Plymouth Savoy 1961 Operating manual

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SERVICE MANUALSERVICE MANUAL

SUPPLEMENTSUPPLEMENT

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This Plymouth Service Manual Supplement has been preparedThis Plymouth Service Manual Supplement has been prepared

to cover only changes affecting the servicing procedures of theto cover only changes affecting the servicing procedures of the

1961 model cars.1961 model cars.

For complete servicing of 1961 Plymouth cars, use the 1960For complete servicing of 1961 Plymouth cars, use the 1960

Plymouth Service Manual in conjunction with this supplement.Plymouth Service Manual in conjunction with this supplement.

For your convenience, the group numbering in this supple-For your convenience, the group numbering in this supple-

ment is arranged to correspond to that used in the 1960 Plymouthment is arranged to correspond to that used in the 1960 Plymouth

Service Manual. Each group contains the latest new informa-Service Manual. Each group contains the latest new informa-

tion concerning the servicing of the 1961 Plymouth cartion concerning the servicing of the 1961 Plymouth car

compc-compc-

nents, without repeating recommended procedures for previousnents, without repeating recommended procedures for previous

models. Specifications, special tools, torque reference andmodels. Specifications, special tools, torque reference and

service diagnosis, when they apply, appear in the individualservice diagnosis, when they apply, appear in the individual

group.group.

The procedures and specifications contained in this manualThe procedures and specifications contained in this manual

were in effect at the time the manual was approved for printing.were in effect at the time the manual was approved for printing.

Chrysler Corporation reserves the right to change proceduresChrysler Corporation reserves the right to change procedures

and specifications without notice and without incurring obliga-and specifications without notice and without incurring obliga-

tion.tion.

CHRYSLER CORPORATIONCHRYSLER CORPORATION

To obtain extra copies of this manual,To obtain extra copies of this manual,

Order by Number 81-571-0038Order by Number 81-571-0038

C H R Y S L E R C O R P O R A T I O NC H R Y S L E R C O R P O R A T I O N

PLYMOUTHPLYMOUTH ll DE SOT0DE SOT0 ll VALIANT DIVISIONVALIANT DIVISION

SSERERVIVICCE DEPE DEPAARTRTMENTMENT

DETDETRROOIT IT 31, MIC31, MICHIGHIGAANN

81.571403881.5714038

15M SD15M SD

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8.8.

 TO-840 TO-840

 LITHO LITHO

IN U.S.A.IN U.S.A.

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GROUP INDEXGROUP INDEX

ZOUPZOUP

TTIITTLLEE PPAAGGEE

 lu bric a t io n - M a i n t e na nce lu bric a t io n - M a i n t e na nce  33

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ccessoriesccessories

 Front Suspension Front Suspension

 A x l e - R e a r  A x l e - R e a r   1133

 B r a k e s B r a k e s  1166

 Clutch Clu tc h  1199

77 Cooling SystemCooling System  22 00

Electrical-InstrumentsElectrical-Instruments  22 55

Eng i n e - E n gin e O i lin gEng i n e - E n gin e O i lin g

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66 22

1111

 E x h a u s t E x h a u s t  8811

1313

Fr a m eF rame  88 22

1414

Fuel SystemFuel System  88 22

1616 PropellerPropeller

Shaft-Shaft-

11 0202

Universal JointsUniversal Joints

1717

Springs-Shock AbsorbersSprings-Shock Absorbers  103103

1919

 Stee r i n g Ge ars S t e e rin g Gea r s

2121

 Transmissions Transmissions  113113

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Whee l s - B e a rings - T i r e sWhee l s - B e a rings - T i r e s  142142

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Bod y - S h ee t Me t a lBo d y-S he et Me t a l  142142

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 Air Con ditio ning Air Con ditio ning

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1961 MODELS1961 MODELS

SAVOY (6SAVOY (6 Cyl.)Cyl.) RP1-LRP1-L(8 Cyl.)(8 Cyl.) RP2-LRP2-L

BELVEDERBELVEDERE (6 E (6 Cyl.) RCyl.) RPP11--M (8 M (8 Cyl.) RP2Cyl.) RP2-M-M

FURY (6 Cyl.)FURY (6 Cyl.) RP1-HRP1-H(8 Cyl.)(8 Cyl.) RP2-HRP2-H

PLYMOUTH VEHICLE NUMBERSPLYMOUTH VEHICLE NUMBERS

All vehicle numbers contain ten digits. The vehicleAll vehicle numbers contain ten digits. The vehicle

number is a code which tells the make of car (1stnumber is a code which tells the make of car (1st

digit), model of car (2nd digit), year built (3rd digit),digit), model of car (2nd digit), year built (3rd digit),

assembly plant (4th digit) and vehicle serial numberassembly plant (4th digit) and vehicle serial number

(last six digits).(last six digits).

VEVEHIHICLCL E E NUNUMBMBER ER LOLOCACATITI ONON The vehicleThe vehicle

number (serial number) is located on a plate whichnumber (serial number) is located on a plate which

it attached to the left front door hinge pillar post.it attached to the left front door hinge pillar post.

aa ENGINE NUMBER LOCATIONENGINE NUMBER LOCATION On 6 cylinderOn 6 cylinder

engines, the engine model, cubic inch displacement andengines, the engine model, cubic inch displacement and

manufacturing date are all stamped on top of a boss,manufacturing date are all stamped on top of a boss,

located on the right side of block opposite numberlocated on the right side of block opposite number

one cylinder next to the cylinder head. See illustration.one cylinder next to the cylinder head. See illustration.

On 318 cubic inch V-8 engines, the number is locatedOn 318 cubic inch V-8 engines, the number is located

on the left front face of the cylinder block in positionon the left front face of the cylinder block in position

“B” as shown. On 361 cubic inch V-8 engines, the“B” as shown. On 361 cubic inch V-8 engines, the

number is located on the right side of cylinder blocknumber is located on the right side of cylinder block

next to the water pump housing in position “A’.next to the water pump housing in position “A’.

BODY NUMBER LOCATIONBODY NUMBER LOCATION The body number isThe body number is

stamped on a plate attached to the engine side ofstamped on a plate attached to the engine side of

dash or front of radiator yoke.dash or front of radiator yoke.

1st Digit1st Digit 2nd Digit2nd Digit 33rrd d DDiiggiitt 44tth h DDiiggiitt

2-Plymouth2-Plymouth  (6(6 Cyl.)Cyl.)  1 . 1 . L o wL o w 66. . SSuubbuurrbbaann--MMeeddiiuumm 11996611  11.. DetroitDetroit

3-Pl3-P lymouymouthth ((88 CCyyll..)) 22.. MMeeddiiuumm 77. . SSuubbuurrbbaann--HHiigghh 55.. LLoos s AAnnggeelleess

33.. HHiigghh 88. . TTaaxxii 6.6.  N e w a r k N e w a r k

55.. S uSububurbarban-Ln-Lo wo w 99. . SSppeecciiaall 77.. VVaalllleey y PPaarrkk

GROUP 0GROUP 0

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCELUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Listed are the new Lubrication and MaintenanceListed are the new Lubrication and Maintenance pro-pro- NOTE: The rubber bushings used on theseNOTE: The rubber bushings used on these

cedures for the 1961 Plymouth cars. These newcedures for the 1961 Plymouth cars. These new cars are designed to grip the contactingcars are designed to grip the contacting

procedures also apply to the 1960 models whereprocedures also apply to the 1960 models where metal parts firmly and operate as a flexiblemetal parts firmly and operate as a flexible

applicable. All other Lubrication and Maintenanceapplicable. All other Lubrication and Maintenance medium between these parts. The use of anymedium between these parts. The use of any

remain the same as outlined in the 1960 Plymouthremain the same as outlined in the 1960 Plymouth lubricant will destroy the necessary frictionlubricant will destroy the necessary friction

Service Manual.Service Manual. and cause premature failure of the rubber.and cause premature failure of the rubber.

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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCELUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

CAPACITIESCAPACITIES

MMOODDEELL 6 6 CCyyll.. 8 8 CCyyll.. Golden CommandoGolden Commando

Crankcase (a) . . . . . . . . . .Crankcase (a) . . . . . . . . . .

Cooling (b) . . . . . . . . . . .Cooling (b) . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel Tank (c). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fuel Tank (c). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RR ee aa r r AA xx ll ee . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Tire Pressure (d)Tire Pressure (d)

4 4 qqttss.. 5 5 qqttss.. 5 5 qqttss..

113 3 qqttss.. 220 0 qqttss.. 116 6 qqttss..

220 0 ggaall.. 220 0 ggaall.. 20 gal.20 gal.

31/431/4

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 31/z 31/z

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 31/z 31/z

 pts. pts.

FF rr oo nn tt .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 2222 2244 2244

Rear. . . . . . . . . . . .Rear. . . . . . . . . . . . 2222 2222

((224 4 SSuubbuurrbbaann)) ((2244

SuErban)SuErban)

TransmissionsTransmissions

Torqueflite 8. . . .Torqueflite 8. . . .

Torqueflite 6. . . . . . . .Torqueflite 6. . . . . . . .

PowerFlite PowerFlite . . . . . . .. . . . . . .

M a n u a l 3 S p e e d ( S t a n d a r d V - 8 E n g . )M a n u a l 3 S p e e d ( S t a n d a r d V - 8 E n g . )

Manual 3 Speed (Golden Commando Eng.)Manual 3 Speed (Golden Commando Eng.)

Manual 3 Speed (6 Cylinder) . . . . . . .Manual 3 Speed (6 Cylinder) . . . . . . .

14 pts.14 pts.

5 pts.5 pts.

18 pts.18 pts.

20 pts.20 pts.

5 pts.5 pts.

21 pts.21 pts.

