Chevrolet Fleetmaster Series 1947 Owner's Manual page 26

brake or hand brake is mechanically operated through a series
of linkage and cables that actuate the rear brake shoes.
Depressing the brake foot pedal applies the four wheel service
brakes. The hand brake lever provides a means of holding the car
when parked or getting under way on a steep up-grade.
Do not under any circumstances use other than "GM"
hydraulic brake fluid, as it is the highest quality of brake fluid
obtainable and its use will assure the long efficient life of all
brake parts. The fluid level in the main cylinder should be checked
periodically by your Chevrolet dealer.
These brakes have been designed and developed to give con-
sistent and efficient service with long life under all conditions,
and in order that they may do so, it is advisable that you follow
these suggestions.
1.
A void sudden stopping, as this puts unnecessary strain on
the car.
2.
Delay in adjusting brakes creates unnecessary repair bills.
3.
When slowing down do not de-clutch your engine until
the last moment, as the compression of the engine, on closed
throttle, materially helps to slow down and stabilize the car
when stopping.
4.
Re-line brakes only with genuine "GM" linings, as this
lining has been especially developed for this particular brake.
Your Chevrolet dealer, for a reasonable price, will exchange the
old brake shoes for new shoes with new linings precision ground
to fit the brake drum.
5.
Be sure that only genuine "GM" hydraulic brake fluid is
used in the system, as possible damage to the hydraulic brake
parts may result through the use of inferior brake fluids.
For all norm'Al adjustments, it is necessary only to compen-
sate for brake-lining wear. Your Chevrolet dealer has competent
trained mechanics and the necessary equipment to render this
service at a moderate cost. The necessity for brake adjustment is .
indicated when the brake pedal goes practically to the toe pan
when the brakes are applied.
CARBURETOR
The carburetor is carefully tested and
~djusted
to the engine
before leaving the factory. Too often adjustments are made to
the carburetor when, in reality, something else is causing uneven
running or the engine has not thoroughly: warmed up.
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