1962 DODGE
Model Designations:
Dodge Dart, Series SD-1, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart, Series SD-2, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Dart 330, Series SD-1M, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart 330, Series SD-2M, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Dart 440, Series SD-1H, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart 440, Series SD-2H, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Polara 500, Series SD-2P, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Custom 880, Series SD-3L, 8 Cylinder
Lancer 170, Series SL1L, 6 Cylinder
Lancer 770, Series SL1H, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #413
Base Price: $ 2,297; Shipping Weight: 3,000 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #411
Base Price: $ 2,241; Shipping Weight: 2,970 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #456
Base Price: $ 2,644; Shipping Weight: 3,270 Pounds;
Dodge Dart, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #513
Base Price: $ 2,404; Shipping Weight: 3,170 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #511
Base Price: $ 2,348; Shipping Weight: 3,135 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #556
Base Price: $ 2,751; Shipping Weight: 3,435 Pounds;
Total Dart Production: 48,200
Dodge Dart 330, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #423
Base Price: $ 2,432; Shipping Weight: 3,000 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #421
Base Price: $ 2,375; Shipping Weight: 2,965 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #422
Base Price: $ 2,463; Shipping Weight: 2,985 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #466
Base Price: $ 2,739; Shipping Weight: 3,275 Pounds;
Dodge Dart 330, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #523
Base Price: $ 2,540; Shipping Weight: 3,170 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #521
Base Price: $ 2,482; Shipping Weight: 3,135 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #522
Base Price: $ 2,570; Shipping Weight: 3,155 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #566
Base Price: $ 2,848; Shipping Weight: 3,435 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #567
Base Price: $ 2,949; Shipping Weight: 3,500 Pounds;
Total Dart 330 Production: 25,500
Total Dart Station Wagon Production: 15,400
Dodge Dart 440, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #433
Base Price: $ 2,584; Shipping Weight: 3,045 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #432
Base Price: $ 2,606; Shipping Weight: 3,025 Pounds;
Dodge Dart 440, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #533
Base Price: $ 2,691; Shipping Weight: 3,205 Pounds;
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #534
Base Price: $ 2,763; Shipping Weight: 3,260 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #532
Base Price: $ 2,731; Shipping Weight: 3,185 Pounds;
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #535
Base Price: $ 2,945; Shipping Weight: 3,285 Pounds;
Total Dart 440 Production: 37,800
Dodge Polara 500, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #544
Base Price: $2,960; Shipping Weight: 3,360 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #542
Base Price: $3,019; Shipping Weight: 3,315 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #545
Base Price: $3,268; Shipping Weight: 3,430 Pounds
Total Dodge Polara 500 Production: 12,500
Dodge Custom 880, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #613
Base Price: $2,964; Shipping Weight: 3,655 Pounds
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #614
Base Price: $3,109; Shipping Weight: 3,680 Pounds
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #612
Base Price: $3,030; Shipping Weight: 3,615 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #615
Base Price: $3,251; Shipping Weight: 3,705 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #658
Base Price: $3,292; Shipping Weight: 4,025 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #L659
Base Price: $3,407; Shipping Weight: 4,055 Pounds
Total Dodge Custom 880 Production: 17,500 including Station Wagons.
