1983 AMC

1983 AMC

Model Designations:

AMC Concord, Series 01, 6 Cylinder

AMC Eagle, Series 30, 4 & 6 Cylinder

AMC Spirit, Series 40, 6 Cylinder

AMC Eagle SX/4, Series 50, 4 & 6 Cylinder

AMC Concord, Series 01, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles

Base Concord:

4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8305-0

Base Price: $6,724; Shipping Weight: 2,820 Pounds;

Production Total: 4,433

4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8308-0

Base Price: $7,449; Shipping Weight: 2,864 Pounds;

Production Total: 867

Concord DL:

4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8305-5

Base Price: $6,995; Shipping Weight: 2,900 Pounds;

Production Total: *

4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8308-5

Base Price: $7,730; Shipping Weight: 2,938 Pounds;

Production Total: *

Concord Limited:

4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8308-7

Base Price: $8,117; Shipping Weight: 2,990 Pounds;

Production Total: *

* Production Totals for Base Concord include DL & Limited Models.

5,300 Concords were produced for the 1983 model year.

AMC Eagle, Series 30, 4 & 6 Cylinder, Body Styles

Base Eagle:

4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8335-5

Base Price: $9,162/$9,317; Shipping Weight: 3,181/3,309 Pounds;

Production Total: 3,093

4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8338-5

Base Price: $9,882/$10,037; Shipping Weight: 3,201/3,329 Pounds;

Production Total: 12,378

Eagle Limited:

4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8238-7

Base Price: $10,343/$10,498; Shipping Weight: 3,215/3,343 Pounds;

Production Total: *

* Production Totals for Base Eagle include Limited Models.

Prices & Weights are shown as 4 Cylinder/6 Cylinder.

17,730 Eagles were produced for the 1983 model year. Four Cylinder Engines were installed in 464 Eagles and Six Cylinder Engines were installed in 17,266 Eagles.

AMC Spirit, Series 40, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

Spirit DL:

2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8343-9

Base Price: $5,995; Shipping Weight: 2,732 Pounds;

Production Total: *

Spirit GT:

2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8343-9

Base Price: $6,495; Shipping Weight: 2,756 Pounds;

Production Total: *

* 3,491 Spirits were produced for the 1983 model year..

AMC SX/4 Series 50, 4 & 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

Base Eagle Kammback:

2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8353-0

Base Price: $7,697/$7,852; Shipping Weight: 2,956/3,084 Pounds;

Production Total: 2,259

Eagle SX/4 DL:

2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8353-5

Base Price: $8,164/$8,319; Shipping Weight: 3,025/3,153 Pounds;

Production Total: *

* Production Totals for Base Eagle Series 50 Models include DL Models.

Prices & Weights are shown as 4 Cylinder/6 Cylinder.

2,259 Eagle Series 50 Cars were produced for the 1983.

1983 AMC

Chasis Specifications:

Concord:

Wheelbase: 108"

Overall Length: 185"

Height: 51.0" to 51.6"

Width: 71"

Front Tread: 57.6"

Rear Tread: 57.1"

Standard Tire Size: P195/75R14

Spirit:

Wheelbase: 96"

Overall Length: 167.2"

Height: 51.5"

Width: 71.9"

Front Tread: 57.6"

Rear Tread: 57.1"

Standard Tire Size: P195/75R14

Eagle 30:

Wheelbase: 109.3"

Overall Length: 183.2"

Height: 55.0"-55.4"

Width: 72.3"

Front Tread: 59.6"

Rear Tread: 57.6"

Standard Tire Size: P195/75R15

Eagle 50:

Wheelbase: 97.2"

Overall Length: 164.6"

Height: 55.0"

Width: 73"

Front Tread: 59.6"

Rear Tread: 57.6"

Standard Tire Size: P195/75R15

1983 AMC General Engine Specifications, 4 Cylinder

Base 4 Cylinder Engine:

Engine Type: Inline 4 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Engine Displacement: 151 Cu. In. or 2.5 Litres

VIN Engine Code: B

Carburetor: Rochester E2SE, 2 Barrell

Bore & Stroke: 4.0" X 3.3"

Compresssion Ratio: 8.2 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 25.6

Horsepower: 84 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 125 Ft Lbs @ 2,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 36-41 PSI

Replacement 4 Cylinder Engine:

Engine Type: Inline 4 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Engine Displacement: 150 Cu. In. or 2.46 Litres

