Pages 12–17 (6 pages)

Lubrication

From the 1927 Chrysler Imperial 80 Instruction Book

Storing the car, then lubrication: engine oil grades (Gargoyle Mobiloil "A" and "Arctic"), the force-feed oiling system, 25–30 lb. oil pressure and the relief valve, the dash-mounted oil filter, why crankcase oil dilutes with fuel, water and acid, and draining and cleaning the oil pan. Chassis points follow: distributor, generator and starter oilers, the high-pressure grease gun, water pump, clutch release bearing, transmission, universal joints and rear axle with Whitmore's Compound, king pin oilers, rubber spring mountings and fabric spring covers, brake anchors and steering gear.

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What this section covers

  • Storing the car
  • Oil pressure and relief valve adjustment
  • Oil filter and crankcase draining
  • Electrical unit oilers
  • Clutch, transmission and rear axle lubricants
  • Running gear and steering gear lubrication
Year
1927
Make
Chrysler
Vehicle
Imperial, Passenger Cars
Type
Owner's Manual
Models
Chrysler Imperial "80" six: Phaeton, Roadster, Coupe, 5- and 7-passenger Sedan, Sedan-Limousine
Publication
Second Edition, September 15, 1926
Pages
90

What’s inside

Front matter

  1. License Data, Contents and ForewordTitle page, license data (bore 3 1/2 in., stroke 5 in., 29.4 S.A.E. horsepower, 288.6 cu. in., shipping weights by body style, key rules), table of contents, index to illustrations and Chrysler's personal message to owners.pp. 1–7

Instruction book

  1. Inspection and Carepp. 8–11
  2. Lubricationpp. 12–17
  3. Enginepp. 18–30
  4. Cooling SystemCellular radiator, fan and water pump layout with the timing chain illustration, flushing and care, steaming and frozen systems, fan belt and pump packing adjustments, the thermostat and the radimeter temperature gauge (150°–200° F normal).pp. 31–32
  5. Fuel Systempp. 33–37
  6. Electrical Systempp. 38–51
  7. Power Transmission Systempp. 52–67
  8. Chrysler Hydraulic Four-Wheel Brakespp. 68–73
  9. Corrective Measures and Operationpp. 74–78
  10. Tools and Accessory RepairsThe tool kit supplied with the car and where it is stowed, and the makers to contact for accessory repairs: Prest-O-Lite battery, Stromberg carburetor, United Motors Service electrical units, Sparks-Withington horn, Sterling clock, Watson Stabilators, Stewart-Warner vacuum tank, Bassick fuel filter and Motor Improvements oil filter.pp. 79–80

Specifications and parts policy

  1. Detailed Specificationspp. 81–84
  2. Parts and WarrantyChrysler's parts pricing policy, ordering and returning parts, genuine parts and the standard 90-day N.A.C.C. warranty; the last two pages repeat the title page.pp. 85–90

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