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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE CHEVROLET STATION WAGON OWNER
This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your 1970 Chevrolet Station
Wagon. We urge you to read it carefully and follow the recommendations contained to help assure the most enjoy-
able and trouble-free operation of your vehicle . Listed below are subjects that deserve your special attention.
AIR POLLUTION CONTROL-A special colored supplement describes the operation and mointenance of the
oir pollution control systems on your car.
ALPHABETICAL INDEX-A complete index will be found in the back of the manual to assist you in locating
specific information
on your vehicle.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR VEHICLE OWNERSHIP-U.S. Federal Law requires the manufacturer to contact
vehicle owners
of record in the event a product safety defed is discovered. Your Chevrolet Dealer should
be notified if you change your address or purchased this car used.
DEALER ASSISTANCE-Your Chevrolet Dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete
satisfaction. Return to
him for Guardian Mai ntenance Service and any other assistance you may require. To
assis dealers in handling your needs, Chevrolet maintains zone offices at the locations listed on pages 79, 80.
Should you
have any questions which your dealer is unable to answer, the zone office nearest you, or the
Owner Relations Department at the Chevrolet Motor Division, Detroit, Michigan 48202, will be pleased to
assist you.
MAINTAINING SAFETY AND RELIABILITY-A special colored supplement contains recommendations to help
you maintain
the safety and dependability originally built into your Chevrolet station wagon .
PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT-Only you can assure that the investment in your Chevrolet station wagon
is adequately protected. Regular andj>roper service as outlined in the manual will help you get the utmost
in satisfaction and extended service from your car .
WARRANTY-When
purchased new, your Chevrolet station wagon is covered by the Chevrolet New Vehicle
Warranty and the Policy on Chevrolet Owner Setvice. Complete details will be found in the Chevrolet New
Vehicle Warranty and Owner Protection folder Which was given to you by your Chevrolet Dealer at the time
of new car delivery.
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Safety on the Road
depends on ...
1. You, the Driver
2. The Condition of Your Vehicle
3. Traffic and Highway Conditions
... BE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND ALL THREE I
REMEMBER Proper operation, periodic
maintenance and safety inspections help
provide ...
• Economical Operation of Your Vehicle
• Safety for You and Your Passengers
• Dependable Transportation
Observe All Traffic Laws-
Make Safe Driving a Habit
WHEN PARKED
Don't invite theft by leaving your car unlocked or leaving
val'uable articles in view. Never leave chidren unattended in
the automobile where they could accidentally release the
brake
or activate other controls.
IN TRAFFIC
Study and understand surrounding traffic conditions before
slowing, passing, turning
or lane-changing, so you won't run
into the unexpected. Maintain proper spacing, and check
rearward conditions too.
When the light turns green, make sure cross-wise traffic has
stopped before starting up.
Anticipate your next move and signal your intention at a
reasonable time to the drivers around you.
DRIVING AT NIGHT
Remember to remove sun glasses at dusk and at other times
when the lighting is poor.
Be especially alert for pedestrians and unlighted vehicles
at
dusk and after dark.
Use " low beam" when approaching or following other cars,
and look slightly to the right of oncoming lights.
Even properly aimed headlamps may cause annoying glare if
the car is heavily loaded in the trunk. Distribute the load in
your car as evenly as possible to avoid blinding other drivers.
Turn on your headlamps at early dusk, and during bad
weather, to help
other drivers see your car.
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INCLEMENT WEATHER
Proceed cautiously in inclement weather, until you are sure
it is safe to drive faster.
Be prepared for sudden crosswinds when crossing bridges
or viaducts. .
Remember that some wet pavement is
as treacherous as ice,
and bridges and viaducts can be
slipperier .
BAD ROADS
Remember, dust obscures vehicles and obstacles as com-
pletely as fog; drive cautiously in dust-clouded areas.
Avoid striking sharp rocksand pot-holes to avoid unneces-
sary (and often hidden) tire damage.
