air condition DODGE POLARA 1965 3.G Owners Manual

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page I. 14 ~ Closing Controls .......... 15 oar locks ........... 15 r locks ........ 15 ompartment lock. . .. 15 Dr locks.. .......... 15 ontrol .... 16 ow control ......... 16 dow ............... 16
fort and ce Features t adjustment ...... 17 d wipers and washer. 17 partment ........ 17 e steering wheel. . . .. 19
mirrors at adjustment.. .. rake warning signal .. y warning flasher. ... er ..
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page refueling . ... . . 20 Cool Aire air conditioning 20 radios. . . . 21 rear seat speaker........ . .. 21 reverberator . .. . . 21 remote·control outside mirror. 21 Heater Operation . ..... .. 22 Air Conditioner Operation 23 Station Wagon Features seat storage ...... 26 tailgate and rear window ... . 27 jack and spare tire storage ... 28 Convertible Top-Operation and Maintenance 29 How to Increase Tire life 30 The Safe Way to Change a Wheel 31 Appearance Care . . 32 Service Ti ps .... ... ... 35 Specifications, Capacities & Data license data .. 41 fluid capacities 41 light bulbs 41 light fuses. 41 engine specifications .. 41
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TillS manual Includes oper~tln\~ In
struetlons lor all equipment .'.hether
st'lldMd, optional, or specl;]1 avail
able at tile time tillS r1i.1 11 U.1 I ,'.~S
approved for prlllting. Cilryslrl Cor
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(Ilanges 111 deSign and speuflcallolls,
.1nd or, to make additions to or
Illlprovcmcllts III Its produCI ,'.Ii iloul
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10 Illslall tile'" all lis produrts
previously nlililuidclured
page Warranty. . . . . . .. . ........ , . 2 Explanation of Warranty. . . . . . .. 3 Service Schedule .... ' ..... , 4 Owner's Required Services Record. . . 6 Let's Get AcqUainted keys. .. ............ ,. 7 manual seat adjustment. . . . .. 7 rear-view mirror. . . .. .. .. . . .. 7 Driver-Centered Instrumentation 8 I nstrument Cluster Details. , 9 Starting the Engine neutral. . .. .,.............. 10 ignition lock. . . . • . . .. 10 parking brake. . . .. ....•.... 10 break-in information ......... 11 Transmission automatic transmission operation and ranges ....... 12 manual transmission operation. 13 Ughts-I nside and Out head light switch ............. 14 interior lights ........ , . , ..... 14 head light beam selector. . . . 14 back-up lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 14 turn signal .. , . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 14 glove compartment light. . . . .. 14
page trunk light.. .. . .. , .... ,... 14 Opening and Closing Controls hood lock .... " ......... , 15 outside door locks . ,. ., ... 15 inside door locks, .. .,...... 15 luggage compartment lock. . .. 15 power door locks. , .. . . . . . . . .. 15 window control . .. . _ . . .. 16 vent window control.. . . . . . . .. 16 power window. , ... ' . . . . . . 16
Safety, Comfort and Convenience Features power seat adjustment 17 windshield wipers and washer. 17 glove compartment. . . . . . . . . . . 17 adjustable steering whee\. .... 19 sun visors... . . . . .. .. ....... 17 clock .................... 18 seat belts. ...... ... 18 rear view mi rrors .. .. . .. , 19 custom seat adjustment. . , .... 19 parking brake warning signal., 19 emergency warning Hasher. . . 19 ash receiver ................ 19 coat hooks .. .. . .. .. .. .. ... 20 Auto Pilot. ............. , 20
page refueling . . 20 Cool Aire air conditioning 20 radios .. , .... ,.... .. 21 rear seat speaker ............ 21 reverberator . 21 remote-control outside mirror .. 21 Heater Operation . . 22 Air Conditioner Operation . 23 Station Wagon Features seat storage.. .... .... . 26 tailgate and rear window .. .. 27 jack and spare tire storage .... 28 Convertible Top-Operation and Maintenance ... , . . , ., 29 How to Increase Tire Life .... . 30 The Safe Way to Change a WheeL ........... ,.... . .. 31 Appearance Care ... ' . 32 Service Tips, . . . . . . 35 Specifications, Capacities & Data license data , .. , ............ 41 fluid capacities. 41 light bulbs. . . . . . . . 41 lightfuses. . . . . .. .. . 41 engine specifications. 41

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MANUFACTURER'S PASSENGER CAR WARRANTY
Chrysler Corporation, as manufacturer, warrants each new passenger cor manufactured by it , including all equipment or accessories (except tires) manufactured or supplied by it, to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for twelve thousand (12,000) miles of operation or twelve (12) months after delivery to the original purchaser, whichever event occur. Arst.
