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For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Check for leaks at the exhaust manifold or the exhaust pipe connections.

Are there leaks at the exhaust maniifold or the exhaust pipe connections?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 3

2

Tighten the clamps at the leaking connections to the correct specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Has the leakage stopped?

--

System OK

Go to Step 3

3

Check for a burned or blown-out muffler.

Is either of the mufflers burned or blown out?

--

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

  1. Replace the muffler. Refer to Muffler .
  2. Check the engine performance.

Are there still exhaust noises?

--

System OK

Go to Step 5

5

Check the exhaust pipe at the exhaust manifold flange.

Is the exhaust pipe leaking?

--

Go to Step 6

System OK

6

  1. Replace the exhaust manifold as necessary. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  2. Tighten the retaining bolts to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Are there still exhaust noises?

--

Go to Step 7

System OK

7

Check to see if the exhaust manifold is cracked or broken.

Is the exhaust manifold cracked or broken?

--

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

8

Repair or replace the exhaust manifold as necessary. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement in Engine Mechanical.

Are there still exhaust noises?

--

Go to Step 9

System OK

9

Check for a leak between the exhaust manifold and the cylinder head.

Is there a leak between the exhaust manifold and the cylinder head?

--

Go to Step 10

System OK

10

Tighten the bolts between the exhaust manifold and the cylinder head to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications in Engine Mechanical.

Are there still exhaust noises?

--

--

System OK