1958 Chevrolet Truck Service Manual

Description

This 863 page, 1958 Chevy Truck Service Manual is a reproduction of the original, out of print manual. This manual, while not an original collectible, provides complete information for the proper servicing and restoration of 1958 Chevrolet trucks. This manual serves as a ready reference book for the experienced technician but also covers step-by-step procedures for the guidance of do-it-yourself home mechanics. This book is broken down into sections, at the beginning of each section is a Table of Contents, which gives the page number on which each major subject begins. An Index is placed at the beginning of each major subject within the section, while a complete Alphabetical Index is provided at the end of the manual.

Table of Contents

General Information
Lubrication
Frame And Suspension
Steering
Rear Axle
Brakes
Engine Tune-up
Engine Mechanical
Electrical Systems
Fuel And Exhaust Systems
Clutch
Transmission Manual
Transmission Automatic
Body And Sheet Metal
Four Wheel Drive

Index of Topics

A
Adjustments
Brake Shoe
Carburetor Idle
Carburetor Linkage
Coil Spring Clutch
Connecting Rod Bearings
Diaphragm Spring Clutch
Distributor Dwell Angle (V-8)
Distributor Governor
Door Striker Plate
Ring Gear and Pinion
1/2 Ton
3/4  and 1 Ton
1-1/2, 2, and 2-1/2 Ton
2-1/2 Ton Eaton
Two Speed Chevrolet
Two Speed Eaton
Steering Gear
Valve
L-6 Engine
Air Cleaner
Air (Pressure) Gauge
Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Specifications
Troubles and Remedies
Air-Pak
Alignment
Front End
Transmission (3-Speed)
Ammeter
Anti-Freeze
Axle Assembly
Four Wheel Drive
Front
Rear
Axle Perches
Axle Pinion Nose Angle
Axle Shaft
1/2 Ton
3/4  and 1 Ton
1-1/2, 2, and 2-1/2 Ton
2-1/2 Ton Eaton
Four Wheel Drive
Two Speed Eaton
Axle Shaft Bearing
Axle Shaft Oil Seal

B
Back-up Light
Balancer, Harmonic
Balancing Tires
Ball Nut, Steering Gear
Bands Hydra-Matic
Battery
Battery Cables
Bearing
Axle Shaft
1/2 Ton
3/4  and 1 Ton
1-1/2, 2, and 2-1/2 Ton
2-1/2 Ton Eaton
Two Speed Eaton
Camshaft
L-6 Engine
V-8 ( 283 Cu In)
V-8 (322 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Clutch Gear
Five Speed Transmission
Five Speed H D Transmission
Three Speed Transmission
Countergear Needle
Three Speed Transmission
Countershaft Front
Four Speed Transmission
Diaphragm Clutch Pilot
Engine Main
L-6 Engine
V-8 ( 283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Front Wheel
Kingpin Trunnion
Main Rocker
Mast Jacket Upper
Rear Wheel
Transmission Rear
Three Speed Transmission
Belt Tension, Power Steering Pump
Bleeding Hydraulic Steering System____
Body Mounting
Brake
Chambers Air Brake System
Drums
1/2 Ton
3/4  and 1 Ton
1-1/2, 2, and 2-1/2 Ton
2-1/2 Ton Eaton
General
Two Speed Eaton
Fluid
Main Cylinder
Pedal
Shoes
Systems
Air over Hydraulic
Full Air Brake
Hydrovac
Standard
Tubing
Valve, Full Air Brake System
Wheel Cylinders
Brushes, Generator
Bumpers, Rebound
Bushings
Kingpin
Reverse Idler
Four Speed Transmission
Three Speed Transmission
Sector Shaft
Torque Rod

