Hudson Terraplane 1950, Pacemaker 500, Super Six 501, Commodore Six 502, Super Eight 503 Owner's Manual

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Welcome

Your selection of a new Hudson Motor car is gratifying to us and we are happy to welcome you to the ever growing family of Hudson owners.

We share in your pride of ownership and are sure you will derive the many miles of enjoyable service to which you looked forward when purchasing it.

Your new Hudson has been carefully engineered and built and naturally, you will want to keep it trouble free and protect the investment in your purchase to the utmost.

With this thought in mind, we have prepared this Owner's Manual which contains comprehensive information to assist in giving this fine piece of mechanism the care and attention it deserves. In its pages you will find many suggestions to acquaint you with its construction, operating features and maintenance requirements.

Take a few minutes to study this manual at your early convenience. It contains a wealth of information—just the things you will want to know. Then place it in the locker box where it will be available for future reference.

HUDSON MOTOR CAR COMPANY

Service Department

WARRANTY

"We warrant each new car manufactured by us to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service, our obligation under this warranty being limited to making good at our factory any part or parts thereof, including all equipment or trade accessories ( except tires) supplied by the Car Manufacturer, which shall, within ninety (90) days after making delivery of such vehicle to the original purchaser, or before such vehicle has been driven 4,000 miles, whichever event shall first occur, be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid, and which our examination shall disclose to our satisfaction to have been thus defective ; this warranty being expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, and of all other obligations or liabilities on our part, and we neither assume nor authorize any other person to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale of our vehicles.

"This warranty shall not apply to any vehicle which shall have been repaired or altered by other than an Authorized Hudson Dealer in any way so as, in the judgment of the Manufacturer, to affect its stability or reliability, nor which has been subject to misuse, negligence or accident."

HUDSON MOTOR CAR COMPANY

Detroit, Michigan, U.S, A.

The Hudson Motor Car Company reserves the right to make any changes in or improvements on its products without incurring any liability or obligation whatever, and without being required to make any corresponding changes or improvements on products theretofore manufactured or sold

OWNER'S SERVICE POLICY

When you purchased your new Hudson, the Distributor or Dealer from whom you bought the car presented you with your Hudson Owner's Service Policy. We cannot too greatly impress you with the need for reading it fully and becoming acquainted with its provisions.

This policy includes two coupons which entitles you to the 1000 and 2000

Mile Inspections without charge and outlines our obligations as Manufacturer as well as those of the Car Dealer and the Owner. It also contains other pertinent information regarding the new car inspections and fully explains the provisions of the new car warranty concerning the replacement of parts.

A full knowledge of its contents will preclude the possibility of misunderstandings should it be necessary to consult your own or some other Hudson Dealer in regard to the provisions outlined.

AUTHORIZED

Your Authorized Hudson Dealer is the logical place to visit for the best available service on your

new Hudson car. It is to his best interests to keep your car in good operating condition at the lowest

possible cost.

In event the need for service arises when touring or away from home, look for the Authorized

Hudson Dealer service sign illustrated above. The Hudson Dealer displaying this sign is your

assurance of the same efficient, friendly service you receive at home. It is your further assurance

that his Service Department handles genuine Hudson parts, uses factory approved methods and

HUDSON SERVICE

STATIONS

tools and employs capable and courteous mechanics.

FIRST THINGS TO DO

When your new Hudson is delivered to you, make sure that:

1. Owner's Service Policy has been properly filled in and its provisions fully explained to you.

2. Identification Card is completely filled in on both sides and key numbers recorded.

3. Radio Warranty Registration Card is filled in and attached to radio.

4. Battery is properly registered with a National Battery Dealer.

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INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT SERVICE

Your Hudson Owner's Service Policy entitles you to inspection and adjustment service, which will be performed by the Hudson Dealer who sold the car, without charge, except for supplies and lubricants used. These inspections will be made at the expiration of l,000 miles and again after 2,000 miles of driving.

If these services become due while you are touring or away from home, they may be performed by any authorized Hudson Dealer, who will make a charge of not more than $5.00 for either inspection. The dealer who made the inspection will furnish you with a receipted bill and sign the inspection coupons attached to your

Warranty, which should then be presented to the dealer (who sold the car). on your return. Your dealer will then credit your account in the above amount for each inspection performed. We suggest that you carefully read the provisions of the Owner's Service Policy so that you will fully understand this procedure.

The inspection and adjustment service consists of the following:

1,000 Mile Inspection

1. Hand and Foot Brake Operation.

2. Operation of All Locks.

3. Signals and Instruments.

4. Clutch Pedal Clearance.

5. Change Clutch Oil.

6. Battery and Connections.

7. Check Oil Level, Motor, Transmi sion and Rear Axle.

8. Check Flywheel Timing.

2,000 Mile Inspection

1. Hand and Foot Brake Operation.

2. Signals and Instruments.

3. Operation of All Lights.

4. Operation of Windshield Wipers.

5. Battery and Connections.

6. Check Oil Level, Engine, Transmis

- sion and Rear Axle.

