M. Disconnect battery(s) ground cable. This will
MAINTENANCE
prevent accidental starting, or shorting of the electrical
enamel film, thus exposing the pigment to ultra-violet
system.
attack which accelerates chalking and dulling of the
paint.
N. To prevent fading of the interior trim when the
vehicle is exposed to the ultraviolet rays of the sun,
C. Carefully check the paint and touch up all
spray or apply a coating of Bon-Ami or similar substance
exposed primed or raw metal surfaces to prevent rust.
on the inside of the windshield and windows.
D. Clean and wax all chrome and stainless steel
3. ONCE A MONTH STORAGE SERVICE AFTER
metal parts with a thick coat of custom auto wax to
FOUR MONTHS.
prevent discoloration from the elements. NOTE: After
each washing be sure that the chrome and bright metal
A. Remove vertical exhaust stack covers.
parts are rewaxed as necessary.
B. Connect battery(s) ground cable.
2. FOURTH MONTH STORAGE SERVICE
The operations defined below should be performed
C. Start engine and operate at fast idle until normal
on all new vehicles which have been in storage four
engine operating temperature is reached.
months.
D. Operate air conditioner (if equipped) for a few
Operations To Be Performed
moments.
A. Start engine and operate at fast idle until normal
E. IMPORTANT:
Where vehicles are stored
engine operating temperature is reached.
outside, particularly along coastal areas, paint and bright
metal deterioration will be more rapid due to prevailing
B. Operate air conditioner (if equipped) for a few
salt water atmosphere and high humidity. For this
moments.
reason it may be necessary to wash the vehicle and wax
the chrome and stainless steel metal parts once a
month. This operation must be determined by the
C. Rinse wash vehicle.
branch or dealer.
D. Touch up any paint damage.
F. Check tire pressure visually.
E. Clean and wax bright metal.
G. Engage and disengage clutch and parking
brake.
F. Check battery water level and specific gravity.
NOTE: If gravity is under 1.225, recharge battery.
H. Disconnect battery(s) ground cable. This will
prevent accidental starting or shorting of the electrical
G. Check radiator coolant level. Also check coolant
system.
for adequate freeze protection.
H. Install fuel tank rust inhibitor kit No. 285 037
I. Install vertical exhaust stack covers.
C91 (steel tanks only).
I. Check to assure all tires are inflated (visually).
J. Drive vehicle to parking area. Refer to parking
area Cautions outlined under General Instructions.
K. Drain air brake reservoir(s), then close drain
cock.
L. Cover end of vertical exhaust stacks.
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