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2 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION
MANUAL DESCRIPTION
INTRODUCTION
This publication contains the essential removal,
installation, adjustment and maintenance procedures
€or servicing all Body Styles. This information is cur-
rent as of time of publication.
INDEX
The preceding page contains a “Table of Contents”
which lists the group number and subject title of each
main group. The first page in each main group has an
index to the subjects included in that group.
PAGE NUMBERS
All page numbers consist of two sets of digits sepa-
rated by a dash. The digits preceding the dash identlfy
the main body. The digits following the dash represent
the consecutive page number within the particular body
unit. The page numbers can be found on the upper left
or right of each page.
TEXT
Unless otherwise specified, each service procedure
covers all body styles. Procedures covering specific
styles are identified by the car line letter, body type
or
similar designation. A description of these designations
is covered in this unit under “VEHICLE AND ENGINE
NUMBERS”.
ILLUSTRATIONS
Where possible, illustrations are placed in close
proximity to the accompanying text and should be used
as part of the text.
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
An alphabetical index is found at the rear of the
Service Manual to aid
in locating specific subject and
components.
MASTER TECHNICIAN‘S SERVICE
CONFERENCE (M.T.S.C.1
Throughout the service manual, reference to M.T.S.C.
material for the subject can be found at the beginning
of the particular section. Example: M.T.S.C. 71-3 may
be called out in the beginning of the subject matter.
This refers to the year 1971 and the session issue
num-
ber 3.
The Master Technician ServiceConference is a train-
ing supplement available wherever Chrysler Corpora-
tion automotive services are available.
It should be clearly understood that the Master
Technician’s Service Conference does not constitute
legal authority for performing service operations.
Its
value lies in greater understanding of a specific subject,
which results in increased ability to accurately diagnosis
malfunctions.
VEHICLE AND ENGINE NUMBERS
VEHICLE NUMBER: The vehicle number (serial num-
ber) is located on a plate (Fig. 1 ) which is attached to
the instrument panel between the left windshield wiper
pivot and the left
“A” post. It can easily be seen by
looking through the windshield from the outside.
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VAf CORPORATION
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER PLATE
INSTRUMENT PANEL LOCATED
NR464
fig. 7 -Vehicle Identification Number Plate
All vehicle numbers contain thirteen digits. The
vehicle number is a code which tells the carline (1st
digit), price class (2nd digit), body type (3rd and 4th
digit), engine diplacement (5th digit), model year (6th
digit), assembly plant (7th digit), and vehicle sequence
number (last
six digits).
This vehicle number is also stamped on the engine
block. On
six cylinder engines it is on a pad located
below the number
6 spark plug at the cylinder head
joint face. On eight cylinder engines it is on
a pad
located just to the rear of the right engine mount
on
the pan rail.
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2nd Digit 3rd & 4th 5th Digit Eng. 6th Digit 7th Digit
1 st Digit Series Digits Displacement Model Assembly
Carline (Price Class) Body Type Cu. In. Year Plant
V-Valiant G
H
B-Barracuda K
L
R-Satellite M
P
S
P-Fury T
C-Chrysler
Y-lm~erial
21 -2
Dr. Sedan
23-2
Dr. Hardtop
29-2
Dr. Special
41 -4
Dr. Sedan
43-4
Dr. Hardtop
45-2 Seat Station
46-3 Seat Station
Wagon
Wagon
B-I 98
C-225
E-Spec.
Ord. 6
G-318
H-340
K-360
M-400 2
BBL
P-400 4 BBL
T-440
V-440 3/2 Bbl.
U-440 H/Perf.
Z-SDec. Ord.
8
2-1972 A-Lynch Road
B- Hamtramck
C- Jeff erson
D-Belvidere
E- Los Angeles
F-Newark
G-St. Louis
m
P - Wyom i ng
(Export)
R-Windsor
ENGINE NUMBERS: All engine serial numbers can
contain as many as fifteen characters and digits. On
198,
225, 400 and440 cubic inch engines the first letter
will designate series (model year), the next three
numerals will designate cubic inch displacement, the
next one or
two letters (depending on type of engine)
will designate model, the following four numerals
designatebuild date, the next numeral indicates shift on
which engine was built. On 318,340and 360 cubicinch
engines the first letter will designate series (model
year), the next letter will designatemanufacturingplant,
the next three numerals will indicate cubic inch displace-
ment, the next one or two letters (depending on type
of
engine) will designate model, the following four nu-
merals designate build date, and the last four numerals
designatethe engine sequence number. All 198and 225
the joint face at right corner, adjacent to number
1
cylinder bore. All 318, 340 and 360 cubic inch engines
block just below the left cylinder head. All 400 cubic
inch engines have the serial numbers stamped on the
cylinder bore. 440 cubic inch engines have the serial
numbers stamped on the left bank, pad adjacent to front
tappet rail.
On all engines, information identifying undersized
crankshaft, oversized tappets, low compression, over-
VIN NUMBER
sized cylinder bores, engine built that day and the shift
is stamped on the cylinder block at various locations
depending on engine. 198 and 225 cubic inch engines
are stamped on the joint face at right corner, adjacent
to number
1 cylinder bore, after serial number. 318,
of the block just below the left cylinderhead. 400 cubic
inch engines are stamped on the right bank joint face
just forward of the number 2 cylinder bore. 440 cubic
inch engines are stamped on the left bank, pad adjacent
to front tappet rail. For additional information on
engines, see
Group 9 in this Manual.