7. Check Generator Charging Rate.

8. Cooling System and Connections

9. Adjust Carburetor Idle.

10. Tighten Cylinder Head Stud Nuts.

11. Cooling System and Coolant.

12. Check Tightness of Rear Wheel Hubs.

13. Wheel Hub Bolts.

14. Rear Spring Mounting Clips.

15. Road Test.

9. Adjust Tappets—Engine Hot.

10. Clean and Regap Spark Plugs.

11. Clean and Adjust Distributor Points .

12. Check Timing at Flywheel.

13. Adjust Carburetor Idle.

14. Check Tightness of Wheel Hub Bolts.

15. Check Operation of Super-Matic Drive, Drive-Master and Overdrive.

16. Tighten Manifold Stud Nuts

17. Road Test Car

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MODEL DESIGNATIONS AND SERIAL NUMBERS

The new Hudson models are produced in the Pacemaker, Super and Com-

modore Series and are designated as follows:

Hudson Pacemaker Series...............................................Model 500

Hudson Super Six Series ................................................Model 501

Hudson Commodore Six Series ......................................Model 502

Hudson Super Eight Series.................................................Model 503

Hudson Commodore Eight Series.....................................Model 504

LICENSE INFORMATION

HUDSON PACEMAKER SERIES— MODEL 501

A.M.A..

H.P. Rating Weight

Pounds

30.4

28.8

Body Types

Brougham 4 Door Sedan Business Coupe Club Coupe Conv. Brougham.

Brougham 4 Door Sedan Club Coupe Conv. Brougham

4 Door Sedan Club Coupe Conv. Brougham

Brougham 4 Door Sedan Club Coupe

Wheel-

base

119" 119" 119" 119" 119"

HUDSON SUPER SIX MODEL—SERIES 501

124" 124" 124" 124"

HUDSON COMMODORE SIX MODEL—SERIES 502

124" 124" 124"

HUDSON SUPER EIGHT MODEL—SERIES 503

124" 124" 124"

HUDSON COMMODORE EIGHT MODEL—SERIES 504

Starting

Serial No.

500101

and up

501101

and up

502101

and up

503101

and up

No. of

Cyls. Bore Stroke

3-9/16"

8 8 8

3" 3" 3"

3-7/8" 3-7/8" 3-7/8" 3-7/8" 3-7/8"

4-3/8" 3-9/16" 3-9/16" 3-9/16"

3-9/16" 3-9/16" 3-9/16"

4-1/2"

4 Door Sedan Club Coupe Conv. Brougham

124" 124" 124"

504101

and up

8 8 8

3" 3" 3"

4-1/2"

28.8

The car serial number which is also the engine number, is stamped on a metal plate attached to the right front door hinge pillar post. In the car numbering system, the first three digits of the serial number indicate the series and model, while the remaining digits represent the actual car number. As the cars leave the production line, they are numbered in consecutive order, regardless of series or model. As an example, the car built after 500999 would be numbered 5011000, 5021000, 5031000 or 5041000 instead of 502000.

The engine number is stamped on the top of the cylinder between Nos. 1 and 2 exhaust manifold flanges on eight cylinder engines and on the right side of the cylinder at the upper front end, stamped vertically, on six cylinder engines.

NOTE: Do not confuse engine number with casting or other numbers appearing at different locations on the engine. Be sure this number corresponds with the one shown on your Owner Policy and Identification Card.

A code letter or letters indicating the car paint color option is stamped on the upper hinge of the right front door.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

ENGINE

Series and Model

Arrangement Bore and Stroke Piston Displacement Horsepower—Taxable Actual

Compression Ratio—Std Optional Engine Mounting Camshaft Drive Camshaft Bearings Crankshaft—Type Canshaft Bearings Connecting Rods Length—Center to Center Lower End Bearing Material Upper End Bearing— Diameter and Length Pistons—Type Material Clearance Piston Pin— Type and Length Diameter Piston Rings—Material

Compression Rings Oil Rings Gap Clearance—All Rings Valves— Intake— Head Outside Diameter Lift Operating Clearance—Hot Exhaust— Head Outside Diameter Lift Operating Clearance—Hot Lubricating Method Pump Type

Oil Capacity—Qts. Oil Capacity—Qts.

Pacemaker Six

—Model 500

L Head 3-9/16" x 3-7/8" 232 Cu. In.

30.4 112 at 4200 R.P.M. 6-7:l

7.2 : 1 3-Rubber Morse Chain 4-Steel—Babbitt Compensated 4-Steel—Babbitt

8-1/8" Replaceable Steel—Babbitt Steel—Babbitt 3-1/32" x l-l/8" Cam Ground Aluminum Alloy .0015" to .002" .

Floating 2-15/16" 31/32" 4—Cast Iron, Pinned 2 2—l below pin

.007" to .012"

1-53/64" 11/32" .008"

1-9/16" 11/32" .010" Pressure Rotor

7-1/2—Dry 7—Refill

CLUTCH

Super Six and

Commodore Six

—Models 501, 502

L Head 3-9/16" x 4-3/8" 262 Cu. In.

