Service/Repair manuals

[fishinJohn]

Are they all the same or should I check out a specific brand? I am looking for 98 Silverado for replacing fluids and fairly easy parts. Thanks!

Additional question: I have a one year old receiver hitch that is rusting already after only towing a boat once, do those plastic caps help fight rust or is there any other good way?

[jwhjr]

If you're not looking for anything overly complicated, the Haynes or Chiltons manuals generally will do the job. If you want a complete service manual, the GM ones are good (the name of them escapes me right now) but pricey. I ended up getting the complete 98-05 GM manuals for all vehicles on DVD for a good deal. As for the receiver hitch, I used the plastic cap for a couple of years and it started to rust anyway. I think it actually helps the salt/sand etc. to sit in there during the winter. I stopped using it a couple of years ago and it hasn't gotten any worse. Good luck!

[Jeremy airjer W]

Most public libraries have free access to alldata which is one of the online automotive resources that many independant shops use.

Otherwise the haynes and chiltons will give you a good general idea of how to get r done!

[Scott K]

If you have any specific questions, ask and you may get the answer!