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Содержание 1956 Truck

Страница 1: ...TRUCK OPERATORS MANUAL...

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Страница 3: ...0 0 0 0 0 0 After 10000 miles repeat above schedule starting with 1000 mile operations at 11000 21000 31000 miles etc Change Powermatic Transmission Oil every 15000 miles Change Hydra Matic Transmiss...

Страница 4: ...ion Detroit 2 Michigan Reprinted with Permission of General Motors Corporation SUB JECT INDEX Driver s Operating Information Page Breaking in Period 3 Instruments and Controls 4 Prestarting Inspection...

Страница 5: ...Fig J Instruments and Controls Top 12 and 14 Ton Bottom J J 12 2 and 2 12 Ton...

Страница 6: ...ently during the first 500 miles and at the end of 500 miles drain the crankcase while hot and refill using the grade of oil recommended in Lubrication section To properly break in the moving parts of...

Страница 7: ...the steering wheel fig 3 Gasoline Gauge The electrically operated gasoline gauge is at the upper right side of the instrument cluster fig 3 It is wired through the ignition switch and therefore only...

Страница 8: ...pump is working but does not indicate the amount of oil in the crankcase A low reading is normal at idling speeds with a warm en gine and light oil however as the engine speed is increased the hand sh...

Страница 9: ...ed out to the first on position the instru ment lamps parking lamps and tail lamp are lighted When the switch is pulled out to the last position the headlamps replace the parking lamps A dual circuit...

Страница 10: ...y close the carburetor choke valve This restricts the air intake and produces a richer fuel mixture for starting while at the same time Fig 7 Choke Control opening the throttle by means of a fast idle...

Страница 11: ...en heated it automatically clicks out for use Starter Control A starter pedal is located near the center of the toe board to the right of the accelerator pedal on most truck models fig 9 Ignition key...

Страница 12: ...pped with 4 or Fig O Parking Brake 5 speed transmission the parking brake is applied by a hand type lever extending up through the floor With all other transmissions the parking brake is applied by a...

Страница 13: ...ranges or reverse These positions are marked on the top of the tower and are de scribed in further detail on pages 17 22 Cowl Ventilator Control Knobs Two knobs located below the Fig 13 Ash Tray Fig...

Страница 14: ...t resisting door locks which provide a means of locking the cab when the truck is to be left unattended and a means of locking it from the inside Thedoorlock cylinder is locatedin the push button in t...

Страница 15: ...mounted on the left side of cowl in a position so that the driver can get a clear vision along the left side of truck by looking at the mirror through the left door window Seat Adjuster The entire sea...

Страница 16: ...to the completely closed positions Fig 21 Hoocl Loclclng Plale and Pop up Spring Onlow cab forward models a similar cam type lock mecha nism is located at each front corner with only one having a safe...

Страница 17: ...wear rapidly and are subject to road damage 4 Rear window windshield headlights tail lamps and reflec tors should be cleaned to provide clear vision and good lights OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS E...

Страница 18: ...er drive ratio The other lever is the decIutching lever for engaging or disengaging the rearmost axle When the declutching lever is moved to the rear the gearshift lever will be moved out of the pulle...

Страница 19: ...vehicle is in motion conventional driving with over drive equipped vehicle may be obtained by pressing accelerator pedal to the floor and at the same time pulling overdrive con trol handle all the way...

Страница 20: ...to ON and place shift lever in THIRD speed Engage clutch gradually to start engine After the engine starts the overdrive control handle may be pushed in at any time OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS E...

Страница 21: ...RATOR PEDAL AT ANY TIME b On Forward Control models pull choke knob out part way or all the way depending on climatic conditions to provide an engine peed just above idle If the engine is warm or in s...

Страница 22: ...of brake will hold vehicle until motion is desired With the lever placed into any of the forward drive positions the vehicle will move forward when accelerator is depressed The shift events 1st to 2n...

Страница 23: ...rts Push or Tow Start If necessary to start engine by pushing or towing a short distance set automatic choke or operate hand choke on For ward Control models as described on page 18 then move lever to...

