1977 PONTIAC LE MANS, PHOENIX & VENTURA
Model Designations:
Pontiac LeMans, Series 2A, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Pontiac LeMans Safari, Series 2A, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac LeMans Sport Coupe, Series 2A, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Lemans Can AM, Series 2A, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Grand LeMans, Series 2A, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Grand LeMans Safari, Series 2A, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Ventura, Series 2X, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Ventura SJ, Series 2X, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Phoenix, Series 2X, 4, 6, & 8 Cylinder
Pontiac LeMans, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style #D37
Base Price: $4,045; Shipping Weight: 3,550 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style #D29
Base Price: $4,093; Shipping Weight: 3,638 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Combined
Pontiac LeMans, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style #D37
Base Price: $4,110; Shipping Weight: 3,635 Pounds
Total Production: 16,038*
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style #D29
Base Price: $4,158; Shipping Weight: 3,723 Pounds
Total Production: *
Pontiac LeMans Safari, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body Style # D35
Base Price: $4,877; Shipping Weight: 4,135 Pounds
Total Production: 10,081
Pontiac LeMans Sport, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # F37
Base Price: $4,204; Shipping Weight: 3,558 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Combined
Pontiac LeMans Sport, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # F37
Base Price: $4,269; Shipping Weight: 3,643 Pounds
Total Production: 12,277*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Combined
Pontiac LeMans Can Am, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style #N/A
Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: N/A Pounds
Total Production: 1,377
Pontiac Grand Lemans, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # G37
Base Price: $4,602; Shipping Weight: 3,587 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # G29
Base Price: $4,730; Shipping Weight: 3,740 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Combined
Pontiac Grand Lemans, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # G37
Base Price: $4,667; Shipping Weight: 3,672 Pounds
Total Production: 7,581*
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # G29
Base Price: $4,795; Shipping Weight: 3,825 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Combined
Pontiac Grand LeMans Safari, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body Style # G35
Base Price: $5,132; Shipping Weight: 4,179 Pounds
Total Production: 5,393
Pontiac Ventura, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Y27
Base Price: $3,596; Shipping Weight: 3,127 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Hatchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Y17
Base Price: $3,791; Shipping Weight: 3,249 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Y69
Base Price: $3,650; Shipping Weight: 3,167 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Combined
Pontiac Ventura, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Y27
Base Price: $3,661; Shipping Weight: 3,212 Pounds
Total Production: 26,675*
2 Door Hatchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Y17
Base Price: $3,856; Shipping Weight: 3,334 Pounds
Total Production: 4,015*
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Y69
Base Price: $3,715; Shipping Weight: 3,252 Pounds
Total Production: 27,089*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Combined
Pontiac Ventura SJ, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Z27
Base Price: $3,945; Shipping Weight: 3,206 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Hatchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Z17
Base Price: $4,124; Shipping Weight: 3,293 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Z69
Base Price: $3,972; Shipping Weight: 3,236 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Combined
Pontiac Ventura SJ, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Z27
Base Price: $4,010; Shipping Weight: 3,291 Pounds
Total Production: 3,418*
2 Door Hatchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Z17
Base Price: $4,189; Shipping Weight: 3,378 Pounds
Total Production: 1,100*
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style # Z69
Base Price: $4,037; Shipping Weight: 3,321 Pounds
Total Production: 4,339*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Combined
Pontiac Phoenix, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # X27
Base Price: $4,075; Shipping Weight: 3,227 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style # X69
Base Price: $4,122; Shipping Weight: 3,275 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 4, 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Combined
Pontiac Phoenix, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # X27
Base Price: $4,075; Shipping Weight: 3,339 Pounds
Total Production: 10,489*
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style # X69
Base Price: $4,122; Shipping Weight: 3,387 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 4, 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Combined
Note: A 4 Cylinder Engine was offered at a price reduction of $120.
