lock CHEVROLET CORVAIR 1965 2.G User Guide

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine DOUBLE SIDE DOORS
FRONT SIDE DOOR -Open
from the outside by turning
the handle downward and
from the inside by pulling to
the
rear on the inside release
handle.
REAR SIDE DOOR-Open
(after the front side has been
opened) by means of the re­
lease handle located on the
inner
door panel.
LOCKING THE SIDE DOORS
-After both side doors are
closed, they may be locked
from
the inside by means of
the push button located on
the foremost part of the win­
dow sill. The lock is con­
veniently locoted for acces­
sibility by
the driver. Visual
indication precludes the
necessity of checking opera­
tion of the doors to see if they
are locked.
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DOUBLE REAR DOORS
The rear doors operate in
much the same manner as the
side doors, but lock and un­
lock at the door handle push
button
release only. No inner
door locking mechanism is
provided for the rear doors.
FULL DOOR OPENING FEATURE
Special door checks normally permit each side and
rear door to open to a maximum of 95°. By removing
these checks from their retaining slots in the doors, a full
180° opening of each of these doors is possible. When
the doors are closed the check automatically enters its
slot
in the door thus setting the door for its normal 95°
opening.

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• Adjust the front seat fore and aft by means of the
adjuster handle shown. Lift handle up to move seat.
• If desired, the seatback may be adjusted to lean
farther forward or backward by means of the bolt and
the lock nut shown.
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• Adjustment of the seatback lock determines whether
the seatback will be rigid or will fold forward. With
the seatback lock in the down position, the seatback
will not fold forward.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Cleaning White Sidewall Tires
Use soap, warm water or a tire cleaner and a stiff
brush
to remove road grime and dirt from white sidewall
tires. A flne grade of steel wool will remove severe curb
scrapes.
Do not use gasoline, kerosene or any oil product
which would discolor or deteriorate the rubber.
CAUTION: Some white sidewall cleaners will cause
serious
damage to aluminum trim. Use caution
when cleaning tires with this
type of cleaner.
CORVAIR MODELS
BRIGHT METAL TRIM-TYPE AND LOCATION
Headlight Frames Parking light Frames ALUMINUM Tail light Frames Backup Lamp Frames or Cover Plate Exhaust Grille Panel
Body Front .Panel Molding Bumpers Front Emblem CHROME Push Button Door Handles Door Key Locks Nameplates Venti pane Frame
STAINLESS All bright metal trim not listed above STEEL may be assumed to be stainless steel.
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INTERIOR APPEARANCE
Dust and Dirt
Clean the interior of your car frequently, using a
broom or vacuum cleaner. A damp cloth will wipe dust
from hard surfaces.
Spots and Stains
Remove upholstery stains as soon as possible or
they may become "set" and difficult or impossible to
remove . First determine the type and age of the stain
and the kind of upholstery material. Kar Kleen Uphol­
stery Cleaner, available from your Authorized Chevrolet
Dealer, will remove most stains. Do not use alkaline
cleaners for they may damage the color or flnish of the
materials. Other solutions such as hot or cold water,
ammonia water, soap, ink eradicator, etc., will probably
discolor and disturb the material.

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is (1) intended for service MS and (2) passes car makers'
tests or meets General Motors Standard GM 4745-M .
Oils conforming to these types contain detergent addi­
tives. Your serviceman will be pleased to assist you in
selecting the proper oil for your car.
Check the oil level (with the engine hot) on the dip­
stick frequently. Keep oil level between the FULL and
ADD marks, by adding oil when level is at or below
ADD mark. Do not overfill. Poor performance and pos­
sible engine damage may result if the crankcase is
overfilled. Drain and refill the crankcase very 60 days
or 6000 miles, whichever occurs first.
For vehicles
in heavy duty operation involving con­
tinuous stop-
start or prolonged idling, engine oil should
be changed after 2500-3000 miles of operation.
NOTE: When checking or adding oil, be care­
ful to avoid spilling or dropping oil onto the
engine shrouding.
LOWEST RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY OIL ANTICIPATED TEMP. SINGLE VISCOSITY MULTI-VISCOSITY
32° F. SAE-30 SAE-l0W-30
10° F. SAE-l0W SAE-l0W-30
Below -10° F. SAE-5W SAE-5W-20
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COOLING SYSTEM CARE
The engine fan belt should be checked for tightness
at regular intervals. When a new belt is needed use only
the approved premium belt available from your Chev­
rolet dealer. If any other belt is installed, replace with
recommended belt when possible .
Watch the TEMP-PRESS and GEN-FAN indicators on
the instrument panel for signs of overheating.
Air inlet louvers, located in the panel below the rear
window on Corvair models, or in the Corvair Greenbrier
upper rear quarter panels, supply air for engine combus­
tion
and cooling and for the Direct Air Heater. Make
sure the louvers are never sealed or blocked.
BATTERY CARE
Check fluid level frequently. Keep filled with distilled
water to level of split ring in vent tube.