30.4 123 at 4000 R.P.M. 6-7:l

7.2:1 3-Rubber Morse Chain 4-Steel—Babbitt Compensated 4-Steel—Babbitt

8-1/8" Replaceable Steel—Babbitt Steel—Babbitt 3-1/32" x l-l/8" Cam Ground Aluminum Alloy .0015" to .002" .

Floating 2-15/16" 31/32" 4—Cast Iron, Pinned 2 2—l below pin

.007" to .012"

1-53/64" 11/32" .008"

1-9/16" 11/32" .010" Pressure Rotor

7-1/2—Dry 7—Refill

Super Eight and

Commodore Eight

—Models 503, 504

L Head 3" x 4-1/2" 254 Cu. In.

28.8 128 at 4200 R.P.M. 6-7:l

7.2:1 3-Rubber Morse Chain 5-Steel—Babbitt Compensated 5-Bronze—Babbitt

8-3/16" Integral Steel—Babbitt Bronze 3/4" x 29/32" Cam Ground Aluminum Alloy .0015" to .002" .

Floating 2-7/16" 3/4" 4—Cast Iron, Pinned 2 2—l below pin

.004" to .009"

1-1/2" 11/32" .006"

1-3/8" 11/32" .008" Duo-Flow Oscillating Plunger 8—Dry 7—Refill

Type—Oil Cushioned

Pilot Bearing Throw-out Bearing Pedal Lash Clutch Lubricant

9"—Single Plate 10" with Super Matic Drive or Drive-Master Ball Ball l-l/2" 1/3 Pint Hudsonite

10"—Single Plate

Ball Ball l-l/2" 1/3 Pint Hudsonite

10"—Single Plate

Ball Ball l-l/2" 1/3 Pint Hudsonite

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TRANSMISSION

Series and Model

Pacemaker Six —Model 500

Super Six and Commodore Six —Models 501, 502

Super Eight and Commodore Eight —Models 503, 504

Type Speeds Gear Type Gear Ratio—Low Second High Reverse Lubrication—Summer Winter Capacity—Without Overdrive With Super-Matic Drive or Overdrive

No. of Universals— Front Shaft Rear Shaft Center Bearing Bearing Lubrication Spline Lubrication Universal Lubrication

Type Gear and Pinion Ratios Pinion Bearings Adjustment Differential Bearings Adjustment Rear Wheel Bearings Adjustment Gear and Pinion Back Lash Lubricant

Capacity

Type Camber Caster Toe-In Pivot Pin Inclination Wheel Bearings

Synchro-Mesh 3 Fwd., 1 Rev. All Helical

2.88: 1 l.82:1 1:l

3.5 : 1 90 E.P. Mild 80 E.P. Mild

2 Pints

3-l/4 Pints

PROPELLER SHAFT

1 2 Annular Ball Prelubricated Pressure Fitting Pressure Fitting

REAR AXLE

Semi-Floating Hypoid

4.l, 4.55, 3.82 Taper Roller Shim Taper Roller Adjusting Nuts Taper Roller Shim .004" to .006" S.A.E. 90 Multi Purpose Gear Lube 3-l/2 Pints

FRONT SUSPENSION

Coil Spring 1/2 to l-l/2 deg. 1/2 to l-1/2 deg. 0 to 1/16" 3 deg. 36 min. A Taper Roller

REAR SPRINGS

Synchro-Mesh 3 Fwd., 1 Rev. All Helical

2.88: 1 l.82:1 1:l

3.5 : 1 90 E.P. Mild 80 E.P. Mild

2 Pints

3-l/4 Pints

1 2 Annular Ball Prelubricated Pressure Fitting Pressure Fitting

Semi-Floating Hypoid

4.l, 4.55, 3.82 Taper Roller Shim Taper Roller Adjusting Nuts Taper Roller Shim .004" to .006" S.A.E. 90 Multi Purpose Gear Lube 3-l/2 Pints

Coil Spring 1/2 to l-l/2 deg. 1/2 to l-1/2 deg. 0 to 1/16" 3 deg. 36 min. A Taper Roller

Synchro-Mesh 3 Fwd., 1 Rev. All Helical

2.88: 1 l.82:1 1:l

3.5 : 1 90 E.P. Mild 80 E.P. Mild

2 Pints

3-l/4 Pints

1 2 Annular Ball Prelubricated Pressure Fitting Pressure Fitting

Semi-Floating Hypoid

4.l, 4.55, 3.82 Taper Roller Shim Taper Roller Adjusting Nuts Taper Roller Shim .004" to .006" S.A.E. 90 Multi Purpose Gear Lube 3-l/2 Pints

Coil Spring 1/2 to l-l/2 deg. 1/2 to l-1/2 deg. 0 to 1/16" 3 deg. 36 min. A Taper Roller