In addition, Chrysler Corporation warranls the engine block, head and all internal engine parts, waler pump, intake manifold, transmission case and all internal trans· mission parts, torque converter (if so equipped), drive shaft, universal joints, rear axle and differential, and rear wheel bearings of each new passenger cor manufaetur d by il to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for fifty thousand (SO,OOO) mile. of operation or five (5) years art r d IIv ry to th original purchaser, whichever event occurs n .. t. A I an expre .. conditi on o f this warranty coverao., ,h. own., II requir . d ,A hav. th. engl"e all changed evolY three m onlhl Or four thoulond mile., w h hev.r "'eI n"t, 'he engi ne all nlt.r repla .d every II and all and Ihe ,arburetor air nlt~ I."ned eyery .1 and r.ploced every Iwo yeu,., "I. , m
ont hl 'h e
owner II requir e d to furnllh a Ch rysl.r Molars Carpora'ion Au'h orl%ed Dealer evidence that the above main'enance leryi,el have b.en performed a nd requel' 'he d ealer to ,ertily on 'he form supplied w ilh the vehicle (I) 'hat h e ha l received lu ch ev idence, a nd
(ii) the c ar'. Ihen ,urrenl odomeler mileage. This addi· tional warranly coverage does no' include or apply to related systems or accessory un lis such as Ignition or etec· trical sys'ems, fuel or cooling systems, engine or transmis· sion controls or linkage, manual gear shift lever and clvld! assembly or any port of the brake assemblies, wheels or tires.
Chrysl r
Corporation's obligation under this warranty i. limit d to r pairing or replacing, at its option, any pori or ports of th pass ng r Car that prove to be defective within the applicable provlJions of this warranty. Service under thl, warranty .hall b p do,m d by any Chrysler Motors arpa,o" II AUlhali. d D 01 r, at the dealer', place of bu,l" ", w,lh I (horllo f r r plae m nl parts or labor.
'" I w""""ty ""Ii II t ",Iply 10 any pass nger car Ihot
hllll h"~ t. II luhl C I I m lU' , n 0110 ne or accident, " .. , I,; ""1' I"'''~''U , C III Iho' Iholt hav b n r paired or 1111 I .1 .",,,.t .. ,,, (IllY I , M 10" Co'poration AUlhar . I, .1 II III , UI "., til to ull ct ad. n II' its
performance and reliabilit
y nor to any repairs or .ervic.
ing required 01 a re.ult of u.ing ports no t sold or opprov d by Chrysler Corporation. AI.o, this warrant y does not apply to paris replacements, mechanic04 adju stments, repoirs 0 1 other servicing normally mode or required as mai ntenanc , such as replacing spark plugs, condensers, igni tion polnh,
filters, etc., or performing wheel alignments, wheel balane ing, brake adjustments, engine lune·ups, cleaning fu I sys tem, etc .
This warranty is the an'y warranty applicable to po. •• ng., carl manufactur.d by Chry sl er Corporation and is .xpress'y in fieu of any warranties otherwise implle " by low (i ncluding, but not limited to, implied Waf ,anties of merchanlability o r fIIness for a partlcula, purpose). Th e re m edies under .his warranty Ihall b. Ihe only r e m edies available to any owner thereol f other perso n, and neither ChrY ller Carparalion, ChrY,'.f Motor. Corporation nor 'he authorhe d sefllng de"I., assumes a ny o.her obligation o r responsibility with respect to the condition of 'he passengor car, an" neither assumes, nor authorizes anyone to assum_ , , any of them, any additiona' liability in canna Ii .. . herewith.

