FORD P6 LTD, Town Car, Silver Monarch 1976-1979 Workshop Manual | PDF Download

Owners and technicians will find this manual useful as a source of complete detailed maintenance and repair information for the Ford LTD P6 Series.

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This Workshop Service Manual is for the following 1976-1979 Ford models: 

• Ford LTD P6
• Ford LTD Town Car P6
• Ford LTD Silver Monarch P6

The following engines are included:

• 5.8L V8

The following transmissions are included:

• C4 Automatic Transmission
• FMX Automatic Transmission

Below is a very detailed list of topics in this 600 plus page Manual: 

BRAKES

Common Adjustments and Repairs, Parking Brake Linkage Adjustment, Hydraulic System Bleeding, Disc Brake Trouble Symptoms and Possible Causes, Major Repair Operations

SUSPENSION

Front Suspension, Rear Suspension, In-Car Adjustments and Repairs, Upper Ball Joint Replacement, Upper Arm Shaft and/or Bushing Replacement, Stabilizer Replacement, Lower Arm Strut and/or Bushing Replacement, Removal and Installation-Front Spring, Front Suspension Upper Arm, Front Wheel Spindle Disc Brakes, Front Shock Absorber, Rear Shock Absorber, Rear Spring and/or Bushing

POWER STEERING

Power Steering Pump, Flow Control Valve, Pressure Relief Valve, Pump Belt Tension Adjustment, Power Steering Pump to Steering Box Hoses & Tubes, Power Steering Pump, Power Steering Pump Pulley, Power Steering Gear - Disassembly, Sector Shaft Assembly, Piston Rack, Worm Valve & Sleeve Assembly, Reassembly, Setting Preloads on Steering Gear, Fitment of Steering Gear to Vehicle

STEERING COLUMN AND LINKAGES

Steering Column Removal & Replacement, Ignition Lock Replacement, Steering Linkage Repair, Pitman Arm Replacement Manual and Power Steering

WHEELS AND TYRES

Front Wheel - Rear Wheel, In-Car Adjustments & Repairs, Removal & Installation, Major Repair Operations

REAR AXLES

Rear Axle Overhaul, Removal and Installation of Rear Axle Housing, Differential Assembly Overhaul - Integral Carrier Conventional, Differential Assembly Overhaul Integral Carrier Limited Slip Differential, Differential Assembly Overhaul-Removable Carrier Traction Lock Axle, Specifications

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

C4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Torque converter, Transmission, Control system, Hydraulic circuits and power flow, Diagnosis and testing, Table of shift speeds, Removal and installation, Major repair operations

FMX AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Diagnosis and Testing, Common Adjustments and Repairs, Cleaning and Inspection Description, In-Car Adjustment and Repairs, Removal and Installation, Major Repair Operations, Specifications

ENGINE 351 CID V8

Diagnosis and Testing, Diagnosis Guide, Camshaft Lobe Lift, Compression Test, Manifold Vacuum Test, Hydraulic Valve Lifters Tests, Positive Crankcase Ventilation System Test, Crankshaft End Play, Flywheel Run out-Automatic Transmission, Flywheel Ring Gear Run out, Camshaft End Play, Timing Chain Deflection, Common Adjustments and Repairs, Valve Clearance-Hydraulic Valve Lifters, Valve Rocker Arm and/or Shaft Assembly, Push Rods, Valves, Camshaft, Crankshaft, Cylinder Block, Flywheel Ring Gear-Manual Shift, Intake Manifold, Exhaust Manifold, Valve Rocker Arm and/or Shaft Assembly, Push Rods, Cylinder Heads, Hydraulic Valve Lifters, Timing Chain and Sprockets, Camshaft, Crankshaft Vibration Damper and Sleeve, Crankshaft, Flywheel - Automatic Transmission, Connecting Rods, Pistons, Pins and Rings, Main and Connecting Rod Bearings, Cylinder Block, Oil Pan, Oil Pump, Positive Crankcase Ventilation System, Engine Front Supports, Engine Rear Supports, Valve Clearance Checking Procedure, Valve Rocker Arm Cover and Rocker Arm, Intake Manifold, Exhaust Manifold, Crankcase Ventilation System, Cylinder Heads, Valve Spring, Retainer and Stem Seal, Water Pump, Front Oil Seal, Cylinder Front Cover and Timing Chain, Camshaft, Camshaft Rear Bearing Bore Plug, Valve Lifter, Valve Lifter Disassembly, Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement, Main Bearings, Connecting Rod Bearings, Pistons and Connecting Rods, Flywheel, Clutch Pilot Bushing, Oil Filter, Engine Removal and Installation, Crankshaft, Camshaft Bearings, Cylinder Assembly Replacement, Cylinder Block Replacement, Engine Disassembly and Assembly, SPECIFICATIONS