Type

Length and Width Shackle Type Lubricant

Leaf—Semi Elliptic 54" x l-3/4" Threaded "U" Viscous Lubricant

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STEERING GEAR

Series and Model

Pacemaker Six —Model 500

Super Six and Commodore Six —Models 501, 502

Super Eight and Commodore Eight —Models 503, 504

Type Ratio Steering Wheel Diameter Lubricant

Type Drum Diameter Lining Type Width

Clearance—Shoes Free Pedal Travel

Type Size—Standard Optional Wheel Size—Standard . Optional Inflation Pressures

Capacity in Quarts

Pump Type Temperature Control

Pump and Fan Drive Fan Belt Adjustment Pump Bearings

Worm and Roller

18.2 to 1 18" 90 E.P. Gear Lube

BRAKES

Duo-Automatic 1" Moulded Front, l-3/4" Rear, 1-3/4" .010" 1/4"

TIRES

Super Cushion

7.10 x 15, 4 Ply

7.60 x 15, 4 Ply

5.00 x 15

5.50 x 1 Front—26 Lbs. Cold Rear—24 Lbs. Cold

COOLING SYSTEM

19—With Heater. 20 6 Vane Impeller Thermostat—By Pass Vee Belt 4 Blade At Generator Prelubricated

Worm and Roller

18.2 to 1 18" 90 E.P. Gear Lube

Duo-Automatic 1" Moulded Front, 2-1/4" Rear, 1-3/4" .010" 1/4"

Super Cushion

7.10 x 15, 4 Ply

7.60 x 15, 4 Ply

5.00 x 15

5.50 x 1 Front—26 Lbs. Cold Rear—24 Lbs. Cold

19—With Heater. 20 6 Vane Impeller Thermostat—By Pass Vee Belt 4 Blade At Generator Prelubricated

Worm and Roller

18.2 to 1 18" 90 E.P. Gear Lube

Duo-Automatic 1" Moulded Front, 2-1/4" Rear, 1-3/4" .010" 1/4"

Super Cushion

7.10 x 15, 4 Ply

7.60 x 15, 4 Ply

5.00 x 15

5.50 x 1 Front—26 Lbs. Cold Rear—24 Lbs. Cold

17—With Heater. 18 6 Vane Impeller Thermostat—By Pass Vee Belt 4 Blade At Generator Prelubricated

Carburetor

Type and Size Choke Heat Control Fuel Delivery Air Cleaner—Std. Optional Fuel Tank Capacity

Make Distributor Rotation Drive Advance Contact Point Gap Timing Firing Order

FUEL SYSTEM

Carter, WAI-749S

Single, l-l/4" Automatic Thermostatic Pressure Pump Oil Wetted Type Oil Bath Type 20 U.S. Gals.

Carter, WDO 647SA Single, l-l/4" Automatic Thermostatic Pressure Pump Oil Wetted Type Oil Bath Type 20 U.S. Gals.

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Auto-Lite Clockwise Camshaft Vac. & Automatic .020" T.D.C. 1-5-3-6-2-4

Carter, WDO 648SA Single, l-l/4" Automatic Thermostatic Pressure Pump Oil Wetted Type Oil Bath Type 20 U.S. Gals.

Auto-Lite Clockwise Camshaft Vac. & Automatic .017" T.D.C. 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4

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ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT—Continued

Series and Model

Generator—Type Drive Chg. Rate, Hot—Cold

Starting Motor—Drive Control Battery—Make Plates and Capacity Terminal Grounded Location

Spark Plugs—Cast Iron Head Aluminum Head

Gap

Pacemaker Six —Model 500

Shunt Wound Vee Belt 35 Amps. at 8 Volts Bendix Solenoid National-6 Volt 51-100 Amps. Positive Left Side, under Hood Champion J7-14 M.M. Champion H10 14 M.M. .032

Super Six and Commodore Six —Models 501, 502

Shunt Wound Vee Belt 35 Amps. at 8 Volts Bendix Solenoid National-6 Volt 51-100 Amps. Positive Left Side, under Hood Champion J7-14 M.M. Champion H10 14 M.M.

Super Eight and Commodore Eight —Models 503, 504

Shunt Wound Vee Belt 35 Amps. at 8 Volts Bendix Solenoid National-6 Volt 51-100 Amps. Positive Left Side, under Hood Champion J7-14 M.M. Champion H10 14 M.M.

LAMP BULBS

No.

C.P. Base

Headlight (Sealed Beam Type) Bonnet Light Parking Light with Direction Indicator Tail and Stop Light License Light Dome Light—Front Rear Quarter Lights (2) Clock Speedometer Instrument Cluster Direction Indicator Radio Headlight Beam Indicator. Ignition Lock Courtesy Light Fog Light—Sealed Beam Spot Light—Sealed Beam Parking Light Generator and Oil Indicator

Cooling System

Gasoline Tank

Engine Oil—Dry

4030 55

1154 1154 63 87 81 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 87 4015A 4535 63 55

CAPACITIES

U.S.-19 Quarts Imperial-15-¼ Quarts Metric-17-3/4 Liters U.S.-20 Gallons Imperial-16-2/3 Gals. Metric-75-¾ Liters U.S.-7-1/2 Qts. Imperial-6-½ Quarts Metric-7 Liters

Sealed 2

21-3 21-3 3 15 6 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 15 Sealed Sealed 3 2

