EDSEL, THUNDERBIRD, FORD REPAIR MANUAL
PARTIAL INDEX
Index
Covers mechanical specifications on 1953 - 62 models and service procedures on 1953 - 62 models
Models
FORD
Ford Falcon
Ford Galaxie
Ford Thunderbird
Edsel
Index of service operations
General specifications
Engine types
Ford 1953 - 1962
V8 239
V* 272
V8 292
V8 332
V8 352
V8 390
6 215
6 223
Thunderbird
1955 - 1962
V8 292
V8 312
V8 352
V8 430
V8 390
Edsel
V8 E-400
V8 E-475
V8 292
V8 332
V8 361
V8 352
6 223
Tune up specifications
spark plug/distributor/firing order/ignition timing/hot idle speed/average compression pressure psi
Valve specifications
valve lash/valve angles/valve spring installed height/valve spring pressure/valve lift/stem clearance/stem diameter
Engine tightening specifications
spark plug ft. pounds/cylinder head bolts ft. lbs./intake manifold ft. pounds/exhaust minifold ft. lbs./rocker arm shaft bracket ft. lbs./rocker arm cover ft. lbs./connecting rod cap bolts ft. lbs./main bearing cap bolts ft. lbs./flywheel to crankshaft ft. lbs./vibration damber or pulley ft. lbs.
Starting motor specifications
part #/rotation/brush spring tension ounces/no load test amps/volts/rpm/ torque test amperes.volts.torque ft. lbs.
Pistons Pins Rings Crankshaft and Bearings
Fitting pistons shim to use.pounds pull on scale/ring end gap compression.oil/wrist pin diameter/rod bearings shaft diameter.bearing clearance/main bearings shaft diameter.bearing clearance/thrust on bearing no./shaft end play
Distributor Specifications
part No./rotation/breaker gap/cam angle/breaker arm spring tension/centrifugal advance degrees @ r.p.m. of distributor/vacuum advance.inches of vacuum to start plunger/max. adv. dist. deg. @ vacuum
Generator and regulator specifications
generator number/rated cap. amps/gen. field ground location/brush spring tension ounces/regulator number/cutout relay closing voltage/voltage settings/current setting
Cooling system and capacity data
cooling system data.quarts no heater.quarts with heater.rad. cap relief pressure/thermostat opening temp./fuel tank gallons/engine oil.refill qts.summer grade.winter grade
Transmissions
std. pints/with overdrive pints/automatic qts./rear axle pints
Wheel alignment specifications
caster degrees.limits.desired/camber degrees.limits.desired/toe-in inches/toe-out on turns.outer sheel.inner wheel
King pin angle or steering axis degrees
Rear axle and brake clyinder specifications
ring gear and pinion backlash inch/drive pinion adjustment/drive pinion bearing preload inch lbs./drive pinion bearing adjustment/axle shaft end play inch/hydraulic cylinder bore sizes.inch
Engine identification
engine/serial number prefix
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Engine section
Engine replace
cylinder head replace
valve arrangement
valves, adjust
overhead valve engines
silent valve lash mechanism
mechanical lifters
hydraulic lifters
valves, remove
valves, grind
valve guides
valve spring installed height
grinding valve stems
valve spring testing
rocker arms removal
rocker arms installation
hydraulic valve lifters
timing case cover
timing chain remove
timing chain install
camshaft replace
camshaft bearings
pistons and rods removal
piston and rod assemble
pistons
piston pins
piston rings
rod bearings
main bearings
crankshaft oil seal
oil pan replace
oil and vacuum pump
oil pump repairs
radiator
water pump replace
water pump repairs
distributor replace
distributor installation
ignition timing
starter replace
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS
Cruise-O-Matic
Edsel
Flashomatic
Flightomatic
Ford-O-Matic
Merc-O-Matic
Multi-Drive
Turbo-Drive
Twin Turbo-Drive
CONTENTS
Description
Trouble Shooting
Maintenance
