Dodge dakota 2002 Service Manual page 1657

11 - 2 EXHAUST SYSTEM
EXHAUST SYSTEM (Continued)
DESCRIPTION – 5.9L DIESEL
CAUTION: Avoid application of rust prevention com-
pounds or undercoating materials to exhaust sys-
tem floor pan exhaust heat shields. Light overspray
near the edges is permitted. Application of coating
will result in excessive floor pan temperatures and
objectionable fumes.
The diesel engine exhaust system consists of an
engine exhaust manifold, turbocharger, exhaust pipe,
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - GAS ENGINE
CONDITION
EXCESSIVE EXHAUST NOISE OR
LEAKING EXHAUST GASES
CAUTION:
When servicing and replacing exhaust system components, disconnect the oxygen sensor connector(s). Allowing
the exhaust to hang by the oxygen sensor wires will damage the harness and/or sensor.
EXHAUST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS CHART
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Leaks at pipe joints.
2. Rusted or blown out muffler.
3. Broken or rusted out exhaust
pipe.
4. Exhaust pipe leaking at manifold
flange.
5. Exhaust manifold cracked or
broken.
6. Leak between exhaust manifold
and cylinder head.
7. Catalytic converter rusted or
blown out.
8. Restriction in exhaust system.
resonator, extension pipe (if needed), muffler and
exhaust tailpipe.
California emission vehicales include a catalytic
converter.
The exhaust system must be properly aligned to
prevent stress, leakage and body contact. The
exhaust components should be kept a minimum of
25.4 mm (1.0 in.) away from the body and frame. If
the system contacts any body panel, it may amplify
objectionable noises from the engine or body.
1. Tighten clamps/bolts at leaking
joints.
2. Replace muffler. Inspect exhaust
system.
3. Replace exhaust pipe.
4. Tighten/replace flange attaching
nuts/bolts.
5. Replace exhaust manifold.
6. Tighten exhaust manifold to
cylinder head bolts.
7. Replace catalytic converter assy.
8. Remove restriction, if possible.
Replace restricted part if necessary.
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CORRECTION