1969 FORD FAIRLANE

1969 FORD FAIRLANE

Model Designations:

Ford Fairlane, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Ford Fairlane 500, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Ford Fairlane Torino, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Ford Fairlane Torino GT, 8 Cylinder

Ford Fairlane Torino GT Cobra, 8 Cylinder

Ford Fairlane Series, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54A

Factory Price: $2,471; Shipping Weight: 3,010 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65A

Factory Price: $2,482; Shipping Weight: 3,025 Pounds

Production Total: *

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71B

Factory Price: $2,824; Shipping Weight: 3,387 Pounds

Production Total: *

* 6 Cylinder Production is incluced with 8 Cylinder Production Figures.

Ford Fairlane Series, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54A

Factory Price: $2,561; Shipping Weight: 3,120 Pounds

Production Total: 27,296*

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65A

Factory Price: $2,572; Shipping Weight: 3,133 Pounds

Production Total: 85,630*

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71B

Factory Price: $2,914; Shipping Weight: 3,387 Pounds

Production Total: 10,882*

* Includes 6 Cylinder Production.

Ford Fairlane 500 Series, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54B

Factory Price: $2,551; Shipping Weight: 3,029 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door FT Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65B

Factory Price: $2,609; Shipping Weight: 3,036 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door Fastback Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 63B

Factory Price: $2,584; Shipping Weight: 3,083 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 76B

Factory Price: $2,834; Shipping Weight: 3,220 Pounds

Production Total: *

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #71B

Factory Price: $2,934; Shipping Weight: 3,415

Production Total: *

* 6 Cylinder Production is incluced with 8 Cylinder Production Figures.

Ford Fairlane 500 Series, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54B

Factory Price: $2,641; Shipping Weight: 3,135 Pounds

Production Total: 40,888*

2 Door FT Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65B

Factory Price: $2,699; Shipping Weight: 3,143 Pounds

Production Total: 28,179*

2 Door Fastback Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 63B

Factory Price: $2,674; Shipping Weight: 3,190 Pounds

Production Total: 29,849*

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 76B

Factory Price: $2,924; Shipping Weight: 3,336 Pounds

Production Total: 2,264*

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #71B

Factory Price: $3,024; Shipping Weight: 3,523

Production Total: 12,869*

* Includes 6 Cylinder Production.

Ford Fairlane Torino Series, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54C

Factory Price: $2,716; Shipping Weight: 3,075 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door FT Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65C

Factory Price: $2,737; Shipping Weight: 3,090 Pounds

Production Total: *

4 Door Squire Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #71E

Factory Price: $3,090; Shipping Weight: 3,450

Production Total: *

* 6 Cylinder Production is incluced with 8 Cylinder Production Figures.

Ford Fairlane Torino Series, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54C

Factory Price: $2,806; Shipping Weight: 3,180 Pounds

Production Total: 11,971*

2 Door FT Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65C

Factory Price: $2,827; Shipping Weight: 3,195 Pounds

Production Total: 20,789*

4 Door Squire Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #71E

Factory Price: $3,180; Shipping Weight: 3,556

Production Total: 14,472*

* Includes 6 Cylinder Production.

Ford Fairlane Torino GT Series, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door FT Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 65D

Factory Price: $2,848; Shipping Weight: 3,173 Pounds

Production Total: 17,951**

2 Door Fastback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 63D

Factory Price: $2,823; Shipping Weight: 3,220 Pounds

Production Total: 61,319**

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 76D

Factory Price: $3,073; Shipping Weight: 3,356 Pounds

Production Total: 2,552

** Includes Torino GT Cobra Production.

Ford Fairlane Torino GT Cobra Sub-Series, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door FT Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 65A

Factory Price: $3,208; Shipping Weight: 3,490 Pounds

Production Total: **

2 Door Fastback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 63B

Factory Price: $3,183; Shipping Weight: 3,537 Pounds

Production Total: **

** Included with Torino GT Production.

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

Passenger Cars: 116"

Station Wagons: 113"

Tire Sizes:

Cobras: F70 X 14"

Other Models: 7.35 X 14"

Engine Availability by Model:

I-6 250 Cubic Inches 155 H.P. Standard Engine, except GT & Cobra

V-8 302 Cubic Inches 210 H.P. Standard on Fairlane Torino GT. Optional on others.

