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Studebaker 1950 Commander User Manual

Studebaker 1950 Commander
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Studebaker 1950 Commander Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandStudebaker
Model1950 Commander
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Dealer Service Policy

Studebaker Factory Warranty

Instruments and Controls Overview

Ignition and Starter Operation

How to operate the ignition switch and starter button for engine start-up.

Hood Lock Operation

Lighting Controls

Interior and Compartment Features

Front Seat Adjustment

How to adjust the front seat forward/backward and its basic positions.

Driving Controls and Operation

Clutch Pedal Operation

How the clutch pedal disengages the clutch and operates the starter button.

Steering Post Gearshift Operation

Operation of the steering post gearshift for forward and reverse speeds.

Braking and Wiper Systems

Brake Controls and Parking Brake

How brake pressure is applied and how the parking brake lever works.

Run-In Period for New Motors

Engine Oil During Run-In

Recommendations for engine oil changes and level checks during the run-in period.

Operating the Car: Starting and Warm-up

Engine Starting Procedures

Procedures for starting the engine, including hot engine starts.

Carbon Monoxide Safety Warning

Warning about the dangers of carbon monoxide and safe operating practices.

Starting and Shifting Gears

Shifting the Gears: Getting Started

Step-by-step guide to shifting gears for starting and changing speeds.

Advanced Shifting and Overdrive

Gear Shifting Procedures

Guidance on shifting to high gear, reverse, and general shifting tips.

Transmission Overdrive Operation

How the automatic overdrive engages and disengages based on accelerator input.

Overdrive Engagement and Locking

Automatic Hill Holder System

Studebaker Climatizer and Defroster

Climatizer Operation

Instructions for operating the Climatizer for heating and ventilation.

Convertible Top Operation

Lubrication and Periodic Inspections

Engine Oil Viscosity Recommendations

How to Change a Tire

Preparation and Tool Setup

Setting parking brake, opening compartment, removing spare and tools.

Jacking the Car and Removing Nuts

Placing the jack, jacking up the car, and removing lug nuts.

Lowering the Car and Storing Tools

Safely lowering the car and properly storing tools and the spare.

Maintenance and Care of Car

Storage Battery Maintenance and Charging Precautions

Battery maintenance checks and critical safety precautions during charging.

Minimizing Oil Dilution and Sludge

Gasoline Economy and Tire Care

Tire Inflation and Care

Recommended tire pressures and care, including criss-crossing.

Cooling System and Car Finish Care

Service and Adjustments

Engine Tune-Up Operations

Recommended operations for a standard engine tune-up.

Specific Adjustments and Service

Minimum Seasonal Services

Fall Service Recommendations

List of essential checks and services recommended for the fall season.

Spring Service Recommendations

List of essential checks and services recommended for the spring season.

Technical Reference Data

Battery, Brakes, Clutch, and Lamp Specifications

Tire Pressures and Fluid Capacities

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