FORWARD

This book contains information necessary to the proper care and operation of the Ford car or truck. For your convenience we have combined suggestions for the operation of the car as well as for the avoidance of most of the more common abuses in one article under the heading “The Owner’s Responsibilities”. Read it carefully; attention to the suggestions offered will go far to increase your enjoyment and satisfaction with the car.
Complete driving instructions are covered in depth.
To insure uninterrupted service, it is recommended that you have your lubrication and maintenance work done by an authorized Ford dealer; however, for the owners who are unable to take their car to an authorized Ford dealership for lubrication and maintenance service, instructions have been combined in one article, which will lessen the possibility of any points being overlooked.
The various units of the car are explained in detail.
When repairs or replacements are necessary, it is important that you use genuine Ford parts and have the work performed by competent mechanics. Expert workmanship is just as essential in the servicing of your car as it is in building it. Factory trained mechanics are employed by authorized Ford dealers and only genuine parts are used.

Specifications and License Data

Engine:
Type of Engine . ………. …. 4 cylinder
Cylinder Bore ……………. 3½ inches
Stroke …. ………. … . … .. 4¼ inches
Horsepower (S.A.E. rating) …….. 24.03

Transmission: ……….
Car-synchronized selective sliding type with helical constant mesh gears in second speed. Three speeds forward, and reverse.
Truck-four speeds forward and reverse.

Clutch: ……….
Single plate dry disc.

Brakes: ……….
Car-four wheel, internal expanding brakes operated by the foot brake pedal and the hand brake lever. Total braking surface 186 square inches.
Truck-total braking surface 475 square inches.

Steering Gear: ……….
¾ irreversible-hour glass worm and sector type.
Ratio-car-13 to 1.
Ratio-truck-17 to 1.

Oiling System: ……….
Engine lubricated by positive displacement gear pump direct to crankshaft main and all camshaft bearings, by splash to balance of engine. Oil pan capacity 5 quarts.

Cooling System: ……….
Thermo-syphon, pump accelerated.
Capacity-car-12 quarts.
Capacity- truck-13 quarts.

Fuel System: ……….
Capacity-car-14 gallons.
Capacity- truck-17 gallons.

Rear Axle: ……….
¾ floating type with torque tube drive.
Ratio car 4.11 to 1.
Ratio-truck-5.14 to 1 (optional 6.6 to 1).

Wheel Base: ……….
Car . …………………… 106 inches.
Truck. … .. …… . 131½ and 157 inches.

Turning Circle: ……….
Car ………. . ………. . .. .. . . 39 feet.
Truck. …………. .46 feet and 57 feet

Tread : ……….56 inches.

Road Clearance: ………. 9 inches.

Engine Number: ………. The engine number is also the serial number of the car. The number is stamped on the top of the flywheel housing on left side just above the starting motor.

The Owner’s Responsibilities

The Ford four cylinder cars and trucks have been designed and built so that they will furnish a safe, comfortable, carefree and economical means of transportation for many thousands of miles. However, no amount of engineering ingenuity or care in the manufacture can take the place of reasonable care and an avoidance of malpractices by the driver.

In addition to familiarizing yourself with the controls familiarity with the points requiring periodic attention to maintain their efficiency is essential. These points are completely covered in this document.

It is recommended that when these services are required you take the car to an authorized FORD dealer.

The following suggestions are offered to assist you in the operation of the car:

When shifting gears, move the gear shift lever as far as it will go; this will hold wear of the gears to a minimum.

A void driving with your foot resting on the clutch pedal as this may cause the clutch to slip, causing premature wear of the facings and the clutch release bearing.

The cooling system should be protected from freezing in winter by the use of an anti-freeze.

Do not use boots in the tires on the front wheels. They destroy their balance and are a constant menace to your safety when the car is operated at the higher speeds.

Neglect of the body or the mechanical parts of the car will shorten their life and accelerate the rate of depreciation in the value of the car.

The shock absorbers on the car contribute to safety as well as comfort and should be occasionally checked and the fluid replenished.

Strong door, steering and ignition locks are provided. Lock the car when par king.

Always keep sufficient oil in the crankcase of the engine.

Maintain the recommended pressure in the tires not only to reduce tire wear and save fuel, but as a safety measure to improve braking and steering.

When driving with the windshield open, tighten the knurled nut on BOTH sides of the windshield. Driving with only one side of the windshield fastened subjects the glass to severe strains.

In zero weather the running of the motor for approximately one minute before turning on the lights will reduce the possibility of their burning out while the generator charging rate is adjusting itself to the high resistance offered by the cold battery.

Periodic chassis lubrication is an economical preventive of premature wear of the mechanical parts. The finish of the body and fenders should be protected from the elements by a suitable body polish. The twice yearly application of Lincoln polishing wax will provide excellent protection, preserving the original luster and beauty.

A new machine requires more careful attention during the first few days it is being driven than after the parts have been thoroughly “worked in.” To obtain best results, a new car should not be driven faster than 35 miles per hour for the first 500 miles. A new truck should not be driven faster than 20 miles per hour for the first 250 miles.