When to replace shock absorbers on Camaro Firebird?
Here’s how to replace your shock absorbers. This article applies to Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird (1993-2002). After five to ten years of driving, chances are your shocks have lost some or all of their ability to control your vehicle’s suspension movements.
Where are the hydraulic lines on a Camaro Firebird?
Behind the side panels you’ll find the hydraulic lines for the convertible top. Look closely for the pre-cut marks in your carpet. Remove the clip that holds the clothes hanger by pulling the center portion of the clip away from the panel. This will disengage the clip. The rest of the panel is held in place by plastic clips behind the panel.
How much torque does a Camaro Firebird have?
Torque those between 35 and 45 ft./lbs. Some year models have pre-cut marks in the carpet above the shock bolts. If yours does not, then you’ll need to remove the side panels unless your fourth gen is a convertible. Behind the side panels you’ll find the hydraulic lines for the convertible top.
What was the sales of the Pontiac Firebird in 1993?
Despite low sales numbers in 1992, the Trans Am was back at the top of the Firebird sales heap in 1993, with 5,121 produced that year. However, it wouldn’t sell as much as the base model again until 2000.
What was the Trans Am package on a Pontiac Firebird?
The Trans Am was a specialty package for the Firebird, typically upgrading handling, suspension, and horsepower, as well as minor appearance modifications such as exclusive hoods, spoilers, fog lights and wheels.
What kind of engine does a Pontiac Firebird have?
The number of Firebird models also shrunk to just the base Formula and Trans Am. Both of the latter two models included the 5.7 V8 standard. While the new body style gave the car an all-new look, there were some shared components with the cars of the previous generation.
When was the 50th anniversary of the Pontiac Firebird?
Pontiac celebrated its 50th anniversary year in 1976. To commemorate this event, Pontiac unveiled a special Trans Am option at the 1976 Chicago Auto Show. Painted in black with gold accents, this was the first “anniversary” Trans Am package and the first production black and gold special edition.