V-8 351 Cubic Inches 250 H.P. Optional Engine, except Cobra.

V-8 351 Cubic Inches 290 H.P. Optional Engine, except Cobra.

V-8 390 Cubic Inches 320 H.P. Optional Engine, except Cobra.

V-8 428 Cubic Inches 335 H.P. Standard on Cobra. Optional on others.

V-8 428 Cubic Inches 360 H.P. Optional on Cobra and others.

General Engine Specifications:

6 Cylinder, 155 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Inline 6

Bore & Stroke: 3.680" x 3.91"

Engine Displacement: 250 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 35.21

Horsepower: 155 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 240 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 210 H.P. 302 Cubic Inch Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.00"

Engine Displacement: 302 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 210 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 275 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 250 H.P. 351 Cubic Inch Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 351 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.5:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 250 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 355 Ft. Lbs @ 2,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 290 H.P. 351 Cubic Inch Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 351 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.7:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 290 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 385 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 390 Cubic Inches, 320 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.05" x 3.781"

Engine Displacement: 390 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 52.96

Horsepower: 320 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 427 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 428 Cubic Inches, 360 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Single Overhead Cam, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.130" x 3.980"

Engine Displacement: 428 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 57.09

Horsepower: 360 @ 5,400 RPM

Torque: 459 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 428 Cubic Inches, 335 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Single Overhead Cam, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.130" x 3.980"

Engine Displacement: 428 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.60 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 57.09

Horsepower: 335 @ 5,200 RPM

Torque: 440 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

6 Cylinder 250 Cubic Inch Engine, without Air Conditioning:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-82

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .025"

Distributor Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

6 Cylinder 250 Cubic Inch Engine, with Air Conditioning:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-82

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .025"

Distributor Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM; 700 RPM with throttle solenoid energized

Automatic Transmission: 450 RPM in Drive; 550 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized.

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .021"

Distributor Cam Angle: 24-28 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 650 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .021"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 550 RPM in Drive

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 650 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, with 4 Barrel Carburetor:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 650 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 390 Cubic Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 700 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 390 Cubic Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 550 RPM in Drive

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 428 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Drive

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

Valve Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engines, 250 Cubic Inch:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .095"-.195"

Exhaust: .095"-.195"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-9/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 150 Lbs @ 1.22"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .0008"-.0025"

Exhaust .001"-.0027"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3100"-.3107"

Exhaust: .3098"-.3105"

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: 1 Turn

Exhaust: 1 Turn

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-5/8"

Valve Spring Pressure: 180 Lbs @ 1.23"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: 1 Turn

Exhaust: 1 Turn

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-25/32"

Valve Spring Pressure: 215 Lbs @ 1.34"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder 390 Cubic Inch Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .100"-.200"

Exhaust: .100"-.200"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-7/8"

Valve Spring Pressure: 220 Lbs @ 1.38"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3711"-.3718"

Exhaust: .3706"-.3713"

8 Cylinder Engine, 428 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .100"-.200"

Exhaust: .100"-.200"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 270 Lbs @ 1.32 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027";

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3711"-.3718"

Exhaust: .3706"-.3713"

Piston, Rings, Pins, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:

6 Cylinder Engines:

Piston Clearance: .0014"-.0020"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .912"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.1232"-2.1240"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.3982"-2.3990"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing: #5

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0018"-.0026"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .912"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.1228"-2.1236"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2482"-2.2490"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0018"-.0026"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .912"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.3103"-2.3110"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9994"-3.0002"

Bearing Clearance: .0013"-.0025"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0015"-.0023"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .975"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.010"

8 Cylinder Engines, 428 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0030"-.0038"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .018"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .975"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"

Bearing Clearance: .002"-.003"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.010"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 70-75 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 13-18 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30-35 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 21-26 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 60-70 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 85-100 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engines:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-72 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 23-25 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 12-16 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 19-24 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 60-70 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 100-130 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engines:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 95-100 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 23-25 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 18-24 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-90 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder 390 Cubic Inch Engines:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 80-90 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 32-35 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 18-24 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 4-7 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-90 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder, 428 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 80-90 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 32-35 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 18-24 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 4-7 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 53-58 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-90 Ft. Lbs.

