A” type transmis- Header Adjustments
sion fluid. Inspect the top linkage and mouldings for sharp
edges, burrs or screws that are too long which may
FOLDING TOP MECHANISM damage the top material. Dress or file them down.
The top header is adjustable at the front roof side
The folding top mechanism (Fig. 1)consists of two rails to permit fore-or-aft and lateral movement. The
cylinders, a piping system, an electric motor, a pump header is attached to the side rails by two screws on
and reservoir assembly, and a double-throw rotary each side (Figs. 2 and 3).
switch. The wiring and motor are protected by a Incorrect alignment between the top header and
separate circuit breaker. the windshield finish mouldings may result in leakage.
The cylinders are serviced only as an assembly. The Inspect clearance for uniformity. If the top header is
reservoir end plate “0”ring is replaceable. The pump too far forward at one end or all across the finish
cover plate is serviced as an assembly and the rotors moulding, the interference between the header and
are serived as a package with the “0”rings. finish moulding may prevent proper pressure on the
weatherstrip when the top header is latched. This
ADJUSTMENTS condition can also cause objectionable locking and
unlocking effort. Misalignment may result in making
Minor Adjustments
Minor adjustments are provided to assist in align- it difficult to engage the header dowels in their sock-
ing the top and windshield headers, to prevent leakage ets.
into this area and to assure ease of raising and lower-
ing opertiaon. They are also provided to correct align- %?7 BOWS
ment of the roof side rails with door and quarter glass
and to prevent leakage. Adjustments are provided LATCH A
to remove wrinkles in the top material. SECTION A-A

Major Adjustments
Major adjustments are at the prop control link
bracket and the power cylinder mounting brackets.
These adjustments are necessary to improve roof side
rail alignment if minor hinge and header adjustment
do not completely correct the condition.
Door and Glass Alignment
Before making top adjustments, doors, vent wings
and door and quarter glass must be properly aligned.
Misalignment in any of these areas make it impos- SECTION 6-6
SUPPORT
sible to obtain satisfactory results from top adjust-
ments alone. Glass up-stop adjustments should be
made after the correct roof side rail alignment to VIEW IN DIRECTION OF ARROW
limit the upward travel of the glass and to assure NN719
effective sealing ‘between the roof side rail weather-
strip and glass. Fig. 2-Folding Structure and Linkage (Coronet)
23-74 BODY AND FRAME 0

LINK

Fig. 3-Folding Structure and Linkage (Dart)


To eliminate interference between the header and -u NP528

finish moulding, loosen the header-to-side-rail screws


Fig. 5-Power Cylinder and link (Coronet)
(Figs. 2 and 3) and adjust header to provide proper
clearance. Front Hinge
Forward movement of the header will be limited by To avoid stripping the set screw threads, unfasten
the amount of top material. Inspect top header header latches to relieve tension on linkage, before
dowel engagement and if there is interference b e adjusting set screws.
tween the dowels and sockets, adjust header. Leakage between the top and door or quarter glass
may be caused by poor contact between roof rail
Roof Side Rail Alignment weatherstrip and glass or only a partial contact b e
The roof side rail structure (Figs. 2 and 3) consists tween side rails and top edge of glass. If inspection
of three separate rails, hinged together to enable the shows leakage is due to incorrect side rail alignment
top to fold into the well. Hinges are provided between at the front hinge, turn set screw until front and
the front and center rails and the center and rear center side rails are parallel.
rails. The rails must be in good alignment and parallel
to top edges of vent wings, door and quarter glass to Main Control Prop Link
provide a good weatherseal. Alignment of the rails is The main control prop links incorporate serrated
controlled by the power links (Figs. 4 and 5), side adjusting links. Loosen screws just enough to permit
rail structure mounting support assemblies (Figs. 6 moving links up or down.
and 7) the main control prop link and the front hinge Lengthening link causes the center rail to rotate on
set screw. its pivot in the rear rail, lowering the front and center
rails to improve weatherstrip fit with door and quar-
ter glass.

MOUNTING PLATE NP525

Fig. &Power Cylinder and link (Dart) Fig. &Mounting Plate Attachment (Dart)
yr
v
BODY AND FRAME 23-75

.
==
Cam Adjustment
The cam assembly (Fig. 8) is used to change the
top header position in relation to the windshield
header. The cam turns inside the rear side rail and
the thrust link.
LINK When the cam is rotated, it changes the relation-
ship between the front and rear side rails, by moving

&w
the thrust link forward or rearward.
The cam high side is indicated by a notch in the
cam threaded end. Three triangular-shaped marks on
the side rail indicate the amount of cam rotation when
MOUNTAGPLATE making an adjustment. The marks are located at the
full-forward position of the high side. 45 degrees up,
and 90 degrees up. When adjusting, the cam high
/ NP526 side position can be determined by referring to the
notch and triangular marks.
Fig. 7-Mounting Plate Attachment (Coronet) Before adjusting, place top halfway between raised
Stack Height and lowered positions to remove all possible strain
(1) Remove rear seat cushion, back and quarter off the cam. Make sure lock nut is loose, and tap
trim panels. threaded end of cam with a soft-faced hammer to
(2) Adjust the main control prop link. break loose any paint bond between cam and linkage.
(3) Lower top into well and loosen the lower two The position of the cam high side, determines the
of three mounting bolts (Fig. 1). angle between the center and rearside rails. When
(4) Force lower portion of mounting plates to rotate the high side is fully forward, the angle is at the mini-
toward front of car while exerting pressure down- mum and when turned toward rearward, the angle is
ward on both sides at top of side rails. increased. An increased angle increases the forward
(5) Tighten bolts and inspect stack height. “throw” of the entire top assembly.
(6) Install seat back, cushion and quarter panel
trim. Rear Bow W e b Straps
Two web straps attached to the rear bow and the
Top Shifts To One Side tacking strip are provided to keep the number 3 bow
If necessary to pull top to one side to engage dowels from moving forward and wrinkling the top material.
or top shifts to one side when raising top from wind- They also prevent excessive tension on the backlight
shield header, inspect positions of main control prop zipper. The straps are attached to the bow and tacking
links. Links not adjusted uniformly, change operating strip with 8 staples and 1tack at each end (Fig. 9).
angle of linkage causing top to twist when it is raised. ELECTRICAL TESTS
When one link has been adjusted, inspect other link
for correct positioning. Circuit Breaker
Disconnect the wire harness connector at the motor
Power Link
It should net be necessary to adjust the power links
(side rail structure mounting supports) unless top as-
sembly has been removed or replacement of linkage
parts. Be sure both sides are adjusted to provide
identical travel of the piston rods.
CAM\
.
.
The power links, part of the folding top frame,
when loosened, permit forward or rearward move- REAR SIDE R A I L J r
ment. It is important the links on both sides be posi-
tioned approximately the same position. If one is
positioned rearward of the other one, it would cause
one side of structure to twist slightly.
The rearward position of the link increases travel
of the power piston rod, resulting in a small amount
of overtravel when top is fully raised. When power VIEW I N CIRCLE / NP 274
is turned off, the power piston assumes its normal
position from leak-back in the hydraulic system. Fig. 8-Cam Assembly
23-76 BODY AND FRAME
start to rise. If top operates during these tests, but
fails to operate when the control switch lever is
moved to “UP” or “DOWN”position, the switch is at
fault and should be replaced. If the top fails to oper-
ate during these tests, inspect wires between switch
and motor.

Motor
Should the test bulb light on one wire but not the
other, inspect wire harness for a broken wire. If the
bulb lights in both tests, place one wire of the test
light to the black wire terminal (ground) on the
/ “‘:. \ t, motor and the other wire to a good body ground.
Position the switch in either “UP” or “DOWN” posi-
WEB STRAP
\:‘

+* NP524 tion. If bulb should light inspect for a poor ground


connection or broken black wire. If the bulb does not
Fig. 9-Web Strap Attachment
light and the wire harness test is positive, replace the
(Fig. 6) and connect one wire of a test light to brown motor.
wire and the other to a good body ground. Position
the instrument panel switch in the “UP” position. The WELL LINER
bulb should light. Repeat this test with the yellow
wire but position the switch in the “DOWN” position.
If the bulb fails to light either time, and all wire The well liner (Fig. 11)is attached to the tacking
terminals are tight, test the circuit breaker. If the strip in the quarter panel belt area with the use of
bulb lights at the input side, but not at the output side, stud snap-on type fasteners.
replace the circuit breaker. When installing the liner, apply a thin coat of ce-
ment to the front face of the liner lower edge approx-
imately two inches wide at the area where liner at-
Control Switch taches to the upper face of the rear seat back support.
Disconnect red wire at switch (Fig. 10) and hold it
firmly against yellow wire terminal on switch. The top Apply cement to the area contacting the wheelhouse
cap. Apply cement to the upper surface of rear seat
(if raised) should start to lower. Repeat this test with
back support approximately two inches wide.
the brown wire. The top (in lowered position) should
AMMETER P y f T U D FASTENERS

CIRCUIT
SWITCH
BREAKER
DOWN

MOTOR

9 -
-
-

NN653 CEMENT W
HEELHOUSE CAP

NP522

fig. 10-Wiring Circuit fig. 1 1-Well Liner Attachment


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-77
WEATH ERSTR IPS
Roof Side Rail
After roof side rails have been aligned, inspect the
side rail weatherstrip to make sure it is providing a
good seal at top of door and quarter glass.
If weatherstrip is not sealing properly, the retainer
can be adjusted. The retainer has elongated attaching
screw holes which permit in and out adjustment (Fig.
12).
Raise glass until top edge of glass curls outer lip of
weatherstrip inward just enough to contact inner lip.
Adjust up-stops to limit further upward travel of
glass.

Top Header Weatherstrips and Welts


The entrance of water and air between the top and
windshield headers is eliminated by a tube type
weatherstrip (Fig. 13) secured to the underside of
the top header. The forward edge of weatherstrip
contacts windshield header outside moulding. A rub-
ber welt is cemented to the header flange.
Fig. I3-Top Heorder Weatherstrips and Wefts
Seals and Sealers
When repairing or replacing a seal, or weatherstrip seated in correct alignment and are free of twists.
at the header and pillar areas, care should be exer- Clean all areas thoroughly, before installing weather-
cised to see that seals and weatherstrips are firmly stripsandseals.

R~AR CENTER FRONT


RETAINERS

VIEW AT ARROW

REAR RETAINER

WEATHERSTRIP NP545

Fig. 12-Roof Rail Weatherstrip


23-78 BODY AND FRAME
COVER REPLACEMENT
Removal
A visual inspection of the weatherstrips for damage
or excessive wear should be made before removing
the top cove. Inspect the top cover cables to make
sure they are correctly connected. Inspect the top
cover stay pads for excessive wear or moisture stains.
Inspect web straps at rear bow.
(1)Place protective covers over the deck lid, deck
lid upper panel, hood and cowl areas.
(2) Unsnap top boot and lay over rear seat back.
(3) Unzip the backlight and lay in well.
(4) Remove screws and retainers from ends of tack- NO. 3BOW
ing strip on rear bow and spread tacking strip Fig. NP534
14).
(5) Using a sharp pointed tool remove staples and Fig. 15-Removing Staples and Tacks at Roof Bow
tacking strip. Use care not to damage the top material tacks at the top header.
if the original cover is to be reinstalled. In some in- (11)Mark location of top material bead on ends of
stances the staples ends may have become peened cover pads and loosen vent wing seals at corners.
over and if excessive effort is required to remove (12)Remove front screws from front roof rail
them, it is advisable to cut the heads off the staples weatherstrip retainers and remove locking flaps from
and remove the pieces after the top cover has been between retainer and roof rail.
removed, otherwise damage to the top material may (13) Remove cover cables at front roof rail weath-
result. erstrip retainers and at rear pillars (Fig. 17). If origi-
(6) Remove staples and tacks (one tack used on nal cover is to be reinstalled tie a cord to one end
each side at binding areas and at centerline area at- of cables prior to removing. When cables are re-
taching top cover to rear bow (Fig. 15). moved cord should be left in listing.
(7) Prop top off of windshield header and remove (14) Remove cover from the folding linkage.
moulding from top header. The moulding attaching
screws are located under the weatherstrip. lnstallat ion
(8) Raise top to the 1/2 open position and remove Prior to installing cover, inspect roof bow felt pads
rear roof rail weatherstrip (Fig. 12). Mark location of for moisture or damage. The pads are a press fit in the
retainer screws on roof rail to aid in reassembling, bows. The cover stay pads should be inspected for
and remove retainer. damage and moisture. The stay pads are attached to
(9) Remove top and rear curtain material from the header and roof bows with tacks (Fig. 18). The
roof rail (Fig. 16). rear window zipper top half is attached to the rear
(10) Remove sealing tape, staples, drive nails and bow (Fig. 16) and to the tacking strips (Figs. 19 and

I NP533

Fig. 14-Rear Bow Tacking Strip Fig. 16-Rear Curtain Assembly


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-79
TACKING STRIPS

FRONT OF CAR

NP564

Fig. 19-Cover Tacking Strips (Coronet)


(8)Secure curtain to bow with tacks or staples.
(9) Pull curtain side quarter stay to side tacking
Fig. 17-Cover Side Tension Cables strips and making sure all wrinkles are removed
secure with 34 tacks or staples.
20)with tacks. (10)Trim excess material from curtain at bow tack-
(1) Insert cables in cover listings. Use cords to in- ing strip.
stall cables in original cover. (11)Position cover on folding structure, align
(2)Locate and mark center line on top header, rear centerline marks at rear bow and install 3 tacks at
bow, and at each end of new cover and rear curtain. centerline area (Fig. 15).
(3) Position rear curtain on rear bow, align center- (12) Starting from either side, pull cover taut, lo-
line marks and tack curtain to bow (Fig. 16). cating quarter window binding and weatherstrip flap
(4)Position curtain centerline notch at bottom to leading edge of “L” shape bracket on rear roof
to centerline of retainer and secure to tacking strip rail.
with 6 tacks. (13) Secure cover to bow, near seam area, with 3
(5) Pull curtain laterally to tacking strip and over- tacks.
lay slots in curtain to slots in retainer. (14) Perform steps 12 and 13 for opposite side.
(6) Secure curtain to tacking strips with tacks or (15)Install tacks or staples to open areas between
staples. cover seams and centerline mark.
(7)Remove tacks from curtain at roof bow and (16) Install 1 tack (1002.) at each seam. ,
reposition centerline marks. (17) Position side tension cables through brackets
on rear roof rails and secure eyes of cables to roof
rails with screws.
(18) Cut notches in cover side quarter material at
tacking strip for bolt clearance (Fig. 21).
(19) Apply spacer strips to cover material at belt
bar corners and center areas (Fig. 21).
CENT~RBOW
(20)Raise and prop top header approximately 12
inches off of windshield header.
(21)Apply cement 3 inches wide to underside of top

.. \.“
CEMENT INNER SEAMS

ONT OF CAR

NP563

Fig. 18-Stay Pad Attachment Fig. 20-Cover Tacking Strips (Dart)


23-80 BODY AND FRAME 0

CEMENT
/

VIEW IN DIRECTION OF ARROW


NP560 NPM1
I

Fig. 2 1-Cover Application at Rear Fig. 22-Positioning Cover Material on Header


header, allow to dry, lower top and lock in position. (24) Raise and prop top header approximately 12
(22) Apply cement 3 inches wide to cover material inches off of windshield header and complete applica-
and when it btxomes tacky pull cover material to tion of cover material on header.
header corners aligning centerline marks of header (25) Install roof side rail weatherstrips and re-
and cover material. tainers (Fig. 12).
(23) Make certain all wrinkles are removed and (26) Install rear bow tacking strip and retainers
position cover to pre-cemented leading edge of header (Fig. 14)
(Fig. 22). (27) Remove protective covers.

SEALING
INDEX
Page Page
APPLICATION Station Wagon ............................ 83
Deck Drain Trough-Coronet ................ 85 Quarter Panel and Roof Extension ............ 86
-Dart ................................... 85 Roof Extension .............................. 86
Floor Pan-Rear-Coronet-Charger .......... 86 Side Sills-Connet .......................... 86
Side Si IIs-Coronet-C ha rger .............. 86 -Dart ................................... 82
-Dart ................................. 82 Spare Tire Compartment (Station Wagon) ..... 83
Pillars-Dart ................................ 81 Tail Gate Area ............................... 83
Upper-Dart .............................. 83 Tail Light Area .............................. 83
Plugs-Floor Pan-Coronet and Charger ...... 84 Vent Wing Area ............................. 81
-Dart ................................... 87 Windshield Area ............................ 84
Quarter Inside Panel-Coronet ............... 85 SEALERS AND COMPOUNDS .................. 81
-Dart ................................... 86 TESTING ..................................... 80
GENERAL INFORMATION
The procedures for weatherstrip sealing and re- the area sealed during manufacture of the vehicle.
placement are incorporated with the procedures of These areas should be considered when testing for
the component unit. leaks. When sealing joints with balls of sealer, press
The sealing illustrations used in this section show the sealer into the area firmly.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
TEST1N G inch stream. All water tests must be made starting at
the bottom of the door opening or weatherstrip and
Water Met hod slowly moving up the joint, seam or suspected area.
Normally a visual inspection of an area will indicate
the area for sealing. When testing with water, use a Powder Method
spray simulating rain or a garden hose without the To test the sealing between the body and the
nozzle and regulate the pressure to an approximate 3 weatherstrips, it is advisable to use trace powder and
0 - BODY AND FRAME 23-81

0
DO NOT SPRAY OR FLOW
HOLD GUN NOZZLE IN SEALER IN THIS DIRECTION
DIRECTloN
OF OR FLOW MATERIAL
ADJACENT TO JOINT

APPLICATION OF SEALER
BY FLOW OR SPRAY

HIDDEN SURFACE
EXPOSED SURFACE
EXPOSED SURFACE

APPLICATION OF SEALING PUTTY

HOLD GUN NOZZLE IN DIRECTION


OF ARROW IN ORDER TO EFFECTIVELY
D O NOT HOLD GUN NOZZLE IN DIRECTION
OF ARROW, SEALER APPLIED AS SHOWN
CONVERTIBLE)
SEAL METAL JOINTS IS INEFFECTIVE

ARROW “B”
ARROW “A”
HARDTOP-SEDAN
NP512

Fig. 3-Pillars (Dart)


u painted steel surfaces is desired, attachment of
3 METAL THICKNESS 2 METAL THICKNESS
APPLICATION OF SEALER WHERE SEAL
IS REQUIRED BETWEEN WELDED PANELS. NYl446 weatherstrip on doors and luggage compartment lid
or for attachment of felt pads.
Fig. 1 --Methods of Applying Sealers Windshield Rubber Sealer-A heavy viscosity, rub-
ber expander. Sealer can be used where rubber is
a test bulb. When the powder is sprayed at the point confined between a glass and metal channel, such as
where a leak is suspected it will leave a trace line on the windshield and rear window glass assembled in
through the point of leakage. one-piece type weatherstrips. Sealer will not harm
In hard to reach points, such as the dog leg at the paint or chrome finish and can easily be removed
“A” post, blue carpenter’s chalk applied to the weath- with a cloth before it sets.
erstrip will transfer to the “A” post when the door is Body Seam Sealers-For External Sealing along
closed if a good contact exists. welded joints, exterior roof rails, exterior belt lines,
SEALERS AND COMPOUNDS
Super Rubber Cement-May be used where a
strong bonding of rubber parts to painted or un-

HARDTOP-CONVERTIBLE SEDAN
VIEW CIRCLE “V” CORONET
“X”

HARDTOP- SEDAN
CONVERTIBLE DART
VIEW IN DIRECTIONOF
ARROW”X”

Fig. 2-Wheelhouse and Belt Bar fbartl Fig. 4-Vent Wing Area
NN333

FLOOR GEARSHIFT COVER DRAIN LOUVER TO cc I I cn


BE FREE OF SEALER

DRAIN LOUVER TO
BE FREE OF SEALER SE4LER
I
SEALER

VIEW IN CIRCLE “A”

W I VIEW 4BBp
SEALER
-~
VIEW ARROW “Z’
4 REAR FLOOR PAN NN330

Fig. f f l o o r Pan and Side SSlls (Dart)


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-83

Pig. 7-Upper Pillars (Dart)

B-post welds, weatherstrips and floor seams. Upon


drying, the sealer forms a tough skin which can be

painted with a touch-up brush.


Heavy Sealing Putty (For Interior SealingLA
heavy, fibrous, putty-like compound, which can be
formed or rolled into pellets or long string shapes.

