1974 AMERICAN MOTORS
Model Designations:
Hornet, Series 01
Matador, Series 10
Gremlin, Series 40
Javelin, Series 70
Ambassador Brougham, Series 80
Hornet, Body Styles:
Hornet, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7406-7
Base Price: $2,767; Shipping Weight: 2,774 Pounds
Total Production: 29,950*
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7405-7
Base Price: $2,824; Shipping Weight: 2,841 Pounds
Total Producton: 29,754*
2 Door Hatchback, 5 Passenger, Body #7403-7
Base Price: $2,849; Shipping Weight: 2,815 Pounds
Total Production: 55,158*
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #7408-7
Base Price: $2,987; Shipping Weight: 2,908 Pounds
Total Production: 71,413*
Hornet, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7406-7
Base Price: $2,912; Shipping Weight: 3,001 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7405-7
Base Price: $2,962; Shipping Weight: 3,068 Pounds
Total Producton: *
2 Door Hatchback, 5 Passenger, Body #7403-7
Base Price: $2,987; Shipping Weight: 3,042 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #7408-7
Base Price: $3,049; Shipping Weight: 3,135 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Hornet Production Figures are Combined.
Matador, Body Styles:
Matador, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7415-7
Base Price: $3,052; Shipping Weight: 3,444 Pounds
Total Production: 27,608*
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #7416-7
Base Price: $3,096; Shipping Weight: 3,459 Pounds
Total Production: 31,169*
2 Door Brougham Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #7416-9
Base Price: $3,249; Shipping Weight: 3,486 Pounds
Total Production: 21,026*
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #7418-7
Base Price: $3,378; Shipping Weight: 3,769 Pounds
Total Production: 9,709*
Matador, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7415-7
Base Price: $3,151; Shipping Weight: 3,659 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Brougham Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #7416-79
Base Price: $3,348; Shipping Weight: 3,674 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #7416-7
Base Price: $3,195; Shipping Weight: 3,701 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #7418-7
Base Price: $3,477; Shipping Weight: 3,957 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Matador Production Figures are Combined.
Gremlin, Body Styles:
Gremlin, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7446-5
Base Price: $2,481; Shipping Weight: 2,855 Pounds
Total Production: 171,128*
Gremlin, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7446-5
Base Price: $2,635; Shipping Weight: 3,094 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Gremlin Production Figures are Combined.
Javelin, Body Styles:
Javelin, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7479-7
Base Price: $2,999; Shipping Weight: 2,875 Pounds
Total Productionl: 22,556*
Javelin , 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7419-7
Base Price: $3,093; Shipping Weight: 3,117 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Javelin Production Figures are Combined.
Javelin/AMX, V-8:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7479-8
Base Price: $3,299; Shipping Weight: 3,184 Pounds
Total Production: 4,980
Ambassador Brougham, Body Styles:
Ambassador Brougham V-8:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #7485-7
Base Price: $4,559; Shipping Weight: 3,872 Pounds
Total Production: 17,901
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #7488-7
Base Price: $4,960; Shipping Weight: 4,115 Pounds
Total Production: 7,070
Note: All prices & weights shown are for standard engines and basic equipment.
