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DeSoto (1952-1959) repair manuals

Repair your DeSoto Firedome, Fireflite, Firesweep or Powermaster (1952-1959) yourself! Save money with our detailed manuals for DIY repairs on DeSoto cars. Clear instructions for maintenance, troubleshooting, and parts replacement.

1952-1953 De Soto Shop Manual - Models S-16, S-17 and S-18

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1952-1953 De Soto passenger cars.

Models:
- S-16 Firedome
- S-17 Firedome
- S-18 Powermaster.

Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window lift mechanisms, seats, interior trim, interior lamps).

  • Clear, very detailed instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
  • High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
  • This is the same technical manual as was used in the DeSoto dealer's workshop at the time. DeSoto reference: D-14405.

Product details

Author:De Soto Division, Chrysler Corporation
Details:584 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 2.8 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 1.1 in, paperback
Illustrations:profusely illustrated
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2020)
ISBN:9781791404543
Cover repair manual 1952-1953 De Soto Shop Manual - Models S-16, S-17 and S-18

1952-1953 De Soto Shop Manual - Models S-16, S-17 and S-18

Language: English

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1954-1955 De Soto Shop Manual - Models S-19, S-20, S-21 and S-22

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1954-1955 De Soto passenger cars.

Models:
- S-19 Firedome (1954)
- S-20 Powermaster (1954)
- S-21 Fireflite (1955)
- S-22 Firedome (1955).

Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window lift mechanisms, seats, interior trim, interior lamps).

  • Clear, very detailed instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
  • High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
  • This is the same technical manual as was used in the DeSoto dealer's workshop at the time. DeSoto reference: D-15253.

Product details

Author:De Soto Division, Chrysler Corporation
Details:722 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 3.5 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 1.38 in, paperback
Illustrations:profusely illustrated
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2020)
ISBN:9781791404284
Cover repair manual 1954-1955 De Soto Shop Manual - Models S-19, S-20, S-21 and S-22

1954-1955 De Soto Shop Manual - Models S-19, S-20, S-21 and S-22

Language: English

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1956 De Soto Service Manual - Firedome S-23, Fireflite S-24

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1956 De Soto passenger cars.

Models:
- S-23 Firedome
- S-24 Fireflite.

Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window lift mechanisms, seats, interior trim, interior lamps).

  • Clear, very detailed instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
  • High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
  • This is the same technical manual as was used in the DeSoto dealer's workshop at the time. DeSoto reference: D-15538.

Product details

Author:De Soto Division, Chrysler Corporation
Details:416 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 2 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.79 in, paperback
Illustrations:profusely illustrated
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2020)
ISBN:9781791404291
Cover repair manual 1956 De Soto Service Manual - Firedome S-23, Fireflite S-24

1956 De Soto Service Manual - Firedome S-23, Fireflite S-24

Language: English

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1957 De Soto Service Manual - Firedome S-25, Fireflite S-26, Firesweep S-27

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1957 De Soto passenger cars.

Models:
- S-25 Firedome
- S-26 Fireflite
- S26A Adventurer
- S-27 Firesweep.

Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window lift mechanisms, seats, interior trim, interior lamps).

  • Clear, very detailed instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
  • High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
  • This is the same technical manual as was used in the DeSoto dealer's workshop at the time. DeSoto reference: D-15900.

Product details

Author:De Soto Division, Chrysler Corporation
Details:454 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 2.2 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.87 in, paperback
Illustrations:profusely illustrated
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2020)
ISBN:9781791404307
Cover repair manual 1957 De Soto Service Manual - Firedome S-25, Fireflite S-26, Firesweep S-27

1957 De Soto Service Manual - Firedome S-25, Fireflite S-26, Firesweep S-27

Language: English

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1958-1959 De Soto Service Manual - Firesweep LS1, Firedome LS2, Fireflite LS3

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1958-1959 De Soto passenger cars.

Models:
- LS1 Firesweep
- LS2 Firedome
- LS3-H Fireflite
- LS3-S Adventurer.

Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window lift mechanisms, seats, interior trim, interior lamps).

  • Clear, very detailed instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
  • High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
  • This is the same technical manual as was used in the DeSoto dealer's workshop at the time. DeSoto reference: D-16349.

Product details

Author:De Soto Division, Chrysler Corporation
Details:560 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 2.7 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 1.06 in, paperback
Illustrations:profusely illustrated
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2020)
ISBN:9781791404314
Cover repair manual 1958-1959 De Soto Service Manual - Firesweep LS1, Firedome LS2, Fireflite LS3

1958-1959 De Soto Service Manual - Firesweep LS1, Firedome LS2, Fireflite LS3

Language: English

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