N ARROW "B"
VIEW DIRECTION ARROW "A" ~

NP511
VIEW AT ARROW B NN325A
Fig. 8-Quarter Inner Panel and Spare Tire
Area (Station Wagon) Fig. 9-Tail Light and Deck Drain Trough
23-84 BODY AND FRAME 0

SEALER

Y
SEALER
V l t W IN L I K L L t X

SECTION-A-A
VIEW IN CIRCLE "A" VIEW I N CIRCLE Z VIEW IN CIRCLE Y NN323

Fig. 1 1-Windshield Area


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-85

Fig. 12-Quurter Inner Punel and Fence Area fConver)ibfe)

ATION WAGON

VIEW DIRECTION
ARROW "0"
VIEW CIRCLE "E" DART

Fig. 13-Druin Trough Area


23-86 BODY AND FRAME 0

Fig. 1 4 4 d Extension and Quarter Panel

SEALER

VIEW IN CIRCLES " A '

NN331

Fig. I5-Floor Pan and Side Sills fCoronet-Charger)

OF ARROW "A" NN324

Fig. 1 W n n e r Quarter Panels (Dart)


3 BODY AND FRAME 23-87

Fig. 17-Floor Pan Plugs (Dart)

V I N Y L R O O F COVERING
INDEX
Page Page
Air Bubble Removal . . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . .. .. . .. . . . . 89 Cover Replacement . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . .. .. .. . . .. . . 87

SERVICE PROCEDURES
COVER REPLACEMENT lnstallat ion
The entire roof panel surface must be clean and
smooth 90 the new cover will fit properly.
If solvents are used to remove old covering and
(1) Mask body (Fig. 1) from edge of drain trough
cement, care must be used to prevent damage to sur-
across upper “A” pillar, windshield and rear window
rounding areas.
reveal, top of deck upper and bottom of roof panel at
belt line.
Removal (2) Locate and mark center line of roof panel and
(1) Remove windshield and rear window mouldings. vinyl cover at front and rear ends.
To aid in installation of mouldings, mark clip hole (3) Apply a thin film of cement to center four
locations with a removable type marker. inches of roof panel and vinyl cover.
(2) Remove roof side mouldings. (4) When cement becomes tacky, position cover on
roof aligning centerline marks.
(3) Remove all sealer from drain trough, wind-
shield and rear window reveals.

TOP/- MASKINGPAPER
NK5W

Fig. I-Marking the 6ody Fig. 2-Positioning Cover on Roof


23-88 BODY AND FRAME 0

Fig. 5-Trimming and Sealing Cover at Windows

w
pulling material outward and down, use upper edge
NK985A of drain trough flange as a breakover for draping
material on to outboard drain trough flange face (Fig.
Fig. 3-Positioning Cover in Window Reveals 6). Care must be taken to avoid pulling loose the cover
material applied to base of drain trough.
(5) Apply cement to one half of roof panel and ex-
(17) Press material against drain trough flange face
tension and to the cover half on same side (Fig. 2).
for full length of outboard sides of roof cover.
(6) When the cement becomes tacky position cover (18)Trim excess material hanging below drain
on roof panel.
trough flange about 1/8 inch above lower edge of
(7)Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the opposite side.
(8) Using a new paint roller, pressurize cover to the flange (Fig. 6).
(19) Locate and drill index hole for front pillar
roof working from center area toward drain troughs.
(9) Press cover into windshield and rear window
moulding upper locating boss (Fig. 5). (Original in-
reveals using a dull pointed fibre tool (Fig. 3). st allation only).
(10) Starting at top center, secure cover to wind- (20)Apply a bead of sealer to edge of cover and
shield reveal using staples spaced 1-1/2inches apart blend upward to form a seal over staples and cover
(maximum) or tacks spaced 1/2 inch apart (Fig. 4). edge. Extend seal across trimmed edge on “A” post
(11)Position cover to roof panel extension making (Fig. 5).
certain all wrinkles are removed. (21) Locate and punch holes in cover at roof ex-
(12) Starting at top center, secure cover to rear tension belt line.
window reveal using staples spaced 1-1/2inch apart (22)Trim cover on a line 1/4 inch below belt line
(maximum) or tacks spaced 1/2 inch apart (Fig. 4). moulding holes and curving upward to meet drain
(13)Trim fabric at base of windshield reveal, half- trough (Fig. 7).
way between upper and lower edges of pillar mould- (23)Apply a bead of sealer to trimmed edge of
ing (Fig. 5). cover at roof panel and smooth out to form a seal
(14) Trim fabric at base of rear window reveal. (Fig. 7).
(15) Using a dull pointed tool, press fabric into Install sealer along entire length of outboard
drain trough to achieve maximum contact of roof cov- trimmed edges of cover material to seal exposed edge
er material to drain trough (Fig. 6). adjacent to drain trough flange.
(16)Grasp outboard edge of cover and while

STA~LES

e \ ROOF ~ A N E L

Fig. 4-Stapling Cover at Window Reveals


NK5’86A

Fig. 6-Positioning Cover at Sides


0 BODY AND FRAME 23-89

(2) Using a No. 19 hypodermic needle and suitable


%DRAIN TROUGH
syringe, insert 3M Vinyl Trim Adhesive No. 8064, or
/MOULDING equivalent, into bubble area. Extreme care must be
used to avoid depositing any adhesive on the top sur-
face of the vinyl cover. The perforation must be
SEALER -
made in center of bubble, through masking tape and
vinyl material. Approximately 0.5 mil of adhesive
per square inch should be used.
(3) Remove needle and work adhesive to cover
affected area by pressing vinyl to roof carefully.
This will also transfer some of adhesive to surface of
vinyl cover.
(4) Allow cement to dry 5 minutes at room tempera-
ture.
NN56 (5) Heat bubble area with relative low heat (150”-
160°F.) until bubble area begins to enlarge in cir-
Fig. 7-Sealing Cover at Sides cumference. Infra-red heat lamps provide a suitable
(24)Apply a 1/4 inch ball of sealer to index studs source of heat.
of pillar mouldings. (6)Remove heat source and allow cover to cool.
(25) Position moulding by inserting a locating pin A method of rapid cooling will be beneficial.
in index hole and align moulding. (7) Using a DRY No. 19 hypodermic needle, punc-
(26) Using hole in moulding as a guide, drill a .120 ture cover 4 times equidistant around outer circum-
diameter hole in pillar and fasten in place with a ference of bubble to provide an escape route for en-
screw (original installation only). trapped solvent and air.
(27)Install side drain trough mouldings (Fig. 7), (8) After bubble collapses, press cover to metal
windshield and rear window mouldings. surface, starting from one side of bubble and work-
(28) Remove masking material and inspect cover ing toward opposite side until it conforms to metal
for air bubbles. surfaces and all raised surfaces disappear.
(9)Keep car from hot sunlight and other direct
AIR BUBBLE REMOVAL heat sources.
(1) Place strips of masking tape over surface of (10) Examine top after a 24 hour period.
bubble.

BODY A N D FRAME ALIGNMENT


BODY DIMENSIONS
Body’alignment may be accurately measured by the Compare dimensions with specifications, all match-
following method. Elevate the car to a level position ing point to point dimensions should agree within 1/4
over a clean and smooth floor. inch. Care should be taken that all diagonals com-
Refer to (Figs. 1 and 2,) and place the line of a pared represent corresponding measuring points.
plumb-bob on point “A” with the plumb-bob just con- In making any body opening measurements, always
tacting the floor. Mark the plumb-bob contact point compare the matching measurements of both sides of
on the floor. Repeat the process at points B, C, D, E the vehicle. All dimensions must be measured at the
and F at both sides of the body. Snap a chalk line welded joints of the body to insure uniform meas-
between points as illustrated. urements.
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I I I

1
I ' BODY "0" LINE

I
= ,

I
4 b2.72
g ~ 3 7 . 8 6 58.33
7 WAGON
56.87
63X842C

Fig. I-Body Alignment Dimensions (Coronet)

63x835C

Fig. 2-Body Alignment Dimensions (Dart)


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REFINISHING PROCEDURES
INDEX
Page Page
ACRYLIC FINISHES ........................... 91 REFlNISHING ................................ 92
DEFINITIONS-TECHNICAL TERMS ............ 91 RUST PROTECTION ........................... 92
GALVANIZED METALS ......................... 92 SPOT REPAIR ................................ 93
POLISHING AND BUFFING .................... 92

ACRYLIC FIN ISH ES Mist Coat


This is a coat of thinner to which may be added a
The vehicles are finished in an acrylic enamel. To small amount of retarder and applied as a final coat to
determine the correct color and part number of the increase flow and lustre of lacquer-type finishes.
enamel used on the car, refer to the code on the body
number plate and then locate the corresponding Priming
code on the paint chart. The function of a primer is to form a bond between
the surface and the succeeding product.
DEFINITIONS OF TECHNICAL TERMS
Puttying
Coat-Single A glazing putty is used for filling in small imperfec-
This means one coat overlapping to give complete
tions which are too deep to be taken care of by sur-
coverage.
facer coats. It may be applied either before or after
Coat-Double the last coat of surfacer.
A double coat means to first spray a single coat
with vertical strokes and then across with horizontal Reducers
strokes, or vice versa. Reducers are mixtures of volatile liquids used to
reduce alkyd, synthetic and opthodox materials to the
Drying proper consistency for application.
The drying or hardening of a film goes through
several stages. The first is known as “dust-free” and Sanding Block
is the time required for a film to reach the condition As a rule a sanding block is a flexible rubber block,
where, if any dust settles on it, the dust will not be- so arranged sandpaper may be fastened to it secure-
come imbedded, but may be wiped off after the film ly. It affords a good grip for the operator.
has hardened. The second stage is known as “tack- Wherever possible sanding should be done with a
free” and is the time required for a film to reach the block as it distributes the pressures and gives a more
condition where it may be touched with light pressure uniform surface.
of the finger. The third is “hard-dry” and is the time
required for the film to become thoroughly hard so Surfacing
that it may be rubbed and polished. The function of a surfacer is to prepare a smooth
surface for the color coats.
Feather-Edging
This is the tapering of the edges of a finish so that Tack Rag
when the finger is passed over it no break will be felt. This is a piece of cheesecloth that has been dipped
Feather-edging is usually done with water and sand- in thin, non-drying varnish and then wrung out. It is
paper on a sanding block. kept in a container so that the varnish will not harden
but will remain tacky. The tack rag is used to wipe off
Ferrous and Non-Ferrus Metals a surface or remove dust.
Ferrous metals are those which are made from iron
(steel). Non-ferrous metals are those which are not
made from iron or do not present an iron (steel) sur- Thinners
face, such as aluminum, aluminum alloys, brass, cop- Thinners are mixtures of volatile liquids used to
per and magnesium. thin lacquer-type finishing materials to the proper
consistency for application.
Flash
This is the term applied to a coat of a product when Undercoats
enough of the solvent has passed off for recoating. All products used to prepare the surface to receive
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the color coats are classified as undercoats, such as following procedure should be used when working on
primers, surfacers, putties, primer-surfacers and these minor conditioners:
sealers. (1) Oil sand by hand the affected area using #600
paper which has been soaked in mineral spirits. Cau-
PAINT REPAIRS ON GALVANIZED METALS tion should be used not to rub too hard over any of
the affected areas or on ridges.
To perform paint repairs on galvanized rocker pan- (2) Tack off the area with a clean soft cloth.
els or any other galvanized steel surfaces, care must (3) Buff the entire area using a fine buffing com-
be exercised when preparing the bare galvanized sur- pound.
face to properly accept the prime-surfacer and finish (4) Polish the area with a good wax polish.
paint. Do not use short cut methods nor inter-mixing
of materials. REFINISH I NG
Preparation Acrylic System
Metal Preparation Over Old Acrylic
(1) Thoroughly sand the affected area to remove all (1) Remove outside accessories, mouldings and
corrosion products from the exposed metal surface bumper face bars (if necessary).
while carefully feathering all paint edges. (2) Remove silicone polish, wax, or any other sur-
(2) Wire brush or steel wool the entire metal sur-
face contamination with wax and grease remover. A
face and remove all grease or oil by wiping with a chemically clean surface allows for effective sanding
clean solvent. and assures adhesion of the undercoats and finish
(3) Treat the bare metal panel with Galvaprep color.
(Ditzler or DuPont) or R-M (Rinshed-Mason) 802 (3) Sand the old finish. This operation removes sur-
Galvanize and Zinc Conditioner or equivalent accord- face deterioration, feathers out scratches, nicks, stone
ing to label directions. bruises, or any other minor imperfections. Water
(4) Rinse with clean water and blow off with com- sand with #360 grit paper or its equivalent.
pressed air. (4) Blow off entire car, using high pressure air to
eliminate dirt or dust from blowing out on to the
Refinishing surface as the paint is applied.
(1) Apply one light coat of Ditzco Zinc Dust Primer (5) Mask off the areas not to be painted. If a com-
DPE 659 (Ditzler) and as soon as thinner flashes off plete color change is being made, mask off interior
and within 30 minutes, apply a coat of Duracryl parts adjacent to door openings to prevent paint spray
Sealer (Ditzler) or equivalent. from soiling interior trim and upholstering.
(2) Apply Ditzler A-LE Primer Surfacer (DZL3200 (6) Reclean entire area to be painted with wax and
Light Gray, DZL3400 Dark Gray, DZL7200 Red grease remover, eliminating workman’s fingerprints.
Oxide) or Ditzco Speed-Sand Synthetic primer Sur- (7) Chemically treat bare metal. This conditions
facer (DPS-70 Red Oxide, or DPS-30 Gray) DuPont exposed metal to inhibit rust. Use a good metal condie
Hi-Speed Primer-Surfacer, or Rinshed-Mason APS-403 tioner.
Primer Surfacer Sealer, or equivalent.
(3) Sand when dry and proceed with application of
Priming the Surface
finish coats according to the paint manufacturers This operation is the backbone or foundation for
recommendations. the finish color. It primes the metal to insure adhe-
sion and fills minor surface imperfections. Use one of
RUST PROTECTION the recommended lacquer primer surfacers.
(8) Apply Undercoats.
Prior to applying any paint to the sheet metal, (9) To expedite repairs of the other surface imper-
clean the entire area to be repainted with a good wax fections, use spot putty, glazing putty or all-purpose
and grease remover. Eliminate all fingerprints. Chem- putty.
ically treat all bare metal using a good metal condi- (10) Sand undercoats. Water sand with 400 or finer
tioner. This conditions the exposed metal to resist paper (or its equivalent if other sanding methods or
rust. systems are employed). This is the key operation in
refinishing. The final finish will be as good as the
BUFFING AND POLISHING foundation over which it is applied.
(11) Respray with primer surfacer any area that
Minor imperfection in the paint finish normally can may have been sanded through to bare metal in
be removed by sanding, buffing and polishing. The step 10.
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(12) Resand undercoat with 400 or finer paper. yond the area where the acrylic lacquer will be ap-
(13) When the color is being changed, wash the plied. Apply the lacquer directly on the sanded origi-
door jambs and door opening areas. Spray interior. nal finish, being careful not to overlap the color on the
(14) Remove overspray from exterior and reclean unsanded enamel.
entire surface with wax and grease remover. This en-
sures positive adhesion. Application of Color Coats
(15) Tack rag the entire surface to remove lint and Metallic color can appear to vary in richness. The
dust. variation can be described as:
(16) Apply acrylic color. (Four to six double coats.) A closed pattern that appears lighter with fine metallic
Refinishing in the field must be done with acrylic dispersion.
lacquer. The acrylic lacquer can then be polished to An open pattern that appears richer with the metallic
match original finish gloss. Care must be exercised flakes less noticeable.
when selecting paint for refinishing Acrylic Metallics, A closed pattern is best matched by reducing the
to select the proper paint code. Acrylic metallics carry DDL color 150% with DTL-135 Acrylic Thinner, or
a different code than non-acrylics. equivalent, adjusting the air pressure at the gun to
(17) When the color has dried hard, compound and 35 lbs. and applying medium wet coats.
polish. An open pattern is achieved by lowering the air
pressure to 20-30 lbs. at the gun, reducing the DDL
SPOT REPAIRS color 100% with a blend of DTL-135 and DTX-1140
Retarder, or equivalent, and applying even wet coats.
The procedures for making spot repairs with acrylic The blending of thinner and retarder can be varied in
lacquer are the same as for complete panel refinishing percentage as necessary depending on the reem tem-
with the following exceptions: perature.

Sealer Coats
The use of a sealer
' is
-,
1 . .
' not practical wnere a spot re-
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Compounding
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area LnaL extends around the
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pair is demancled, as it is difficult to spray sealer refinish lacquer and then compound the lacquer,
without leaving an edge. If care is taken in prepara- blending it into the enamel. The tlard surface of the
tion of the SUI-face, a satisfactory repair is possible acrylic enamel will permit compounding without leav-
by sanding the original finish about 2 or 3 inches be- ing scratches.

PAINT CHART
EXTERIOR COLORS
DART-CORONET-CHARGER
Paint Ditzler Chrysler Code
Code Code Number Color Name
AA- 1 *32398 AAY 2A4 Silver (MetaIlic)
B B-1 *9300, 9Ooo TAY 1x9 Black
CC-1 13159 CAY2B7 Medium Blue (Metallic)
DD1 * 13043 BAY2B4 Light Blue (Metallic)
EE-1 * 13040 BAY2B9 Dark Blue (Metallic)
FF-1 43547 CAY2F4 Light Green (Metallic)
GG-1 43540 CAY2F9 Dark Green (Metallic)
H H-1 22659 CAY2K8 Cark Copper (Metallic)
JJ-1 22704 CAY2T8 Chestnut (MetaIIic)
K K-1 13195 CAY2Q4 Medium Turquoise (Metallic)
LL-1. 13214 CAY2Q8 Dark Turquoise (Metallic)
M M-1 *60492 BAY2K6 Bronze (Metallic)
PP-1 *71483 BAYlHG Bright Red (Metallic)
QQ-1 71552 CAY2R7 Dark Red (Metallic)
RR-1 50731 CAY2M4 Mauve ( Meta II ic)
ss-1 81539 CAY 1Y1 Yellow
-IT-1 22706 CAY2K4 Medium Copper (Metallic)
WW-1 *a62 VAYlWl White
xx-1 22701 CAY 1T1 Light Tan
YY-1 22700 CAY2T4 Medium Tan (Metallic)
zz-1 22715 CAY2Y4 Gold (Metallic)
88-1 13336 CAY2B6 Bright Blue (Metallic)
23-94 BODY AND FRAME r)

STRIPING COLORS
Paint Ditzler Chryrler Code
Code Code Number Color Name
-W *8293 VASlW1 White
-B *9OOo TAS 1x9 Black
-c *13074 BAS1B2 Blue
-H *71498 BASlR5 Red
Single lone Two Tones
AA-1, BB-1 BW-2
etc. 88-1 w8-2
First Number or Letter-Roof Color
Second Number or Letter-Body Color

Coronet 500 models have a paint-filled rocker panel moulding using black paint fill with all exterior colors except
Dark Blue (Metallic) 13040 and Black 9300; and Argent DX-8555 paint fill with Dark Blue (Metallic) 13040 and
Black 9300.
* Carry Over Colors
INTERIOR COLORS
GLOSS FINISH COLORS
Chrysler Code Dhzler
Color Name Number Code Remarks
DL or DIA
Coronet & Charger
Used on: Quarter Window Garnish Mouldings. Coronet Series Door and Quarter Trim Retainer Mouldings. Con-
vertible Rear Seat Shrouds and the following Station Wagon Parts: Seat and Floor Panel Components, Quar-
ter Window Mouldings, “C” Pillar, Headlining Retainers and Tail Gate Opening Lower Moulding.
Aspen White VABlW1 8362 Station Wagon Bow Clips
Raven Black TABlX9 9Ooo Coronet 440,500and Charger
only
Academy Blue (Metallic) BAB2B9 13040
Copper Dust (Metallic) CAB2K4 22710 Hardtop, Convertible only
Desert Tan (Metallic) CAB2T4 22712 Sedan and Station Wagon only
Sparkle Silver (Metallic) TAB2S1 31603 Coronet, Deluxe and 440
Sedans and Station Wagon
Visor Arm Bracket and Rear
View Mirror
Cardinal Red (Metallic) CAB2R7 71545
Used on: Door and Quarter Upper Inner Frames. Integral Garnish Mouldings, “B” Pillar. Station Wagon Tail Gate
Garnish Moulding.
Black (Metallic) TAY 1x9 go00
Dark Blue (Metallic) BAY2B9 13040
Dark Turquoise (Metallic) CAY2Q8 13213
Pale Copper (Metallic) CAY2K4 22710
Pale Tan (Metallic) CAY2T4 22712
Medium Red (Metallic) CAY2R7 71545
Dart
Used on: Two-Door Hardtop Roof Rails and Quarter Panel Upper Garnish, Backlite Mouldings. Two-Door Sedan
Quarter Garnish Extension.
Raven Black TABlX9 9Ooo TweDoor Hardtop only and
Dart Two-Door Sedan Front
Seat Hinge
Academy Blue (Metallic) BAB2B9 13040
Indian Turquoise (Metallic) CAB2Q8 13213 Two-Door Sedan only
Copper Dust (Metallic) CAB2K4 22710 Two-Door Hardtop only
Desert Tan (Metallic) CAB2T4 22712 Two-Door Sedan only
Cardinal Red (Metallic) CAB2R7 71545
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Used on: Inside Rear View Mirror Back and Bracket; Visor Arm and Bracket.
Sparkle Silver (Metallic) TAB2S1 31603
Used on: Door and Quarter Panel Upper Inner Frame and Upper and Lower Garnish, Quarter Panel Lower Garn-
ish. “A” Pillars and “B” Pillars.

