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Inspection Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Right Exhaust Manifold Inspection Points
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  1. Inspect the right exhaust manifold for the following:
    • Damage to the exhaust manifold mounting holes (1)
    • Damage to the threaded holes (2) for the heat shield
    • Damage or excessive corrosion to the exhaust manifold exterior (3)
    • Damage to the exhaust manifold flange bolt holes (4)
  2. Fig 2: Identifying Right Exhaust Manifold Gasket Sealing Surfaces
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  3. Inspect the right exhaust manifold for the following:
    • Damage to the gasket sealing surfaces (1)
    • Damage or restrictions within the exhaust passages (2)
  4. Repair or replace the right exhaust manifold and/or components as necessary.
  5. Fig 3: Checking Right Exhaust Manifold Flatness
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  6. Measure the alignment or surface flatness of the exhaust manifold flanges, using a straight edge and a feeler gage. Exhaust manifold surface flatness must not exceed 0.254 mm (0.010 in).
  7. If the surface flatness is not within specifications, the exhaust manifold is warped and must be replaced.