Страница 24: ...uto matically be made as truck speed increases or accelerator is released Shift can be made from 1 4 to 1 3 at any truck speed on dry roads or from 1 3 to 1 4 at fig 30 0pera ing in J 3 Range any time...

Страница 25: ...tra pulling power a rapid downshift is accomplished by pushing the ac celerator pedal through the detent resistance The trans mission will remain in the higher ratio in this range only as long as vehi...

Страница 26: ...ch time the vehicle is to stand any length of time the system must be drained at the lower right corner of the radiator and the left rear corner of the cylinder block also at the oil cooler rear pipe...

Страница 27: ...ion will pay dividends in the form of economy and convenience L Check the radiator regularly for sufficient coolant as the rate of evaporation is higher in hot weather 2 Make sure the fan belt is in g...

Страница 28: ...g of the engine Care The engine oil level should be checked each time fuel is purchased and oil added when necessary See Lubrication Section The engine should be inspected occasionally for oil and wat...

Страница 29: ...sary to provide a smooth idling mixture If the carburetor is in good condition the best idling mixture should be ob tained with the idling mixture screw between 2 and 1 turns open Fig 34 Updraft Carbu...

Страница 30: ...A E 50 oil in summer and a lighter grade in winter Reassemble the filter element to the cleaner being sure that the flange seats properly against the cleaner body Install the cover making sure that t...

Страница 31: ...ner is located in the fuel tank at the end of the pick up pipe Care The fuel pump should be checked regularly to make sure the mounting bolts cover to body bolts pulsator diaphragm cover screws and in...

Страница 32: ...er spark plugs to provide the spark in the combustion chamber and the necessary wiring fig 38 The battery is the source of current for the ig nition system when starting the engine or operating at idl...

Страница 33: ...truck engines is 019 with new points or 016 with used points Correct adjustment on the 322 cu in V 8 engine is 0175 with new points or 0125 with used points If necessary to adjust the points loosen th...

Страница 34: ...the octane selector scale 6 Cyl Enfline fig 40 loosen the clamp bolt and move the distributor as sembly toward advance or retard as desired and tighten the clamp bolt securely By adjusting the spark i...

Страница 35: ...olt securely 5 Reset engine idle speed to 450 R P M 6 Remove adapter or extra wires used with timing light make certain that spark plug wires are securely pushed into distributor cap towers and that s...

Страница 36: ...ic control results in maintaining the proper temperature of the incoming gases under all operating condi tions The tension of the thermostatic spring is very important When it is too tight the heat wi...

Страница 37: ...fully tuned Spark Plugs Remove clean and adjust page 33 Battery Check state of charge by testing specific gravity page 59 Battery Cables Clean and tighten cable terminals Distributor Clean and adjust...

Страница 38: ...d frequently If the coolant level is low water or anti freeze should be added All models are equipped with a pres sure type radiator cap NOTE The volume of solution in a Chevrolet cooling system expan...

Страница 39: ...advisable to reverse flush the system Thermostat A faulty thermostat may cause abnormally high or abnormally low engine temperature If the condition of the thermostat is questioned it can be removed...

Страница 40: ...finish may be softened and damaged by contact with alcohol solutions or vapors Alcohol accidentally spilled on the finish should be flushed off immediately with a large quantity of cold water without...

Страница 41: ...5 _240 See Page 96 for cooling system capacity A hot water heater adds about one quart to standard system capacity Other ethylene glycol anti freezes should be diluted in accordance with the instructi...

Страница 42: ...onnections cylinder head gasket and pump should be inspected regularly to insure that no leaks have developed The use of additional rust preventives or inhibitors is Fig 45 An i Freeze Tes er not reco...

Страница 43: ...r proper use of the clutch will contribute mate rially to the carefree service it will render Never drive with the foot resting on the clutch pedal as this causes constant wear on the clutch throwout...

Страница 44: ...of the transmission case The front end of the mainshaft is supported by two sets of needle pilot bearings in the hollow end of the clutch gear and the rear end is carried by a ball bearing mounted in...

