How long does one have to wait to get the Chilton's or Haynes Manual for a car model? (specifically this one).

If it's not a flex fuel, Autozone has them. It covers 96-01.

I need to go look at that book. On the cover it shows the wrong body style. So I am a little leary of it. While I have a preference for chilton's I do find hanyes useful.

Thanks,
Russell

Most of the items are the same from 96-01, some things changed though. Mostly intake design, etc. Nothing really major that would make the book useless to you though. The only thing I find with the Haynes, in this case, is that they focus a lot on the Vulcan, and state the Duratec is similar. The Duratec is not similar, save for the fact that it's a V6, and in a Taurus. Other than that, it's a completely different animal.

The basics are thorough though (brakes, etc), and at about $12, it's not a bad deal.

I guess you caught me on that one. With the 3.0L not DOHC. Do I have the Vulcan or Duratec?

Oh, sorry about that. The 3.0 OHV (the one you have) is the Vulcan.

Bob,
maybe you can help me with this item. This car has those high dollar electoric security keys. I guess they keep crooks from taking your car. However, the dealer seems to get what the crooks leave. I've been qouted from $88 to $150 for one key. Since I only have one at this point for the car. I need a couple more. Is there a way around having to pay so much for them?

Thanks,
Russell

Bob, I purchased the haynes manual today. I prefer Chilton's but they are not out yet. Thanks for the tip.

Russell