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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