1938 LaSalle Production - GM Heritage Center

nstruments and Controls
Comfort and convenience for the driver contribute to
greater safety, as well as to more enjoyable driving. The
LaSalle driver's compartment has been designed with this
in mind. Note the following:
The seat adjustment is easily made by lifting the catch
on the left side of the seat base and sliding the seat backward
or forward to the most comfortable position. On long
trips, changing the adjustment occasionally will be found
helpful in avoiding fatigue.
The ignition switch, starter button, and lighting controls
—the radio, when installed—are convenient to the driver's
right or left hand, and the instrument dials are grouped for
best visibility.
The transmission control and hand brake levers are out of
the way, yet within easy reach of the driver.
The transmission control lever is operated in the conventional
manner.
Lift the knob and
move rearward
to engage low
gear or forward
to engage reverse
;depress the
knob and move
it forward or
rearward to engage
second and
high gears respectively.
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