Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Inspect the components. Are there any improperly installed or misaligned components? | -- | ||
2 |
Is the exhaust system leaking and/or making excessive noise? | -- | System OK | |
3 | Inspect the connections at the exhaust manifold and the three way + oxidation catalytic converter. Are there any loose connections at the exhaust manifold or the three way + oxidation catalytic converter? | -- | ||
4 | Tighten all of the fastener connections to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Is the exhaust system leaking and/or making excessive noise? | -- | System OK | |
5 | Inspect the exhaust manifold. Is the exhaust manifold cracked or broken? | -- | ||
6 | Replace the exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement . Is the exhaust system leaking and/or making excessive noise? | -- | System OK | |
7 | Inspect the crossover exhaust pipe. Is there leakage at the crossover exhaust pipe? | -- | ||
8 | Tighten the nuts and the bolts to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Is the exhaust system leaking and/or making excessive noise? | -- | System OK | |
9 | Inspect the seals. Are the seals damaged or worn? | -- | ||
10 | Replace the seals. Is the exhaust system leaking or making excessive noise? | -- | System OK | |
11 | Inspect the intermediate exhaust pipe. Is the intermediate exhaust pipe burned or rusted out? | -- | ||
12 | Replace the intermediate exhaust pipe. Refer to Intermediate Pipe Replacement . Is the exhaust system leaking or making excessive noise? | -- | System OK | |
13 | Inspect the muffler. Is the muffler burned or rusted? | -- | ||
14 | Replace the muffler/tailpipe assembly. Refer to Muffler Replacement . Is the exhaust system leaking or making excessive noise? | -- | System OK | |
15 | Inspect the exhaust component joints and couplings. Is there leakage at the exhaust component joints or couplings? | -- | -- | |
16 |
Is the exhaust system leaking or making excessive noise? | -- | -- | System OK |
