Target Audience:
Corvette owners, DIY enthusiasts, independent repair shops.
Value Proposition:
Empowers owners to perform maintenance and repairs, saving significant costs.
Manual Authenticity:
Represents the same information used by professional technicians and dealerships.
Completeness:
Complete and intact, without missing or corrupt parts/pages.
Accessibility:
Instant digital access provides immediate usability.
Engine Service Repair:
Detailed procedures for engine disassembly, assembly, inspection, and repair.
Transmission Service Repair:
Coverage for automatic and manual transmission service, repair, and overhaul.
Brake System:
Diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of front disc and rear drum braking systems.
Wiring Diagram:
Comprehensive electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems.
Electrical System:
Troubleshooting and repair procedures for all electrical components and circuits.
Suspension:
Service and repair for independent front suspension and rear multi-link suspension.
Steering:
Diagnosis and repair of the power steering system and steering linkage.
Cooling System:
Maintenance and repair of the radiator, fan, water pump, and coolant passages.
Fuel Injection Fuel System:
Service for the Rochester Quadrajet carburetor, fuel pump, fuel lines, and tank.
Emission System:
Information on emission control devices and their function for compliance.
Heater Air Conditioner:
Service and repair for the climate control system, including HVAC components.
Engine Control System:
Diagnosis and troubleshooting of engine management systems.
Chassis Body:
Information on body repair, frame, and underbody components.
Restraint System:
Details on seat belts and related safety restraint components.
Interior:
Procedures for interior trim, seating, and dashboard components.
Differential Drive:
Service and maintenance of the rear axle differential and drivetrain components.
Axle:
Information on front and rear axle components and service.
General Maintenance:
Routine maintenance tasks, fluid checks, and component inspections.
Troubleshooting:
Systematic diagnostic procedures for identifying and resolving common issues.
Periodic Lubrication:
Scheduled lubrication points and recommended lubricants.
Disassembly Assembly:
Step-by-step instructions for removing and reinstalling major components.
Cleaning Reinstalling:
Guidance on proper cleaning of parts before reassembly.
Depth Of Information:
Comprehensive diagnostic, repair, and maintenance information used by professional technicians.
Illustrations:
Hundreds of detailed illustrations, drawings, and photos.
Precision Instructions:
Numbered instructions, detailed substeps, notes, cautions, and warnings.
Engine Name:
350 V8 (L48)
Displacement:
350 cubic inches (5.7 Liters)
Configuration:
Overhead Valve (OHV), 90-degree V8
Bore X Stroke:
4.00 in x 3.48 in (101.6 mm x 88.4 mm)
Horsepower Gross Est:
195 hp @ 4400 rpm (approx.)
Torque Gross Est:
285 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm (approx.)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Fuel Delivery:
Rochester Quadrajet 4-barrel carburetor
Fuel Pump Type:
Mechanical
Crash Test Data:
Data not readily available for this specific model year through standard consumer safety rating agencies (e.g., NHTSA, IIHS) in a format comparable to modern vehicles.
Active Safety:
Power-assisted front disc brakes, power steering.
Passive Safety:
3-point seat belts, padded interior surfaces, collapsing steering column.
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,000 miles or 6 months (typical recommendation for the era).
Tune Up Interval:
Every 12,000-15,000 miles (includes spark plugs, ignition components).
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 (API SF service category or equivalent)
Engine Oil Capacity With Filter:
5 quarts (4.7 liters)
Coolant Type:
50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol antifreeze and distilled water
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 disc brake fluid
Common Corrosion Areas:
Birdcage (frame structure), rear trailing arms, wheel wells.
Common Engine Issues:
Carburetor adjustment and wear, ignition system reliability (points, condenser, distributor), potential vacuum leaks.
Common Drivetrain Issues:
U-joint wear, differential seals, automatic transmission clutches/bands.
Chevrolet Legacy:
Chevrolet has a long history of performance vehicles, with the Corvette being its flagship sports car since 1953.
C3 Generation:
The 1978 Corvette marked a significant year for the C3 generation, featuring iconic styling and the introduction of the 'Anniversary Edition' and the 'Indy 500 Pace Car' replicas.
Production Location:
Bowling Green, Kentucky, USA
Production Volume 1978:
40,667 units
