Chevrolet Fleetmaster Series 1947 User manual

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CHEVROLET
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1947 PASSENGER CARS

OWNER'S · MANUAL
1947
PASSENGER · CARS
FIRST EDITION
Anyone desirous of having additional mechanical
information covering the design and construction
of the 1947 Chevrolet passenger car should ad-
dress the !{ request to the Service and Mechanical
Department at the address shown below.
CHEVROLET MOTOR DIVISION
GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION
DETROIT 2. MICHIGAN
'I,fI IL
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THE DOOR TO FRIENDSHIP
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OU have purchased a new Chevrolet car, and that
purchase means a great deal to you, to your Chev-
rolet dealer, and to Chevrolet.
To you, it means possession of a fine motor car. To
your Chevrolet dealer, it means an opportunity-and
an obligation-to help you realize true satisfaction
with your investment. And to Chevrolet, it means a
large and willing interest in maintaining your con-
tinued satisfaction, for the entire Chevrolet organiza-
tion desires not merely to make sales, but also to
make friends.
Our interest in you, as a Chevrolet owner, and in your
car, as a Chevrolet product, will continue during all
the months and years that you drive your Chevrolet.
We want to make Chevrolet ownership the most
pleasant motor car experience you have ever enjoyed.
We ask you to read these pages carefully. They are the
key to a better ,and mutual understanding, and will
open the door of friendship between you, your Chev-
rolet dealer, and Chevrolet.

