1968-1978 Cessna 177 Cardinal Series Illustrated Parts Catalog (P695-12)

Description

File Details

• Manual Type: Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC)
• Brand: Cessna Aircraft Company (A Textron Company)
• Applicable Aircraft: Cessna Model 177 Series (177, 177A, 177B, Cardinal, Cardinal II, Cardinal Classic, and 177RG)
• Model Coverage Years: 1968 thru 1978
• Document / Part Number: P695-12 (Paper Publication), P695-12AF (Aerofiche)
• Temporary Revision Incorporated: Temporary Revision Number 1 dated 1 October 2010 (P695-12TR1-12)
• Publication Date: 15 April 1996 (Supersedes all 177 Series parts catalogs dated 15 July 1967 thru 15 November 1978 and incorporates Temporary Revision 1 dated 1 March 1995)
• Total Page Count: 515 pages
• Airframe Serial Range: 17700001 thru 17702752
• Language: English
• File Format: Complete PDF Document

Chapters Covered

• Front Matter & General Information: Introduction, List of Effective Pages, Group Assembly Arrangement, Standard Parts System, Usable On Codes, Ordering Instructions, and Abbreviations
• Paint & Interior Trim Coding: Finish and Trim Plate Decoding (1968 thru 1977 and 1978 & On), Paint Code Charts by Model Year, Upholstery & Interior Trim Ordering Guidelines, and Interior Painted/Plastic Parts Suffix Tables (1968 through 1978)
• Indexes: Master Alphabetical Index (Figures 1 thru 82) and Numerical Parts Index cross-referencing all part numbers to figure and index locations
• Bulk Items & Markings: Miscellaneous Bulk Items (Figure 1), Registration Markings & Stencils (Figure 1A), and Placards, Nameplates & Exterior Markings (Figures 2 and 2A)
• Wing Group: Complete Wing Assembly (Figure 3), Wing Structure Assembly (Figure 4), Wing Leading Edge Assembly & Components for Standard Wings (Figures 5 and 5A), Wing Leading Edge Assembly & Components for Long Range Wings (Figure 5B), Fuel Tank Drain Valve Installation (Figure 5C), and Wing Main Spar Assembly (Figure 6)
• Flight Control Surfaces: Aileron Installation & Balance Weights (Figure 7), Wing Flap Installation, Tracks & Roller Mechanisms (Figure 8), Vertical Fin & Dorsal Installation (Figure 9), Rudder Installation & Tail Light (Figure 10), and Stabilator Installation, Balance Arms & Trim Tabs (Figure 11)
• Fuselage & Structural Cabins: Fuselage Assembly & Step Installation (Figure 12), Front & Center Cabin Section Assembly (Figure 13), Lower Center Cabin Section, Windshield Installation, Aft Cabin Windows, and Tailcone Assembly
• Landing Gear & Brake Systems: Nose Gear Strut, Steering Rods, Torque Links, and Shimmy Dampener; Main Landing Gear Springs, Axles, and Fairings; Main and Nose Wheel Assemblies; Master Brake Cylinders, Brake Caliper Assemblies, Discs, Linings, and Parking Brake Controls
• Powerplant & Engine Installation: Engine Mounts, Shock Mount Kits, Engine Baffles and Seals, Cowl Assemblies (Upper, Lower, Cowl Nose Caps, Cowl Flaps and Controls), Induction Airbox, Carburetor Heat Shroud, Oil Cooler Installation, and Exhaust System Muffler Components
• Fuel System: Fuel Tanks, Fuel Strainer Assembly, Fuel Valve Assemblies, Fuel Selector Valve and Controls, Fuel Lines, Primer System, and Fuel Quantity Transmitters
• Flight Control Systems: Control Wheels, Aileron Control System and Cables, Rudder Control Cables and Trim Systems, Stabilator Controls, Push-Pull Rods, Bellcranks, and Pulleys
• Cabin Interior & Furnishings: Front Seat Installations (Standard and Vertically Adjustable), Rear Seats, Seat Rails, Seat Belts, Shoulder Harnesses, Inertia Reels, Glareshield, Console Covers, Headliners, Floorboards, and Upholstery Trim Panels
• Environmental & Cabin Ventilation: Cabin Air Ventilation System, Fresh Air Outlets, Cabin Heating Controls, and Windshield Defroster Nozzles
• Electrical System & Instruments: Battery Box and Contactor Installation, 12-Volt and 24-Volt Electrical Equipment, Alternator and Belts, Voltage Regulators, Circuit Breakers, External Power Receptacle, Lighting Fixtures (Landing, Strobe, Flashing Beacon, Post Lights, Instrument Cluster Lights), and Instrument Panel Equipment (Flight Instruments, Engine Gauges, Gyros, and Sensors)

This comprehensive catalog gives aviation maintenance technicians, certified inspectors, airframe rebuilders, and aircraft owners a complete pictorial and numerical map of the entire aircraft. By organizing every single subassembly into exploded mechanical perspectives accompanied by manufacturer part numbers, precise quantities per installation, and usage brackets, the manual eliminates guesswork when sourcing hardware, performing scheduled airworthiness inspections, and carrying out structural repairs.

