Make:
General Motors (Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Cadillac, Pontiac, Buick)
Model:
1970 Fisher Body Service Manual (Covers A, B, C, D, E, G, X Bodies)
Manual Part Number:
8700368
Copyright Date:
August 1969
Body Styles Covered:
A, B, C, D, E, G, X Bodies (excluding F-bodies)
Target Audience:
DIY mechanics, restoration enthusiasts, classic car owners, and professional automotive repair shops.
Value Proposition:
Offers significant cost savings compared to dealer labor rates for body-related repairs and maintenance.
Completeness:
Considered one of the most comprehensive and complete resources for 1970 GM Fisher Body service.
Authenticity:
Represents the original factory service documentation used by GM technicians.
Applicability:
Broad coverage across multiple GM divisions and body styles, making it a versatile resource.
Digital Convenience:
Instant download, keyword searchability, and printability offer modern accessibility to historical technical data.
Body Structure:
Comprehensive coverage of structural components and body shell construction.
Body Hardware:
Detailed information on hinges, latches, locks, and associated mechanisms.
Glass And Seals:
Procedures for installation, removal, and adjustment of all glass (stationary and operable) and weatherstripping.
Interior Trim:
Extensive coverage of dashboard, door panels, headliner, carpeting, and seat trim.
Exterior Trim:
Instructions for removal, installation, and adjustment of exterior moldings, emblems, and brightwork.
Convertible Tops:
Specific procedures for servicing folding tops.
Electrical Body Controls:
Wiring diagrams and service procedures for body-related electrical components such as interior/exterior lighting, power windows, locks, etc.
Removal And Installation:
Step-by-step instructions for dismantling and reassembling all covered body components.
Adjustment:
Precise procedures for adjusting doors, windows, hoods, trunk lids, and other body panels for proper fit and operation.
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance tasks related to body components and lubrication points.
Troubleshooting:
Guidance on diagnosing and rectifying common body-related issues.
Repair:
Detailed repair procedures for various body sections and components.
Depth:
Highly detailed, covering factory-level repair and adjustment procedures.
Diagnostic Capability:
Enables diagnosis of issues related to body panel alignment, door operation, window function, and trim integrity.
Component Level Detail:
Provides information down to individual fasteners, clips, and sub-assemblies.
Searchability:
Keyword searchable
Printability:
Fully printable, page-by-page or chapter-by-chapter.
Zoom Capability:
Allows zooming in/out of specific pages for detailed viewing.
Suggested Binding:
Suitable for printing and binding in a 3-ring binder for easy page replacement.
Digital Medium:
Digital PDF file, allowing for instant download.
Engine Coverage:
This manual focuses on Fisher Body service, so engine specifications are not the primary focus. However, it details body components attached to or interacting with the engine bay (e.g., hoods, fenders, grilles).
Performance Coverage:
No specific engine performance data is covered, as the manual is body-centric.
Fuel System Coverage:
No fuel system coverage; this is a body service manual.
Transmission Coverage:
No transmission specifications are covered; this manual is dedicated to Fisher Body systems.
Optional Transmission Coverage:
No optional transmission details are included.
Transmission Features Coverage:
Not applicable.
Dimension Coverage:
While specific dimensional drawings for body panels are included for alignment and fitment, overall vehicle dimensions are not explicitly listed.
Interior Dimension Coverage:
Focuses on interior trim and component placement, not occupant space dimensions.
Cargo Dimension Coverage:
Details trunk lid and tailgate servicing, but not cargo volume specifications.
Weight Coverage:
No weight specifications are covered.
Safety Rating Coverage:
Does not cover official safety ratings or crash test results, but details structural components that contribute to safety.
Active Safety Coverage:
Indirectly relates to safety through proper functioning of door latches, window sealing, and exterior lighting.
Passive Safety Coverage:
Focuses on the integrity of the body structure, impact absorption points (e.g., bumpers, body panels), and occupant protection related to body sealing.
Body Maintenance Intervals:
Details lubrication points for hinges, latches, and window mechanisms, which should be performed regularly as part of general vehicle maintenance.
Lubricant Specs:
Likely specifies lubricants for door hinges, window regulators, and other moving body parts (e.g., chassis grease, specific lubricants for weatherstripping).
Common Body Issues:
The manual implicitly addresses common wear-and-tear issues such as door sag, window sealing problems, trim rattles, and convertible top mechanism issues by providing repair and adjustment procedures.
Gm Heritage:
Represents a significant period of automotive design and manufacturing for General Motors, showcasing their engineering and styling prowess.
1970 Models:
Provides insight into the specific body designs and construction methods employed across Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Cadillac, Pontiac, and Buick for the 1970 model year.
Fisher Body Role:
Highlights the critical role of Fisher Body in GM's manufacturing process, responsible for the complete automobile body.
Industry Recognition:
While the manual itself doesn't receive awards, it's a key document recognized by automotive historians and restorers for its authenticity and detail.
Ease Of Use Rating:
High, due to its structured format and clear instructions, though it requires technical understanding.
Factory Certification:
This is an original GM factory service manual, representing the highest level of technical documentation for its time.
