1977 CHEVROLET
MONTE CARLO
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Monte Carlo, Series 1A, 8 Cylinder
Chasis Features:
Wheelbase:
2 Door: 116 Inches
Overall Length:
2 Door: 213.3 Inches
Tire Size: GR70 x 15 Inches
1977 Monte Carlo Engines:
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.
Monte Carlo Models:
MONTE CARLO 'S', 8 CYLINDER:
Model #H57, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $4,968; Shipping Weight: 3,852 Lbs..
Total Production: 224,327
MONTE CARLO LANDAU, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #H57, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger,
Base Price: $5,298; Shipping Weight: N/A.
Total Production: 186,711
1977 CHEVROLET
MONTE CARLO
Tune Up Specifications - Monte Carlo:
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: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive: 650 RPM 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
Gap .045"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized.
Fast Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM, on high step of fast idle cam with EGRhose disconnected and 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
Gap .045"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized.
Fast Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM, on high step of fast idle cam with EGRhose disconnected and plugged and Air Conditioning "Off"
Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI
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: 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-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: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 15/16"
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 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:
Plastic: Chevette 2 Door Sedan; Vega 2 Door Sedan; Monza 2+2 Coupe; Corvette Sting Ray Coupe.
1977 Monte Carlo Historical Data:
1977 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was September 30, 1976.
Model Year Production: 411,038 Monte Carlos.
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