For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
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1 | Inspect for improperly installed or misaligned components. Did you find improperly installed or misaligned components? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Step 3
2 | Align the components and tighten the connections to specifications. Did you find exhaust leakage and /or excessive noise? | -- | Go to Step 3 | System OK
3 | Check for loose connections at the exhaust manifold or the three way catalytic converter. Did you find loose connections? | -- | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5
4 | Tighten all fasteners to specifications. Did you find exhaust leakage and/ or excessive noise? | -- | Go to Step 5 | System OK
5 | Inspect the exhaust manifold. Is the exhaust manifold cracked or broken? | -- | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 7
6 | Replace the exhaust manifold. Did you find exhaust leakage and /or excessive noise? | -- | Go to Step 7 | System OK
7 | Inspect the crossover pipe connections. Did you find leakage at the crossover pipe connections? | -- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 9
8 | Tighten the nuts and bolts to specifications Did you find exhaust leakage and /or excessive noise? | -- | Go to Step 9 | System OK
9 | Inspect all seals. Are the seals damaged or worn? | -- | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 11
10 | Replace the damaged or worn seals. Did you find exhaust leakage and /or excessive noise? | -- | Go to Step 11 | System OK
11 | Inspect the extension pipe. Is the extension pipe burned or rusted? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 13
12 | Replace the extension pipe. Did you find exhaust leakage and /or excessive noise? | -- | Go to Step 13 | System OK
13 | Inspect the muffler. Is the muffler burned or rusted? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 15
14 | Replace the muffler/ tailpipe assembly. Did you find exhaust leakage and /or excessive noise? | -- | Go to Step 15 | System OK
15 | Inspect for leakage at the exhaust component joints or couplings (if not previously serviced). Did you find leakage? | -- | Go to Step 16 | System OK
16 | Replace the seals and tighten flange bolts to specifications or weld the joints where leakage is present. Is the repair complete? | -- | System OK | --