41/441/4

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(a) Add 1 qt. if filter is changed(a) Add 1 qt. if filter is changed (c) Suburbans 22 gallons(c) Suburbans 22 gallons

(b) Add 1 qt. for heater(b) Add 1 qt. for heater (d) 28 psi for fully loaded Suburban(d) 28 psi for fully loaded Suburban

Key To Lubrication and Maintenance ChartKey To Lubrication and Maintenance Chart

KeyKey

AA-Automatic Transmission Fluid Type “A”AA-Automatic Transmission Fluid Type “A”

Suffix “A’Suffix “A’

AF-Anti-freezeAF-Anti-freeze

AP-Air PressureAP-Air Pressure

C-Check Condition ofC-Check Condition of

CAC-Carburetor Air CleanerCAC-Carburetor Air Cleaner

CL-Chassis LubricantCL-Chassis Lubricant

DCL-Distributor Cam Lubricant-Part No. 1473595DCL-Distributor Cam Lubricant-Part No. 1473595

DPO-Dripless Penetrating Oil-Part No. 830669DPO-Dripless Penetrating Oil-Part No. 830669

EO-Engine OilEO-Engine Oil

EOF-Engine Oil FilterEOF-Engine Oil Filter

GL-4-For API Service GL-4 as defined by MIL-L-2105BGL-4-For API Service GL-4 as defined by MIL-L-2105B

HTF-High Temperature Heavy Duty Brake FluidHTF-High Temperature Heavy Duty Brake Fluid

Conforming to Conforming to SAE SAE 7ORl 7ORl and 70R3and 70R3

MCL-Speedometer Cable Lubricant Part No. 1243632MCL-Speedometer Cable Lubricant Part No. 1243632

ML-Lubriplate Part No. 1064768ML-Lubriplate Part No. 1064768

MP-Multi-Purpose Gear LubricantMP-Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant

MSO-MSO-  Speedometer Lubricating Oil Part No. 1265805 Speedometer Lubricating Oil Part No. 1265805

PSF-Power Steering Fluid Part No. 2084329PSF-Power Steering Fluid Part No. 2084329

RF-Reverse FlushRF-Reverse Flush

RR-Rust ResistorRR-Rust Resistor

S-Manifold Heat Control Valve Solvent Part No. 1879318S-Manifold Heat Control Valve Solvent Part No. 1879318

SC-Safety Check-Brakes, Steering, Exhaust, Wipers,SC-Safety Check-Brakes, Steering, Exhaust, Wipers,

Mirrors, Tires, Horn, Lights, GlassMirrors, Tires, Horn, Lights, Glass

KeyKey

SGL Sure-Grip Lubricant Part No. 1879414SGL Sure-Grip Lubricant Part No. 1879414

SSL-Stainless Stick Lubricant Part No. 1064769SSL-Stainless Stick Lubricant Part No. 1064769

UJl-UniversalUJl-Universal  Joint Lubricant No. 1 Joint Lubricant No. 1

UJ2-UniversalUJ2-Universal  Joint Lubricant No. 2 Joint Lubricant No. 2

UBM-Short Fiber Wheel Bearing Grease, MediumUBM-Short Fiber Wheel Bearing Grease, Medium

At THE FIRST 1,000 MILE SERVICEAt THE FIRST 1,000 MILE SERVICE

AND THEREAFTER ATAND THEREAFTER AT

2,000 MILE OR 2 MONTH INTERVALS2,000 MILE OR 2 MONTH INTERVALS

KeyKey

CL-Upper Ball Joints (2)CL-Upper Ball Joints (2)

CL-CL- Lower Ball Joints (2) Lower Ball Joints (2)

CL-Tie Rod Ball Ends (4)CL-Tie Rod Ball Ends (4)

CL-Clutch Torque Shaft (1)CL-Clutch Torque Shaft (1)

CL-Gearshift Tube and Lower Support Assembly (1)CL-Gearshift Tube and Lower Support Assembly (1)

MP or GL-4-Manual Steering Gear-Check LevelMP or GL-4-Manual Steering Gear-Check Level

PSF-Power Steering-Check LevelPSF-Power Steering-Check Level

EO-Parking Brake Linkage (Man. Trans.)EO-Parking Brake Linkage (Man. Trans.)

MP or GL-4-Rear Axle-Check LevelMP or GL-4-Rear Axle-Check Level

SGL-Rear Axle-Sure Grip-Check LevelSGL-Rear Axle-Sure Grip-Check Level

AA Automatic Transmission-Check LevelAA Automatic Transmission-Check Level

MP or GL-4-Manual Transmission-Check LevelMP or GL-4-Manual Transmission-Check Level

ML-Foot Operated Parking BrakeML-Foot Operated Parking Brake

EO-Distributor-Oil CupEO-Distributor-Oil Cup

DPO-Door Hinges and other hard to lubricate placesDPO-Door Hinges and other hard to lubricate places

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KeyKey

SSL-Door Lock Striker Plates, Dove Tail SurfacesSSL-Door Lock Striker Plates, Dove Tail Surfaces

S-Manifold Heat Control ValvesS-Manifold Heat Control Valves

ML-Door Check Arms, Hood Hinges, Hood LockML-Door Check Arms, Hood Hinges, Hood Lock

DPO-Door Lock AssemblyDPO-Door Lock Assembly

ML-Door Lock CylindersML-Door Lock Cylinders

ML-Deck Lid LockML-Deck Lid Lock

ML-License Plate Mounting Panel Springs and PinML-License Plate Mounting Panel Springs and Pin

DPO-Tail Gate HingesDPO-Tail Gate Hinges

ML-Tail Gate LocksML-Tail Gate Locks

SSL-Tail Gate Striker Plates, Dove Tail SurfacesSSL-Tail Gate Striker Plates, Dove Tail Surfaces

ML-Fuel Tank Access Cover Hinge and PinML-Fuel Tank Access Cover Hinge and Pin

EO-Engine Oil ChangeEO-Engine Oil Change

SC-lo-Point Safety CheckSC-lo-Point Safety Check

EO-Engine Ventilation Air CleanersEO-Engine Ventilation Air Cleaners

C-Tires-Air-Wear-Foreign MatterC-Tires-Air-Wear-Foreign Matter

C-Brake Lines and HosesC-Brake Lines and Hoses

HTF-Master Cylinder Check LevelHTF-Master Cylinder Check Level

EOF-Engine Oil Filter Change (First change atEOF-Engine Oil Filter Change (First change at

3000 miles)3000 miles)

AT 4,000 MILE INTERVALSAT 4,000 MILE INTERVALS

EOF-Engine Oil Filter ChangeEOF-Engine Oil Filter Change

AT 6,000 MILE INTERVALSAT 6,000 MILE INTERVALS

Rotate TiresRotate Tires

AT 10,000 MILE OR 12 MONTHAT 10,000 MILE OR 12 MONTH

INTERNALSINTERNALS

-Closed Crankcase Ventilation System---Closed Crankcase Ventilation System--

Disassemble and cleanDisassemble and clean

WBM-Front Wheel Bearings-Check Brake Lining,WBM-Front Wheel Bearings-Check Brake Lining,

Wheel Cylinders, HosesWheel Cylinders, Hoses

MSO-Speedometer-with tube and wick or oilerMSO-Speedometer-with tube and wick or oiler

MCL-SpeedometMCL-Speedometer er CableCable

EO-Distributor WickEO-Distributor Wick

DCL--Distributor CamDCL--Distributor Cam

ML-Gear Shift LeverML-Gear Shift Lever

AA-Automatic Transmission Maintenance andAA-Automatic Transmission Maintenance and

Fluid ChangeFluid Change

AT 15,000 MILE INTERVALSAT 15,000 MILE INTERVALS

CAC-Install New Carburetor Air Cleaner ElementCAC-Install New Carburetor Air Cleaner Element

AT 20,000 MILE OR TWO YEARAT 20,000 MILE OR TWO YEAR

INTERNALSINTERNALS

MP or GL-4-Drain and Refill Manual TransmissionMP or GL-4-Drain and Refill Manual Transmission

KeyKey

MP orMP or GL-4-DrainGL-4-Drain  and Refill Rear Axle and Refill Rear Axle

(SGL for Sure-Grip)(SGL for Sure-Grip)

UJlUJl Ball and Trunnion Universal Joint-Disassemble, Ball and Trunnion Universal Joint-Disassemble,

Clean, Inspect, RepackClean, Inspect, Repack

UJ2-CrossUJ2-Cross  and Roller Universal Joint-Disassemble, and Roller Universal Joint-Disassemble,

Clean, Inspect, RepackClean, Inspect, Repack

MP-Front Door Intrusion Guard PivotsMP-Front Door Intrusion Guard Pivots

1. ENG1. ENGINE VINE VENTENTILATILATINING G SYSSYSTTEMSEMS

All engines have an air cleaner on the cylinder headAll engines have an air cleaner on the cylinder head

cover to clean the incoming air. As optional equipment,cover to clean the incoming air. As optional equipment,

all engines (except in California) can be equippedall engines (except in California) can be equipped

with an air cleaner on the road-draft (outlet) tube.with an air cleaner on the road-draft (outlet) tube.

These air cleaners should be washed in kerosene andThese air cleaners should be washed in kerosene and

reoiled with SAE 30 engine oil at each 2,000 mile-2reoiled with SAE 30 engine oil at each 2,000 mile-2

month interval. In smog or dusty areas the air cleanersmonth interval. In smog or dusty areas the air cleaners

may need attention as often as 500 miles, and inmay need attention as often as 500 miles, and in

extremely dusty areas, almost daily.extremely dusty areas, almost daily.

California cars are equipped with a valve and tubeCalifornia cars are equipped with a valve and tube

extending from the cylinder head cover to the carbu-extending from the cylinder head cover to the carbu-

retor throttle body. The valve should be removed,retor throttle body. The valve should be removed,

disassembled and cleaned with carburetor cleaner P/Ndisassembled and cleaned with carburetor cleaner P/N

1643272 every 10,000 miles. When the car is used1643272 every 10,000 miles. When the car is used

constantly in short-haul driving or when the engineconstantly in short-haul driving or when the engine

idles for long periods of time, the valve will requireidles for long periods of time, the valve will require

more frequent attention,more frequent attention,

2. C2. CAARBRBURURETETOOR R AAIR CIR CLLEANEANERER

The carburetor air cleaner assembly should be re-The carburetor air cleaner assembly should be re-

moved from the carburetor, disassembled, cleaned andmoved from the carburetor, disassembled, cleaned and

reassembled at not longer than 5,000 mile intervals. Inreassembled at not longer than 5,000 mile intervals. In

smog or dusty areas, the assembly should be cleanedsmog or dusty areas, the assembly should be cleaned

more often. The cleaning element should be replacedmore often. The cleaning element should be replaced

every 15,000 miles or every third removal.every 15,000 miles or every third removal.

( 1) Remove the air cleaner from the carburetor as( 1) Remove the air cleaner from the carburetor as

an assembly.an assembly.

(2) Remove the cleaning element from the housing.(2) Remove the cleaning element from the housing.

(3) Gently blow the dirt from the element by hold-(3) Gently blow the dirt from the element by hold-

ing the compressed air nozzle at least two inches froming the compressed air nozzle at least two inches from

the inside screen and blowing outward.the inside screen and blowing outward.

