Dimensions (Inches) | |
Overall Length: | |
All Models Except Station Wagon | 215.0 |
Station Wagons | 209.9 |
Overall Height(Loaded): | |
Sedans and Hardtops | 55.5 |
Convertibles | 54.9 |
Station Wagons | 56.9 |
Overall Width: | |
All Models Except Station Wagons | 80.0 |
Station Wagons | 79.9 |
Tread -- All Models | |
Front | 61.0 |
Rear | 60.0 |
Wheelbase | |
All Models | 120.0 |
Axle Gear Ratios
Your car will be equiped with an axle having one of the following gear ratios:
3.00:1, 3.50:1, 3.89:1, or 4.11:1.
NOTE: The gear ratio may be identified by means of a tag on the rear axle housing or the code number on the warranty plate.
Refill Capacities (U.S. Measures) | |
Cooling System | 19 quarts* |
Engine Oil (Including Oil Filter) | 6 quarts |
Fuel Tank: | |
All Models Except Station Wagons | 20 gallons |
Station Wagons | 21 gallons |
Rear Axle: | |
(When Changing Lube Due to Temperature Requirements) | 5.0 pints** |
Standard Transmission | As required or 3½ pints |
Merc-O-Matic Transmission | As required or 11¼ pints |
*Add 1 quart with if car is equipped with heater. | |
**With 406 cu. in. Engine -- 5.5 pints |
Refill Capacities (Imperial Measures)
The Canadian Provinces employ an Imperial liquid measure which is 1/5 larger than
similar units of liquid measure used under United States standard. If the
approximate equivalent liquid capacities are desired, Multiply the specified
U.S. measure by .83 to obtain Imperial gallons. Multiply the Imperial measure
by 1.2 to obtain the approximate equivalent in U.S. gallons.
ENGINES | Mercury Marauder 390 V-8 |
Mercury Marauder Super 390 V-8 |
Displacement Cu. In. | 390 | 390 |
Bore (Inches) | 4.05 | 4.05 |
Stroke (Inches) | 3.78 | 3.78 |
Compression Ratio | 8.9 | 9.6 |
Type | V8-90°OHV | V8-90°OHV |
Carburetor | 2-V | 4-V |
Firing Order | 15426378 | 15426378 |
Fuel Requirement | Regular | Premium |
Idle Speed (RPM)*: | ||
Standard Transmission in Neutral | 500-525 | 500-525 |
Automatic Transmission in Drive | 475-500 | 475-500 |
Distributor: | |
Point Gap (Inches) | .014-.016 |
Dwell at Idle (Degrees): | 26°-28½° |
Ignition Timing**: | Carburetors | |
Normal: | 2-V | 4-V |
Standard Transmission | 6° | 3° |
Automatic Transmission | 6° | 6° |
*Minimum (All Engines and Transmissions) | 2° | 2° |
*Maximum: | ||
    Standard Transmission: | 11° | 8° |
    Automatic Transmission: | 11° | 11° |
Radiator Filler Cap (PSI) | 13-15 |
Spark Plugs (Autolite) | |
Type | BF-42 |
Thread Size | 18mm |
Gap (Inches) | 0.032-0.036 |
Torque (Lbs.-Ft.) | 15-20 |
* On air conditioner equipped cars, the engine idle speed should be set with the air conditioner turned on for a minimum of 20 minutes and the blower speed on "HI." The car windows should also be open.
** Ignition timing requirements may vary depending upon locality, fuel, and operating conditions. In order to obtain maximum economy and performance, the timing may be advanced to a point just short of audible detonation under load but not to exceed 5° over the normal setting.
If the use of sub-standard fuels is encountered, the initial setting may be retarded from the normal setting. However, do not retard the initial setting beyond 2°B.T.D.C.
Transmissions | |
Multi-Drive Merc-O-Matic Transmission: | |
Speeds | Three Speeds Forward, One Reverse |
Type | Single stage torque converter with three speed fully automatic planetary gear train |
Manual Transmissions: | |
Three speeds forward, one reverse (Fully synchronized in all forward gears) | |
Four speeds forward, one reverse (Fully synchronized in all forward gears) |
Tires | |
Size: | |
Sedans and Hardtop without Air Conditioning | 7.50:14 |
All other Models | 8.00:14 |
Pressure (PSI)*: | |
All Models Except Station Wagons | 24 |
Station Wagons | |
Front | 24 |
Front | 24 |
Rear | 28 |
* For considerable high-speed driving, heavy loads, or for maximum fuel economy, add 4 to 6 pounds to the recommended cold pressure.
