19. Exhaust Pipe And Muffler; 20. Fuel System For Leakage - Subaru XT 1988 Service Manual

1-4 PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
Carefully check the root portion of the boots, and the can·
20. FUEL SYSTEM FOR LEAKAGE
dition of the clip . .
3. Check the tie· rod end lock nut for looseness.
Tightening torque:
78 - 88 N·m (8.0 - 9.0 kg·m, 58 - 65 ft·lb)
19. EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER
CHECK POINTS
,. Exhaust system's installation
2. Exhaust gas leakage.
1. Check the exhaust system's installation for looseness,
damage and possible interference with other parts.
When the engine is running, and for a short time after it is
stopped, the exhaust system remains very hot; use extreme
care and don't get burnt during this evolution.
Tightening torque:
Front exhaust pipe to engine
25 - 29 N·m (2.6 - 3.0 kg·m, 19 - 22 ft·lb)
Front exhaust pipe to rear exhaust pipe
13 - 23 N·m (1.3 - 2.3 kg·m, 9 - 17 ft·lb)
Rear exhaust pipe to muffler
42 - 52 N'm (4.3 - 5.3 kg·m, 31 - 38 ft-Ib)
Front exhaust pipe to bracket
25 - 34 N·m (2.5 - 3.5 kg-m, 18 - 25 ft-Ib)
Tail pipe cutter to muffler
29 - 39 N'm (3.0 - 4.0 kg·m, 22 - 29 ft·lb)
CHECK POINTS
,. I nstallation of fuel hose and pipe. And
condition of clamps
2. Fuel system for leakage
1. Check the fuel and air breather pipes visually or by feeling
with your fingers from the underside. Retighten the clamps if
necessary.
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a. When retightening the clamps, do not tighten them exces-
sively.
b. When checking the fuel system, use extreme care to prevent
accidental fires.
2. Without starting the engine, turn the ignition switch to
the ON position, and operate the fuel pump to pressurize the
fuel system. Then check the fuel system for leakage.
Check the fuel hose's layout, and also search for interference
with other parts, twists, or damage, check the condition of the
clamps.