(4) Blow the dirt out of the housing.(4) Blow the dirt out of the housing.

(5) Check the element for punctures, using a bright(5) Check the element for punctures, using a bright

light. Discard an element that is punctured.light. Discard an element that is punctured.

(6) Wipe the element suppo(6) Wipe the element support*plrt*plate ate free of dirt.free of dirt.

(7) Place the(7) Place the smallersmaller end of the elementend of the element insideinside

the turned-up edge of support plate in the housing.the turned-up edge of support plate in the housing.

The bottomThe bottom ofof the element must be inside thethe element must be inside the

flange.flange.

(8) Install the cover and tighten the wing nut se-(8) Install the cover and tighten the wing nut se-

curely.curely.

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3. MANUAL TRANSMISSION3. MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Check the lubricant level at 2,000 mile or two monthCheck the lubricant level at 2,000 mile or two month

intervals, each time the car is lubricated. Replenishintervals, each time the car is lubricated. Replenish

when the level is below the filler hole. Do not mix lubri-when the level is below the filler hole. Do not mix lubri-

cants. Drain and refill at 20,000 mile or 2 year intervals.cants. Drain and refill at 20,000 mile or 2 year intervals.

Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant or GL-4 Lubricant re-Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant or GL-4 Lubricant re-

quires: SAE 80 above -10°F. and SAE 75 below -10°F.quires: SAE 80 above -10°F. and SAE 75 below -10°F.

Automatic Transmission Fluid, Type “A”, Suffix “A’Automatic Transmission Fluid, Type “A”, Suffix “A’

may be used as a field option for all climates.may be used as a field option for all climates.

4. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS4. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS

The procedures for performing the 10,000 mile main-The procedures for performing the 10,000 mile main-

tenance service (or filling after reconditioning) aretenance service (or filling after reconditioning) are

not changed but the amount of fluid used in the proc-not changed but the amount of fluid used in the proc-

ess varies us follows.ess varies us follows.

Use five quarts in all automatic transmissions as theUse five quarts in all automatic transmissions as the

initial fill before starting the engine.initial fill before starting the engine.

After the engine has run at idle for two minutes andAfter the engine has run at idle for two minutes and

each push button has been depressed at least for twoeach push button has been depressed at least for two

seconds, add one quart to the TorqueFlite 6 and threeseconds, add one quart to the TorqueFlite 6 and three

quarts to PowerFlite or TorqueFlite transmissions.quarts to PowerFlite or TorqueFlite transmissions.

Final addition of fluid should not bring the levelFinal addition of fluid should not bring the level

above the “Add One Pint” mark. For PowerFlite theabove the “Add One Pint” mark. For PowerFlite the

level can level can be 1be 1//22 inch below this mark: for inch below this mark: for TorqueFliteTorqueFlite

11//44 inch below and for Torinch below and for TorqueFlitqueFlite 6 the level can bee 6 the level can be

inch below the “Add One Pint” mark.inch below the “Add One Pint” mark.

5. REAR AXLE (Except Sure-Grip)5. REAR AXLE (Except Sure-Grip)

Check the lubricant level at each 2,000 mile or twoCheck the lubricant level at each 2,000 mile or two

month interval when the lubricant is at operating tem-month interval when the lubricant is at operating tem-

perature. Replenish when the level is below the fillerperature. Replenish when the level is below the filler

hole.hole.

The approved lubricants are Multi-Purpose lubricantsThe approved lubricants are Multi-Purpose lubricants

designated for API Service GL-4 as defined bydesignated for API Service GL-4 as defined by MIL-L-MIL-L-

21052105B: B: SAE 90 fSAE 90 for tempeor temperatures ratures above above --1O--1O’F; ’F; SASAE 80E 80

for temperatures belowfor temperatures below

-1O’F;-1O’F;

 SAE 75 for temperatures SAE 75 for temperatures

below -30-F.below -30-F.

Drain and refill at 20,000 mile or two year intervals.Drain and refill at 20,000 mile or two year intervals.

6. SURE-GRIP DIFFERENTIAL6. SURE-GRIP DIFFERENTIAL

Rear axles equipped with Sure-Grip differentials re-Rear axles equipped with Sure-Grip differentials re-

quire Sure-Grip Lubricant P/N 1879414. This is an all-quire Sure-Grip Lubricant P/N 1879414. This is an all-

temperature lubricant which should be drained andtemperature lubricant which should be drained and

refilled at 20,000 mile or two year intervals.refilled at 20,000 mile or two year intervals.

7. DOOR LOCK CYLINDERS7. DOOR LOCK CYLINDERS

Place a small amount of Lubriplate on the notchedPlace a small amount of Lubriplate on the notched

edge of the key. Rotate the lock cylinder several times.edge of the key. Rotate the lock cylinder several times.

Pull key out and wipe off excess grease. Repeat thisPull key out and wipe off excess grease. Repeat this

procedure until the key comes out of the cylinder clean.procedure until the key comes out of the cylinder clean.

8. DOOR LOCK INTRUSION GUARDS8. DOOR LOCK INTRUSION GUARDS

At 20,000 mile or two-year intervals, remove theAt 20,000 mile or two-year intervals, remove the

front door trim pads and apply Lubriplate to the in-front door trim pads and apply Lubriplate to the in-

trusion guard pivots. While the trim pad is off, inspecttrusion guard pivots. While the trim pad is off, inspect

the vacuum tubing and other parts inside the door.the vacuum tubing and other parts inside the door.

9. POWER STEERING9. POWER STEERING

Use Power Steering Fluid, P/N 2084329Use Power Steering Fluid, P/N 2084329 ONLY.ONLY. ThisThis

fluid is to be used throughout all temperature ranges.fluid is to be used throughout all temperature ranges.

10. PREPARATION OF NEW CARS10. PREPARATION OF NEW CARS

FOR STORAGEFOR STORAGE

Proper protection of new cars not scheduled for im-Proper protection of new cars not scheduled for im-

mediate delivery is important to prevent possible fu-mediate delivery is important to prevent possible fu-

ture difficulty and owner dissatisfaction.ture difficulty and owner dissatisfaction.

When a car is placed in temporary storage, the en-When a car is placed in temporary storage, the en-

gine working parts are subject to corrosion and rustgine working parts are subject to corrosion and rust

formation within a short time due to condensation. Thisformation within a short time due to condensation. This

can result in sticking of valves, tappets and rockercan result in sticking of valves, tappets and rocker

arms and also cause excessive piston ring and valvearms and also cause excessive piston ring and valve

guide wear.guide wear.

To prevent these conditions, the following storageTo prevent these conditions, the following storage

preparations should be performed :preparations should be performed :

Regardless of the length of time a car is to be stored,Regardless of the length of time a car is to be stored,

the cooling system should be checked for leaks. Bethe cooling system should be checked for leaks. Be

sure that sufficient anti-freeze solution is provided tosure that sufficient anti-freeze solution is provided to

protect against temperature variations during the stor-protect against temperature variations during the stor-

age period. A minimum concentration of 20% glycolage period. A minimum concentration of 20% glycol

anti-freeze (freezing pointanti-freeze (freezing point

+15”+15”

 F.) is required for F.) is required for

rust protection.rust protection.

STORAGE FOR 30 DAYS OR LESSSTORAGE FOR 30 DAYS OR LESS of carsof cars

which can be driven from one location to another, notwhich can be driven from one location to another, not

in excess of 2 to 3 miles:in excess of 2 to 3 miles:

( 1) Add one can (6 oz.) of Fuel Detergent and( 1) Add one can (6 oz.) of Fuel Detergent and

Valve Lubricant in the gas tank for each five gallonsValve Lubricant in the gas tank for each five gallons

of gas.of gas.

(2) Operate engine with this mixture for five min-(2) Operate engine with this mixture for five min-

utes at approximately 1000 r.p.m.utes at approximately 1000 r.p.m. NOTE: NNOTE: NOO addi- addi-

tional treatment is required when car is re-tional treatment is required when car is re-

turned to storage after moving from one loca-turned to storage after moving from one loca-

tion totion to another.another.

(3) Check and recharge battery if specific gravity(3) Check and recharge battery if specific gravity

is 1.230 or less.is 1.230 or less.

STORAGE OVER 30 DAYSSTORAGE OVER 30 DAYS when engine willwhen engine will

not be started during storage period.not be started during storage period.

(1) Add one can (6 oz.) of Fuel Detergent and(1) Add one can (6 oz.) of Fuel Detergent and

Valve Lubricant to each five gallons of gas in theValve Lubricant to each five gallons of gas in the

tank. Also, add one can (16 oz.) of Crankcase De-tank. Also, add one can (16 oz.) of Crankcase De-

tergent and Rust Inhibitor to the crankcase oil.tergent and Rust Inhibitor to the crankcase oil.

0101

aerate engine for five minutes as outlined above.aerate engine for five minutes as outlined above.

(2(2

))

 Drain fuel tank and operate engine until car- Drain fuel tank and operate engine until car-



ACCESSORIESACCESSORIES 77

buretor runs dry.buretor runs dry. NOTE: ThisNOTE: This operation aidsoperation aids inin

preventingpreventing the carburetor from being con-the carburetor from being con-

taminated with gums thattaminated with gums that normally formnormally form inin

gasolinegasoline as a result of prolonged exposure toas a result of prolonged exposure to

oxygen in the air.oxygen in the air.

(3) Remove spark plugs and pour two ounces of(3) Remove spark plugs and pour two ounces of

Crankcase Detergent and Rust Inhibitor into each cyl-Crankcase Detergent and Rust Inhibitor into each cyl-

inder through spark plug openings. Turn the engineinder through spark plug openings. Turn the engine

several revolutions with starter to distribute oil on theseveral revolutions with starter to distribute oil on the

cylinder walls, and reinstall spark plugs.cylinder walls, and reinstall spark plugs.

(4) Remove cylinder head covers. Using a clean(4) Remove cylinder head covers. Using a clean

paint spray gun with dry air, coat rocker arms andpaint spray gun with dry air, coat rocker arms and

shaft, valve springs, push rods and valve stems withshaft, valve springs, push rods and valve stems with

Crankcase Detergent and Rust Inhibitor.Crankcase Detergent and Rust Inhibitor.

STORAGE FOR 60 DAYS OR MORESTORAGE FOR 60 DAYS OR MORE is con-is con-

sidered long term, requiring additional preparation.sidered long term, requiring additional preparation.

The The following following procedure procedure is is very very important.important.

