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Exhaust System Inspection






Exhaust System Inspection

Inspect the exhaust pipes, catalytic converters, muffler, and resonators for cracked joints, broken welds and corrosion damage that would result in a leaking exhaust system. Inspect the clamps, support brackets, and insulators for cracks and corrosion damage.

The slip joint band clamps are spot welded to the exhaust system. If a band clamp must be replaced, the spot weld must be ground off.