Sealed Single

Double Double Single Single Single Single Single Single Single Single Single Single Single Sealed Sealed Single Single

U.S.-19 Quarts Imperial-15-¼ Quarts Metric-17-3/4 Liters U.S.-20 Gallons Imperial-16-2/3 Gals. Metric-75-¾ Liters U.S.-7-1/2 Qts. Imperial-6-½ Quarts Metric-7 Liters

U.S.-17 Quarts Imperial-14 Quarts Metric-16 Liters U.S.-20 Gallons Imperial-16-2/3 Gals. Metric-75-3/4 Liters U.S.-8 Qts. Imperial-6-2/3 Quarts Metric-7-½ Liters

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parts, place engine and chassis lubrication in the category of highly specialized services.

not be changed until the recommended change period shown in the Lubrication Schedule

CAPACITIES (CONT.)

Engine Oil - Refil

Clutch

Transmission

Transmission and Overdrive

Rear Axle

Overall Length—Including Bumpers Overall Width Overall Height Road Clearance—Front Road Clearance—Rear Turning Radius—Right Left

U. S. - 7 Quarts Imperial - 6 Qts. Metric - 6-½ Liters U.S. - 1/3 Pint Imperial - 1/4 Pint Metric - 160 C.C. U.S. - 2 Lbs. Imperial - 2 Lbs. Metric - .91 Kgs. U.S. - 3- 1/4 Lbs. Imperial - 3-1/4 Lbs. Metric - 1.47 Kgs. U.S. - 3-1/2 Lbs. Imperial - 3 Lbs. Metric - l.6 Kgs.

DIMENSIONS

201-1/2" 77-1/16" 60-3/8" 8" 8" Right 19.65 Feet Left 19.65 Feet

208" 77-5/8" 60-3/8" 8" 8" 21 Ft. 2 In. 20 Ft. 5 In.

LUBRICATION

Present day high speed driving, fast acceleration and closely fitted precision machined

A definite plan of application is necessary to provide the various working surfaces with the right amount of the correct lubricant at the proper time. Contrary to general belief, one lubricant will not suffice for all parts of the chassis. The varying load demands and operating conditions which the various parts are subjected to, call for different types of lubricants to minimize friction and reduce wear.

Your Authorized Hudson Dealer has been provided with the correct factory lubrication specifications for your car, as well as the definite plan of application. This is your assurance that the lubrication requirements of your car will be met with the greatest care. Be sure to consult him on this most important matter.

For your guidance, a copy of the Lubrication Chart is attached to the front cover of this manual. Additional information regarding the lubrication requirements of your car are given in the Lubrication Schedule shown below and elsewhere in this manual, under the description of the various units. The lubricants placed in your car at the time of assembly are of the best quality and need

has been reached.

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Points

Check Oil Level

4 or 8

Remove, wash and add new oil

LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

AT 500 MILES

Drain engine oil reservoir and refill with new oil of good quality. See "The Proper Engine Oil to Use", Page 14.

EVERY l,000 MILES

Viscous Chassis Lubricant

Drag Link Upper Support Arm Eccentric Bushing Upper Support Arm Pivot Bushing Lower Support Arm Pivot Bushing Lower Support Arm Support Bushing Center Steering Arm Pivot Bearing

Engine Door Hinge Gasoline Tank Filler Door Hinge and Spring 3

Water Resistant Lubricant

Windshield Cables at Pulleys Door Check Arms Courtesy Light Switch Door Lock Bolt and Slide Door Striker

2 or 4 2 or 4 2 or 4 2 or 4

Rear Compartment Door Hinge

E. P. Gear Lubricant—S.A.E. 80 Winter, S.A.E. 90 Summer

Transmission Overdrive

Check Level Check Level

Tie Rod End Steering Spindle Pivot Pins

Gear Shift Bell Crank Pivot

Clutch Pedal Bearing

Clutch Throwout Bearing Universal Joint Spline

Universal Joint Needle Rollers

Rear Spring Shackle Bushing

Engine Oil

Rear Compartment Door Striker Rear Compartment Latch Rod Hood Hinge Windshield Wiper Pulleys

Rear Compartment Door Clamping Lever Hood Prop Hood Upper Lock Hood Lower Lock

Hood Lower Lock and Control Wire

Steering Gear Check Level

4 2 1 1 1 1 3 4

4 2 8 4

2 2 1 1 2

Multi Purpose Gear Lubricant—S.A.E. 90

Rear Axle Check Level

Distilled Water

Check Battery Electrolyte level and gravity.

Water or Anti-Freeze

Check Coolant level and Anti-Freeze strength.

Hudson Hydraullc Brake Fluid

Check Brake Master Cylinder fluid level

EVERY 2,000 Miles

Perform operations included in 1,000 mile lubrication, in addition to the following:

Engine Oil

Engine—Drain Oil Reservoir and

Air Cleaner - Oil Bath refill. See "Proper Oil to Use," Page 14 Generator Starting Motor (501, 502, 503 and 504 Series) Distributor Air Cleaner—Standard..Wash and re-oil

2 Points 2 Points

4 Points

Oil Filler Pipe Cap (6 Cyl.)