Black TAY 1x9 9Ooo


Dark Blue (Metallic) BAY2B9 13040
Dark Turquoise (Metallic) CAY2Q8 13214
Pale Tan (Metallic) CAY2T4 22700
Pale Copper (Metallic) CAY2K4 22706
Medium Red (Metallic) CAY2R7 71552

INTERIOR COLORS
L O W GLOSS FINISH COLORS
Chrysler Code Ditzler
Color Name Number Code Remarks
DL or DIA

Coronet 8 Charger
Used on: Optional For Front Bench Seat Manual Adjuster
Jewel Black TAB3X9 9028
Used on: As noted.
Dove White AAB5W3 8389 Charger Roof Rails and
Backlite MouIdings.
Jewel Black TAB5X9 9028 Convertible Top Mechanism.
Console, Charger Roof Rails
and Backlite Mouldings.
Assembly Front Seat Manual
Adjuster Bench and Bucket.
Academy Blue (Metallic) BAB6B9 13060 Console. Charger Roof Rails
and Backlite Mouldings.
Copper Dust (Metallic) CAB6K4 22729 Charger Roof Rails and
Backlite Mouldings.
Doric Gold (Metallic) CAB6Y4 22732 Charger Roof Rails and
Backlite Mouldings.
Copper Brown (Metallic) CAB6K8 22735 Console.
Medium Red (Metallic) BAB6R7 71495 Console. Charger Roof Rails
and Backlite Mouldings.
Dart
Used on: As Noted.
Jewel Black TAB5X9 9028 Console. Convertible Top
Mechanism. Bucket Seat Tracks.
Academy Blue (Metallic) BAB6B9 13060 Console.
Copper Brown (Metallic) CAB6K8 22735 Console.
Medium Red (Metallic) BAB6R7 71495 Console.

SUEDE FINISH COLORS


Chrysler Code Ditzler
Color Name Number Code Remarks

Coronet & Charger


Used on: Instrument Panel. Ash Receiver Face Plate. Glove Box Door Face and Back (Coronet and Deluxe). Glove
Box Door Inner and Hinge. Side and Upper Windshield Garnish Mouldings. Steering Column. Column open-
ing covers and Automatic Gear Selector Quadrant.
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Satin Black VAC38X9 9324


Ensign Blue (Metallic) BAC39B8 13157
Indian Turquoise (Metallic) CAC39Q8 13279
Chestnut (Metallic) CAC39T8 22754
Copper Brown (Metallic) CAC39K8 22755
Derby Red VAC38R9 71390
Dart
Used on: Steering Column. Instrument Panel. Instrument Panel Ash Receiver Face Plate. Glove Box Door face,
Back and Hinge. Glove Box Door Back, 270 and GT (Black only).

Satin Black VAC38X9 9324


Ensign Blue (Metallic) BAC39B8 13157
Indian Turquoise (Metallic) CAC39Q8 13279
Chestnut (Metallic) CAC39T8 22754
Copper Brown (Metallic) CAC39K8 22755
Derby Red VAC38R9 71390

SPATTER FINISH
Chrysler Code Ditzler
Color Name Number Code Remarks
Used on: Luggage Compartment
Black and White CAC48AA DX1768 On Coronet-Two Seat
Station Wagon Cargo
Plywood (Inner Side)
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AIR CONDITIONING
CONTENTS
Page Page
AIR CONDITIONER DESCRIPTION CORONET. CHARGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
AND OPERATION .................... 1 DART .............................. 6
AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CORONET. CHARGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 OWNERS
DART .............................. 6 CORONET. CHARGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
AIR FLOW FOR EACH PUSH BUTTON DART .............................. 10
POSITION INSPECTION AND TEST PROCEDURES
COR 0 N ET. CHARGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 CORONET. CHARGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
DART . . . .......................... 6 DART ............................... 13
ELECTRICAL CONTROLS A N D CIRCUITS SERVICE PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
INDEX
Page Page
Accessory Belt Drives .......................... 26 Heater Core
I

Air Conditioner Controls Coronet. Charger ............................ 39


Coronet. Charger ............................ 1 Dart ........................................ 44
Dart ........................................ 6 Inspection and Test Procedures
Air Flow for Each Push Button Coronet. Charger ............................ 11
Coronet. Charger ............................ 2 Dart ........................................ 11
Dart ........................................ 6 Magnetic Clutch .............................. 31
Anti-Freeze Recommendations ................. 26 Oil LeveI-Compressor ........................ 35
Blower Motor Operating Instructions for Owners?
Coronet. Charger ............................ 42 Coronet. Charger ............................ 5
Dart ........................................ 46 Dart ........................................ 10
Charging the Systerrl .......................... 52 Operation of all Controls
Complete System Discharge and Recharge ...... 47 Coronet. Charger ............................ 12
Compressor Drive Belt Adjustment ............. 26 Dart ........................................ 13
Compressor Oil Level .......................... 35 Push Button Control Chart
Correcting Low Refrigerant Level ............... 20 Coronet. Charger ............................ 12
Discharge the System .......................... 49 Dart ........................................ 14
Electrical Controls and Circuits Radiator Pressure Cap ........................ 27
Coronet. Charger ............................ 2 Refrigerant Level .............................. 19
Dart ........................................ 6 Refrigera nt Charge ............................ 47
Evacuate the System .......................... 51 Remove Sweep-Test Charge .................... 51
Evaporator Replace the Receiver Drier ................... 20-51
Coronet. Charger ............................ 40 Safety Precautions ............................ 17
Dart ........................................ 45 Servicing the Compressor ...................... 33
Expansion Valve Sweep-Test Charge ............................ 49
Coronet. Charger ............................ 38 Testing the System for Leaks ................. 19-50
Dart ........................................ 43 Test System Pressure .......................... 18
Expansion Valve and EPR Valve Test (Single) ....
23 Vacuum Control Systems Adjustments and Tests
EPR Valve (Evaporator Pressure Regulator) ...... 33 Coronet. Charger ............................ 27
Gauge Set Manifold and Installation ............ 15 Dart ........................................ 29
Handling Tubing and Fittings .................. 24 Water Temperature Control Valve Test
Coronet. Charger ............................ 12
Dart ........................................ 15

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION


AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLS passenger compartment behind the instrument panel.
The controls and cooling air outlets are integral with
I
Coronet-Charger the instrument panel. This system functions on the
The air conditioner is a combination air condition- reheat principle.
ing and heating unit which is installed inside the Controls for the system consist of five push-but-
24-2 AIR CONDITIONING r)

tons, a temperature control slide lever and a three- bution system, it is necessary to know the correct
position toggle-type fan blower switch. position of each door for each push-button position.
Push Buttons-Control the source and route of cir- It is also necessary to know which vacuum hoses are
culating air. “Off” (turns off system); “Max-A/C” activated for each push-button position. In the fol-
(maximum air conditioning); “A/C” (fresh air-air lowing illustrations air flow is indicated as the vac-
conditioning); “Heat” (for heater use only); “Def” uum actuator hoses are activated for each push-
(windshield defroster). button position (Figs. 1 through 5 ) and “Push Button
Temperature Control Slide Lever-Maintains any Control Chart” page 12.
desired temperature by sliding the lever right or left
when operating either the heater or air conditioner. Ventilation
Fan Switch-Permits selection of low, medium or While driving, outside air can be brought into the
high blower speeds-used when operating either the interior through the left inlet under the instrument
heater or air conditioner. panel. This inlet is opened by pulling the control
Air Directional Vanes-One at each end, and two in knob, located on the lower edge of the instrument
the center of the instrument panel. These are ad- panel at the right side of the steering column.
justed manually to direct cool air to suit the require- Amount of air intake is regulated by the distance
ments of the driver and passengers. the knob is pulled out. To stop air flow, push the
The center outlets are cylindrical units that can knob all the way in. Be sure this knob is pushed all
be rotated to direct air up or down; adjustable vanes the way in before operating the air conditioning
direct air to either side. system.
The outlets at each end of the instrument panel
are also adjustable or can be shut-off by a damper
operated by a slide lever. ELECTRICAL CONTROLS AND CIRCUITS

AIR FLOW FOR EACH P U S H BUTTON There are three switches, push button switch (air
POSITION conditioner and heater vacuum switch), fan switch
(air conditioner and heater blower switch), and the
When testing or adjusting the doors in the distri- air conditioner and heater resistor by-pass switch.
FRESH AIR THRU COWLVENT
n n o n n

DEFROSTER

NK1423 A

Fig. 1-Air Conditioning Controls 880FF88


Position
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-3
FRESH AIR THRU COWL VENT
\ n n n n n

EVAPORATOR, /HEATER

Fig. 2-Air Flow-Maximum Cooling


FRESH AIR THRU COWL VENT

HEATE! CORE

NK1425A

Fig. %Air Flow--"A/C"-Fresh Air Cooling


24-4 AIR CONDITIONING

7
FRESH AIR THRU COWL VENT

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Fig. &Air Flow-Heating

FRESH AIR THRU COWL

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EVAPORATOR
1 + + - r

HEATER CORE

DEFROSTER

LFRESHAIR
DOOR

ATING
LET
ED

HEATER DOOR POSITIONS 2


REAR VIEW OF SWITCH NK1427 A

Fig. 5-Air Flow-Defrosting


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HEATER SWITCH

AIR CONDITIONING A N D HEATER


41R CONDITIONING A N D
RESISTOR BYPASS SWITCH
HEATER VACUUM SWITCH
BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR

DASH LINE I CIR kAl COLOR I


-LOW c 7
TRACER
-HIGH C5A

-MED. C6A

-A I
AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATER IC56 1141 DARK GREEN I
BLOWER SWITCH I

1-
I C6A 16 LIGHT GREEN

LJ LJ 1-J
14 BROWN
18 ORANGE
FUSE BLOCK
NP659

Fig. 6-Electrical Control Circuit


Push Button Control (2) Push the “Max.-A/C” button.
The power feed circuit (Fig. 6). A 20 ampere fuse (3) Move the fan switch to High.
in the fuse block protects the circuit. (4)Adjust the four cooling outlet vanes to direct
The compressor clutch circuit is energized when cooled air to the desired area.
either the “Max.-A/C” (maximum air conditioning)
or the “A/C,” (fresh air-air conditioning) push but- Normal Cooling (Cooling with Fresh Air)
tons are depressed. The “OFF” button turns off the When the desired amount of cooling is obtained
system. with the “Max.-A/C” button, you can continue cooling
with fresh outside air for added comfort by pushing
Blower Motor (Fan Switch) the “A/C” button and adjusting the fan switch to
The power feed line from the push-button switch change fan blower speed. If less cooling is desired,
to the blower switch is energized only when the igni- move the fan switch lever to “Low” speed and re-
tion is on and any push button, other than “Off,”is adjust the cooling outlets for indirect cooling. For
depressed. warmer air, move the temperature control lever to
The switch is controlled by moving the control the desired temperature.
lever from left (low)to right (high).
Cooling for Special Conditions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OWNERS The air conditioner provides maximum dehumidi-
fied air at the most comfortable weather conditions
Fast Cool Down above 50°F.
If the car has been parked in the hot sun, open the During rainy or muggy weather, operate the sys-
windows and drive the car for several minutes to ex- tem as usual, using the temperature control lever to
pel the warm air, .and at the same time: clear the windows and provide interior comfort.
(1) Slide the temperature control lever to the If the outside air is extremely humid or too warm
“Off” position (far left). for cooling with fresh air as previously described,
24-6 AIR CONDITIONING 3

push the “Max. A/C” button. air up, down, or to either side. Two fixed outlets in
”his method is also recommended when driving the heater unit installed behind the instrument panel
through areas which are extremely dusty or have direct cooling air to the floor.
objectionable odors. Controls for the system consists of five push but-
tons, a temperature control slide lever and a fan
Operation in Traffic blower switch.
In extremely slow traffic, additional cooling may Push Buttons-Control the source and route of cir-
be required. culating air. “Off” (turns off the entire system); “Max
When pulling a trailer, when driving through A/C” (maximum air conditioning); “A/C” fresh air-
heavy traffic at 10 to 15 mph. or when pulling up air conditioning); “Heat” (for heater use only); “Def”
steep hills additional engine cooling may be re- (windshield defrosting).
quired. If any or all of these situations are encoun- Temperature Control Slide Lever-Maintains any
tered, put the transmission in a lower gear. At stop desired temperature by sliding the lever right or left
lights and other stops put transmission in Neutral when operating either the heater or air conditioner
and increase engine speed by pressing accelerator and controls the automatic cycling of the refrigera-
pedal. tion system.
Fan Switch-Permits selection of “Low,” “Me-
Off-Season Operation dium” or “High” blower speed. “Low” (far left),
During the off-cooling season, suggest to the own- “Medium” (center) and “High” (far right) used when
ers that they operate the air-conditioning system operating either the heater or the air conditioner.
for at least five minutes once a week with the Air Directional Vanes-Located on the lower edge
“Max.-A/C” button depressed and the temperature of the instrument panel. These are manually adjusted
control lever in the warm position. This will cause up, down, or to either side to deflect cool air to suit
the air conditioner compressor to pump oil to the requirements of driver and passengers.
compressor seal, preventing the seal from drying
out and causing loss of refrigerant. AIR FLOW FOR EACH P U S H BUTTON
POSITION
AntiFreeze Required for Summer Operation
Air conditioned cars must be protected with a per- (Figs. 7 thru 13)
manent type antifreeze during summer to +15”F. When testing or adjusting the doors in the distribu-
or lower to prevent the heater core from freezing. tion system, it is necessary to know the correct posi-
However, this protection does not provide sufficient tion of each door for each push-button position. In the
corrosion inhibitors for the engine cooling system. illustrations which follow; air flow is indicated, also
Summer protection to -15°F. will provide ade- which vacuum actuator hoses are activated for each
quate inhibitors for protection of engine cooling push-button position.
system against corrosion. Do not use the same anti- Warm Weather Ventilation-Two “summer” doors
freeze for more than one year. are provided, one below each end of the instrument
panel. These doors can be opened manually for fresh
Bug Screens air ventilation during warm weather.
Bug screens should not be installed on vehicles Before using t h e air conditioner be sure both venti-
equipped with air conditioner. A bug screen installed lation doors are closed and latched.
in front of the condenser will reduce air flow and
affect air conditioner performance. Under severe ELECTRICAL CONTROLS AND CIRCUITS
heat conditions a bug screen may cause the engine
to over-heat. The system is controlled by the following switches:
(a) Push button switch (air conditioner and heater
AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLS vacuum switch).
(b) Fan switch (air conditioner and heater blower
Dart switch).
The air conditioner combines both heating and (c) Temperature control switch (temperature con-
cooling in one system and also provides fresh air cool- trol slide lever).
ing. Controls and cooling air outlets are integral with (d) Air conditioner and heater resistor bypass
the instrument panel. switch).
Three cooling air outlets are contained in one unit
secured to the lower edge of the instrument panel. Push Button Control
Each outlet can be adjusted independently to direct The power feed circuit is shown in Figure 14. A 20
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-7

NK1432A

Fig. 7-Air Conditioning Controls "OFF"

NK 1433A

Fig. 8-Air Flow "Max A/C" Position


24-8 AIR CONDITIONING 0

FRESH AIR THRU COWL

NK1434A

Fig. 9-Air Flow "A/C'* Position

FRESH AIR THRU COWL

RECIRCULATING

EVAPORATOR

NK1435A

Fig. IO-Air Flow "HEAT" Position


0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-9

FRESH AIR THRU COWL

NK1436A

Fig. I I-Air Flow Heaf Posttton-Blend Door Half-Open

FRESH AIR THRU COWL

RECIRCULATING

NK1437A

Fig. 12-Air Flow DEFROST Position


24-10 AIR CONDITIONING 0

FRESH AIR THRU COWL

NKl438A

Fig. 13-Air Flow DEFROST Poshlon-Blend Door Half-Open


ampere fuse in the fuse block protects the circuit. each end of the instrument panel, are closed and
”he compressor clutch circuit is energized when latched. If the vehicle has been parked in the hot sun,
either the “Max A/C,” (maximum air conditioning) or open the windows.
the “A/C” (fresh air-air conditioning) push buttons (2) Slide temperature control lever to “Off” (far
are depressed. The “Off”button turns off the system. left).
(3) Depress push button marked “Max A/C.”
Blower Motor (Fan Switch) (4) Slide fan switch to “High” (far right).
“he power feed line from the push-button switch to (5) Adjust the air directional vanes to direct cooled
the blower switch is energized only when the ignition air to the desired area to suit occupants’ wishes.
is on and any push button, other than “Off,” is (6) Drive vehicle for a couple of minutes to expel
depressed. warm air; then, close all windows. If less cooling is
The fan switch is controlled by moving the control desired, press button marked “A/C” and readjust fan
lever from left ‘‘Low”to right “High.” switch to occupants’ comfort.
Temperature Control Switch Normal Cooling (Cooling with Fresh Air)
The temperature control switch controls the tem- When the desired amount of cooling is obtained
perature of the evaporator by automatically cycling with “Max A/C,” you can continue cooling with fresh
the refrigeration system to control the setting of the outside air for added comfort by pushing the “A/C”
position of the temperature control lever. button and adjusting the fan switch to suit occupants’
requirements. If less cooling is desired move the fan
BY-PUSSSwitch switch to ‘‘Low” and readjust the air directional vanes
The by-pass switch increases the blower speed (up) for indirect cooling. For warmer air move the
when the “Max A/C” or “A/C” button is pushed. temperature control lever to the right.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OWNERS Cooling for Special Conditions


Your air conditioner provides maximum dehumidi-
Fast COOI-DOW~ fier air at the most comfortable weather conditions
(1) Make sure the “summer” doors, located under above 50°F. During rainy or extremely humid weath-
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-1 1

AIR CONDITIONING
AND HEATER
BLOWER MOTOR

AIR CONDITIONING
AND HEATER RESISTOR
BYPASS SWITCH

TO BULKHEAD AIR CONDITIONING


DISCONNECT AND HEATER
BLOWER SWITCH
FUSE BLOCK

NN691A

Fig. I4-Eledrtccrl Control Circuits


er, operate the system as usual, using the tempera- Off-Season Operation
ture control lever to clear the windows and provide During the off-cooling season, suggest to the own-
interior comfort. If the outside air is extremely humid ers that they operate the air-conditioning system for
or too warm for fresh air cooling, push the “Max at least five minutes once a week with the “Max
A/C” button. This is also recommended when driving A/C,” “Max” or “Max Cool” button depressed and the
through areas which are extremely dusty or have ob- temperature control lever in the warm position. “his
jectionable odors. will cause the air-conditioner compressor to pump oil
to the compressor seal, preventing the seal from dry-
Operation on Traffic ing out and causing loss of refrigerant.
In extremely slow traffic, additional cooling may be
required.
When pulling a trailer, when driving through heavy Bugs Screens
traffic at 10 to 15 mph. or when pulling up steep hills Bug screens should not be installed on vehicles
additional engine cooling may be required. If any equipped with air conditioner. A bug screen installed
or all of these situations are encountered, put the in front of the condenser will reduce air flow and
transmission in a lower gear. At stop lights and other affect air conditioner performance. Under severe heat
stops put transmission in Neutral and increase en- conditions a bug screen may cause the engine to
gine speed by pressing accelerator pedal. overheat.
INSPECTION AND TEST PROCEDURES
Satisfactory performance of the combined air- malfunction. The tests in this manual have been ar-
conditioning and heating system is dependent upon ranged in a logical sequence that has proved to be
proper operation and adjustment of all operating the surest and shortest route to accurate diagnosis.
controls, as well as proper functioning of all refrig- It is recommended that they be followed and per-
eration system units. The inspections, tests and ad- formed in the order in which they are presented.
justments should be used to locate the cause of a
24-12 AIR CONDITIONING Q