Remember to clean off headlamps, tail lamps and side
markers after driving on wet, dusty, or muddy roads.
WINTER DRIVING
Drive extra cautiously when winter comes, until you adjust to
winter driving conditions.
Remember side streets may be slippery for days after main
streets have been cleared, and drive accordingly.
In heavy snow or on icy roads, drive more cautiously, allow
more room to stop, and use the brakes conservatively, and
reduce the possibility of skids by using chains or special
tires.
To get moving in snow, press very lightly on the accelerator
pedal, increase pressure very slowly, and
don't spin the
wheels. If the wheels spin, they will turn the snow to slick
ice or dig your wheels in deeper. Sand, rock salt, Liquid
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Tire Chain, or a piece of carpeting under the rear wheels
can help
if you do get bogged down.
Remember that wet
ice-at about 32 ° F-is extremely slippery;
drive very cautiOuSly.
EXTENDED TRIPS
Before and regularly during the trip, check tire pressure,
windshield washer and
other fluid levels, and have necessary
maintenance performed
on a regular basis. ~ .
When driving along unfamiliar routes, it is safer to drive
during daylight hours, and it is wise to obtain up-to-date
maps and route information beforehand.
Remember that a high percentage of rural accidents involve
head-on collisions and drive accordingly.
Budget your driving over the length of your trip. Share the
driving
or take rest breaks.
When driving alone for a long period, counteract monotony
by changing radio stations, changing heater settings, open-
ing windows, etc., If fatigue sets in, pull off the road for a
short nap, or at least a rest.
ALWAYS
Be prepared for stopping or slow moving vehicles ahead.
Maintain an adequate distance between your car and the
car ahead, to reduce the chances of rear-end collisions.
If you smell, or otherwise suspect that exhaust fumes are
entering the passenger compartment, drive only with all
windows and vents fully open, and then only until the cause
can be determined and corrected.

A WORD FROM CHEVROLET •••
This Owners Manual contains important information regarding the operation
and maintenance of your Chevrolet station wagon.
In order to obtain maximum enjoyment and usage from your
car, we suggest
that you
fa"!"iliarize yourself with the contents of this booklet and follow the
recommendations outlined.
Your Chevrolet dealer
has the trained personnel and specialized equipment
to properly service your Chevrolet station wagon. Have him inspect your
car
and perform any maintenance or adjustments required.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for choosing a Chevrolet
product-and assure you of our continuing interest in your motoring pleasure
and satisfaction.
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YOUR CHEVROLET'S FIRST
FEW HUNDRED MILES OF DRIVING
Sound design and precision manufac-
turing methods will permit you to
operate your new Chevrolet from its
very first mile without adhering to a
formal
"break-in" schedule. However,
during the first few hundred miles
of
driving you can, by observing a
few simple precautions, add to the
future performance and economy of
your car.
It is recommended that your speed
during the first 500 miles be confined
to a maximum of 60 M.P.H., but do
not drive for extended periods at any
one constant speed, either fast or slow.
During this period, avoid full throttle
starts and, if possible, abrupt stops.
Gentle braking during the first few
hundred miles of operation will re-
sult in longer brake life and better
future performance. Avoid hard stops
especially
during the first 200 miles
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of operation since brake misuse dur-
ing this period will destroy much
future brake efficiency.
Always drive at moderate speed
until the engine has completely
warmed up.
If you plan to use your new Chev-
rolet station wagon for trailer hauling
see additional information on page 69.

Driving For
Economy
Proper maintenance and wise opera-
tion will combine to help you achieve
maximum fuel economy with your
Chevrolet. Your Authorized Chevrolet
Dealer can properly tune and main-
CAUTION: Avoid Inhaling exhaust gases
because they contain carbon monoxide,
which Is a potentially lethal gas that by
itself is colorless and odorless.
