57. Exhaust Manifold Clean and Inspect
Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in Service Precautions.1. Clean the exhaust manifolds in cleaning solvent.
2. Dry the components with compressed air.
3. Inspect the exhaust manifolds for the following:
- Damage to the gasket sealing surfaces (1)
- Damage to the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) pipe fitting (2) (left manifold)
- Damage to the threaded holes (3)
- Restrictions within exhaust passages
- Broken or damaged exhaust manifold heat shields (4) (if applicable)
- Broken or damaged exhaust manifold
4. Measure the alignment or surface flatness of the exhaust manifold flanges using a straight edge and a feeler gauge. Refer to Specifications.
If the surface flatness is not within the specifications, the exhaust manifold is warped and must be replaced.