Chevrolet ½ Ton, ¾ Ton & 1½ Ton Commercials 1942 Shop Manual | PDF Download
Chevrolet 1942 Commercial Truck Shop Manual covers trucks and Light Delivery, Panel, Heavy Duty and Cab-Over-Engine vehicles.
- Step-by-step servicing and repair procedures – making it easy to carry out repairs
- Detailed illustrations and diagrams – making repair procedures easier to understand
- Specifications – including adjustment and service information
- Diagnostic and fault-finding information – to help overcome those annoying issues
- Repair procedures and remedies – covering everything from simple routine to more involved repairs
- PDF format – for easy viewing on your computer, tablet or smart phone
- Bookmarked – so you can find what you need
Models Include:
- ½ Ton Light Delivery
- ¾ Ton Truck
- ¾ Ton Special Truck
- ¾ Ton Long Wheelbase Panel
- 1½ Ton Heavy Duty Truck
- 1½ Ton Cab-Over-Engine Truck
- 1½ Ton School Bus Chassis
What’s Included in This Manual:
General Information & Lubrication
- Vehicle identification and unit serial number locations
- Truck specifications, wheelbases and capacities
- Engine and chassis lubrication
- Recommended lubricants and service intervals
- Lubrication charts for the different commercial models
Body & Cab
- Body and cab servicing
- Doors, locks and handles
- Windows and glass
- Seats and interior fittings
- Cab-Over-Engine servicing information
- Body hardware and adjustments
Frame, Front Axle & Suspension
- Frame inspection and servicing
- Front axle servicing
- Front springs and shackles
- Rear springs and shackles
- Shock absorber servicing
- Wheel bearing adjustment
Rear Axle & Driveline
- Rear axle servicing and adjustment
- Heavy-duty rear axle information
- Two-speed rear axle servicing
- Differential repairs
- Axle shafts and bearings
- Universal joints and propeller shafts
- Driveline lubrication
Brakes
- Brake inspection and adjustment
- Brake drums and shoes
- Hydraulic brake system servicing
- Master cylinder
- Wheel cylinders
- Brake repairs and fault finding
Engine
- 216.5 cu. in. six-cylinder engine
- Engine servicing and adjustments
- Cylinder head and valves
- Pistons and connecting rods
- Crankshaft and bearings
- Camshaft and timing
- Engine lubrication
- Engine removal and installation
- Engine overhaul procedures
- Engine specifications
Fuel & Cooling Systems
- Carburetor servicing and adjustment
- Fuel pump
- Air cleaner
- Fuel system fault finding
- Radiator servicing
- Water pump
- Thermostat
- Cooling system maintenance and repairs
Clutch & Transmission
- Clutch servicing and adjustment
- Clutch removal and installation
- Three-speed transmission
- Four-speed transmission
- Transmission dismantling and assembly
- Gearshift servicing and adjustment
Steering
- Steering gear servicing and adjustment
- Steering linkage
- Tie rods and related components
- Steering fault finding
Wheels & Tires
- Wheel and tire servicing
- Front wheel bearings
- Wheel installation and adjustment
- Commercial vehicle tire information
Chassis Sheet Metal
- Fenders and related panels
- Hood and front-end sheet metal
- Removal, installation and adjustment procedures
Electrical System
- Battery
- Generator
- Starting motor
- Ignition and distributor
- Lighting
- Horns
- Electrical testing and fault finding
Please Note:
This period Chevrolet 1942 Shop Manual contains information covering both Chevrolet commercial vehicles and passenger cars.
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FILE DETAILS
File Format: PDF
Language: English
Print: Print the full manual or selected pages
Bookmarked: Yes — easy navigation throughout
Requirements: Adobe PDF Reader recommended
Device: Best viewed on PC or laptop
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