Chrysler Plymouth 1962 User manual

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As you start out to experience some of the happiest driving moments of your
life, may
we offer two suggestions that will make the miles ahead thoroughly
enjoyable and completely trouble-free.
First, let us recommend
that you spare a few minutes to read this manual
carefully. Have the driving members
of your family go through it too, so that
everyone benefits from the many safety, convenience and performance features
of your new car.
Second, see your authorized dealer regularly for Certified Car Care--Service
that Saves. This plan provides all the service, and only the service, your car
needs . . . and assures you continuing new-car performance even after many
thousands of miles. You
will find the Certified Car Care book, accompanying
your Operating Instructions, a valuable source for maintenance information.
And remember, your authorized dealer has a genuine interest
in protecting
the investment you have made in your new car. His aim
is your complete
satisfaction,
that's why his up-to-the-minute facilities include factory-trained
technicians, modern equipment and factory-engineered MoPar parts.
We're sure your new car
will live up to your greatest expectations, especially
when you call on your authorized Dealer regularly. He'll be happy to
see you,
and serve you,
at any time.
Service Department, Chrysler-Plymouth Division, Detroit, l\1ichigan

CONTENTS
Page
YOUR KEY TO DRIVING PLEASURE. . . . . . . . . . . 2
YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DETAILS . ... ... .. . 4
DRIVER - CENTERED INSTRUMENTS.. ...... . .. 6
GETTING OFF TO A GOOD START. . ....... . 8
TRANSMISSIONS - AUTOMATIC AND MANUAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
LIGHTS - INSIDE AND OUT' . . ... 12
CONVENIENCE AND SAFETY FEATURES . . .. . . .. 14
OPENING AND CLOSING CONTROLS . . .... ... .... .. . . .. 18
YOUR HEATER . . . .... . . .. ... .. . ... . 20
YOUR AIR CONDITIONER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
STATION WAGON FEATURES . . ........ . . 25
CONVERTIBLE TOP - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE .. . 27
WHEEL AND TIRE CARE . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . .. ... 28
APPEARAN CE CARE . . . . . . . . . .30
SERVICE TIPS .... ..... ...... . ... . . ... 31
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .... 33
OIL RECOMMENDATIONS .... . ...... . . . 34
ALPHABETICAL INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. .36
Chrysler Co rporation reserves the right to make changes in design and specifica-
tions, and
or to make additions to or improvements in its product without imposing
any obligations upon itself to install them on its products previously manufactured.
81-570-2057, SD & TD, 9-61, 1st Edition, Litho in U.S.A. 1

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YOUR KEY TO DRIVING PLEASURE
You will find a small metal tag attached to each set of
keys. Stamped on these tags is an identifying number
which you should record so that you can order duplicate
keys from your dealer or a reputable locksmith in
the
ev ent of loss. Afterrecording, the tagsshould be destroyed.

R LOC Use the key with the square end. To
unlock, insert key with notches upward and turn toward
front of car, then back
to vertical position. Lock by turning
key toward rear of car, then back to vertical.
U ADJUST E T
AL The first thing you may want to do after getting
into your new car is to adjust the front seat to your liking.
The adjusting lever at the bottom of the driver's side of
the front seat releases the seat so you can slide it forward
or backward to the position that's best for you. It will lock
in the new position when you release the lever.
NOTE: Further adjustment can be made by your Dealer, see page 15.
o :R If your car is equi pped with an optional Six-Way
Power
Seat unit , the single control at the bottom of the
driver's side of the front seat can be turned to tilt the seat,
or pushed to move it forward, back, up, or down. The seat
moves the way the knob is moved. DO NOT put packages
or other articles under power seat, since they could be
damaged, or cause damage to power
seat controls.

INSTRUMENT PANEL DETAILS
oOIL PRESSURE (see page 7)
o TRANSMISSION DRIVE
SELECTOR (see page 10)
ft TEMPERATURE GAUGE
V (see page 6)
eODOMETER (see page 6)
oSPEEDOMETER (see page 6)
oCLOCK (see page 14)
e ALTERNATOR INDICATOR -
BATTERY (see page 7)
4) HEATER CONTROLS (see page20)
oRADIO (see page 17)
o HEADLIGHTS AND PANEL
LIGHTS (see page 12)
.,
PARKING BRAKE RELEASE
(see page 8)
oWIPER AND WASHER
(see page 14)
~ TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR
W (see page 1 3)
A HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
W (see page 12)
oGASOLINE GAUGE (see page 6)
oIGNITION SWITCH (see page 9)
G CIGAR LIGHTER (see page 14)
oASH RECEIVER (see page 14)
oGLOVE COMPARTMENT
(see page 19)

You win note that along with the identification of the controls and
instruments, page numbers are included for quick and easy reference.

DRIVER-
CENTERED
INSTRUMENTS
Your instruments provide
information
about what's
happening under the hood.
That's why it's a good idea
for you to check them fre-
quently as you drive.
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SPEEDOMETER Located directly in
front of you for easy visibility. At night
the speedometer is softly lighted and
glareless.
E G
Indicates
engine coolant temperature. Pointer will
normally stay near center while driving.
It is normal for the pointer to rise slightly
when driving in congested traffic in
hot
weather or under heavy load. However, if
GASOLINE GAUGE With ignition key
ON or ACCessory position, the pointer
will indicate the amount of fuel in gas
tank.
pointer rises suddenly or remains on HH"
an inspection should be made for possi-
ble causes.
-op
Total mileage traveled is
shown in miles and tenths of a mile.

h. .AIW INDICATOR Light near speedomete r
glows red when headlights are on high beam .
OIL PRESSURE LIGHT Indicates low engine oil
pressure but not necessarily low oil level. Red light sbould
not be on except momentarily when engine is first started
or is operating at idle. If light stays on while driving, stop
engine immediately and do not operate car until cause of
low oil pressure is located and corrected.
TUR SIGNAL INDICATOR Light on instrument
panel flashes in unison with outside lights.
ALTERNATOR INDICATOR (BATTERY) Indicates
whether battery is being charged ("C") or discharged
("D"). Pointer will normally stay centered while driving
when battery is fully charged and no lights or accessories
are in use.
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