SECTION 8-A 1956 BUICK MANUAL STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE 8-1 1956 BUICK MANUAL STEERING GEAR SPECIFICATIONS Tightening Specifications Use a reliable torque wrench to tighten the parts listed to insure proper tightness without straining or distorting parts. These specifications are for clean and lightly lubricated threads only; dry or dirty threads produce increased friction which [...]
SECTION 7-C 1956 BUICK CHASSIS SUSPENSION SERVICE, ADJUSTMENT, AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES 7-8 1956 BUICK TIRE SERVICE AND INSPECTION 1956 Buick Tire Inflation and Inspection Maintenance of correct inflation pressure in all tires is one of the most important elements of tire care. Correct tire pressure is also of great importance to ease of handling and [...]
SECTION 7-B 1956 BUICK CHASSIS SUSPENSION TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS 7-4 ABNORMAL TIRE WEAR ON A 1956 BUICK General Operating Conditions Assuming that there is no misalignment condition to cause unnatural wear, the life of tires depends largely upon car operating conditions and driving habits. Tires wear at a much faster rate in some localities than in [...]
SECTION 7-A SPECIFICATIONS AND DESCRIPTION OF 1956 BUICK CHASSIS SUSPENSION 7-1 1956 BUICK CHASSIS SUSPENSION SPECIFICATIONS Tightening Specifications Use a reliable torque wrench to tighten the parts listed, to insure proper tightness without straining or distorting parts. These 1956 Buick chassis suspension specifications are for clean and lightly lubricated threads only; dry or dirty threads [...]
SECTION 6-B 1956 BUICK REAR AXLE SERVICE PROCEDURES 6-4 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF 1956 BUICK REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY It is not necessary to remove the 1956 Buick rear axle assembly for repair or replacement of a strut rod, an axle shaft, a wheel bearing, or a wheel bearing seal; however, the 1956 Buick rear axle [...]
SECTION 6-A 1956 BUICK REAR AXLE SPECIFICATIONS, DESCRIPTION, TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS 6-1 1956 BUICK REAR AXLE SPECIFICATIONS Tightening Specifications Use a reliable torque wrench to tighten the parts listed, to insure proper tightening without straining or distorting parts. These 1956 Buick rear axle specifications are for clean and lightly lubricated threads only; dry or dirty threads [...]
SECTION 5-C 1956 BUICK DYNAFLOW REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION, DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 5-13 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF 1956 BUICK DYNAFLOW TRANSMISSION Removal of 1956 Buick Dynaflow Transmission Hoist front and rear of car and rest it solidly on stands placed under frame. Frame side rail should be at least 20" above floor. Disconnect torque tube from [...]
SECTION 5-B 1956 BUICK DYNAFLOW TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS-ADJUSTMENTS ON CAR 5-9 1956 BUICK DYNAFLOW TEST AND INSPECTION Road Test When improper operation of a 1956 Buick Dynaflow transmission is reported, time and expense will usually be saved by first making a thorough road test to observe operation in all ranges under appropriate driving conditions. The road [...]
SECTION 5-A 1956 BUICK DYNAFLOW TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATIONS, DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 5-1 1956 BUICK DYNAFLOW GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 1956 Buick Dynaflow Transmission Identification Number A production identification number is stamped into the lower edge of the reaction shaft flange directly to rear of the high (left) accumulator. The identification number consists of a letter followed by a [...]
SECTION 4-B 1956 BUICK SYNCHROMESH TRANSMISSION AND UNIVERSAL JOINT NOTE: 1956 Buick Synchromesh Transmission is standard and Dynaflow transmission is optional on Series 40. Dynaflow is standard and Synchromesh is not available on Series 50-60-70. 4-7 1956 BUICK SYNCHROMESH TRANSMISSION AND UNIVERSAL JOINT SPECIFICATIONS Tightening Specifications 1956 Buick Synchromesh Transmission Tightening Specifications [...]