SECTION 7-A 1955 BUICK CHASSIS SUSPENSION SPECIFICATIONS AND DESCRIPTION 7-1 1955 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 1955 Buick chassis suspension specifications are for clean and lightly lubricated threads only; dry or dirty threads produce [...]
SECTION 6-B 1955 BUICK REAR AXLE SERVICE PROCEDURES 6-4 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF 1955 BUICK REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY It is not necessary to remove the 1955 Buick rear axle assembly for any of the repairs outlined in this section; however, these procedures can be used as outlined if the assembly is removed from the car. The [...]
SECTION 6-A 1955 BUICK REAR AXLE SPECIFICATIONS, DESCRIPTION TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS 6-1 1955 BUICK REAR AXLE SPECIFICATIONS Tightening Specifications Use a reliable torque wrench to tighten the parts listed, to insure proper tightness without straining or distorting parts. These 1955 Buick rear axle specifications are for clean and lightly lubricated threads only; dry or dirty threads [...]
SECTION 5-C 1955 BUICK DYNAFLOW TRANSMISSION REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION, DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 5-13 1955 BUICK DYNAFLOW REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Removal of 1955 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 torque ball [...]
SECTION 5-B 1955 BUICK DYNAFLOW TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS-ADJUSTMENTS ON CAR 5-9 1955 BUICK DYNAFLOW TEST AND INSPECTION Road Test When improper operation of a 1955 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 test [...]
SECTION 5-A 1955 BUICK DYNAFLOW SPECIFICATIONS, DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 5-1 1955 BUICK DYNAFLOW GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 1955 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 number. See [...]
SECTION 4-B 1955 BUICK SYNCHROMESH TRANSMISSION AND UNIVERSAL JOINT NOTE: 1955 Buick Synchromesh Transmissions are standard and 1955 Buick Dynaflow transmissions are optional on Series 40-50-60. Dynaflow is standard and Synchromesh is not available on Series 70. 4-7 1955 BUICK SYNCHROMESH TRANSMISSION AND UNIVERSAL JOINT SPECIFICATIONS Tightening Specifications 1955 Buick Synchromesh Transmission Tightening Specifications [...]
SECTION 4-A 1955 BUICK CLUTCH - SERIES 40-50-60 4-1 1955 BUICK CLUTCH SPECIFICATIONS Tightening Specifications 1955 Buick Clutch Tightening Specifications 1955 Buick Clutch Specifications 1955 Buick Clutch Specifications 1955 Buick Clutch Specification 4-2 DESCRIPTION OF 1955 BUICK CLUTCH Single plate, dry disc clutches of two different designs are used [...]
SECTION 3-C 1955 BUICK FUEL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS AND REPLACEMENTS-EXCEPT IN PUMP AND CARBURETOR ASSEMBLIES 3-7 1955 BUICK AIR CLEANER, GAS FILTER, AND MANIFOLD VALVE SERVICE 1955 Buick Air Cleaner Service An air cleaner with a dirty element, or with oil that is dirty, too heavy, or too high in the reservoir will restrict the air flow [...]
SECTION 3-B 1955 BUICK FUEL SYSTEM TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS 3-4 HARD STARTING OF A 1955 BUICK Improper Use of 1955 Buick Accelerator Pedal To avoid complaints of hard starting, owners should be advised on the proper use of the 1955 Buick accelerator pedal for starting the engine. When the engine is cold, depress the 1955 Buick accelerator pedal just far [...]