Electrical Syslem - Chevrolet Light Operator's Manual

and thickness of the springs vary depending on model and ca-
pacity of the truck. The Ih-ton uses a threaded type shackle
while all other -models use a clevis type shackle and heavy
shackle pins to atta. c h the spring to shack le and hanger.
Some models use a two-stage type rear spring
to
provide
better riding qualities when lightly loaded and proper support
for heavy loads. Some models that are to be su bjected to heavy
loads are equipped with auxiliary springs which mount above
the regular springs and contact brackets on the frame member
when handling heavy loads.
Care. Keep the spring to axle " U" bolts and the shackle bolts
properly tightened. Lubrica te the shackles and hangers ac-
cording to instructions in the Lubrication Section.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
General Description. The electrical system consists of the fol-
lowing units-generator, combined voltage and current regu-
lator, starting motor, storage battery, distributor, ignition lock,
ignition coil, ammeter, gasoline gauge, horn, lamps, switches,
wiring and miscellaneous parts.
The ignition switch, coil, distributor and other miscellane-
ous parts making up the "Ignition System" were previously
covered.
Battery
Description. A 6-volt 100 ampere hour storage battery is lo-
cated under the floor board on the right side of the vehicle on
all models except the C.O.E., school bus and Forward Control
units. Location is
in
engine compartment on school buses and
Forward Control and under seat on C.O.E. All school buses
have a 125 ampere hour battery under the hood while Forward
Control units have a 100 ampere hour battery located on the
frame at right side of engine.
Ca re. To assure long carefree battery service it is suggested
that you register the battery with your dealer and take the ve-
hicle to him to have the battery
serviced. If this cannot be
done
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