(1) Protect engine and fuel system as outlined(1) Protect engine and fuel system as outlined

above inabove in STORAGE OVER 30 DAYS,STORAGE OVER 30 DAYS, steps 1steps 1

through 4. The car should be completely lubricatedthrough 4. The car should be completely lubricated

and the fluid checked in the transmission, rear axleand the fluid checked in the transmission, rear axle

and steering gear for recommended level. For great-and steering gear for recommended level. For great-

est protection car should not be moved or operatedest protection car should not be moved or operated

after preparations are completed.after preparations are completed.

(2) Place car on blocks to relieve weight on tires.(2) Place car on blocks to relieve weight on tires.

Replace missing valve caps, clean oil or grease fromReplace missing valve caps, clean oil or grease from

tires and maintain recommended inflation pressure.tires and maintain recommended inflation pressure.

NOTE: If car cannot be blocked up, checkNOTE: If car cannot be blocked up, check

tire pressure frequently and maintain attire pressure frequently and maintain at

recommended pressure.recommended pressure. Avoid weight on tires onAvoid weight on tires on

one position only. Do not store near direct sunlight orone position only. Do not store near direct sunlight or

other heat sources. Painting tires does not provide pro-other heat sources. Painting tires does not provide pro-

tection against deterioration. Do not store cars neartection against deterioration. Do not store cars near

electrical devices such as motors or switches. Theseelectrical devices such as motors or switches. These

are an active source of are an active source of ozone, a major cause of rubberozone, a major cause of rubber

aging and checking. The same applies to gasolineaging and checking. The same applies to gasoline

and lubricants, which emit rot-producing vapors.and lubricants, which emit rot-producing vapors.

(3) Check and fill the master cylinder if necessary,(3) Check and fill the master cylinder if necessary,

to the proper level with Super Brake Fluid. Work theto the proper level with Super Brake Fluid. Work the

brake pedal several times every 20 to 30 days to avoidbrake pedal several times every 20 to 30 days to avoid

sticking of cylinder pistons and cups.sticking of cylinder pistons and cups.

(4) Block standard transmission clutch pedal down(4) Block standard transmission clutch pedal down

to the floor board in a completely released positionto the floor board in a completely released position

to avoid the clutch disc sticking to the flywheel or pres-to avoid the clutch disc sticking to the flywheel or pres-

sure plate.sure plate.

(5) Remove the battery-check and recharge if(5) Remove the battery-check and recharge if

the specific gravity is 1.230 or less. Place in storagethe specific gravity is 1.230 or less. Place in storage

and recharge every 30 days to prevent sulphation. Beand recharge every 30 days to prevent sulphation. Be

sure the electrolyte level covers the plates. To avoidsure the electrolyte level covers the plates. To avoid

freezing, the temperature in the storage area shouldfreezing, the temperature in the storage area should

be maintained above 32 degrees F.be maintained above 32 degrees F.

(6) Close windows and other openings regardless of(6) Close windows and other openings regardless of

whether the car is stored outdoors or indoors to pre-whether the car is stored outdoors or indoors to pre-

vent entry of dust. Cover exposed bright surfaces in-vent entry of dust. Cover exposed bright surfaces in-

cluding body mouldings, door handles, name plates,cluding body mouldings, door handles, name plates,

medallions, etc. with Chromium Protector Wax. If waxmedallions, etc. with Chromium Protector Wax. If wax

is accidentally applied over paint, it can be removedis accidentally applied over paint, it can be removed

by wiping with a soft lint-free cloth dampened withby wiping with a soft lint-free cloth dampened with

white unleadedwhite unleaded gasoline.gasoline.

(7) Remove the factory-installed plastic seat covers(7) Remove the factory-installed plastic seat covers

to prevent the possibility of staining the upholstery dueto prevent the possibility of staining the upholstery due

to condensation. If it is necessary to store cars out-to condensation. If it is necessary to store cars out-

doors, cover seat cushions and backs with heavydoors, cover seat cushions and backs with heavy

paper to prevent fading from sunlight. This also appliespaper to prevent fading from sunlight. This also applies

to inside storage if the car interior is partially exposedto inside storage if the car interior is partially exposed

to sunlight. Protect from extremely strong sunlight byto sunlight. Protect from extremely strong sunlight by

taping heavy paper over all windows.taping heavy paper over all windows.

NOTE: When a car is removed from storage,NOTE: When a car is removed from storage,

it will not be necessary to remove the deter-it will not be necessary to remove the deter-

gent oils previously installed in the engine.gent oils previously installed in the engine.

This oil is a lubricant and will readily mixThis oil is a lubricant and will readily mix

with engine oil.with engine oil.

GROUP 1GROUP 1

ACCESSORIESACCESSORIES

The The windshield windshield wiper wiper is is equipped equipped with with blades blades thatthat

have a replaceable rubber filler, when the rubber ishave a replaceable rubber filler, when the rubber is

deteriorated, it is no longer necessary to replace thedeteriorated, it is no longer necessary to replace the

complete blade assembly.complete blade assembly.

All other accessories installed on 1961 PlymouthAll other accessories installed on 1961 Plymouth

cars remain the same as those used on the 1960 models.cars remain the same as those used on the 1960 models.

Complete servicing procedures can be obtained byComplete servicing procedures can be obtained by

referring to the 1960 Plymouth Service Manual.referring to the 1960 Plymouth Service Manual.

1. WINDSHIELD WIPER ‘BLADE1. WINDSHIELD WIPER ‘BLADE

FILLER REPLACEMENTFILLER REPLACEMENT

RemovalRemoval

( 1) Raise the wiper blade approximately 6 inches( 1) Raise the wiper blade approximately 6 inches

from the windshield and tilt the blade to expose thefrom the windshield and tilt the blade to expose the

arm and blade lock under the wiper arm (Fig. 1).arm and blade lock under the wiper arm (Fig. 1).

(2) Depress the lock lever and disengage the blade(2) Depress the lock lever and disengage the blade

assembly from the wiper arm.assembly from the wiper arm.



88 ACAC CCESESSSOORRIESIES



f f ‘‘\\

WIPER ARMWIPER ARM

 //

.k.k

WIPER BLADEWIPER BLADE

K N O BK N O B

1212

61 xl 4261 xl 42

Fig. l-wiper Arm and Blade (Disassembled)Fig. l-wiper Arm and Blade (Disassembled)

(3) Holding the blade assembly at the center, de-(3) Holding the blade assembly at the center, de-

press one of the small plastic knobs (Fig. 1).press one of the small plastic knobs (Fig. 1).

(4) With knob depressed, slide the bracket off of(4) With knob depressed, slide the bracket off of

the tension arm and rubber filler.the tension arm and rubber filler.

(5) Withdraw wiper filler from remaining bracket(5) Withdraw wiper filler from remaining bracket

and tension arm assembly. Discard old rubber filler.and tension arm assembly. Discard old rubber filler.

installationinstallation

(1) Insert the new filler into the clamps of the(1) Insert the new filler into the clamps of the

bracket and tension arm assembly.bracket and tension arm assembly.

(2) Slide the mating bracket over the end of the rub-(2) Slide the mating bracket over the end of the rub-

ber filler.ber filler.

(3) With the plastic knob depressed, engage the(3) With the plastic knob depressed, engage the

end of the tension arm into the slots of the bracket andend of the tension arm into the slots of the bracket and

release the knob.release the knob.

(4) Elevate the end of the wiper arm from the wind-(4) Elevate the end of the wiper arm from the wind-

shield and holding the lock lever depressed, engageshield and holding the lock lever depressed, engage

the wiper blade slot over the pivot pin of the wiperthe wiper blade slot over the pivot pin of the wiper

arm.arm.

(5) Release the lock lever and lower blade and arm(5) Release the lock lever and lower blade and arm

assembly to the windshield.assembly to the windshield.

2. W2. WIPER IPER AARM ADJRM ADJ USUSTTMENTMENT

(1) Operate wiper and observe travel and parking(1) Operate wiper and observe travel and parking

position of wiper blade.position of wiper blade.

(2) Loosen wiper arms at pivots.(2) Loosen wiper arms at pivots.

(3) Operate motor several times and turn off wiper(3) Operate motor several times and turn off wiper

switch (Do not use ignition switch), this permits motorswitch (Do not use ignition switch), this permits motor

to stop at normal parking position.to stop at normal parking position.

(4) Position wiper blades at the lower windshield(4) Position wiper blades at the lower windshield

moulding and tighten pivot nuts. (Variable speedmoulding and tighten pivot nuts. (Variable speed

motors only).motors only).

(5(5 jj For single speed motors position wiper bladesFor single speed motors position wiper blades

one inch above moulding and tighten pivot nuts.one inch above moulding and tighten pivot nuts.

(6) Operate wipers and observe travel of both(6) Operate wipers and observe travel of both

blades.blades.

(7) Wet windshield and again operate blades and(7) Wet windshield and again operate blades and

observe wiping pattern.observe wiping pattern.

3. RADIO 3. RADIO CCOONDENSNDENSER ER INSTINSTAALLLLAATTIOIONN

With the use of thermal instrument gauges, a newWith the use of thermal instrument gauges, a new

voltage limiter is mounted on the rear of the instrumentvoltage limiter is mounted on the rear of the instrument

cluster. The voltage limiter reduces battery voltage tocluster. The voltage limiter reduces battery voltage to

approximately 5.0 volts by the means of vibrator points.approximately 5.0 volts by the means of vibrator points.

The The high high senssensitiitivitvity y of of the the radiradio o may may picpick k up up the the arc-arc-

ing of these points and the ing of these points and the addition, of a condenseraddition, of a condenser

will absorb this arcing or static.will absorb this arcing or static.

ThTh e e momounun titi ng ng brbr acackeke t t of of thth e e coco ndnd enen seser r is is slsl otottete dd

and may be inserted under the head of the attachingand may be inserted under the head of the attaching

screw (Fig. 2) without removing the voltage limiter.screw (Fig. 2) without removing the voltage limiter.

The The wire wire lead lead of of the the condenscondenser er is is attacattached hed to to the the prpro-o-

vided output post of the limiter.vided output post of the limiter.

Figures 3 and 4 shows the schematic wiring dia-Figures 3 and 4 shows the schematic wiring dia-

grams for the two model radios.grams for the two model radios.

