1975 CHEVROLET

MONTE CARLO

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Monte Carlo, Series 1H, 8 Cylinder

Chasis Features:

Wheelbase:

2 Door: 116 Inches

Overall Length:

2 Door: 214 Inches

Tire Size: GR70 x 15 Inches

1975 Monte Carlo Engines:

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 145 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 155 HP

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

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 454 Cu. In., 235 HP

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.

Monte Carlo Models:

MONTE CARLO 'S', 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1H57, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,249; Shipping Weight: 3,927 Lbs..

Total Production: 148,529

MONTE CARLO LANDAU, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1H57, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,519; Shipping Weight: 3,950 Lbs..

Total Production: 110,380

1975 CHEVROLET

MONTE CARLO

Tune Up Specifications - Monte Carlo:

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 145 H.P.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 155 H.P., Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 155 H.P., Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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, 400 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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, 454 Cu. In.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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

Ignition Timing: 16 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

Capacities-All Series :

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater Only: 16 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:

Normal Refill: 4 Quarts

Total Capacity:

THM 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle:

8-1/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater Only: 16 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

Automatic Transmission:

Normal Refill: 4 Quarts

Total Capacity:

THM 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle:

8-1/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater Only: 23 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 24 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:

Normal Refill: 4 Quarts

Total Capacity:

THM 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Hydramatic 400: 3-3/4 Quarts with Normal Refill

Rear Axle:

8-1/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints

Valve Specifications:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Engine Tightening:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Distributor Specifications:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Starting Motor Specifications:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Carburetor Settings:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Rear Axle Specifications-Monte Carlo:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adnustment: .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, Monte Carlo:

Brake Drum Diameter: 9-1/2 inches

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brake: 2-15/16"

Rear Drum: 7/8"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"

Power Brakes: 1-1/8"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Monte Carlo:

Caster: +5 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, AM-FM Stereo Radio, AM-FM Stereo Radio with Tape Deck, Cruise Control, Electric Clock, Four Way Power Seat, Power Convertible Top, Power Windows, Sky Roof, Sport Steering Wheel, Tilt Steering Wheel, Rear Defroster, Vinyl Top, Full Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Two-Tone Paint, Light Monitoring System, Positraction Axle, Various Engine & Transmission Options.

Paint Colors & Codes:

11 Antique White

13 Cosworth Silver

15 Light Gray

16 Medium Gray

19 Texedo Black

21 Silver Blue

24 Medium Blue

26 Bright Blue

29 Midnight Blue

44 Medium Green

49 Dark Green

50 Cream Beige

51 Bright Yellow

55 Sandstone

58 Dark Sandstone

59 Dark Brown

63 Light Saddle

64 Medium Orange

72 Medium Red

74 Dark Red

75 Light Red

80 Orange

Promotional Model Cars Available:

None

1975 Monte Carlo Historical Data:

1975 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was in September 1974.

Model Year Production: 258,909 Monte Carlos.

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