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The scissors type jack and its wrench are stowed
in the different models as illustrated. The opposite end
of the wrench is shopedinto a "finger" designed for
use
in removing the hub caps.
When jacking the car, set the hand brake, block
diagonal wheel, and, if changing wheels, remove the
hub
cap and loosen wheel nuts. Place the jack under the
side of the
car located as shown .
CAUTION: Never attempt to raise the Corvair by
placing any kind of jack under the bumper.
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_~.,..-__ ~-.;:~_ ....... _~Of REAR WHEEl OPENING
JACKING REAR: PLAC~ JACK 9 INCHES AHEAD . •
CORVAIR CORVAIR GREENBRIER
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine BODY LUBRICATION POINTS
Most body lube points do not need frequent, heavy
lubrication. However, periodic checks
of certain points
on the Corvair body,
and lubrication when needed will
eliminate annoying squeaks and noises. Be careful not
to over-lubricate.
Wipe off all surplus lubricant.
The following items should
be lubricated periodically:
1. Door
Hinges-Wipe off dirt and apply lubriplate.
2. Door lock Striker-Wipe off dirt and apply stick
type lubricant.
3. Top lift Cylinder
Rods-Clean and lubricate with
G.M. Hydraulic Brake Fluid.
4. Door
Jamb Switch-Apply lubriplate.
5. Front and Rear Compartment lid lock-Apply lubri­
plate.
6. Front Compartment lid Torque Rods-Apply G.M .
lubriplate to bearing points.
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7. Gas Tank Filler Door Hinge-Apply dripiess oil.
8 . Glove
Box Door Hinge-Apply dripless oil.
9. Rear Folding Seat Back Support link Assembly and
Filler Panel Hinge-Apply dripless oil to bearing
points.
The following should
be lubricated whenever acces­
sible.
10. Door Outside Handle lock Cylinder Shaft-Apply
lubriplate.
11. Door Window Regulator and Cams-Apply lubri­
plate.
12. Door
lock Parts-Apply lubriplate.
13. Door locking Mechanism-Apply lubriplate.
14 . Front
and Rear Compartment Hinges-Apply G.M.
lubriplate.

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SERIAL AND UNIT NUMBERS
Engine Number Stamped on the engine block behind and to left of the fu el pump.
Body Number Corvair-Stamped on a plate attached to top of rear rail to left of engine mount , within the engine compartment.
Corvair Greenbrier-Stamped on a plate attached to the front inner body panel, with in the drive compartment.
Serial Number Corvair-Stamped on veh icle identification plate attached to left rear side rail, within the engine compartment. Corvair Greenbrier-Stamped on vehicle identification plate attached to the left front door lock pillar.
DIMENSIONS
length: Corvair Greenbrier ................................. 179.7 in.
Co r
vair ........................................... 183 .3 in .
Width :
Corva ir
Greenbrier ............... .•... ... .......... 70.0 in.
Co rvair ........................................... 69.7 in.
Height :
Corvair
Greenbrier ............. ........ ........... " 68.5 in.
Corvair Sport Sedan ............. .. ................ " 51.2 in.
Corvai r Sport Coupe ................................. 51.3 in.
Corva ir Convertible ...........•............ ....... " 51.5 in.
Wheel. Bas e:
Corvair Greenbri.er ... ............................. '95.0 in.
Corvair ........................................ . . 108 .0 in.
Turning Diameter:
Corvair
Greenbrier ..... .................•.......... 42.6 ft .
Corvair ........................................... 36.0 ft . Greenbrier-load length .............................. 106 .2 in. Greenbrier-load Width . .....•........................ 59.4 in. Greenbrier-load Compartment Height .. , ............... 54.0 in.
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S ide loading Doors-Width ................. '.' ... .4.90 x 53. 5 in.
Rear loading Doors .............................. 36.0 x 44.6 in .
CAPACITIES
Gasol ine Tank :
Corvair
Greenbrier ... .............................. 18.5 gal. Co rvair ......................•..........•........ 14.0 gal. Crankcase Refill .................. ........ .. ............ 4 qt. Add for filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1 pt .
Transmission :
3.Speed ..................•......................... . 2 pt. 4·Speed ..................... ........................ 3 pt.
D ifferent ial ... .. .............•....................... 4% pt . Cooling Sys tem ............ .. ................ Air Coo led Engine
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Horsepower: 95 hp Turbo·Air 164 ... ................ ..... 95 @ 3600 rpm 110 hp Turbo·Air 164 .............. : ......... 110@ 4400 rpm 140 hp Turbo·Air 164 ..... :oO .............. 140 @ 5200 rpm 180 hp Turbocharged 164 .................... 180 @ 4000 rpm
Compression Ratio:
95 hp Turbo·Air 164 ................................. 8.25 :1 110 and 140 hp Turbo -Air 164 ........................ 9 .25:1 180 hp Turbocharged 164 ........ ... ........ _ ........ 8.25 :1
Displacement .................................... . .. 164 cu. in.
Bore and Stroke (all engines) ................. ....... 3K 6"x2 .94" Firing Order ............... ....................... 1.4·5 -2 ·3-6
Spark Plugs: 95 hp Turba·Air 164 (Gap .. 035) ............. ....... AC·46·FF 11 0 and 140 hp Turba·Air 164 and 180 hp Turbocharged 164 (Gap .030) ...........•.......... AC·44-FF