VOL T AGE LIM IT ERVOLTA GE LIM IT ER

ON REAR OFON REAR OF

NT NT CC LL U S T E R)U ST E R )

CONbENSERCONbENSER

FFig. 2-Radio Cig. 2-Radio C ondeonde nser nser InstInstallaalla tiontion

61X32861X328



ACACCCESESSSOORRIEIESS 99





1010 FRFROONT NT SUSUSPSPENSIOENSIONN

Fig. Fig. 4-Ra4-Radio dio WiriWiring Dng Diagriagram (am (ModeModell 109)109)

GROUP 2GROUP 2

FRONT SUSPENSIONFRONT SUSPENSION

The Service Procedures for the Front SuspensionThe Service Procedures for the Front Suspension

Group remain the same as those shown in the 1960Group remain the same as those shown in the 1960

Plymouth Service Manual with the following excep-Plymouth Service Manual with the following excep-

tions :tions :

Front Suspension Height has been changed to 2%Front Suspension Height has been changed to 2%

inches on Suburbans and cars equipped with heavyinches on Suburbans and cars equipped with heavy

duty springs.duty springs.

When installing the torsion bar, be sure the rearWhen installing the torsion bar, be sure the rear

anchor is positioned approximately 60 degrees downanchor is positioned approximately 60 degrees down

from the horizontal (at 4 o’clock position) then engagefrom the horizontal (at 4 o’clock position) then engage

front end of torsion bar in hex opening of lower con-front end of torsion bar in hex opening of lower con-

trol arm until full contact of torsion bar and lower con-trol arm until full contact of torsion bar and lower con-

trol arm shaft is made. Install lock ring in rear of reartrol arm shaft is made. Install lock ring in rear of rear

anchor, then move torsion bar rearward until it con-anchor, then move torsion bar rearward until it con-

tacts the lock ring. After installing adjusting bolts, seattacts the lock ring. After installing adjusting bolts, seat

and swivel, adjust Front Suspension Height as neces-and swivel, adjust Front Suspension Height as neces-

sary.sary.

Figure 1 shows an exploded view of the Front Sus-Figure 1 shows an exploded view of the Front Sus-

pension.pension.

MODELS . . . , , . . . . .MODELS . . . , , . . . . .

STEERING AXIS INCLINATION.STEERING AXIS INCLINATION.

C A M B E R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C A M B E R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CASTER (Manual Steering) . .CASTER (Manual Steering) . .

(Power Steering) . .(Power Steering) . .

TOE-IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TOE-IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SPEClFlCATlONSSPEClFlCATlONS

RP1-RP2RP1-RP2

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. , , . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . .. , , . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 sl/z” sl/z”

toto

71/2”71/2”

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 . . .. LeftLeft



‘/2”‘/2”



1/d”1/d”



(+(+



‘/2”‘/2”

Preferred)Preferred)

RightRight

+1/4O+1/4O



1/4’1/4’



+1/4’+1/4’

 Preferred) Preferred)

. . . . . , . . . . . . . .. . . . . , . . . . . . . .



Y2”Y2”



ILIL



Y2”Y2”

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 + + “1“1



?h”?h”

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 &&

inch toinch to

inchinch

(l/s(l/s

 inch Preferred) inch Preferred)



FRFROONT NT SUSSUSPENSIOPENSIONN  1111

SPECIFICATIONS (Cont’d)SPECIFICATIONS (Cont’d)

TOE-OUT ON TURNS.TOE-OUT ON TURNS. . . . .. . . .

 211,~” 211,~”



(Al’)(Al’)

 Inner Wheel, Inner Wheel,

When Outer Wheel isWhen Outer Wheel is

20”20”

TREADTREAD

Front . . . . . . . . .Front . . . . . . . . .

Rear. . . .Rear. . . .

W H E E L B A S E ( I n c h e s )W H E E L B A S E ( I n c h e s )

Suburban Models (Inches),Suburban Models (Inches),

C - 4 8 5 .C - 4 8 5 .

c-3409..c-3409..

c-3479.c-3479.

c-3553..c-3553..

C - 3 5 5 6 .C - 3 5 5 6 .

C-3560..C-3560..



60.960.9

.................... ,, . . . .. . . . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 5599..77

............................................................ 118118

.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 122122

SPECIAL TOOLSSPECIAL TOOLS

Torque Wrench--Foot PoundsTorque Wrench--Foot Pounds

Gauge-Camber and CasterGauge-Camber and Caster

G a u g e a n d S c r i b e r - T o e - I nG a u g e a n d S c r i b e r - T o e - I n

Remover and Installer-Shock Absorber Lower BushingRemover and Installer-Shock Absorber Lower Bushing

(All Models)(All Models)

Installer-Lower Control Arm BushingInstaller-Lower Control Arm Bushing

Wrench (socket)- Ball Joint Assembly to Upper andWrench (socket)- Ball Joint Assembly to Upper and

Lower Control ArmLower Control Arm

C-3564 .C-3564 .

C - 3 6 0 8 .C - 3 6 0 8 .

C - 3 6 6 9C - 3 6 6 9

C-3675 .C-3675 .

C - 3 6 9 6C - 3 6 9 6

c-3710 . .c-3710 . .

(All Models)(All Models)

DDDD--434355.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. TTururnntatabble le ~-~-WhWheeeel l AAlliiggnniinngg

SPSP-3-323233A3A.. .. .. .. .. .. .. AdAdapapteter-r-UUse se wiwith th ToTool Col C-3-3666699

Remover-Ball Joint Stud (All Models)Remover-Ball Joint Stud (All Models)

Gauge-Front End Height and LevelGauge-Front End Height and Level

Remover and Installer-Upper Control Arm BushingRemover and Installer-Upper Control Arm Bushing

Wrench, Camber and Caster Adjusting (long)Wrench, Camber and Caster Adjusting (long)

Wrench, Camber and Caster Adjusting (short)Wrench, Camber and Caster Adjusting (short)

Upper Control Arm Bushing Remover and InstallerUpper Control Arm Bushing Remover and Installer

TORQUE REFERENCETORQUE REFERENCE

Ball Joint in Control Arms.Ball Joint in Control Arms. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..

Lower Ball Joint Stud.Lower Ball Joint Stud. ............................................................................................

Upper Ball Joint StudUpper Ball Joint Stud . .. . .. . .. . . .. . . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. .

Lower Control ArmLower Control Arm

Bumper Nut.Bumper Nut. ....................................................................................................

Shaft Nut OuterShaft Nut Outer

3/i.3/i.

........................................................................................

InnerInner

s/8.s/8.

........................................................................................

Strut Bolt Nut.Strut Bolt Nut. ..................................................................................................

Strut Bushing Nut.Strut Bushing Nut. ..........................................................................................

Upper Control ArmUpper Control Arm

Bumper Nut.Bumper Nut. ....................................................................................................

Support Bracket Cam Bolt NutSupport Bracket Cam Bolt Nut ....................................................................

Sway Eliminator ShaftSway Eliminator Shaft

Cushion Retainer Bolt Nut.Cushion Retainer Bolt Nut. ............................................................................

Frame Bracket Screw.Frame Bracket Screw. ....................................................................................

Link Nut.Link Nut. . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . .. . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . ..

Front Shock AbsorberFront Shock Absorber

Upper Mounting Nut.Upper Mounting Nut. ..................................................................................

Lower Mounting Nut.Lower Mounting Nut. ......................................................................................

Steering Knuckle to Brake Support Bolt.Steering Knuckle to Brake Support Bolt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Steering Knuckle to Steering Knuckle Arm Nut.Steering Knuckle to Steering Knuckle Arm Nut. ..................................

Foot-PoundsFoot-Pounds

125 Min.125 Min.

135135

100100

Inch-PoundsInch-Pounds

2020 00

1818 00

1010 00

100100

5050

200200

6565

3535

150150

100100

2525

5555

5050



AXLE REARAXLE REAR 1313

AXLE-REARAXLE-REAR 1313

GROUP 3GROUP 3

REAR AXLEREAR AXLE

The Service Procedures for the Rear Axle GroupThe Service Procedures for the Rear Axle Group re-re- ice Manual except for the procedures listed in thisice Manual except for the procedures listed in this

main main the the samsame ae as os outlutlineined id in tn the he 1961960 P0 Plymlymoutouth Sh Serverv-- SupSuppleplemenment.t.

TYPE.TYPE.

DRIVE GEAR TYPE, . .DRIVE GEAR TYPE, . .

RATIOSRATIOS

Manual Three-Speed. .Manual Three-Speed. .

Optional-Mountain Ratio.Optional-Mountain Ratio.

T o r q u e F l i t e S i x .T o r q u e F l i t e S i x .

Optional-Mountain Ratio.Optional-Mountain Ratio.

PowePowerFlirFlite te ..

Optional-Mountain Ratio.Optional-Mountain Ratio.

TToorrqquueeFFlliitte Ee E ii gg hh tt ..

A v a i l a b l e .A v a i l a b l e .

R I N G G E A R S I Z E .R I N G G E A R S I Z E .

SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONS

RP-1RP-1

225 Cu. In.225 Cu. In.

RP-2RP-2 RP-2RP-2

33118 8 CCuu. . IInn.. 33661 1 CCuu. . IInn..

Semi-FloatingSemi-Floating

HypoidHypoid

RAM MAN.RAM MAN.

383 Cu. In.383 Cu. In.

Conv.Conv. SSuurree--GGrriipp CCoonnvv.. SSuurree--GGrriipp

33..5555** 33..5588 33..5588 33..5588

33..9911 33..9911

3.313.31  3.58 3.58

3.553.55

3.313.31 3.583.58

3.583.58

2.93 2.932.93 2.93

33..3311 33..5588

81/481/4

 in. in.

****

Conv. Sure-GripConv. Sure-Grip

3.313.31 3.583.58

3.313.31

ii3ii3

2.932.93 3.583.58

8833//

 in.in.

Conv.Conv.

3.233.23

3%3%

.006.006

 to to .009 .009 incinchh

.OOO.OOO  toto 903903 inch inch

RING GEAR TO DRIVE PINIONRING GEAR TO DRIVE PINION

CLEARANCECLEARANCE

(at point of minimum backlash)(at point of minimum backlash)

DIFFERENTIAL CASE RUN-OUTDIFFERENTIAL CASE RUN-OUT

DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEARDIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR

C L E A R A N C EC L E A R A N C E .. ,001 ,001 to to .012 inch.012 inch

A X L E S H A F T E N D P L A Y . .A X L E S H A F T E N D P L A Y . . ,013 to ,013 to ,023 in,023 inchch

DRIVE PINION BEARING PRELOADDRIVE PINION BEARING PRELOAD 20-30 in. lbs. without seal20-30 in. lbs. without seal

L U B R I C A N T C A P A C I T Y ( P I N T S ) .L U B R I C A N T C A P A C I T Y ( P I N T S ) .