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Gremlin: 96"
Hornet: 108"
Javelin: 110"
Matador, except Coupe: 118"
Matador Coupe: 114"
Ambassador: 122"
Tire Sizes:
Hornet: 6.95 X 14"
Matador: E78 X 14"
Gremlin: 6.45 X 14"
Gremlin: 6.45 X 14"
Javelin: D78 X 14"
Ambassador: F78 X 14"
1974 AMERICAN MOTORS
100 H.P. Engine, 232 Cu. In, 6 Cylinder Engine:
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.500"
Engine Displacement: 232 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.0 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.75
Horsepower: 100 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 185 Ft Lbs @ 1,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
110 H.P. Engine, 258 Cu. In, 6 Cylinder Engine:
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.900"
Engine Displacement: 258 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.0 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.75
Horsepower: 110 @ 3,500 RPM
Torque: 195 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
150 H.P., 304 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3.75" X 3.44"
Engine Displacement: 304 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.4 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 45.0
Horsepower: 150 @ 4,200 RPM
Torque: 245 Ft Lbs @ 2,500 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
175 H.P., 360 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.08" X 3.44"
Engine Displacement: 360 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.5 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 175 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 285 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
195 H.P., 360 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.08" X 3.44"
Engine Displacement: 360 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.5 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 195 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 295 Ft Lbs @ 2,900 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
220 H.P., 360 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 4 Barrel, with Dual Exhaust
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.08" X 3.44"
Engine Displacement: 360 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.5 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 220 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 315 Ft Lbs @ 3,100 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
235 H.P., 401 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.17" X 3.68"
Engine Displacement: 401 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.5 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 55.64
Horsepower: 235 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 335 Ft Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
Engine Availability by Series:
Hornet:
100 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
110 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
150 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
175 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
Gremlin:
100 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
110 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
150 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
Matador:
100 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard on Sedan & Hardtop
110 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Standard on Wagons, Optional on Sedan & Hardtop
150 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional, Standard with "X Package"
175 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
195 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
235 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 401 Cu. In., - Optional
Javelin:
100 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
110 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
150 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional, Standard on AMX
175 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional, Javelin & AMX
220 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional, Javelin & AMX
235 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 401 Cu. In., - Optional, Javelin & AMX
Ambassador:
150 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Standard
175 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
195 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
220 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
235 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 401 Cu. In., - Optional
Tune Up Specifications:
232 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine without EGR Valve:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive
232 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine with EGR Valve:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive
232 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine, California Cars:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM in Drive
258 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine, without EGR Valve:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 3 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM, in Drive
258 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine, with EGR Valve:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 3 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive
258 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine, California:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 3 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM, in Drive
304 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC, except California Cars with Automatic Transmission
2-1/2 Degrees BTDC for California Cars with Automatic Transmission
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM, in Drive
360 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM, in Drive
401 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM, in Drive
Valve Specifications:
6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash:
Intake: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Exhaust: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Valve Seat Angle:
Intake: 30 Degrees
Exhaust: 44-1/2 Degrees
Valve Face Angle:
Intake: 29 Degrees
Exhaust: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed:
With Valve Rotator: 1-5/8"
Without Valve Rotator: 1-13/16"
Valve Spring Pressure:
With Valve Rotator: 218 Lbs. @ 1-3/16"
Without Valve Rotator: 195 Lbs @ 1-7/16"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .001"-.003"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3715"-.3725";
Exhaust: .3715"-.3725"
8 Cylinder, 304, 360, & 401 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash, Hot
Intake: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Exhaust: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Valve Seat Angle:
Intake: 30 Degrees
Exhaust: 44-1/2 Degrees
Valve Face Angle:
Intake: 29 Degrees
Exhaust: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed:
With Valve Rotator: 1-5/8"
Without Valve Rotator: 1-13/16"
Valve Spring Pressure:
With Valve Rotator: 213 Lbs. @ 1-3/16"
Without Valve Rotator: 213 Lbs @ 1-23/64"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .001"-.003"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3715"-.3725";
Exhaust: .3715:-.3725"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings Data:
6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0009"-.0017"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .010"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9304"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0955"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.0023
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4986"-2.5001"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Crankshaft End Play: .0015"-.0065"
8 Cylinder Engine, 304 Cu. In.:
Piston Clearance: .001"-.0018"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .010"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9308"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0955"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter:
