1976 CHEVROLET

CHEVELLE

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Chevelle Malibu, Series 1AC, 6 & 8Cylinder

Chevelle Malibu Classic, Series 1AD, 6 & 8Cylinder

Chevelle Malibu Classic Estate Wagon, Series 1AG, 8 Cylinder

Chevelle Laguna Type S-3, Series 1AE, 8 Cylinder

Chasis Features:

Wheelbase:

2 Door: 112 Inches - All Series

4 Door: 116 Inches - All Series

Wagon: 116 Inches

Overall Length:

Wagon: 215.2 Inches

4 Door: 219.3 Inches

2 Door: 205.3 Inches

Tire Size:

Passenger Cars, 6 Cylinder: FR78 x 15"

Passenger Cars, 8 Cylinder: GR78 x 15"

Station Wagons: HR78 x 15"

1976 Chevelle Engines:

6 Cylinder, Inline, Overhead Valve, 250 Cu. In., 105 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 305 Cu. In., 140 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 305 Cu. In., 145 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 165 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 400 Cu. In., 175 HP

See 1976 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.

Chevelle Models:

CHEVELLE MALIBU, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #1AC37, 2 Door Colonnade Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,636; Shipping Weight: 3,650 Lbs.

Production Total: 12,616

Model #1AC29, 4 Door Colonnade Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,671; Shipping Weight: 3,729 Lbs.

Production Total: 13,116

CHEVELLE MALIBU, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1AC37, 2 Door Colonnade Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,166; Shipping Weight: 3,755 Lbs.

Production Total: 17,976

Model #1AC29, 4 Door Colonnade Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,201; Shipping Weight: 3,834 Lbs.

Production Total: 25,353

Model #1AC35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,543; Shipping Weight: 4,238 Lbs.

Production Total: 13,581

Model #1AC35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $4,866; Shipping Weight: 4,268 Lbs.

Production Total: 13,581

CHEVELLE MALIBU CLASSIC, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #1AD37; 2 Door Colonnade Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $3,926; Shipping Weight: 3,688 Lbs.

Production Total: 5,791

Model #1AD37; 2 Door Landau Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $3,930; Shipping Weight: Not Available.

Production Total: 672

Model #1AD29; 4 Door Colonnade Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,196; Shipping Weight: 3,827 Lbs.

Production Total: 4,253

CHEVELLE MALIBU CLASSIC, SERIES D, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1AD37; 2 Door Colonnade Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,455; Shipping Weight: 3,688 Lbs.

Production Total: 76,843

Model #1AD37; 2 Door Landau Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,640; Shipping Weight: Not Available.

Production Total: 22,495

Model #1AD29; 4 Door Colonnade Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,490; Shipping Weight: 3,932 Lbs.

Production Total: 73,307

Model #1AD35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $4,919; Shipping Weight: Not Available

Production Total: 11,617

Model #1AD35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,776 Shipping Weight: 4,300 Lbs.

Production Total: 24,635

CHEVELLE MALIBU ESTATE WAGON, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1AG35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $5,114; Shipping Weight: Not Available.

Production Total: 6,836

Model #1AG35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,971; Shipping Weight: 4,326 Lbs.

Production Total: 5,518

CHEVELLE LAGUNA TYPE S-3, SERIES E, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1AE37; 2 Door Colonnade Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,622; Shipping Weight: 3,978 Lbs.

Production Total: 9,100

1976 CHEVELLE

Tune Up Specifications - Chevelle - All Series:

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TS

Gap .035

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 850 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 305 Cu. In., Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Gap .045"

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 800 RPM

8 Cylinder Engine, 305 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Gap .045"

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Gap .045"

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 800 RPM in Drive

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Gap .045"

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

Capacities-All Series :

With 6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater Only: 15 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Total Capacity:

THM 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 305 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater Only: 17-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Automatic Transmission:

Total Capacity:

THM 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater Only: 17-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Automatic Transmission:

Total Capacity:

THM 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater Only: 17-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Automatic Transmission:

Total Capacity:

THM 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints

Valve Specifications:

See 1976 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

See 1976 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Engine Tightening:

See 1976 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

See 1976 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Distributor Specifications:

See 1976 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Starting Motor Specifications:

See 1976 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Carburetor Settings:

See 1976 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Rear Axle Specifications-All Series Chevelle:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .005"-.008"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Spacer

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 15-30 Inch Pounds

Used Bearings: 5-10 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment:

New Bearings: .010"

Used Bearings: .010"

Brake Specifications, Chevelle:

Brake Drum Diameter: 11 inches

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brake: 2-15/16"

Rear Drum:

Manual Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 15/16"

Malibu Classic & all V-8: 1-1/8"

Power Brakes: 1-1/8"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Chevelle, Manual Steering:

Caster: +1 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 1Degree

Right: + 1/2 Degree

Toe In; 0 to 1/8 inches;

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Chevelle, Power Steering:

Caster: +2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 1Degree

Right: + 1/2 Degree

Toe In; 0 to 1/8 inches;

Popular Options:

Power Front Drum Brakes, Power Front Disc Front Brakes, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, Rear Defogger, Push Button AM Radio, Push Button AM-FM Radio, Rear Antenna (except Station Wagons), AM-FM Stereo Radio, AM-FM Stereo Radio with Tape Deck, Cruise Control, Electric Clock, Power Tailgate Window for Station Wagons, Four Way Power Seat, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Sport Steering Wheel, Tilt Steering Wheel, Rear Defroster, Full Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Rally Wheels, Vinyl Top, Two-Tone Paint, Positraction Axle, Various Engine & Transmission Options.

Paint Colors & Codes:

11 Antique White

13 Cosworth Silver

16 Medium Gray

19 Texedo Black

21 Light Blue

24 Medium Blue

28 Light Blue

33 Dark Yellow

35 Dark Blue

36 Firethorn

37 Mahogany

40 Lime

45 Lime Green

49 Dark Green

50 Cream

51 Bright Yellow

57 Cream Gold

65 Buckskin

66 Burnt Orange

67 Medium Saddle

69 Corvette Dark Brosn

72 Red

75 Red

78 Medium Orange

Promotional Model Cars Available:

None

1976 Chevelle Historical Data:

1976 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date is not available.

Model Year Production: 333,243 Chevelles.

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