Engine Exhaust

Engine Exhaust


Malfunction (Symptoms) Probable Causes Corrective Action (Remedies)
"Exhaust system leaking fumes noisy whistles or rattles" Loose exhaust system attaching parts Tighten loose part(s); for loose manifold (group 15)
"Constricted exhaust pipes muffler spout or muffler" Remove constriction or replace defective part: also see other remedies for last malfunction in this table.
Defective exhaust pipe gasket Replace gasket
"Muffler spout (tail pipe) or exhaust pipes have holes (rusted or burned)" Replace defective part.
"Loose cracked or broken exhaust manifold" Correct defect.
Loose or defective waste destruct injector Install servicable injector
Engine overheats Badly damaged or missing heat shields or parts of exhaust system "Repair reinstall or replace parts as necessary."
"Engine runs rough because of excessive back pressure in exhaust system (3 psi max allowable)" "Constricted or clogged muffer exhaust pipe or spout." Remove constriction or replace clogged muffler. Check waste destruct system for malfunctions that may cause muffler clogging. Check engine for malfunctions that may clog muffer.
Excessive liquid emitted from tail pipe. Waste destruct system malfunctioning (Group 35)