SITTING IN A PARKED
CAR WITH EN-
GINE .RUNNING . FOR AN EXTENDED
PERIOD IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
Do not run engine in confined areas
such as garages any more than needed
to move vehicle In or out of area. When
vehicle is stopped In an unconfined area
with the engine running
for any more than
a short period, fhefollowing precaution
should be observed:
• Adjust heating or cooling system to
force outside air into car with blower
tain your car but wise operation is
your responsibility . Give the car suf-
ficient warm-up time, do not make
full throttle starts or unnecessary
severe stops, and drive at reasonable
set at medium or high speed and con-
trols set in any position except "OFF."
The trunk lid should be closed while
driving to prevent drawing exhaust gases
into the car. However,
If for some reason
the trunk must remain open while moving,
the following precautions should be ob-
served:
• Close all windows.
• Adjust heating or cooling system to
force outside air into car with blower
set
at high speed, and controls set in
any position except "OFF."
• On cars equipped with outside air vents
in
or under instrument panel, open vents
fully.
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speeds and as steadily as traffic per-
mits to gain the benefits of all the
economy built into your Chevrolet
station wagon.
The best profection against carbon
monoxide entry
into the car body is a
properly maintained engine exhaust sys-
tem. Whenever a change is noticed in the
sound
of the exhaust system, when ex-
haust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside
of the
vehicle is damaged, have a competent
mechanic inspect the complete exhaust
system andadjacent body area
for broken,
damaged or mispositioned parts, deterio-
ration, open seams or loose connections
which
could permit exhaust fumes to seep
into the trunk or passenger compartment.
In addition, inspect the exhaust system
each time the vehicle is raised
for lubri-
cation or oil change. Replace or adjust
as required.

----OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Anti-Theft Steering
Column Lock
The anti-theft lock, located on the
right side of the steering column, has
five positions. Starting from the full
counterclockwise position (the posi-
tion nearest you) they are; accessory,
lock, off,
on and start.
To provide added theft protection for
your car the system is designed to pre-
vent normal operation of the steering
and shift controls when the ignition
switch is in "lock" position. The trans-
mission selector lever must be in
"park" on automatic transmission
models, or reverse on manual trans-
mission models, before the key can be
turned to the "lock" position. The
"off" position is provided so that
the ignition can be turned off without
locking the steering column or trans-
mission selector lever. The ignition
switch "accessory" position permits
operation of electrical accessories
when the engine is not running. It can
be engaged only by pushing in on the
ignition key and turning the key to-
ward you (counter-clockwise). The
key can be withdrawn only when the
switch is in the "lock" position.
NOTE: The Anti-Theft Steering Column
Lock is
not intended as a substitute for
the parking brake. Always set your park-
ing brake when leavIng the vehicle unat-
tended to help assure that the vehicle will
not move.
CAUTION: In a parking Situation, always
let go of the steering wheel, BEFORE
turning the ignition key to LOCK position.
When parking on a hill with wheels turned
in to the curb, be sure the
car has come
to a complete stop before turning the key
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to LOCK position. Turning the wheels to
left or right after the car stops "winds up"
the steering system, which can result in
a "spring back" 0# the steering wheel
when the
lock is released. As a further
precaution, never reach through the
steering wheel to operate controls, or
for
any other reason.
When leaving your
car unattended,
• Set parking brake
• Place automatic transmission se-
lector in Park (Reverse for manual
transmission)
• Turn key to LOCK position
• Remove key
• Lock aI/ doors
The ignition key warning buzzer
warns you if you have left the key in
the anti-theft lock when the driver's
door is opened. Heed its warning-
remove the key and lo' ck the doors.
The visible vehicle identification num-
ber on th~ instrument panel aids in
apprehension of thieves and recovery
of stolen vehicles. Help it work; make
sure it is not obscured by gloves, maps
or other objects.

Starting Engine
CAUTION: When starting the engine with
the
car parked, always have the· brake
applied-use the foot brake on automatic
transmission cars
and the parking brake
on manual transmission cars.
