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page I. 14 ~ Closing Controls .......... 15 oar locks ........... 15 r locks ........ 15 ompartment lock. . .. 15 Dr locks.. .......... 15 ontrol .... 16 ow control ......... 16 dow ............... 16
fort and ce Features t adjustment ...... 17 d wipers and washer. 17 partment ........ 17 e steering wheel. . . .. 19
mirrors at adjustment.. .. rake warning signal .. y warning flasher. ... er ..
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page refueling . ... . . 20 Cool Aire air conditioning 20 radios. . . . 21 rear seat speaker........ . .. 21 reverberator . .. . . 21 remote·control outside mirror. 21 Heater Operation . ..... .. 22 Air Conditioner Operation 23 Station Wagon Features seat storage ...... 26 tailgate and rear window ... . 27 jack and spare tire storage ... 28 Convertible Top-Operation and Maintenance 29 How to Increase Tire life 30 The Safe Way to Change a Wheel 31 Appearance Care . . 32 Service Ti ps .... ... ... 35 Specifications, Capacities & Data license data .. 41 fluid capacities 41 light bulbs 41 light fuses. 41 engine specifications .. 41
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page Warranty. . . . . . .. . ........ , . 2 Explanation of Warranty. . . . . . .. 3 Service Schedule .... ' ..... , 4 Owner's Required Services Record. . . 6 Let's Get AcqUainted keys. .. ............ ,. 7 manual seat adjustment. . . . .. 7 rear-view mirror. . . .. .. .. . . .. 7 Driver-Centered Instrumentation 8 I nstrument Cluster Details. , 9 Starting the Engine neutral. . .. .,.............. 10 ignition lock. . . . • . . .. 10 parking brake. . . .. ....•.... 10 break-in information ......... 11 Transmission automatic transmission operation and ranges ....... 12 manual transmission operation. 13 Ughts-I nside and Out head light switch ............. 14 interior lights ........ , . , ..... 14 head light beam selector. . . . 14 back-up lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 14 turn signal .. , . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 14 glove compartment light. . . . .. 14
page trunk light.. .. . .. , .... ,... 14 Opening and Closing Controls hood lock .... " ......... , 15 outside door locks . ,. ., ... 15 inside door locks, .. .,...... 15 luggage compartment lock. . .. 15 power door locks. , .. . . . . . . . .. 15 window control . .. . _ . . .. 16 vent window control.. . . . . . . .. 16 power window. , ... ' . . . . . . 16
Safety, Comfort and Convenience Features power seat adjustment 17 windshield wipers and washer. 17 glove compartment. . . . . . . . . . . 17 adjustable steering whee\. .... 19 sun visors... . . . . .. .. ....... 17 clock .................... 18 seat belts. ...... ... 18 rear view mi rrors .. .. . .. , 19 custom seat adjustment. . , .... 19 parking brake warning signal., 19 emergency warning Hasher. . . 19 ash receiver ................ 19 coat hooks .. .. . .. .. .. .. ... 20 Auto Pilot. ............. , 20
page refueling . . 20 Cool Aire air conditioning 20 radios .. , .... ,.... .. 21 rear seat speaker ............ 21 reverberator . 21 remote-control outside mirror .. 21 Heater Operation . . 22 Air Conditioner Operation . 23 Station Wagon Features seat storage.. .... .... . 26 tailgate and rear window .. .. 27 jack and spare tire storage .... 28 Convertible Top-Operation and Maintenance ... , . . , ., 29 How to Increase Tire Life .... . 30 The Safe Way to Change a WheeL ........... ,.... . .. 31 Appearance Care ... ' . 32 Service Tips, . . . . . . 35 Specifications, Capacities & Data license data , .. , ............ 41 fluid capacities. 41 light bulbs. . . . . . . . 41 lightfuses. . . . . .. .. . 41 engine specifications. 41
Unusual Starting Conditions
Flooded En Int-Excessive "pumping" of the accelerator pedal may "flood" the engine,
causing a temporary no·start condition. A
strong odor of gasoline is an indication of a flooded engine. To start the engine under flooded conditions, depress the accelerator
pedal fully to the floor and hold there while
cranking untIl engine starts. Holding the accelerator fully to the floor opens the choke, allowing excess fuel to be eliminated from
the engine. Clearing the engine may take
about 10 seco'nds, depending on the amount
of excess fuel in the engine.