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Idle Speed: 95 hp Turbo-Air 164 w/monuol trans. (In Neutral) .... 450-500 rpm 110 hp Turbo-Air 164 w/manual trans. (In Neutral) .... 600-650 rpm 140 hp Turbo-Air 164 w/manualtrans. (In Neutral) .... 600-650 rpm 180 hp Turbocharged 164 (In Neutral) .................. 850 rpm All Powerglide (In Drive) .............. , .......... 450-500 rpm
Ignition Timing:. 95 hp Turbo-Air 164 (manual transmission) ............ 6° BTDC 110 hp Turbo-Air 164 (manual transmission) ............ 14° BTDC 140 hp Turgo-Air 164 .............................. 18°BTDC
180 hp Turbocharged 164 .......................... 24° BTDC All Powerglide ...........................••....•• . 14° BTDC
Axle Ratios: Engine 95 hp Turbo-Air 164 110 hp Turbo-Air 164
140 hp Turbo-Air 164 180 hp Turbocharged 164
Transmission All 3-and 4-Speed Powerglide
3 -and 4-Speed All
Standard Ratio "
3.27:1
3.27:1
3.55:1 3.55:1
3.55: 1 'Standard Ratio For Corvair Greenbrier and Air Conditioning Equipped Vehicles 3.55:1.
BULB SPECIFICATIONS
Headllamp Unit (Sealed Beam)
Candle Power
Outer-High Beam ......•.........•...... 37% W low Beam ....•.............•..... 55W Inner-High Beam Only ................... 37'!z W
Parking lamp-Directional Signal and Tail-Stap-D irectional Signal lamps ... ...•... 4-32
Back-Up lamps ............................ 32 Instrument lamps ....................••.... 3
Temp. Press., Gen. Fan., and Glove Compartment lamps ..•.............•..... 2 Headlamp High Beam Indicator,' Directional Signal Indicator , and Heater Control Panel lamps •.....•..................•.. 1
Number
4002
4001
1157
1156
GE 1816
1895
1445
45
Dome Lomp ' ................... .. ......... 12 Courtesy lamp .........••.................. 6 license Plate lamp .....•..............•.... 4
Radio Dial lamp ........•.......•.......... 2
BATTERY RATINGS
Corvair-12 volt; 54 plate; 44 amp/hr . Corvoir 95 and Greenbrier-12 volt; 54 plate; 42 amp/hr .
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKER
211 631
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1893
A circuit breaker in the light control switch protects
the head lamp circuit, thus eliminating one fuse. Where
current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker intermittently
opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the cause
is found and eliminated.
Fuses, located in the junction block beneath the
dash are:
1. Healer Blower
Glove Comparlment lamp ........ 3AG/ AGC-1 0 amp
2. Tail and Slop lamps,
Dome lamp ................. .. 3AG / AGC-1 0 amp.
3.
Heater (Total System) Back-up lamp ................. 3AG/ AGC-20 amp.
4. Radio (AM or AM-FM) ........... 3AG/ AGC-2 Y2 amp.
(AM-FM Stereo) .. . .... 3AG/ AGC-71/2 amp.
5. Instrument Panel lamps Radio Panel lamp Heater Conlrol Panel lamp ........ 3AG/ AGC-3 amp. 6. Windshield Wiper Molor ......... 3AG/ AGC-20 amp.
Air Conditioner Fuses ........... 3AG! AGC-15 amp. (Located in 14GA red and 12GA gray wires in area of
ignition switch.)