Capacities-All Series:

With 6 Cylinder Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 9 Quarts

With Heater: 10 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 10 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 4-1/2 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 302 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 14 Quarts

With Heater: 15 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 15 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 351 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 14 Quarts

With Heater: 15 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 15 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 390 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 19-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 20-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 20-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank: : 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 12-3/4 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 428 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 19-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 20-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 20-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 12-3/4 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Starting Motor Specifications:

6 Cylinder 250 Cubic Inch Engines:

Part #C2OZ-11002-A

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts, @ 9,500 RPM

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 6.0 Volts, @ 15-1/2 Ft. Lbs.

302 & 351 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Part #C2OZ-11002-A

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts @ 9,500 RPM

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.

Part #C5ZT-11002-A

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts @ 9,500 RPM

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.

390 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Part #C3OZ-11002-C

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts @ 9,500 RPM

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.

428 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Part #C8AZ-11002-A

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts @ 11,000 RPM

Torque Test: 700 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.

Ford Alternator Specifications:

Part #C5TF-10300-K

Current Rating: 38 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.4 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C6AF-10300-B

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8 to 3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C6AF-10300-F

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8 to 3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C6AF-10300-G

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8 to 3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C6DF-10300-A

Current Rating: 38 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.4 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C7AF-10300-A

Current Rating: 65 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C9AF-10300-A

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C9AF-10300-B

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C9AF-10300-C

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C9SF-10300-A

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C9ZF-10300-B

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C9ZF-10300-C

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Distributor Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cubic Inch:

Part #C9OF-R

Breaker Point Gap: .025"

Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 302 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:

Part #C8AF-E

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 12-1/2 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 302 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:

Part #C9AF-N

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 10-3/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 351 Cubic Inch, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:

Part #C9OF-M

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 12-1/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 351 Cubic Inch, with 4 Barrel Carburetor:

Part #C9OF-N

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 10-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:

Part #C9AF-R

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 10-3/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:

Part #C7AF-AC

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 12-1/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 428 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:

Part #C8OF-H

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 13-1/2 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 9-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 3-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 428 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:

Part #C8OF-J

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 13-1/2 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

Brake Specifications, Passenger Cars, All Series

6 Cylinder & 302 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Passenger Cars:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.381"

Front Drum: 1.125"

Rear: .906"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: .9375

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: .9375

8 Cylinder, with 351 & 390 Cubic Inch Engine Passenger Cars:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.381"

Front Drum: 1.094"

Rear: .875"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: .9375

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: .9375

Convertibles:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.381"

Front Drum: 1.094"

Rear: .906"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: .9375

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: .9375

Station Wagons:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.381"

Front Drum: 1.094"

Rear: .938"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: .9375

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: .9375

Rear Axle, All Models:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .008"-.012"

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim: .017"

Method: Shims

Pinion Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: 17-27 Inch Pounds

With Used Bearings: 6-12 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .003"-.005"

Pinion Nut Torque: 175 Ft. Lbs.

Carrier Type: Removable

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .008"-.012"

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim:

With 7-3/4" or 8" Ring Gear: .022"

With 8-3/4" or 9" Ring Gear: .015"

Method: Shims

Pinion Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings:

With 7-3/4" or 8" Ring Gear: 17-32 Inch Pounds

With 8-3/4" or 9" Ring Gear: 22-32 Inch Pounds

With Used Bearings: 8-14 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .003"-.008"

Pinion Nut Torque: 175 Ft. Lbs.

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

All Models:

Caster: -3/4 Degrees

Camber:

Left: +1/4 Degrees

Right: +1/4 Degrees

Toe-In: 3/16"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel:

Manual Steering: 18.1 Degrees

Power Steering: 17-7/8 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Ford Carburetor Adjustments:

Note: See 1969 Ford Motor Company Carburetor Data File

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1969 Ford Historical Data:

Introduction date of the 1969 Ford line was on September 27, 1968.

Total Ford Production for the1969 model year was 1,937,707 including 366,911 Fairlanes.

1969 Ford Paint Colors & Codes:

A Raven Black

B Royal Maroon

C Black Jade

D Pastel Gray

E Aztec Aqua

F Gulfstream Aqua

I Lime Gold

K Freudian Gilt

M Wimbledon White

P Winter Blue

Q Brittany Blue

S Champagne Gold

T Candy Apple Red

W Meadowlark Yellow

X Presidential Blue

Y Indian Fire

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4 Silver Jade

5 Sage Bronze

6 Acapulco Blue

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