 33

(6(6



Cyl.1Cyl.1

*83*83// 44

 in. Ring Gear and 3.31 Ratio-Standard on 6 Cyl. Taxicab and Heavy Duty Packagein. Ring Gear and 3.31 Ratio-Standard on 6 Cyl. Taxicab and Heavy Duty Package

**83**83// 44

 in. in. Ring Ring GeGearar - - StanStandard on 6 Cydard on 6 Cyl. Cars witl. Cars with Sure-h Sure-Grip AGrip Axlesxles

3%3%

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Cyl.1Cyl.1

SPECIAL TOOLSSPECIAL TOOLS

C-C-292292.F.F2.2. .. .. .. .. .. .A.Axlxle, e, PiPininion aon and Dnd Dififfefererentntiaial Cal Case Rse Rololleler Ber Beararining Pug Pullller Ser Setet

C-C-40406-6-A.A. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. DiDiffffererenentitial Bal Beaeariring Ang Adjdjusustiting Wng Wrerencnchh

C-413.C-413. ................ .Rear .Rear Axle Shaft OutAxle Shaft Outer Bearing Cup er Bearing Cup DriverDriver

C-C-45452,2, .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. UUnniviverersasal l JJoioinnt t FlFlaannge ge PuPulllleerr

C-485.C-485. .................. Torque Wrench (Foot-Pounds)Torque Wrench (Foot-Pounds)



1144 AXLE-REARAXLE-REAR

SSPPECECIAIAL TL TOOOOLLS (CS (Cont’d)ont’d)

C-496. Pinion and Transmission Companion Flange or Yoke PullerC-496. Pinion and Transmission Companion Flange or Yoke Puller

C-499. .AxlC-499. .Axle e Shaft Shaft PullerPuller

C - 6 3 7 . A x l e S h a f t a n d I n n e r O i l S e a l P u l l e rC - 6 3 7 . A x l e S h a f t a n d I n n e r O i l S e a l P u l l e r

CC--668855 I n c h - P oI n c h - P o u n d u n d T o r q u e T o r q u e W r e n c hW r e n c h

C - 7 4 5 R e a r A x l e S h a f t O i l S e a l I n s t a l l i n g S l e e v eC - 7 4 5 R e a r A x l e S h a f t O i l S e a l I n s t a l l i n g S l e e v e

C - 7 5 8 - D 3C - 7 5 8 - D 3 Pinion Setting Gauge SetPinion Setting Gauge Set

CC -- 88 33 99 .. R eR ea r a r A xA xl e l e S hS ha fa ft It In nn ne r e r O iO il Sl Se ae al Dl Dr ir iv everr

CC -- 88 44 55 .. UUnniivveerrssaal l WWhheeeel l aannd d HHuub b PPuulllleerr

C - 3 0 0 5 . . F o o t - P o u n d T o r q u e W r e n c hC - 3 0 0 5 . . F o o t - P o u n d T o r q u e W r e n c h

CC -- 33 22 11 44 .. ..PPiinniioon On Oiil l SSeeaal l PPuulllleerr

CC -- 33 22 88 11 C oC om pm pa na ni oi on n F lF la na ng e g e H oH ol dl di ni ng Wg Wr er en cn chh

C -C - 3 33 3 3 93 9 . . ..DDiiaal Il I n d in d i c ac a t o rt o r

C - 3 5 6 5 A x l e S h a f t O u t e r S e a l D r i v e rC - 3 5 6 5 A x l e S h a f t O u t e r S e a l D r i v e r

C - 3 6 5 6 . P i n i o n O i l S e a l D r i v e rC - 3 6 5 6 . P i n i o n O i l S e a l D r i v e r

D DD D - 9- 9 9 6 9 6 ..PPiinniioon B en B e a ra r i ni n g I ng I n s ts t a la l l el e rr

D D - 9D D - 99 9 .9 9 . ..FFllaanngge e o r Y o k e I n s to r Y o k e I n s ta l l e ra l l e r

D D - 1 0 0 5 .D D - 1 0 0 5 . Differential Case Side and Cross Shaft Roller Bearing DriverDifferential Case Side and Cross Shaft Roller Bearing Driver

D D - 1D D - 1 014 . .0 1 4 . .RReeppaaiir r St a nS t a n d - Did - D i f f e rff e r en t i ae n t ia l C a rl C a r r i e rr i e r

TTOORQRQUE RUE REFEFERERENCENCEE

(Foot-Pounds)(Foot-Pounds)

AA x lx l e e SS hh aa ff t t NN uu tt ss .. . . . . . . .. ..

BraBrake ke SupSupporport t PlaPlate te to to HouHousinsing g MouMountinting ng BolBolt t NutNutss . . . . . . ..

Differential Carrier to Axle Housing Bolt Nuts. . .Differential Carrier to Axle Housing Bolt Nuts. . .

R e a r A x l e D r i v e G e a r t o C a s e B o l t s . .R e a r A x l e D r i v e G e a r t o C a s e B o l t s . . . . . . . .. . . . . .

DDiiffffeerreennttiiaal l BBeeaarriinng g CCaap p BBoollttss.. . . . . . . . . ..

Rear Axle Drive Pinion Companion Flange Nut.Rear Axle Drive Pinion Companion Flange Nut. .. . . . . . . ..

145 (Min.)145 (Min.)

30 to 3530 to 35

4545

9090

240 (Min.)240 (Min.)

1. REAR AXLE SHAFT END PLAY1. REAR AXLE SHAFT END PLAY

Axle shaft end play is .01Axle shaft end play is .013 3 to to .023 inch. A minimum.023 inch. A minimum

ofof .013.013  inch end play is required since a loss of end inch end play is required since a loss of end

play results when the axle housing and axle shaft ex-play results when the axle housing and axle shaft ex-

pand by different amounts during warm up. Less thanpand by different amounts during warm up. Less than

.013.013  inch end play can result in excessive bearing inch end play can result in excessive bearing pre-pre-

load, under this condition, causing shorter bearing life.load, under this condition, causing shorter bearing life.

2. DRIVE GEAR AND PINION BACKLASH2. DRIVE GEAR AND PINION BACKLASH

The drive gear and pinion backlash should be .006The drive gear and pinion backlash should be .006

to .009 inch at point of minimum backlash.to .009 inch at point of minimum backlash.

3. PINION BEARING PRELOAD3. PINION BEARING PRELOAD

If the original pinion bearing is to be reinstalled, theIf the original pinion bearing is to be reinstalled, the

preload setting should be as follows:preload setting should be as follows:

Minimum Drag Torque-Zero, but with no end play.Minimum Drag Torque-Zero, but with no end play.

Maximum Drag Torque-13 inch-pounds.Maximum Drag Torque-13 inch-pounds.

4. PINION PRE-LOAD (Pinion with Spacer)4. PINION PRE-LOAD (Pinion with Spacer)

The illustration used in the 1960 Service Manual onThe illustration used in the 1960 Service Manual on

Page 11, Figure 20, was incorrect. The correct illustra-Page 11, Figure 20, was incorrect. The correct illustra-

tion is shown here (Fig. 1).tion is shown here (Fig. 1).

The rear axle used on Plymouth cars equipped withThe rear axle used on Plymouth cars equipped with

a 383 cubic inch engine, incorporates a drive pinion nota 383 cubic inch engine, incorporates a drive pinion not

using a pinion shaft spacer. When setting the Pinionusing a pinion shaft spacer. When setting the Pinion

Depth of Mesh and Pinion Bearing Pre-Load, proceedDepth of Mesh and Pinion Bearing Pre-Load, proceed

in the sequence as follows:in the sequence as follows:

5. PINION WITHOUT BEARING SPACER5. PINION WITHOUT BEARING SPACER

INSTALLATION USING TOOLINSTALLATION USING TOOL C-758-D3C-758-D3

(Fig. 2)(Fig. 2)

Depth of MeshDepth of Mesh

The position of the drive pinion with respect to theThe position of the drive pinion with respect to the

ring gear (depth of mesh) is determined by the loca-ring gear (depth of mesh) is determined by the loca-

tion of the bearing cup shoulders in the carrier andtion of the bearing cup shoulders in the carrier and

by the thrust portion of the pinion in back of the rearby the thrust portion of the pinion in back of the rear

bearing. The thickness of a pinion spacer washer suit-bearing. The thickness of a pinion spacer washer suit-

able for the carrier can be determined by using Toolable for the carrier can be determined by using Tool

C-7.58.D3.C-7.58.D3.

(1) Install the pinion locating spacer SP-2921 on the(1) Install the pinion locating spacer SP-2921 on the

main body of Tool C-758. Place large end of rear bear-main body of Tool C-758. Place large end of rear bear-

ing over shoulder of spacer and insert tool in the car-ing over shoulder of spacer and insert tool in the car-

rier.rier.

(2) Place front bearing (small end down), com-(2) Place front bearing (small end down), com-

pression sleeve SP-535, centralizing washer SP-534 andpression sleeve SP-535, centralizing washer SP-534 and

compression nut SP-533 on the main body.compression nut SP-533 on the main body.

(3) With the nose of the carrier up, place flange(3) With the nose of the carrier up, place flange



AXLE-REARAXLE-REAR 1515

PINION PINION LOCLOCATING WASHEATING WASHER OR SHR OR SHIMIM

---L-11---L-11



ASSEMBLASSEMBLY OY OF SF SP-P-526526

‘ i‘ i

VV SPSP--17301730 57x 15257x 152

Fig. l-Fig. l- Setting Pinion BeSetting Pinion Beaaring Pre-ring Pre-Load Load with Twith Tooool l C-7C-75588-D-D22-3-3

holding Tool C-3281 on the compression sleeve. Allowholding Tool C-3281 on the compression sleeve. Allow

the assembly to rotate while tightening the nut 25 tothe assembly to rotate while tightening the nut 25 to

35 inch pounds torque.35 inch pounds torque.

(4) Rotate the tool several times in each direction(4) Rotate the tool several times in each direction

to align the bearing rollers and recheck the torque.to align the bearing rollers and recheck the torque.

(5) With the proper pre-load on the bearings, invert(5) With the proper pre-load on the bearings, invert

the carrier in the stand. Install gauge block SP-528 inthe carrier in the stand. Install gauge block SP-528 in

the end of thethe end of the too1too1  with allen  with allen scscrewrew..

