Starting The Engine
Before starting the engine be sure the gearshift lever is in neutral position. Depress the accelerator to the toeboard once only and then immediately release it. This permits the automatic choke to come into full operation. This operation is essential to easy starting. Turn the ignition key to the right. Then depress the clutch pedal to the toeboard to operate the starter.
If engine should not start after a few revolutions, completely depress accelerator and, holding it in this position, operate starter.
Starting a Hot Engine It is easier to start a hot engine if the accelerator is held approximately halfway to the floorboard until the engine starts. Release the accelerator as soon as the engine starts.
Warming Up the Engine A gasoline engine performs best when it reaches an operating temperature of approximately 170° F. (76,7° C.). This is the normal range indicated by the rectangular mark on the face of the heat indicator. In cold weather the engine temperature should be raised by allowing the engine to idle slowly before driving the car.
Do not drive the car until oil pressure registers on the gage. If it registers above 40 lbs. (2,8 kgs.), drive slowly until pressure returns to normal, or approximately 40 lbs. (2,8 kgs.).
After starting, the high idle system may cause the engine to “race”. If so, depress and immediately release the accelerator.