C
Cab, Body and Sheet Metal
Cab and Body
Sheet Metal
Camshaft
Bearings
Engine
L-6 Engine
V-8 ( 283 Cu In)
V-8 ( 348 Cu In)
Front Brake Shoe
Gear
Rear Brake Shoe
Carburetor Idle Adjustments
Carburetors
Carter Updraft Carburetor
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Special Tools
G M Model “B” Downdraft Carburetor
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Special Tools
Specifications
Model “2G” Carburetor
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Special Tools
Specifications
Troubles and Remedies
Model “4G” Carburetor
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Special Tools
Specifications
Trouble Shooting
Carrier, Differential
Charging Voltage Test
Chassis Electrical
Horns and Horn Relay
Instruments and Gauges
Lighting System
Specifications
Troubles and Remedies
Wiring
Cluster Gear
Clutch
Diaphragm Spring
Coil Spring
Clutch
Diaphragm, Pilot Bearing
Diaphragm, Retracting Spring
Gear Bearing
Gear Transmission
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Pedal
Sleeve
Three Speed Transmission
Coil, Ignition
Compression
Blocks
Test
Compressor, Brake System Air
Condenser
Condenser Radio By-Pass
Connecting Rods
Control Valve
HydraMatic
Power Steering
Converter Powermatic
Cooling
Engine
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Special Tools
Specifications
Troubles and Remedies
System
Checks
Cleaning
Pressure Test
Countergear Needle Bearings
Countershaft
Front Bearing
Transmission
Five Speed H D Transmission
Five Speed Transmission
Four Speed Transmission
Cover
Timing Gear or Chain
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (322 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Transmission Side
Five Speed H D Transmission
Five Speed Transmission
Four Speed Transmission
Three Speed H D Transmission
Three Speed Transmission
Crankcase
Front End Cover (Sec Cover, Timing Gear or Chain)
Front End Cover Oil Seal
Cranking Voltage Test
Crankshaft
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Bearings
Gear
Cross Members and Brackets, Frame
Cylinder Balance Test
Boring
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Conditioning
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Head and Valve Conditioning
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (322 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Honing and Piston Fitting
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)

D
Demounting and Mounting Tires
Differential and Planet Assembly (2-speed rear axle)
Differential Carrier
1/2 Ton
3/4  and 1 Ton
1-1/2, 2, and 2-1/2 Ton
2-1/2 Ton Eaton
Two Speed Chevrolet
Two Speed Eaton
Dimmer Switch
Distributor Condenser
Contact Points
Ignition L-6
V-8
Door Body
Handles and Locks
Drain Cocks, Brake System
Drums, Brake
Dwell and Dwell Variation Test

E
Electrical Systems
Emblems and Nameplates, Body
End Gate
Cameo Series
Assembly
Cable or Tape Reel
Lock
Striker
Ex Cameo Series
Assembly
Cable or Tape Reel
Hinge
Lock
Handle
Striker
Remote Control
Engine
Eight Cylinder (283 Cu In)
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Special Tools
Specifications
Troubles and Remedies
Eight Cylinder (322 Cu In)
General Description
Service Procedures
Specifications
Troubles and Remedies
Eight Cylinder (348 Cu In)
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Special Tools
Specifications
Troubles and Remedies
Electrical
General Trouble Shooting
Generating Circuit
Ignition Circuit
Special Tools
Specifications
Starting Circuit
Troubles and Remedies
Mechanical
Eight Cylinder (283 Cu In)
Eight Cylinder (322 Cu In)
Eight Cylinder (348 Cu In)
Engine Cooling System
Six Cylinder Engine
Mountings
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Overhaul
L-6 Engine
V-8 ( 283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)

Six Cylinder
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Special Tools
Specifications
Troubles and Remedies
Tune-up
Exhaust Systems

F
Fan Belt
Fender
Front
Rear
Five Speed Transmission
Flange, Universal Joint
Three Speed Transmission
Fluid Level, Power Steering
Flywheel
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (322 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Housing
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Four Speed Transmission
Four Wheel Drive
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Special Tools
Specifications
Trouble Diagnosis
Frame
General Description
Major Service Operations
Alignment
Cross Members and Brackets
Straightening
Frame and Suspension
Frame
Front Axle Assembly
Springs, Shackles and Shock Absorbers
Tandem Axle Suspension
Wheels and Tires
Free-Wheeling Hubs, Four Wheel Drive
Front Axle Assembly
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Special Tools
Specifications
Troubles and Remedies
Four Wheel Drive
Universal Joint, Four Wheel Drive
Front End Alignment
Front End Sheet Metal
Front Wheel Bearings
Fuel and Exhaust
Air Cleaner
Carter Updraft Carburetor
Exhaust System
Fuel Pump
Fuel Tank
G M Model “B” Downdraft Carburetor
Governor
Model “2G” Carburetor
Model “4G” Carburetor
Fuel
Filter
Gauge
Pump
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Specifications
Trouble Diagnosis and Testing
Troubles and Remedies
Tank
Full Air Brakes
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Service Checks
Service Diagnosis
Special Tools
Specifications