Airframe Model & Serial Number Coverage

The 1968-1978 Cessna 177 Cardinal Series Illustrated Parts Catalog (P695-12) provides exhaustive coverage across eleven full model years of Cessna high-wing Cardinal production, detailing engineering variations across standard, luxury, and long-range configurations:

• 1968 Model 177 / Cardinal: Serials 17700001 thru 17701164
• 1969 Model 177A / Cardinal: Serials 17701165 thru 17701370
• 1970 Model 177B / Cardinal: Serials 17701371 thru 17701530
• 1971 Model 177B / Cardinal: Serials 17701531 thru 17701633
• 1972 Model 177B / Cardinal: Serials 17701634 thru 17701773
• 1973 Model 177B / Cardinal: Serials 17701774 thru 17701973
• 1974 Model 177B / Cardinal: Serials 17701974 thru 17702123
• 1975 Model 177B, Cardinal & Cardinal II: Serials 17702124 thru 17702313
• 1976 Model 177B, Cardinal & Cardinal II: Serials 17702314 thru 17702522
• 1977 Model 177B, Cardinal & Cardinal II: Serials 17702523 thru 17702672
• 1978 Model 177B, Cardinal, Cardinal II & Cardinal Classic: Serials 17702673 thru 17702752
• Retractable Gear & Supplemental Coverage: Integrated catalog references and revision data for Model 177 and 177RG series

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Catalog Architecture & Group Assembly Breakdown

To ensure total accuracy when working with complex airframe assemblies, the Cessna 177 Cardinal illustrated parts catalog utilizes an indented parts breakdown structure. Next lower assemblies and individual detail components are indented directly beneath their respective major assemblies, making relationships between brackets, doublers, structural ribs, and attaching hardware immediately obvious. Attaching parts (such as AN bolts, NAS washers, and self-locking nuts) are listed immediately below the component they secure and are framed by distinctive separating symbols.

The catalog features dedicated indexing columns including Figure and Index Numbers, Part Numbers, Descriptions with dimensional callouts, Units Per Assembly, and specific Usable On Codes. These codes correspond to block serial numbers listed at the end of each figure, ensuring that airframe updates, engineering revisions, and mid-year factory changes are accurately matched to your aircraft’s specific airframe serial number. Non-interchangeable components are strictly isolated, while interchangeable superseded designs are clearly marked with “WEU” (When Exhausted Use) instructions to simplify inventory management and part procurement.

Standard Hardware, Bulk Materials & Color Specification System

Beyond specialized airframe sheet metal and cast fittings, this 1968-1978 Cessna 177 parts manual establishes complete cross-references for standardized aircraft components. Parts incorporated into the Cessna Standard System carry the classic “S” prefix, while standard mil-spec fasteners are cataloged under standard AN, MS, and NAS designations. A dedicated Miscellaneous Bulk Items section details bulk hoses, extruded rubber channels, lacing, electrical pins, terminal sockets, and connector housings by roll or foot length.

For aircraft restoration and cosmetic upkeep, the catalog features an exhaustive Finish & Trim Plate decoding section. Located on the forward edge of the left cabin door, the finish and trim plate is broken down step-by-step to reveal the model year code, interior upholstery scheme (fabric, vinyl, or leather), and exterior paint combinations (modified urethane and acrylic lacquer combinations). Dedicated annual tables allow owners to find the exact replacement dash number for color-matched interior plastic trims, instrument panel glare shields, console covers, and sill mouldings.

Essential Parts Catalog for Technicians, Restorers, and Aircraft Owners

Whether you are performing an annual inspection, repairing flight control linkages, overhauling the fuel strainer and selector valve, sourcing replacement landing gear components, or undertaking a ground-up airframe restoration, this 1968-1978 Cessna 177 Cardinal Series Illustrated Parts Catalog (P695-12) is an indispensable technical asset. Having immediate access to genuine factory assembly drawings, exact OEM part numbers, and fastener specifications ensures maintenance work complies with original factory standards and prevents costly ordering errors.

Delivered as a pristine, high-resolution digital PDF download, this manual is available immediately upon checkout with no waiting for physical shipping. It is fully compatible with Windows, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and Android devices, allowing you to easily view high-detail mechanical diagrams on your desktop or bring it directly into the hangar on a tablet. Every page is fully printable, enabling you to print clean schematics and part tables directly for shop use.