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine and blocked AIR CLEANER ELEMENTS. Clean and reoil the air
cleaner elements if necessary. Idle adjustment should be performed
by your Chevrolet Dealer.
If the above Fuel System checks and the checks suggested under
the Electrical System following do not correct the malfunction, it is
recommended that you turn to your Authorized Chevrolet Dealer
for further checks , adjustments or repairs.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
If, when the ignition key is turned to START, the engine will not
turn
over, you have good reason to suspect electrical trouble.
(F) When there .is no response at all to attempts to start the car,
check the obvious-your AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SElECTOR
LEVER must be in neutral position before the engine can be started.
Turning the IGNITION SWITCH rapidly back and forth several
times will sometimes correct a poor internal switch contact.
(G) The
BATTERY may be discharged. If so, lights will be dim and
the horn will have a poor tone if it will blow at all.
Usually a
garage recharge will be necessary to return the battery
to operation. Occasionally, however , a push start and a long drive
will
recharge the battery.
NOTE : If the battery is determined to be dead, and for no apparent
reason , have your Authorized Chevrolet Dealer check the
battery, the GENERATOR and the VOLTAGE REGULATOR .
GENERA TOR trouble should already have been indicated by
the indicator on the instrument panel. Never remove generator
"BAT" lead without first disconnecting battery ground cable.
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POOR BATTERY CONNECTIONS may be suspected if the car has operated properly a short time before and now not even the horn
will operate. Check both ends of both battery cables. If the con­
nections are corroded, a car may sometimes be restored to opera­
tion by removing all cable ends, scraping all contacting surfaces clean with a pen knife , and reassembling . If the cables are broken, they must be replaced. The power supply should now be restored unless the battery is dead.
(H) If, however, the lights and horn work properly but the starter will still not turn over, check the STARTER connections. A "click" from the starter solenoid indicates that the wiring to the starter is properly installed . If the wiring seems to be clean and tightly in­stalled, the trouble is probably in the starter itself and should be referred to your Authorized Chevrolet Dealer.
When the engine will "turn over" but will not start, the following
items may be checked along with Fuel System Checks listed
previously .
(I) With a clean dry cloth wipe the ceramic portions of the spark plugs dry. In particularly damp or rainy wellthe'r dampness may be the cause of not starting, especi-: . ally when the engine is cold.
(J) Check the cables at the top of the distributor and coil as well as each spark plug cable for tightness.
(K) If the car will still not start, check for spark at the spark plugs in the following manner:
Pull
one of the spark plug
wires off its spark plug. Insert a
short piece of bare wire (such as a bobby pin) between the rubber Oislribulor and Coil Leads

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Page
Air Cleaner .............................. 39
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 15 & 40
Air Recirculating Cover Plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 15
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 17
Ash Tray ............................ 17 & 26
Battery .............................. 33 & 42
Body Lubrication .......................... 43
Brake Main Cylinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 40
Brake-Parking ........................... 12
Brakes
.................................. 12
Bright Metal Parts
Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.. 30
Type and Location .................... 31
Chassis Lubrication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 38
Cigarette Lighter ............... . . . . . . . . . .. 17
Circuit Breaker ........................... , 45
Cleaning Hints
Exterior
Appearance ................... 30
Interior Appearance ................... 31
Clutch Adjustment ......................... , 12
Clutch Cross
Shaft......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 38
Clutch Pedal ............................. 12
Clutch Pulleys
& Cables .................... , 40
Cooling System ........................... 33
Crankcase Ventilation ...................... 37
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Cylinder Head Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . .. 23
Dimmer Switch ........................... 11
Distributor ............................... 39
Doors and Locks ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 18 & 26
Rear ........................... 19 & 27
Side ................................ 27
Driving for Economy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2
Engine
Oil Cooler ......................... 40
Engine Compartment ................... 21 & 26
Engine Lubrication ......................... 32
Front Suspension .......................... 38
Front Wheel Bearings ...................... 40
Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 42
Fuel Gauge .............................. 8
Fuses ................................... 45
Gas Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 21 & 29
Generator ............................... 39
Gen-Fan Indicator ...................... 9 & 23
Heater
Direct
Air. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 14
Gasoline
.......................... . .
Ignition
Switch ........................... .
Jacking the
Car .......................... .
Keys
.................................. .
Light Control Knob
........................ .
Lighting
System Trouble Checks ............... .
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3
36
18
10
11