(6) Position arbor SP-561 (part of Tool C-758) in the(6) Position arbor SP-561 (part of Tool C-758) in the

differential bearing pedestals of the carrier. Center thedifferential bearing pedestals of the carrier. Center the

arbor so that an approximate equal distance is main-arbor so that an approximate equal distance is main-

tained at both ends.tained at both ends.

(7) Position the differential bearing caps and attach-(7) Position the differential bearing caps and attach-

ing bolts on the carrier pedestals.ing bolts on the carrier pedestals.

(8)(8) BetweenBetween  the arbor and each cap, insert a piece the arbor and each cap, insert a piece

ofof .002.002  inch feeler stock. Tighten the cap attaching bolts inch feeler stock. Tighten the cap attaching bolts

securely.securely.

(9) Select a washer that will fit between the tool(9) Select a washer that will fit between the tool

gauge block and arbor. This fit must be snug but notgauge block and arbor. This fit must be snug but not

too tight, similar to the pull too tight, similar to the pull of a feeler gauge. Thisof a feeler gauge. This

washer is suitable for measurement, not for installa-washer is suitable for measurement, not for installa-

tion .t io n.

(10) To select a (10) To select a washer for installation, read thewasher for installation, read the

marking on the end of the marking on the end of the pinion (-0, -1, -2, pinion (-0, -1, -2, ++11

+2,+2, etc.) when the marking is etc.) when the marking is addadd that amountthat amount

to the thickness of the washer selected in step (9).to the thickness of the washer selected in step (9).

When the marking isWhen the marking is ++,,  subtract subtract that amount. Ex-that amount. Ex-

ample: With a washerample: With a washer .086.086 inch thick and a pinioninch thick and a pinion

marked -2, installmarked -2, install aa washerwasher .088.088 inch thickinch thick (.086(.086 ++

.002.002 ==.088)..088). Exumple: With a washerExumple: With a washer ,086,086 inch thickinch thick

and a pinion and a pinion marked +2, install a marked +2, install a washerwasher .084.084 inchinch

thickthick (.086(.086  -- .002.002  == ,084) or when a washer ,084) or when a washer ,086,086

inch thick is too loose andinch thick is too loose and .088.088  inch too tight, use inch too tight, use .088.088

and the pinion marking.and the pinion marking.

(11) Remove the differential bearing caps and ar-(11) Remove the differential bearing caps and ar-

bor from the carrier.bor from the carrier.

ASSEMB1.YASSEMB1.Y



y Jy J ,,--

OFOF



SPSP--5; 65; 6





-- --

TTIGIGHTHTEN GEN GAUGAUG E TE TOO

40-50 FOOT POUNDS AND DETERMINE40-50 FOOT POUNDS AND DETERMINE

PINION PINION LLOOCCATING WASHEATING WASHERR 0NI.Y0NI.Y 60X16860X168

Fig. 2-SeFig. 2-Setting Ptting Pinioinion Bn Beaea ring Prring Pre-e-LoaLoad with d with TTooool l C-7C-75588-D-D33

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1616 BRAKESBRAKES

(12) Reverse the carrier in the stand so the nut of(12) Reverse the carrier in the stand so the nut of

the tool is up and leave tool in the tool is up and leave tool in carrier, ready for bear-carrier, ready for bear-

ing preloading.ing preloading.

(13) While supporting the lower portion of the tool(13) While supporting the lower portion of the tool

in the carrier with one hand, remove the tool nut, toolin the carrier with one hand, remove the tool nut, tool

centering washer and compression sleeve. Lower thecentering washer and compression sleeve. Lower the

tool down and out of carrier.tool down and out of carrier.

((14) Remove the pinion front bearing cone from the14) Remove the pinion front bearing cone from the

carrier.carrier.

Pinion Bearing Pre-LoadPinion Bearing Pre-Load

(1) Place spacer SP-2921 on main body of Tool(1) Place spacer SP-2921 on main body of Tool

C-758 with the shoulder up. Place the selected pinionC-758 with the shoulder up. Place the selected pinion

spacer, spacer sleeve SP-2920 and the rear bearing onspacer, spacer sleeve SP-2920 and the rear bearing on

the tool.the tool.

(2) Insert the tool in carrier, install the(2) Insert the tool in carrier, install the orlgmalorlgmal shim shim

pile and the front bearing. Install the compressionpile and the front bearing. Install the compression

sleeve SP-535 (square hole down), centralizing washersleeve SP-535 (square hole down), centralizing washer

SP-534 and tool nut SP-535.SP-534 and tool nut SP-535.

(3) Tighten tool nut to 240 foot-pounds using holding(3) Tighten tool nut to 240 foot-pounds using holding

Tool Tool C-3281 C-3281 on thon the compe compression ression sleeve sleeve to hoto hold thld the as-e as-

sembly in several positions to make a complete revolu-sembly in several positions to make a complete revolu-

tion while tightening. Remove holding tool and rotatetion while tightening. Remove holding tool and rotate

assembly several turns in both directions to align theassembly several turns in both directions to align the

bearing rollers. Re-check torque to 240 foot-poundsbearing rollers. Re-check torque to 240 foot-pounds

(torque may have diminished as bearing rollers were(torque may have diminished as bearing rollers were

aligned by rotating).aligned by rotating).

(4) Correct bearing pre-load readings can only be(4) Correct bearing pre-load readings can only be

obtained with the nose of the carrier up. Useobtained with the nose of the carrier up. Use inch-inch-

pound torque wrench, C-685. With the handle of thepound torque wrench, C-685. With the handle of the

wrench floating, read the torque when the wrench iswrench floating, read the torque when the wrench is

moving through at least one full rotation. Correct read-moving through at least one full rotation. Correct read-

ing is 20 to 30 inch-pounds (without seal) and shoulding is 20 to 30 inch-pounds (without seal) and should

be uniform during the full rotations. If bearing pre-loadbe uniform during the full rotations. If bearing pre-load

is more than 30 inch-pounds, a thicker shim should beis more than 30 inch-pounds, a thicker shim should be

used under front bearing. If the bearing pre-load is lessused under front bearing. If the bearing pre-load is less

than 20 inch-pounds, a thinner shim should be used.than 20 inch-pounds, a thinner shim should be used.

Shims are available in thicknesses ofShims are available in thicknesses of .OlO,.OlO,  .012,.012, .014.014

.016.016andand .018.018inch.inch.

(5) Remove the tool with shim pack, bearing cone,(5) Remove the tool with shim pack, bearing cone,

pinion locating washer, and spacer from the carrier andpinion locating washer, and spacer from the carrier and

the tool.the tool.

(6) Install the correct washer on the pinion shaft.(6) Install the correct washer on the pinion shaft.

The washeThe washer has a r has a chamfer ochamfer on one n one side.side. This chamferThis chamfer

must face the pinion gear thrust surface.must face the pinion gear thrust surface.

(7) Position the rear bearing cone on the pinion(7) Position the rear bearing cone on the pinion

shaft (small side away from the pinion gear). Makeshaft (small side away from the pinion gear). Make

certain the contacting surfaces of the correct washer,certain the contacting surfaces of the correct washer,

pinion pinion gear,gear, and cand contactiontacting surng surface face of rear of rear bearingbearing

cone are perfectly clean and free of any foreign par-cone are perfectly clean and free of any foreign par-

ticles. Install the rear bearing cone onto pinion shaftticles. Install the rear bearing cone onto pinion shaft

with Tool DD-996.with Tool DD-996.

(8) Install the selected shim pack.(8) Install the selected shim pack.

(9) Lubricate front and rear pinion bearings with(9) Lubricate front and rear pinion bearings with

heavy oil.heavy oil.

(10) Insert the pinion shaft up through the carrier(10) Insert the pinion shaft up through the carrier

and install the front bearing.and install the front bearing.

( 11) Install the oil seal in carrier with driver C-3656( 11) Install the oil seal in carrier with driver C-3656

with lip of seal toward the bearing.with lip of seal toward the bearing.

(12) Start the companion flange on the pinion shaft,(12) Start the companion flange on the pinion shaft,

completing the installation of the companion flangecompleting the installation of the companion flange

with installing Tool C-496 or DD-999. with installing Tool C-496 or DD-999. Remove the tool.Remove the tool.

(13) Install the plain washer (concave side of(13) Install the plain washer (concave side of

washer down) and nut. Hold companion flange withwasher down) and nut. Hold companion flange with

holding Tool C-3281 and tighten nut to 240 foot-poundsholding Tool C-3281 and tighten nut to 240 foot-pounds

torque. Rotate the assembly several times in both di-torque. Rotate the assembly several times in both di-

rections to align the bearing rollers. rections to align the bearing rollers. Recheck torque toRecheck torque to

240 foot-pounds (torque may have diminished as bear-240 foot-pounds (torque may have diminished as bear-

ing rollers were aligned by rotating).ing rollers were aligned by rotating).

GROUP 4 AND 5GROUP 4 AND 5

PARKING AND SERVICE BRAKESPARKING AND SERVICE BRAKES

Servicing Procedures for the 1961 Model parkingServicing Procedures for the 1961 Model parking

and service brakes remain the same as outlined in theand service brakes remain the same as outlined in the

1960 Plymouth Service Manual except as listed in this1960 Plymouth Service Manual except as listed in this

Supplement.Supplement.

(a) Parking brake pedal and release handle.(a) Parking brake pedal and release handle.

(b) Fitting and aligning brake shoes.(b) Fitting and aligning brake shoes.

(d) Brake bleeding procedure.(d) Brake bleeding procedure.

(e ) Service brake adjustment.(e ) Service brake adjustment.



BRAKESBRAKES 1177

SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONS

SERVICE BRAKESERVICE BRAKE

TYPE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TYPE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DRUM DIAMETER (Front-Rear)DRUM DIAMETER (Front-Rear) ..............................................................

(Police Special).(Police Special). ................................................................................

LINING TYPELINING TYPE ..............................................................................................

(Police Special).(Police Special). ..................................................................................

Method of Attachment.Method of Attachment. ....................................................................

T h i c k n e s sT h i c k n e s s ..................................................................................

Width-(118” Wheelbase)Width-(118” Wheelbase) ................................................................

(Police Special).(Police Special). ..................................................................................

(122” Wheelbase, Suburban Model)(122” Wheelbase, Suburban Model) ................................................

BRAKE SHOE RETURN SPRING TENSION POUNDSBRAKE SHOE RETURN SPRING TENSION POUNDS

(Front and Rear)(Front and Rear) ..................................................................................