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
LeMans 2 Door: 112"
LeMans 4 Door: 116"
Ventura: 111.1"
Phoenix: 111.1"
Standard Tire Size:
LeMans Sedans: FR78 X 15"
LeMans Wagons: HR78 X 15"
Ventura: E78 X 14"
Phoenix: E78 X 14"
Engine Availability:
Engine Horsepower Model Availability
I-4 151 Cubic Inch 87 H.P. Optional on Phoenix & Ventura
V-6 231 Cubic Inch 105 H.P. Standard on LeMans, Phoenix & Ventura.
V-8 301 Cubic Inch 135 H.P. Standard on & Lemans V-8.
V-8 305 Cubic Inch 145 H.P. Standard on Phoenix V-8. Optional on Ventura
V-8 350 Cubic Inch 170 H.P. Optional on Lemans, Phoenix & Ventura
V-8 400 Cubic Inch 180 H.P. Optional on LeMans V-8.
V-8 400 Cubic Inch 200 H.P. Optional on LeMans V-8.
General Engine Specifications:
See 1977 Pontiac Engines & Engine Accessories:
Tune Up Specifications:
Tune Up Specifications:
Note: Tune Up Specifications below are for all models of Pontiac, except Astre & Sunbird
4 Cylinder 151 Cubic Inch Engines, Except Even Fire Engines:
Spark Plug Type: AC R44TSX
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing:
Standard Transmission: 14 Degrees BTDC @ 1,000 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission:
Without A/C: 500 RPM; 1,000 RPM with throttle solenoid energized
With A/C: 500 RPM; 1,200 RPM with throttle solenoid energized
Automatic Transmission:
Without A/C: 500 RPM in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
With A/C: 650 RPM in Drive; 850 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
Fast Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 2,200 RPM on high step of fast idle cam.
Automatic Transmission: 2,400 RPM on high step of fast idle cam
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
6 Cylinder 231 Cubic Inch Engines, Even Fire Engines:
Spark Plug Type: AC R46TSX
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-6-5-4-3-2
Ignition Timing:
Automatic Transmission: 15 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive; 670 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-1/4 to 5-3/4 PSI
8 Cylinder 301 Cubic Inch Engines:
Spark Plug Type: AC R46TSX
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Standard Transmission: 16 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM; 850 RPM with throttle solenoid energized
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive: 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
Fast Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 1,750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 1,750 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 7 to 8-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder 305 Cubic Inch Engines:
Spark Plug Type: AC R45TS
Spark Plug: Gap .045"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Automatic Transmission: 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 350 Cubic Inch Engines, Distributor at rear of engine, counter-clockwise rotation. Fuel Pump on Left Side of Engine:
Spark Plug Type: AC R45TSX
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Automatic Transmission: 16 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 575 RPM in Drive: 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
Fast Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 1,800 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI
8 Cylinder 350 Cubic Inch Engines, Distributor at rear of engine, clockwise rotation. (Chevrolet Built):
Spark Plug Type: AC R45TS
Spark Plug: Gap .045"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission:
Except High Altitude: 550 RPM in Drive: 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
High Altitude: 600 RPM in Drive: 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
Fast Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 1,600 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI
8 Cylinder 350 Cubic Inch Engines, Distributor at rear of engine, counter-clockwise rotation (Oldsmobile Built):
Spark Plug Type: AC R45TZ
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Automatic Transmission:
Except Firebird & Ventura California: 20 Degrees BTDC @ 1,100 RPM
Firebird & Ventura California: 18 Degrees BTDC @ 1,100 RPM
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission:
Except High Altitude: 550 RPM in Drive: 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
High Altitude: 600 RPM in Drive: 700 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
Fast Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 1,000 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI
8 Cylinder 400 Cubic Inch Engines:
Spark Plug Type: AC R45TSX
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Except Firebird High Performance Engine: 16 Degrees BTDC
Firebird High Performance Engine: 18 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 775 RPM
Automatic Transmission:
Except Firebird High Performance Engine: 575 RPM in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized.
Firebird High Performance Engine: 600 RPM in Drive; 700 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized.
