• | Inspect the following areas: |
- | The exhaust pipes |
- | The seals |
- | The three-way catalytic converters |
- | The tailpipes |
• | Inspect the exhaust system for the following conditions: |
- | Broken welds |
- | Corrosion that could cause a leak |
- | Cracked joints |
• | Inspect the following components: |
- | The clamps |
- | The brackets |
- | The insulators |
• | Inspect the exhaust system for cracks. Inspect the connections for stripped bolt heads. Inspect the fasteners for rusted bolt threads. |
• | The exhaust system, including the heat shields, must be free of the following conditions: |
- | Leaks |
- | Binding |
- | Grounding |
- | Excessive vibration |
• | If any of these conditions exist, inspect the exhaust system component alignment. Align as necessary. Replace as necessary. |