1963 Chrysler Turbine Car Driver’s Guide (Owner’s Manual)

This Driver's Guide was written by Chrysler Corporation for the people chosen to evaluate the 1963 Chrysler Turbine Car, a coupe powered by a gas turbine engine instead of a piston engine. It explains how to operate the car and points out features that differ from a conventional automobile.

Inside are the driver controls and instruments, including the turbine inlet temperature gauge, tachometer (never above 44,500 rpm), oil pressure gauge and ammeter. It describes the automatic transmission selector with its Park-Start, Idle, Drive, Low and Reverse positions, and the starting procedure with its eight-second safety cycle and reset timer. A question-and-answer page and diagram explain the compressor turbine, power turbine and rotating regenerators. Other sections cover recommended fuels (kerosene, No. 1 and No. 2 diesel), hydraulic system oil checks, doors, power windows, seats, radio, heater and defroster, changing a wheel, towing, capacities and the user maintenance list. It suits turbine car researchers, collectors and restorers.

This 29-page copy is free to read online. Use the page box and thumbnails to move between pages.