NOTE: To prolong battery life, turn off
switches for headlamps, radio, heater
fan
and other unnecessary electrical loads
prior to starting the engine in colder
weather. Leave accessories off until the
engine is running smoothly.
• Automatic Transmission Start Pro-
cedure -Place the selector lever
of automatic transmissions in P or
N, (P preferred). A starter safety
switch is designed to prevent starter
operation while the transmission
selector
lever is in any drive posi-
tion.
• Manual Transmission Start Pro-
cedure - On manual transmission
cars, hold clutch pedal
to the floor
throughout the starting procedure.
A
starter safety switch incorpo-
rated in manual transmission cars
is designed to prevent starter op-
eration when the clutch is not
fully depressed. Select the proper
gear range before releasing the
clutch pedal.
• Engine COld:-fully depress accel-
erator pedal to floor and slowly
release.
This sets automatic choke.
With foot off the accelerator pedal.
crank the engine by turning the
key to the Start position and
release when engine starts. If the
engine starts, but fails to run, re-
peat above procedure. When the
engine is running smoothly, the
idle speed may be reduced by
slightly depressing the accelerator
pedal and then slowly releasing.
• Engine Warm-Depress accelera-
tor pedal halfway down while
cranking engine.
• During Extremely Cold Weather
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(O°F. and below) or after car has
been standing idle several days-
Fully depress and release acceler-
ator pedal two to three times be-
fore cranking the engine. With foot
off the accelerator pedal crank the
engine by turning the key to the
Start position and release when en-
gine starts.
When engine is running smoothly,
tap accelerator pedal to reduce engine
idle speed.
• Engine Flooded - Depress accel-
erator pedal and hold to floor while
starting until engine is cleared of
excess fuel and is running
smoothly. Never "pump" the ac-
celerator pedal.
Warm-Up
Always let the engine idle for 20 to
30 seconds after starting and drive at
moderate speeds for several miles,
especially
during cold weather.

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Driving with the Chevrolet Manual Transmissions
The 3-speed manual transmission shift
positions follow the standard pattern
shown. Depress the clutch pedal fully
before shifting to a different gear,
then release the pedal to move in that
gear .
Shift into Reverse gear only after
the car ha!? stopped. Always depress
and release the clutch pedal fully when
shifting.
Also,
shift into "Reverse" before
shutting off engine. This will permit
the ignition key to be turned to the
"Lock" position.
GOOD DRIVING PRACTICE: On cars
equipped with manual transmissions,
use second gear at slow &}:leeds (less
than 30 m.p.h.) when driving in stpp-
and-go traffic; for improved vehicle
performance during acceleration; and
whe~ descending steep hills.
GOOD DRIVING PR~CTICE: Before
descending a steep or long grade, down
a mountain or hillside, reduce speed
and shift into a lower gear. Use the
brakes sparingly to prevent them from
overheating and thus reducing brake
effectiveness. .
CA!JTION: Use caution w~en shifting into
lower gear ratios
on slippery surfaces,
with vehicle moving-the abrupt braking
action could cause the driving wheels to
skid.
Driving with the Chevrolet Automatic Transmissions
The Powerglide, Turbo Hydra-Matic-
350 and 400 are completely automatic
transmissions which replace the stan-
dard clutch and transmission. After
starting the engine with the selector
lever in N (Neutral) orP (Park) po-
sition, select the range desired (see
tables) and depress the accelerator.
A
gradual start with a steady increase
in accelerator pressure will result in
best possible fuel economy. Rapid ac-
celeration for fast starts will result in
greater fuel consumption.
Automatic transmission shift quad-
rants of all GM cars continue the uni-
form sequence of selector positions.
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rhis particularly benefits multicar
families and those who occasionally
drive other cars. Shift indicators are
arranged with "Park" position at one
end, followed
in sequence by "Re-
verse," "Neutral" and the forward
driving ranges. All automatic trans-
missions are . equipped with a starter

P-PARK
R-REVERSE
N-NEUTRAL
D-DRIVE
L-LOW
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POWERGLIDE
Use only when car is stopped.