Coat Hookl. The metal hooks located above is felt. then take foot dff accelerator and speed the rear side windows are handy for hanging will be automatically maintained. To change coats or clothing to keep them wrinkle· free. cruising speed. move control ring to new Self-Adjusting Brakes. This feature eliminates setting. Automatic speed regulation can be manual adjustment of your brakes. Brake disengaged at any time by pushing in knob pedal application during normal "reverse" or by turning the ignition off. Application of driving will maintain your brakes at the the brake disengages speed control until specified adjustment. desired speed is regained. To slow down or stop push the brake pedal and car will stop' o Auto Pilot This device enables you to normally. To resume driving. accelerate until control yourdrivingspeed automatically. resistance is felt-then remove foot from The control is located on the instrument pedal. and speed will again be automatically panel. Speed indicator settings appear in the maintained. lens above the control. and can be set by . turning to the desired speed. For example. To Dlsen~ge A~ Pilot: Push In knob and 5 corresponds to about 50 mph. turn to extreme nght.
Speed Reminder reature: Turn the 6 Refuell"1-T~e gasoline ~lIer·tu.be on Sedan control ring to the desired speed (with ~nd Convertible mod~ls IS behind the ~e~r car parked or moving). When the pre-set license plate. On Stallon Wagon models I~ IS speed is reached. a pressure will be felt on on the I~ft rear fend~r .. The cap on Station your foot. reminding you the pre-selected Wagons IS vented. If It IS replaced. use only speed has been reached. To continue at this a vented cap. speed •• ~old accelera!or pedal down to "resis-" Cool-Air. " Air Conditioning (dealer tance level..T0 In~rease speed. push installed). Simple push-bullon control panel accelerator .agal~st resls~an~. NOTE: When and temperature lever is conveniently located pavement IS slippery. It .IS recommended in the center of the unit. at the driver's right that only the Speed Reminder feature be hand. Desi~ned to enable passengers to direct used. . cooled air In any direction. Before operating. Automatic Speed Rl9ulator reatur.: Adlust start engine and open windows to expel hot control ring to desired speed and pull out air. See page 23 for operating the combined knob in center. Increase speed until resistance heater-air conditioning unit.
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AIR CONDITIONER
This unit combines Air Conditioning, Heating Adjustable left and right, up or down-
and Defrosting in one efficient, year -around Outer outlets can be shut off independently. system. Operating controls, see illustration, ~ consist of: ~ 5 . WII1tI Weather Ventilition Knob.-
o 1. Temperltln Control Lever-Maintains temperature at any desired level by sliding
right and left-Used when operating either Air Conditioner or Heater.
2. Push Buttons-"OFF" (turns off system);
"Max A /C " (maximum air conditioning); "A/C" (fresh air air conditioning); HEAT (for
heater use only); "DEF" (windshield de­froster).
3. Fan Switch -Moves horizontally and I
has three positions ; Low, Medium and
High speeds-Used when operating either
Air Conditioner or Heater.
6 4 . Cooling Outlet Vines-One at each end
nd two in center of instrument panel­Air conditioned air to any desired area-
Brings in outside air during hot weather­Not part of Air Conditioning/Heater system
-See "Warm Weather Ventilation" section.
How to Operlte Air Conditioner
Push warm weather ventilation knobs all the
way in. If car has been parked in hot sun,
open the windows and drive for a couple of minutes to expel warm air, and at the same time: (1) Slide Temperature Control Lever to
"Off" (far left). (2) Push button mark.ed "Max
A /C". (3) Move Fan Switch to "High" (far right). (4) Adjust the four cooling outlet vanes to direct cooled air to desired area to
suit occupants' wishes.
After a couple of minutes close all windows. If less cooling is desired, push the button
marked "A/C" and re-adjust the Fan Switch to suit occupant's wishes.
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Normal Cooling (cooling with fresh air):
When the desired amount of cooling is obtained with "Max A/C ", you can continue cooling with fresh outside air for added
comfort by pushing the "A /C" bullon and adjusting the Fan Switch to change fan speed to suit occupants' requirements. If less cool­
ing is desired move the Fan Switch to "low "
speed and re-adjust the Cooling Oullets for indirect cooling. For warmer air move the Temperature Control lever to the right.
o Floor Air Controls: Cool air can be directed onto the feet of driver and passenger by mov­ing either of two controls mounted on air conditioning housing under the instrument panel. Controls are marked "Floor Air."
Cooling for Special Conditions: Your Air Conditioner is unique in providing maximum dehumidified air at the most comfortable
weather conditions above sooF. During rainy or muggy weather operate the system as
usual, using the Temperature Control lever to clear the windows and provide interior
comfort.