TRA
N SM I SSI 0 N NUMBERS : All manual transmission
numbers will be stamped on a pad provided on the right
side of the case. All TorqueFlite transmission numbers
will be stamped
on a pad provided on the left side of
the case oil pan flange.
BODY CODE PLATE: Includes schedule date, body
type, engine code, transmission code, tire code, trim
code and paint codes (Fig. 2).
cubic inch engines have the serial numbers stamped on
0.. 0.. 0.. 0.0 0.0 0.0
have the serial numbers stamped on the front of the 0.. 0.. 0.. 0.. 0.. 0..
right bank joint face just forward of the number 2 ++ ++ +++ ++ +++ ++++++
0 0.. 0.0 0.. 0.. 0.. 0
0.. 0.. 0.. 0.0 0.. 0..
Fig. 2-Body Equipment Identification Plate
It is located on the left front fender side shield, wheel
TIRE PRESSURE: A decal showing the recommended
housing
or left side of upper radiator support.
340 and 360 cubic inch engines are
on the front tire pressure is located on the body pillar at the rear of
the left front door opening
(“B” post).
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rn INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION 5
CAPACITY CONVERSION TABLE
U.S. Imperial U.S. I m per ia I U.S. Imperial
114
112
314
1
1 114
1112
1 314
2
2 114
2 112
2 314
3
3 114
3 112
3 314
4
4 114
4 112
4 314
5
5 114
5 112
5 314
6
6 114
6 112
6 314
114
318
518
314
1
1114
1112
1 314
1 314
2
2 114
2 112
2 314
3
3
3 114
3 112
3 314
4
4 114
4 114
4 112
4 314
5
5 114
5 112
5 112
7
7 114
7 112
7 314
8
8 114
8 112
8 314
9
9 114
9 112
9 314
10
10 114
10 112
10 314
11
11 114
11 112
11 314
12
12 114
12112
12314
13
13 112
14
14112
5 314
6
6 114
6 112
6 314
6 314
7
7 114
7 112
7 314
8
8
8 114
8 112
8 314
9
9 114
9 114
9 112
9 314
10
10 114
10 112
10 112
10 314
11 114
11 314
12
15
15 112
16
16 112
16 314
17
17 112
18
18 112
19
19 112
20
20 112
21
21 112
22
22 112
23
23 112
24
24 112
25
25 112
26
26 112
27
27 112
28
29
30
CAPACITY CONVERSION U.S. GALLONS TO LITERS
12 112
13
13 114
13 314
14
14 114
14 112
15
15 112
15 314
16 114
16 314
17
17 112
18
18 114
18 314
19 114
19 112
20
20 112
20 314
21 114
21 314
22
22 112
23
23 114
24 114
25
Gallons 0 1 2 3 4 5
Liters Liters Liters Liters Liters Liters
0 00.0000 3.7853 7.5707 11.3560 15.1413 18.9267
10 37.8533 41.6387 45.4240 49.2098 52.9947 56.7800
20 75.7066 79.4920 83.2773 87.0626 90.8480 94.6333
30 113.5600 117.3453 121.1306 124.9160 128.7013 132.4866
40 151.41 33 155.1986 158.9840 162.7693 166.5546 170.3400
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6 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION
CONVERSION-ENGLISH
AND METRIC MEASURES
CUBIC INCHES AND CUBIC CENTIMETERS: TO ~im-
plify comparison
of engine sizes between cubic inches
and cubic centimeters or liters, follow the formulas
shown in this section.
CUBIC CENTIMETERS TO INCHES: When changing
cubic centimeters to cubic inches, multiply cubic centi-
meters times
.061 to obtain cubic inches, (C. C. X
.061 = Cubic Inch).
CUBIC INCHES TO CENTIMETERS: When changing
cubic inches to cubic centimeters, multiply cubic inches
times
16.39 to obtain cubic centimeters, (Cubic Inch X
16.39 = C. C.).
LITERS TO CUBIC INCHES: When changing liters to
cubic inches, multiply liters times
61.02 to obtain cubic
inches, (Liters
X 61.02 = Cubic Inch).
CUBIC INCHES TO LITERS: When changing cubic
inches to liters, multiply cubic inches times
0.01639 to
TORQUE REFERENCES
HEADMARKINGS-Head marking identificationshall
consist
of radial lines extending to the across flats top
circle. The identification shall be easily legible and
distinct from manufacturer's trade mark, but need not
be in any particular relation to the hexagon. The manu-
facturer's trade mark shall be legible, in the center
of
the bolt head, and not over % of the cross flats dimen-
sion.
HEAD
MARKINGS
GRADE3
I GRADE5 I GRADE8 I
1 80" 1 20" 60" PB2831
Fig. 3--Bolt Head Identification
obtain liters, (Cubic Inch X 0.01639 = Liters).
CUBIC CENTIMETERS TO LITERS: When changing
centimeters to liters divide by
1,000 simply by moving
the decimal point three figures to the left.
LITERS TO CENTIMETERS: When changing liters to
cubic centimeters, move the decimal point three figures
to the right.
MILES TO KILOMETERS: When changing miles to
kilometers, multiply miles times
1.609 to obtain kilom-
eters, (Miles
X 1.609 = Kilometers).