Adding fluid
Changing Fluid
"In Car' Repairs
Bands, Adjust
Vacuum and Solenoid Control (Rambler)
Vacuum Throttle Control
Oil Pressure Specifications
Air Pressure Checks
Oil Pressure Tests
Oil Pressure Regulator
Control Valve
Front and Rear Servos
Extension Housing Seal
Oil Distributor
Governor
REPAIRS REQUIRING TRANSMISSION REMOVAL
Transmission, Disassemble
Front Pump
Rear Pump
Output Shaft and Internal Gear
Pinion Carrier
Center Support
Front Clutch
Rear Clutch and Primary Sun Gear
Transmission Case and Linkage
Transmission, Assemble
Torque Converter
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Two-Speed Ford-O-Matic
Merc-O-Matic
Comet Drive
Edsel Mile-O-Matic
CONTENTS
Trouble Shooting
Adding Oil
Changing Oil
Low Band, Adjust
Reverse Band, Adjust
Control Pressure Checks
Air Pressure Checks
Vacuum Throttle Control
Sub-Assemblies, Remove
Sub-Assemblies, Overhaul
Transmission, Assemble
Valve Body Service
Hydraulic Bench Tests
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Part two
Carburetor Section
Performance Complaints/Poor Mileage and Engine Loading Complaints/Dirty or Rusty Choke Housing/Manifold Heat Control Valve/Positive Crankcase Ventilation
Carter Carburetor Adjustments
carburetor model/Idle Adjustments.mixture screws turns open. fast idle speed.dashpot plunger clearance/Float Level.primary.secondary/Float Drop.primary secondary/pump travel setting/choke unloader setting/choke setting
Holley Carburetor Adjustments
model/carb. type/idle adjustments.mixture screws turns open.air bypass turns open.fast idle speed.dashpot plunger clearance/float level/fuel level/float bowl vent valve/pump override spring/choke unloader/choke setting
Ford Carburetor Adjustment
model/carb. type/idle adjustments.mixture scres turns open.fast idle speed.dashpot setting/float level/fast idle cam/secondary thottle plate/pump stroke/choke setting
Clutch and Transmission Section
Clutch Pedal, Adjust
Service note
Clutch Service
Replace 1957 - 62
Replace 1955 - 56
Transmission, Replace 1955 - 56 Ford
1955 - 56 Thunderbird
1957 - 59 Ford & Edsel
1957 Thunderbird
1958 - 60 Thunderbird
1960 - 62 Ford & Edsel
Transmission Repairs
Standard Transmission Shift Linkage, Adjust
Automatic Transmission Linkage Manual Linkage
Vacuum-Controlled Throttle Linkage
Transmission and Conv. Replace
Transmission less Conv. Replace
Rear Axle and Brake Section
Axle shaft remove
Axle shaft bearing, replace
Oil Seal, replace
axle shaft, install
Rear Axle, Remove
Rear Axle Repairs
Disassemble Carrier
Assemble Carrier
Assemble Pinion
Pinion, Adjust
Pinion & Bearings, replace
Drive pinion position
Axle Shaft, Replace
Master Cylinder, Replace
Power Brake Unit, Replace
Power Brake Unit, Installation
Power Brake Unit, Adjustments
Front End and Steering Section
Camber & Caster, Adjust
Toe-In, Adjust
Wheel Bearings, Adjust
Checking Ball Joints For Wear
Front End Repairs
Ball Joints Shock Absorber
Front Spring
Lower Arm & Spring, Remove
Ball Joint Service
Lower Arm & Spring, Install
Upper Arm, Remove
Upper Arm, Install
Horn Sounder, installation
Steering Wheel
Steering Gear, Replace
Manual Steering Gear Repairs
Manual Steering Gear Assemble & Adjustments
Worm Bearing Preload
Worm & Roller Mesh
Worm & Roller Disassemble
Worm & Roller Inspect & Assemble
Integral Power Steering
Linkage Type Power Steering
Linkage Type Power Steering, Fluid Pressure Test
Power Steering Pump, Removal
Power Steering Pump, Install
Pump Belt Tension
Control Valve Removal
Control Valve, Install
Power Cylinder Removal
Power Cylinder, Install
Speedometer, Radio and Windshield Wiper
Speedometer, Replace
Radio, Replace
Windshield Wiper
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