Страница 45: ...speed transmission of heavier construction with greater torque capacity is standard equipment on the heavy duty 2lh ton trucks The countershaft is mounted on a straight roller bear ing at the front a...

Страница 46: ...reverse and a splitter planetary gear system makes two gear ratios available in each range Selection of the optimum ratio in each range for the vehicle speed and load demand is automatic See Driving...

Страница 47: ...t REAR AXLE Description Ton The ton rear axle is of the semi floating hypoid gear Hotchkiss drive type The rear universal joint rear yoke is splined and locked to the pinion shaft The hypoid drive pin...

Страница 48: ...case through eight teeth on four planetary pinions to guarantee long life in severe service The primary gears are of hypoid type with large tooth contact areas and great torque capacity The drive pin...

Страница 49: ...ly the reduction afforded by the pri mary drive gears determines mean rear wheel speed A positive quick acting two way vacuum system actuates the shift collar and sleeve The hand control is located on...

Страница 50: ...Rear Wheels and Bearings Description All models are equipped with demountable steel disc wheels They are held securely on the axle flange or hub flange with special bolts and nuts All models except th...

Страница 51: ...irculating ball type teering gear used on Chevrolet trucks is designed for easy steering and road stability The steering gear reduction is as follows 2 Ton L C F and Forward Control models 2 Z Ton L C...

Страница 52: ...luid at all times in order to function properly The main cylinder includes a res ervoir for a reserve supply of fluid This automatically keeps the system full of fluid as long as there is a reserve su...

Страница 53: ...er and remove filler plug 2 Connect hose from bleeder tank to main cylinder filler plug opening and open valves at both ends of hose NOTE Make sure fluid in tank is up to petcock above outlet and that...

Страница 54: ...eder valve and bleed until all air bubbles disappear Close bleeder valve 9 Connect bleeder tube to right front wheel cylinder open bleeder valve and bleed until all air bubbles disappear Close bleeder...

Страница 55: ...ustment 112 and 1 ton front and rear 1 and 2 ton front 1 Raise truck until wheels rotate freely 2 On 1 2 and 1 ton models only disconnect parking brake cables from parking brake cross shaft outer leve...

Страница 56: ...drum and then NOTE Moving outer end of adjusting tool toward center of wheel expands shoe 3 Turn front adjusting screw until a light dragging contact is felt on the brake drum and then back off 3 notc...

Страница 57: ...then turn up anehor screw B fig 56 until there is 010 015 clear ance between lining and drum 2 Draw up adjusting bolt C until there is 020 clearance between drum and lower end of band Tighten lock nu...

Страница 58: ...and lY16 on other models except For ward Control sists of three operating units L _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ l built into one assembly Fig 59 Hydrovac namely the control valve assembly the vacuum power c...

Страница 59: ...ckle and heavy shackle pins to attach the spring to shackle and hanger Some models use a two stage type rear spring to provide better riding qualities when lightly loaded and proper support for heavy...

Страница 60: ...ar the bat tery particularly the vent caps Before working around the bat FIg 60 Battery Mount ing tery ground the vehicle to reduce possibility of static spark Bat teries give oft highly combustible h...

Страница 61: ...iodically to make sure they remain tight Generating System Description The generating system consists of the generator voltage and current regulator ammeter and necessary wiring The ammeter indicates...

Страница 62: ...r minals external connections and wiring mounting belt and pulley should be checked The commutator and brush inspec tion can be made through the openings in the commutator end frame If the commutator...

Страница 63: ...t connector plug from sealed beam unit fig 64 and remove assembly fig 63 Unhoolcing Reraining Ring Spring fig 64 Disconneding Plug 4 While holding mounting ring lift retaining ring as shown in fig ure...

Страница 64: ...minates a fuse in the circuit When current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes rapidly reducing current sufficiently to protect wiring until the cause is eliminated A second circuit...