KILOMETERS TO MILES: When changing kilometers
to miles multiply kilometers times
0.6214 to obtain
miles, (Kilometers
X 0.6214 = Miles).
POUNDS TO KILOGRAMS: 1 lb. = .4536 Kg.
KILOGRAMS TO POUNDS: 1 Kg. = 2.2046 lbs.
BOLT TORQUE
SIZE GRADE 1 GRADE 5 GRADE 8
6-32 10 Above dotted line -in. Lbs.
8-32 12 Below dotted line -Ft. Lbs.
10-24 17
10-32 20
12-24 25
1/4-20 40 130 185
1/4-28 45 130 185
711 6-20
112-13
1/2-20
911 6-12
911 6-18
518-1
1
518-18
314-16
60
85
95
115
130
170
180
200
511 6-18
511 6-24
318-16 180
1 30 42
49
70
75
105
120
145
160
21
0
225
245
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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0-1
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
Page
ALTERNATOR.......................................................9
BATTERY... ...........................................................zyxwvutsrqponmlkjihgfedcbaZYXWVUTSRQPONMLKJIHGFEDCBA .9
BRAKES...............................................................24
CAPACITIES .......................................................... 4
CARBURETOR AIR CLEANERS.........................13
CARBURETOR CHOKE VALVE SHAFT............ 14
CERTIFIED CAR CARE...
...................................... 1
CHASIS LUBRICATION ...................................... 18
CLASSIFICATION OF LUBRICANTS
................... 2
CLUTCH LINKAGE
............................................ .24
COOLING SYSTEM .............................................. 7
CRANKCASE VENTILATION
SYSTEM ............. 15
DISTRIBUTORS....
.................................................. 9
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS ...................... 16
EMISSION CONTROL
ENGINE IDLE ADJUSTMENT
............................ 16
ENGINE
OIL FILTERS.........................................l 1
EXHAUST GAS FLOOR JET ............................. 12
FREQUENCY OF
OIL CHANGES ...................... 10
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS
............................... 27
FUEL
FILTERS ..................................................... 14
FUEL VAPOR STORAGE CANISTER
................ 13
SY STEM-MAINTENANCE ................................ 17
ENGINE OIL-SELECTION OF
............................ 9
CERTIFIED CAR CARE
Certified Car Care is a thorough servicing pro-
gram that helps make sure the cars you sell receive
the regular attention you know they need.
Certified Car Care helps build business for you in
the best way known-through customer satisfaction.
Inform your customers that the best approach to
trouble-free driving is Certified Car Care.
This is a practical plan to help you build up sales
and service volume, by providing regular service
customer visits.
SUMMARY OF LUBRICATION AND
MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Maintenance and lubrication service recommenda-
tions for Chrysler Corporation-built vehicles have
been compiled to provide maximum protection for
the car owner’s investment against all reasonable
types of driving conditions.
Since these conditions vary with the individual car
owner’s driving habits, the’area in which the car is
Page
HEADLIGHTS ........................................................ 9
HOISTING ............................................................. 5
HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM .......................... 25
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
... 2
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES.........................................................3
Normal Service..................................................3
Trailer Towing and Severe Service... ............ 4
MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVES...........12
MATERIALS ADDED TO ENGINE
OILS .......... 10
PARKING BRAKE MECHANISM
..................... 26
PARTS REQUIRING NO LUBRICATION
.......... 29
PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL
JOINTS..........
.................................................... 26
REAR
AXLES......................................................20
SPEEDOMETER CABLE ...................................... 28
STEERING GEAR....
............................................ 18
SUMMARY OF LUBRICATION AND
MAINTENANCE SERVICES
............................... 1
THROTTLE LINKAGE
......................................... 28
TIRES ................................................................... 26
TOWING
............................................................... 5
TRANSMISSION (Automatic) ........................... 23
TRANSMISSION
(Manual) ............................... 22
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
.......................... 28
operated and the type of service to which the car is
subjected, it is necessary to prescribe lubrication and
maintenance service
on a time frequency as well as
mileage interval basis.
Information pertaining to Lubrication and Mainte-
nance requirements is shown
on the guide (Fig. 1)
and on the Schedule.
Vehicles operating under severe service conditions
require more frequent service.
Component service information is included in each
unit under the heading “Trailer Tow and/or Severe
Service” for vehicles operating under one or more
of the following conditions:
(1) Police, Taxi and Limousine Operation
(2) Trailer Towing
(3) Operation of Vehicle:
(a)
In extremely dusty areas
(b)
50 percent or more of the time in heavy city
(c) Prolonged idling
(d) Extremely short run operation
(e) Commercial type operation
traffic in hot temperatures
(90 degrees or higher)
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0-2 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 8
CLASSIFICATION OF LUBRICANTS
Oils, lubricants and greases are classified and grad-
ed according to standards recommended by the
So-
ciety of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the American
Petroleum Institute (API) and the National Lubri-
cating Grease Institute (NLGI).
Engine Oil
The SAE grade number indicates the viscosity of
engine oils, for example, SAE
30, which is a single
grade oil. Engine oils are also identified by a dual
number, for example, SAE 1OW-30,which indicates
a multigrade oil.
The API classification system defines oil perform-
ance in terms of engine usage. Only engine oils de-
signed “For Service
SD or SE should be used.
