48 chrysler lubrication chart

[harmony]

Does anyone have an illustration or a link to one, of the location of all the grease nipples on a 46-48 Chrysler?

Thanks

[Plymouthy Adams]

do you  have the repair manual for your car.....if so usually in the very back there is a lubrication chart with all the lube points, periodic checking and types of lube per application...

[Andydodge]

Three on the upper A arm, 3 on the lower A arm, 2 on each kingpin, at least 4 on the tierod assembly, thats 20 straight up, could be a couple more just for fun, 2 or 3 on the driveshaft, possibly a couple on the spring gaters, and up to 4 or more on the pedal pivot assembly.........they are everywhere....lol.........but both workshop manual and owners manual should have a lubrication diagram........you could even use a diagram of the lubrication points for any similar year mopar, ie, Plymouth/Dodge or DeSoto as that would certainly give you a good starting point as the suspension and steering was basically similar over all mopar brands......or at least close enough to get the job done..........andyd      

Edited October 1, 2019 by Andydodge

[harmony]

Thanks guys. 

[Dodgeb4ya]

Out of the shop manual...

[harmony]

1 hour ago, Dodgeb4ya said:

Out of the shop manual...

Thanks dodgeb4ya, so is there a grease nipple on the rear wheel bearings?  The car is going in to have the brakes looked at and I thought since I don't really have an efficient way of getting the car high in the air at home, I might as well get a grease job while I'm there, and I want them to make sure they get all the nipples.

[Plymouthy Adams]

not a nipple...but a removable plug...as with all cap and plugs...thoroughly clean before removing....

[harmony]

1 hour ago, Plymouthy Adams said:

not a nipple...but a removable plug...as with all cap and plugs...thoroughly clean before removing....

oh ok, so would the standard powered grease gun hose at a mechanic garage just be held up to the opening once the plug is out?  Is it easily spotted once the car is in the air?  Does the wheel have to come off to see it?

[Plymouthy Adams]

If you wish to maintain your car yourself and for that matter know that the service shop is fully lubricating your car when you carry it to them....I suggest you get the manual for your vehicle so you can know when, where and how to lube and what lube is required.  As for the rear axle, these plugs are between the leaf spring and the backing plate and depending on what side you looking at will be around 5 and 7 o'clock.  The tip is to use 1/2 ounce of wheel bearing grease applied with low pressure at 20K miles intervals...DO NOT OVER LUBE.....

[greg g]

There are also a couple zerks on the clutch and brake pedal pivots.  There are also two plugs are the ends of the rear axle, these are not meant to accept zerks but it is proper to remove the plugs and push some grease with your thumb then replace the plugs.  While you are there on top of the axle housing is a brake line brass t fitting.  On top of that is Avent for the rear axle.  This is meant to release the pressure build up from heat so lub doesn't get pushed past the outer bearing seals.just give it a wiggle to make sure re it moves freely.

 

Don't forget the oil cups on the genny, distributor, and back of the speedo.  And if you are going to be complete door hinges, latches, hood and trunk hinges might like a bit of white lithium spray.and you might want to check the parking brake adjusters while you in the area.

Edited October 2, 2019 by greg g

[Plymouthy Adams]

Greg only futher makes the point that your repair manual is chocked full of such goodies....the lube chart is just one.....In every section are do's and don't and warning and cautions in outlined boxes to keep you and the car safe and happy....