VIN Engine Code: U

Carburetor: Carter YFA, 1 Barrell

Bore & Stroke: 3.88" X 3.19"

Compresssion Ratio: 9.2 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 24.08

Horsepower: 132 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 125 Ft Lbs @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI

1983 AMC General Engine Specifications, 6 Cylinder

Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Engine Displacement: 258 Cu. In. or 4.23 Litres

VIN Engine Code: C

Carburetor: Carter 2SE, 2 Barrell

Bore & Stroke: 3.75" X 3.90"

Compresssion Ratio: 9.2 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 33.75

Horsepower: 110 @ 3,200 RPM

Torque: 210 Ft Lbs @ 1,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI

Axle Ratios:

Concord: 2.21:1; 2.35:1; 2.73:1; 3.08:1

Eagle: 2.35:1; 2.73:1; 3.08:1; 3.54:1

Spirit: 2.21:1; 2.35:1; 2.53:1; 2.73:1

Tune Up Specifications:

4 Cylinder, VIN Code B, Except California:

Spark Plug: Gap .060"

Firing Order: 1-3-4-2

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 650 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 550 RPM (700 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.

Fast Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 2,500 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 2,700 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6-1/2 to 8 PSI

4 Cylinder, VIN Code B, California:

Spark Plug: Gap .060"

Firing Order: 1-3-4-2

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 650 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 550 RPM (700 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.

Fast Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 2,500 RPM

Automatic Transmission:

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6-1/2 to 8 PSI

4 Cylinder, VIN Code U, Except High Altitude:

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Firing Order: 1-3-4-2

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 500 RPM (750 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 500 RPM (700 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.

Fast Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 2,000 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 2,300 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI

4 Cylinder, VIN Code U, High Altitude:

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Firing Order: 1-3-4-2

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 19 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 19 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 500 RPM (750 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 500 RPM (700 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized).

Fast Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 2,000 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 2,300 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI

6 Cylinder, Concord & Spirit, Except High Altitude:

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 650 RPM (750 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 550 RPM (650 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized).

Fast Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 1,700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 1,850 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI

Eagle, 6 Cylinder, Except California &High Altitude:

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 600 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 500 RPM (800 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.

Fast Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 1,700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 1,850 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI

Eagle, 6 Cylinder, California:

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 650 RPM (750 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 550 RPM (650 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized).

Fast Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 1,700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 1,850 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI

Eagle, 6 Cylinder, High Altitude:

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 13 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 13 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 700 RPM (750 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 650 RPM (80750 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.

Fast Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 1,700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 1,850 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI

Cylinder Heads, Valve Guides & Valve Seats:

4 Cylinder, 150 Cu. In. Engine:

Head Warpage Limit: .001"-.008"

Valve Guides:

Indide Diameter: .313"-.314"

Stem to Guide Clearance: .001"-.003"

Valve Seats:

Seat Angle: 44.5 Degrees

Seat Width: Intake: .040"-.060"; Exhaust: .040"-.060"

Run Out: .0025"

4 Cylinder, 151 Cu. In. Engine:

Head Warpage Limit: .001"-.008"

Valve Guides:

Stem to Guide Clearance: .0010"-.0017"

Valve Seats:

Seat Angle: 46 Degrees

Seat Width: Intake: .0353"-.0747"; Exhaust: .058"-.097"

6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In. Engine:

Head Warpage Limit: .001"-.008"

Valve Guides:

Inside Diameter: .3735"-.3745"

Stem to Guide Clearance: .001"-.003"

Valve Seats:

Seat Angle: Intake: 29 Degrees; Exhaust: 44 Degrees

Seat Width: Intake: .040"-.060"; Exhaust: .040"-.060"

Valves & Springs:

4 Cylinder, 150 Cu. In. Engine:

Valves:

Stem Diameter: .311"-.312"

Maximum Tip Refinished: .010"

Face Angle: 44 Degrees

Margin: .0313"

Valve Springs:

Free Length: 1.82"

Installed Height: 1.625"

Pressure: 205 PSI @ 1.20 Lbs

4 Cylinder, 151 Cu. In. Engine:

Valves:

Stem Diameter: .3416"-.3425"

Installed Height: Intake: 2.057"; Exhaust: 1.730"

Face Angle: 45 Degrees

Margin: .0313"

Valve Springs:

Installed Height: 1.66"

Pressure: 172 PSI @ 1.254 Lbs

6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In. Engine:

