Manual Coverage
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Systems Covered
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Engine Components:
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Engine block, cylinder head, pistons, rings, crankshaft, camshaft, valves, timing components, intake and exhaust manifolds, oil pump, water pump.
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Fuel System:
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Carburetor components, fuel pump, fuel lines, fuel tank, fuel filters.
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Cooling System:
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Radiator, fan, fan clutch, water pump, thermostat, hoses.
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Ignition System:
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Distributor, spark plugs, ignition coils, wiring.
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Transmission Components:
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Manual transmission gears, shafts, synchronizers, bearings; Automatic transmission (e.g., Dynaflow, THM) internal components, torque converter, clutch packs, valve bodies.
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Drivetrain:
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Driveshaft, universal joints, rear axle housing, differential, axle shafts, wheels, hubs.
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Suspension Components:
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Front suspension (e.g., ball joints, control arms, springs, shock absorbers), rear suspension (e.g., leaf springs, shocks).
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Steering System:
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Steering column, steering gear, tie rods, drag links, power steering components (if applicable).
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Brake System:
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Brake drums, brake shoes, wheel cylinders, master cylinder, brake lines, parking brake components.
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Electrical System:
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Generator/alternator, voltage regulator, starter motor, battery, ignition switch, lighting components, dashboard gauges, wiring harnesses, switches.
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Body And Interior:
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Sheet metal (fenders, hoods, doors, roof panels), bumpers, grilles, trim, glass, upholstery, dashboard components, seats, weatherstripping.
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HVAC:
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Heater core, blower motor, heater controls (where applicable).
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Procedures Included
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Part Identification:
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Detailed illustrations with exploded views for accurate part identification.
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Part Number Lookup:
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Includes original Buick part numbers for ordering.
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Technical Depth
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Depth:
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Extremely detailed for parts identification and assembly. Focuses on 'what' and 'where' parts go, not 'how' to perform repairs (though illustrations imply assembly order).
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Engine Specifications
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Primary Engine
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Engine Types Covered:
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Inline 6-cylinder, V8 (e.g., Nailhead, Fireball, 300, 350, 400, 455 CID) across various displacements and configurations.
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Performance
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Performance Data In Manual:
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While not a performance tuning manual, it lists parts specific to different engine variants which indirectly define performance characteristics.
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Fuel System
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Carburetor Types:
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Lists parts for single-barrel, two-barrel, and four-barrel carburetors from manufacturers like Stromberg, Rochester, and Carter.
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