Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Check for any kinked exhaust pipes. 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 exhaust muffler and visually check for restrictions. Are there any restrictions in the exhaust muffler? | -- | ||
4 | Replace the exhaust muffler. Refer to Muffler Replacement or Muffler Replacement . 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 three way catalytic converter. Is there a plugged three way catalytic converter? | -- | -- | |
8 | Refer to Restricted Exhaust System Check in Engine Controls-3.1L or Restricted Exhaust System Check in Engine Controls-3.8L to diagnose the cause of the restriction. Is the exhaust system still restricted? | -- | -- | System OK |
