1988 (AMC) EAGLE

1988 (AMC) EAGLE

Note: On August 5, 1987, American Motors Corporation was purchased by Chrysler Corporation. Eagle became a division of Chrysler Corporation. 1988 Eagles designed by American Motors Corporation were continued from 1987 with little change.

Model Designations:

AMC Eagle, Series 30, 6 Cylinder

AMC Eagle, Series 30, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles

4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8838-5

Base Price: $12,995; Shipping Weight: 3,502 Pounds;

Production Total: 2,305

1988 (AMC) EAGLE

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

1988 AMC General Engine Specifications:

1988 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: 110 @ 3,200 RPM

Torque: 210 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI

Standard Axle Ratios:

Eagle, 6 Cylinder: 2.73:1

Tune Up Specifications:

6 Cylinder:

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

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, 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, 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: 4.0 Pints

5 Speed: 4.0 Pints

Transfer Case: 3.0 Quarts

Automatic Transmission: 8.5 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"

Popular Options:

Note: No option listing is available for the 1988 Eagle. The 1987 options are listed below and it is assumed there was no change.

Automatic Transmission, 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-FM Stereo 4 Speaker Radio, Electronically Tuned AM/FM Cassette Stereo Radio, Power Door Locks, Power Windows, Power Deck Release, Power Front Seat, Floor Shift Console, Parcel Shelf, Rear Defogger, Woodgrain Steering Wheel, Tilt Steering Wheel, Wire Wheel Covers, Tinted Glass, Woodgrain Paneling on Wagon, Roof Rack on Wagons, Locking Gas Cap, Bumper Guards, Sport Aluminum Wheels, Tire Options.

1988 AMC Colors & Codes:

Code Color

3D Sterling

4B Mocha Brown

5J Dark Blue

BH Silver

BK Vivid Red

CA Pearl White

CB Buff Yellow

CC Dover Gray

P1 Classic Black

1988 AMC Historical Data:

On August 5, 1987, American Motors Corporation was purchased by Chrysler Corporation.

Total 1988 AMC Eagle Production was 2,305.

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

None