GENERAL INFORMATION
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY
It is expressly agreed that there are no warrahties, expressed
or implied, made by. either the Dealer or the Manufacturer on
Chevrolet motor vehicles, chassis or parts furnished hereunder.
except the Manufacturer's warranty against defective materials
or workmanship as follows:
"The Manufacturer warrants each new motor vehicle. includ-
ing all equipment or accessories (except tires) supplied by the
Manufacturer, chassis or part manufactured by it to be free
from defects in material and workmanship under normal use
and service, its obligation under this warranty being limited
to making good at its factory any part or parts thereof which
shall, within ninety (90) days after delivery of such vehicle to
the original purchaser or before such vehicle has been driven
4,000 miles, whichever event shall first occur, be returned to
it with transportation charge~ prepaid and which its exami-
nation shall disclose to its satisfaction to have been thus
defective; this warranty being expressly in lieu of all other
warranties, expressed or implied, and all other obligations or
liabilities on its part, and it neither assumes nor authorizes
any other person to assume for it any other liability in con-
nection with the , sale of its vehicles.
"This warranty shall not apply to any vehicle which shall
have been repaired or altered outside of an authorized Chev-
rolet Service Station in any way so as in the judgment of the
Manufacturer to affect its stability and reliability, nor which
has been subject to misuse, negligence or accident."
* * *
The Manufacturer has reserved the right to make changes in
design or add any improvements on motor vehicles and chassis at
any time without incurring any obligation to install same on
motor vehicles and chassis previously purchased.
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TIRE WARRANTY
The tires that came with your car are guaranteed by the tire
manufacturer, or his agent, according to the standard Tire Manu-
facturer's Warranty.
OWNER SERVICE POLICY
The Chevrolet dealer agrees to promptly perform and fulfill
all of the terms and conditions of the "Owner Service Policy"
which was given to you at the time you took delivery of your new
Chevrolet car.
REPAIR PARTS
Genuine Chevrolet parts manufactured to the same , rigid
specifications
as the parts used in the original assembly of the car,
are carried in stock by Authorized Chevrolet Service Stations.
Use only Genuine Chevrolet parts for replacement purposes,
because
they are better. They are sold at uniform prices through-
out the Ullited States. Printed price lists published by the Chev-
rolet Motor Division are open to the inspection of owners at any
Authorized Chevrolet Dealer's establishment.
SERVICE CHARGES
Charges prevailing at Authorized Chevrolet Service Stations
are based on Flat Rate sched'ules furnished by the Chevrolet
Motor Division. These Flat Rates are based on the use of methods
and tools approved by the Chevrolet Motor Division, assuring
the highest quality of work at the lowest possible price consistent
with this quality.
Protect your • .investment by having your replacement repair
and maintenance work done by an Authorized Chevrolet Service
Station, which has all the necessary tools and the factory-trained
men.
GENUINE CHEVROLET ACCESSORIES
The materials used in the manufacture of these accessories
are of the highest and finest quality.
These accessories will appeal to every discriminating Chev-
rolet buyer. They offer him the opportunity to show his indi-
viduality in the selection of added touches of refinement and
luxury for his car.
They are carried in stock by all Chevrolet Dealers.
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BREAKING-IN PERIOD
Your Chevrolet car has been designed to furnish you many
thousands of miles of motoring pleasure.
In order to maintain its high standard of performance and
efficiency, special care should be given for the first two thousand
miles as to the speed at which the car is driven and also to lubri-
cation.
To properly break in the moving parts of the car, do not
drive faster than:
40 Miles per hour for the first 100 Miles
50 Miles per hour for the next 200 Miles
60 Miles per hour for the next 200 Miles
Continuous high speed driving should not be attempted
until the car has been driven 2000 miles ..
See that your car is lubricated at regular intervals in accord-
ance with the recommendations under "General Lubrication."
WAYS TO SAVE GAS AND OIL
How many miles doyou get to the gallon? Unless you are the
exception, you can get still greater mileage. And without cost 1
Just eliminate a few of the faults which most of us have and which
tend to waste gasoline and oil. Some of the most common ones
are listed here. Stu'dy them 1 Correct them and you'll save on
fuel bills.
Quick Get-A ways are thrills that cost
money. Tramping suddenly on the accelerator, or pumping it,
feeds your motor more gasoline than it can use. Quick get-aways,
too, waste gasoline by carrying you too far in second gear. Get
away easily and smoothly to save gasoline. Slip into high gear at
20 to 25 miles per hour.
Sudden Stops are sometimes neces-
sary, but always use extra gasoline. Stopping gradually, with the
engine braking saves gas money-and brake lining, too.
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High Speeds are more than danger-
ous. At 70 miles per hour your motor uses almost twice as much
gasoline, to go one mile, as it does at 20 miles per hour. Econom-
ical cruising speeds are 30 to 45 M.P.H.
Soft Tires are hard on your gasoline
bill. They mean more road friction. This gives your motor un-
necessary work to do and makes it use extra gas. Keep the extra
money in your pocket by keeping your tires inflated to the
recommended pressures.
Parking in the Sun wastes gasoline.
Park your car in the shade, if you can, so that the hot sun will
not evaporate gas from your tank.
An Idling Motor is a useless expense.
Turn it off while you are waiting at the curb for a friend, or at
a train crossing.
An Inefficient Carburetor is an
efficient gasoline waster. Have yours checked at least twice a year
(for summer and winter driving) to be sure it is properly adjusted,
that the octane selector is properly set, and that the sediment
bulb is clean.
Cheap Lubrication is a waste of
money. Use oil of good quality and of the grade specified by the
manufacturer. Have your car well greased every thousand miles .
.' One Faulty or Dirty Spark Plug
may waste much of your gasoline.
An Over-Full Crankcase wastes oil
and does not give you better lubrication, despite theories you may
have heard. Keep your oil level within the limits marked on the
oil level rod in the crankcase.
To Obtain Maximum Efficiency
and greatest gas mileage, have a complete motor tune-up per-
formed every 5,000 miles or at least twice a year .
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The table below indicates some of the things which should
be done at regular mileage intervals to assure your receiving
the maximum, not only in performance, but in economy_
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Mileage cale
Oil Air Spark Change Shock Tune Inspec-
Front
Chassis
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Cleaner Plugs Tires Ab- Engine -lion by Wheel
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• For complete instructions. see ChClrt on pages 54 and SS_
t For complete recommendations on changing oil and the proper grade of
oil to use see pages 45 to 52_
The following operations should be done as indicated:
Check Check
Air Change Rear
Period
Battery
In Tires Axle Lub .
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Spring
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Trans. ub . Freeze ing System
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SAFETY BUILT IN YOUR CAR
The body is of all-steel construction, well insulated against
heat and sound. The interior appointments have been made to
assure comfort and safety. The adjustable front seat, safety
glass, and controlled ventilation are examples of this safety
and comfort in design.
The headlights are controlled by the left foot when changing
from the upper to the lower beam, which leaves the right foot
and both hands free to control the car. Always use the low beam
when approaching and passing another car.
The hydraulic brakes are the safest and most dependable
system of brakes ever used, exerting correctly proportioned brake
pressure on all four wheels.
The hand brake lever, under the instrument panel to the left
of the steering wheel, is easily reached.
HIGHWAY SAFETY
One of the most important aspects of motoring these days is
motoring safety. Safety campaigns are constantly being held in
the major cities. Many states now have compulsory inspection
laws. Various commissions have been appointed to study the
problem and make further recommendations to legislative bodies.
The primary responsibility for traffic safety lies with the
motor car driver.
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The most competent driver always keeps in mind the other
fellow. Always signal the other driver to let him know when you
are going to stop, make a turn, or pull away from the curb.
Proper signaling will do away with one of the most dangerous
traffic hazards- the sudden, unexpected move.
The State Highway Departments, Automobile Clubs , and
car manufacturers work together in designating highways through
various types of road markers to make driving safer .
You, the driver, should always obey these markers. Extra
care should be used at night-particularly when driving over
strange roads . Be constantly alert and drive courteously.
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