OPERATION OF ALL CONTROLS If all the controls operate in the proper sequence
but the action of the dampers and doors is slow or
Coronet-Charger incomplete, inspect for mechanical misalignment,
Operating controls must be tested in the following binding or improper linkage adjustment.
sequence.
(1) Inspect and adjust compressor drive belt. Water Temperature Control Valve Test
(2) Open vehicle windows. (Figs. 15 and 16)
(3) Move temperature control slide lever to “Off” The temperature control water valve is mounted
position. from the engine compartment side of the dash panel.
(4) Start engine and adjust engine speed to 1600 The sensing unit is located at the lower right-hand
rpm for 6 cylinder engines and 1300 rpm for 8 cyl- corner of the air conditioning housing.
inder engines. Use a reliable tachometer. Remove the radiator cap to minimize pressure in
(5) Push the Max. A/C button in. the car’s cooling system.
(6) Fresh-recirculating door should be closed to Move the temperature control slide lever on the
fresh air. instrument panel to the extreme “Warm” position
(7) Test the blower operation at all three speed and then back to the “Off’position.
positions. If the blower does not operate correctly, To adjust the temperature control cable, place the
refer to “Electrical Controls and Circuits.” Leave water valve in the full open position and position the
the blower switch in the “Low” position. end of the control cable housing against the bracket
(8) The compressor clutch should be engaged, stop and install eyelet on lever and install the re-
the compressor operating, and the air conditioning taining clip.
system in operation. If the clutch does not engage, When adjusting the temperature control valve
test the circuit as outlined under “Electrical Controls cable on the instrument panel, place the temperature
and Circuits.” control lever in the extreme right-hand position
(Warm).
Push Button Operation Place the water valve in the open position, attach
Reduce the engine speed to normal idle. With the the temperature control cable assembly to the control
engine operating at idle speed, the vacuum will be arm, and clamp the cable housing to the control
quickly. bracket with the retaining clip.
If the actuator operation is slow, check the source Push the “Max A/C” button in, and with the blow-
hose connection at the engine manifold. er in the “Low” position, run the air conditioning
Push each button to test the over-all operation of system for five minutes, then test the water valve by
the electrical and vacuum controls. momentarily disconnecting the heater outlet hose at
The “Push Button Control Chart” summarizes the the upper side of the heater.
actions that should take place when each button is If the temperature control valve does not close
pushed. See “Chart.” Also refer to “Air Flow for completely, reposition the control cable housing in
Each Push Button Position.” the retaining clip so that the valve does close com-

CORONET-CHARGER PUSH BUTTON CONTROL CHART

Button off Max. AIC AIC Heat Defrost


Fresh Air Door Closed Closed Open Open Open
Recirculating Door Open Open Closed Closed Closed
Air Conditioning Door Open Open Open Closed Closed
Closed
with
Heater Door Closed Closed Closed Open Air-Bleed
Closed
~

with
Defroster Doors Closed Closed Closed Air-Bleed Open
Hi.-Med. Hi.-Med. Hi.-Med. Hi.-Med.
Blower Speed off 1 Low Low Low Low
Compressor Clutch Off On On Off Off
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PLATE

CABLE‘FLUSH I
WITH BRACKET 1
A NP702

Fig. 15-Water Temperature Control Lever Adjustment at Instrument Panel

pletely. If the valve cannot be closed completely by OPERATION OF ALL CONTROLS


adjustment, replace the water valve and retest the
adjustment. Dart
Operating must be tested as described in the follow-
ing sequence:
Radiator Cap (1) Inspect, test, and adjust compressor drive belt.
Air conditioned vehicles must be equipped with a (2) Remove radiator pressure cap.
radiator cap having a holding pressure of 15 to (3) Start engine and adjust engine speed to 1600
16 psi. Replace the radiator cap that does not test rpm for 6 cylinder and 1300 rpm for 8 cylinder
within these specification’s with a cap that does. engines. Use a reliable tachometer.
(4) Move temperature control lever to “Off” posi-
Condenser tion and push the A/C button.
Inspect the condenser for obstruction for foreign (5) The fresh air door should be open to fresh air.
matter. Clean if necessary. Open vehicle windows.
Any obstruction to the free flow of air across the (6)Test the blower operation at all three speed
condenser will decrease heat dissipation from the positions. If the blower does not operate correctly,
condenser, decrease the efficiency of the condenser refer to “Electrical Controls and Circuit.” Leave the
and, in turn, decrease the evaporator’s efficiency. blower switch in the “High” (Hi) position.
These conditions result in increasing the discharge (7) The compressor should be running and the air
pressure and horsepower load on the engine. The use conditioning system in operation.
of a bug screen is not recommended as it, too, will
decrease the free flow of air. Push Button Operation
Inspect the condenser for bent or damaged fins. Reduce engine speed to normal idle. With engine
The bent fins on ’the condenser deflect air flow across operating at idle speed, vacuum will be high and
the bent portions, decreasing the condenser area. vacuum actuators should operate quickly.
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\
DASH PANEL TEMPERATURE CONTROL CABLE

\
TEMPERATURE CONTROL VALVE

‘TEMPERATURE CONTROLVALVE

“A”

NP703

Fig. 16-Water Temperature Control Lever Adjustment at Dash Panel

If actuator operation is slow, check the source hose pushed. See “Chart.” Also, refer to “Air Flow for
connection at engine manifold. Each Push Button Position.”
Push each button to test over-all operation of the If all the controls operate in the proper sequence
electrical and vacuum controls. but the action of the dampers and doors is slow or
The “Push Button Control Chart” summarizes the incomplete, inspect for mechanical misalignment,
actions that should take place when each button is binding or improper linkage adjustment.

DART P U S H BUTTON CONTROL CHART


Button off Max. AIC AI C Heat Defrost
Fresh Air Door Closed Closed Open Open Open
Recirculating Door Open Open Closed Closed Closed
Inlet Door ODen ODen ODen Closed Closed
Water Valve Closed Closed Closed Open Open
Closed
with
Defroster Door Closed Closed Closed Air Bleed Open
Closed
with
Heater Door Open Open Open Open Air Bleed
Hi.-Med. Hi .-M ed. Hi.-Med. Hi.-Med.
Blower Speed Off Low Low Low Low
Compressor Clutch Off On On Off Off
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-15

Water Temperature Control Valve Test completely, replace the valve.


(Fig. 17)
Remove radiator cap to minimize pressure in the Radiator Cap
cooling system. The 1967 air conditioned vehicles must be equipped
The water temperature control valve is mounted with a radiator cap having a holding pressure of 15 to
from the engine compartment side of the dash panel. 16 psi. Replace the radiator cap that does not test
The sensing unit is located at the right hand corner within these specifications with a cap that does.
of the air conditioning housing. Condenser
To adjust the temperature control cable, place Inspect the condenser fins for obstructions for
the water valve in the full open position and posi- foreign matter. Clean if necessary.
> tion the end of the control cable housing against the Any obstructions to the free flow of air across the
bracket stop and install eyelet on lever pin and in- condenser will decrease heat dissipation from the
stall retainer clip. condenser, decrease the efficiency of the condenser
To adjust the temperature control cable on the and, in turn, decrease the vaporator’s efficiency.
instrument panel, place the temperature control These conditions result in increasing the discharge
lever in the extreme right-hand position (Warm). pressure and horsepower load on the engine. The use
Place the water valve in the open position attach of a bug screen is not recommended as it, too, will
the temperature control cable assembly to the control decrease the free flow of air.
arm pin, clamp the cable housing to the control Inspect the condenser for bent or damaged fins.
bracket with the retainer clip. The bent fins on the condenser deflect air flow across
With the “Heat” or “Defrost” button pushed in, test the bent portions, decreasing the condenser area.
water valve by momentarily disconnecting heater out-
let hose. A slight spillage of water when the hose is THE GAUGE SET MANIFOLD AND
removed is normal. A continuous flow of water in- I NSTALLATI0 N
dicates that the valve is not closing properly or the
vacuum hoses are not properly connected. The Gauge Set Manifold is an indispensable test
If the temperature control valve does not close and diagnosis instrument. The gauge set manifold
R ETA1NER
\

// CABLE

\
MOUNTING BRACKET
NP701

Fig. 17-Water Temperature Control Lever Adjustment


24-16 AIR CONDITIONING 0

Tool C-3740 has two compound suction gauges and damp out gauge needle oscillations so that accurate
one discharge pressure gauge. Two accurately cali- readings can be obtained.
brated suction pressure gauges are required for the Compressor Inlet Gauge-is mounted at the right
evaporator pressure regulator valve test. Refer to side of the manifold set. This mounting is for conven-
Figures 18 and 19. ience only. There are no passages between this gauge
The hoses are shown in the test illustrations for and the gauge manifold. The compressor inlet gauge
quick reference to distinguish the various adapta- is calibrated to register 0 to 30” of vacuum and 0 to
tions. 150 psi. This gauge and the evaporator suction gauge
Evaporator Suction Gaugg-at the left side of the must be accurately calibrated so that the needles of
manifold set is calibrated to register 0 to 30 inches of both gauges are exactly at 0 before making tests. The
vacuum and 0 to 150 psi. This gauge is connected to compressor inlet gauge is connected to the compres-
the suction service port of the compressor, on Coronet sor inlet service port by a special service port adapter.
and Charger installations. On Dart installations this This gauge is used, when checking the EPR Valve
gauge is connected to the compressor inlet service on Coronet and Charger installations and is not used
port. A special service port adapter, supplied with on Dart installations (Fig. 19).
the gauge set, provides the means of connecting the Center Manifold Outlet-provides the necessary
gauge set manifold hose to the service port. When connection for a long service hose used when dis-
the adapter is installed at the port and tightened, the charging the system, using a vacuum pump to “pull a
stem of the valve in the service port is depressed, vacuum” before charging the system, and for con-
opening the service port valve. necting the supply of refrigerant when charging the
Discharge Pressure Gaug-t the center of the system.
manifold set is calibrated to register 0 to 300 psi. For Manifold Gauge Valveishould be closed when
all tests this gauge is connected to the discharge ser- connecting the gauge set manifold to the service ports
vice port of the compressor. A service port adapter is of the compressor. The suction gauge valve at the left
used to make this connection. The needle valve, loca- is opened to provide a passage between the suction
ted below the discharge pressure gauge, is used to gauge and the center manifold outlet. The discharge
/1c EVAPORATOR SUCTION GAUGE

~ , ~ Y ; ~ C O M P RINLET
E S S O R
GAUGE
SUCTION GAUGE VALVE
CENTER MANIFOLD OUTLET
DISCHARGE GAUGE VALVE

NKl457

Fig. I B-Gauge Set Manifold Connections (Coronet and Charger)


0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-17

EVAPORATOR SUCTION GAUGF


DISCHARGE PRESSURE GAUGE
COMPRESSOR INLET GAUGE

SUCTION GAUGE VALVE


CENTER MANIFOLD OUTLET

DISCI

SUCTION LINE e

DISCHARGE SERVICE PORT /

COMPRESSOR INLET SERVICE PORT /


NK1458

Fig. 19-Gauge Set Manifold Connections (Dart)


gauge valve at the right is opened to provide a pas- treme care must be taken to prevent any liquid re-
sage between the discharge pressure gauge and the frigerant from contacting the skin and especially the
center manifold outlet. eyes.
Detailed instructions for proper use of the gauge Always wear safety goggles Tool C-3355 when
set manifold are contained in the test covering each servicing the refrigeration part of the air-conditioning
test and service operation employing these gauges. system. Keep a bottle of sterile mineral oil and a weak
solution of boric acid handy when working on the
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS refrigeration system. Should any liquid refrigerant
get into the eyes, use a few drops of mineral oil to
The refrigerant used in all 1967 air-conditioning wash them out. Refrigerant 12 is rapidly absorbed by
installations is Refrigerant 12. It is transparent and the oil. Next, wash the eyes with the weak solution of
colorless in both the liquid and vapor state. Since it boric acid. Call your doctor immediately even though
has a boiling point of 21.7 degrees F. below zero irritation has ceased after first aid treatment.
at atmospheric pressure, it will be a vapor at all nor- CAUTION: Do not heat Refrigerant 12 above 125 de-
mal temperatures and pressures. The vapor is heavier grees F.
than air, non-flammable and nonexplosive. It is non- In most instances, moderate heat is required to
poisonous except when it is in direct contact with open bring the pressure of the refrigerant in its container
flame. It is noncorrosive except when combined with above the pressure of the system when charging or
water. It is a safe refrigerant. The following pre- adding refrigerant. A bucket or large pan of hot
cautions, however must be observed when handling water not over 125 degrees F. is all the heat required
Refrigerant 12. for this purpose. Do not heat the refrigerant contain-
CAUTION: Wear safety goggles when servicing the er with a blow torch or any other means that would
refrigeration system. raise temperature and pressure above this tempera-
Refrigerant 12 evaporates so rapidly at normal ture. Do not weld or steam clean on or near the sys-
atmospheric pressures and temperatures that it tends tem components or refrigerant lines.
to freeze anything it contacts. For this reason, ex- CAUTION: Keep Refrigerant 12 containers upright
24-18 AIR CONDITIONING n

when charging the system. surfaces. Avoid splashing refrigerant on any surface.
When metering Refrigerant 12 into the refrigera- Refrigerant in combination with moisture is very cor-
tion system, keep the supply tank or cans in.an u p rosive and can cause great damage to all metal sur-
right position. If the refrigerant container is on its faces.
side or upside down, liquid refrigerant will enter the
system and damage the compressor. TEST 1
CAUTION: Always work in a well-ventilated room.
Always maintain good ventilation in the working TEST SYSTEM PRESSURE
area. Always discharge the refrigerant into the serv-
ice bay exhaust system or outside the building. Large (Engine not Running)
quantities of refrigerant vapor in a small, poorly ven- Install the gauge set manifold. For identification of
tilated room can displace the air and cause suffo- test hose connections at service ports see Figures 17
cation. and 18. After tightening service port adapters, make
Although Refrigerant 12 vapor is normally non- sure that the needle valve located below the discharge
poisonous, it can be changed into a very poisonous gas pressure gauge is open. Purge air from the gauge
if allowed to come in contact with an open flame. Do hoses (Figs. 20 and 21)as follows:
not discharge large quantities of refrigerant in an (1) Open suction gauge valve momentarily, then
area having an open flame. A poisonous gas is pro- close it.
duced when using the flame-type leak detector. Avoid (2) Open discharge gauge valve momentarily, then
inhaling the fumes from the leak detector. close it.
CAUTION: Do not allow liquid refrigerant to touch (3) Loosen compressor inlet suction hose connec-
bright metal. tion at the manifold momentarily, then tighten it.
Refrigerant will tarnish bright metal and chrome Step three not necessary with Dart installations.

TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELATIONSHIP CHART


(FOR REFRIGERANT 12)
Temp. Press. Temp. Press. Temp. Press. Temp. Press. Temp. Press.
F. PSI F. PSI F. PSI F. PSI F. PSI
0 9.2 35 32.6 60 57.7 85 91.8 110 136.4
2 10.2 36 33.4 61 58.9 86 93.3 111 138.4
4 11.2 37 34.3 62 60.1 87 94.7 112 140.5
6 12.0 38 35.2 63 61.3 88 96.5 113 142.6
8 13.5 39 36.1 64 62.5 89 98.2 114 144.7
10 14.6 40 37.0 65 63.8 90 99.8 115 146.8
12 15.8 41 37.9 66 65.0 91 101.5 116 148.9
14 17.1 42 38.9 67 66.3 92 103.1 117 151.1
16 18.4 43 39.8 68 67.6 93 104.8 118 153.2
18 19.7 44 40.7 69 68.9 94 106.5 119 155.4
20 21.0 45 41.7 70 70.2 95 108.3 120 157.7
21 21.7 46 42.7 71 71.5 96 110.0 121 159.9
22 22.4 47 43.6 72 72.9 97 111.7 122 161.2
23 23.2 48 44.7 73 74.2 98 113.5 123 164.4
24 23.9 49 45.7 74 75.6 99 115.3 124 166.7
25 24.6 50 46.7 75 77.0 100 117.2 125 169.1
26 25.4 51 47.7 76 78.4 101 119.0 126 171.4
27 26.1 52 48.8 77 79.8 102 120.9 127 173.8
28 26.9 53 49.9 78 81.3 103 122.7 128 176.2
29 27.7 54 51.0 79 82.7 104 124.6 129 178.6
30 28.5 55 52.5 80 84.2 105 126.6 130 181.0
31 29.3 56 53.2 81 85.7 106 128.5 131 183.5
32 30.1 57 54.3 82 87.2 107 130.4 132 185.9
33 30.9 58 55.4 83 88.7 108 132.4 133 188.5
34 31.7 59 56.6 84 90.2 109 134.4 134 191.0
AIR CONDITIONING 24-19

TEST 2
REFRIGERANT LEVEL
The system must be operated at high blower speed,
with vehicle doors and windows open, if the system is
a dual system, both units must be operated simul-
taneously at high blower speed when this test is
made, and when adding to the charge.
The sight glass is an integral part of the receiver-
strainer-drier. The outlet line (liquid) from the con-
denser must be attached to the connection marked
IN. The word IN is stamped on the top face of the
inlet connection (Fig. 22). If the receiver-strainer-
drier is reversed and the lines are connected wrong,
the system must be purged, the lines reversed and the
system recharged.
Block the air flow across the condenser to raise the
discharge pressure to 225 to 250 psi, and check the
sight glass for foam. There should be no foam. If sight
Fig. 20-Purge Gauge Hoses (Coronet and Charger) glass is clear, remove the air restriction from the con-
denser and allow the discharge pressure to return to
normal.
If vehicle has been parked and the air conditioning If the foam shows in the sight glass when the dis-
system not operating, gauge pressure should be nor- charge pressure is 225 to 250 psi, it indicates the
mal for temperature of the system. Refer to the Tem- system is low on refrigerant. The proper amount of
perature-Pressure Relationship Chart. refrigerant required to complete a full charge may be
If no pressure is indicated on the gauges it means added to the system as follows: Maintaining the dis-
that the system is empty, due to a leak. It will be charge pressure at 225 to 250 psi, add refrigerant gas
necessary to evacuate, charge with a sweep-test through the suction side of the system until foam is
charge, locate and correct the leak, purge the test cleared from sight glass, then add exactly one-half
charge, replace the drier, vacuum the system and (1/2) pound of refrigerant.
charge the system with the proper amount of Refrig-
erant 12. TEST 3
If pressures are normal, proceed with the next test TESTING THE SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
and adjustment. The Leak Detector Torch Tool C-3569 is a pro-

k/
CiAUCjt
\/AI\/C %

105
Fig. 2 I -Purge Gauge Hoses (Dart) Fig. 22-Sight Glass
24-20 AIR CONDITIONING 0

pane gas-burning torch used to locate a leak in any hand gauge valve to allow any refrigerant trapped in
part of the refrigeration system. Refrigerant gas the suction side of the system to escape.
drawn into the sampling or “snifter” tube will cause
the flame to change color in proportion to the size of
the leak. A very small leak will produce a flame vary- TEST 4
ing from yellowish-green to bright green. A large leak
will produce a brilliant blue flame. CORRECTING LOW REFRIGERANT LEVEL
(1) Open the torch valve until you hear a faint hiss
of escaping gas. Light the test torch and adjust the Since the refrigeration system is completely sealed,
valve until the flame is very small. A small flame will refrigerant level will not be low unless there is a leak
detect large as well as small leaks, whereas a large in the system or refrigerant has been allowed to es-
flame will detect only large leaks. As soon as the cape by depressing one of the service port valves. For
reaction plate seen through the window in the burner detailed instructions on the proper procedure for
shield becomes red hot, the tester is ready for use. checking refrigerant level, refer to “Refrigerant Level
(2) Examine all tube connectors and other possible and Moisture.” TEST 2.
leak points by moving the end of the sampling hose Before adding refrigerant where cause of low level
from point to point. Since Refrigerant 12 is heavier is not known, the system should be tested for leaks.
than air, it is good practice to place the open end of Assuming no leaks are present, or that leaks have
the sampling hose directly below the point being test- been corrected without discharging the system, pro-
ed. Be careful not to pinch the sampling tube since ceed with partial charge.
this will shut off the air supply to the flame and cause Install and connect gauge set manifold valves
a color change. (Figures 23 and 24).
(3) Watch for a change in the color of the flame. (1) Close both of the gauge set manifold valves.
Small leaks will produce a green color and large leaks Open the gauge set manifold needle valve.
a bright blue color. If leaks are observed at tube fit- (2) Connect the suction gauge test hose to the
tings, tighten the connection, using the proper flare suction service port of the compressor.
wrenches, and retest. On Dart installations, install the suction gauge test
CAUTION: Do not use the lighted detector in any hose to the compressor inlet service port.
place where explosive gases, dust or vapors are On all models connect the discharge gauge test
present. hose to the discharge service port of compressor.
Do not breathe the fumes that are produced by the
(3) Connect one end of long test hose to center
burning of refrigerant gas. Large concentrations of manifold outlet, other end to refrigerant dispensing
refrigerant in the presence of a live flame become
manifold.
(4) Close two of the dispensing manifold valves and
dangerously toxic. Observe the flame through the
window of the burner shield, not through the top of open remaining dispensing manifold valve. Remove
the shield. protective cap from opened valve.
If the flame remains bright yellow when the tester (5) Screw a can of Refrigerant 12 to the opened
is removed from possible leak point, insufficient air is manifold valve. Be sure gasket is in place and in good
being drawn in through the sampling tube, or the condition. Tighten refrigerant can and manifold lock-
reaction plate is dirty. ing nut to insure a good seal. Do not over-tighten
since 6 to 8 foot-pounds is sufficient if gasket is in
Remove Sweep-Test Charge good condition.
If the system is free of leaks; or after correcting a (6) Turn manifold valve (above the refrigerant can)
leak, and if no air conditioning components have been completely clockwise to puncture the can. This closes
removed, add the necessary refrigerant as described the valve and seals the refrigerant in the can.
under TEST 4 “Correcting Low Refrigerant Level.” If (7) Place the refrigerant in a large pan. of water
any parts of the refrigerant system were disconnec- heated to 125°F. Place pan of water containing the
ted, remove the sweep test charge. Close the refrig- refrigerant can on an accurate scale Tool C-3429 so
erant manifold valve so that any refrigerant remain- that the amount of refrigerant added can be weighed.
ing in the container is sealed. Remove the long test Open the refrigerant manifold valve.
hose from the refrigerant manifold. Insert the free (8) Purge all air from test hoses. Air in the system
end of this test hose into an exhaust system outlet. will be trapped in the condenser causing abnormally
Open the right-hand gauge set manifold valve a frac- high discharge pressures and interfering with con-
tion of a turn to let the sweep-test charge escape densation of the refrigerant.
slowly. Allow the system to discharge until the dis- (a) Loosen both test hoses at the gauge set mani-
charge pressure gauge registers zero. Open the left- fold. Tighten the hoses as soon as the air is purged.
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-21