Valves:

Stem Diameter: .3715"-.3725"

Maximum Tip Refinish: .010"

Face Angle: Intake: 29 Degrees; Exhaust: 44 Degrees

Margin: .0313"

Valve Springs:

Free Length: 1.99"

Installed Height: 1.786"

Pressure: 188 PSI @ 1.411 Lbs

Crankshaft & Bearings:

4 Cylinder, 150 Cu. In. Engine:

Crankshaft:

Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.4996"-2.5001"

Connecting Rod Journal Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0955"

Maximum out of Round: .0005"

Maximum Taper: .0005"

Bearing Clearance:

Main Bearings: .001"-.0025"

Connecting Rod Bearings: .001"-.003"

Thrust Bearing: .0015"-.0065"

4 Cylinder, 151 Cu. In. Engine:

Crankshaft:

Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.2988"

Connecting Rod Journal Diameter: 2.000"

Maximum out of Round: .0005"

Maximum Taper: .0005"

Bearing Clearance:

Main Bearings: .0005"-.0022"

Connecting Rod Bearings: .0005"-.0026"

Thrust Bearing: .0035"-.0085"

6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In. Engine:

Crankshaft:

Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.4996"-2.5001"

Connecting Rod Journal Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0955"

Maximum out of Round: .0005"

Maximum Taper: .0005"

Bearing Clearance:

Main Bearings: .001"-.0025"

Connecting Rod Bearings: .001"-.003"

Thrust Bearing: .0015"-.0065"

Connecting Rods:

4 Cylinder, 150 Cu. In. Engine:

Pin Bore Diameter: .9288"-.9298"

Big End Bore Diameter: 2.2080"-2.2085"

Side Clearance: .010"-.019"

4 Cylinder, 151 Cu. In. Engine:

Side Clearance: .006"-.022"

6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In. Engine:

Pin Bore Diameter: .9288"-.9298"

Big End Bore Diameter: 2.2080"-2.2085"

Side Clearance: .010"-.019"

Pistons, Pins, & Rings, 4 Cylinder, 150 Cu. In. Engine:

Piston Clearance: .009"-.0017"

Piston Pin Bore Diameter: .9308"-.9313"

Piston Pin Diameter: .9394"-.9309"

Piston to Pin Clearance: .0003"-.0005"

Piston Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .010"

Piston Ring Side Clearance:

Compression: .0017"-.0032"

Oil: .001"-.008"

Pistons, Pins, & Rings, 4 Cylinder, 151 Cu. In. Engine:

Piston Diameter: 3.9968"-3.9992"

Piston Clearance: .0017"-.0041"

Piston Pin Diameter: .9270"-.9074"

Piston to Pin Clearance: .0003"-.0005"

Piston Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Piston Ring Side Clearance:

Compression: .0030"

Pistons, Pins, & Rings, 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In. Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0009"-.0017"

Piston Pin Bore Diameter: .9308"-.9313"

Piston to Pin Diameter: .9394"-.9309"

Piston to Pin Clearance: .0003"-.0005"

Piston Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .010"

Piston Ring Side Clearance:

Compression: .0017"-.0032"

Oil: .001"-.008"

Engine Tightening Specifications, 150 Cu. Inch 4 Cylinder:

Spark Plugs: 27 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs

Intake Manifold Bolts: 23 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold Bolts: 23 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft Brackets: 19 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Cover: 28 Inch Lbs

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 33 Ft. Lbs

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 50 Ft. Lbs, then tighten an additional 60 degrees

Viabration Damper or Pulley: 80 Ft. Lbs

Engine Tightening Specifications, 151 Cu. Inch 4 Cylinder:

Spark Plugs: 11 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 92 Ft. Lbs

Intake Manifold Bolts: 37 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold Bolts: 37 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft Brackets: 20 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Cover: 7 Ft. Lbs

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 68 Ft. Lbs

Viabration Damper or Pulley: 160 Ft. Lbs

Engine Tightening Specifications, 6 Cylinder:

Spark Plugs: 11 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs

Intake Manifold Bolts: 23 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold Bolts: 23 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft Brackets: 19 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Cover: 28 Inch Lbs

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 33 Ft. Lbs

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 105 Ft. Lbs

Viabration Damper or Pulley: 80 Ft. Lbs

Air Conditioning Data:

Refrigerant Capacity: 2 Pounds

Refrigerant Oil:

