“ Generally speaking, you use a thin oil in winter because it flows more freely in cold temperatures than a thick oil. Since, as stated above, the oil in your car’s crankcase, if of good quality, will be useful for many hundreds of miles, it is impractical to change oil more 33 often than necessary. Therefore, we list below the viscosities of engine oil recommended for your car at lowest prevailing temperature generally expected in your locality during the various seasons of the year. ”

“ The hood control (marked “H”) is located on the driver’s side of the car just below the lower end of the instrument panel. To unlock the hood, pull the control until the automatic hood lock is released. To raise the hood, release the safety latch as illustrated. As a safety measure, after raising the hood, remove the end of the hood prop from its bracket and place it in the hole provided on the underside of the hood at the front.
Care should always be taken in raising or lowering the hood. Never try to force the hood lock or safety latch. ”

“ Crankcase Oil Level The oil in the crankcase is checked by withdrawing the oil level gage on the left side of the engine. The oil filler pipe cap contains a filtering element to clean the air of any impurities before it enters the crankcase. This filter is easily cleaned by removing the cap and immersing it in kerosene. Allow filter cap to dry thoroughly. Then dip cap in a good grade of engine oil so that filtering element is thoroughly oil coated. Drain off excess oil and replace cap. It’s a good idea to have the oil level checked when purchasing gasoline. ”

“ Idling, except to warm up a cold engine, is sheer waste.
Stopping Come to a gradual stop whenever possible. This saves fuel, brake lining, and tires.
Accelerating If peak economy is to be obtained, acceleration must be gradual. Rapid acceleration wastes gasoline.
Tires Keep your tires properly inflated.
Lubrication Keep both the engine and chassis well lubricated at all times. This reduces friction to a minimum.
Mechanical Condition Periodic “tuning” of the engine by your Studebaker dealer’s service department will insure maximum mechanical efficiency necessary to good gasoline mileage. ”

“ Turned to the left, the key completes the electrical circuit to the gasoline gage, radio, and other accessories but not to the ignition. The ignition key should always be removed when you leave the car.
Starter Switch The starter is controlled by a button on the toeboard located directly beneath the clutch pedal. By completely depressing the clutch pedal, the electrical circuit through the starter switch is completed. Do not operate starter when the engine is running. ”

“ Turn the ignition key to the right. Then depress the clutch pedal to the toeboard to operate the starter.
If engine should not start after a few revolutions, completely depress accelerator and, holding it in this position, operate starter.
Starting a Hot Engine It is easier to start a hot engine if the accelerator is held approximately halfway to the floorboard until the engine starts. Release the accelerator as soon as the engine starts.
Warming Up the Engine A gasoline engine performs best when it reaches an operating temperature of approximately 170° F. (76,7° C.) . ”

“ The warmed air is discharged forward and rearward from below the front seat and spreads uniformly through the car interior.
The Climatizer heat output is thermostatically controlled so that you may select the degree of heating desired and be assured of its remaining constant until you reset the control. Pushing or pulling the control regulates a thermostat which in turn controls the flow of water through the heater coils. The further outward you pull the control, the warmer will be the hot air output of the Climatizer. ”

“ For more technical information as to how your car or any of its parts operates or how to make any of a multitude of adjustments or repairs, we refer you to your Studebaker dealer. Studebaker owners operate their cars with the assurance of a friendly, nation-wide service organization. Dealers’ men are constantly informed by us of the latest advances in technical procedures, tools, and equipment. ”

“ The parking brake lever operates independently of the hydraulic brake system, applying brake pressure to the rear wheels only. To set the parking brake, depress brake pedal and pull back on parking brake handle. To release the parking brake, depress brake pedal, pull back slightly on the handle, press the release button with the thumb, and let the handle move forward.
Windshield Wiper Control The windshield wiper control knob, located at the top center of the instrument board, must be turned clockwise to operate the wiper blades. ”

“ When working near a battery being charged, or just after it has been charged, it is important that no flame or spark have an opportunity to ignite the hydrogen gas. To prevent possibility of a static electricity spark’s causing such an explosion with the battery in the car, it is well to ground the car electrically by means of a metal bar or chain running from the car’s frame or 38 bumper to the ground. ”

“ Use chisel end of jack handle to remove hub cover. Then place chisel end of the jack in the jack mechanism and jack up the car. Note—If tire to be changed is on a front wheel, jack up only a few notches to be sure jack is secure, then start wheel lug nuts loose before continuing the jacking up process. On rear wheels, the parking brake will hold the wheel so that the nuts can be loosened after the car has been jacked up. ”

“ We reserve the right to make changes in design or to make additions to or improvements upon our products without incurring any obligations to install the same on vehicles previously built.
BATTERY WARRANTY
The Willard Storage Battery Company provides a 90 day standard factory warranty on the battery. They also provide an adjustment policy prorated on a sliding scale based on the length of service of the battery. Your Studebaker dealer will be pleased to handle details of battery warranty service for you. ”

“ GASOLINE AMMETER DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL INDICATOR ODOMETER DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL INDICATOR OIL PRESSURE HEAT INDICATOR HOOD CONTROL FOG LIGHT CONTROL OVERDRIVE CONTROL CLIMATIZER AND DEFROSTER CONTROL PARKING BRAKE CONTROL HANDLE MASTER LIGHT CONTROL IGNITION LOCK AND SWITCH
5 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
The driver of a new car should become familiar with the functions of the instruments and controls described below before operating the car. Standard equipment varies to some extent between different models. ”

“ Chromium and nickel plated finishes are of a perishable nature and will deteriorate if not properly cared for. These parts should be kept clean and free from dirt and foreign matter. To clean chromium plated parts, use clear water and a clean cloth. To protect the finish after the parts are cleaned, apply a coating of paste-type body wax. For further details on chrome plated parts, see the card placed in the package compartment. ”

“ Lubrication: Lubricate chassis (unless performed in last 1000 miles) including any periodic lubrication requirements due.
Fuel System: Clean fuel pump bowl and reset carburetor adjustment if necessary.
Starter: Check efficiency for proper current draw from battery.
SPRING Cooling System: Drain and reverse flush. Check thermostat. Check condition of radiator hose fan belt. Refill cooling system and install Rust Inhibitor.
Crankcase: Clean inside of engine crankcase. Clean Floto screen. Change engine oil. Install new filter cartridge if not recently changed. ”

“ This is the normal range indicated by the rectangular mark on the face of the heat indicator. In cold weather the engine temperature should be raised by allowing the engine to idle slowly before driving the car. ”

“ Studebaker Black Rubber Finish is recommended for black tires and all black rubber parts.
47 Care of the Convertible Fabric Top
The life of any convertible top can be materially lengthened if care is taken to lower the top only when it is dry. Never operate the top motor when the car is in motion. ”

“ When this occurs, the brake pedal free travel will increase and the driver is warned that the brakes need relining. If your brakes do not operate satisfactorily, see your Studebaker dealer.
Clutch Pedal Travel Adjustment Clutch pedal free travel is the distance the pedal moves forward before resistance of the release mechanism is felt. When the free travel is greater than one inch (25,4 mm.) ”