Fast Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 1,800 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 1,800 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 7 to 8-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder 403 Cubic Inch Engines except California & High Altitude:
Spark Plug Type: AC R45SZ
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 22 Degrees BTDC @ 1,100 RPM
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive, 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
Fast Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 900 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/2 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder 403 Cubic Inch Engines California & High Altitude:
Spark Plug Type: AC R45SZ
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 20 Degrees BTDC @ 1,100 RPM
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission:
Except High Altitude: 550 RPM in Drive, 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
High Altitude: 600 RPM in Drive, 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized
Fast Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 1,000 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/2 to 6-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications:
See 1977 Pontiac Engines & Engine Accessories:
Pistons, Rings, Wrist Pin, Crankshaft, & Bearing Data:
See 1977 Pontiac Engines & Engine Accessories:
Engine Tightening Specifications:
See 1977 Pontiac Engines & Engine Accessories:
Capacities:
Ventura: 4 Cylinder:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 12.4 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 12.4 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: : 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 2.4 Pints
Five Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Pan Only: 3 Quarts
Complete Refill: 6-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
Ventura: 6 Cylinder:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 13.8 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13.8 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: : 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 2.4 Pints
Five Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Pan Only: 3 Quarts
Complete Refill: 6-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
Ventura 8 Cylinder, 301 Cu. Inch Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 19.8 Quarts
With Air Conditioning & Heavy Duty System: 20.2 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 6-1/2 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 2.4 Pints
Five Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Pan Only: 3 Quarts
Complete Refill: 8-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-3/4 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
Ventura 8 Cylinder, 305 Cu. Inch Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning & Heavy Duty System: 18 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 2.4 Pints
Five Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Pan Only: 3 Quarts
Complete Refill: 8-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
Ventura 8 Cylinder, 350 Cu. Inch Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 176.6 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16.6 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 2.4 Pints
Five Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Pan Only: 3 Quarts
Complete Refill: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
6 Cylinder, LeMans:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 14.5 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14.5 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: : 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Pan Only: 4 Quarts
Complete Refill: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder, 301 Cubic Inch Engine, LeMans:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 20.2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning & Heavy Duty System: 20.8 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 6-1/2 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
THM 200: Pan Only 3 Quarts; After Overhaul 8-3/4 Quarts
THM 350: Pan Only 4 Quarts, After Overhaul 9.6 Quarts
THM 400: Pan Only 3-3/4 Quarts, After Overhaul 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
8 Cylinder, 350 Cubic Inch Engine, LeMans, with Fuel Pump on Driver's Side of Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 21.7 Quarts
With Air Conditioning & Heavy Duty System: 23.9 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
THM 200: Pan Only 3 Quarts; After Overhaul 8-3/4 Quarts
THM 350: Pan Only 4 Quarts, After Overhaul 9.6 Quarts
THM 400: Pan Only 3-3/4 Quarts, After Overhaul 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder, 350 Cubic Inch Engine, LeMans, with Fuel Pump on Passenger's Side of Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16.7 Quarts
With Air Conditioning & Heavy Duty System: 17.5 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
THM 200: Pan Only 3 Quarts; After Overhaul 8-3/4 Quarts
THM 350: Pan Only 4 Quarts, After Overhaul 9.6 Quarts
THM 400: Pan Only 3-3/4 Quarts, After Overhaul 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder, LeMans, 400 Cubic Inch Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 21.7 Quarts
With Air Conditioning & Heavy Duty System: 23.9 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