IGNITION SYSTEM

Diagnosis and Testing, Ignition System Tests-Conventional, Test Equipment, Distributor Checks, Distributor Tests-Dwell Tester, Distributor Tests-Distributor Tester, Common Adjustments and Repairs, Breaker Points and Condenser, Ignition Timing, Spark Plug Wire Replacement, Spark Plugs, Resistance Wire Replacement, Distributors, Secondary Wiring, Coil, Distributor Cap, Rotor, Distributor Vacuum Advance Control Valve

DUAL ADVANCE DISTRIBUTORS BOSCH 

Description and Operation, Breaker Point and Condenser Replacement, Removal and Installation, Bench Disassembly, Bench Assembly

DUAL ADVANCE DISTRIBUTORS MOTORCRAFT

Description and Operation, Adjustments and Repairs, Vacuum Diaphragm Replacement, Cam and Centrifugal Advance Mechanism, Removal and Installation, Bench Disassembly, Bench Assembly, Specifications

FUEL SYSTEM

GENERAL FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE

Diagnosis and Testing, Diagnosis, Fuel Tank and Lines Diagnosis Guide, Carburetor Diagnosis Guide, Tests, Fuel Pump Tests, Carburetor Tests, Common Adjustments and Repairs, Kick Down Adjustment, Accelerator Idle Height Adjustment, Throttle Linkage Repair, Accelerator Cable Replacement, Cleaning and Inspection, Carburetors, Fuel Pump, Air Cleaner

Carter "Thermo-Quad" 4-V Carburetor

GENERAL DESCRIPTION, DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY, CARBURETTOR ADJUSTMENT,

FUEL PUMP AND FUEL FILTER

Description and Operation, Removal and Installation, Fuel Filter Replacement, Fuel Pump Removal, Fuel Pump Installation

AIR CLEANERS

GENERAL, HOT AND COLD TYPE AIR INTAKE SYSTEM VACUUM OPERATED 

FUEL TANK AND LINES

Description and Operation, Removal and Installation, Filler Pipe, Fuel Tank, Fuel Lines, Evaporative Emission System

COOLING SYSTEM

GENERAL COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE

Diagnosis and Testing, Trouble Diagnosis, Cooling System Pressure Test, Thermostat Tests, Maintenance, Coolant-Cleaning Cooling System, Draining and Filling the Cooling System, Fan Drive Belts, Adjustments and Repairs, Drive Belts, Fan Replacement, Fan Drive Belt Replacement, Radiator Hose Replacement, Thermostat Replacement

WATER PUMP

Description and Operation, Removal and Installation, Fan Drive Clutch

RADIATOR

Description and Operation, Removal and Installation

EXHAUST SYSTEM

GENERAL EXHAUST SYSTEM SERVICE

Diagnosis and Testing, Common Adjustment and Repairs, Cleaning and Inspection, 

EXHAUST PIPES, MUFFLERS

Removal and Installation

CHARGING SYSTEM

GENERAL CHARGING SYSTEM SERVICE

Diagnosis, Battery Low in Charge, Headlights Dim at Idle, Charge Indicator Light Stays On, Lights and Fuses Fail Prematurely Short Battery Life, Alternator Noisy, Warning Light Flickers, Testing, Alternator Test, Testing the Alternator System, Battery Tests and Conclusions,  Adjustments and Repairs, Belt Adjustment, Cleaning and Inspection

ALTERNATOR

Description and Operation, Removal and Installation, Major Repair Operations

REGULATOR 

Description and Operation, In-Car Adjustment and Tests

STARTING SYSTEM

FORD STARTING SYSTEM

Description and Operation, Diagnosis and Testing, Removal and Installation, Adjustments and Repairs, Cleaning and Inspection

STARTER

Description and Operation, Removal and Installation, Major Repair Operations

LIGHTING

GENERAL LIGHTING SYSTEM, HORNS AND INSTRUMENT SERVICE

Diagnosis and Testing, Light Trouble Diagnosis, Instrument Trouble Diagnosis, Horn Trouble Diagnosis, Turn Indicator Trouble Diagnosis, Windshield Wiper Trouble Diagnosis, Headlight Switch and Beam Selector Switch, Constant Voltage Regulator Test, Fuel Gauge and Fuel Level Sending Unit Test, Temperature Gauge Test, Oil Pressure Indicator Light Test, Charge Indicator Light Test, Speedometer Tests, Adjustments and Repairs, Horn Adjustment, Two Speed Wiper Motor

LIGHTING SYSTEM AND HORNS

Description and Operation, Headlights, Horns, In-Car Adjustments and Repairs, Headlight Alignment, Headlight Adjustment, Back-Up Light Adjustment, Removal and Installation, Headlights, Parking Light, Tail, Stop, and Back-Up Light Bulbs, License Plate Light, Dome Light, Instrument Lights, Horns, Horn Switch, Gear Selector Quadrant Light