These oils contain sufficient chemical additives to
provide maximum engine protection. Both the SAE
grade and the API designation must be found on
the container.
Gear 1 ubricants
The SAE grade number also indicates the viscosity
of Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricants.
The API classification system defines gear lubri-
cants in terms
of usage. An example is SAE 75,
which is a light viscosity lubricant. (Only gear lubri-
cants conforming to API GL-5 of the proper viscos-
ity are recommended).
Lubricants-Greases
Semi-solid lubricants, such as specified for suspen-
sion ball joints, bear the NLGI designation. They
are further classified as grades zyxwvutsrqponmlkjihgfedcbaZYXWVUTSRQPONMLKJIHGFEDCBA
“0” or “2.”
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
ALL MODELS
A
(1) FUEL VAPOR STORAGE CANISTER
(3) CRANKCASE DIPSTICK
(4) FUEL FILTER
(5) OIL FILL CAP
(6) EXHAUST GAS FLOOR JET
(7) CARBURETOR CHOKE SHAFT
(9) CRANKCASE INLET AIR CLEANER
(10) PCV VALVE
(11) OIL FILTER
(2) AIR INJECTION PUMP (8) MANIFOLD HEAT VALVE
(OTHER V8, OPPOSITE SIDE)
(OTHER V8,
LEFT FRONT)
PBlOlA
Fig. 1 - Lubrication and Maintenance Guide
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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0-3
Every 6 Months
When Necessary
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
SERVICE
Every 12 Months
Points thatShould Not Be Lubricated I I I
Vehicles equipped with Fresh Air Induction System
**Replace lining if necessary
***After First
24,000 Miles
tAlso
see 'VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM-MA1NTENANCE"
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0-4 LUBRICATION
ITEM
SERVICE
INTERVAL
i
Check Inspect
Fluid and/or
Page Replace Level Clean Lubricate
Service
Every 3 Months or
4,000 Miles, which-
CAPACITIES
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION
Engine "Cubic Inch Displacement" is identified
usingthe 5th Diget Letter Code on the "Vehicle
Identification Plate".
LETTER CODE
B = 198
M = 400-2BBL
C
= 225
E
= 6 Cyl. Spec. Order
G = 318
H = 340
K = 360
P = 4004BBL
T
= 440 STD
U = 440 HP
V = 440 52BBL
Z = 8 Cyl. Spec. Order
1I4
112
314
1
2
3
4
CONVERSIONTABLE
19. U.s,
1I4 5
318 6
518 7
314 8
1-314 '9
2-112 10
3-114 4.4
4-1I4
5
5-314
6-314
7-112
8-1I4
3-112
COOL1NG TRANSMISSION AXLE FUEL
ENGINE
Manual Manual With With With
CU.
In. Oil (1) Radiator Automatic 3Speed 4Speed Automatic 3Speed 4Speed ALL
198 4 qts. 13 qts. xx 17 pts. 6.5 pts.
- 2 pts. 2 pts.
- 16 gals.
4 qts. 13 qts. xx 17 pts. 6.5 pts.
- 2 pts. 2 pts.
- 16 gals.
318 4 qts. 16 qts. xx 17 pts. 4.75 pts.
- 2 pts. 4.4 pts.
- 16 gals.
340 4 qts. 15 qts. 16.3pts. 4.75pts. 7 pts. 4.4pts. 4.4pts. 4.4~~.16gals.
VALIANT
MODELS 225
BARRACUDA 225 4 qts 13 qts. xx 17 pts. 4.75 pts.
-
4.4 pts. 4.4 pts.
- 16.5 gals.
MODELS 318 4 qts. 16
qts. xxx 17 pts. 4.75 pts.
- 4.4 pts. 4.4 pts.
- 16.5 gals.
340 4 qts. 15 qts.AlC x 16.3 pts. 4.75 pts. 7.5 pts. 4.4 pts. 4.4 pts. 4.4 pts. 16.5gals.
MIC xxx
SATELLITE 225 4qts. 13qts. xx 17 pts. 6.5 pts.
- 2 pts. 2 pts. - 21 gals.
340 4 qts. 15 qts.AlC-Auto. Trans. x 16.3 pts. 4.75 7.5 4.4 pts. 4.4 pts. 4.4 pts. 21 gals.
MODELS 318 4 qts. 16 qts.AlC xxx 17 pts. 4.75 pts.
- 4.4 pts. 4.4 pts. - 21 gals.
MIC xxxxx
MIC xx
- -
400-2BBL 4 qts. 14%qts.A/C x 19 pts.
- - 4.4 pts.
400-4BBL 4qts. 14%qts. 16.3 pts. 4.75
- 4.4 pts. 4.4 pts. - 21 gals.
MIC xxx
- -
7.5 pts.
- -
5.5 pts. 21 gals.
4406BBL 6 qts. 17 qts. 19 pts.
- -
4.4 pts.
- - 21 gals.
Police-Taxi 225 4 qts 14 qts. 19 pts.
- -
4.4 pts.
- - 21 gals.
318 4qts. 18%qts. 19 pts.
- -
4.4 pts.
- - 21 gals.
400-4BBL 4qts l6qts. 16.3 ptS.
- -
4.4 pts.
- - 21 gals.