N K 1439A

Fig. 23-Adding Partial Refrigerant Charge (Coronet and Charger)

(b) Loosen charging hose connection at gauge set (10) Add refrigerant gas until there is no foam
manifold. This will purge air from the charging hose. visible at the slight glass. As soon as all foam clears,
Tighten connection as soon as air is purged. note the weight registered on the refrigerant scale.
With vehicle windows open and hood up, operate (11)Watch the refrigerant weighing scale and add
engine as shown in following chart: exactly 1/2 pound more refrigerant to the system.
Close the suction gauge valve.
Engine Too much refrigerant in the system can cause
Engine R.P.M. abnormally high discharge pressures. Care must be
Coronet; Charger 6 Cyl. 1600 used 40 that exactly 1/2 pound of refrigerant i s added
8 Cyl. 1300 after foam clears in the sight glass.
Dart 6 Cyl. 1250 (12) Close dispensing manifold valve. Remove test
8 Cyl. loo0 hoses and adapters from the service ports of compres-
sor, and install protective caps at service ports.
(c) Push in “A/C” button, fan switch on high.
On Dart push in the “A/C” button and fan switch
on high. TEST 5
If necessary, block the condenser to maintain a dis-
charge pressure of 225 to 250 psi. The system must be PERFORMANCE TEST
charged through the evaporator suction service port
as follows: Humidity (the amount of moisture in the air) has an
(9) Slowly open the suction service gauge valve. important bearing on the temperature of the air de-
Meter flow of refrigerant by adjusting the suction livered to the vehicle’s interior. This is true of all
service gauge valve so that pressure registered at the air-conditioned systems whether in the home, office
suction service gauge does not exceed 50 psi. Keep or vehicle. It is important to understand the effect
refrigerant container upright. humidity has on the performance of the system.
24-22

CHARGING
HOSE \

NK 1440

Fig. 24-Adding Partial Refrigerant Charge IDartl

When humidity is high, the evaporator has to perform “A/C” button, fan switch on high. Open all grille
a double duty. It must lower the air temperature and outlets.
the temperature of the moisture carried in the air. On Dart installations-push in “A/,” button and
Condensing the moisture in the air transfers a great move fan switch to high. Open grille outlets.
deal of heat energy into the evaporator fins and tub- Adjust engine RPM as outlined in the following
ing. This reduces the amount of heat the evaporator chart:
can absorb from the air. In other words, high humid-
ity greatly reduces the evaporator’s ability to lower
the temperature of the air delivered to the vehicle Engine
interior. Engine R.P.M.
Evaporator capacity used to reduce the amount of
moisture in the air is not wasted. Wringing some of Coronet; Charger 6 Cyl. 1600
the moisture out of the air entering the vehicle adds 8 Cyl. 1300
materially to the comfort of the passengers. However, Dart 6 Cyl. 1250
an owner may expect too much from his air-condition- 8 Cyl. 1000
ing system on humid days. A performance test is the
best way to determine whether or not the system is
performing up to standard. This test also provides Arrange gauge set manifold hoses and tachome-
valuable clues to the possible cause of trouble. ter leads to allow hood to be lowered, then close
The preliminary inspections in TESTS 1 thru 4, hood.
outlined previously, should be made before the “Over- Place motor-driven psychrometer Tool C-3704 at
All Performance Test.” Install gauge set as shown in cowl inlet opening. Distilled water should be used
Figures 18 and 19. with this meter to prevent drying out and hardening
Air temperature in test room must be 75OF. mini- the wet sock.
mum for this test. .Place thermometer Tool C-3623 fully into right out-
Start the engine, open the windows, temperature let grille opening. The left outlet should be fully ex-
control lever must be in the off position. Push in tended and directed towards rear of vehicle.
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-23
Operate the air-conditioning system until a stabiliz- TEST 6
ed condition on the gauges and thermometers has
been established. One of the most important steps in EXPANSION VALVE AND EPR VALVE TEST
making the over-all performance test is that the en- (In Car)
gine must be operated at the RPM as indicated on the SINGLE UNIT
above chart for approximately five minutes to allow
all the under-hood components of the system to reach Test must be made at room ambient temperature
their operating temperature. of 75OF., under hood temperature 86OF. minimum.
Partially close the needle valve, located below the After performing Tests 1 through 5 conduct the
discharge pressure gauge, to minimize oscillation of Expansion Valve and EPR (Evaporator Pressure Reg-
the pointer. Do not close the needle valve completely ulator) Valve Test as follows:
since this would prevent the discharge pressure gauge (a) Close the windows and operate the engine at
from registering pressure. the rpm shown below. Set air conditioning controls
for “Max A/C”, high blower and temperature control
This test should be performed with the discharge lever to full reheat position.
pressure from 190 to 210 psi. The 190 to 210 pound Set R.P.M.’s at:
pressure is for test purposes only. To increase pres- 800 for all 8 cylinder engines
sure restrict the air flow across the condenser using 900 for 6 cylinder engines
cardboard, paper, etc. to decrease pressure, increase (b) Operate the system for a few minutes to ob-
air flow across condenser with external floor fans. tain partial stabilization and sufficient reheat to load
Observe and record both the “Inlet Dry Bulb Tem- the evaporator. The pressure at the discharge serv-
perature” and “Inlet Wet Bulb Temperature” as ice port should read between 140 and 210 psi. be-
registered on the psychometer. fore starting the test (expansion valve thermo bulb
Observe and record “Discharge Air Temperature” in well).
registered by thermometer at right hand grille outlet. (c) Remove the expansion valve thermo bulb from
the suction line (Fig. 26) and immerse bulb 5 inches
From the “Performance Temperature Chart,” in a container of 32°F. ice water (Fig. 27). The
(Fig. 25), determine the maximum allowable discharge evaporator suction pressure should read 21 to 25 psi.
air temperature for the prevailing “Dry” and “Wet” Any expansion valve which does not produce this
bulb temperatures recorded. If the vehicle’s discharge reading is defective and should be replaced.
air temperature is at or below the temperature given (d) With the expansion valve thermo bulb immersed
on the Performance Chart, the air-conditioning is in the 32°F. ice water, if the evaporator suction pres-
delivering its cooling capacity. However, to assure sure reads 21 to 25 psi., the compressor inlet pressure
trouble-free operation, continue with the “Evapora- should be 17 psi. or less. If the compressor inlet
tor Pressure Regulator and Expansion Valve Test. pressure is higher than 17 psi., the EPR valve should
If discharge air temperature at the outlet grilles is be replaced.
above the maximum allowable on Performance Chart, (e) Then, hold the expansion valve thermo bulb in
perform the Evaporator Pressure Regulator and Ex- your hand for several minutes until the suction pres-
pansion Valve Test “Test 6” until proper performance sure stabilizes. The evaporator suction pressure
is obtained. should read a minimum of 40 psi. for Coronet and

41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 50 50 51 51 52 52 53 53 53 54 54. 55 56 57 58 59 59 60 62 64 66 67 68 69 70 71

INLET AIR DRY BULB TEMPERATURE MUST BE BETWEEN 75” AND 110°F NK1342 A

Fig. 25-Performance Temperature Chart-Front Unit Only


24-24 AIR CONDITIONING 0

does not produce this reading is defective and should


be replaced.
(0 With the evaporator suction pressure reading
a minimum of 40 psi. for Coronet and Charger In-
stallations and 35 psi. for Dart Installations under
the conditions in step (e) above, the compressor inlet
pressure should read 1 to 4 psi. less. If the compres-
sor inlet pressure is more than 4 psi. less than the
evaporator suction pressure, the EPR valve is defec-
tive and should be replaced. (EPR Valve not used on
QUALIZER TUBE
Dart Installations).
If the expansion valve passes Tests (a) through (f),
then the compressor valve plate should be removed
NK1411 A and the gaskets and valves inspected. Replace gaskets
and any damaged valve plate assemblies. Make sure
Fig. 26-Expanslon Valve Details that all of the old gasket material is removed from
Charger Installations and 35 psi. minimum for Dart the valve plates, cylinder head and crankcase before
Installations (Fig. 27A). Any expansion valve which rebuilding the compressor.

SERVICE PROCEDURES
HANDLING TUBING AND FITTINGS care must be exercised to make sure that all connec-
tions are pressure tight. Dirt and moisture can enter
Kinks in the refrigerant tubing or sharp bends in the system when it is opened for repair or replace-
the refrigerant hose lines will greatly reduce the ment of lines or components. The following precau-
capacity of the entire system. High pressures are pro- tions must be observed.
duced in the system when it is operating. Extreme The system must be completely discharged before

NP676

Fig. 27-Expansion Valve arrd EPR Valve Test


0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-25

MINIMUM OF 35 PSI

21 TO 25 PSI
THERMAL BULB
IN ICE WATER

SERVICE PORT

NP718

Fig. 27A-Expansion Valve Test


opening any fitting or connection in the refrigeration
system. Open fittings with caution even after the sys-
tem has been discharged. If any pressure is noticed as
a fitting is loosened, allow trapped pressure to bleed
off very slowly. Use a suitable tube bender Tool C-
3362 when bending the refrigerant lines to avoid
kinking. Never attempt to rebend formed lines to fit.
Use the correct line for the installation you are servic-
ing.
A good rule for the flexible hose lines is keep the
radius of all bends at least 10 times the diameter of
the hose. Sharper bends will reduce the flow of re-
frigerant. The flexible hose lines should be routed so

-
that they are at least 3 inches from the exhaust mani-
fold. It is good practice to inspect all flexible hose
lines at least once a year to make sure they are in
good condition and properly routed.
“0”rings and fittings must be in good condition. NEOPRENE ‘0“RING
COMPRESSION NUT

The slightest burr or foreign material may cause a


leak. “0”rings and fittings must be coated with re-
frigerant oil to allow the connections to seat squarely
and to be tightened evenly to the proper torque. Fit-
tings which are not oiled with refrigerant oil are al-
most sure to leak (Fig. 28). NY 8848
The use of proper wrenches when making connec-
tions is very important. Improper wrenches or im- Fig. 28-f ubricate with Refrigerant Oil-Typical
24-26 AIR CONDITIONING 0

proper use of wrenches can damage the fittings. Al- fittings as soon as they are opened to prevent the
ways use two wrenches when loosening or tightening entrance of dirt and moisture. All lines and compo-
tube fittings to prevent distorting of lines and com- nents in parts stock should be capped or sealed until
ponents. they are ready to be used.
The internal parts of the refrigeration system will All tools, including the refrigerant dispensing
remain in a state of chemical stability as long as manifold, the gauge set manifold and test hoses
pure-moisture-free Refrigerant 12 and refrigerant oil should be kept clean and dry.
is used. Abnormal amounts of dirt, moisture or air The special refrigeration oil supplied for the system
can upset the chemical stability and cause operational is as clean and dry as it is possible to make it. Only
troubles or even serious damage is present in more refrigeration oil should be used in the system or on
than minute quantities. the fittings and lines. The oil container should be kept
When it is necessary to open the refrigeration sys- tightly capped until it is ready for use, and then
tem, have everything you will need to service the tightly capped after use to prevent entrance of dirt
system ready so that the system will not be left open and moisture. Refrigerant oil will quickly absorb any
any longer than necessary. Cap or plug all lines and moisture with which it comes in contact.

ACCESSORY BELT DRIVES


TORQUE METHOD
Torque (Ft.-Lbs.) to be applied to components
ACCESSORY USED BELT* NEW BELT
383-440 383440
170 225 273 318 426Hemi 170 225 273 318 426Hemi
MODEL APPLICATION Cu. In. Cu. In. Cu. In. Cu. In. Cu. In. Cu. In. Cu. In. Cu. In. Cu. In. Cu. In.
POWER STEERING BRACKET
~

Solid Bracket ............ 45 45 50 50 55 80 80 85 85 90


Se If Tightening ........... - - - - 45 - - - - 45
ALTER NATO R
With Air Conditioning ..... 15 15 40 40 20 20 55 55 -
35 25 - - - 50 40
..
Without Air Conditioning 15 15 40 40 40 20 20 55 55 60
25 45*** - - - 35**
A/C IDLER BRACKET ....... 25 25 35 35 60 -
70***
-
60
FAN IDLER ................ 50 35 - - 85 65
*Any belt that has operated for a minimum of a half-hour is considered t o be used.
**Models Built for Canada Only
***426Hemi

BELT DEFLECTION METHOD


DEFLECTION (INCHES) TO BE APPLIED AT MIDPOINT
OF BELT SEGMENT UNDER A 5 LB. LOAD
ACCESSORY USED BELT*** NEW BELT
383-440 383440
170 225 273 318 426Hemi 170 225 273 318 426Hemi
Cu.ln. Cu.ln. Cu.ln. Cu.ln. Cu.ln. Cu.ln. Cu.ln. Cu.ln. Cu.ln. Cu.ln.
POWER STEERING ......... 118" 118" 118" 118" 3/16" 1/16" 1/16" 1/16" 1/16'' 1/8"
FAN BELT IDLER ........... - - - 118" - - - 1/16" 1/16"
A/C IDLER BRACKET ...... 118" 118" 118" 118" 1/16" 1/16" 1/16" 1/16''
ALTERNATOR
WithoutA/C .............. 1/4" 114" 1/4" 114" 114" 5/32" 118" 1/8" 1/8" 1/8"
With A/C ................ - 1/4" 1/4"* 1/4"* 318" 118" 118" 1/8"** 1/8"** 114"
- - ,/,"** - - - 3/8"** -
*Single Belt
**Dual Belt
***Any belt that has operated for a minimum of a half-hour is considered to be used.
n AIR CONDITIONING 24-27
COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT tions. Play it safe and use new permanent-type anti-
freeze.
Satisfactory performance of the air-conditioning
system is dependent upon drive belt condition and
tension. If the proper tensions are not maintained, RADIATOR PRESSURE CAP
belt slippage will greatly reduce air-conditioning per-
formance and drive belt life. To avoid such adverse All 1967 air conditioned vehicles must be equipped
effects, the following service procedure should be fol- with a 15 to 16 psi radiator cap.
lowed: A radiator pressure cap testing below these specifi-
(1) Any belt that has operated for a minimum of a cations will permit loss of coolant during a hard pull
half-hour is considered to be a “used” belt. Adjust on a hot day, or in slow moving traffic, or when the
air-conditioning drive belts at the time of new-car engine is stopped on a hot day.
preparation. See Chart, “Accessory Belt Drives.” Test the radiator pressure cap, using Tool C-3499
(2) Measure drive belt tension at regular service (Fig. 29). Before assembling adapter and radiator
intervals using torque method, and adjust as needed. pressure cap to the pump, dip radiator cap and both
(3) On all new-belt installations, new-belt tension ends of adapter into clean water to assure a tight seal.
specifications should be used when the belt is first Hold the assembled tester in a vertical position with
installed to obtain proper tension. Thereafter, these the radiator cap downward, as shown in Figure 29.
replacement belts should be serviced according to the Stroke the tester pump plunger until the gauge indi-
above procedure. Always replace belts in pairs if so cates the pressure cap is relieving pressure. It must
equipped, otherwise the old belt will have insufficient relieve at a pressure between 15 to 16 psi. If within
tension and the load will be primarily on the new belt. these specifications, reinstall on the radiator.
See Chart, “Accessory Belt Drives.” These test specifications are for caps tested at
average altitudes. In high altitudes, the test specifica-
tions are lowered about one (1) psi for each 2,000 feet
ANTIFREEZE RECOMMENDATIONS above sea level.
If the radiator cap does not test within these speci-
The Air-conditioning System requires the engine’s fications, replace it with a cap that does.
cooling system to be protected to +15”F. with a per-
manent type antifreeze for summer operation. This is
to prevent freezing of the coolant in the heater core. VACUUM CONTROL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS
However, this protection does not provide suffi- AND TESTS (Coronet and Charger)
cient corrosion inhibitors for the engine cooling sys-
tem. Summer protection to -15°F. will provide Linkage Adjustment
adequate inhibitors for protection of engine cooling With the air conditioner door in the full open posi-
system against corrosion. tion and vacuum applied to the top of the air condi-
In the springtime, after the winter’s operation with tioner and heater door vacuum actuators, raise the
the cooling system protected with permanent-type
antifreeze for the temperatures of the area, it is sug-
gested the system be drained and flushed out with
water. When draining, flushing and refilling, have the
temperature control lever in the extreme hot position
so the heater core is drained, flushed and refilled.
Install a gallon of permanent type antifreeze in the
system, and add enough water to fill the system.
Do not re-use the old antifreeze. The permanent
type antifreeze does not lose its antifreeze qualities
during the winter season operation, but the chemical
inhibitors for rust and corrosion prevention are weak-
ened and finally exhausted by extended use. Do not
add new inhibitor to used antifreeze in hope of revi-
talizing the used antifreeze.
The chemical inhibitors come in various chemical
compositions, some are compatible, some neutralize NY303
each other, and some form violent reactions to each
other causing foaming and other undesirable reac- Fig. 29-Radiator Cap Tester
24-28 AIR CONDITIONING ~~~ -
r)

heater door vacuum actuator mounting bracket until um provided at engine idle speed may not function
the levers A, B, and C touch; then, tighten the brack- properly at high engine speeds. Before starting this
et mounting nuts (Fig. 30). test, stop engine and make certain the vacuum source
Apply vacuum to shaft side of air conditioner door hose at engine intake manifold is tight on its con-
vacuum actuator and with vacuum applied to top side nector.
of heater door vacuum actuator, apply pressure at Start vacuum pump (Tool C-3652) and connect to
points D and E and tighten adjustment screw. the vacuum test set (Tool C-3707). Adjust bleed valve
on test set to obtain exactly 8 inches of vacuum with a
By-Pass Switch Adjustment finger blocking the prod on end of test hose (Fig. 32).
With vacuum applied to the top of the actuator to It is absolutely essential that the bleed valve be
open air conditioner door. The blower motor resistor adjusted so the vacuum gauge pointer will return to
by-pass switch must be adjusted so the vacuum actu- exactly 8 inches when the prod is covered by a finger.
ator shaft will engage the switch lever, moving it to Otherwise a false reading will be obtained when the
the open position with vacuum applied to rod side. control circuit is tested.
(Fig. 31 switch shown in the closed (on) position.) CAUTION: Alternately release and reblock the hose
prod several times. Make sure the bleed valve is ad-
Vacuum Control System Test justed so the vacuum gauge pointer returns to exactly
The test of the push-button operation determines 8 inches of vacuum when the prod i s covered with a
whether or not the vacuum and electrical circuits are finger.
properly connected and the controls are functioning Disconnect engine vacuum source hose at engine
properly. However, it is possible that a vacuum con- intake manifold and insert vacuum tester hose prod
trol system that operates perfectly at the high vacu- into source hose leading to control switch. Place vac-
uum gauge on the cowl so it can be observed from the
driver’s position as push buttons are operated.
Start the test by pushing the “HEAT” button.
Vacuum tester gauge needle will drop until the actu-
ator has operated, and then will return to 8 inches.
Note how much the vacuum drops below 8 inches.
Continue to push buttons; “Off,”“Max. A/C,” A/C,”
“Defrost” and “Heat” allowing time for actuators
to operate after each button is pushed, and note the
vacuum drop below 8 inches after each operation.
The maximum allowable vacuum drop below 8 inches
after each operation is 3/4 inch.
If the vacuum drop is more than 3/4 inch, first re-
check the tester for reading exactly 8 inches. If cor-
rect, inspect the fit of the 7-hole hose connector plug
on the control switch (Fig. 33). This plug must be
Fig. 30-linkage Nomenclature
positioned all the way on the 7 prods on the control

Fig. 3 I-By-Pass Switch Adjustment Fig. 32-Adjust Vacuum Test Bleed Valve
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-29
The control switch is faulty and must be replaced. If
excessive vacuum drop shows up at one or more holes
in connector block, isolate faulty hose or actuator.
Inspect hose connections to the actuator involved.
Then test whether actuator or hose is at fault; use the
test hose on the actuator involved (Fig. 35).
A leak in a hose may be detected with leak tester
by running the fingers along the hose and watching
vacuum gauge reading. A faulty spot may be cut out
and the hose spliced, using 1/8 inch 00 copper tubing.
A vacuum drop in excess of 3/4 inch below the 8
inches needed in this test would not interfere with
the engine operation, other than perhaps to cause a
rough idle. It could, however, interfere with the prop-
er operation of the air-conditioning and heating con-
trols at high speeds and during acceleration.

