For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
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1 | Inspect the following components for looseness:

• | The hangers

• | The heat shields

Are any of the components loose/

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 3

2 | Tighten all the fasteners to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Has the noise and vibration stopped? | -- | System OK | Go to Step 3
3 | Inspect for misaligned components. Are any of the components misaligned? | -- | Go to Step 4 | --
4 | Align the components. Refer to Exhaust System Alignment . Inspect for the following conditions.

• | Bent or damaged hangers

• | Bent or damaged brackets

• | Bent or damaged clamps

Has the noise and the vibration stopped?

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System OK

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