Advertisement
STARTING
PRE-STARTING CHECKS
1. Lubricating Oil Level- at, or close to the
"FULL" mark.
2. Coolant Level - near top of radiator or surge
tank.
3.
Battery Level - should cover plates in each
cell.
4. Leaks - check all liquid line
connections,
and
ground below truck for evidence of
leaks.
5. Tires - should be inflated to proper pressure
and check
for
possible damage to casing,
etc.
STARTING THE ENGINE
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION-Place the selec-
tor lever in P or N, P preferred. A starter safety
switch is designed
to
prevent starter operation in
any other
position.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION - Depress clutch
pedal to the floor and place gearshift control lever
in
Neutral.
Select the proper gear range before re-
leasing the clutch pedal.
With manual choke, pull control knob fully out
while holding pedal
down;
then release pedal be-
fore starting.
•
ENGINE COLD - Depress accelerator pedal
to floor and release. This sets automatic choke.
•
ENGINE HOT - Hold accelerator pedal part
way down while starting.
•
DURING EXTREMELY COLD WEATHER
(O°F. and below)-Depress accelerator pedal
to floor three (3) times and RELEASE.
Turn ignition switch to START and release as
soon as engine starts. When engine is running
smoothly, tap accelerator pedal to reduce engine
idle speed.
As soon as engine starts push choke knob (when
used) in part way.
• WARM-UP-Always let engine idle for 20 to 30
seconds after starting and drive at moderate
speeds for several miles, especially during cold
weather.
CAUTION: Avoid inhaling exhaust gases, especially in an enclosed area such as a garage. Exhaust
gases contain a percentage of carbon monoxide which is a potentially lethal gas that, by itself, is
tasteless, colorless, and odorless. The exhaust system should be inspected for proper mounting, leaks
and missing or damaged parts each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change service.
· 6 ·
Advertisement
