1954 Cadillac - GM Heritage Center

occasionally to correct this. The reset knob projects from the center
of the lower edge of the clock below the numeral "6." To reset, pull
the reset knob out, turn hands to correct time, and allow knob to
spring back. The clock may be easily regulated by turning the
small screw located above the numeral "12." If the clock loses
time, turn the screw to the right. If it gains time, turn the screw
to the left. An adjustment indicator is just below numeral "12."
CAUTION: Turn the screw slowly and listen for the "click."
Each "click" represents a change of about thirty seconds per day.
LOCATION OF FUSES
Several electrical circuits are protected with fuses against overloading.
These fuses are conveniently grouped together in one
location. This fuse block is located behind the instrument panel
on the cowl insulating board, slightly to the left of the car center.
Circuits with fuses in this block include Heaters (20 amp.);
Radio (7.5 amp.); Back-up lights (9 amp.); Windshield Washer
(6 amp.); and Directional Signal System (6 amp.). The spotlight
is fused separately with the fuse (9 amp.) located on the steering
column support underneath the instrument panel. The headlight
circuit is protected with an automatic circuit breaker.
On air-conditioned cars, one additional fuse holder is located
on instrument panel brace under cluster.
IGNITION SWITCH
The ignition switch is on the instrument
panel to the right of the steering column.
It lights up when either parking or headlamps
are turned on. The key may be
turned to any one of the four positions,
but only in the straight-up "OFF" position
can it be inserted or withdrawn.
First position "Right" completes the
ignition circuit and activates all instruments
and accessories. "Full Right"
position starts the engine. The "Left"
position is for operation of the radio and
heater only. For your own protection,
and to cooperate with authorities, always
remove the ignition key when the car is
left unattended.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
Before attempting to start the engine,
sec that the transmission selector lever is
in the neutral position. To start a cold
engine, press the accelerator pedal
slowly to the toeboard and release. This
pre-sets the choke and fast idle. Now
turn ignition key as far "Right" as it
will go. This operates the starter. DO
NOT hold ignition key in the starter
position longer than 15 seconds at one
time. When you release the key, it will
automatically return to the ignition
"ON" position. When starting a hot
engine, it is advisable to hold the accelerator pedal halfway down.
Do not pump, as this tends to flood the engine. A flooded engine
will usually respond quickly if you hold the accelerator pedal all
the Way down and turn key to starter position. When temperatures
are below 20° F., warm up the engine before moving the car.
HOW TO USE THE
TWO DRIVING "DR"
RANGES
OPERATION OF
HYDRA-MATIC DRIVE
You will note that the "Dr" range
has two positions. The left-hand
arrow position of the selector
lever will provide four forward
speeds; the right arrow position
will provide three forward speeds.
For Normal Driving—the lefthand
arrow position should be
used, because it will reduce engine
speed and increase economy.
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When Passing—an extra burst of speed may be secured by
merely pressing the accelerator down as far as it will go. This
procedure automatically down-shifts the transmission to the
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