Throttle Operating Linkage

Brake Operating Linkage

Drive-Master Operating Linkage

Wash and re-oil All Joints All Joints

All Joints

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Perform operations included in 1,000 mile and 2,000 mile lubrications, in addition to the following:

Clutch Drain and Refill

E. P. Gear Lubricant—S.A.E. 80 Winter, S.A.E. 90 Summer

Transmission Drain and Refill Overdrive Drain and Refil

Milti Purpose Gear Lubricant—S.A.E. 90

Rear Axle Drain and Refill

Brake Cables Clean and Lubricate Oil Filter Renew Cartridge

Perform operations included in 1,000 mile, 2,000 mile and 5,000 mile lubrications, in addition to the following:

Rear Spring Covers Inject lubricant with special lubricating clamp

Front Wheel Bearings Rear Wheel Bearings

Drive-Master Power Cylinder Gear Shift Power Cylinder

EVERY 5,000 Miles

Hudsoninte Clutch Compound

Viscous Chassis Lubricant

EVERY 10.000 MILES

Viscous Chassis Lubricant

Sodium Soap Base Lubricant

Remove, clean and repack Remove, clean and repack

Hudson Shock Absorber Oil

Remove plug and inject 1 ounce oil

Disconnect elbow and inject 1 ounce oil

IMPORTANT: When checking the level of the lubricant in the rear axle and transmission, make sure that the lubricant has stopped foaming. If the car has been run for a considerable length of time, it should be permitted to stand long enough to allow the oil to reach the true level before checking.

BREAK-IN OIL

Special compounds or so-called "break-in" oils are not necessary in Hudson engines. In the event it is decided to use them, make sure the supplier guarantees that they contain no harmful ingredients.

ENGINE OIL CAPACITIES

The total engine oil capacity is 7-1/2 quarts for six cylinder and 8 quarts for eight cylinder engines. When the oil is drained in the conventional manner, the refilling quantity is 7 quarts for both six and eight cylinder engines.

When the oil reservoir is removed for cleaning or during service work, two quarts should be placed in the oil reservoir tray of eight cylinder engines before the reservoir is installed. The remaining seven quarts should then be placed in the reservoir through the crankcase filler opening. In six cylinder engines, the entire quantity is poured through the crankcase oil filler pipe.

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

An engine in normal operating condition is expected to use some oil and it is, therefore, not unusual to add oil between change periods. Its rate of usage is governed by the individual engine and is dependent on operating speeds, temperatures and the viscosity and quality of the oil used.

The level should be checked each time

fuel is added. The oil level gauge is

located on the left side of the engine

and is divided at its lower end to show

the "Oil Level Range" and the "Low

For normal operation, the oil level is

satisfactory when it is within the "Oil

Level Range". For high speed operation,

the level should be maintained at the full

mark, which is the top line on the "Oil

To make an accurate check, it is best to

wait a minute or two after shutting off the

engine to permit the oil to drain back into the reservoir. Approximately three and

one-half quarts of oil are required to bring the level from low to full in both

eter indicates that the oil change period is near at hand, it is more economical to have

The oil which is placed in the engine at the factory is satisfactory for the first 500

Thereafter, at intervals of 2,000 miles, the reservoir should be drained and

refilled with new oil of good quality. If the car is operated constantly in dusty

areas or for short distances at low speeds during cold weather, which permits

foreign matter and sludge to accumulate, it should be changed more frequently.

However, the actual change period is largely dependent on the individual driving

The oil is drained by removing the plug at the rear of the oil reservoir. To insure

complete draining, it is important that the operation be performed while the

It is good practice to remove the oil reservoir at least twice

year, preferably in

Caution: The use of flushing oil or compounds is not recommended. However, in

the event they are used, it will be necessary to remove the oil reservoir and thoroughly

The use of high-grade engine oil of the correct type is of great importance in

obtaining maximum performance and satisfaction from your car. Select oils from

well-known and dependable brands, of which there are many on the market, and

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Range".

Level Range".

six and eight cylinder engines. If the level happens to be low and the speedom-

the oil changed at that time.

WHEN TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

miles of operation.

circumstances.

engine is warm.

the spring and fall, to permit thorough cleaning of the screens and pan.

clean it out before installing the new oil.

THE PROPER ENGINE OIL TO USE

of the proper viscosity to suit your seasonal and driving requirements.

The oil refiners or marketers supplying oils are responsible for the quality of their

product and their reputation is the car owner's best assurance of receiving high-grade

The various types of oil marketed for engine lubrication has been defined by the

REGULAR MOTOR OIL—This term is used to designate a straight mineral oil. Oils of

tion, stability and bearing corrosion preventative properties. Oils of this type are generally

HEAVY-DUTY MOTOR OIL—This term is used to designate an oil having proved

oxidation, stability, bearing corrosion preventative properties and detergent-dispersent

characteristics. Oils of this type are generally suitable for use in both high-speed diesel and

It is most important that the oil should have the ability to flow at low temperatures to

permit easy starting and at the same time, afford adequate lubrication when the engine is

FOR USE

Note: Kerosene should be added only when

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S.A.E. 30

S.A.E.

