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GENERAL I N F O R M A T I O N
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SECTION OA
GENERAL INFORMATION
CONTENTS OF THlS SECTION
General Information
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OA-1
Ignition, Door and Trunk Locks
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OA-1
Metric Fasteners
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OA-4
Capacities
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OA-7
GENERAL INFORMATION
Only general specifications and information appear in
this section. Detailed specifications on major units are given
at the end of each respective section of this manual.
BODY IDENTIFICATION PLATE
Information as to body style, trim number, body number
and paint code may be found stamped on the Body
Identification Plate (Fig. OA-1). This plate is attached to the
upper horizontal surface of the dash panel (shroud) in the
engine compartment. The plate is located on the right hand
side on B Series and on the left hand side on all other models.
O P T I O N D E S I G N A T I O N
SERIES
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f o r p l a n t u s e
1 -
BODY STYLE
D l V ~ S ~ ~ ~ - ~
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rASSEMBLY
PLANT
TIME B U I L T
CODE-
U P P E R B O D Y C O L O R
TRIM C O M B I N A T I O N
NUMBER
CONV. TOP COLOR
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M O D U L A R S E A T CODE-
L O W E R B ~ D Y C O L O R
3407
Fig.
OA-1
Vehicle Body Style Identification Plate
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATE
Serial number, assembly plant code, engine, carburetor,
style, series and model year identification can be determined
from the Manufacturer's Motor Vehicle Identification
Number Plate. This plate is fastened to the upper left
instrument panel area, visible through the windshield. The
plate has embossed numerals as shown in Fig. OA-2.
GOVERNMENT CERTIFICATION LABEL
All models have a label on the left door end panel stating
that the car conforms to all government requirements.
NOTE: This label must not be removed.
CAR MODEL IDENTIFICATION
The various Pontiac models are identified both by names
and by "series" letters. Fig. OA-2 shows both methods of
identification.
The third letter code in the vehicle identification number
shows the plant where a given car was built (Fig. OA-2).
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION
The engine letter code appears as the second letter in the
vehicle identification number as shown in Fig. OA-2.
For identification of specific engines refer to engine
section in this manual.
IGNITION, DOOR A N D TRUNK
LOCKS
Two separate keys (Fig. OA-3) are used; type "E"
(square) for ignition switch only and type
"H"
(oval) for all
doors, glove box, tailgate, hatchback and deck lid locks.
IGNITION LOCK
Removal
1. Remove lock assembly from steering column. See
Section 3B4 in this manual.
2. Production lock is not serviceable and should be
discarded.
NOTE: In the event that the old tumblers are to be
re-used, the following procedure may be used to
disassemble the lock cylinder.
a. Pry off gate adapter stop ring (Fig. OA-4).
b. With key inserted in lock, turn counterclockwise to
stop (accessory position).
c. Using suitable pick, depress brass pin in slot on side
of cylinder as shown in Fig. OA-5.
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