The parking brake lever operates independently of the hydraulic brake system, applying brake pressure to the rear wheels only. To set the parking brake, depress brake pedal and pull back on parking brake handle. To release the parking brake, depress brake pedal, pull back slightly on the handle, press the release button with the thumb, and let the handle move forward.
Windshield Wiper Control The windshield wiper control knob, located at the top center of the instrument board, must be turned clockwise to operate the wiper blades.
Windshield Washer The Studebaker AC-2047 safety windshield washer is equipped with a control button mounted on the dash just above and to the left of the clutch pedal pad. To operate, exert a slight foot pressure on the button, which will eject water to right and left Windshields. An antifreeze and wetting agent is available from your dealer for injection into the water supply jar.
Windshield Washers are available at extra cost.
Seat Cushion Auxiliary Springs To vary the front or rear seat cushion resiliency for the driver or passengers, Select-O-Seat cushion springs are available as an accessory.
RUN-IN PERIOD
The First 1000 Miles (1609 km.)
It is desirable to limit driving speeds during the first 1000 miles (1609 km.) of operation in order that the closely fitted parts of the engine and chassis may have an opportunity to “wear in” smoothly.
For the first 500 miles (805 km.) it is recommended that you do not drive your car at speeds in excess of 50 miles (80,5 km.) per hour. For the second 500 miles (805 km.) it is recommended that you do not drive your car at speeds in excess of 60 miles (96,6 km.) per hour.
While it is always better to let your engine warm up at lower speeds, you should, by all means, follow such a practice during the first 1000 miles (1609 km.) of operation.