1975 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL
Model Designations:
CHRYSLER:
Chrysler Newport, Series 5C-L, 8 Cylinder
Chrysler Newport Custom, Series 5C-M, 8 Cylinder
Chrysler New Yorker Brougham, Series 5C-S, 8 Cylinder
Town & Country, Series 5C-P, 8 Cylinder
Cordoba, Series SS22, 8 Cylinder
IMPERIAL:
LeBaron, Series 4Y-M, 8 Cylinder
BODY STYLES & PRICES:
Chrysler Newport, 8 Cylinder
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body#CL41
Base Price: $5,428; Shipping Weight: 4,450 Pounds;
Production Total: 24,339
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #CL23
Base Price: $5,511; Shipping Weight: 4,405 Pounds:
Production Total: 10,485
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #CL43
Base Price: $5,582; Shipping Weight: 4,485 Pounds:
Production Total: 6,846
Chrysler Newport Custom, 8 Cylinder
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body#CM41
Base Price: $5,828; Shipping Weight: 4,405 Pounds;
Production Total: 9,623
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #CM23
Base Price: $5,903; Shipping Weight: 4,455 Pounds:
Production Total: 5,831
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #CM43
Base Price: $5,997; Shipping Weight: 4,525 Pounds:
Production Total: 11,626
Chrysler New Yorker Brougham, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger Body #CS23
Base Price: $7,875; Shipping Weight: 4,680 Pounds;
Production Total: 7,567
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger Body #CS41
Base Price: $7,818; Shipping Weight: 4,660 Pounds;
Production Total: 5,698
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #CS43
Base Price: $7,965; Shipping Weight: 4,785 Pounds
Production Total: 12,774
Town & Country, 8 Cylinder:
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger, Body #CP45
Base Price: $6,099; Shipping Weight: 5,080 Pounds
Production Total: 1,891
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 9 Passenger, Body #CP46
Base Price: $6,244; Shipping Weight: 5,115 Pounds
Production Total: 4,764
Chrysler Cordoba, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger Body #SS22
Base Price: $5,581; Shipping Weight: 4,035 Pounds;
Production Total: 150,105
Imperial LeBaron, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #YM43
Base Price: $9,046; Shipping Weight: 5,065 Pounds;
Production Total: 6,102
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #YM23
Base Price: $8,900; Shipping Weight: 4,965 Pounds;
Production Total: 2,728
1975 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL
Chasis:
Wheelbase:
Chrysler:
Passenger Cars & Station Wagons: 124"
Cordoba: 115"
Imperial:
LeBaron: 124"
Tire Sizes:
Chrysler:
Cordoba: GR78 X 15"
Newport: HR78 X 15"
New Yorker: JR78 X 15"
Station Wagons: LR78 X 15"
Imperial:
LeBaron: LR78 X 15"
Rear Axle Ratios:
Chrysler & Imperial: Not Available
General Engine Specifications:
8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. In., 135 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.91" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 318 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.92
Horsepower: 135 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 245 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. In., 150 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.91" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 318 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.92
Horsepower: 150 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 255 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., 180 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.00" X 3.58"
Engine Displacement: 360 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.40:1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.2
Horsepower: 180 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 290 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., 190 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.00" X 3.58"
Engine Displacement: 360 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.40:1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.2
Horsepower: 190 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 270 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 400 Cu. In., 165 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.342" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 60.33
Horsepower: 165 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 295 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 400 Cu. In., 175 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.342" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 60.33
Horsepower: 175 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 300 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 400 Cu. In., 185 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.342" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 60.33
Horsepower: 185 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 285 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 400 Cu. In., 190 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.342" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 60.33
Horsepower: 190 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 290 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 400 Cu. In., 195 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.342" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 60.33
Horsepower: 195 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 285 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 400 Cu. In., 235 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.342" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 60.33
Horsepower: 235 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 320 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. In., 215 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.3200" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 440 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 59.72
Horsepower: 215 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 330 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
Tune Up Specifications:
Chrysler, 318 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, 2 Barrel Carburetor, with Catalytic Converter, Tune Up Specifications:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Except California Cars: 2 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
California Cars: TDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off
Idle CO%: .3%
Chrysler, 318 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, 2 Barrel Carburetor, with Air Pump, Tune Up Specifications:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
2 Degrees ATDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 900 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off
Idle CO%: .5%
Chrysler, 360 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off
Chrysler, 400 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, 2 Barrel Carburetor, Tune Up Specifications:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off
Idle CO%: .3%
Chrysler, 400 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, 4 Barrel Carburetor, Tune Up Specifications:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off
Chrysler, 400 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, 4 Barrel Carburetor, High Performance, Tune Up Specifications:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RJ87P
Spark Plug: Gap .035
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 850 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off
Idle CO%: .5%
Chrysler & Imperial, 440 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RJ87P
Spark Plug: Gap .040"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off
Valve Specifications:
Chrysler, 8 Cylinder 318 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face:
Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 43 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 277 Lbs @ 1-5/16"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake; .372"-373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Chrysler, 8 Cylinder 360 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face:
Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 43 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 208 Lbs @ 1-5/16"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake; .372"-373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Chrysler, 8 Cylinder 400 & 440 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-55/64"