20 W

10 W.

10 W. plus

10% Kerosene

lubricants.

TYPES OF OIL

American Petroleum Institute, as follows:

this type are generally suitable under moderate driving conditions.

PREMIUM MOTOR OIL—This term is used to designate an oil having proved oxida-

suitable for use where operating conditions are such that regular oils do not give satisfactory service.

gasoline engines under heavy-duty service conditions.

at normal operating temperatures. The oil selected should be based on its ability to perform these two functions at the lowest anticipated temperatures expected before the next oil change period. The following table will be helpful in making this selection.

90° Average temperature 32º Minimum temperature 10° Minimum temperature —

10° Minimum temperature

Below —10° temp

temperatures below —10° are expected for long periods.

Your Authorized Hudson Dealer, who has had long experience with the brands of oil available in your locality, will be glad to help you with your lubrication problems.

short persons to sit higher; thus making for better vision. Seat locks in position when lever

(1) DIRECTION INDICATOR LEVER—Push lever upward for right turn and downward

(2) STARTER BUTTON—Pressing button in with ignition switch turned on operates the

starter. On cars equipped with Super-Matic Drive, or Drive-Master, the clutch pedal must

be pushed down before the starter will operate. Do not press button when engine is

(3) DIRECTION INDICATOR LIGHT—Light flashes with front and rear indicator

(4) OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR — Shows red when ignition is turned on and engine

not running. Light should go out when engine is started. If it does not, shut off engine and

(5) FUEL GAUGE—Indicates the level of the fuel in the gasoline tank when the ignition

switch is turned on. When needle reaches "empty" mark, approximately 1-1/2 gallons of

(6) TEMPERATURE GAUGE—Indicates temperature of water or anti-freeze when

ignition is turned on. When ignition is turned off, the pointer returns to the "H" position

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OPERATING CONTROLS

Arrangement and functions of the instruments and controls of your new Hudson have been planned for maximum convenience and comfort of the driver, as well as for safety. If you have driven Hudsons previously or are a first time Hudson owner, you will want to know all about the newer controls before driving your new car. We, accordingly, recommend that you read the following instructions carefully.

SEAT ADJUSTING LEVER —Raising the lever on the left side of the front seat permits the seat to be moved forward or backward to the position most convenient for the driver. As

Figure 4

the seat moves forward, it rises, permitting

is released.

for left turn. Lever returns to "Off" position automatically when turn is completed.

running or car is in gear.

signals.

determine cause.

fuel remains in reserve.

at the right side of the dial.

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(7) GENERATOR CHARGE INDICATOR—Shows red when ignition is turned on and

(9) HEADLIGHT BEAM INDICATOR—Shows red when headlight beam is in upper or

(10) GEAR SHIFT LEVER—Should always be placed in neutral position before starting

engine. Raise knob and move lever forward for reverse gear and rearward for low gear.

Move lever to neutral, depress and slide forward for second gear and rearward for high

(11) RADIO ON AND OFF AND VOLUME CONTROL KNOB—Off in extreme left

position. Turning knob to right turns on radio and regulates volume.

(12) RADIO TONE CONTROL RING—Turning to right from mid- position brings out

(14) WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROL KNOB—Left position "Off." Turning knob to

right or clockwise turns on and regulates speed of wipers. When car is equipped with a

windshield washer as an accessory, pressing down the button in the center of the knob

(17) RADIO ANTENNA OPERATING KNOB—To raise antenna, press in knob slightly

and turn to right or left one-half turn. To extend antenna, turn knob one-quarter turn, pull

out inner or telescopic section of antenna and turn knob until antenna is in upright position.

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when engine is running at low speed. Light should go out as speed is increased.

(8) SPEEDOMETER—Includes mileage indicator showing accumulated mileage.

country driving position.

gear. If car is equipped with Hudson Super-Matic Drive or Drive-Master, follow instructions shown under "Drive-Master."

the high notes and to left emphasizes the bass notes. See Radio Owner's Manual.

(13) RADIO STATION DIAL—Indicates station frequency.

supplies solution for washing.

(15) ASH RECEIVER—Sliding drawer type—pulls out.

(16) RADIO MANUAL TUNING KNOB—Turn knob to tune in stations manually.

(18) DOME LIGHT SWITCH—Sliding switch operates front dome light. Rear compartment dome lights operated by sliding switch on right door pillar.