If the outside air is extremely humid or too
warm for cooling with fresh air as previously
described, push the "Max A/C " bullon. This is also recommended when driving through areas which are extremely dusty or have
objectionable odors. Incidentally, your Air Conditioner makes driving more enjoyable dunng the hay fever season by filtering pollen
out of the air.
NOTES: Operate your Air Conditioning
system as described in Normal Cooling (cool­ing with fresh air) 5 minutes each week during the cold winter months. This will
allow fluids to circulate and extend life of the
system. When driving through heavy traffic additional cooling may be required. If this
situation is encountered, operate the trans­mission in a lower gear range. When slopped
in congested traffic, especially if towing a trailer it may be necessary to depress the accelerator pedal slighlly for fast idle oper­
ation. Air Conditioned cars must be protected
with permanent type anti· freeze during
summer to 1-15°F. or lower to prevent the heater core from freezing. Coolant with anti­freeze concentrations less than 40% should
not be used for mOre than one season.

o Heater Operation
Make sure the air intake, located outside the car below the windshield is free of snow or
other obstructions and the Warm Weather
Ventilation knobs are pushed all the way in. Best heating is achieved. with the windows
closed.
When the engine temperature gauge on the
instrument panel reaches the first mark, move the Temperature Control lever to far right (Warm), push the "Heat" button and
move the Fan Switch to either "Medium" or
"High" speed. When the interior is warm,
re·adjust the Temperature Control lever and Fan Switch as required to suit occupants'
wishes. During heating, some air is directed
onto the windshield to prevent fogging.
Defrosting: Slide the Temperature Control
lever to far right (Warm) and push "Def" (Defrost) button. Then move Fan Switch to far right (High) to force warm air through
outlets at top edge of instrument panel.
<:) Warm Weather Ventilation: While driving, outside air can be brought into the Interior
through inlets in the side cowls. These inlets are opened by pulling the control knobs,
located on the lower edge of the instrument panel on both sides of the steering column.
The left·hand knob controls the left side of
the car and vice· versa. Amount of air intake
is regulated by the distance the knobs are pulled out. To shut out air, push knobs all the way in. NOTE: Be sure these knobs are
pushed in before operating Heater or Air
Conditioning System.

E) Coolant Level: Have the coolant level checked during each stop at the gasoline station. Add water to bring level to about 11,4' below the bottom of the filler neck. Overfilling will dilute the anti·freeze and also result in coolant loss through the overflow tube. CAUTION: Driving In heavy traffic, at high altitudes, or in very hot weather may build up pressure in the cooling system. When removing the cap place a cloth over the cap, turn left to first stop, allowing steam to escape through overflow tube, then remove cap.
Thermostat Your new car is equipped with 180 degree thermostat for use with perma· nenl-type anti-freeze. If you later prefer an lcohol type anti-freeze use only a 160 degree thormoslat.
Manifold Heal Control Valve_ A cold engine will warm up faster and accelerate more moothly if the valve that controls heat flow In the manifold works freely. It is normal for I d deposits to accumulate in time on the y lve shaft causing it to tighten up'. Manifold II t Control Valve Solvent, available from your dealer, should be applied a t six month lnt Iva Is. Slide shaft in and out and rotate a
, w times to distribute the solvent. Apply only when manifold is cool.
The Carburetor A ir Filter. The special easy to change fire-resistant filter installed in your carburetor should be cleaned and inspected every 6 months and replaced once every two years, to assure good fuel economy. Clean or replace more often when car is driven in dusty or sandy areas. Replace filter if dam­aged. DO NOT wash or oil. Simply remove the metal container, unscrew the wing nut and lift out filter. Clean with compressed air, holding nozzle about two inches from filter.
Fuel Filter. Your new car has a filter in the fuel tank to prevent water and foreign mate­rial from entering the fuel system. There is also a fuel filter in the fuel line at the fuel pump outlet. If this filter is plugged it can limit car speed and cause hard starling. Under normal operating conditions the filter should be changed at 20,000 mile intervals, or every two years.
011 Cap Filler. The cap on the oil filler tube is a combination ventilator and permanent filter. The filter inside the cap should be kept clean to allow clean air to remove combustion product s from the crankcase. To clean the filter wash the entire cap periodically in k ero ­sene and relubricate with SAE 30 engine oil.
