This manual covers the 1964 Buick Riviera, LeSabre, Electra, and Skylark models, representing Buick's premium and personal luxury offerings of the era. These vehicles, built on platforms like the GM B-body, E-body, and A-body, are distinguished by sophisticated styling, powerful V8 engines including the Nailhead and Wildcat series, and luxurious interiors. The Riviera, with its unique design, served as a halo car, while the LeSabre and Electra provided full-size comfort and luxury, and the Skylark offered a sportier compact option. These Buicks were engineered for comfort, performance, and reliability, featuring advanced technologies for their time such as optional climate control and cruise control. This comprehensive factory service manual provides detailed information essential for the maintenance, repair, and restoration of all 1964 Buick models. It covers a wide array of systems, including engine overhaul, transmission service (Hydra-Matic, Turbine Drive), chassis components, and electrical systems, with specific procedures for scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and component repair. The manual includes crucial technical specifications, wiring diagrams, and information on special tools required for diagnostic and repair procedures. Its purpose is to serve as an authoritative resource for owners, mechanics, and technicians, ensuring the longevity and optimal performance of these classic automobiles. 🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Buick Model: Riviera, LeSabre, Electra, Skylark Year: 1964 Codes Platform: GM B-body (LeSabre, Electra), GM E-body (Riviera), GM A-body (Skylark) 👋 Introduction Market Position Positioning: Buick in 1964 occupied a position as a premium, full-size, and personal luxury automobile, offering sophisticated styling and comfort. The Riviera, in particular, was a halo car with a distinct, European-inspired design. Competitive Analysis Competitors: Competed with other American luxury and personal luxury cars such as Cadillac Eldorado, Ford Thunderbird, Chrysler New Yorker, and Oldsmobile Toronado (though the Toronado debuted later). Key Features Vehicle Highlights: Distinctive styling (especially the Riviera's sharp lines and hidden headlights), powerful V8 engines, luxurious interiors, and advanced features for the era like power accessories and climate control. Manual Value Value Proposition: Provides essential, factory-authorized information for the maintenance, repair, and restoration of these classic Buick models, crucial for owners and mechanics. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Covered Models: All 1964 Buick models including Riviera, LeSabre, Electra, and Skylark. Specific sub-models and trim levels within these lines are also covered. Page Count Estimated Pages: Estimated 1000+ pages (typical for comprehensive factory service manuals of this era) Manual Type Type: Factory Service Manual / Shop Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Systems: Engine overhaul, lubrication, cooling, fuel, exhaust, ignition, engine performance diagnosis, carburetor (Rochester, Carter) specifications and adjustments. Transmission Systems: Hydra-Matic (Turbine Drive, Dual Path) and manual transmission overhaul, fluid specifications, shift linkage adjustments, service procedures, diagnosis. Chassis Systems: Front and rear suspension (including Riviera's unique independent front suspension), steering (power steering), brakes (drum, front disc on some models), wheel bearings, lubrication. Electrical Systems: Wiring diagrams for all models, battery, charging system (alternator, generator), starting system, lighting, gauges, instruments, ignition switch, power windows, power seats, radio, climate control systems. Body And Interior: Body repair, door mechanisms, window regulators, seat adjustments, upholstery, trim, weatherstripping, bumpers, grilles, hood, trunk lid, body panel alignment, sound deadening. Procedures Included Maintenance Procedures: Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, tune-ups, lubrication points, tire rotation, brake adjustments, fluid level checks. Troubleshooting Guides: Systematic diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon drivability issues, electrical faults, mechanical failures, with symptom-based troubleshooting charts. Repair And Overhaul: Step-by-step instructions for engine disassembly and reassembly, transmission repair, brake system overhaul, suspension component replacement, electrical component repair. Special Tools: Identification and usage of specialized tools required for specific repair and diagnostic procedures. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagnostic procedures and specifications. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Likely text-searchable if digitally created or scanned with OCR. Print Quality Quality: Variable, dependent on original scan quality. Generally designed for clarity and readability of diagrams and text. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital PDF download) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital PDF download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Options: V8 engines across all models, varying in displacement and configuration. Commonly found were 325 cu in (5.3 L) Nailhead V8, 401 cu in (6.6 L) Nailhead V8, and the 425 cu in (7.0 L) 'Wildcat' 425 V8. Performance Horsepower Torque: Horsepower ranged from approximately 250 hp to over 360 hp depending on the engine and carburetor setup (e.g., 425 Wildcat with dual quads). Fuel System Carburetors: Primarily Rochester Quadrajet, Rochester 4-Jet, and Carter WCFB carburetors. Some higher performance engines featured dual four-barrel carburetors. Engine Codes Engine Codes: Specific engine codes are detailed within the manual for VIN matching and identification. Cooling System Coolant Type: Conventional ethylene glycol coolant (50/50 mix with water recommended). 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Types: Buick's 'Turbine Drive' (a cast-iron, torque-converter automatic transmission) was...