Exhaust Manifold Cleaning And Inspection

Special Tool(s) 

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)

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1. Clean the exhaust manifold using a suitable solvent. Inspect the manifold for cracks or broken flanges.
2. Place a straight edge across the exhaust manifold flanges and check for warping with a feeler gauge.
   Fig 2: Checking Exhaust Manifold Warpage

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