VACUUM CONTROL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS


AND TESTS
Fig. 33-Push Button Vacuum Test
switch. (Dart lnst allations)
CAUTION: Do not use lubricant on the switch prods Recirculating Door Linkage
or in the holes in the plug, as lubricant will ruin the To adjust the recirculation door, remove the glove
vacuum valve in the switch. If it is impossible to prop- box, push the “Max A/C” (Maximum Air Condition-
erly position the connector plug all the way on the ing) button in. Vacuum will then be applied to the top
switch prods, put a drop or two of clean water in the of the fresh air recirculation actuator closing the
holes of the connector plug. This will allow the plug fresh air door, opening the recirculating door (Fig.
to slide completely on the switch prods. 36).
If vacuum drop is now within limits, proceed with The top connecting rod has a turnbuckle nut and
the over-all performance test. If vacuum drop is still lock nut. The length of the rod can be adjusted by
in excess of 3/4 inch, remove connector plug from using two 7/16 inch open-end wrenches. The recircu-
the switch. Insert the vacuum test prod alternately in lating door should be adjusted to give the maximum
each of the connector holes except the source hose possible opening when the fresh air door is complete-
connector hole (Fig. 34). Note amount of vacuum drop ly closed. Push in the “A/C” (Air Conditioning) but-
below 8 inches after each actuator has operated. If ton and inspect to see that the recirculating door has

I
vacuum test gauge comes back to 8 inches at each of
the 6 holes, the hoses and actuators are not leaking.

,
I

Fig. 34-Vacuum
---
Tube Assembly Test
- Fig. 35-Vacuum Actuator Test
24-30 AIR CONDITIONING 0

test, stop the engine.


Start the vacuum pump, Tool C-3652, and connect
to the vacuum test set, Tool C-3707. Adjust the bleed
valve on the test set to obtain exactly 8 inches of
vacuum, with a finger blocking the prod on the end of
the test hose (Fig. 38).
It is absolutely essential that the bleed valve be

4. adjusted so the vacuum gauge pointer will return to


exactly 8 inches when the prod is covered by a finger.
Otherwise a false reading will be obtained when the
control circuit is tested.
CAUTION: Alternately release and reblock the hose
prod several times. Make sure the bleed valve is ad-
I
justed so the vacuum gauge pointer returns to ex-
actly 8 inches of vacuum when the prod is covered
with a finger.
89
W
Disconnect the engine vacuum source hose at the
engine intake manifold and insert the vacuum tester
Fig. 36-Recirculating Door linkage hose prod into the source hose leading to the control
moved to its fully closed position. Install the glove switch. Place the vacuum gauge on the cowl so it can
box. be observed from the driver’s position as the push
buttons are operated.
By-Pass Switch Adjustment Start the test by pushing the “Def” (Defroster) but-
With vacuum applied to the rod side of the inlet ton. The vacuum tester gauge needle will drop until
door actuator, the blower motor resistor by-pass the actuator has operated, and then will return to 8
switch must be adjusted so that the vacuum actuator inches. Continue to push button “Heat,” “A/C,” “Max
shaft will engage the switch lever, with .020 to .060 A/C,” and “Off” allowing time for actuators to oper-
inch clearance between the inlet door tang and the ate after each button is pushed, and note the vacuum
switch base, moving the switch lever to the closed (on) drop below 8 inches after each complete operation.
position with vacuum applied to the top of the actu- The maximum allowable vacuum drop is 3/4 inch
ator. (Fig. 37) switch shown in the open (off) position.) after each complete operation.
If the vacuum drop is more than 3/4 inch, first re-
Vacuum Control System Test check the tester for reading exactly 8 inches. If cor-
The test of the push-button operation determines rect, inspect the fit of the 7-hole connector plug on
whether or not the vacuum and electrical circuits are the control switch (Fig. 39). This plug must be posi-
properly connected and the controls are functioning tioned all the way on the 7 prods on the control
properly. However, it is possible that a vacuum con- switch.
trol system that operates perfectly at the high vacu- CAUTION: Do not use lubricant on the switch prods
um provided at engine idle speed may not function or in the holes in the plug, as lubricants will ruin the
properly at high engine speeds. Before starting this vacuum valve in the switch. If it i s impossible to prop
ADJUSTMENT
SCREWS

BY-PASS
WITCH

_--- NK1390

Fig. 37-fly-Pass Switch Adjustment Fig. 38-Adjust Vacuum T e d Bleed Valve


c3 AIR CONDITIONING 24-31
each of the 6 holes, the hoses and actuators are not
leaking. The control switch is faulty and must be re
placed. If excessive vacuum drop shows up at one or
more holes in the connector plug, isolate the faulty
hose or actuator.
If the vacuum drop occurs at number 5 or 7 holes,
first check the tee connectors under the instrument
panel that tie numbers 5 and 7 to 8 and 9 respective-
ly. Number 8 and 9 hoses operate the water valve
actuator. Test whether the actuator or hose is at
faulty; use the test hose on the actuator involved (Fig.
41).

MAGNETIC CLUTCH
Two types of magnetic clutches (Figs. 42 and 43).
are used for 1967 models. Both use a stationary elec-
tromagnet attached to the compressor. Since the elec-

Fig. 39-Connector Plug Inrtallec


erly position the connector plug all the way on the
1
switch prods, put a drop or two of clean water in the
holes of the connector plug. This will allow the plug
to slide completely on switch prods.
If vacuum drop is now within limits, proceed with
TEST 1, “Test System Pressure.” If vacuum drop is
still in excess of 3/4 inch, remove connector plug
from switch. Insert the vacuum test prod alternately
in each of the connector holes except the source hose
connector hole (Fig. 40). Note the amount of vacuum
drop below 8 inches after each actuator has operated.
If the vacuum test gauge comes back to 8 inches at

Fig. 4 1-Vacuum Actuator Test


c

Fig. 40-Vacuum Tube Assembly Test


1. Fresh Air Door Closed 5. AIC Inlet Door Closed PULLEY ASSEMBLY NB 32
2. Defroster Door Open 6. Vacuum Source
3. Fresh Air Door Open 7. A/C Inlet Door Open
4. Defroster Door Closed Fig. 42-Warner Clutch Plate Type
24-32 AIR CONDITIONING C

FIELD ASSEMBLY (5) Connect field lead wire.


(6)Install belts and tighten to the specified tension.
BEARING RETAINER RING\
Warner Plate rype and Pitts Electro-Lock
Disassembly
(1) Remove the small snap ring from the drive hub
with Tool C-3128or equivalent.
(2) On Warner Plate Type, install drive hub puller
Tool C-3787aligning the three pins of the Tool in the
three holes in the hub and shoe assembly. Tighten the
hex head bolt down until the drive hub is removed
from the bearing (Fig. 44).
(b) On Pitts Electro-Loc, install a bolt 5/8-11 X
ASSEMBLY NK1394 2-1/2inch into the rear of the hub and while holding
the pulley in the hand use a soft hammer and drive
Fig. 43-Pitts Electro-Loc Clutch hub from the pulley.
(3) Remove bearing snap ring from pulley.
tromagnet does not rotate, collector rings and brushes (4) Place pulley assembly on an arbor press, with
are eliminated. pulley side down, and bearing hub centered on Tool
Testing Electromagnet Current Draw C-3835.Install Tool SP-3496 on inner race of bearing
To test the coil for a short or open circuit, connect and press the bearing from pulley assembly (Fig. 45).
an ammeter (0-10ampere scale) in series with a fully A new bearing must be installed every time the
charged 12 volt battery and the field coil lead. The magnetic clutch is disassembled.
current draw a t 12 volts and 68" temperature should
be as follows: Assembly
(1)Install pulley assembly with pulley side up on
2.7 to 3.3 amperes for Warner Plate Type an arbor press and insert a new bearing into the bore.
3.6 to 4.2 amperes for Pitts (Electro-Loc) on 383 and Install Tool C-3807against the bearing and press into
440 Cu. In. Engines and 2.9 to 3.3 amperes on all position (Fig. 46).
others. (2)Install pulley assembly with pulley side facing
Removal (All) down on Tool C-3807.
(1)Loosen and remove the belts. Disconnect clutch (3) Start drive hub into the inner bearing race, and
field lead wire at the connector. press hub into position with an arbor press.
(2)Remove the special locking bolt and the washer
from the compressor crankshaft at the front center of
the clutch.
(3) Insert a 5/8"-11 x 2-1/2" cap screw into the
threaded portion of the hub assembly.
(4) Support clutch with one hand, then tighten cap
screw until clutch is removed.
(5) Remove the three hexagon head screws attach-
ing the clutch field assembly to the compressor and
lift off the assembly.
installation (All)
(1) Install clutch field coil assembly on the base of
compressor bearing housing. Make sure coil assembly
is positioned so lead wire points to left of compressor
as viewed from the front. Install the three mounting
screws and tighten to 17 inch-pounds.
(2) Insert woodruff key in the crankshaft. 1
(3)Insert clutch assembly on crankshaft.
(4)Install washer and a new self-lacking bolt. Hold
clutch from turning with a spanner wrench inserted
in the holes of front bumper plate. Tighten to 20 foot-
pounds. Fig. 44-Removing Hub and Shoe Assembly
AIR CONDITIONING 24-33
ant. Some of this oil will be trapped and retained in
the system when the refrigerant is discharged for test-
ing o r unit replacement. If the compressor is t o be re-
moved for repair o r replacement, measure the re-
:REMOVER)
frigerant oil level in the compressor before the com-
pressor is removed.from the vehicle so that the same
oil level can be established when the new o r repaired
compressor is installed on the vehicle.
Too much refrigerant oil in the system can cause
abnormal operating pressures and reduce the per-
formance of the entire system.
Complete disassembly and assembly of the com-
TOOL pressor must be performed with the compressor re-
/ (SUPPORT) moved from the vehicle. On some models however,
NB 63
the valve plate and crankshaft gas seal assemblies can
be repaired with compressor installed on vehicle.
Fig. 45-Removing Bearing From the Pulley Assembly CAUTION: The system must be completely discharged
before attempting to perform any disassembly o r re-
pair service t o the compressor. Before bleeding sys-
tem down, cover clutch with a cloth t o prevent con-
tamination of clutch pole faces.
*TOOL Before disassembling the compressor, clean exteri-
or surfaces thoroughly.
Cleanliness is extremely important. The work area
/BEARING must be clean and free of air-borne dust and dirt. All
parts must be thoroughly cleaned and blown dry be-
fore reassembly.
Do not use air to dry the crankshaft front main
bearing. Wash bearing in clean mineral spirits and
shake out all excess cleaning fluid. Saturate bearing
with clean refrigerant oil and assemble immediately.
Any dirt in the front main bearing assembly will
NB62 cause noisy operation and possible damage to bearing.
CAUTION: Before reassembly of any unit, all contact
Fig. 46-Installing a N e w Bearing in surfaces must be liberally coated with clean refriger-
the Pulley Assembly (Typical) ant oil. Refrigerant oil must be kept in a sealed con-
tainer until ready for use to prevent entrance of
(4) Install bearing snap ring and hub snap ring. moisture and dirt. Never use engine oil as a substi-
CAUTION: The pulley assembly and hub assembly tute for refrigerant oil.
are mated parts. They are burnished at the factory
before shipment. N o attempt should be made t o re-
place either unit separately as this may reduce the
EPR VALVE (Evaporator Pressure Regulator)
initial torque of the clutch.
Removal
(1) Remove the two “EPR” Valve suction line fit-
SERVICING T H E COMPRESSOR ting bolts, the fitting which also contains the com-
The compressor is a two-cylinder, reciprocating- pressor suction screen, spring, and the gasket.
type designed specifically for the Chrysler Air-Condi- (2)Remove the “EPR’ Valve and “0”ring from
tioning System. Service parts are available so that the the compressor using Tool C-3822,by rotating the
compressor can be repaired in the field. valve counterclockwise slightly, (Fig. 48).
Figure 47 is a disassembled view of the compressor CAUTION: Do not handle the ”EPR” Valve more than
with the nomenclature of the parts. Some parts are necessary. The valve should be inspected externally
serviced individually and some are serviced in pack- and wiped clean with a lint-free cloth. Place the valve
ages which include two or more service parts. Refer in a plastic bag until ready t o be installed.
to the parts book for this information.
CAUTION: The refrigerant oil used in the compressor lnsfallation
is carried through the entire system by the refriger- (1) Install new “0”ring on the “EPR’ Valve.
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BOLT
HEAD
- - PLATE
GASKET
GASKET

-CAP
GAS K ET\-

HOUSING1 BOLT NB329


Fig. 47-Compressor Disassembled

(2) Lubricate “0” ring with refrigerant oil and in- COMPRESSOR
stall “EPR’Valve in the compressor with Tool (2-3822
while rotating the valve counterclockwise. Removal
(3)Install compressor suction screen in the “EPR” (1) Discharge the system. (Refer to “Discharging
Valve suction line fitting. the System.”)
(4) Install suction line fitting gasket, spring, fitting, (2) Measure and record the refrigerant oil level so
and tighten the attaching bolts to 8 to 14 foot-pounds. that the oil level of a replacement or repaired com-
pressor can be adjusted to the exact level in the
compressor removed from the vehicle. See “Oil
Level.”
(3)Disconnect suction line from suction muffler
and the discharge line from the muffler fitting.
CAUTION: Plug or cap all the lines as soon as they
are disconnected to keep the moisture out of the
system.
(4) Disconnect the magnetic clutch-to-control-unit
wire.
(5) Loosen and remove compressor pulley belts.
(6) Remove the compressor-tebracket attaching
bolts, and remove compressor.

I nstullation
(1) Install the compressor to the bracket, and tight-
Fig. 48-Removing the EPR Valve en the attaching bolts.
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-35
(2) Install compressor pulley belts. 1/8-27 BRASS FITTING-PIPE
(3) Connect magnetic clutch-to-control-unit wire. WITH THREADS GROUND OFF
(4) Remove the caps or plugs and connect the suc- BRAZE ALL AROUND DIA. I

tion line to the suction muffler and connect discharge


line to the muffler fitting. 4-58
/"-1
CAUTION: When replacing the compressor assem-
DIPSTICK FOR USE IN CRANKCASE 3/16"
bly, the crankshaft should be rotated by hand at least
two complete revolutions to clear oil accumulation
from the compressor head before the clutch i s ener-
gized to avoid damaging the compressor reed valves.

Oil Level-Compressor 1/16"


When a new compressor is installed at the factory, DIPSTICK FOR USE IN SUMP
the compressor contains 10 to 11 ounces of a special
wax-free refrigerant oil. While the air conditioning COMPRESSOR
system is in operation, the oil is carried through the CRANKCASE
entire system by the refrigerant. Some of this oil OIL FILLER PLUG CRANKSHAFl
will be trapped and retained in various parts of the
system. Consequently, once the system has been in SUMP PLUG
operation, the amount of oil left in the compressor VIEW OF COMPRESSOR
will always be less than the original charge of 10 to FROM FRONT OF CAR NN968
11 ounces.
The compressor oil level should be checked as a Fig. 49-Compressor Dip Stick Chart
matter of routine, whenever the refrigerant has been
If the sump contains less than six ounces of oil,
released from the system.
add fresh clean refrigerant oil to bring the level to
(1) Operate the system for 15 minutes at 1000
the minimum shown in the table above. Remove any
engine rpm for eight cylinder engines and 1100 en- oil in excess of eight ounces.
gine rpm for six cylinder engines. These engine set-
tings will provide a compressor speed of approxi- Cylinder Head and Valve Plate Assembly
mately 1200 rpm. Removal
(2) Open car windows and keep engine hood raised. (1) Remove the cylinder head bolts, head and valve
(3) Press the A/C button and turn blower switch plate assembly. If plate does not separate from head,
to high. tap the removing lip on the valve plate lightly with a
On completion of the above operations, shut the air plastic hammer (see Figure 50). Do not pry apart.
conditioning off, without changing any of the de-
scribed settings. lnspection
After the system has been bled down, wait ten After removal of head, plate and gaskets, examine
minutes for refrigerant to boil off and then measure the valves. If valves are broken and the damage ex-
the oil in the compressor by inserting a dipstick tends to cylinder bores, examine bores to see if they
(made up as shown in Figure 49) through the crank- can be repaired by removing light scoring, scuffing or
case oil filler hole. Measure the height on the dipstick scratches with a crocus cloth. After conditioning cyl-
and determine the amount of oil in the unit by refer- inder bores, clean surfaces of cylinder block, valve
ring to the following chart: plate and head thoroughly with mineral spirits.
Dipstick reading should be at least six ounces and Use care to remove all shreds of old gasket from
not more than eight ounces. plate, block and head surfaces. Clean attaching stud
holes in the block. If valve plate or cylinder head is
damaged, replace, using a complete compressor valve
Dipstick Reading
plate replacement package.
Inches @ Inches @ CAUTION: Do not touch or pry the reed valves.
ENGINE 6 ounces 8 ounces
Minimum Maximum lnsfallat ion
225 2 318" 3.w (1) The valve plate and the cylinder head must be
273 and 318 2" 2 318" assembled with the reed valve assembly as shown in
383. 440 and 426 2 718" 3 112" Figure 51.
eo-mpressor Set (2) Dip the gaskets in clean refrigerant oil. Do Not
Vertically on Bench 2" 2 318" Soak. Using the pilot studs as a guide, install the valve
24-36 AIR CON DIT10N ING n

VALVE PLATE GASKET


PLATE ASSEMBLY
A TOOL (PILOT STUDS)
CYLINDER HEAD
GASKET

c
ti
>ER
D

Fig. 52-Installing Valve Plate and Cylinder Head

with a plastic hammer being careful not to distort the


Fig. 50-Valve Plate and Head Removing Lip oil pressure relief spring.
plate gasket, valve plate, cylinder head gasket and (4) Remove oil relief spring and (rubber) ball from
cylinder head, as shown in Figure 52. crankcase.
(3) Install the attaching bolts. Tighten each bolt al- (5) Remove cylinder heads and valve plates.
ternately and evenly to 18 to 24 foot-pounds (name Before removing the pistons, rods or rod caps, mark
plate bolts) and 20 to 26 foot-pounds on the remain- all parts to insure reassembly in the original position.
ing bolts. (6) Remove rod caps; remove piston and rod as-
sembly from cylinder.
Piston and Connecting Rod
Removal Inspection
(1) Drain oil from compressor. Inspect piston and rings for score marks. Inspect
(2) Remove sump attaching bolts. rod bearing for pits and for chipping. Replace parts if
(3) Separate the sump from the case by tapping damaged.
-
REED VALVE ASSEMBLY

