ok i posted a thing awhile ago about the messed up 240.....well actually the axels not bent the frames not bent, the transmissions fine and goes through all gears...the only problem is that the steering linkage is broken.....and i dont have a key so.....i need some advice on either how to get the igniton off or how to get a key for the car

 

get a haynes manual. it'll tell you how to get the ignition off. get it from auto zone.

 

Theres also a key code in the door i think or in the glove box. you can get that and go to the dealer and get a brand new key made.

 

You could also call a locksmith. They will also be able to make a key for you from the key code. They actually might be less expensive than the dealer.

 

My local dealer charges $6.00 to cut a key from the code. I doubt a locksmith will be cheaper than that.

Also, I don't think Haynes makes a manual for the 240, do they?

I'd recommend the FSM (Factory Service Manual) above all others, you can find them for ~$50 on eBay. There is also a Chilton's manual, but it is full of unclear/incorrect info - which makes it useless unless you know the correct info without the book.

-Justin
www.saltgod.org

 

I will have to check out the dealer then. I would like two new keys myself.

The chiltons is good for it's pictures. They are actual shots with diagrams.

 

i honestly dont think that there is a manual or you 89 S13. i looked or mine cuz i like the diagrams but there is none except or the FSM. sorry man........... it is worth the money though

 

there is a chilton's. 89-92 240SX and then 93-on 240sx/altima in one book.

 

man i wish i had one... i would read it front to back... im gonna have to get myself one of those.. and leave it in the glove compartment... its nice to have when your pulling your hair out left and right

 

are you serious?????
i hit every autozone/napa/advanced auto parts in erie county!
olny ones i found was the one for like 82-92 hardbody,200,240,stanza and i think thats it.

i just said f*ck it. i had to get bizzy on my joint. why you think i asked so many damn questions

i wish i woulda checked it out

 

Your best bet is Ebay for the FSM and Barnes and Nobles for the Chiltons.

They will both have them in stock. If Ebay doesn't you can call the dealership and order one.

 

I think the Chilton's has been out of print for a while, but you can still find it kicking around at some bookstores.

I think I may have a couple of copies of it (I bought a whole bunch a few years ago from a clearance place). I'll take a look.

-Justin
www.saltgod.org