{"product_id":"vintage-desoto-firedome-shop-manual-s17","title":"DeSoto FireDome Eight Preliminary Shop Manual, Model S-17-1952 — Chrysler\/De Soto Division | MoPar Service, Automotive Service Manual","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"790\" data-start=\"268\"\u003eOriginal dealership literature for the DeSoto FireDome Eight, this \u003cstrong data-end=\"356\" data-start=\"335\"\u003eAutomotive Manual\u003c\/strong\u003e is the factory \u003cem data-end=\"397\" data-start=\"372\"\u003ePreliminary Shop Manual\u003c\/em\u003e for Model S-17. Compiled by Chrysler’s De Soto Division (Detroit 31, Michigan), it’s loaded with exploded diagrams, specification tables, and step-by-step service procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"790\" data-start=\"268\"\u003eSections include the rear axle, Fluid-Torque Drive, cooling, electrical, fuel, steering, and lubrication, plus pages locating vehicle, engine, and body numbers. Photo-verified and ready for your bench or display wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"806\" data-start=\"792\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"855\" data-start=\"809\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"823\" data-start=\"809\"\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage shop manual (paperback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"880\" data-start=\"858\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"867\" data-start=\"858\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11x9x1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"908\" data-start=\"883\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"896\" data-start=\"883\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paper wraps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"939\" data-start=\"911\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"921\" data-start=\"911\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green\/black\/cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1050\" data-start=\"942\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"962\" data-start=\"942\"\u003eOrigin or Maker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrysler Corporation, De Soto Division, Detroit 31, Michigan (as printed on back cover)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1082\" data-start=\"1053\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1069\" data-start=\"1053\"\u003eYear or Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1952\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1132\" data-start=\"1085\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1095\" data-start=\"1085\"\u003eGENRE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automotive \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-how-to-book-collection\" title=\"how to\"\u003eManual\u003c\/a\u003e \/ Service \u0026amp; Repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"1135\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1156\" data-start=\"1135\"\u003eLanguage \/ Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e English; \u003cstrong data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"1166\"\u003eNot paginated\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1271\" data-start=\"1186\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1202\" data-start=\"1186\"\u003eIdentifiers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not provided (back cover shows MoPar\/De Soto Approved Service marks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1302\" data-start=\"1273\"\u003eEdition \u0026amp; Features \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1391\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1326\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003eEdition\/Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1340\" data-start=\"1327\"\u003ePreliminary\u003c\/em\u003e shop manual for Model S-17 (printing not provided)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1437\" data-start=\"1394\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1394\"\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not applicable (paperback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1549\" data-start=\"1440\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1470\" data-start=\"1440\"\u003eIllustrations\/Maps\/Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black-and-white photos, exploded diagrams, and specification tables throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1627\" data-start=\"1552\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1563\" data-start=\"1552\"\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick Reference Index; MoPar and De Soto Approved Service logos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1641\" data-start=\"1629\"\u003eCondition\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eGrade: Fair\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1912\" data-start=\"1666\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1676\" data-start=\"1666\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Working-shop copy with \u003cstrong data-end=\"1744\" data-start=\"1700\"\u003esurface wear, edge rubbing, and staining\u003c\/strong\u003e on covers and pages; \u003cstrong data-end=\"1822\" data-start=\"1766\"\u003efront cover reinforced with tape on the inside board\u003c\/strong\u003e; creases and thumb-soiling from use; text and diagrams remain \u003cstrong data-end=\"1909\" data-start=\"1885\"\u003ecomplete and legible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1912\" data-start=\"1666\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1909\" data-start=\"1885\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1909\" data-start=\"1885\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSee all photos for detail—sold as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-end=\"2204\" data-start=\"1960\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2204\" data-start=\"1962\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1985\" data-start=\"1962\"\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1988\" data-start=\"1985\"\u003eNear Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.\u003cbr data-end=\"2031\" data-start=\"2028\"\u003eVery Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.\u003cbr data-end=\"2083\" data-start=\"2080\"\u003eGood: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.\u003cbr data-end=\"2142\" data-start=\"2139\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2153\" data-start=\"2144\"\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Author \/ Maker: Chrysler Corporation\u003cstrong data-end=\"2329\" data-start=\"2287\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2504\" data-start=\"2271\"\u003eProduced by the Chrysler Corporation\u003cstrong data-end=\"2329\" data-start=\"2287\"\u003e, De Soto Division\u003c\/strong\u003e (Detroit 31, Michigan), this manual represents the factory’s official service guidance for DeSoto FireDome Eight Model S-17 vehicles as distributed to dealership technicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2597\" data-start=\"2506\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2597\" data-start=\"2506\"\u003eAdd authentic DeSoto know-how to your toolbox or garage display—this is the real thing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2623\" data-start=\"2599\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2756\" data-start=\"2624\"\u003eThe vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2900\" data-start=\"2758\"\u003eWhile I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3159\" data-start=\"2902\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2922\" data-start=\"2902\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle with clean, dry hands. Store flat or upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. 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