Section I · Pages 7–18 (12 pages)

Operation of Car

From the 1946 Chrysler Owners Manual

Instruments and controls with illustrated panel layouts, then starting the engine, emergency starting by towing or pushing, and the column-shift standard transmission. Most space goes to the hydraulically operated transmission: power and driving ranges, normal driving, when to use power range, descending hills, kickdown for a quick burst of speed and reverse. It ends with driving and economy tips, cowl ventilator and vent wings, front seat adjustment, door locks, the windshield wiper and the electric convertible coupe top.

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What this section covers

  • Operating controls and instruments
  • Starting the engine and emergency starting
  • Standard transmission gearshift positions
  • Hydraulically operated transmission: power and driving ranges
  • Driving and economy tips
  • Ventilation, seat, door controls and windshield wiper
  • Raising and lowering the convertible coupe top
Year
1946
Make
Chrysler
Vehicle
Passenger Cars
Type
Owner's Manual
Models
C-38 six-cylinder, 250.6 cu in; incl. 8-passenger cars and convertible coupe
Publication
D-11061
Pages
52

What’s inside

Owner's instruction book

  1. Warranty, License Data and ContentsCover, the envelope listing the Owner's Instruction Book, Service Policy and identification card for the C-38, the Automobile Manufacturers Association uniform warranty, license data (serial number locations, 250.6 cu in six, 28.36 A.M.A. horsepower), key numbers, foreword and contents.pp. 1–6
  2. IOperation of Carpp. 7–18
  3. IICare of Finish, Tires and InteriorThe 1,000 and 2,000 mile dealer inspections, washing and polishing, glass and chrome care, tire pressure (24 pounds), wheel removal and tire changing with the bumper jack, tire rotation, and cleaning mohair, broadcloth and leather upholstery.pp. 19–21
  4. IILubricationIllustrated lubrication charts for the power plant, front end and steering gear, and rear axle and rear wheels, with oil grades by temperature, capacities, intervals and miscellaneous body lubrication.pp. 22–24
  5. IIEngine, Cooling, Electrical and Fuel Systemspp. 25–34
  6. IIFluid Drive, Clutch, Brakes, Steering and Rear Axlepp. 35–40
  7. IISpecificationsReference table of capacities, specifications and adjustments: front alignment, axle end play and backlash, brake clearances, battery, fuses, ignition, light bulbs with Mazda and Chrysler part numbers, valve tappet clearance, capacities and tire pressures.pp. 41–42
  8. IIIAccessoriespp. 43–47
  9. IIIMaintenance MaterialsMOPAR cleaners, polishes and lubricants: fabric and glass cleaners, liquid wax, chromium polish, radiator rust resistor, cooling system cleaner, Lubriplate, Door Ease, Fluid Drive fluid and Super Brake Fluid.pp. 48–50
  10. Owner's Card and Maintenance SummaryCut-out owner's identification card for license, key and tire numbers, and a maintenance summary of oil grades, change intervals and tire pressure.pp. 51–52

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