4qts 17qts.440
400-2BBL 4qts. 16qts. 19 pts.
- -
4.4 pts.
- - 21 gals.
440 4qts. 18 qts. 19 pts.
- -
4.4 pts.
- - 21 gals.
FURY 318 4 qts 16 qts.AlC xxx 17 pts. - - 4.4 pts. - - 23 gals.
360 4 qts. 16 qts.AlC 16.3 pts. - - 4.4 pts. - - 23 gals.
MODELS
4002BBL 4 qts. 14%qts.AlC x 19 pts.
- -
4.4 pts.
- - 23 gals.
440 4 qts. 15%qts.AlC xxx 19 pts.
- -
4.4 pts.
- - 23 gals.
440 H.P. 4 ats. 17 ats. 19
PtS.
- -
4.4 pts.
- - 23 gals.
MIC xxxxx
17 qts.MlC
MIC xxx
MIC xxxxx
Police-Taxi 225 4qts. 14 qts. 19 pts.
- - 4.4 pts. - - 23 gals.
318 4 qts. 17%qts.MlC xxx 17 pts. - - 4.4 pts. - - 23 gals.
360 4 qts. 17 qts. 16.3 pts.
- - 4.4 pts. - - 23 gals.
400-4BBL 4 qts. 15 qts.AlC-MlC
xxxx
16.3 pts.
- -
4.4 pts.
- - 23 gals.
440 4 qts. 17 qts. 19 pts.
- -
4.4 pts.
- - 23 gals.
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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0-5
ENGINE COOLING TRANSMISSION AXLE FUEL
Cu. In. Oil (1) Radiator
Manual Manual With With With
Automatic 3Speed
4Speed Automatic 3Speed
4Speed ALL
CHRYSLER 360 4 qts. 15%qts.A/C x +
MODELS MIC xxx 16.3 pts. - - 4.4 pts. - - 23 gals.
M/C xxx 19 pts. - - 4.4 pts. - - 23 gals.
440 4 qts. 17%qts. 19 pts. - - 4.4 pts. - - 23 gals.
IMPERIAL 440 4 qts. 17%qts. + 19 pts. - - 4.4 pts. - - 23 gals.
MODELS
400-2BBL 4 qts. 14%qts.A/C
x +
Power SteerinpALL-4 Pts.
(1) Add 1 quart when replacingfilter
x Add 1 pint for each x indicated in radiator column for M/C (Maximum Cooling) or A/C (Air Conditioning)
+ Add 1 % quarts when equipped with rear seat heater
HOISTING
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
(Fig.
2).
Conventional hydraulic hoists may be used after
determining that the adapter plates will make firm
contact with the lower control arms and the rear
axle housing.
Floor Jack
A regular floor jack may be used under the rear
axle housing, or under the front suspension lower
control arms,
however, a floor jack must never be
used on any parts of the underbody.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to raise one entire side
of the vehicle by placing
a jack midway between
front and rear wheels. This practice may result in
permanent damage to the body.
Bumper Jack
The bumpers are designed to accept a bumper jack
in an emergency,
if it becomes necessary to change
a tire on the road. Notches are provided in the
bumpers for the purpose of raising the vehicle with
the bumper jack.
TOWING
Ignition Key A vailable
Car may be towed if the gearshift or selector lever
is in neutral and the distance to be traveled does
not exceed
15 miles, or the towing speed does not
exceed
30 mph. If the transmission is not operative,
or the car is to be towed more than
15 miles, the
driveshaft must be disconnected or the car towed
with rear wheels
off the ground.
Ignition Key Not A vailable
On all models with column mounted gear selector
a rear pickup or driveshaft removal will be required
to tow the vehicle.
On Valiant, Barracuda and Satellite models with
floor mounted gearshift or selector lever, the trans-
mission may be shifted to neutral for towing.
NOTE: A “Steering Wheel Clamp” is required to
assure front wheel alignment if car is towed with
rear pickup while ignition is locked.
Front Rear Pickup
A towing sling (Holmes TS-100 Universal) or
equivalent type is recommended, in addition, de-
pending on model, spacing material
(2” x 4” and 4”
x 4” lumber) and padding (heavy cloth, carpet or
other material) may be required.
Lumber spacers should be fastened together se-
curely with nails or bolts, and wired or tied secure-
ly in position to the tow chains before lifting the
vehicle.
The following precautions should be taken when
towing any vehicle:
Remove exhaust tips and any other optional
equipment, except bumper guards, that interfere
with the towing sling. Padding should be placed be-
tween the bumper guards and towing sling to pre-
vent damage to rubber inserts, similar material
should be placed between the stone shield and the
sling to prevent scratches whenever contact cannot
be avoided.
When placing the tow hooks on the rear axle, pos-
ition hooks so as not to damage brake lines.
Do
not allow any of the towing equipment to
contact the fuel tank.
Vehicles are not to be towed by hooking on the
rear spring shackles, front brake strut, sway bar or
shock absorbers. It is recommended that cars be
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towed using the rear pickup.
ing hookup for each model.
Figures
3 through 10 show the recommended tow-
COOLING SYSTEM
The cooling system of all cars is protected against
corrosion and freezing as they leave the factory. A
permanent type anti-freeze is added to provide pro-
tection to
-20 degrees F. Higher percentages of anti-
freeze must be added where temperatures below
-20
degrees F. are anticipated.