\
Installation
VALVE PLATE (1) Remove bearing cap and install piston in bore.
Use piston ring compressor to prevent ring damage.
(2) Install bearing caps, and tighten screws 50 to 60
inch-pounds. Be sure each cap is installed in its origi-
nal position.
(3) Install valve plates and cylinder heads.
(4) Turn compressor upside down. Install pilot
studs, gasket, oil pressure relief ball and spring.
(5) Install the sump over pilot studs (Fig. 53) mak-
ing sure the oil pressure relief spring depresses uni-
formly as the sump is lowered on the case.
(6) Tighten sump bolts finger tight to prevent
spring misalignment, then tighten 14 to 20 foot-
pounds.
(7) Refill with new refrigerant oil after the com-
pressor is installed on vehicle. Do not reuse the oil
Fig. 5 I -Valve Plate-Installed Position that was previously drained.
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-37

CARBON SEAL

COIL SPRING

TAN& WAVE SPRING

CARTRIDGE TYPE UNITIZED TYPE


Fig. 53-Installing Compressor Sump
Fig. 55-Gas Seal Identification
Crankshafi Bearing Housing and Gas Seal
Removal sembly, inspect the assembly to make sure that tangs
(1)Remove crankshaft bearing housing seal bolts. index in slots of mating part. This will insure proper
(2) Remove bearing housing from crankcase, using spring action. The carbon seal must be assembled as
two screwdrivers inserted in the slots provided to pry shown in Figure 55.
housing from the case (Fig. 54). (2) Hold seal firmly on the outside edge to prevent
(3) Remove crankshaft bearing housing gas seal it from rotating out of the index slots. Do not touch
seat plate from bearing housing. This is part of the sealing face of carbon seal.
gas seal replacement package and must be replaced (3) Lubricate crankshaft with refrigerant oil. Slide
when the gas seal assembly is replaced. the seal on the crankshaft with smooth (carbon seal)
(4) Remove gas seal from crankshaft. surface up, or toward the front of compressor.
(4) When seal bottoms against the crankshaft bear-
lnstallation ing, inspect indexing of tangs again by pressing down
The crankshaft gas seal replacement package con- with thumbs to see if it has proper spring action.
sists of the crankshaft gas seal assembly and crank- (5) Lubricate and install crankshaft bearing hous-
shaft bearing housing seal seat plate. Two types of ing seal seat plate with the smooth (micro-finish) side
crankshaft seals are supplied for service, as shown in up. Use a sleeve with the minimum inside diameter of
Figure 55. If replacement package contains the 1-3/8inches to avoid damaging the micro-finish seal-
cartridge-type seal, follow the entire installation pro- ing surface of the face plate. Tap sleeve lightly until
cedure given below. If replacement package contains the seal seat is fully seated in the housing.
the unitized-type seals, steps 1, 2 and 4 will not apply. Cleanliness is important. Wipe seat clean with a
(1)Before installing the cartridge-type gas seal as- lint-free cloth and re-oil with refrigerant oil.
(6) Install the bearing housing oil seal, using plenty
of refrigerant oil on seal.
(7) Install the housing, making sure it is in proper
alignment with the screw holes. The gas seal assembly I
may be damaged if the bearing housing is rotated
after the housing seal contacts the carbon seal.
(8)Install bolts and tighten 8 to 14 foot-pounds.
Crankshaft and Ball Bearings
Removal
(1) Remove cylinder heads and valve plates.
(2) Remove pistons and connecting rods.
seal.
The pistons and rods must be completely removed
Fig. 54-Removing Crankshaft Bearing Housing before the crankshaft removal.
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(4) Remove crankshaft and thrust washer from Oil Pump


crankcase. Removal
(5) To remove the crankshaft ball bearing, use a To remove oil pump, it is not necessary to drain the
small arbor press. Make sure bearing is properly sup- refrigerant oil from the crankcase.
ported before pressing bearing from shaft. (1) Remove oil pump cover plate and oil seal.
(2) Remove drive shaft and rotors.
lnspecf ion
Clean and inspect all the parts. Replace question- lnsfallat ion
able parts as required. If the crankshaft ball bearing (1) Install oil pump drive shaft by rotating the shaft
is in good condition and clean, protect it against entry until tang end engages in the crankshaft slot.
of dirt and re-use it. If bearing is serviceable but (2) Install inner rotor on the drive shaft, engaging
dirty, or there is evidence of dirt, clean it carefully the drive.
with mineral spirits and shake dry. Saturate bearing (3) Install outer rotor, and rotate it until it will
with clean refrigerant oil and assemble immediately. slide forward over inner rotor cams. Turn compressor
If a new bearing is to be installed, leave it wrapped in crankshaft with the oil pump in this position to deter-
its protective package until ready for installing. mine that rotors do not bind.
(4) Install oil pump cover plate and oil seal.
Do not wash a new bearing assembly before instal-
( 5 ) Tighten bolts 8 to 14 foot-pounds.
lation. Do Not spin bearing with air.

EXPANSION VALVE
lnstallat ion
(1) Press crankshaft ball bearing on crankshaft Removal (Coronet)
using a sleeve which bears on inner race only. The system must be completely discharged before
(2) Install crankshaft, making sure the thrust opening any of the refrigerant lines.
washer is on the rear bearing journal before placing (1) Disconnect equalizer from suction line fitting
crankshaft in the crankcase. (Fig. 57).
(3) Rotate crankshaft to engage the oil pump shaft (2) Disconnect expansion valve from liquid line and
in the crankshaft slot. evaporator. Use two wrenches to loosen each of these
(4) Install new gas seal and crankshaft bearing connections.
housing. Use a suitable tool, as shown in Figure 56 to (3) Carefully pull out capillary sensing tube from
assure free axial movement. suction line well.
(5) Install pistons and connecting rods. (4) Remove rubber seal from the capillary sensing
(6) After pistons and connecting rods are installed, tube. Inspect condition of inlet screen.
turn the crankshaft to check freeness. Shaft should
turn without binding. lnsfallat ion
(7) Install oil sump, valve plates and cylinder heads, (1) With new “0”rings and clean refrigerant oil on
using new gaskets. all fittings, connect expansion valve to liquid line and
evaporator assembly using two wrenches to prevent
rotation and twisting of the lines.
(2) Connect equalizer tube to the fitting on suction

I
Fig. 56-Measuring Crankshaft Axial Movement Fig. 57-Expansion Valve Installed - rypical
n
v AIR CONDITIONING 24-39
line. AIC ACTUATOR
(3) With a rubber seal on the capillary sensing
tube, carefully insert the tube in the suction line well
as far as it will go (approximately five inches).
(4) After expansion valve is installed, it must be
completely tested and the system must be tested for
I
leaks and recharged.
Do Not permit capillary line to touch the air
cleaner o r distributor.

HEATER CORE

Removal (Coronet and Charger)


The heater core is located behind a separate cover
attached t o the evaporator case forward of the in-
strument panel (Figs. 58 and 59).
(1) Disconnect cable at battery, drain cooling sys-
tem, remove air cleaner, and disconnect heater hoses. -
Fig. 60-Heater Core Water Tube
Assembly Removal and Installation
(2) Remove distribution housing (Fig. 58) glove box
and heater core inlet-outlet tube assembly (Fig. 60).
(3) Remove fresh air-recirculating air inlet hose.
(4) Disconnect floor air actuator rod from linkage.
(5) Disconnect actuator vacuum hoses and remove
fresh air-recirculating door housing assembly (Fig.
61).
(6) Remove defroster hoses, disconnect electrical
connections from resistor block and bypass switch.
(7) Remove the two screws attaching the water by-
RESISTOR DEFROSTER OUTLETS

-
Fig. 61-Fresh Air Recirculating Door
Housing Removal and Installation

pass valve to heater cover and remove the operating


/ \ DOOR HOUSING link attaching screw (Fig. 62).
(8) Disconnect air conditioning door actuator from
DISTRIBUTION
HOUSING
‘.!:g
COOLERS
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL VALVE mounting bracket and remove the two support braces.
CAPILLARY WELL NK1395 A

Fig. 58-Heater and Evaporator - Passenger Side

. CASE MOUNTING CASE MOUNTING


STUDS STUDS NK1407A K 1398

Fig. 59-Heater and Evaporator - Engine Side Fig. 62-Water By-Pass Valve Link Attaching Screw
24-40 AIR CONDITIONING -
n

(9) Remove five retainer spring clips and ten (7) Install the vacuum hoses to floor air actuator
screws attaching cover to the case. and the fresh air-recirculating actuator (hose with red
(10) To remove the cover and heater core it will be stripe to the rod side) and install the fresh air-recircu-
necessary to pull lower edge rearward, then lift as- lating door housing. Connect floor air actuator rod to
sembly 3/8 inch to unhook the cover lip from the case. the linkage with the retainer clip.
Carefully lower the assembly and out to the right (8) Install fresh air-recirculating air inlet hose.
side. (9) Install the heater core inlet-outlet tube assem-
bly, a drop or two of clean water on the “0”rings will
installation facilitate installation.
Install the water bypass valve with linkage to the (10) Install temperature control valve capillary
heater core (if removed). Use new ”0” rings on the tube in heater core cover.
inlet and outlet tubes (Fig. 63). (11) With the air conditioning door open approxi-
(1) Position heater core on evaporator case. mately one inch, install the distribution housing.
(2) To install the cover it is necessary to hook the (12) Install the flexible hoses to the instrument
cover lip on the evaporator case and roll it down into panel outlets.
position. Secure the cover with five retainer spring (13) Install glove box assembly.
clips on top and ten screws on the two sides and (14)Connect the heater hoses (Figs. 65, 66 and 67)
bottom and fill cooling system. For summer operation as
(3) Attach water by-pass valve to heater cover and well as winter operation, be sure the system is pro-
the operating link to air conditioning door. tected with the proper type and amount of antifreeze.
(4) Install air conditioning door actuator with the (15) Install air cleaner and connect battery cable.
vacuum hoses (hose with red stripe to the rod side), (16) Start engine, operate until normal engine
and the two support braces. operating temperature is obtained and test operation
(5) Install electrical connections to resistor block. of the heater assembly.
(6) Adjust electrical by-pass switch operating arm
to have .020 to .060 inch operating clearance be- Evaporator (Figs. 68 and 69)
tween operating arm and actuator rod (Fig. 64). Removal (Coronet and Charger)
The system must be completely discharged before
opening any of the refrigerant lines.
To remove the evaporator and case assembly, re-
move the heater and evaporator as an assembly as
follows:
(1) Disconnect cable at battery negative post, drain
cooling system, remove air cleaner, disconnect heater
hoses (Figs. 65, 66 and 67), and remove blower motor
air hose.

LINKAGE ’ ~-
NK1399
(2) Disconnect suction line and expansion valve
from evaporator. Use two wrenches to loosen each of
these connections.
Fig. 63-Heater Core and By-Pass Valve Assembly Cap all refrigerant openings to prevent the entrance
of dirt and moisture.
(3) Remove cooler duct and hoses.
(4) Remove distribution housing, defroster hoses
and fresh air hose.
(5) Remove glove box.
(6) Disconnect actuator vacuum hose cluster at
control switch and at “Tee” source connector.
(7)Disconnect electrical connections at resistor
block, by-pass switch, blower motor and blower motor
ground wire.
(8) Remove right hand spot cooler duct and spot
cooler (held by two button head spring clips).
(9) Remove Ranco valve sensing tube and brace at
center of housing.
~~

(10) Remove the five mounting stud nuts at the


Fig. 64-By-Pass Switch Adjustment firewall.
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-41

INSERT TUBE FROM EXPANSION VALVE UNTIL COMPRESSOR SUCTION TlON HOSE AND TUBE ASSEMBLY
END BOTTOMS OUT IN THERMAL WELL AND THEN MUFFLER ASSEMB
PUSH RUBBER SEAL OVER THE PROJECTING END ISCHARGE HOSE AND TUBE ASSEMBLY
OF WELL TO COMPLETE SEAL.

*EXPANSION VALVE ASSEMBLY


WATER VALVE ASSEMBLY
WATER VALVE TO
HEATER CORE HOS

LIQUID HOSE TO
EXPANSION VALV

RECEIVER DRIER DISCHARGE MUFFLER


SIGHT GLASS A AND TUBE ASSEMBLY

SUCTION HOSE AND


TUBE ASSEMBLY

LIQUID TUBE ASSEMBLY

HEATER CORE TO PUMP HOSE

ENGINE TO WATER VALVE HOSE

*CAPILLARY MUST ROUTE WITHIN 1.00 ABOVE CONDENSER ASSEMBLY


OR BELOW SUCTION TUBE AND MUST NOT ROU
FURTHER THAN 1.50 TOWARDS LEFT OF
CAR FROM SUCTION TUBE
EXTERNAL EQUALIZER MUST NOT ROUTE
CLOSER THEN 1” FROM ADJOINING ENGINE
COMPONENTS NP677

- -
Fig. 65-Air Conditioning and Heater Plumbing (Coronet and Charger) 383 440 and 426 Cu. In. Engines
(11) Pull the unit towards rear of car until all (4) Install the collars and insulators on the two
studs are clear of firewall, then move the unit towards drain tubes (Fig. 69).
the right, tilting the unit down and remove from (5) Enter the complete heater and evaporator un-
under the instrument panel and to the work bench for der the instrument panel and position the unit against
disassembly. the firewall, indexing the tubes and mounting studs
(12) Remove the floor air actuator bracket. with corresponding holes in the firewall, then c a r e
(13) Remove heater core housing seven attaching fully move unit forward until unit is positioned
screws and the two screws attaching the actuator to against the firewall. Install the stud nuts but do not
the housing to facilitate removing the four stud nuts. tighten until all nuts have been installed and studs
(14) Raise heater core housing slightly to release centered in their respective holes.
from lip of evaporator housing and separate the (6) Install blower motor wires and air tube.
heater unit from the evaporator unit.
(15) Remove the six evaporator attaching screws (7) Use new “0”rings with clean refrigerant oil
and carefully remove the evaporator and drain pan on all connections, then install the suction line and
from case (Fig. 68). the expansion valve to the evaporator fittings. Use
two wrenches to prevent rotation and twisting of the
lines.
lnstallation (Coronet and Charger)
(1) Install the evaporator and drain pan, being (8) Connect the heater hoses, (Figs. 65,66 and 67).
careful not to damage the case insulation; tighten the (9) Install the Ranco valve sensing tube.
six attaching screws. (10) Install the right hand spot cooler and duct.
(2) Position the heater core housing on the evapo- block bypass switch. Adjust bypass switch operat-
rator case by hooking the housing lip on the evapo- ing arm to have .020 to .060 inch operating clearance
rator case and pull it down into position. Secure the between the operating arm and the actuator rod (Fig.
housing with.the spring clips and screws on the two 64).
sides and bottom. (11) Connect electrical connections at resistor block
(3) Install the floor actuator and bracket. by-pass switch. Adjust by-pass switch operating arm
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INSERT TUBE FROM EXPANSION VALVE UNTIL END BOTTOMS ENGINE TO WATER VALVE HOSE
OUT IN THERMAL WELL AND THEN PUSH RUBBER
SEAL OVER THE PROJECTING END OF WELL TO HEATER CORE TO WATER PUMP HOSE
COMPLETE SEAL.
SUCTION MUFFLER
* EXPANSION VALVE ASSEMBLY
WATER VALVE ASSEMBLY
WATER VALVE TO HEATER CORE H O

LIQUID HOSE AND TUBE

RECEIVER DRIER ASSEMBLY

SUCTION HOSE AND TUBE ASSEMBLY

LIQUID TUBE ASSEMBLY

DISCHARGE MUFFLER
AND TUBE ASSEMBLY
DISCHARGE HOSE AND TUBE ASSEMBLY

*CAPILLARY MUST ROUTE WITHIN 1.00 ABOVE OR BELOW


SUCTION TUBE AND MUST NOT ROUTE FURTHER THAN
.(DENSER ASSEMBLY
1.50 TOWARDS LEFT OF CAR FROM SUCTION TUBE.

EXTERNAL EQUALIZER MUST


NOT ROUTE CLOSER THEN 1“ FROM
ADJOINING ENGINE COMPONENTS NP678

-
Fig. 66-Air Conditioning and Heater Plumbing (Coronet, Charger) 273 and 3 18 Cu. In. Engines
to have .020 to .060 inch operating clearance between BLOWER MOTOR
the operating arm and the actuator rod (Fig. 64).
(12) Install the vacuum hoses to floor actuator Coronet and Charger
and the fresh air-recirculating actuator (hose with All service to the blower motor is made from the
red stripe to the rod side). Connect floor air actuator engine compartment side.
rod to the linkage with the retainer clip.
(13) Connect actuator vacuum hose cluster at con-
Removal
trol switch and vacuum source hose at “Tee” connec- (1) Disconnect feed wire at the connector and the
tion. ground wire. Remove air tube.
(14) Install cooler duct and distribution housing. (2) Remove the three sheet metal screws located on
(15) Install all flexible hoses to instrument panel the outer surface of mounting plate (Fig.70).
outlets. (3) Remove mounting plate, blower motor and fan
(16) Install glove box assembly. as an assembly.
(17) Fill cooling system. For summer operation
as well as winter operation, be sure the system is lnstallation
protected with the proper type and amount of anti- If the blower was removed from the mounting
freeze. plate, be sure the mounting grommets are installed a t
(18)Install air cleaner and connect battery cable. the attaching bolts. Be sure the blower wheel is free
After the evaporator and heater assembly is in- and does not rub.
stalled in the vehicle, it will be necessary to sweep the (1) Install blower motor assembly to the evaporator
system, test for leaks and charge the system with the case with the air tube opening to the bottom. Secure
proper amount of refrigerant. It is recommended with the three sheet metal screws.
that the operation of all controls be tested and an (2) Install air tube, motor ground wire and connect
overall performance test be made after the repair or the feed wire.
replacement of the evaporator assembly. (3) Test operation of blower.
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-43

INSERT TUBE FROM EXPANSION VALVE UNTIL END BOTTOMS


OUT IN THERMAL WELL AND THEN PUSH RUBBER SEAL OVER
THE PROJECTING END OF WELL TO COMPLETE SEAL.
ENGINE TO WATER
*EXPANSION VALVE ASSEMB
VALVE HOSE
WATER VALVE T
HEATER CORE
HEATER CORE TO
PUMP HOSE ASSEMBL

LIQUID HOSE TO
EXPANSION VALVE
CHARGE MUFFLER

RECEIVER DRIER AND ASSEMBLY


SIGHT GLASS ASSEMBLY

SUCTION HOSE AND


TUBE ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY

LIQUID TUBE ASSEMBLY

*CAPILLARY MUST ROUTE WITHIN 1.00 ABOVE


OR BELOW SUCTION TUBE AND MUST NOT
ROUTE FURTHER THAN 1.50 TOWARDS
LEFT OF CAR FROM SUCTION TUBE
EXTERNAL EQUALIZER MUST NOT ROUTE
CLOSER THEN 1” FROM ADJOINING ENGINE
COMPONENTS NP679

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Fig. 67-Air Conditioning and Heater Plumbing (Coronet) 225 Cu. In. Engine
EXPANSION VALVE (Dart) capillary sensing tube. Inspect inlet screen.