G
Gas Tank
Gauge
Air Pressure
Fuel
Oil Pressure
Gear
Camshaft
Countergear
Three Speed Transmission
Crankshaft
Reverse Idler
Five Speed Transmission
Four Speed Transmission
Three Speed Transmission
Second Speed
Three Speed Transmission
Speedometer
Five Speed Transmission
Four Speed Transmission
Three Speed H D Transmission
Three Speed Transmission
Speed Adapters
Transmission Clutch
Five Speed H D Transmission
Five Speed Transmission
Four Speed Transmission
Three Speed Transmission
Wear Pattern
Generating Circuit
Checks and Adjustments on the Vehicle
Periodic Servicing
Servicing of Units off the Vehicle
Generator
Brushes
Polarization
Glass
Body
Run Channel
Window
Rear
Sliding
Stationary
Ventilator
Governor
Brake System Air
Carburetor
Vacuum Spinner Type
“2G” Carburetors
“4G” Carburetors
Velocity Type
Hydra-Matic
Grille, Radiator
Guide Plates

H
Hard Steering Power Steering
Harmonic Balancer
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Headlamps
Heavy Duty Five Speed Transmission
Heavy Duty Three Speed Transmission
Hood Assembly
Horn
Relay
Hose, Power Steering
Hub Nuts
Hubs
Free Wheeling
Hydra-Matic Transmission
Hydraulic
Brake Fluid
Brake Tubing
Valve Lifters
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Hydrovac Brakes
General Description
Maintenance and Adjustments
Major Service Operations
Specifications
Troubles and Remedies
Idle Adjustments Carburetor
Ignition
Circuit
Checks and Adjustments on the Vehicle’
Periodic Servicing
Servicing of Units off the Vehicle
Output and Secondary Leakage Test
Switch
Test
System
Timing
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (322 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Indicator, Air Brake System Low Pressure
Inflation, Tire
Inspection, Cooling System
Instrument Cluster

K
Keys and Locks
Kingpin
Bushings
Trunnion Bearing
Knuckle
Steering
Four Wheel Drive
Knuckle Housing Steering
Four Wheel Drive

L
L-6 Engine
Leaks
Hydra-Matic
Power Steering
Water (Body)
Lever Rods, Diaphragm Clutch
Lighting Switch
Load Capacity Chart
Locks
Low Pressure Indicator
Lubrication
Air-Pak
Body
Overlubrication
Brake Cable
Brake and Clutch Pedals
Brake Systems
Full Air Brake
Hydrovac and Air over Hydraulic
Charts
Chassis
Conventional Steering Gear
Distributor
Front Axle- Four Wheel Drive
General Note
Generator
Hydra-Matic Transmission
Pillow Block (Tandem Axle)
Power Divider and Auxiliary Three Speed Transmission
Powermatic Transmission
Power Steering Gear and Pump
Propeller Shaft Slip Joints
Rear Axle and Conventional Transmission
Spring Shackles
Starting Motor
Transmission Controls
Universal Joint
Water Pump
Wheel Bearings
Front
Rear

M
Main Bearings
Main Cylinder, Brake System
Main Rocker Bearings Front Suspension
Mainshaft Oil Seal
Mainshaft, Transmission
Five Speed H D Transmission
Five Speed Transmission
Four Speed Transmission
Hydra-Matic Transmission
Three Speed H D Transmission
Three Speed Transmission
Manifold Heat Valve
Manual Transmissions
Master Cylinder, Brake System
Model Designation
Mouldings, Body
Mounting and Demounting Tires

N
Nameplates and Emblems
New Process Transmission
Noise Diagnosis
Hydra-Matic
Power Steering
Rear Axle
Nozzle, Timing Gear Oil

O
Oil
Deflector
Engine Crankcase
Corrosion
Crankcase Capacities
Crankcase Dilution
Maintaining Oil Level
Oil Gauge
SAE Viscosity Numbers
Types of Oil
Water in Crankcase Oil
Filter Valve
Level, Engine
L-6 Engine
V-8 ( 283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Pan
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Pressure Gauge
Pump
Hydra-Matic
Front and Rear
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (322 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Seal
Axle Shaft
Engine Rear Main Bearing
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (322 Cu In)
V-8 ( 348 Cu In)
Mainshaft
Three Speed Transmission
Pinion Flange
Rear Bearing Retainer
Five Speed Transmission
Four Speed Transmission
Hydra-Matic Transmission
Timing Gear or Chain Cover
V-8 ( 283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Transmission Rear
Three Speed H D Transmission
Vacuum Cylinder (2-Speed Rear Axle)
Options, Wheels and Tires

p
Panel Bodies
Parking Lamp
Pedal, Clutch and Brake
Pillow Block
Pinion Flange
Oil Seal
Pinion Nose Angle, Axle
Piston
Fitting
Pin Fitting
Rings
L-6 Engine
V-8 (283 Cu In)
V-8 (348 Cu In)
Piston and Connecting Rods
L-6 Engine