ENGINE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Engine operation efficiency depends on cor­rect ignition, carburetor adjustments, and on valve lash where applicable. To obtain best engine performance, Chrysler Corporation recommends that the engine be evaluated every 10,000 miles and tuned, if necessary. Services performed during this evaluation should include the following:
SPARK PLUGS-Remove and inspect each spark plug. Most plugs can be cleaned, adjusted, and reinstalled. Rough idle, hard starling, frequent engine miss at high speeds, or apparent physical deterioration, are indica­tions that the spark plugs should be replaced.
DISTRIBUTOR-Clean and inspect the dis· tributor cap and rotor if required (wash cap in household detergent and water solution). Check breaker points for abnormal pitting. distributor secondary wires and tower caps are clean and connected properly. See that ignition timing is set to vehicle specifications.
CARBURETOR-Remove and clean air filter. Check operation of manifold heat control valve and choke diaphragms, use solvent recommended. Clean crankcase ventilator system. Check and adjust choke fast-idle cam and fuel mixture.
BATTERY-Check specific gravity. Clean and tighten terminals; apply grease to post and terminals. Check circuit voltages.
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CAR CARE
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For additional comfort and driving pleasure, your Dodge dealer
has available a full line of Air Conditioners , Radios, Mirrors, and many
o t
her accessories.
Your deale r, under the Certified Car Care Program, will keep your
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at utmost efficiency. For your protection he uses CHRYSLER
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SPECIFICATIONS, CAPACITIES AND DATA
License Data
Vehicle Number:
Stamped on plate on I It Ir nl d r I, visible when door IS op n .
Engine Number :
Stamped on boss und r d lIibulol
Fluid Capacities
Fuels-25 gals.; Station Wagoll
Engine Oil-4 qts., add 1 ql. with IiII r h 11M Cooling System-16 qts., dd 1 ql with hi ,II I
Transmissions-Manual 3 p d ~ III speed 7~ pi ., Automat I'M pi . Rear Axle-4 pts. Power Steering-4 pts.
Light Bulbs Number
It d Lights ower Light. ............................................................................... .. " 2 Upper Light .................................................................................... 1 In Irument Cluster ........................................................................ '" . . .. . . . 158 f r n smisslon Drive Selector. . . . . . .. .. .. . .. .. . .. . .. .. .. .. . . .. .. . .. .. . .. . .. .. • . .. . .. .. . .. .. . . .. . . . .... S3X II t r and/or Air Conditioning Controls. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .• . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 53X SWitch Tilles ....................................................................................... 53X R dlo 01 I......................................................................................... 1893 flunk ....................................................................................... 1004 Turn Signal, front and rear ... ....................................................................... 1034 P rking .......................................................................................... 1034 Dom .................................. _ ...................................................... 1004 LI nS8 Plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 67 lOP nd Tail .................................. ... ................................................. 1034 13 k up ...................................................... .................. ........... ..... 1073
Engine Specifications 2·Barrel Carbo 4·Barrel Carbo 4 -Barrel Carbo 4 ·Barrel Carbo 383 cu. in. 383 cu. in. 413 cu. in. 426 cu. in.
Bor ... ...................... 4.25' 4.25' 4.19' 4.25' trok .................... '" 3.375' 3.375' 3.150' 3.750' Compr ssion Ratio ................ 9.2:1 10.0· 1 10.0:1 10.3:1 II rllter ....................... . Full Flow Spin On Full Flow Spin On Full Flow Spin On Full Flow Spin On oohng System Pressure .......... 14 psi 14 psi 14 psi 14 psi rh rmostal...................... 1SO° lS00 1SO° 1SO°
I nllion Timing ................... 10° BTC 10" BTC 10° BTC 10° BTC BI k r POlOt Gap ................. 014·.019' .014·.019' .014,.019' .014·.019' p rk Plug Gap and Number ........ 035', J -14-Y or .035', J ·14-Y or .035', J -I0·Y or .035', J-lO·Y or P -3 ·6P P -3 ·6P P -3 ·3P P -3 ·3P rllmg Order .................... 1·8·4·3·6·5-7·2 1·8 ·4 -3 ·6 ·5 ·7 ·2 1·8 ·4 ·3 -6 ·5 ·7·2 1·8·4·3 ·6 ·5 ·7·2 IILl • ........................ Relwlar Premium Prl!millm Prl>mium 41