(19) CLOCK—Mechanical clock requires winding every day. Turn knob clockwise to

wind. Electric clock requires no winding and is protected by a fuse at the back. On both

(20) LOCKER BOX LOCK—Press in to open door. Locks by inserting key and turning

(21) PARKING BRAKE LEVER—Apply brakes by pulling lever backward and pressing

down brake pedal at the same time. Release brakes by turning handle to right and pushing

(22) HOOD UNLOCKING HANDLE—Pull handle to release lock. Then release safety

catch by reaching finger under louvre at front of hood and pulling lever forward. Grasp

(24) INSTRUMENT LIGHT RHEOSTAT—Controls the brilliance of the instrument

lights. Turning knob to right decreases and to left increases amount of light. Turning knob

(25) HEADLIGHT FOOT SWITCH—Controls country (upper) and traffic (lower)

beams. When meeting oncoming traffic and beam indicator shows red, depress foot switch

once and release for passing beam. Pressing and releasing switch the second time restores

(26) SUPER-MATIC DRIVE FOURTH SPEED CONTROL KNOB OR OVERDRIVE

CONTROL KNOB—Push knob all the way in for automatic operation of fourth speed on

(27) CLUTCH PEDAL—Should be depressed fully to floorboard when starting the

Master, this must be done before pressing the starter button or the starter will not operate.

When starting the engine, particularly in cold weather, depressing the clutch pedal

(28) IGNITION LOCK—Inserting and turning key to right turns ignition on. When

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types, hands are set by pulling out and turning knob (38).

one-quarter turn to left.

it down as far as it will go.

hood at front end and raise. To lock, lower hood and press down on front end.

(23) HORN OPERATING RING—Press down from any position to operate horns.

to extreme left turns out lights entirely.

light beams to upper or country driving position.

Super-Matic Drive equipped cars or for Overdrive on cars having this equipment.

engine and shifting gears. On cars equipped with Hudson Super-Matic Drive or Drive-

manually will eliminate transmission gear drag and facilitate starting.

lighting switch is turned to first "On" position lock is illuminated.

(29) WEATHER-CONTROL HEAT REGULATOR LEVER—Controls water circulating

through heater. Moving lever to right increases and to left decreases temperature. At

(30) LIGHTING CONTROL SWITCH—Controls instrument lights, headlights, hood

light, parking lights, license light and tail lights. Turning knob to first position at right

gives parking lights, hood light, instrument lights, license light and tail lights. Moving

knob to second position to right turns on the headlights in addition to other lights. Turning

ates reserve mechanical system on rear wheels in event of disablement of hydraulic system.

shield and circulating air when car is standing. Extreme left position of knob "OFF." First

position to right provides low speed and extreme right position high speed operation of

tor and pulled back to close it. When Hudson Weather- Control is installed, temperature is

(34) CIGAR LIGHTER—Press in to operate. Automatically pushes out when proper

(35) ACCELERATOR PEDAL —Controls

the speed of the engine and car. Never pump

ing a cold engine, the accelerator pedal

should be pressed half way and released

tion of the gear shifting on cars equipped

Master and Overdrive on cars fitted with this

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extreme left position heat is entirely shut off.

knob to extreme left position turns off all lights.

(31) BRAKE PEDAL—Controls hydraulic operation of brakes on all wheels. Also oper-

(32) WEATHER-CONTROL SWITCH—Controls operation of fans for defrosting wind-

fans.

(33) COWL VENTILATOR HANDLE—Should be pushed forward to open cowl ventila-

regulated by ventilator opening. (See Weather-Control Instruction Booklet.)

temperature has been reached.

the accelerator pedal when starting the engine as it will result in flooding. When start-

slowly before cranking. (See "To Start Engine.") The accelerator controls the opera-

with Hudson Super-Matic Drive, Drive-

device.

Push button "On" for automatic gear shifting. Pushing "Off" button permits

(37) RADIO AUTOMATIC TUNING BUTTONS—Press in button for automatic

(38) CLOCK KNOB—Turn to wind mechanical type clock. Pull out and turn to

Before your new Hudson automobile was delivered to you, your Dealer

checked it over thoroughly to be sure that all adjustments were in order; that all

lubrication fittings and units of the car were properly lubricated; that the

cooling system was filled to the proper level, and that the tires were inflated to

When starting with a cold engine, always keep the speed near 30 until the

engine reaches normal operating temperature. This is good practice at any time

but especially necessary when the engine is new and the moving parts not worn

in. For the first 250 miles keep the speed under 40 but drive as little as possible

under 25. Between 250 miles and 500 miles the top limit may be increased to

At least a third of the mileage of each period should be driven at or near the

maximum speed recommended. Do not drive at constant speed for any length of

time but vary the speed within the recommended limits. At no time during the

first 1000 miles should the throttle be opened fully for quick acceleration or hill

The first 1000 miles are very important to your new engine and a little care

After the first 500 miles of driving return your car to your Dealer to have the

oil changed, as it is good practice to have fresh clean oil in the engine before

starting to drive at the increased speeds permissible during the second 500 miles

The carburetor is fitted with an automatic choke which correctly proportions

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(36) SUPER-MATIC DRIVE AND DRIVE-MASTER CONTROL SWITCH—

conventional operation of clutch and gear shifting.

tuning of station desired.

set hands on both mechanical and electric type clocks.

DRIVING YOUR NEW CAR

the proper pressures.

50 and between 500 and 1000 miles to 60.

climbing.

during this time will pay off in added economy throughout a longer life.

of the break-in.

STARTING THE ENGINE

the fuel mixture during the starting and warm-up period.

1. Place gear shift lever in neutral position.

2. Depress clutch pedal.

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