All engines are equipped with
185 degree thermos-
tats and only permanent (ethylene glycol) type anti-
freeze should be used. Plain water or alcohol-base
anti-freezes should not be used because their boiling
points are too low.
Inspect coolant level every month and maintain coo-
lant level at approximately l-1/4 inches below the
bottom of the filler neck. Overfilling will cause loss
through the overflow tube.
Once a year, preferably in the fall, the cooling sys-
tem should be drained and refilled. This draining
and refilling procedure, however, need not be per-
formed until the fall following the vehicle’s first
full
year operation. Drain V-8 engine cooling system by
removing drain plugs in sides of cylinder block and
opening drain cock in lower radiator tank. On
6-cylinder engines, remove the single drain plug in
TOW
0AR
Fig. 3
PD253
- Front Towing Pickup - Valiant, Scamp, Duster
and Imperial Models (Typical)
PD254
Fig. 4 - Front Towing Pickup - Barracuda and
Satellite Models (Typical)
WOOD SPACERS PD255
Fig. 5 - Front Towing Pickup - Fury and Chrysler
Models (Typical)
PD256
Fig. 6 - Rear Towing Pickup - Valiant, Duster,
Satellite Regent, Fury Suburbans, Imperial and
Chrysler Models New Yorker, Tow
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fig. 7 - 1- Rear Towing Pickup - Scamp Models
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LIFT AGAINST FRAME RAILS BY FASTENING 4"X4"X36" WOODL
SPACER TO 4"X4"X44" WOOD SPACER IN POSITION SHOWN
PD259
Fig. 9 - Rear Towing Pickup - Satellite Custom
Models
right side of engine and open drain cock in lower
radiator tank.
Discard old solutions.
Flush the system thoroughly with water. If there
is an indication that the system contains a consider-
able amount
of sediment, use a reliable cooling sys-
tem cleaner to loosen the sediment. Rinse thorough-
ly to remove deposits.
At this time, check water pump belt tension and
check hose connections for tightness. Refill cooling
system with clean soft water and a suitable high,
quality ethylene glycol anti-freeze in sufficient quan-
tity to provide full protection for the lowest antici-
pated temperature, but never less than
44 percent of
the cooling system capacity to ensure adequate pro-
tection against corrosion and boiling. A convenient
ratio of
50% ethylene glycol type anti-freeze and
50% water will provide protection to -34 degrees F.
TOWING SLING
PD257
Fig. 8 - Rear Towing Pickup - Barracuda, Satellite,
Sebring and Road Runner Models (Typical)
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If it becomes necessary to add coolant during the
cold weather season, be sure the system contains
sufficient anti-freeze to provide protection at least to
-20 degrees F. A suitable high quality permanent
type anti-freeze, available under Part Number
2932531 or equivalent, should be used. When using
a high-quality anti-freeze coolant, it is not necessary
to add additional rust inhibitors or an anti-rust type
product.
If the vehicle is equipped with air conditioning,
the cooling system must contain anti-freeze coolant
all year-round. This is necessary because in the re-
heat cycle, cold, refrigerated air passes through the
heater core. Anti-freeze is necessary to prevent
coo-
lant in the heater core from freezing in hot weather
when the air conditioner is being used.
Chrysler Royal and Custom Models (Typical)
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ALTERNATOR
bearings, which require no periodic lubrication.
The alternator
is provided with prelubricated
BATTERY
Every two months, or more often in hot weather
and on long trips, check fluid level of cells. Restore
level to
3/8 inch above plates, using only water of a
known low mineral content. Do not overfill.
Check specific gravity, using a reliable hydrometer,
every 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs
first, or more often if there is excessive use of
water. Clean battery posts and cable terminals and
tighten terminals. Coat connections with light min-
eral grease or petrolatum.
Refer to “Electrical,” Group
8, for complete
servicing.
DISTRIBUTORS
The electronic distributor on cars so equipped
does not require periodic lubrication.
On standard distributors (Fig. 11) the cam and ro-
tor wick should be lubricated every 24,000 miles or
24 months when the points are replaced. The old
lubricant should be wiped
off the cam and a thin
film of distributor cam lubricant (such as Chrysler
Parts Number 1473595, or equivalent) applied. At
the same time, add one drop of light engine oil to
the felt rotor wick.
CAUTION: Avoid over-oiling and applying an ex-
cessive amount
of cam lubricant to prevent lubri-
cants from spreading to breaker contacts.
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Fig. I I - Distributor Lubrication Points
HEADLIGHTS
To assure correct adjustment of headlight aiming,
it is recommended that the headlights be checked
and,
if necessary, re-aimed properly every six
months.
Changes in front and rear suspension, such as
front suspension height and/or deflection of rear
springs, due to heavy loading, will change the head-
light beam pattern and may cause unsafe night time
driving conditions.
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 adjust-
ed to serve the new conditions. Refer to “Lighting
System,” Group
5, for adjusting procedures.
ENGINE OIL-SELECTION OF
For best performance and to provide for maxi-
mum 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
SD or SE’.
(b) Have the proper SAE grade number for the
expected ambient temperature range (Fig. 12).
Lubricants which do not have both an SAE grade
number and an
SD or SE Service classification on
the container
should not be used.
