1984 AMC

Model Designations:

AMC Eagle, Series 30, 4 & 6 Cylinder

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

Base Eagle:

4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8435-5

Base Price: $9,495/$9,666; Shipping Weight: 3,189/3,307 Pounds;

Production Total: 4,241

4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8438-5

Base Price: $10,225/$10,396; Shipping Weight: 3,220/3,338 Pounds;

Production Total: 21,294

Eagle Limited:

4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8438-7

Base Price: $10,695/$10,866; Shipping Weight: 3,236/3,354 Pounds;

Production Total: *

* Production Totals for Base Eagle include Limited Models.

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

25,535 Eagles were produced for the 1984 model year.

Four Cylinder Engines were installed in 184 Eagles.

1984 AMC

Chasis Specifications:

Eagle 30:

Wheelbase: 109.3"

Overall Length: 180.9"

Height: 55.4"

Width: 72.3"

Front Tread: 59.6"

Rear Tread: 57.6"

Standard Tire Size: P195/75R15

1984 AMC General Engine Specifications, 4 Cylinder

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: 132 Ft Lbs @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI

1984 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 BBD, 2 Barrell

Bore & Stroke: 3.75" X 3.90"

Compresssion Ratio: 9.2 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 33.75

Horsepower: 112 @ 3,200 RPM

Torque: 210 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI

Axle Ratios:

Eagle, 4 Cylinder: 3.54:1

Eagle, 6 Cylinder:

With Manual Transmission: 2.73:1

With Automatic Transmission: 2.35:1; Optional: 2.73:1

With Towing Package: 3.08:1

Tune Up Specifications:

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: 750 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 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: 750 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 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, Except High Altitude:

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

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

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 9 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 9 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 680 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 600 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, Except California &High Altitude:

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

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

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 16 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 16 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 700 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 650 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

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

Starting Motor Applications:

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

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

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

Outer Wheel: Wheels at Full Turn

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: 80 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

Brake Data:

Rotor Specifications, Eagle:

Nominal Thickness: .880"

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)

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"

Capacities:

Capacities, Eagle, 4 Cylinder Engine Code U:

Cooling System: 9 Quarts (With or Without Air Conditioning)

Radiator Cap Pressure: 15 Lbs

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill with Filter: 4 Quarts

Manual Transmission:

4 Speed: 3.5 Pints

5 Speed: 4.0 Pints

Transfer Case: 3.0 Quarts

Automatic Transmission: 7 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3 Pints

Front Axle: 2.5 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

Engine Oil Refill with Filter: 5 Quarts

Manual Transmission:

4 Speed: 3.5 Pints

5 Speed: 4.0 Pints

Transfer Case: 3.0 Quarts

Automatic Transmission: 7 Quarts

Transfer Case, 3 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3 Pints

Front Axle: 2.5 Pints

Carter BBD Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor Model: BBD

Part #8383, 8384

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: 1 Rich

Carburetor Model: BBD

Part #8385S

Float Level: 1/4"

Pump Travel: 15/32"

Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"

Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .140"

Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .070"

Carter YFA Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor Model: YFA

Part #7700, #7701, #7702, & #7703

Float Level: .600"

Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .240"

Choke Unloader Setting: .370"

Fast Idle Cam Position Setting: .175"

Automatic Choke Setting: Tamperproof

Popular Options

Automatic Transmission, 6 Cylinder Engine, Heavy Duty Cooling System, Extra Heavy Duty Suspension, Automatic Load Leveling, Towing Package, Heavy Duty Battery, Block Heater, Sport Package, Right Remote Mirror, Left & Right Chrome Remote Mirrors, Cruise Control, Air Conditioning, Halogen Headlamps, Halogen Fog Lamps, AM Radio, AM-FM Stereo 4 Speaker Radio, AM/FM Stereo Cassette Radio, Electronically Tuned AM/FM Cassette Stereo Radio with Power Amplifier and 4 Coax Speakers, Power Door Locks, Power Windows, Power Deck Release, Power Front Seat, Floor Shift Console, Rear Defogger, Woodgrain Steering Wheel, Tilt Steering Wheel, Tinted Glass, Woodgrain Paneling on Wagon, Roof Rack on Wagons, Locking Gas Cap, Bumper Guards, Sport Aluminum Wheels, Tire Options.

1984 AMC Colors & Codes:

2A Mist Silver

2C Slate Blue

2D Deep Night Blue

2H Topaz Gold

3B Sebring Red

3P Garnet

4A Autumn Brown

4B Mocha Brown

4E Chestnut Brown

9B White

P1 Black

OT Black Accent

1984 AMC Historical Data:

Model Year Introduction for the 1984 AMC Models was on September 25, 1983

Total 1984 AMC Eagle Production was 25,535

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

None

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