For backing car-from stop.
For standing (Brakes Applied).
For forward driving.
Depress accelerator to floor for extra acceleration at speeds
(depending on engine, axle and tire combinations) as high
as 40, to 60 mph.
For hard pulling through sand, snow or mud, and for
climbing or descending steep grades.
Do not shift to Labove 40 mph.
TURBO HYDRA-MATIC 350 AND 400
P-PARK
R-REVERSE
N-NEUTRAL
D-DRIVE
L2-LOW,
Lt-LOWI
Use only when car is stopped.
For backing car-from stop.
For standing (Brakes Applied).
For forward driving.
Depress accelerator to floor for extra
acceleration below 65 mph; depress
accelerator half-way at speeds below
30 mph • .
For driving in heavy traffic or on ·hilly
terrain. Shift into 2 or L, at any
vehicle speed.
For hard pulling through sand, . snow
or mud, and for climbing or de-
scending steep grades.

safety switch designed to permit start-
ing the engine only when the trans-
mission selector is in the "Park" or
"N eutral" position. For additional
engine braking effect, as sometimes
needed in mountainous driving, place
the transmission in an intermediate or
low range.
Column Shift Lever
The heavy line in the illustrations
indicates the movement of the shift
lever as it is lifted to shift into Reverse
or Low (Low2 on the Turbo Hydra-
Matic 350 and 400) and into or out of
Park position.
CAUTION: When parking or leaving the
car unattended, even for a few minutes,
place the selector lever in "Park" position,
applyirig parking brake and remove the
ignition key.
Transmission Operating Tips
Good Driving Practice
Before descending a steep or long
grade,
down a mountain or hillside,
reduce speed and shift into a lower
gear. Use the brakes sparingly to pre-
vent them from overheating and thus
reducing brake effectiveness.
Holding Car on an Upgrade
When stopped on an upgrade, main-
tain your position by applying the
brakes. Never hold the car in place by
accelerating engine with transmission
in gear. This could cause damage by
overheating the transmission (auto-
matic) or clutch (manual).
"Rocking" Car
If it becomes necessary to rock the
car to free it from sand, mud or snow,
move the selector lever from "D" to
"R" in a repeat pattern while simul-
taneously applying moderate pressure
to the accelerator. Do not race engine.
Avoid spinning
wheels when trying to
free the car.
Parking Your Car
Always engage the parking brake
and place the automatic transmission
selector lever in "Park" position when
leaving your car unattended . Also,
with automatic transmissions, never
park for prolonged periods with en-
gine idling and transmission in gear,
especially
if your car is equipped with
air conditioning. This practice is detri-
mental to the transmission, due to
overheating.
CAUTION: For towing, the parking brake should be released, the transmission should be In neutral and the engine ignition should
be
"off", but the Anti-Theft Steering Column Lock should not be in the "lock" position.
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CAUTION: Attachment should NOT be made to bumpeis or bumper <brackets tor towing. When vehicle is towed in a manner that re-
quires hoisting one ehd off the ground, this is to be done only with a sling-type attachment hooked to main structural members ot the
car.
Always lise satety back-up chalhs crossed under tlie tow bar in a manner that will retain the vehicle if the primary attachment tails
or breaks tree, preferably attached
to different structural members than those used for the primary attachment.
When towing vehicle on the front wheels, the steering wheel sh ould be secured to maintain a straight ahead position.
NOTE: Do
not use the locking feature of the Anti-Theft Lock to secure the front wheels for towing purposes.
Towing-(With Ignition
Key Available)
Normally your Chevrolet may be
towed with all four wheels on the
ground for distances up to 50 miles at
speeds of less than 35 m.p .h. However,
the drive wheels (rear wheels) must
be raised off the ground or the drive-
shaft disconnected when the trans-
mission is not operating properly or
when a speed of 35 mph or distance
of 50 miles will be exceeded.
