FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Component Tests and General Diagnostics

The occurrence of exhaust leakage or abnormal noise is caused by cracks or strain in the gasket, or by when the exhaust pipe or muffler is damaged due to impacts during travel. The exhaust leaks from these sections and causes the exhaust noise to increase. There may be cases when there is interference with the body and vibration noise is generated.

EXHAUST SYSTEM (CONNECTION PORTION OF MUFFLER, PIPINGS AND CONVERTER HEAT SHIELDS) (CHECK AND SERVICE AS REQUIRED)
1. Check for holes and gas leaks due to damage, corrosion, etc.
2. Check the joints and connections for looseness and gas leaks.
3. Check the hanger rubber and brackets for damage.