Dodge Lancer 170, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #713
Base Price: $ 2,011; Shipping Weight: 2,525 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #711
Base Price: $ 1,911; Shipping Weight: 2,495 Pounds;
2 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #756
Base Price: $2,306; Shipping Weight: 2,685 Pounds;
Dodge Lancer 770, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #733
Base Price: $ 2,114; Shipping Weight: 2,540 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #731
Base Price: $ 2,052; Shipping Weight: 2,520 Pounds;
2 Door GT Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #742
Base Price: $ 2,257; Shipping Weight: 2,560 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body #776
Base Price: $2,408; Shipping Weight: 2,705 Pounds;
Total Lancer Production: 64,271
Wheelbase:
Lancer: 106.5"
Dart: 118"
Dodge Polara 500: 118"
Dodge Custom 880: 122"
Tire Sizes:
Lancer: 6.50 X 13"
Dart:
Passenger Cars: 6.50 X 14"
Station Wagons: 7.00 X 14"
Dodge Polara 500:
Passenger Cars: 6.50 X 14"
Station Wagons: 7.00 X 14"
Dodge Custom 880: 8.00 X 14"
Engine Availability by Model:
Engine Model
101 HP, 170 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Standard on Lancer
145 HP, 225 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Standard on Dart 6. Optional on Lancer
230 HP, 318 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Dart V-8
260 HP, 318 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Dart V-8
265 HP, 361 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Custom 880
305 HP, 361 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Polara 500. Optional on Dart V-8
365 HP, 413 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Dart & Polara 500
415 HP, 413 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Dart & Polara 500
1962 DODGE
General Engine Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine, 170 Cu. Inch, 101 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 6 Cylinder (Slant Six)
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.400" X 3.13"
Engine Displacement: 170 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 101 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 155 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
6 Cylinder Engine, 225 Cu. Inch, 145 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 6 Cylinder (Slant Six)
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.400" X 4.125"
Engine Displacement: 225 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 145 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 215 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 318 Cu. Inch, 230 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.91" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 318 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.92
Horsepower: 230 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 340 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 318 Cu. Inch, 260 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.91" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 318 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.92
Horsepower: 260 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 345 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 361 Cu. Inch, 265 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1250" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.45
Horsepower: 265 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 380 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 361 Cu. Inch, 305 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1250" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.45
Horsepower: 305 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 395 Ft Lbs @ 3,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 361 Cu. Inch, 310 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1250" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.45
Horsepower: 310 @ 5,200 RPM
Torque: 390 Ft Lbs @ 3,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
8 Cylinder Engine, 383 Cu. Inch, 330 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.2500" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.80
Horsepower: 330 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 425 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 383 Cu. Inch, 335 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.2500" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.80
Horsepower: 335 @ 5,200 RPM
Torque: 420 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
8 Cylinder Engine, 413 Cu. Inch, 365 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 365 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 460 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 413 Cu. Inch, 385 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 385 @ 5,200 RPM
Torque: 455 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
8 Cylinder Engine, 413 Cu. Inch, 410 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 410 @ 5,400 RPM
Torque: 460 Ft. Lbs. @ 4,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
1962 DODGE
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder, 170 & 225 Cu. Inch Engines with One Barrel Carburetor;
Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .020"
Cam Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 2-1/2 Degrees BTDC, on Pulley
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch, with Standard Transmission;
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch, with Automatic Transmission;
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. Inch, Custom 880;
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. Inch, Dart & Polara 500;
Spark Plug Type: Champion J9Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. Inch, High Performance Engine;
Spark Plug Type: Champion J9Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In. High Performance Engines:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J9Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 200 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In. Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J9Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 200 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Valve Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Intake .010"
Exhaust .020"
Valve Angles:
Seat: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Face: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 43 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 177 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. In. Engine:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Intake .013"
Exhaust .021"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 177 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash:
Intake: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Exhaust: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-55/64"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-15/32 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash, Cold:
Intake: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Exhaust: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-7/8"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-15/32 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 6 Cylinder:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9008"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.1865"-2.1875"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. In. Engine:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .015"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9842"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.124"-2.125"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5005"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.6245"-2.6255"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 200 Inch Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 10 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts:
Aluminum: 50 Ft. Lbs.
Cast Iron: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: Press Fit
8 Cylinder Engine, 318 Cu. Inch:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 40 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 15 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 36 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 361 & 383 Cu. Inch Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder 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.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 413 Cu. Inch Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 50 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
Lancer 6 Cylinder Models:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 11 Quarts
With Heater: 12 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 14 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
Dart 6 Cylinder Models:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 12 Quarts
With Heater: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Dart 8 Cylinder:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 20 Quarts
With Heater: 21 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 21 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 4-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Dodge Polara:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 20 Quarts
With Heater: 21 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 21 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 4-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Dodge D-500:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 4-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Dodge 880:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 23 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 4-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder: Lancer, 170 Cu. Inch Engines
Distributor #2095974
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 325 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
Distributor #2098524
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 320 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:, 225 Cu. Inch Engines
Distributor #2095976
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 475 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 7 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:
Distributor #2095983
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 270 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #2095979
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 330 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 15 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Distributor #2095981
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 275 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. Inch Engines:
Distributor #2095832
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle:
Each set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell Both Sets of :Points: 34-40 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 275 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, Dodge 880, 361 Cu. Inch Engine:
Distributor #2095836
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,150 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 14 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. Inch Engine:
Distributor Information for 413 Cubic Inch Engines is not available for the 1961 model year.
Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #MDT-7002
Brush Spring Tension: 31-47 Ounces
No Load Test: 58 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #MDT-7009
Brush Spring Tension: 31-47 Ounces
No Load Test: 58 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #1889200
Brush Spring Tension: 31-47 Ounces
No Load Test: 78 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #2095150
Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces
No Load Test: 85 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 1,950 RPM
Lock Test: 475 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 24.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #2098500
Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces
No Load Test: 90 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 2,950 RPM
Lock Test: 340-420 Amperes, 4.0 Volts
Part #1889100
Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces
No Load Test: 78 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Alternerator & Regulator Specifications:
Alternerator #2098265
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 35 Amperes, 14.6 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.1 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator #2098275
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 26 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.48-14.08 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator #2098320
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 39 Amperes, 14.6 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.1 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .045"-.052"
Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications:
Lancer:
Carrier Type: Integral
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: Will be adjusted properly when ring gear & pinion backlash is adjusted correctly.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .004"-.007"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Adjust by turning pinion flange nut with torque wrench.
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 15-25 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 0-13 Inch Lbs.
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1"
Rear: 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Dodge 880 Passenger Car:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: Will be adjusted properly when ring gear & pinion backlash is adjusted correctly.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Adjust by turning pinion flange nut with torque wrench.
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 1-1/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"
Dodge 880 Station Wagon:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: Will be adjusted properly when ring gear & pinion backlash is adjusted correctly.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Adjust by turning pinion flange nut with torque wrench.
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.
Brake Drum Diameter: 12"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 1-1/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"
Dodge Models Not Indicted Above:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: Will be adjusted properly when ring gear & pinion backlash is adjusted correctly.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Adjust by turning pinion flange nut with torque wrench.
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 1-1/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Models Except Lancer:
Manual Steering:
Caster: - 1/2 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20
Power Steering:
Caster: + 3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Lancer:
Manual Steering:
Caster: - 1/2 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-2/3 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20
Power Steering:
Caster: + 3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-2/3 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20
Carburetor Specifications:
See Database for 1962 Chrysler Corporation Carburetor Specifications for information.
Popular Options:
Music Master Radio; Powerflite Automatic Transmission; Torqueflite Automatic Transmission; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Windows; Power Seats; Air Conditioning; Deluxe Dual Station Wagon Air Conditioning; Electric Clock; Windshield Washer; Tinted Glass; Remote Control Side Mirror; Whitewall Tires; Engine & Transmission Options
1962 Dodge Colors & Codes:
Code Color Availability
AA-1 Flax Dodge & Dart
BB-1 Onyx Dodge, Dart, Lancer & Polara
CC-1 Powder Blue Dodge, Dart & Lancer
DD-1 Medium Blue Dodge, Dart, Lancer & Polara
DD-1 Cobalt Blue Dodge & Dart
FF-1 Light Green Dodge, Dart & Lancer
GG-1 Glade Green Dodge, Dart, Lancer & Polara
HH-1 Metallic Emerald Dodge & Dart
MM-1 Pearl Gray Dodge, Dart & Lancer
PP-1 Vermilion Dodge, Dart, Lancer & Polara
RR-1 Dusty Rose Dodge & Dart
SS-1 Deep Cordovan Dodge & Dart
TT-1 Buff Dodge, Dart & Lancer
UU-1 Shell Beige Polara
WW-1 Polar Dodge, Dart & Lancer
YY-1 Nutmeg Brown Dodge, Dart, Lancer & Polara
1962 Dodge Historical Data:
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The 1962 Dodge model year introduction was on September 28, 1961.
Total 1962 Dodge Production was 165,861.
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Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Dart 2 Door Hardtop; Dodge Police Car
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