Towing-(Without
Ignition Key)
Since the Anti-Theft Steering Col-
umn Lock locks the steering and shift
controls as well as the ignition
system, special provisions are neces-
sary for towing a vehicle when the
switch is in "lock" position. Normally
it will be necessary to place a dolly
under the rear wheels and tow the
vehicle with the front end raised.
Detailed towing information is avail-
able at your dealer and has been
provided to tow truck operators re-
sponsible for movement of disabled
or locked vehicles. Proper lifting and
towing equipment is necessary to pre-
vent damage to the vehicle during
the towing operation.
Emergency Starting
If your Chevrolet is equipped with
a manual 3-speed transmission, it
can be started in an emergency
by pushing. When being pushed to
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start the engine, turn off all unneces-
sary electrical loads, turn ignition on
"ON", depress the clutch pedal and
place the shift lever in high gear. Re-
lease the clutch pedal when the car
speed reaches 10 to 15 miles per hour.
Bumpers and other parts contacted
by the pushing vehicle should be pro-
tected from damage during pushing.
Never tow the car to start .
Engines in vehicles with automatic
transmissions cannot be started by
pushing the car . To start the car
when the Energizer is discharged, use
an auxiliary battery or Energizer with
jumper cables.
BATTERY-GAS WARNING: Since nor-
mal battery or Energizer chemical

action generates hydrogen gas which
is explosive when mixed with air,
never expose the battery to an open
flame or electric spark. Also, avoid
getting battery fluid, which is a sul-
furic acid solution, on skin, on cloth-
ing or other fabrics, or on painted
surfaces. Eye protection should be
worn while working on the battery
for any reason.
Hydrogen gas may be released by a
battery and is generally present when
the battery has been, or is charging.
If the booster battery is part of an-
other vehicle's electrical system, the
booster battery should be treated
carefully when using jumper cables-
follow exactly the procedure outlined
below, being careful not to cause
sparks which could ignite any hydro-
gen which might be present when
attaching jumper cable clips to the
two batteries.
To start the car when the Energizer
is discharged, use a single auxiliary
battery or Energizer of the same volt-
age as the discharged battery, with
suitable jumper cables.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to jump start a
frozen battery. If a frozen battery is sus-
pected, open and examine a/l fill vents on
the battery. If Ice can be seen, or the
electrolyte fluid cannot be seen, do
not
attempt to start with Jumper cables.
When attaching jumper cables:
First, attach one end of one jumper
cable to the positive terminal of the
booster battery (identified by a "+"
or "P" on the battery case, post, or
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clamp) and the other end of the same
cable to the positive terminal of the
discharged battery.
Second, attach one end of the re-
maining cable to the negative terminal
("-" or "N") of the booster battery,
and finally to the negative terminal of
the discharged battery- taking care
that none of the jumper clips contact
each other.
Reverse this sequence exactly when
removing the jumper cables.
CAUTION: Any procedure other than the
above
could result in personal injury
caused by electrolyte squirting out the
battery vents, damage or
injury due to
battery explosion, and/or damage to the
charging system
of the booster vehicle's
or Immobilized vehicle's charging system.

INSTRUMENTS
The instruments, gauges and indicator
lights conveniently grouped in the in-
strument cluster are designed to tell
you at a glance many important things
about the performance of your car.
The information . on this and the fol-
lowing
pages will enable you to more
quickly understand and properly in-
terpret these instruments.
GOOD DRIVING PRACTICE: A
good driver familiarizes himself with
the controls of any automobile BE-
FORE operating it.
Fuel Gauge
This electrically operated gauge
registers correctly when the ignition
switch is il;l the "on" position. When
the ignition switch is turned "off," the
needle will not necessarily return to
the empty mark but may stop at any .
point on the dial.
