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1949 Dodge Wayfarer,
SN# 37032385
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1949 Dodge Wayfarer
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DESIGN
Style, size,
exterior details,
interior details
MECHANICAL
Engine, carburator, transmission, brakes, wheels frame, shock absorbers
PRICES
Wayfarer, Coronet, Meadowbrook and models
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1949 Dodge Wayfarer
Controls
CLUTCH PEDAL
When the clutch pedal is in the released position, the clutch is engaged with the transmission. when the pedal is depressed to the floor, the clutch is disengaged to permit shifting of gears. There should be one inch of free movement in the clutch pedal at all times. Avoid driving with the foot resting on the pedal, as this will cause unnecessary wear on the clutch parts.
BRAKE PEDAL
The brakes are sensitive to the lightest pedal pressure. When the brake pedal is depressed, equal braking pressure is applied to all four wheels by hydraulic fluid transmitted from a master cylinder to individual wheel cylinders. When pedal travel becomes excessive, see your Dodge dealer.
ACCELERATOR PEDAL
The degree of pressure you exert on this pedal controls the speed of your car. The balanced construction of this pedal lessens leg and foot fatigue on long drives and assures more positive control of car speed. Avoid tramping on the accelerator pedal while waiting for traffic signals, as this habit wastes gas.
HEADLIGHT DIMMER BUTTON
This button-switch operates only when the headlights are on. Depress the button with your foot to transfer the headlights from "high" to "low" beam and vice versa. A red warning light in the speedometer face lights up when the headlights are in the "high" beam position. Driving courtesy demands that you switch lights to "low" beam whenever approaching vehicles on the highway.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Adjustment of the front seat is regulated by a release lever located on the left side of the seat. Lift this lever to slide the seat forward or backward to obtain the most comfortable position. The front seat has an adjustment range of five inches. As the seat moves forward it also rises to provide better visibility for the driver who needs to be close to the foot controls.