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Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection

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  1. Clean the exhaust manifold mating surfaces.
  2. Clean the exhaust manifold.
  3. Inspect the exhaust manifold mating surfaces for damage.
    Fig 1: Exhaust Manifold (C, H, W)
    G01703640Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Inspect the exhaust manifold flange for straightness, using a straight edge and a feeler gauge.
  5. If the exhaust manifold flange is warped more than 0.05 mm (0.002 in) replace the exhaust manifold.
    Fig 2: Inspect Exhaust Manifold Flange For Straightness
    G01703641Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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