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Engine Temperature
Indicator Light
This indicator light is provided in
the instrument cluster to quickly warn
of an overheated engine. With the ig-
nition switch in the START position,
_ the red (HOT) indicator will light to
let you know that it is operating
properly .
When the engine is started, the red
light will go out immediately. It will
light up at no other time unless for
some reason the engine reaches a
dangerously high operating tempera-
ture. If the red light should come on,
the engine must be stopped until the
cause of the overheating is corrected.
Check this light frequently as you
drive.
Generator Indicator Light
This light provides a quick check on
the generating system of your Chevro-
let. The red light will be on when the
ignition key is in the "on" position, but
before the engine is started. After the
engine starts, the light should go out
and remain out . If the light remains on
when engine is running, have your
Authorized Chevrolet Dealer locate
and correct the trouble as soon as
possible.
Oil Pressure Indicator Light
This light will be on when the ig-
nition switch is turned on and should
go out after the engine is started.
Occasionally the light may be seen to
flicker momentarily, but this will do
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no harm. However, if the light remains
on during normal driving speeds, the
engine should be stopped until the
cause of the trouble can be located
and corrected. Driving the car with
low oil pressure can cause serious en-
gine damage.
Brake System Warning Light
This dual purpose indicator light
operates as follows: With parking
brake applied the red light will light
when the ignition switch is turned on.
As a dual service brake system warn-
ing, the red light will come on when
the brake pedal is depressed if low
pressure has developed in either the
front or rear brake system. Have your
Authorized Chevrolet Dealer locate
and correct the trouble immediately.

Optional Instruments and Gauges -116" W.B.
-:;' \~"/
-40 $ +40
AMPS
Tachometer and Oil Pressure Light
The optional Tachometer indicates
the speed of the engine in revolutions
per minute. The yellow area on the
face of the tachometer indicates the
highest recommended engine rpm. En-
Engine Temperature Gauge
This optional gauge indicates cool-
ant temperature which will vary with
air temperature and operating condi-
tions. The ignition switch must be on
for accurate readings. Hard driving or
prolonged idling in very hot weather
will cause the pointer to move beyond
Ammeter
The optional ammeter indicates
whether the battery is being charged
or discharged. The Delcotron charging
system is equipped with a regulator
which controls the charge according
to battery requirements . When the
Delcotron generator issupplying more
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gine operation causing tachometer in-
dications in or above the red area can
lead to serious engine damage. func-
tion of the oil pressure light located
in the tachometer face is described on
page 15.
the center of the Q_and. Should pointer
move to the line at the "H" end of the
band, stop engine or reduce speed to
permit engine to cool. On vehicles
equipped with Air Injection Reactor
System, the needle will frequently
move beyond the center of the band.
than the current demand, the ammeter
will indicate a charging rate. If the
current demand is more than the Del-
cotron output, a discharge will be indi-
cated. With the battery fully charged,
the charging rate will be low, thus giv-
ing an indication of battery condition.

Headlight Beam
Indicator Light
The headlights of your Chevrolet
have high and low beams to provide
you with proper night-time visibility
during all driving conditions. The
"low" beams are used during most city
driving. The "high" beams are especi-
ally useful when driving on dark roads
since they provide excellent long range
illumination . The headlight beam indi-
cator will be on whenever the high
beams or "brights" are in use. The
Headlight Beam Switch controls the
headlight beams (see Page 19).
Optional Warning Lights
Low Fuel -119.0" W.B.
The low fuel indicator light will light
and illuminate the word '''Fuel'' when
the fuel gauge registers between one-
fourth · to one-eighth full. Occasional
flicking of the light when stopping and
starting the car is normal. A steady
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glow indicates low fuel.
Check Doors
This indicator light will glow when
the ignition switch is on. Be sure all
doors are closed before driving your
car. The light will go out after a few
seconds of operation.
Seat Belts
With the ignition switch on, this light
will glow as a reminder to fasten your
seat belt . The light will go out after a
few seconds of operation.