Oils used in our engines, labeled “For Service SD
or
SE’, should equal or exceed the Engine Oil Per-
formance Rating Sequence Tests for varnish, sludge
and rusting, when tested according to the methods
established by the car manufacturer.
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Fig. 12 - Shaded Area Covers Region Where
Minimum Temperatures May be Consistently Below
10 degrees E During Some Winter Mo
When outside temperatures are consistantly below
32 degrees F., SAE 1OW-30 or SAE 1OW-40 are re-
commended for ease in cold starting. However, even
in cold weather, these grades should not be used if
the vehicle is driven in competition or other forms
of maximum performance operation.
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0-10 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
Oil Viscosity Recommendations
Multigrades
SAE
2OW-50
SAE 2OW-40
SAE 1OW-40
or
SAE IOW-30
SAE 1OW-30
SAE 1OW-40
or
SAE 5W-30
or
SAE 5W-20
Single Grades
SAE
30
SAE 1OW
IMPORTANT:
Where temperatures are consistently
above +32" F.
Suitable for year long operation in
many parts of the
U.S.; may be used
where temperatures occasionally drop
as low as -10" F.
Recommended where minimum tem-
peratures are consistently below
+IO"F.
Where temperatures are consistently
above +32" F.
Where temperatures range between
+32"F. and -10°F.
If the vehicle is to be used for maxi-
mum performance service (very high speed or very
rapid acceleration), the engine requires heavier than
normal lubricating oil. This is due to the high
speeds, loads, and temperature of moving parts de-
veloped in these engines during this type of
operation.
FOR BEST PROTECTION OF THE ENGINE
UNDER THESE CONDITIONS THE HEAVIEST
AVAILABLE ENGINE OIL OF SD OR SE
QUALITY SHOULD BE USED THAT WILL
PERMIT SATISFACTORY COLD STARTING.
SAE
30 AND 40 ARE RECOMMENDED; MUL-
TI-VISCOSITY OILS SAE
2OW-40 AND SAE
2OW-50 MAY ALSO BE USED. IT IS ALSO RE-
COMMENDED THAT A ONE PINT CONTAIN-
ER OF CHRYSLER PARTS HIPERFORM-
ANCE OIL ADDITIVE, SULFURIZED ESTER,
PART NUMBER
3683842 OR EQUIVALENT, BE
ADDED TO THE CRANKCASE AT EVERY
ENGINE OIL CHANGE IN ADDITION TO
THE REGULAR CRANKCASE ENGINE OIL
FILL.
MATERIALS ADDED TO ENGINE OILS
It is not necessary to add any materials to crank-
case oils for most types of service. In order to pro-
vide optimum engine component protection in high
performance engines equipped with four-barrel and
three two-barrel carburetors; it is recommended that
one pint of Chrysler Parts Hi Performance Oil
Additive, Sulfurized Ester, Part Number
3683842 or
equivalent, be added at every oil change. It is
strongly recommended that this additive be added
to the initial oil
fill of these engines to aid break-in
following engine overhaul and/or new piston
installation. This material may be used in any
engine, but its use in high performance engines is
strongly recommended.
FREQUENCY OF ENGINE OIL CHANGES
The by products of combustion, such as unburned
fuel, condensation and carbon deposits, in addition
to dust and other abrasive materials, tend to con-
taminate engine oil. If permitted to remain in the
crankcase for too great a period of time, the con-
taminants reduce the lubricating qualities of the oil
causing excessive wear which can materially affect
the operating efficiency of the engine.
To provide maximum protection to engine parts, it
is recommended that engine oil be drained and re-
plenished with new oil of the proper viscosity and
API classification as follows:
NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
- The
engine oil should be changed every three months or
four thousand miles, whichever occurs first.
SEVERE OPERATING CONDITIONS
- Fre-
quent driving on dusty roads, in sandy geographic
areas, or unusually short trip driving in cold weath-
er may require oil changes more often than every
three months. Under these conditions, consult and
follow the advice of any Chrysler Motors Corpora-
tion Authorized Dealer's Service Manager.
SINE
- For police and limousine vehicles used prin-
cipally for highway type service (police highway pa-
trol operation or limousine service of
25 miles or
more between stations) oil should be changed every
three months or
4,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Change oil filter every other oil change.
For police, taxi and limousine vehicles used princi-
pally for urban type operation which usually in-
volves short trip operation and prolonged or fre-
quent periods of idling, oil should be changed every
two months or
2,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Change oil filter at each oil change.
When draining the old oil, it is recommended that
the engine be at normal operating temperature, as
the warmed oil will drain more readily and carry
with it foreign matter which might otherwise cling
to the sides of the crankcase and the various mov-
ing parts.
FLEET SERVICE
- POLICE, TAXI, LIMOU-
During Breok-In
Cars should be driven moderately during the first
300 miles. Speeds up to 50 to 60 mph are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle accelerations con-
tribute to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle accel-
erations in low gear can be detrimental and should
be avoided for at least
500 miles.
The crankcase oil installed in the engine at the
factory is a high quality lubricant, and
should be
retained until the first regularly scheduled three-
month or 4,000-mile oil change, whichever occurs
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Fig. 13 - Engine Oil Filter (6 Cylinder Engines)
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Fig. 15 - Engine Oil Filter (318 and 340 Cu. In.
