Pages 44–58 (15 pages)

General Lubrication

From the 1940 Chevrolet Owners Manual

Engine oil for break-in and after, oil grades by lowest expected temperature, oil level, when to change oil, crankcase dilution, water and corrosion in the crankcase and SAE viscosity classifications; lubrication of the starter, generator, distributor, transmission, hypoid rear axle (passenger car versus truck duty lubricants), pedals, front wheel bearings with the adjustment procedure, shock absorbers, steering gear, Vacuum Power Shift and rear springs, plus the 1940 Master De Luxe lubrication chart.

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What this section covers

  • Engine oil grades by temperature
  • Oil changes and crankcase dilution
  • Transmission and hypoid rear axle lubricants
  • Front wheel bearing packing and adjustment
  • Shock absorber fluid
  • Steering gear and Vacuum Power Shift
  • Master De Luxe lubrication chart
Year
1940
Make
Chevrolet
Vehicle
Passenger Cars
Type
Owner's Manual
Models
Special De Luxe, Master De Luxe and Master 85 (216.5 cu. in. six, 113-inch wheelbase)
Pages
66

What’s inside

Owner's manual

  1. Owner Service, Economy and Break-Inpp. 1–10
  2. Controls and Instrumentspp. 11–19
  3. Tires and WheelsTire pressures (26 lb front, 28 lb rear), removing wheels, dismounting and mounting tires on drop-center rims, and causes of tire wear.pp. 20–22
  4. Brakes, Carburetor and Cooling Systempp. 23–29
  5. Electrical System, Battery and Headlampspp. 30–34
  6. Care of the Finish and Upholsterypp. 35–43
  7. General Lubricationpp. 44–58
  8. Safety HintsBuilt-in safety features and highway driving advice for hills, curves, slippery roads, blow-outs, skids and loose gravel.pp. 59–60
  9. Warranty, Car Data and Indexpp. 61–66

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