Pontiac Firebird II (1970-1981): service and repair manuals

Pontiac Firebird - All V8 models (1970-1981) | Haynes Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual covering the Pontiac Firebird (1970-1981).

Versions: Firebird, Trans-Am, Formula and Esprit.

Gasoline engines: V8 - 265 (4314 cc), 301 (4900 cc), 305 (4965 cc), 350 (5698 cc), 400 (6512 cc), 403 (6561 cc) and 455 (7408 cc).

Model years: 1970-1981.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the turbo engines.

This Haynes manual for the Pontiac Firebird sports cars describes service and repair of the V8 petrol engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also includes procedures for the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox (removal and installation), driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior, and electrical system.

• Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
• Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
• Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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Trans Am & Firebird Restoration (1970 ½ -1981)

S-A Design restoration manual for the Pontiac Trans Am and Firebird. Build years: 1970 ½ -1981. Also provides buying tips and information on model history and identification.

• This manual describes the complete restoration of the Pontiac Trans Am and Firebird models: renovation of the body (including replacement of hood, fenders, windows, doors and bumpers), the interior (seat upholstery, dashboard and door panels), the engine (removal and installation, overhaul), the chassis (clutch, transmission, suspension, brakes, steering) and the electrical system (lights, alternator, starter motor, windshield wipers).
• Richly illustrated with hundreds of photos and clear step-by-step instructions.

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1970 Pontiac Firebird - Service Manual Supplement

SUPPLEMENT (reprint) to be used with the 1970 Pontiac Service Manual . Contains additional technical information on the 1970 Pontiac Firebird sports cars.

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Pontiac dealer's workshop at the time. GM reference: S-7004F.

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Trans Am and Formula Firebird (1970-1981) - Restoration Guide

With the Trans Am Formula Restoration Guide will be able to restore any 1970-1981 Firebird back to showroom condition.
This guide describes all major components and models plus the rare packages like the Redbird, Skybird, and of course the Super Duty and the Special Edition models.
Loaded with part numbers and option codes it is a must have for any second-generation Firebird owner.

• Covers all Firebird models with V-8 engines.
• Includes part numbers, casting numbers and production numbers.

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