Extremely Cold Weather-When starting
your car at temperatures of zero or below,
depress the accelerator to the normal position
of one·third to one· half of Its full travel and crank the engine. Hold the key in the start
position until the engine is running. If the
engine attempts to start but does not, and the total engine cranking time required about 20 seconds, depress the accelerator all the
way to the floor until the engine starts run·
ning. If it does not start then return accelerator
to the one· third to one·half position and continue cranking. It may be necessary to repeat this procedure. NOTE: See "Recom·
mended Engine Oil Grades" and "If You Have an Automatic Transmission" in the
"Service Tips" section of this manual for recommendations regarding cold weather
starting. A larger capacity battery is available from your Dealer for use in extremely cold
areas.
BREAK·IN RECOMMENDATIONS-A
long break-in period is not required for your
new car. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles. After the initial 50 miles, speeds up to 50 or 60 mph are desirable. While cruising,
brief full·throttle accelerations contribute to a
good break·in (Within limits of state and local traffic laws). Wide· open throttle accelerations in low gear can be detrimental and should
be avoided for at least 500 miles. The oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality lubricant, classified "For
Service MS", and should be retained until
the first regular oil change. It is not unusual
for a new engine to use a certain amount of oil during this period. Have the oil level checked each time you stop for gasoline. If
oil is added, use only oils labeled on the con·
tainer "For Service MS" and of the weight required for the outside temperature, as
described on page 38.
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Coat Hookl. The metal hooks located above is felt. then take foot dff accelerator and speed the rear side windows are handy for hanging will be automatically maintained. To change coats or clothing to keep them wrinkle· free. cruising speed. move control ring to new Self-Adjusting Brakes. This feature eliminates setting. Automatic speed regulation can be manual adjustment of your brakes. Brake disengaged at any time by pushing in knob pedal application during normal "reverse" or by turning the ignition off. Application of driving will maintain your brakes at the the brake disengages speed control until specified adjustment. desired speed is regained. To slow down or stop push the brake pedal and car will stop' o Auto Pilot This device enables you to normally. To resume driving. accelerate until control yourdrivingspeed automatically. resistance is felt-then remove foot from The control is located on the instrument pedal. and speed will again be automatically panel. Speed indicator settings appear in the maintained. lens above the control. and can be set by . turning to the desired speed. For example. To Dlsen~ge A~ Pilot: Push In knob and 5 corresponds to about 50 mph. turn to extreme nght.
Speed Reminder reature: Turn the 6 Refuell"1-T~e gasoline ~lIer·tu.be on Sedan control ring to the desired speed (with ~nd Convertible mod~ls IS behind the ~e~r car parked or moving). When the pre-set license plate. On Stallon Wagon models I~ IS speed is reached. a pressure will be felt on on the I~ft rear fend~r .. The cap on Station your foot. reminding you the pre-selected Wagons IS vented. If It IS replaced. use only speed has been reached. To continue at this a vented cap. speed •• ~old accelera!or pedal down to "resis-" Cool-Air. " Air Conditioning (dealer tance level..T0 In~rease speed. push installed). Simple push-bullon control panel accelerator .agal~st resls~an~. NOTE: When and temperature lever is conveniently located pavement IS slippery. It .IS recommended in the center of the unit. at the driver's right that only the Speed Reminder feature be hand. Desi~ned to enable passengers to direct used. . cooled air In any direction. Before operating. Automatic Speed Rl9ulator reatur.: Adlust start engine and open windows to expel hot control ring to desired speed and pull out air. See page 23 for operating the combined knob in center. Increase speed until resistance heater-air conditioning unit.
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E) Coolant Level: Have the coolant level checked during each stop at the gasoline station. Add water to bring level to about 11,4' below the bottom of the filler neck. Overfilling will dilute the anti·freeze and also result in coolant loss through the overflow tube. CAUTION: Driving In heavy traffic, at high altitudes, or in very hot weather may build up pressure in the cooling system. When removing the cap place a cloth over the cap, turn left to first stop, allowing steam to escape through overflow tube, then remove cap.
Thermostat Your new car is equipped with 180 degree thermostat for use with perma· nenl-type anti-freeze. If you later prefer an lcohol type anti-freeze use only a 160 degree thormoslat.
Manifold Heal Control Valve_ A cold engine will warm up faster and accelerate more moothly if the valve that controls heat flow In the manifold works freely. It is normal for I d deposits to accumulate in time on the y lve shaft causing it to tighten up'. Manifold II t Control Valve Solvent, available from your dealer, should be applied a t six month lnt Iva Is. Slide shaft in and out and rotate a
, w times to distribute the solvent. Apply only when manifold is cool.
The Carburetor A ir Filter. The special easy to change fire-resistant filter installed in your carburetor should be cleaned and inspected every 6 months and replaced once every two years, to assure good fuel economy. Clean or replace more often when car is driven in dusty or sandy areas. Replace filter if damaged. DO NOT wash or oil. Simply remove the metal container, unscrew the wing nut and lift out filter. Clean with compressed air, holding nozzle about two inches from filter.