Страница 65: ...ard tire irons follow ing the same procedure employed in servicing tube type tires CAUTION A hammer or tools with sharp edges should never be used to demount or mount tubeless tires as damage to rim f...

Страница 66: ...ll tubeless tires except the 6 70 15 size will be mounted as follows 1 Inspect rim to insure bead seats are clean and smooth Then place ring on floor with wide side down and lubricate first bead of ti...

Страница 67: ...last 1f3 of each bead circle to be mounted will ease mounting 2 With tire beads still unseated rotate tire on wheel so that balance mark on tire lines up with the valve stem 3 Start tire beads into th...

Страница 68: ...h types are currently available from the tire manufacturers and are merchandised in kits which also contain the necessary hand tools and other material for a complete tire repair job The recommended p...

Страница 69: ...re sealing gun fill injury with liquid rubber by holding gun tip firmly against puncture and forcing sealant through to opposite side of tire fig 74 2 Using a tubeless tire awl fill injury with rubber...

Страница 70: ...cement over buffed area and allow to dry for a minimum of five min utes NOTE This time factor is im portant b Remove foil backing from patch base and place patch over in Fig 77 jury Stitch down firml...

Страница 71: ...oduce longer tire life Without rotation accel erated and irregular tire wear on any particular tire will not be spread out over the entire set and replacement fre quency is boosted No definite tire ro...

Страница 72: ...irregular or rapid wear and reduction of skid resistance Valve Caps should always be installed and tightened firmly to prevent dust and water entering and damaging valve seats The caps also act as an...

Страница 73: ...the engine during the breaking in period Light oils assist in better breaking in of the engine as they assure ease of starting prompt flow of a sufficient quan tity of oil to the bearings less frictio...

Страница 74: ...represent heavier body oils are recommended for use during warm or hot weather to provide improved oil economy and adequate lubrication under high operating temperatures Oils are available which are d...

Страница 75: ...and replacing with fresh oil every 2000 3000 miles is recommended Under the driving conditions described in the following paragraphs it may become necessary to drain the crankcase oil more frequently...

Страница 76: ...tion is that of crankcase dilution which is the thinning of the oil by fuel vapors leaking by the pistons and rings and mixing with the oil Leakage of fuel or fuel vapors into the oil pan mostly occu...

Страница 77: ...A slight amount of exhaust gases pass the pistons and rings even under the most favorable conditions and cause the forma tion of water in the oil pan in a greater or lesser degree until the engine be...

Страница 78: ...ner Starting Motor Starting Motor end frames are equipped with oil less bear ings which do not require lubricant Generator Every 1 000 miles fill oil cup at each end to the top with a light oil or eng...

Страница 79: ...These lubricants are known as Multi Purpose Gear Lubricants Multi Purpose Gear Lubricants may be used in conven tional truck transmissions steering gears and in universal joints requiring a fluid lubr...

Страница 80: ...led as described herein CHECKING HYDRA MATIC FLUID Check transmission fluid level with transmission at normal operating temperature Otherwise the engine and transmission must be warmed to operating te...

Страница 81: ...ained Drain oil imme diately after operation while fluid is still warm Do not flush transmission after draining 1 Turn flywheel until torus cover plug is at lowest point fig 81 Drain Plugs on Transmis...

Страница 82: ...prevent dirt from entering filler tube when checking fluid level Add fluid only when level reaches L mark 1 qt low on the indicator 3 With engine operating at normal idle add sufficient Automatic Tra...

Страница 83: ...is attained then recheck fluid level to full mark on indicator UNIVERSAL JOINT CAUTION Under no consideration should any of the soap type lubricants such as chassis lubricants fibrous universal joint...

Страница 84: ...into the brake drum and linings In mounting the front hubs great care must be taken not to damage seals and to properly adjust bearings see page 49 REAR WHEEL BEARINGS The rear wheel bearings receive...

Страница 85: ...r each six month period especially prior to the start of cold weather Conventional Steering Gear The steering gear is filled at the factory with an all season gear lubricant Seasonal change of this lu...

