In removing the rear axle shaft, you would first remove the six or eight bolts that secure the inner CV-joint to the differential output flange. These bolts will typically have either Allen heads or external Torx heads. The bolts are not usually a problem to remove. If the car is up in the air (at the
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My SERVICE ENGINE SOON light came on. The manual says that something is amiss with the emission control systems. Can I diagnose and repair this?
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The CHECK ENGINE light (or SERVICE ENGINE SOON) will only come on when the engine management system
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