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After reading the post on the shift solenoid problem I am still lost. Can anyone tell me where the connector is on the transaxle and a picture or a link to the connector pin out. I would like to prove it is not a wiring problem. The tranny shifts fine and has had a recent total flush. The MIL is on and it has failed PA OBD II test as a result. I hate to ask for a "cheat" like wiring a resistor in place of the solenoid but.... Can the soleniod be replaced with out removing the tranny? Are there any "watchouts" if I have to remove say the valve body to access this part? I do wrench quite a bit and can do electrical trouble shooting if I know where to look for what. Thanks in advance for any help.

ECU throws the PO733 code Manual talks of the SL solenoid valve. Car seems to lock the TC, is this the function of the SL valve has anyone ever had to change this solenoid? Pull the pan and whoop der itis??? I tried several searches and did not see this valve mentioned. All help appreciated.

I have used the search function and read many posts but still don't see the answer. I have a 96 ES300 it needs both outer CV boots replaced. I have the 6 hex bolt style shafts. I want to do this my self and believe in the Toyota rep for quality CV joints. I just am going to replace the boots. (using Toyota kits) I have read the Autozone replacement procedure I don't understand the separation of the axle from the transaxle. After I mark the flanges and take out the hex bolts. Doesn't the shaft come off the flange? The picture doesn't help and the article says "Remove the 6 hex head bolts from the driveshaft, then pry the assembly out. On the left side you will have to remove the bearing lock bolt and snap ring prior to removal." I would also like to know if popping the ball joint is the easiest way to get the lower susp. loose vs removing the control arm.