Cooling System
It is good practice to drain, flush and refill the cooling system occasionally. If freezing temperatures are encountered in your community, anti-freeze solution will be necessary during the winter months.
Chassis Lubrication
This book contains detailed information covering lubrication of all units. Spring shackles and steering connections equipped with pressure fittings should be lubricated every 1000 miles. Your Essex dealer will arrange to completely lubricate your car at regular intervals at small cost.
Spring Clips
The nuts on the clips holding springs to axles, front and rear, should be tightened every 5000 miles.
Front Wheel Alignment
The front wheels should have a toe-in of from 0" to a maximum of 1/8" (3.2 mm.) for 5.25 tires and 1/4" (6.4 mm.) for 6.00 tires. Have your dealer check the alignment occasionally and adjust if necessary.
Shock Absorbers
Shock Absorbers—Monroe. Have dealer fill with Monroe Cushion Oil every 2000 to 5000 miles.