Driving the FJ Holden
Some Tips from the Manual
Do not pump the accelerator while starting and do not race the engine immediately after starting. Push the choke control button all the way in as soon as the engine temperature will permit smooth running with button in this position.
Indicator Lights
At the left of the instrument group there is a circular panel marked GEN. (Generator), OIL (Oil Pressure), TEMP (Water Temperature). Immediately the ignition switch is turned on, two red lights will appear - one for Ignition and the other for Oil Presssure.
The former indicates that current is being taken from the battery for the ignition and will remain on until the engine is started and the generator commences to charge the battery. At this stage the light will go out.
Oil Pressure
As soon as the engine starts the "Oil" warning light should go out indicating the the engine lubricating system is working satisfactorily. If the light remains illuminated, stop the engine at once and have the cause investigated.
Water Temperature Indicator
While the cooling system of the engine is automatically controlled there are certain abnormal conditions of operation under which overheating may occur. A warning that this condition exists is provided by a red light and when this appears the engine should be stopped and allowed to cool off before proceeding.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to remove the radiator filler cap until the engine cools down.