THM 200: Pan Only 3 Quarts; After Overhaul 8-3/4 Quarts
THM 350: Pan Only 4 Quarts, After Overhaul 9.6 Quarts
THM 400: Pan Only 3-3/4 Quarts, After Overhaul 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder, LeMans, 403 Cubic Inch Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17.9 Quarts
With Air Conditioning & Heavy Duty System: 18.7 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
THM 200: Pan Only 3 Quarts; After Overhaul 8-3/4 Quarts
THM 350: Pan Only 4 Quarts, After Overhaul 9.6 Quarts
THM 400: Pan Only 3-3/4 Quarts, After Overhaul 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
Phoenix: 4 Cylinder:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 11.8 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 11.8 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: : 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 2.4 Pints
Five Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Pan Only: 3 Quarts
Complete Refill:
THM 200 9 Quarts
THM 350 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
Phoenix: 6 Cylinder:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 14.0 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14.1 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: : 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 2.4 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Pan Only: 3 Quarts
Complete Refill:
THM 200 9 Quarts
THM 350 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
Phoenix: 8 Cylinder, 305 Cubic Inch Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16.8 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17.0 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: : 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Four Speed: 2.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Pan Only: 3 Quarts
Complete Refill:
THM 200 9 Quarts
THM 350 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
Phoenix: 8 Cylinder, 350 Cubic Inch Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17.1 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17.8 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: : 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission:
Pan Only: 3 Quarts
Complete Refill:
THM 200 9 Quarts
THM 350 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications:
See 1977 Pontiac Engines & Engine Accessories:
Delco-Remy Alternator & Regulator Specifications:
See 1977 Pontiac Engines & Engine Accessories:
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications:
See 1977 Pontiac Engines & Engine Accessories:
Rear Axle Specifications:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Pinion Shaft Nut should be tightened with inch-pound torque wrench
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-25 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment:
New Bearings: .001"-.008"
Used Bearings: .001"-.008"
Brake Specifications:
Ventura:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9-1/2"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 2.9375"
Rear: .938"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1.125"
LeMans Models:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 2.9375"
Rear: .937"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: .937"
Power Brakes: 1.125"
Phoenix Models:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9.5"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 2.9375"
Rear: .938"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1.125"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Ventura, with Manual Steering:
Caster: -1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + .8 Degrees
Right: + .8 Degrees
Toe In: 0 to 1/8"
Ventura, with Power Steering:
Caster: +1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + .8 Degrees
Right: + .8 Degrees
Toe In: 0 to 1/8"
Lemans, with Manual Steering:
Caster: +1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1 Degrees
Right: + 1/2 Degrees
Toe In: 0 to 1/8"
Lemans, with Power Steering:
Caster:
With Bias Ply Tires: +1/2 to +1-1/2 Degrees
With Radial Tires: +1-1/2 to +2-1/2 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1 Degrees
Right: + 1/2 Degrees
Toe In: 0 to 1/8"
Phoenix, with Manual Steering:
Caster: 11 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + .8 Degrees
Right: + .8 Degrees
Toe In: 1/16" to 3/16"
Phoenix, with Power Steering:
Caster: +1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + .8 Degrees
Right: + .8 Degrees
Toe In: 1/16" to 3/16"
Carburetor Specifications:
See 1977 General Motors Carburetors Database:
Popular Options:
Air Conditioning; Automatic Air Conditioning; Cruise Control; Power Windows; Power Seat; Power Sun Roof; Landau Top on LeMans; LeMans Custom Trim; Ventura Special Appearance Package, Safe-T-Track Differential; Super Lift Shock Absorbers for Lemans; Engine & Transmission Options and Much More.
1977 Pontiac Historical Data:
Introduction date for the 1977 Pontiac line was on September 30, 1976
Total 1977 Pontiac Production was 911,040. & Venturas.
1977 Pontiac Colors & Codes:
Code Color
Code Color
11 Cameo White
13 Sterling Silver
15 Gray
19 Starlight Black
21 Lombard Blue
22 Glacier Blue
29 Nautilus Blue
32 Royal Lime
36 Firethorn Red
37 Cordovan Maroon
38 Aquamarine
44 Bahia Green
48 Berkshire Green
50 Cream Gold
51 Golden Rod Yellow
61 Mojave Tan
63 Buckskin
64 Fiesta Orange
69 Brentwood Brown
72 Roman Red
75 Buccaneer Red
78 Mandarin Orange
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