Engines) Valiant Models
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Fig. 17 - Manifold Heat Control Valve (6 Cylinder
Engine)
first. If it becomes necessary to add oil during this
initial period, an oil with the “For Service
SD or
SE’ classification and of the proper viscosity grade
should be used.
Nondetergent or straight mineral
oils must never be used.
Oil level should be checked during each stop for
gasoline. Oil should be added only when level on oil
level indicator
is at or below “ADD OIL” mark.
Frequently, a new engine will consume some oil
during its first few thousand miles of operation.
This should be considered as a normal part of the
Fig. 14 - Engine Oil Filter (318, 340 and 360 Cu. In.
Fig.
16 - Engine Oil Filter (400 and 440 Cu. In.
Engines)
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Fig. 18 - Manifold Heat Control Valve (318, 340 and
360 Cu. In. Engines)
break-in and not interpreted as an indication of
difficulty.
ENGINE OIL FILTERS
All engines are equipped with full-flow, throwaway
oil filters (Figs.
13, 14, 15 and 16) to provide effi-
cient filtering of engine oil for maximum engine
protection.
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The filter should be changed every second oil
change (except as noted in “Frequency of Engine
Oil Changes”). Since the quality of replacement
fil-
ters varies considerably, only high quality filters
should be used to assure most efficient service.
Chrysler Parts Engine Oil Filter Part Number
1851658 or equivalent, is one of these and is
recommended.
NOTE: All Chrysler Corporation engines are
equipped with new “shorty” type, full-flow throwa-
way oil filters that are smaller in size and capacity
than the replacement type. This “shorty” type of
fil-
ter is not recommended for use as a filter replace-
ment in service. Only “full” size, full-flow throwa-
way replacement filters should be used at the filter
change interval specified.
Fig. 19 - Manifold Heat Control Valve (400, 440 Cu.
In. Engine)
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION FLOOR J
ING FUEL-AIR MlXT
INTAKE MANIFOLD
PD133
Fig. 20 - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Floor Jet.
MANIFOLD HEAT CONTROL VALVE
Freedom of movement of the heat control valve,
by removing lead deposits from the valve shaft
bearings, is assured by application of suitable
solvent. Such a solvent is available under Part
Number
3419129 Manifold Heat Control Solvent-
Penetrating Fluid.
Every six months, spray solvent on both ends of
valve shaft where it rotates in bushings (Figs.
17, 18
and 19). CAUTION: APPLY SOLVENT ONLY
WHEN MANIFOLD
IS COOL. Allow solvent to soak
a few minutes, then work valve shaft back and forth
until it moves freely.
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION FLOOR JET
(CALIFORNIA MODELS)
After first 24,000 miles of operation inspect the
floor jet (Fig.
20) for deposit build-up. With engine
off and carburetor air cleaner removed, hold choke
and throttle valves open. Using a flashlight, inspect
the floor jets visually through the carburetor. Con-
dition is satisfactory if passage in jet shows open
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Fig. 21 - Carburetor Air Cleaner (Dry Type)
path through orifice. If jet is plugged, remove jet,
clean and reinstall. The above inspection (and
service) procedure should be repeated every 12,000
miles.
NOTE: The floor jet is made of non-magnetic stain-
less steel, and the orifice section has a very thin
wall (about .020). Handle carefully.
Do not enlarge
the small hole in the floor jet. Install new jet if
necessary. Tighten floor jet to 25 foot-pounds
torque. Reinstall carburetor using new gasket if
needed. The above inspection procedure should be
repeated at 12,000 mile intervals. For proper jet size
refer to Engine Section, “Group 9”.
CARBURETOR AIR CLEANERS
Paper Element Type
The paper filter element (Figs. 21 or 22) in the air
cleaner should be inspected and cleaned every
twelve months and replaced
every two years, with
the following exceptions.
(a) Vehicles operated in extremely dusty areas.
(b) Vehicles with Fresh Air Induction System.
(c) Police, Taxi or Limousine.
For vehicles or type of service listed above, clean
and inspect filter element every engine oil change
and replace every year.
Disconnect the air cleaner hose at the air cleaner.
Remove cleaner from carburetor and remove filter
element from cleaner.
Examine filter element. If the filter element is sat-
urated with oil for more than one-half its
circumference, replace the element and check the
rest of the crankcase ventilating system for proper
functioning.
To clean the element, use compressed air by hold-
ing air nozzle at least two inches from inside screen
(Fig.
23). CAUTION: Do not use compressed air on
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LTER
AINER
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Fig. 22 - Carburetor Air Cleaner (Fresh Air System)
Fig.
23 - Cleaning Filter Element
outside surface of element as this will embed for-
eign matter in the element paper.
After cleaning, examine element for punctures.
Discard an element that has small pin-point
punctures. Examine soft plastic sealing rings on
both sides of element for smoothness and
uniformity.
At this time, also, service the Carburetor Choke
Valve Shaft and Fast Idle Cam as outlined.
Reassemble cleaner and install on carburetor.
Use a Chrysler Corporation filter element, or
equivalent, for replacement.
FUEL VAPOR STORAGE CANISTER
Every 12,000 miles or 12 months, whichever oc-
curs first, the fuel vapor storage canister (Fig.
24)
should be inspected and the filter element in the
base of the canister replaced with a new filter
element, Part Number
3577586, or equivalent. The
filter element should be replaced more often if the
vehicle is driven under dusty conditions.
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