1976 CHEVROLET

MONTE CARLO

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Monte Carlo, Series 1A, 8 Cylinder

Chasis Features:

Wheelbase:

2 Door: 116 Inches

Overall Length:

2 Door: 212.7 Inches

Tire Size: GR70 x 15 Inches

1976 Monte Carlo Engines:

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.

Monte Carlo Models:

MONTE CARLO 'S', 8 CYLINDER:

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

Base Price: $4,673; Shipping Weight: 3,907 Lbs..

Total Production: 191,370

MONTE CARLO LANDAU, 8 CYLINDER:

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

Base Price: $4,966; Shipping Weight: N/A.

Total Production: 161,902

1976 CHEVROLET

MONTE CARLO

Tune Up Specifications - Monte Carlo:

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 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-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: 11 inches

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brake: 2-15/16"

Rear Drum: 1"

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, Power Door Locks, 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

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 Monte Carlo Historical Data:

1976 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was in not available.

Model Year Production: 353,272 Monte Carlos.

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