Exhaust System, Checking For Leaks
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-- Start the engine and let it run at idle.
-- Seal off the tail pipes with cloths for the duration of the leak test.
-- Check for leaks by listening at connection areas of cylinder head/exhaust manifold, exhaust manifold/front exhaust pipe etc.
-- Repair the detected leaks.