GROUP 1 – 1953 BUICK LUBRICARE INSTRUCTIONS

1-1 1953 BUICK LUBRICATION – EVERY 1000 MILES-CHASSIS AND BODY

1953 Buick Chassis Lubricare

  1. Check engine oil level only after engine has been stopped for at least three to five minutes to allow oil to drain down.

The oil level should be maintained between the “FULL” and “LOW” marks on gauge rod; the space between marks represents 2 quarts. It is best to maintain the oil level within one quart of the “FULL” mark. Do not fill above the “FULL” mark. See figure 1-4.

See paragraph 1-7 for engine oil recommendations and when to change oil.

  1. Front Suspension, Brake, Clutch and Transmission Controls. Wipe dirt from lubrication fittings, then apply a good grade of water resistant chassis lubricant, under pressure, at the following points (fig. 1-1 or 1-2):
    1953 Buick Chassis Lubricare Chart

    1953 Buick Chassis Lubricare Chart

    1953 Buick Chassis Lubricant Chart-Series 50-70

    1953 Buick Chassis Lubricant Chart-Series 50-70

  • Lower Control Arms, inner and outer ends
  • Support Upper Pivot Pins
  • Steering Knuckle Bushings
  • Tie Rod Ends, inner and outer
  • Transmission Shift Idler Lever Pin (Ser. 40) Clutch Release Equalizer
  • Brake Master Cylinder Push Rod
  • Brake and Clutch Pedal Shaft
  • Clutch Pedal Linkage Pins, lubricate with engine oil.
  1. Cranking Motor (Starter). Apply a few drops of engine oil to the solenoid link pin and to the bearing between shift lever and stud. See figure 1-3. Do not oil Solenoid plunger.