Fuel Filter. Your new car has a filter in the fuel tank to prevent water and foreign material from entering the fuel system. There is also a fuel filter in the fuel line at the fuel pump outlet. If this filter is plugged it can limit car speed and cause hard starling. Under normal operating conditions the filter should be changed at 20,000 mile intervals, or every two years.
011 Cap Filler. The cap on the oil filler tube is a combination ventilator and permanent filter. The filter inside the cap should be kept clean to allow clean air to remove combustion product s from the crankcase. To clean the filter wash the entire cap periodically in k ero sene and relubricate with SAE 30 engine oil.
ENGINE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Engine operation efficiency depends on correct ignition, carburetor adjustments, and on valve lash where applicable. To obtain best engine performance, Chrysler Corporation recommends that the engine be evaluated every 10,000 miles and tuned, if necessary. Services performed during this evaluation should include the following:
SPARK PLUGS-Remove and inspect each spark plug. Most plugs can be cleaned, adjusted, and reinstalled. Rough idle, hard starling, frequent engine miss at high speeds, or apparent physical deterioration, are indications that the spark plugs should be replaced.
DISTRIBUTOR-Clean and inspect the dis· tributor cap and rotor if required (wash cap in household detergent and water solution). Check breaker points for abnormal pitting. distributor secondary wires and tower caps are clean and connected properly. See that ignition timing is set to vehicle specifications.
CARBURETOR-Remove and clean air filter. Check operation of manifold heat control valve and choke diaphragms, use solvent recommended. Clean crankcase ventilator system. Check and adjust choke fast-idle cam and fuel mixture.
BATTERY-Check specific gravity. Clean and tighten terminals; apply grease to post and terminals. Check circuit voltages.
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SPECIFICATIONS, CAPACITIES AND DATA
License Data
Vehicle Number:
Stamped on plate on I It Ir nl d r I, visible when door IS op n .
Engine Number :
Stamped on boss und r d lIibulol
Fluid Capacities
Fuels-25 gals.; Station Wagoll
Engine Oil-4 qts., add 1 ql. with IiII r h 11M Cooling System-16 qts., dd 1 ql with hi ,II I
Transmissions-Manual 3 p d ~ III speed 7~ pi ., Automat I'M pi . Rear Axle-4 pts. Power Steering-4 pts.
Light Bulbs Number
It d Lights ower Light. ............................................................................... .. " 2 Upper Light .................................................................................... 1 In Irument Cluster ........................................................................ '" . . .. . . . 158 f r n smisslon Drive Selector. . . . . . .. .. .. . .. .. . .. . .. .. .. .. . . .. .. . .. .. . .. . .. .. • . .. . .. .. . .. .. . . .. . . . .... S3X II t r and/or Air Conditioning Controls. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .• . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 53X SWitch Tilles ....................................................................................... 53X R dlo 01 I......................................................................................... 1893 flunk ....................................................................................... 1004 Turn Signal, front and rear ... ....................................................................... 1034 P rking .......................................................................................... 1034 Dom .................................. _ ...................................................... 1004 LI nS8 Plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 67 lOP nd Tail .................................. ... ................................................. 1034 13 k up ...................................................... .................. ........... ..... 1073
Engine Specifications 2·Barrel Carbo 4·Barrel Carbo 4 -Barrel Carbo 4 ·Barrel Carbo 383 cu. in. 383 cu. in. 413 cu. in. 426 cu. in.
Bor ... ...................... 4.25' 4.25' 4.19' 4.25' trok .................... '" 3.375' 3.375' 3.150' 3.750' Compr ssion Ratio ................ 9.2:1 10.0· 1 10.0:1 10.3:1 II rllter ....................... . Full Flow Spin On Full Flow Spin On Full Flow Spin On Full Flow Spin On oohng System Pressure .......... 14 psi 14 psi 14 psi 14 psi rh rmostal...................... 1SO° lS00 1SO° 1SO°
I nllion Timing ................... 10° BTC 10" BTC 10° BTC 10° BTC BI k r POlOt Gap ................. 014·.019' .014·.019' .014,.019' .014·.019' p rk Plug Gap and Number ........ 035', J -14-Y or .035', J ·14-Y or .035', J -I0·Y or .035', J-lO·Y or P -3 ·6P P -3 ·6P P -3 ·3P P -3 ·3P rllmg Order .................... 1·8·4·3·6·5-7·2 1·8 ·4 -3 ·6 ·5 ·7 ·2 1·8 ·4 ·3 -6 ·5 ·7·2 1·8·4·3 ·6 ·5 ·7·2 IILl • ........................ Relwlar Premium Prl!millm Prl>mium 41