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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1976CAMARO BASE, 5.7L ENG VIN L, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCETUNE-UPTUNE-UP PROCEDURES - V8HOT (SLOW) IDLE RPM1975 MODELS
1976 Chevrolet Camaro Base, 5.7L Eng VIN L, Automatic Trans
1975 Models
1976 Chevrolet Camaro Base, 5.7L Eng VIN L, Automatic TransSECTION 1975 Models
Ensure engine is at normal operating temperature, air cleaner is installed, choke is fully open, and air conditioner is off (if equipped).
- 2) Disconnect fuel tank hose from fuel vapor canister. Disconnect and plug distributor vacuum advance hose. Check ignition timing and adjust if necessary. Reconnect vacuum advance hose.
- 3) On models without idle speed solenoid, place automatic transmission in Drive (if equipped). With engine running, turn idle speed screw to obtain specified RPM.
- 4) On models with idle speed solenoid, disconnect electrical lead at solenoid. Place automatic transmission in Drive (if equipped). Turn low idle speed screw to obtain specified low idle speed. Reconnect solenoid and open throttle slightly to allow solenoid plunger to extend. Turn solenoid plunger screw to obtain specified idle speed.
1975 IDLE SPEED (RPM) SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Curb Idle | Solenoid Energized | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350" 4-Bbl. | ||||
| High Performance | ||||
| Man. Trans. | 900 | ..... | ||
| Auto. Trans. | 700 | ..... | ||
| 454" 4-Bbl. | 500 | 600 | ||
| All Others | ||||
| Man. Trans. | 800 | ..... | ||
| Auto. Trans. | 600 | ..... | ||
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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.