Chevrolet Fleetmaster Series 1947 Owner's Manual page 11

Downhill -
When driving down a
steep grade, it is advisable to shift into second gear and some-
times into first gear. This will allow the motor to act as a brake
on the car and will not only assist materially in keeping the car
under control, but also reduce the wear on brake shoe facings
and brake drums.
Uphill -
When driving up a steep
grade, it is advisable to shift i~to second gear. This will avoid
placing undue strain on the motor and clutch and is also more
economical on the gasoline.
Overtaking and . passing a car on a hill or curve is dangerous
as you cannot see another car approaching.
Starting on a Hill-When
it is neces-
sary to start your car on a hill, you will find it much easier if,
before starting, you set the hand brake lever to keep the car
from rolling backward. Put the shifting lever in first speed,
gradually release the clutch, press down the accelerator, and when
the car starts to move forward, or the engine starts to labor,
slowly release the hand brake lever.
Curves-
When approaching a curve,
do not cross over the center of the road to pass a car ahead of
you. Before entering a curve, slow down to a safe speed and make
the turn into the curve at the extreme right side.
Slippery Roads-When
starting on
ice or slippery paveIRent, it is safer to have the shifting lever
in
either second or high gear to reduce the tendency of the rear
wheels to spin. In starting in deep SnOW, always use first speed
and accelerate the engine slowly.
Tire Blow-Out-Do
not jam the on
brakes. Hold the car as steady as possible until it slows down to a
moderate speed and then gradually apply the brakes.
Skidding-If
your car starts to skid,
do not jam on the brakes. Turn the front wheels
in
the direction
of the skid and at the same time take your foot off the accelera-
tor gradually.
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