Hudson 481 Series, Owner'S Manual

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LUBRICATION
The lubricant with which the axle is filled at the factory is especially suited for protection
of the gears during the break-in period. This lubricant should be left in the axle for at least
the first 10,000 miles.
The level of the oil in the axle housing
should be checked every 1,000 miles and if
low, brought up to the level of the filler plug by
adding a S.A.E. 90Multi-Purpose Gear Lubri-
cant which has been qualified under U. S. Army
Specification 2-105B.
As all gear oils have a tendency to foam due
to agitation, the car should be permitted to
stand about fifteen minutes to allow foam to
subside before checking the level.
Although seasonal changes are not required
it is recommended that the lubricant be re-
moved from the axle housing and 31/2 lbs. (1.5
kgs.) of new Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant be
installed at least once a year or every 10,000 miles.
Rear wheel bearings should be removed, cleaned, and repacked every 10,000 miles with
1-1/2 ounces of milled sodium soap base lubricant. A special puller is required to remove
the hubs; therefore, this operation should be performed by your Authorized Hudson Dealer.
BRAKE SYSTEM
BRAKES
Patented Double-Safe Hydraulic Brakes employing a reserve mechanical system operating
from the same brake pedal, are used.
Figure 40 Figure 41
Figure 39
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