Step  | Action  | Value(s)  | Yes  | No  | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
1  | Inspect the components. Are there any improperly installed or misaligned components?  | --  | ||
2  | 
 Is the exhaust system leaking and/or making excessive noise?  | --  | System OK  | |
3  | Inspect the connections at the exhaust manifold and the three way + oxidation catalytic converter. Are there any loose connections at the exhaust manifold or the three way + oxidation catalytic converter?  | --  | ||
4  | Tighten all of the fastener connections to specifications. Refer to Exhaust System Clearances . Is the exhaust system leaking and/or making excessive noise?  | --  | System OK  | |
5  | Inspect the exhaust manifold. Is the exhaust manifold cracked or broken?  | --  | ||
6  | Replace the exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement . Is the exhaust system leaking and/or making excessive noise?  | --  | System OK  | |
7  | Inspect the crossover exhaust pipe. Is there leakage at the crossover exhaust pipe?  | --  | ||
8  | Tighten the nuts and the bolts to specifications. Refer to Exhaust System Clearances . Is the exhaust system leaking and/or making excessive noise?  | --  | System OK  | |
9  | Inspect the seals. Are the seals damaged or worn?  | --  | ||
10  | Replace the seals. Is the exhaust system leaking or making excessive noise?  | --  | System OK  | |
11  | Inspect the intermediate exhaust pipe. Is the intermediate exhaust pipe burned or rusted out?  | --  | ||
12  | Replace the intermediate exhaust pipe. Refer to Intermediate Pipe . Is the exhaust system leaking or making excessive noise?  | --  | System OK  | |
13  | Inspect the muffler. Is the muffler burned or rusted?  | --  | ||
14  | Replace the muffler/tailpipe assembly. Refer to Muffler . Is the exhaust system leaking or making excessive noise?  | --  | System OK  | |
15  | Inspect the exhaust component joints and couplings. Is there leakage at the exhaust component joints or couplings?  | --  | --  | |
16  | 
 Is the exhaust system leaking or making excessive noise?  | --  | --  | System OK  |