Страница 86: ...he factory and should not require periodic servicing However if effort required to manipulate any of these controls becomes noticeably greater contact points between rods idlers bell cranks and suppor...

Страница 87: ...side 1000 mile 10 Air Cleaner see page 27 2000 mile 11 Throttle Bell Crank 1000 mile 12 Brake and Clutch Pedals see page 84 1000 mile 13 Transmission see pages 77 81 14 Universal Joint 1 each see page...

Страница 88: ...N I 0 00 t t l n 17 CL 17 18 16 o LUBRICATE EVERY 1000 MILES 15 15 14 12 11 10 9 7 6 5 4 3 9 5 4 3 a LUBRICATE EVERY 2000 MILES oLUBRICATE EVERY 10 000 MILES...

Страница 89: ...mile 13 Transmission see pages 77 81 14 Universal Joint 1 each see page 82 1000 mile 15 Rear Spring Bolt 1 each side 1000 mile 16 Rear Axle see page 77 17 Rear Spring Shackle 2 each side 1000 mile 18...

Страница 90: ...CID Co I i g J a 36 I 18 o LUBRICATE EVERY 1000 MILES 14 12 11 o LUBRlCATE EVERY 2000 MILES 7 6 4 3 oLUBRICATE EVERY 10 000 MILES...

Страница 91: ...Front Spring Bolt 1 each side 1000 mile 10 Air Cleaner see page 27 2000 mile 11 Throttle Bell Crank 1000 mile 12 Brake and Clutch Pedals see page 84 1000 mile 13 Transmission see pages 77 81 14 Univer...

Страница 92: ...17 15 4 a a I 0 P C Ir Q a Q Q 17 16 15 14 13 19 9 8 5 o LUBRICATE EVERY 1000 MILES a LUBRICATE EVERY 2000 MILES o LUBRICATE EVERY 10 000 MILES...

Страница 93: ...27 2000 mile 11 Throttle Bell Crank 1000 mile 12 Brake and Clutch Pedals see page 84 1000 mile 13 Transmission see page 77 14 Universal Joint 1 each see page 82 1000 mile 15 Rear Spring Bolt 1 each si...

Страница 94: ...cpo a lit I Q Q 0 c Ir Q 1 1 Q 17 CL 17 16 15 CL 15 o LUBRICATE EVERY 1000 MilES 18 19 12 11 10 9 7 6 4 3 oLUBRICATE EVERY 2000 MILES o LUBRICATE EVERY 10 000 MILES...

Страница 95: ...0 mile 10 Air Cleaner see page 27 2000 mile 11 Throttle Bell Crank 1000 mile 12 Brake and Clutch Pedals see page 84 1000 mile 13 Transmissions see page 77 14 Universal Joint 1 each see page 81 1000 mi...

Страница 96: ...11 10 12 4 3 5 P CD 0 I n C til C D o t Q 17 16 15 14 13 8 4 oLUBRICATE EVERY 1000 MILES oLUBRICATE EVERY 2000 MILES oLUBRICATE EVERY 10 000 MILES...

Страница 97: ...8 pt Cooling System Powermatic Total 16 qt Refill 11 qt and l Ton 17 qt Gasoline Tank 1 and 2 Ton 18 qt I Ton Except 2 Ton 23 qt Cabs 17 gal Heavy Duty 2 Ton 21 qt 1 2 Ton Except Cabs 18 gal Cab Model...

Страница 98: ...R P O 7 20 to 1 Low 8 87 to 1 ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS Spark plug gap 035 B k t I d 265 V 8 E f 019 new lever rea er pom gap cy an cu m ngmes 1 016 used lever 322 V 8 E 0175 new lever cu m ngme 1 01...

Страница 99: ...tion shall disclose to its satis faction to have been thus defective this warranty being ex pressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied and all other obligations or liabilities on its...

Страница 100: ...3 Installation of Part Fu rnished fInder Jr arranty Parts sup plied under the manufacturer s warran ty scc Owner s Mall u l will he ins talleJ hy any Chevrolet dealer in the Uni ted States or Canada...

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