GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you check for a restricted exhaust system?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Restricted Exhaust System Check in Engine Controls - 3.8L.

2

Remove the muffler.

Visually inspect the muffler.

Is the muffler faulty?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 3

3

Replace the muffler. Refer to Muffler Replacement

Does the vehicle still have a loss of power and/or internal rattles?

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Go to Step 4

System OK

4

Inspect the catalytic converter.

Is the honeycomb broken in the catalytic converter?

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Go to Step 5

System OK

5

Replace the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement .

Does the vehicle still have a loss of power and/or internal rattles?

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System OK