Removal lnsfallation
The system must be completely discharged before (1) With new “0”rings and clean refrigerant oil on
opening any of the refrigerant lines. all fittings, install the expansion valve to the liquid
(1) Remove equalizer tube from evaporator suction line and elbow assembly using two wrenches to pre-
line fitting (Fig. 71). vent rotation and twisting of the lines.
(2) Disconnect expansion valve from elbow assem- (2) Connect equalizer tube to the fitting on the
bly and liquid line. Use two wrenches to loosen each evaporator suction line.
of these connections. (3) With a rubber seal on the capillary sensing
(3) Carefully pull out capillary sensing tube from tube, carefully install the tube in the well located in
well located in suction line. Remove rubber seal from

COLLAR /I-
W,.,,?. ~

TUeE
INSULATOV
NK 1401
A PAN
IDPAIN
”.--

EVAPORATOR NKld00
Fig. 69-Evaporator Drain Tube Collar and
Fig. 68-Evaporator Removed from Case Insulator
24-44 AIR CONDITIONING 0

MOUNTING PLATE perature control switch control cable and heater core
ground wire.
(5) Remove the screw securing the heater assembly
to the evaporator assembly (View A, Fig. 72).
(6) Disconnect heater housing support rod from the
fresh air duct (Fig. 73).
(7) Remove heater assembly.
(8) Remove fresh air-recirculating door actuator.
(9) Remove operating link between bellcrank and
recirculating door.
AIR Tl (10) Remove the fresh air inlet seal from either
front or rear heater housing half only.
(11) Remove the retainer clips attaching the heater
housing halves together and separate the heater hous-
ing halves.
(12) Remove the screws attaching the heater core
Fig. 70-Blower Motor Installed to heater housing and remove the core.
,
lnstullcrtion
//

/
(1) Place a small bead of sealer in heater housing
flange.
(2) Install heater core in the heater housing and
secure the four attaching screws.
(3) Cement the weatherseal on the inner lip of
heater core flange (Fig. 74).
(4) Place a small bead of sealer on heater housing
cover.
EQUALIZER TUBE (5) Position both housing halves together and in-
stall the eleven retainer spring clips. Remove any ex-
cess sealer.
NK14ll A
(6) Cement fresh air inlet seal into position.
(7) Install operating link between bellcrank and re-
Fig. 7 I-Expansion Valve Details circulating door. Adjust if necessary. With recirculat-
ing door closed, fresh air door should be fully open.
the suction line as far as it will go (approximately five (8) Install fresh air recirculating actuator.
inch depth). (9) Position heater assembly in the vehicle and
(4) After expansion valve is installed, it must be proceed as follows:
completely tested. Then the system must be tested for (a) Install temperature control cable on outer
leaks and recharged. operating arm in full heat position with end of cable
HEATER CORE (Dart) housing 1/4 inch beyond edge of retainer clip (Fig.
72.)
The heater core is located behind a separate cover (b) Install the evaporator temperature control
forward of the instrument panel. The core is held in switch cable on the inner operating arm in full heat
position in its cover by four sheet metal attaching position with the end of the cable housing 1/4 inch
screws. The core and cover are removed and installed beyond the edge of the cable clip.
as an assembly. (10) Position heater assembly on dash panel and
secure heater support rod to the fresh air duct and
Removal (Figs. 72 and 73) the screw to the evaporator assembly.
(1)Disconnect battery and remove air cleaner.
(11) Install electrical wires to resistor block, vacu-
(2) Drain cooling system and remove heater hoses
from the core. um hoses to fresh air-recirculating actuator (red
(3) Remove air outlet assembly, glove box assembly
stripe to rod side) and heater core ground wire.
and right defroster tubing. (12) Install right defroster tubing, glove box as-
(4) Disconnect electrical wires from resistor block, sembly and air outlet assembly.
vacuum hoses from the fresh air-recirculating actu- (13) Install heater hoses, See Figures 75 and 76,
ator, the temperature control cable, evaporator tem- fill cooling system, connect battery terminal and
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-45

EVAPORATOR
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL SWITCH
IN FULL HEAT POSlTlOF

VIEW AT ARROW B

Fig. 72--Hearer and Evaporator Assembly - Passenger Side - Typical


install air cleaner. (5) Remove defroster actuator, evaporator tempera-
(14) Start engine, operate until normal engine ture control switch, and carefully withdraw the capil-
operating temperature is obtained and test operation lary sensing tube.
of heater assembly. (6) Remove the weatherseal around the air outlet
opening, and remove the attaching cover screws and
EVAPORATOR (Dart) cover.
(7) Remove the attaching stud nuts and remove
The evaporator assembly includes the evaporator evaporator from case (Fig. 78).
core, the evaporator housing with the evaporator inlet
and defroster doors. To remove the evaporator as- installation
sembly, it is necessary to remove the heater assembly, (1) Position evaporator in the case and secure with
See “Heater Removal.” The system must be com- attaching stud nuts.
pletely discharged before opening any of the refriger- (2) Place a small bead of sealer on case flange, in-
ant lines. stall case cover and secure the attaching screws. Re-
move any excess sealer.
Removal (3) Carefully install capillary sensing tube through
(1) Disconnect elbow assembly and suction lines the case into the evaporator to the full depth (Fig. 79).
from evaporator. Use two wrenches to loosen each of Position evaporator temperature control switch and
these connections. Cap all the refrigerant openings to secure with attaching screws (Fig. 77).
prevent entrance of dirt and moisture. (4) Install defroster actuator and cement the
(2) Disconnect blower motor wires and air tube. weatherseal around air outlet opening.
(3) Disconnect by-pass switch wires and actuator (5) Position evaporator assembly on the dash panel
hoses. and install the stud nuts that attach the assembly to
(4) Remove maunting stud nuts and remove evapo- dash panel.
rator assembly with blower motor as a single unit (6) Install blower motor wires and air tube.
(Fig. 77). (7) Use new “0”rings with clean refrigerant oil on
2446 AIR CON DlTlONl NG 0

EVAPORATOR MOUNTING STUDS

EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE
CONTROL SWITCH
I
1

BLOWER-MOTOR
GROUND WIRE
NKl404

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Fig. 73-Hecrter and Evaporator Assembly -Engine Side Typical
all connections, install the inlet elbow assembly and the proper amount of refrigerant. It is recommended
suction line. Use two wrenches to prevent rotation that the operation of all controls be tested and an
and twisting of the lines. overall performanee test be made after the repair or
(8) Install bypass switch wires, and actuator hoses replacement of the evaporator assembly-
(hose with red stripe to rod side).
(9) Install heater as described in Paragraph BLOWER MOTOR (Dart)
“Heater Installation.”
~~

All service to the blower motor is made from the


(10) After the evaporator and heater assemblies are
installed in the vehicle, it will be necessary to sweep engine compartment side.
the system, test for leaks and charge the system with
Removal
(1) Disconnect feed wire at connector and ground
wire. Remove air tube.
(2) Remove the three sheet metal screws located on
the outer surface of mounting plate.
(3) Remove mounting plate, blower motor and fan
as an assembly.

lnsf allation
If the blower was removed from the mounting
plate, be sure the mounting grommets are installed at
the attaching bolts. Be sure the blower wheel i s free

c WEATHEPSEAL/ NU1405
and does not rub.
(1) Install blower motor assembly to the evaporator
case with air tube opening to the bottom. Secure with
Fig. 74-Weatherseal Positioned the three sheet metal screws.
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-47

’ [/
INSERT TUBE FROM EXPANSION VALVE
UNTIL END BOTTOMS OUT IN THERMAL WELL /EXPANSION VALVE ASSEMBLY
AND THEN PUSH RUBBER SEAL OVER THE DISCHARGE MUFFLER ASSEMBLY

\k
PROJECTING END OF WELL TO COMPLETE SEAL.
\ HEATER CORE TO WATER PUMP HOSE

(%;F&?E / -
/
DISCHARGE HOSE AND
TUBE ASSEMBLY

VACUUM HOSES (REF)


(ROD SIDE-RED STRIPE)
(OTHER SIDE-WHITE STRIPE)

WATER VALVE
ASSEMBLY

WATER VALVE TO
ENGINE HOSE SUCTION MUFF1.ER

LIQUID TUBE ASSEMBLY’

SUCTION HOSE A N D /
A
‘ -\
TUBE ASSEMBLY

RECEIVER DRIER ASSEMBLY


/ I

\
\
CONDENSER ASSEMBLY
LIQUID TUBE ASSEMBLY

NP672

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Fig. 75-Air Conditioning and Heater Plumbing (Dart) 273 Cu. In. Engines

(2) Install air tube, motor ground wire and connect (3) Test operation of blower motor.
the feed wire.

COMPLETE SYSTEM DISCHARGE


A N D RECHARGE

REFRIGERANT SERVICE REFRIGERANT CHARGE


Use only Refrigerant 12 in the 1967 air-condition-
Single
ing system. Refrigerant 12 is available in bulk tanks
or in sealed 15 ounce cans. The use of canned refrig- Coronet, 3 Ibs.2 02. to
erant is preferred by most technicians because it pro- Charger 3 I bs. 6 OZ.
vides a very quick and simple means of adding re-
frigerant or charging the system completely. Refer to Dart 2 Ibs. 10 oz. to
the Refrigerant Charge Chart. 2 I bs. 14 02.
An accurate scale must be used to insure charging
with the proper amount of refrigerant. system tested for leaks. Compressor oil level should
Since the use of canned refrigerant is preferred be checked and adjusted, if necessary. See “Oil Level”
universally, only that method is described. page 35. The drier should be replaced and the system
Before the system can be opened for replacement evacuated using a vacuum pump to remove all air and
of lines or components, the system must be complete- moisture. The system should be charged with the
ly discharged.’Whenever the system has been opened, proper amount of refrigerant. Detailed instruction for
it must be swept with a partial charge, and the entire performing these operations follow.
24-48 AIR CONDITIONING 0

VACUUM HOSES ROD HEATER CORE TO ENGINE HOSE


TO INTAKE MANIFOLD FITTING
SUCTION HOSE AND TUBE ASSEMBLY
COMPRESSOR SUCTION MUFFLER ASSEMBLY
DISCHARGE MUFFLER AND TUBE ASSEMBLY

WATER VALVE

CONDENSER ASSEMBLY
AND THEN P

-
NP673

Fig. 76-Air Conditioning and Heater Plumbing (DaH) 225 Cu. In. €ngines

HEATER AND
WDFFRCXTFR
ACTUATOR ~

\
V
INLET DOOR
ACTUATOR AND ROD
INLET DOOR IN A/C POSITION NK1406

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Fig. 77-€vaporator Assembfy Removed Typical
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-49
(4) Push in button, fan switch on high.
Dart installation-push in the “A/C” button and
ht CORE fan switch on high.
(5) Allow the system to operate at full capacity for
at least 15 minutes at the rpm shown in the chart step
3. This will cause most of the compressor oil in the
system to return to the compressor crankcase.
(6) Open the discharge right-hand gauge valve a
small amount. This will allow the refrigerant vapor to
discharge slowly.
CAUTION: Do not allow the system to discharge
rapidly since this would sweep some of the refriger-
ant oil out of the compressor.
NK1408
(7) Allow the system to discharge until the dis-
charge pressure gauge registers zero. Open the left-
-
Fig. 78-Removing Evaporator Core Typical hand valve to release any vapor trapped at the suction
side of the system.

SW EEP-TEST CHAR G E

The purpose of the sweep-test charge is to pressur-


7 ize the system so that a leak test can be made. The
sweep-test charge also serves the purpose of drying
the system or sweeping out trapped moisture. Repairs
SENSING
TUBE
and component replacement must be completed be-
fore charging with the sweep-test charge.
(1) Close both gauge set manifold valves and open
the gauge set manifold needle valve.
MOUGING
STUD NUTS NK1409 (2) Attach the free end of the long hose used for
discharging to the refrigerant dispensing manifold.
Fig. 79-Installing Capillary Sensing Tube
(3) Attach a single can of Refrigerant 12 to the
DISCHARGE THE SYSTEM dispensing manifold. Place the refrigerant in 125 de-
gree water. For detailed instructions on attaching re-
(1) Be sure the valves of the gauge manifold set are frigerant can for charging, see “Charging the Sys-
closed before attaching the gauge set manifold (suc- tem” in this section.
tion test hose to the suction service port and dis- (4) With vehicle windows open and hood up, oper-
charge test hose to the discharge service port). Attach ate engine as shown in the following chart:
the long test hose to the center connection of the
gauge set manifold. Lead the other end of this hose
Engine
into an exhaust ventilation system outlet or to the Engine R.P.M.
outside of the building.
(2) Open the gauge set manifold needle valve and Coronet; Charger 6 Cyl. 1600
close both of the gauge set manifold gauge valves. 8 Cyl. 1300
(3) With the vehicle windows open and hood up, Dart 6 Cyl. 1250
operate the engine as shown in the following chart: 8 Cyl. 1000

Engine
Engine R.P.M. (5) Push in “A/C” button, fan switch on high.
Dart installation-push in the “A/C” button and
Coronet; Charger 6 Cyl. 1600 fan switch on high.
8 Cyl. 1300
(6) Slowly open the left-hand gauge set manifold
Dart 6 Cyl. 1250 valve to meter the refrigerant into the system. When
8 Cyl. lo00
the full can of refrigerant has been metered into the
24-50 AIR CONDITIONING 0

system, close the gauge set manifold valves and the the window of the burner shield, not through the top
refrigerant manifold valve. of the shield.
If the system has been opened for repair or re- (1) Open the torch valve until you hear a faint hiss
placement, a complete leak test must be made to of escaping gas. Light the test torch and adjust the
make sure the system is sealed. Also, if the system valve until the flame is very small. A small flame will
has accidentally lost its charge it will be necessary to detect large as well as small leaks, whereas, a large
perform a leak test while the sweep-test charge is in flame will detect only large leaks. As soon as the
the system. Stop the engine and disconnect the test reaction plate seen through the window in the burner
hoses and adapters from the compressor service ports. shield becomes red hot, the tester is ready for use.
(2) Examine all the tube connectors and other pos-
TESTING THE SYSTEM FOR LEAKS sible leak points by moving the end of the sampling
hose from point to point. Since Refrigerant 12 is
The leak detector torch Tool C-3569 is a propane heavier than air, it is good practice to place the open
gas-burning torch used to locate a leak in any part of end of the sampling hose directly below the point
the refrigeration system. Refrigerant gas drawn into being tested. Be careful not to pinch the sampling
the sampling or “snifter” tube will cause the flame to tube since this will shut off the air supply to the
change color in proportion to the size of the leak. A flame and cause a color change.
very small leak will produce a flame color varying (3) Watch for a change in the color of the flame.
from yellowish-green to bright green. A large leak Small leaks will produce a green color and large leaks
will produce a brilliant blue flame. a bright blue color. If leaks are observed at the tube
CAUTION: Do not use the lighted detector in any fittings, tighten the connection, using the proper flare
place where explosive gases, dust, or vapor are pres- wrenches, and retest.
ent. Do not breathe the fumes that are produced by If the flame remains bright yellow when the tester
the burning of refrigerant gas. Large concentrations is removed from a possible leak point insufficient air
of refrigerant in the presence of a live flame be- is being drawn in through the sampling tube, or the
come dangerously toxic. Observe the flame through reaction plate is dirty.

OPERATE VACUUM PUMP A


MINIMUM OF 5 MINUTES WITH
SUCTION GAUGE REGISTERING
26 TO 28 INCHES OF VACUUM

NK 1443

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Fig. 80-Evacuating the System Coronet and Charger
0 AIR CONDITIONING 24-51

OPERATE VACUUM PUMP A


MINIMUM OF 5 MINUTES WITH
SUCTION GAUGE REGISTERING
26 TO 28 INCHES OF VACUUM

NK 1444

Fig. 8 I --Evacuating the System - Dart


REMOVE SWEEP-TEST CHARGE use new “0”rings. Tighten the new unit to 40 foot-
pounds. Do Not overtighten as this might damage
If the system is free of leaks, or after correcting a the “0”rings.
leak, if no air-conditioning components’have been re- CAUTION: Replacement receiverdrier-strainer units
moved, add the necessary refrigerant as described must be sealed while in storage. The drier used in
under “Correcting the Low Refrigerant Level.” If any these units is so hungry for moisture that it can
parts of the refrigerant system were disconnected saturate quickly upon exposure to the atmosphere.
remove the sweep-test charge. Close the refrigerant When installing a drier, have all tools and supplies
manifold valve so that any refrigerant remaining in ready for quick reassembly to avoid keeping the sys-
the container is sealed. Remove the long test hose tem open any longer than necessary.
from the refrigerant manifold. Insert the free end of
this test hose into an exhaust system outlet. Open the EVACUATE THE SYSTEM
right-hand gauge set manifold valve a fraction of a
turn to let the sweep-test charge escape slowly. Allow Whenever the system has been opened to atmos-
the system to discharge until the discharge pressure phere, it is absolutely essential that the system be
gauge registers zero. Open the left-hand gauge valve swept with refrigerant and evacuated or “vacuumed”
to allow any refrigerant trapped in the suction side of to remove all the air and the moisture. If any
the system to escape. appreciable amount of air remains in the system
when it is charged, the trapped air will concentrate
REPLACE THE RECEIVER-DRIER near the top of the condenser and cause abnormally
high discharge pressure. Air in the system will reduce
The system must be discharged and swept with a the condenser’s ability to condense the refrigerant
test charge before replacing the receiver-drier- gas and supply adequate liquid refrigerant to the
strainer. evaporator. To evacuate the system, proceed as fol-
To remove the receiver-drier, simply unscrew it lows:
at the fittings. When installing a new receiver-drier, (1) Connect gauge set manifold to compressor and
24-52 AIR CONDITIONING 0

RIGHT “DISCHARGE
GAUGE VALVE”

A DP-E
:E PORT
LEFT “SUC APTER
GAUGE Vi

HOT W
125”
7
EFRIGERANT
MANIFOLD
Y COMPRESSOR
INLET SERVICE
PORT
NK 1445

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Fig. 82-Complete System Charging (Coronet Charger)
long test hose from gauge set manifold center connec- REFRIGERANT CHARGE
tion to vacuum pump, Tool (2-3652,as shown in F i g
ure 80 and 81. Single
(2) Open both gauge set manifold valves, and the 3 Ibs. 2 02. to
Coronet,
needle valve. Charger 3 Ibs. 6 02.
(3) Start the vacuum pump and operate until the
evaporator suction gauge registers at least 26 inches Dart 2 Ibs. 10 02. to
2 Ibs. 14 02.
of vacuum. If system is tight and pump in good condi-
tion, vacuum will go as low as 28 inches. The special refrigerant dispensing manifold per-
(4)Allow vacuum pump to operate with the suction mits charging three full cans of refrigerant at one
gauge registering 26 to 28 inches of vacuum for a time.
minimum of five minutes. Keep the refrigerant manifold valves capped when
(5) Close both gauge set manifold valves, turn off not in use. Keep a supply of extra refrigerant-can-to-
vacuum pump and remove test hose from vacuum refrigerant-manifold gaskets on hand so that gaskets
pump. Leave gauge set manifold connected to com- can be replaced periodically. This will insure a good
pressor. Charge system with proper amount of Re- seal without excessive tightening of the can or the
frigerant 12. manifold nuts.
Failure to pull at least 26 inches of vacuum indi- (1) Attach center hose from gauge set manifold to
cates a leak in the refrigeration system or a defective refrigerant dispensing manifold. Turn refrigerant
vacuum pump. Locate and correct the trouble before manifold valves completely counterclockwise so they
recharging the system. are fully open. Remove protective caps from refriger-
ant manifold.
CHARGING THE SYSTEM (Figs. 82 and 83) (2)Screw refrigerant cans into manifold. Be sure
manifold-to-can gasket is in place and in good condi-
An accurate scale must be used to insure charging tion. Tighten can and manifold nuts to 6 to 8 foot-
with the proper amount of refrigerant. pounds.
c, AIR CONDITIONING 24-53

RIGHT "DISCHARGE
GAUGE VALVE"

LEFT "SUCTION DISCHARGE


GAUGE VALVE" SERVICE PORT
ADAPTER

CHARGING HOSt

PORT
HOT REFRIGERHNI
12 LD NK 1446
Fig. 83-Complete System Charging (Dart)
(3) Turn three refrigerant manifold valves com- (a) Charge the system through the suction side of
pletely clockwise to puncture the cans and close the the system by slowly opening the left-hand gauge set
manifold valves. manifold valve. Adjust valve as necessary so charging
(4) Turn refrigerant manifold valves counterclock- pressure does not exceed 50 psi. Maintain the tem-
wise to open them. perature of the water in the pan by adding warm
(5) Momentarily loosen the charging hose at the water as necessary.
gauge set manifold to allow the refrigerant gas to (b) When all three cans of refrigerant are com-
purge air out of the charging hose. pletely empty, close gauge set manifold valves and
(6) Place the three cans of refrigerant into a pan refrigerant manifold valves.
containing hot water at a temperature of 125 de- (c) If more than three cans of refrigerant are
grees F. necessary to complete charge repeat steps two
(7) Start engine and adjust speed as follows: through six.

Engine
Engine R.P.M.
Coronet; Charger 6 Cyl. 1600
8 Cvl. 1300
Dart 6 Cyl. 1250
8 Cyl. loo0

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