1977 CHEVROLET

CHEVELLE MALIBU

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Chevelle Malibu, Series 1A, 6 & 8Cylinder

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

Chasis Features:

Wheelbase:

2 Door: 112 Inches - All Series

4 Door: 116 Inches - All Series

Wagon: 116 Inches

Overall Length:

Wagon: 215.4 Inches

4 Door: 209.7 Inches

2 Door: 205.7 Inches

Standard Tire Size:

Passenger Cars: FR78 x 15"

Station Wagons: HR78 x 15"

1977 Chevelle Engines:

6 Cylinder, Inline, Overhead Valve, 250 Cu. In., 110 HP

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

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 170 HP

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.

Chevelle Models:

CHEVELLE MALIBU, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #C37, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,885; Shipping Weight: 3,551 Lbs.

Production Total: *

Model #C29, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,935; Shipping Weight: 3,628 Lbs.

Production Total: *

* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production are combined.

CHEVELLE MALIBU, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #C37, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,005; Shipping Weight: 3,650 Lbs.

Production Total: 28,793*

Model #C29, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,055; Shipping Weight: 3,727 Lbs.

Production Total: 39,064*

Model #C35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,734; Shipping Weight: 4,139 Lbs.

Production Total: 18,023

Model #C35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $4,877; Shipping Weight: Not Available

Production Total: 4,014

* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production are combined.

CHEVELLE MALIBU CLASSIC, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #D37; 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,125; Shipping Weight: 3,599 Lbs.

Production Total: *

Model #D37; 2 Door Landau Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,353; Shipping Weight: Not Available.

Production Total: *

Model #D29; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,475; Shipping Weight: 3,725 Lbs.

Production Total: *

* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production are combined.

CHEVELLE MALIBU CLASSIC, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #D37; 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,245; Shipping Weight: 3,698 Lbs.

Production Total: 73,739*

Model #D37; 2 Door Landau Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,473; Shipping Weight: Not Available.

Production Total: 37,215*

Model #D29; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,595; Shipping Weight: 3,824 Lbs.

Production Total: 76,776*

Model #D35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $5,085 Shipping Weight: 4,233 Lbs.

Production Total: 31,528

Model #D35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $5,208; Shipping Weight: Not Available

Production Total: 19,053

* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production are combined.

1977 CHEVELLE & MALIBU

Tune Up Specifications - Chevelle & Malibu - All Series:

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., Except California & High Altitude:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TS

Gap .035"

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

Ignition Timing:

Standard Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission:

Without Air Conditioning; 425 RPM; 750 RPM with throttle solenoid energized

With Air Conditioning: 425 RPM; 670 RPM with throttle solenoid energized

Automatic Transmission:

Without Air Conditioning: 425 RPM, in Drive; 550 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

With Air Conditioning: 425 RPM in Drive; 600 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fast Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 2,000 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 2,000 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., California:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TS

Gap .035"

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

Ignition Timing:

Automatic Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission:

Without Air Conditioning: 425 RPM, in Drive; 550 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

With Air Conditioning: 425 RPM in Drive; 600 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fast Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 1,800 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., High Altitude:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TS

Gap .035"

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

Ignition Timing:

Automatic Transmission: 10 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 425 RPM, in Drive; 600 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fast Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 2,000 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 305 Cu. In.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Gap .045"

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

Ignition Timing:

Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 650 in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., Except High Altitude:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Plug Gap: .045"

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

Ignition Timing:

Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fast Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 1,600 RPM, on high step of fast idle cam with EGR hose disconnected & plugged and Air Conditioning "Off"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., High Altitude:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Plug Gap: .045"

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

Ignition Timing:

Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fast Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 1,600 RPM, on high step of fast idle cam with EGR hose disconnected & plugged and Air Conditioning "Off"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI

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: 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 200, 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 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: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Automatic Transmission:

Total Capacity:

THM 200, 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 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: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Automatic Transmission:

Total Capacity:

THM 200, 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

Valve Specifications:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Engine Tightening:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Distributor Specifications:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Starting Motor Specifications:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Carburetor Settings:

See 1977 General Motors Carburetors 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: 15/16"

Power Brakes: 1-1/8"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 15/16"

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:

With Radial Tires: + 2 Degrees

With Bias Belted Tires: + 1 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 1 Degree

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 Radio with Stereo Tape Deck; 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 Silver

16 Medium Gray

19 Black

21 Light Blue

22 Light Blue Poly

29 Dark Blue

32 Light Lime

36 Firethorn

38 Dark Aqua

44 Medium Green

48 Dark Blue Green

50 Cream

51 Bright Yellow

61 Light Buckskin

63 Buckskin

64 Bright Orange

69 Brown

72 Red

75 Light Red

78 Orange

85 Medium Blue (2-Tone)

Promotional Model Cars Available:

None

1977 Chevelle Historical Data:

1977 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was September 30, 1976.

Model Year Production: 320,116 Chevelles.

Total 1977 Chevrolet Production: 2,079,798 including Corvettes.

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