On Thu, 21 Oct 2010 12:02:28 -0500, dpb wrote:

LSMFT wrote:
...

It's an American lack of engineering intelligence. Replaceable parts
should be accessible. ...

BS.

I can give you a list of any number of non-US manufactured vehicles that
are at least as difficult if not worse for routine maintenance access
items...

My son's Audi seems to start every job with "Remove front bumper,
cowl, and radiator.g

Jim