Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Check for any bent exhaust pipe(s). Are there any kinked exhaust pipes? | -- | ||
2 | Repair or replace the exhaust pipe(s) as necessary. Is there still excessive back pressure? | -- | System OK | |
3 | Remove the muffler/resonator and visually check for restrictions. Are there any restrictions in the muffler/resonator? | -- | ||
4 | Replace the muffler/resonator. Is there still excessive back pressure? | -- | System OK | |
5 | Check for a crimped tail pipe or an obstruction in the tail pipe. Is the tail pipe crimped or obstructed? | -- | ||
6 | Remove the obstruction or straighten the crimp in the tail pipe. If the tail pipe is damaged, replace the muffler/tail pipe assembly. Is the exhaust system still restricted? | -- | System OK | |
7 | Check for a plugged catalytic converter. Is there a plugged catalytic converter? | -- | -- | |
8 | Refer to Restricted Exhaust System Check in Engine Controls to diagnose the cause of the restriction. Is the exhaust system still restricted? | -- | -- | System OK |
