Inspection Procedure 1

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: Exhaust Leakage

DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Start the engine. Have an assistant stay in the driver's seat. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Have the assistant rev the engine while searching for exhaust leaks.
Q: Is the exhaust leaking?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: The procedure is complete.

STEP 2. Check the gasket for cracks, damage.
Q: Is the gasket damaged?
YES: Replace the gasket, then go Step 1.
NO: Go to Step 3 .

STEP 3. Check for loosening in each coupling section.
Q: Is there any loosening in each section?
YES: Tighten, then go to Step 1 .
NO: There is no action to be taken.