Valve Spring Pressure: 200 Lbs @ 1-7/16"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0011"-.0028"
Exhaust
Hot End: .0021"-.0038"
Cold End: .0011"-.0028"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake; .3723"-373"
Exhaust:
Hot End: .3713"-.372"
Cold End: .3723"-.373"
Chrysler, 8 Cylinder 440 Cu. In. High Performance Engines:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-55/64"
Valve Spring Pressure: 246 Lbs @ 1-23/64"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0016"-.0033"
Exhaust
Hot End: .0026"-.0043"
Cold End: .0016"-.0033"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake; .3718"-3725"
Exhaust:
Hot End: .3708"-.3715"
Cold End: .3718"-.3725"
Piston, Pin, Ring, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:
Chrysler, 318 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder Engines
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9482"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.124"-2.125"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0020"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5005"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0020"
Thrust: #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .002"-.010"
Chrysler, 360 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder Engines
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9482"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.124"-2.125"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0020"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.8095"-2.8105"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0020"
Thrust: #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .002"-.010"
Chrysler, 400 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder Engines
Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013
Ring End
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance:
2 Barrel Carburetor: .0002"-.0022"
4 Barrel Carburetor: .004"-.0029"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.6245"-2.6255"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"
Thrust: #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Chrysler & Imperial, 440 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder Engines
Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013
Ring End
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0935"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.375"-2.376"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.0025"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0005-.0020"
Thrust: #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
318 & 360 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Chylinder Head Bolts: 95 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 40 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 20 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 200 Inch Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft.Lbs.
Flywheell to Crankshaft: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 100 Ft. Lbs.
400 & 440 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Chylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft.Lbs.
Flywheell to Crankshaft: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
Chrysler, 8 Cylinder, 318 Engine, Capacities:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 25-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4.5 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Chrysler, 8 Cylinder, 360 Engine, Capacities:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Cordoba: 25-1/2 Gallons
Chrysler: 26-1/2 Gallons
Station Wagon: 24 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4.5 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Chrysler, 8 Cylinder, 400 Engine, Capacities:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16-1/2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16-1/2 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 26-1/2 Gallons
Station Wagons: 24 Gallons
Cordoba Without Dual Exhausts: 25-1/2 Gallons
Cordoba With Dual Exhausts: 20-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4.5 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Chrysler, 8 Cylinder, 440 Engine, Capacities:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 26-1/2 Gallons
Station Wagons: 24 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4.5 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Imperial, All Series, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 25 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4.5 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Alternator & Regulator Specifications
Alternator # 36 Ampere - Yellow Tag
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.7 Amperes @ 12 Volts
Current Output:
65 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Operating Voltage:
15 Amperes, 13.9-14.6 Volts @ 120 Degrees @ 1,250 RPM
Alternator # 41 Ampere - Red Tag
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.7 Amperes @ 12 Volts
Current Output:
41 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Operating Voltage:
15 Amperes, 13.8-14.4 Volts @ 120 Degrees @ 1,250 RPM
Alternator # 47 Ampere - Green Tag
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.7 Amperes @ 12 Volts
Current Output:
47 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Operating Voltage:
15 Amperes, 13.9-14.6 Volts @ 120 Degrees @ 1,250 RPM
Alternator # 57 Ampere - Blue Tag
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.7 Amperes @ 12 Volts
Current Output:
57 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Operating Voltage:
15 Amperes, 13.9-14.6 Volts @ 120 Degrees @ 1,250 RPM
Alternator # 57 Ampere - Natural Tag
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.7 Amperes @ 12 Volts
Current Output:
57 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Operating Voltage:
15 Amperes, 13.9-14.6 Volts @ 120 Degrees @ 1,250 RPM
Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #3755250
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 32-36 Ounces
No Load Test: 90 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 5,700 RPM
Torque Test: 475-550 Amperes, 4.0 Volts
Part #3755900
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 32-36 Ounces
No Load Test: 90 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,700 RPM
Torque Test: 475-550 Amperes, 4.0 Volts
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications-8 Cylinder:
Distributor #3874090
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1.5 to 5.5 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5.5 to 8.0 Degrees @ 700 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 12.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3874101
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.5 to 3.0 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8.5 Degrees @ 950 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor #3874110
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 to 3.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8.5 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor #3874115
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 to 3.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8.5 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 12.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3874119
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 to 3.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 11.5 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 12.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3874173
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 to 3.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3.5 to 6 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor #3874298
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: .5 to 3.5 Degrees @ 700 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 10 Degrees @ 1,100 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 15.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3874596
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: .5 to 4 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 9 Degrees @ 850 RPM
Full Advance: 10.9 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor #3874754
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 4 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4.5 to 7 Degrees @ 650 RPM
Full Advance: 13.5 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 13.5" Vacuum
Carburetor Specifications-8 Cylinder:
Specific Carburetor Applications for the 1975 Chrysler & Imperial are not available.
