Section 6Y · Pages 165–193 (29 pages)

Engine Electrical

From the 1971 Chevy Van and Sportvan Chassis Service Manual

Battery, charging, ignition and starting systems. The battery part covers periodic service, electrolyte level, common causes of failure, charging and hydrometer and cell comparison tests; later parts cover the generator and charging circuit, ignition components and the starter motor and solenoid, with special tools.

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What this section covers

  • Battery service and testing
  • Charging procedures
  • Charging system and generator
  • Ignition system
  • Starting motor and solenoid
  • Special tools
Year
1971
Make
Chevrolet
Vehicle
G Vans, Light Duty Trucks, Trucks
Type
Service Manual
Models
Chevy Van / Sportvan G10–G30
Publication
ST-140-71
Pages
290

What’s inside

Service manual

  1. 0General Information and Lubricationpp. 3–18
  2. 1AHeaterpp. 19–26
  3. 1BBodypp. 27–47
  4. 2FrameUnderbody alignment for the integral frame rails, cross sills and outriggers, checked with a tram gauge to within 1/16 inch, and repair of excessive body damage.pp. 48–49
  5. 3Front Suspensionpp. 50–59
  6. 4Rear Suspension and Drivelinepp. 60–78
  7. 5Brakespp. 79–106
  8. 6Enginepp. 107–145
  9. 6KEngine Coolingpp. 146–149
  10. 6MEngine Fuelpp. 150–162
  11. 6TEmission Control SystemsPositive crankcase ventilation, the Controlled Combustion System, evaporation emission control and Transmission Controlled Spark with its solenoid and temperature override switch.pp. 163–164
  12. 6YEngine Electricalpp. 165–193
  13. 7Truck Clutches and Transmissionspp. 194–220
  14. 8Fuel Tank and Exhaust Systemspp. 221–226
  15. 9Steeringpp. 227–237
  16. 10Wheels and Tirespp. 238–243
  17. 11Front End Sheet Metalpp. 244–247
  18. 12Electrical: Body and Chassispp. 248–270
  19. 13Radiator and GrilleRadiator removal and installation for six-cylinder and V8 engines, and grille service.pp. 271–271
  20. 14BumpersRemoval and installation of the one-piece front and rear bumpers, brackets, braces and license plate support.pp. 272–272
  21. 15AccessoriesRadio removal and installation, and speaker replacement through the engine cover opening.pp. 273–273

Specifications

  1. Specificationspp. 274–290

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