Viscosity: 500

Total System Capacity: 7-8 Ounces

Compressor Clutch Air Gap: .016"-.031"

Brake Data:

Rotor Specifications, All Except Eagle:

Minimum Refinish Thickness: .815"

Thickness Variation Parellellism: .0005"

Lateral Runout: .003"

Finish: 15-80 Micro inches

Rotor Specifications, Eagle:

Minimum Refinish Thickness: .815"

Thickness Variation Parellellism: .0005"

Lateral Runout: .004"

Finish: 15-80 Micro inches

Caliper Specifications:

Bore Diameter: 2.6"

Rear Brake Drum Diameter:

Eagle: 10"

Concord: 9" (10" on 6 Cylinder Station Wagon)

Spirit: 9" (10" with Tuned Suspension)

Distributor Specifications:

Distributor #1103527

Advance Starts: -1/2 to 0 Degrees @ 400 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 1 to 2.5 Degrees @ 800 RPM

3 to 5 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM

4-1/2 to 6-1/2 Degrees @ 1,600 RPM

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 3" to 4-1/2" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 10-1/2 Degrees @ 7" Vacuum

Distributor #1110597

Advance Starts: -1/2 to 0 Degrees @ 400 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 1/8 to 2-1/8 Degrees @ 800 RPM

2-1/2 to 4-1/2 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM

4-1/8 to 6-1/8 Degrees @ 1,600 RPM

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 2-1/2" to 5" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 9-3/4 Degrees @ 8-3/4" Vacuum

Distributor #3242409

Advance Starts: -1/2 to 1/2 Degrees @ 400 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 2 to 4 Degrees @ 800 RPM

Full Advance: 7 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 3" to 5" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 12-1/2 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum

Starting Motor Applications:

Engine: 4 Cylinder 150, Code U: Ford #E1FF-BA

Engine: 4 Cylinder 151, Code B: Delco #3236659

Engine: 6 Cylinder 258, Code C: Ford #E1FF-BA

Drive Axle Specifications:

Model: 7-9/16" Drive Gear

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .005"-.009"

Pinion Bearing Pre-Load

Method: Sleeves

New Bearings: 15-25 Inch Pounds

Used Bearings: 15-25 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

New Bearings: .008"

Used Bearings: .008"

Axle Shaft End Play: .006"

Drive Axle Specifications, Front Axle, Eagle Model 30:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .005"-.010"

Pinion Bearing Pre-Load

Method: Shims

New Bearings: 20-40 Inch Pounds

Used Bearings: 15-25 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

New Bearings: .015"

Used Bearings: .015"

Axle Shaft End Play: .003"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Concord & Spirit:

Caster: + 4-1/2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 3/8 Degrees

Right: + 1/8 Degrees

Toe-In: 1/16" - 3/16"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Eagle:

Caster: + 4 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 3/8 Degrees

Right: + 3/8 Degrees

Toe-In: 1-16"-3/16"

Toe-Out on Turns: Inner Wheel: 38 Degrees

Alternator Specifications:

Delco

Model # N/A

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Output: 42 Amperes

Field Current: 4.0-5.0 Amperes

Regulator #1116387

Regulator Voltage @ 120 Degrees (F): 13.4-14.4 Volts

Delco

Model # N/A

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Output: 56 Amperes

Field Current: 4.0-5.0 Amperes

Regulator #1116387

Regulator Voltage @ 120 Degrees (F): 13.4-14.4 Volts

Delco

Model # N/A

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Output: 66 Amperes

Field Current: 4.0-5.0 Amperes

Regulator #1116387

Regulator Voltage @ 120 Degrees (F): 13.4-14.4 Volts

Delco

Model # N/A

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Output: 78 Amperes

Field Current: 4.0-5.0 Amperes

Regulator #1116387

Regulator Voltage @ 120 Degrees (F): 13.4-14.4 Volts

Capacities:

Capacities, Eagle, 4 Cylinder Engine Code U:

Cooling System: 6.5 Quarts (With or Without Air Conditioning)

Radiator Cap Pressure: 15 Lbs

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill with Filter: 4 Quarts

Manual Transmission:

4 Speed: 3.5 Pints

5 Speed: 4.0 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 7.1 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3 Pints

Front Axle: 2.5 Pints

Transfer Case: 3.0 Quarts

Capacities, Eagle, 4 Cylinder Engine Code B:

Cooling System: 6.5 Quarts (With or Without Air Conditioning)

