AP49.00-A-4950LA | Exhaust system - inspect leaktightness and condition | 5.2.07 |
ENGINE 904.925 in MODEL 8AB390.053 /054
ENGINE 904.965 in MODEL 8AB390.053 /054
| Checking | ||
Danger! | Risk of accident caused by vehicle starting off by itself when engine is running. Risk of injury caused by contusions and burns during starting procedure or when working near the engine as it is running | Secure vehicle to prevent it from moving by itself. | |
Danger! | