GENERAL UPKEEP
REGULAR INSPECTION
Every
250
miles
(400
km.)
the oil level should be checked when the engine
is cold, and topped up if necessary. Withdraw dipstick
((F)
Fig.
3)
and wipe
clean, then insert and push fully home before withdrawing for reading.
Should the level be at the lower mark on the dipstick,
4
pints
(2.2
litres) of
oil
will
be required for topping up. The regular addition of oil not only
maintains the correct level, but also tends to keep up the quality of the
lubricant. Replenishment is via the cap
(D)
which does
NOT
require
unscrewing but may be lifted straight off.
Weekly,
Check
:
The water level in the radiator and if necessary replenish.
Use
clean rain water and keep the neck of the filler at least half full of
water.
Re-check after the engine has been warmed. The use of
hard water results in a deposit on the inner side of the cooling
surfaces, thus reducing efficiency.
Tyre pressures. The correct pressures are given on page
21.
It
is
usually a good plan to have the spare tyre inflated to a slightly higher
pressure than that recommended, as it is a simple matter to reduce
the pressure should the tyre be required for use.
The acid level in the battery at
(A)
and maintain
it
so that it is
just
level
with the top of the separators.
Overfilling may cause
the acid to spill and subsequently attack the surrounding
metal panels.
Use only distilled water when replenishing
(obtainable from the local chemist or garage).
Keep the filler plugs
screwed tight to prevent leakage of acid. Do not
overfill or the
acid
may splash out and do damage, and never use a naked light when
checking the acid level.
Fig.
3.
View
under
bonnet.
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