Radiator Cap Pressure: 15 Lbs

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons; SX/4, 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill with Filter: 3 Quarts

Manual Transmission:

4 Speed: 3.5 Pints

5 Speed: 4.0 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 7.1 Quarts

Transfer Case, 3 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3 Pints

Front Axle: 2.5 Pints

Transfer Case: 3.0 Quarts

Capacities, Spirit & Concord, 6 Cylinder

Cooling System:

Without Air Conditioning: 11 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 14 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 15 Lbs

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Spirit: 21 Gallons

Concord: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill with Filter: 5 Quarts

Manual Transmission:

4 Speed: 3.5 Pints

5 Speed: 4.0 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 8.5 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3 Pints

Capacities, Eagle, 6 Cylinder

Cooling System: 14 Quarts (With or Without Air Conditioning)

Radiator Cap Pressure: 15 Lbs

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons; SX/4, 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill with Filter: 5 Quarts

Manual Transmission:

4 Speed: 3.5 Pints

5 Speed: 4.0 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 8.5 Quarts

Transfer Case, 3 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3 Pints

Front Axle: 2.5 Pints

Carburetor Specifications:

Rochester 2SE & ESE Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor #17082380

Float Level:

Manual Transmission: .216"

Automatic Transmission: .138"

Accelerator Pump: .128"

Choke Coil Lever: .085"

Vacuum Break: 21 Degrees

Air Valve Rod: 2 Degrees

Unloader: 34 Degrees

Secondary Lockout: .050"-.080"

Carburetor #17082384, #17082385

Float Level: .138"

Accelerator Pump: .128"

Choke Coil Lever: .085"

Vacuum Break: 19 Degrees

Air Valve Rod: 2 Degrees

Unloader: 34 Degrees

Secondary Lockout: .050"-.080

Carter BBD Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor Model: BBD

Part #8360, #8362, #8364, & #8367

Float Level: 1/4"

Pump Travel: .520"

Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"

Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .140"

Vacuum Piston Gap: .035"

Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .095"

Automatic Choke Setting: Fold Index Key:0; Red Index Key: 1NR;

Green Index Key: 2NR. Fast Idle Cam on Second Step of Cam.

Carter YFA Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor Model: YFA

Part #7452, & #7454

Float Level: .600"

Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .200"

Choke Unloader Setting: .280"

Fast Idle Cam Position Setting: .175"

Automatic Choke Setting: Tamperproof

Carburetor Model: YFA

Part #7453, & #7455

Float Level: .600"

Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .280"

Choke Unloader Setting: .280"

Fast Idle Cam Position Setting: .175"

Automatic Choke Setting: Tamperproof

Popular Options

Manual Transmission Options, Automatic Transmission, Twin Grip Differential on Spirit & Concord, Heavy Duty Cooling System, Handling Package, Towing Package, Block Heater, Insulation Package, Door Edge Guards, Front & Rear Bumper Guards, Front & Rear Floor Mats, Gauge Package (Except Concord), Left & Right Remote Outside Mirrors, Manual or Electric, Day/Night Mirror, Power Steering, Power Front Disc Brakes, Cruise Control, Fog Lamps, Halogen Headlamps, Dual Horns, AM Radio, AM/FM/CB Stereo Radio, AM/FM Stereo Radio, AM/FM Cassette Stereo Radio, Premium Audio System, Power Antenna, Power Windows & Locks, Power Deck Release, Power Front Seats, Rear Defogger, Custom Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Various Paint, Trim & Upholstery Options.

1983 AMC Colors & Codes:

Code Color Model Availability

OM Dark Brown 2, 3

1E Copper Brown 1, 2, 3

1J Vintage Red 1, 2, 3

1K Deep Maroon 1, 2, 3

2A Mist Silver 1, 2, 3

2C Slate Blue 1, 2, 3

2D Deep Night Blue 1, 2, 3

2H Topaz Gold 1, 2, 3

2J Jamaican Beige 1, 2, 3

3B Sebring Red 1, 2, 3

9B White 1, 2, 3

P1 Black 1, 2, 3

OT Black Accent 2, 3

1 - Concord

2 - Eagle

3 - Spirit

1983 AMC Historical Data:

New AMC built 4 Cylinder Engine introduced in mid-year 1983.

Model Year Introduction for the 1983 AMC Models was on September 22, 1982

Total 1983 AMC Production was 26,521

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

None