Diagnosis And Testing - Exhaust System Noises And Leaks

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EXHAUST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS CHART

CONDITION	POSSIBLE CAUSE	CORRECTION
EXCESSIVE EXHAUST NOISE	1. Leaks at pipe joints.	1. Tighten flanges to specified torque at leaking joints. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
	2. Burned or blown out muffler.	2. Replace muffler/tailpipe assembly. Refer to MUFFLER, EXHAUST, REMOVAL and TAILPIPE, EXHAUST, REMOVAL . Check exhaust system.
	3. Burned or rusted-out exhaust pipe.	3. Replace muffler/tailpipe assembly. Refer to MUFFLER, EXHAUST, REMOVAL and TAILPIPE, EXHAUST, REMOVAL .
	4. Exhaust pipe leaking at manifold flange.	4. Tighten connection attaching nuts. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
	5. Exhaust manifold cracked or broken.	5. Replace exhaust manifold. Refer to MANIFOLD, EXHAUST, REMOVAL, 5.7L .
	6. Leak between exhaust manifold and cylinder head.	6. Tighten exhaust manifold to cylinder head stud nuts or bolts. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
	7. Restriction in muffler or tailpipe.	7. Remove restriction, if possible. Replace muffler or tailpipe, as necessary.
	8. Exhaust system contacting body or chassis.	8. Re-align exhaust system to clear surrounding components.
LEAKING EXHAUST GASES	1. Leaks at pipe joints.	1. Tighten flanges. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
EXHAUST FUMES ENTERING INTO VEHICLE	2. Quarter panel exhauster not sealing properly or broken	2. Repair or replace the quarter panel exhauster. Refer to EXHAUSTER, QUARTER PANEL, REMOVAL .