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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1966CHEVY II BASE, NOT AVAILABLE, 2.5L ENG, AUTOMATIC TRANS, TRANS MFR CD THM400REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALENGINE REMOVALOLDSMOBILE V8 ENGINES1966-70 TORONADO
1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Base, Not Available, 2.5L Eng, Automatic Trans, Trans Mfr CD THM400
1966-70 TORONADO
1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Base, Not Available, 2.5L Eng, Automatic Trans, Trans Mfr CD THM400SECTION 1966-70 TORONADO
- Remove hood, disconnect battery, disconnect all hoses, wires, and linkage from engine. Drain radiator, remove coil, throttle control switch bracket, radiator support, and radiator.
- Raise car, disconnect exhaust pipes at manifold. Remove starter. Remove torque converter cover, and three converter-to-flywheel bolts.
- Attach chain or other suitable support between final drive and frame so that final drive will not fall when it is unbolted from engine.
- Disconnect cooler lines from transmission and move slightly to side away from engine. Remove two attaching bolts from right output shaft support bracket and one through bolt attaching final drive to left side of engine block.
- Remove engine mount-to-crossmember nuts. Support engine, remove six transmission-to-engine bolts and remove engine.NOTE: Install converter holding tool if car is to be moved with engine out.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.