I want to learn how to do few basic maintence for my car like changing brakes, filters ,etc...i was wondering which book would be better someone is selling a used nissian service manual from the dealer to me for $40 and i can get the chilton one for $15

Just wanted to know if the nissian one is worth getting if i'm doing not that much major work with limited tools,
does anyone know the differnce and benefits of either

i know this is a stupid post but anyone who can help would be greatful

thanks

 

The Haynes manual is preferred here over the Chiltons for basic stuff that you mentioned (changing brakes, filters ,etc). They have pictures and are written for basic mechanics, but the Nissan FSM is more for the advanced user. $40 is a great price though; I paid $90 for mine. The FSM has torque specs for everything and helps a lot for advanced things including troubleshooting electrical items.
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by 95seMax
Just wanted to know if the nissian one is worth getting if i'm doing not that much major work with limited tools,
does anyone know the differnce and benefits of either

I have the Haynes and Nissan FSM, the Haynes is better than the Chilton's but the Nissan FSM is the way to go. At $40 you can't go wrong, you always be able to get your money back if not make a few bucks. I paid $119 for my 97 Nissan Maxima FSM shipped. The FSM has 1583 pages the Haynes 300 or so pages! Your choice.
Be well!!!!

 

chilton is a lot more detailed

 

I have the chilton manual for my max and a haynes manual for another car. To me, the haynes seems much more detailed. The chilton manual doesn't go into depth. It's just like remove this, replace that, and your done!