Teaches students the theory, operation, diagnosis, and service of modern drive train components. It includes information on the latest clutches, manual transmissions and transaxles, solid and independent rear axle assemblies, drive shafts and drive axles, U-joints, and CV joints. Basic drive train components, such as gears, bearings, and seals, are identifi ed and explained. The text also includes detailed explanations of electronically controlled systems. Scan tool use and code retrieval to aid in diagnosis are covered. It is correlated to the Manual Drive Train and Axles section of the ASE Education Foundation Task List and prepares students for ASE Certifi cation Test A3, Manual Drive Train and Axles.