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Battery | Manual Transmission |
Automatic Transmission |
Optional |
Ampere Hour Rating | 55 | 65 | 70 |
Volts | 12 | 12 | 12 |
Ground Terminal Polarity | Negative | Negative | Negative |
Number of Cells | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Number of Plates Per Cell | 11 | 13 | 13 |
Alternator (Amperage) 30
Fuses | Ratings (Amps.) |
Location |
Dome, Instrument Panel and Exterior Lamps (Except Headlamps) |
3AG-15 | Fuse Block on Main Light Switch |
Instrument Panel Lamp Rheostat | SFE-7.5 | Fuse-Cartridge in Feed Wire |
Turn Indicator Lights/ Back-up Lamps | SFE-14 | Fuse Block on Main Lighting Switch |
Radio | SFE-7.5 | Fuse Block on Main Lighting Switch |
Windshield Washer Pump | SFE-14 | Fuse-Cartridge in Feed Wire |
Clock | 1AG-2 or AGA-2 |
Fuse Block on Main Lighting Switch |
Spotlamp | SFE-7.5 | Fuse-Cartridge in Feed Wire |
Air Conditioner | AGC-15 or 3AG-15 |
Fuse-Cartridge in Feed Wire |
Heater Blower | SFE-14 | Fuse Block on Main Lighting Switch |
Circuit Breakers | Rating (Amps.) |
Location |
Headlamps | 18 | Intergral with Main Light Switch |
Windshield Wiper Motor | ||
Single-Speed | 5 | On edge of instrument panel- left of steering column |
Two-Speed | 12 | On edge of instrument panel- left of steering column |
Cigarette Lighter | Reset | Attached to Lighter Socket |
Air Conditioning --Deluxe | 20 | On edge of instrument panel- left of steering column |
Electric Window Regulator Power Circuit, Seat Motor Power Circuit Convertible Top Power Circuit |
30 | On Starter Motor Relay |
Lamp Location | Number of Bulbs |
Candle Power or Wattage |
Trade Number |
Instrument Panel: | |||
    Hi-Beam Indicator | 1 | 2 C.P. | 1895 |
    Speedometer Pointer | 1 | 1.5 C.P. | 1445 |
    Turn Signal Indicator | 2 | 2 C.P. | 1895 |
    Automatic Transmission Selector | 1 | 1 C.P. | 161 |
    Cluster Illumination | 8 | 2 C.P. | 1895 |
    Radio Dial | 1 | 1.9 C.P. | 1891 |
    Courtesy - All Models | 2 | 4 C.P. | 1155 |
    "S-55" - Door Mounted | 2 | 15 C.P. | 1003 |
    Ash Tray | 1 | 15 C.P. | 1003 |
    Dome | 1 | 15 C.P. | 1003 |
    Glove Compartment | 1 | 2 C.P. | 1895 |
    Quarter Reading Lamps     (Sedans and Hardtops) |
2 | 15 C.P. | 1003 |
    Cargo Lamp - Station Wagon | 1 | 15 C.P. | 1003 |
    Parking Brake Warning Lamp | 1 | 2 C.P. | 257 |
Exterior: | |||
    Headlamps: | |||
        Hi-Beam (# 1) | 2 | 37.5W | 4001 |
        Hi-Lo Beam (# 2) | 2 | 50/37.5W | 4002 |
    Front Turn Signal/Parking | 2 | 32/4 C.P. | 1157 |
    Rear Turn Signal, Stop/Tail: | |||
        Station Wagons* | 4 | 32/4 C.P. | 1157 |
        Passenger Car | 4 | 32/4 C.P. | 1157 |
    Rear License Lamp | 1 | 4 C.P. | 1155 |
Back-Up Lamp | |||
    Passenger Car | 2 | 21 C.P. | 1141 |
    Station Wagon | 2 | 21 C.P. | 1141 |
    Luggage Compartment | 1 | 4 C.P. | 1155 |
    Spotlamp | 1 | 30 C.P. | 4405 |
Major Safety items such as headlamps, tail lights, and stop lights should always be in good operating condition.
Prompt replacement of burned-out bulbs and repairs to damaged wiring is a must for safety.
This info taken from the 1963 Mercury Monterey and S-55 Registered Owners Manual