SWITCHES, CIRCUIT BREAKERS, AND FUSES

Description and Operation, Headlight Switch, Fuse Panel, Mechanical Stop Light Switch, Reversing Light Switch, Removal and Installation, Headlight Switch, Headlight Beam Selector Switch, Stop Light Switch, Dome Light Switch, Ignition Switch and Lock Cylinder, Windshield Wiper Switch, Neutral Start Switch, Back-Up Light Switch

INSTRUMENTS

Description and Operation, Gauges, Constant Voltage Regulator, Fuel Gauge, Temperature Gauge, Charge Indicator Light, Oil Pressure Indicator Light, Turn Indicator, Speedometer, Brake Warning Lamp, In-Car Adjustments and Repairs, Windshield Wiper Blade Adjustment, Removal and Installation, Instrument Cluster, Fuel, Temperature Gauges, Printed Instrument Circuit, Fuel Sending Unit, Temperature Sending Unit, Oil Pressure Switch, Turn Indicator Switch, Turn Indicator Flasher, Speedometer and Tachometer, Speedometer Cable, Windshield Wiper Motor, Wiper Pivot Shaft and Link, Major Repair Operations, Disassembly-Permanent Magnet Type Two-Speed Electric Wiper Motor, Inspecting and Testing Disassembled Motor, Testing and Assembled Motor

VENTILATING, HEATING, AIR COND AND ACCESSORIES

Description and Operation, Ventilating System, Heating System, Diagnosis and Testing, Ventilating and Heating Trouble Diagnosis, Loose Motor Fan Test, Blower Switch Test, Plugged Heater Core Test, Common Adjustments and Repairs, Ventilating System, Heating System, Control Adjustments, Blower Motor Electrical Circuit, Heater Hose Routing, Heater Hose Replacement, Bleeding Air From Heater Core, Removal and Installation, Heater - Assembly Removal, Heater - Assembly Installation

AIR CONDITIONING

Description and Operation, Diagnosis and Testing, Controls position and operation, Sight glass, Magnetic clutch test, Receiver dryer test, Compressor seal leak test, Refrigerant leaks, Compressor oil level check, Safety Precautions, Adjustments, Discharging the system, Evacuation, Recharging, Major Repairs, Removal & installation, Compressor, Clutch bearing, Specifications

RADIO & RADIO TAPE PLAYER

Description, Diagnosis and Testing, Common Adjustments and Repairs, Removal and Installation, Tape Player

BODY, DOORS AND WINDOWS

GENERAL BODY SERVICE

Diagnosis and Testing, Dust and Water Leaks, Common Adjustments and Repairs, Body Sealers and Application, Body Alignment, Paint Refinishing, Cleaning and Inspection. Hoisting, Door Wind lace and Seals

FRONT SHEET METAL, BUMPERS, EXTERIOR MOLDINGS

In-Car Adjustments and Repairs, Hood Adjustments, Hood Lock Adjustments, Removal and Installation, Hood Hinge, Radiator Grille, Front Bumper, Rear Bumper, Exterior Moldings, Instrument Panel, Sun Roof

DOORS, WINDOWS, AND DECK LID

In-Car Adjustments and Repairs, Door Alignment, Lock Striker Adjustment, Vent Window Adjustment, Front Door Glass Adjustment, Rear Door Window Adjustment, Single Action Tailgate Hinge Adjustment, Deck Lock Adjustment, Deck Lid Alignment, Removal and installation, Doors, Front Door Lock, Rear Door Lock, Door Lock Cylinder, Door Handle, Door Lock Remote Control Handle, Door Vent Window Frame, Front Door Glass, Front Door Window Regulator, Rear Door Glass, Rear Door Window Regulator, Rear Quarter Window and /or Weatherstrip, Windshield, Deck Lid Lock, Power Windows, Rear Vision Mirror

TRIM & SEATS

INTERIOR TRIM AND VINYL TOP COVER

Door and Quarter Trim Panels, Headlining, Instrument Panel Safety Cover, Roof Outside Cover

SEATS

Seat and Seat Track, Front Seat Cushion and Back, Rear Seat Cushion and Back, Front Seat Cushion Cover, Rear Seat Cushion Cover, Front Seat Back Cover, Rear Seat Back Cover, Bucket Seats Removal and Installation, Front Seat and Seat Track, Front Seat Cushion Cover, Front Seat Back Cover, Rear Seat Cushion Cover, Seat Belts- General Information

SCHEMATICS

POWER WINDOW WINDING

Wiring Loom Installation under Dash Panel with Radio, Wiring Loom Installation under Dash Panel with Radio and Tape Player.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS

Description, Exhaust Gas Recirculation System, Clean EGR Valve and Check Performance, Testing Two Port PVS, Testing The Idle Cooling PVS, Air Cleaner Flap Control Vacuum, Delay Valve, Positive Crankcase Ventilation -Purpose, Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve

SPECIFICATIONS

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