Rear Main: 2.7464"-2.7479"
Others: 2.7474"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
8 Cylinder Engine, 360 Cu. In.:
Piston Clearance: .0012"-.002"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9308"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0955"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter:
Rear Main: 2.7464"-2.7479"
Others: 2.7474"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
8 Cylinder Engine, 401 Cu. In.:
Piston Clearance: .001"-.0018"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0009"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2464"-2.2485"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter:
Rear Main: 2.7464"-2.7479"
Others: 2.7474"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 105 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold Bolts: 23 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 23 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cap Screw: 21 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Cover: 50 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 28 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 105 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 55 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder, 304 & 360 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 28 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 110 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 43 Ft.Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cap Screw: 65 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 50 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 28 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 100 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 105 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 55 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder, 401 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 28 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 110 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 43 Ft.Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cap Screws: 67 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 50 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 38 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 100 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 105 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines, except Matador Coupe:
Cooling System:
10 Quarts, Without Heater
11 Quarts With Heater
11-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 205 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador 2 Door Coupes & 4 Door Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador & Matador Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines, Matador Coupe:
Cooling System:
10 Quarts, Without Heater
11 Quarts With Heater
13-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning+
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 205 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador 2 Door Coupes & 4 Door Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador & Matador Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
+ Add 2 Quarts for Coolant Recovery System
304 Cu. In. Engines, Gremlin & Hornet:
Cooling System:
15 Quarts, Without Heater
16 Quarts With Heater
16 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador 2 Door Coupes & 4 Door Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador & Matador Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
304 Cu. In. Engines, Ambassador & Matador, except Matador 2 Door Coupe:
Cooling System:
15-1/2 Quarts, Without Heater
16-1/2 Quarts With Heater
16-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador 2 Door Coupes & 4 Door Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador & Matador Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
304 Cu. In. Engines, Matador 2 Door Coupe:
Cooling System:
17-1/2 Quarts, Without Heater
18-1/2 Quarts With Heater+
18-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning+
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador 2 Door Coupes & 4 Door Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador & Matador Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
+ Add 2 Quarts for Coolant Recovery System
304 Cu. In. Engines, Javelin:
Cooling System:
15 Quarts With Heater
15-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador 2 Door Coupes & 4 Door Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador Sedans: 24-3/4 Gallons
Ambassador & Matador Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 1-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
360 Cu. In. Engine, Hornet:
Cooling System:
14 Quarts, Without Heater
15 Quarts With Heater
15 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador & Ambassador Sedans: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 2 Seat Station Wagons: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 3 Seat Wagons: 20 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 1-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
360 & 401Cu. In. Engines, Matador, except 2 Door Coupe:
Cooling System:
14-1/2 Quarts, Without Heater
15-1/2 Quarts With Heater
15-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning+
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador & Ambassador Sedans: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 2 Seat Station Wagons: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 3 Seat Wagons: 20 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
+ Add 2 Quarts for Coolant Recovery System
360 & 401Cu. In. Engines, Matador 2 Door Coupe:
Cooling System:
16-1/2 Quarts, Without Heater
17-1/2 Quarts With Heater+
17-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning+
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador & Ambassador Sedans: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 2 Seat Station Wagons: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 3 Seat Wagons: 20 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 1-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
+ Add 2 Quarts for Coolant Recovery System
360 & 401Cu. In. Engines, Javelin:
Cooling System:
14 Quarts, Without Heater
15 Quarts With Heater+
15 Quarts With Air Conditioning+
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador & Ambassador Sedans: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 2 Seat Station Wagons: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 3 Seat Wagons: 20 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission, 4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
+ Add 2 Quarts for Coolant Recovery System
360 & 401Cu. In. Engines, Ambassador:
Cooling System:
14-1/2 Quarts, Without Heater
15-1/2 Quarts With Heater
15-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador & Ambassador Sedans: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 2 Seat Station Wagons: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 3 Seat Wagons: 20 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 1-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #1110528
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 to 2 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3 to 5.5 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.5 to 9 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor #1110529
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4.5 to 7 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 9 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 9.5 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor #1112112
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4.5 to 6.5 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7.5 to 9.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9.75 to 11.75 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8.25 Degrees @ 12.75" Vacuum
Distributor #1112179
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4.5 to 6.5 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 12.5 to 13.5 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 17 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8.25 Degrees @ 12.75" Vacuum