PERCENT OF BRAKING TORQUEPERCENT OF BRAKING TORQUE

(Front)(Front) ....................................................................................................

((RReeaarr)) . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . ..

DIAMEDIAMETER OF WHEETER OF WHEEL CYLINDERL CYLINDER BOREBORE

........................................................................................

DIAMETER OF MASTER CYLINDER BORE.DIAMETER OF MASTER CYLINDER BORE. ........................................

PISTON CYLINDER CLEARANCE (All Bores).PISTON CYLINDER CLEARANCE (All Bores). ..................................

BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY (Manual Brakes)BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY (Manual Brakes) ........................................

BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY (Power Brakes)BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY (Power Brakes) ........................................

PARKING BRAKEPARKING BRAKE

TYPE (Automatic Transmission)TYPE (Automatic Transmission) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(Manual Transmission)(Manual Transmission) ..................................................................

L O C A T I O NL O C A T I O N . . . . ..

DRUM DIAMETER (Automatic Transmission)DRUM DIAMETER (Automatic Transmission)

(Manual Transmission).(Manual Transmission).

L I N I N G T Y P E ( E x t e r n a l ) .L I N I N G T Y P E ( E x t e r n a l ) .

(Internal) . .(Internal) . .

WIDTH. . .WIDTH. . .

THICKNESS. . . . . .THICKNESS. . . . . .

L I N I N G T O D R U M C L E A R A N C E . .L I N I N G T O D R U M C L E A R A N C E . .

CC--665500.... BBlleeeeddeer r HHoossee

cc--774455.. SSeeaal l PPrrootteeccttoorr

CC--883377BB.. FFiilllleer r ((WWhheeeell))

CC -- 88 44 55 .. PPuulllleer r ((WWhheeeell))

CC--33008800.. HHoonne e ((WWhheeeel l CCyylliinnddeerr))

c - 3 2 2 9c - 3 2 2 9 Pliers (Power Brakes)Pliers (Power Brakes)

CC334499AA AAddaapptteer r ((BBlleeeeddeerr))

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SPECIAL TOOLSSPECIAL TOOLS

C-3496C-3496

C-3508.C-3508.

C-3512.C-3512.

C-3578.C-3578.

c-3579.c-3579.

MT-19-HMT-19-H

TORQUE REFERENCETORQUE REFERENCE

Hydraulic-Total ContactHydraulic-Total Contact

Internal ExpandingInternal Expanding

11”11”

1122””

Molded AsbestosMolded Asbestos

Molded Metal Embedded AsbestosMolded Metal Embedded Asbestos

CyclebondCyclebond

‘ X 4 ”‘ X 4 ”

2” Front 2” Rear2” Front 2” Rear

21/z”21/z”

 Fron t Fron t

21/z”21/z”

 Rear Rear

21/2”21/2”

 Front 2” Rear Front 2” Rear

45 to 5545 to 55

6060

40%40%

l/8”l/8”

‘/8”‘/8”

,003”,003”

 toto

.0065”.0065”

Not RequiredNot Required

‘/6’‘/6’



t0t0



l/g”l/g”

Internal ExpandingInternal Expanding

External ContractingExternal Contracting

Rear of TransmissionRear of Transmission

7 inch7 inch

6 inch6 inch

Woven Compressed AsbestosWoven Compressed Asbestos

Moulded AsbestosMoulded Asbestos

2 inch2 inch

5/325/32

 inch inch

.015.015

 toto

.020.020

 inch inch

P a r k i n g B r a k e C a b l e B r a c k e t B o l t .P a r k i n g B r a k e C a b l e B r a c k e t B o l t .

Parking Brake Lever to Instrument Panel.Parking Brake Lever to Instrument Panel.

 ..



Parking Brake Adjusting Bolt Cover, Bolt.Parking Brake Adjusting Bolt Cover, Bolt.

 ..

Parking Brake Drum Flange Bolt NutParking Brake Drum Flange Bolt Nut

s6.s6.

3/83/8

. .. .

 ..



7 5 6 . .7 5 6 . .

Foot-PoundsFoot-Pounds

2200

3535

5050

Rear Wheel Brake Support to Axle Housing, . . . . . . . . . .Rear Wheel Brake Support to Axle Housing, . . . . . . . . . . 3535

Tank (Bleeder)Tank (Bleeder)

Gauge [Power Brakes)Gauge [Power Brakes)

WrenchWrench

Ring (Power Brakes)Ring (Power Brakes)

Pilot (Power Brakes)Pilot (Power Brakes)

Brake Shoe GaugeBrake Shoe Gauge

Inch-PoundsInch-Pounds

130130

9955



CCLLUUTTCCHH 1199

or stands back off the brake shoe adjusting cams toor stands back off the brake shoe adjusting cams to 5 BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTMENT5 BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTMENT

or stands, back off the brake shoe adjusting cams toor stands, back off the brake shoe adjusting cams to

the fully released position. (Wheel cylinder cups willthe fully released position. (Wheel cylinder cups will

contract and compress trapped air in the bleeder screwcontract and compress trapped air in the bleeder screw

area).area).

(4) Clean the dirt from all wheel cylinder bleeder(4) Clean the dirt from all wheel cylinder bleeder

valves.valves.

(5) Attach brake bleeder hose C-650 to the bleeder(5) Attach brake bleeder hose C-650 to the bleeder

valve of each wheel cylinder as they are bled.valve of each wheel cylinder as they are bled.

(6) Place open end of bleeder hose in an uncon-(6) Place open end of bleeder hose in an uncon-

taminated clear jar. (Clean fluid may be reused).taminated clear jar. (Clean fluid may be reused).

CAUTION:CAUTION: WaterWater and any type of mineraland any type of mineral

oil derivative such as gasoline, engine oil,oil derivative such as gasoline, engine oil,

etc.,etc., will cwill contamontaminatinate bre brake fake fluid. luid. It is It is ex-ex-

tremelytremely important that the container used toimportant that the container used to

catch the brake fluidcatch the brake fluid bebe clean, free from mois-clean, free from mois-

ture and must never have contained mineralture and must never have contained mineral

oil in anyoil in any form.form.

(7) Open brake bleeder and bleed for a minimum(7) Open brake bleeder and bleed for a minimum

of thirty seconds with a constant air pressure of twentyof thirty seconds with a constant air pressure of twenty

five pounds in bleeder tank.five pounds in bleeder tank.

(8) Bleed all wheel cylinders in the following order.(8) Bleed all wheel cylinders in the following order.

Right rear, left rear, right front lower, right front upper,Right rear, left rear, right front lower, right front upper,

left front lower and left front upper.left front lower and left front upper.

(9) Remove bleeder adapter and tank.(9) Remove bleeder adapter and tank.

(10) Determine that reservoir is full and install cover(10) Determine that reservoir is full and install cover

and gasket.and gasket.

(11) Readjust all brake shoes.(11) Readjust all brake shoes.

5. BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTMENT5. BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTMENT

FrontFront WheelsWheels

(1) With the vehicle elevated and wheels free to(1) With the vehicle elevated and wheels free to

turn, turnturn, turn bothboth adjusting cams of the same wheel inadjusting cams of the same wheel in

the direction the wheel rotates in a forward motion.the direction the wheel rotates in a forward motion.

(2) Rotate brake cams independently until each(2) Rotate brake cams independently until each

brake shoe seats firmly in the brake drum and locksbrake shoe seats firmly in the brake drum and locks

the wheel. Back off each adjusting cam until no dragthe wheel. Back off each adjusting cam until no drag

is felt when wheel is rotated.is felt when wheel is rotated.

Rear WheelsRear Wheels

(1) Rotate the front brake shoe adjusting cam in(1) Rotate the front brake shoe adjusting cam in

the direction the wheel rotates in a forward motion un-the direction the wheel rotates in a forward motion un-

til the brake shoe is firmly seated and wheel is locked.til the brake shoe is firmly seated and wheel is locked.

Back off the adjusting cam until no drag is felt whenBack off the adjusting cam until no drag is felt when

wheel is rotated.wheel is rotated.

( 2 ) Rotate the rear brake shoe adjusting cam in the( 2 ) Rotate the rear brake shoe adjusting cam in the

direction the wheel rotates when in a backward mo-direction the wheel rotates when in a backward mo-

tion until the brake shoe is firmly seated and the wheeltion until the brake shoe is firmly seated and the wheel

is locked. Back off the adjustment until no drag is feltis locked. Back off the adjustment until no drag is felt

when wheel is rotated.when wheel is rotated.

(3) Apply brakes several times and recheck brakes(3) Apply brakes several times and recheck brakes

for drag.for drag.

( 4 ) Recheck fluid level of master cylinder.( 4 ) Recheck fluid level of master cylinder.

NOTE: Use only Heavy Duty Brake Fluid.NOTE: Use only Heavy Duty Brake Fluid.

GROUP 6GROUP 6

CLUTCHCLUTCH

Servicing procedures for the Clutch Group remain theServicing procedures for the Clutch Group remain the

same as outlined in the 1960 Plymouth Service Manual.same as outlined in the 1960 Plymouth Service Manual. There are some changes in the Specifications.There are some changes in the Specifications.

SPEClFlCATlONSSPEClFlCATlONS

ModelsModels

Clutch Models. . . .Clutch Models. . . .

O u t s i d e D i a m e t e r o f D i s c .O u t s i d e D i a m e t e r o f D i s c .

Number of Springs in Pressure PlateNumber of Springs in Pressure Plate

Type . . . . . . . . . .Type . . . . . . . . . .

6 Cylinder6 Cylinder

Borg and BeckBorg and Beck

or Auburnor Auburn

in.in.

10 in. spe10 in. spec. c. equipequip..

91/491/4 in. B in. B &&  B-9 springs B-9 springs

91/491/4 in. Auburn 3 springs in. Auburn 3 springs

10 in. B10 in. B && B--9B--9  springs springs

SingleSingle Plate-Dry-Plate-Dry-

8 Cylinder8 Cylinder

Borg and BeckBorg and Beck

10 in. Std.10 in. Std.

lOI/lOI/

 in. in. specspec. . equipequip..

10 in. B10 in. B && B-9 springs B-9 springs

101/z101/z  in. B in. B && B-9 springs B-9 springs

11 in. B11 in. B && B-12 springs B-12 springs

(361(361 && 383 cu. in engines) 383 cu. in engines)

-Ventilated-Ventilated



2020 CCOOOOLLING ING SSYSYSTTEMEM

CLUTCH PRESSURE SPRINGSCLUTCH PRESSURE SPRINGS

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