See 1975 Carburetor Specifications for Chrysler Built Cars for full coverage.
Rear Axle Specifications:
Rear Axle Specifications, 8-3/4":
Rear Axle:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .006"-.008
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Collapsable Spacer
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: See Adjustment
Adjustment: Adjusted correctly when ring gear & pinion backlash adjusted correctly.
Rear Axle Specifications, 8-1/4":
Rear Axle:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Collapsable Spacer
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-35 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-25 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: See Adjustment
Adjustment: Adjusted correctly when ring gear & pinion backlash adjusted correctly.
Rear Axle Specifications, 9-1/4":
Rear Axle:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Collapsable Spacer
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-35 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-25 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: See Adjustment
Adjustment: Adjusted correctly when ring gear & pinion backlash adjusted correctly.
Rear Axle Specifications, 7-1/4":
Rear Axle:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .004"-.006"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Collapsable Spacer
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 15-25 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: See Adjustment
Adjustment: Adjusted correctly when ring gear & pinion backlash adjusted correctly.
Brake Specifications:
Chrysler Brakes, Except Cordoba:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 3.10"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1.03"
Power Brakes: 1.03"
Chrysler Cordoba Brakes:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 2-3/4"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1.03"
Power Brakes: 1.03"
Imperial Brakes:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc Brakes: 3.10"
Rear Disc Brake 2.60"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1.06"
Power Brakes: 1.06"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Series:
Caster: +3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +1/2 Degrees
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel:
All Except Cordoba: 18.3 Degrees
Cordoba: 18 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Popular Options, Chrysler:
Power Brakes for Newport; Power Steering for Newport; Air Conditioning; Air Conditioning with Automatic Temperature Control; Power Door Locks; Six Way Poer Seats; Power Vent Windows; Power Side Windows; Remote Trunk Release; Electronic Digital Clock; Tinted Glass; Automatic Headlignt Dimmer; Cornering Lights; Safeguard Sentinal; Dual Air Conditioning for Station Wagons; Luggage Rack for Station Wagons; Two Tone Paint; AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; AM-FM Search Tuner Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8 Track Tape; Rear Seat Speaker; Cruise Control; Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column; Sun Roof; Vinyl Top; Road Wheels; Undercoating; Heavy Duty Suspension; Premier Wheel Covers; Security Alarm System; Locking Gas Cap; Positive Traction Rear Axle; Various Engine Options. Automatic Transmission was Standard Equipment.
Popular Options, Imperial:
Air Contitioning; Dual Air Conditioning; Air Conditioning with Automatic Temperature Control; Dual Air Conditiioning with Automatic Temperature Control; Automatic Headlight Dimmer; Cruise Control; Rear Window Defogger; Power Door Locks; Engine Block Heater; Four Wheel Sure-Brake System; Tinted Glass; Rear Seat Heater & Defroster; Safeguard Sentinel Lighting; Right Side Mirror; Microphone; AM-FM Search Tuner Radio; AM-FM Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio with Tape Cassette; AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8 Track Tape Player; Six Way Power Seat; Spare Tire Cover; Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column; Power Operated Sun Roof; Four Wheel Sure Brake System; Sure-Grip Differential; Trailer Towing Package; Leather Trim; Locking Gas Cap; Power Trunk Lid Release; Vent Windows for 4 Door Models; Automatic Transmission was Standard Equipment.
Colors & Codes, Chrysler & Imperial:
Code Color
A-2 Silver Cloud
B-1 Powder Blue
B-2 Astral Blue
B-5 Lucerne Blue *
B-8 Starlight Blue
E-5 Rallye Red *
E-9 Vintage Red
G-2 Frosty Green
G-8 Deep Sherwood
J-2 Platinum
J-6 Avocado Gold
K-3 Bittersweet
L-4 Sahara Beige
L-5 Moondust
T-4 Cinnamon *
T-5 Sienna
T-9 Dark Chestnut
W-1 Spinnaker White
X-9 Formal Black
Y-4 Golden Fawn
Y-5 Yellow Blaze *
Y-6 Inca Gold
Y-9 Spanish Gold
999 Special Order Colors
* Cordoba Only
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
None
1975 Chrysler Historical Data
The 1975 Chrysler Model Year Introduction date is not available.
Total 1975 Chrysler Production was 251,549.
Total 1975 Imperial Production was 8,830.
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