Exhaust System

This Section covers the general exhaust system adjustments and service procedures.

Always refer to the Master Parts catalog for parts usage and interchangeability before replacing a component part of the exhaust system.

The exhaust system must be free of leaks, binding, grounding and excessive vibrations.

These conditions are usually caused by loose, broken or misaligned clamps, shields, brackets or pipes. If any of these conditions exist, check the exhaust system components and alignment. Adjust or replace as necessary to maintain the specified clearances. Refer to the illustrations in this Section.

Brackets, clamps and insulators should be replaced if they are damaged or badly corroded. Do not attempt to service these parts.

Inspect the inlet pipe(s), outlet pipe(s), catalytic converters, resonator(s) and muffler(s) for cracked joints, broken welds and corrosion damage that would result in a leaking exhaust system. Inspect the clamps, brackets and insulators for cracks and stripped or badly corroded bolt threads. When pipe clamp(s) are loosened and/or removed to replace a pipe, muffler or resonator, replace the clamp(s) if there is reasonable doubt that its service life is limited.