Distributor #1112214
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2.25 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.5 to 8.5 Degrees @ 700 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 11 to 13 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 17 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8.25 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor #1112215
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 1.5 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4 to 6.75 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.5 to 8.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 10 to 12 Degrees @ 1,600 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8.25 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Alternator Specifications:
Motorola
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 37
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 8RH2003 (Sealed Assembly)
Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 2,000
Voltage: 13.1 to 14.3 Volts
Motorola
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 51
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 8RH2003 (Sealed Assembly)
Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 2,000
Voltage: 13.1 to 14.3 Volts
Motorola
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 62
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 8RH2003 (Sealed Assembly)
Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 2,000
Voltage: 13.1 to 14.3 Volts
Starting Motor Specifications:
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 12.0 Volts @ 9,250 RPM
Torque Test: 600 Amperes, 4.5 Volts@ 13 Ft. Lbs. Torque
Rear Axle Specifications:
7-9/16" Drive Gear:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .005"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Sleeve
Adjustment: 15-25 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: 008"
8-7/8" Drive Gear:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .005"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Sleeve
Adjustment: 17-28 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .008"
Brake Specifications:
Gremlin, 6 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Front Drum: 1-1/8"
Rear 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Non Power Disc Brakes:-1/16"
Power Drum Brakes: 1":
Gremlin, 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Front Drum: 1-3/16"
Rear 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Non Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/16"
Non-Power Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Drum Brakes: 1":
Hornet & Javelin 6 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Front Drum: 1-1/8"
Rear 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1"
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
Hornet & Javelin 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Front Drum: 1-3/16"
Rear 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1"
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
Matador & Ambassador, except Station Wagons:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Fron Drumt: 1-3/32"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Non-Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/16"
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Drum Brakes: 1"
Matador & Ambassador Station Wagons:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Front Drum: 1-3/32"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Non Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/16"
Manual Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Drum Brakes: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Hornet & Gremlin:
Caster: Zero
Camber:
Left: + 3/8 Degree
Right: + 1/8 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 22 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 25 Degrees
Javelin, Matador & Ambassador:
Caster: + 1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 3/8 Degree
Right: + 1/8 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 22 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 25 Degrees
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: YF
Part #6423S, 6431, 6510,6511, 7000, 7001, 7028, 7029
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/8"
Fast Idle Cam Setting: .190"
Choke Unloader Setting: .275"
Pulldown Setting: .215"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Motorcraft Carburetor Adjustments:
Carburetor Model: 2100
Carburetor #4DA2, 4DA2-E
Dry Float Level: 13/32"
Wet Fuel Level: 25/32"
Pump Setting: Inboard Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .104"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .130"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .250"
Dashpot Setting: .140"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor #4DM2
Dry Float Level: 13/32"
Wet Fuel Level: 25/32"
Pump Setting: Inboard Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .130"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .130"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .250"
Dashpot Setting: .140"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #4RA2, 4RAC2
Dry Float Level: 13/32"
Wet Fuel Level: 25/32"
Pump Setting: Inboard Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .140"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .130"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .250"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Model 4300:
Carburetor #4TA4
Dry Float Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Center Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .170"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .160"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Auxiliary Valve Inlet Setting: .050"
Dechoke Clearance: .325"
Dashpot Setting: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #4TA4 Police
Dry Float Level: 25/32"
Pump Setting: Center Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .170"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .160"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Auxiliary Valve Inlet Setting: .030"
Dechoke Clearance: Preset
Dashpot Setting: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #4TM4
Dry Float Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Center Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .170"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .160"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Auxiliary Inlet Valve Setting: .050"
Dechoke Clearance: .325"
Dashpot Setting: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Popular Options:
Gremlin "X: Package, Sportabout DL Package, Gucci Vinyl Interior in Hornte, Javelin AMX "360" Go-Package, Power Brakes (Standard on Ambassador), Power Disc Brakes (Standard on Ambassador), Manual Disc Brakes, Sun Roof, 3rd Seat & Power Tailgate for Station Wagon, Reclining Seats, Power Steering, Air Conditioning (Standard on Ambassador), Vinyl Roof on Hornet, Javelin, Matador & Ambassador, Power Windows, AM Pushbutton Radio, AM/FM Pushbutton Radio, AM/FM Stereo Radio with 4 Speakers, Tilt Steering Wheel Intermittend Electric Wipers, , Automatic Transmission, a Variety of Trim and Engine/Transmission Options.
1974 American Motors Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
A1 Snow White
P1 Classic Black
D7 Trans-Am Red
E6 Fawn Beige
E1 Diamond Blue Metallic
E9 Mellow Yellow
F2 Maxi Blue
F4 Daisy Yellow
F5 Vineyard Burgundy Metallic
F6 Medium Blue Metallic
F7 Dark Blue Metallic
F8 Golden Tan Metallic
F9 Copper Metallic
G1 Silver Green Metallic
G2 Medium Green Metallic
G3 Dark Green Metallic
G4 Plum Metallic
G5 Pewter Mist Metallic
G6 Sienna Orange
G3 Dark Green Metallic
P-81 Gray
Note: Not all colors are available on all models.
1974 American Motors Historical Data:
1974 AMC model year introduction was on September 15, 1973.
Total 1974 AMC model year production was 509,496.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Hornet 2 Door Hatchback, Javelin/AMX 2 Door Hardtop.
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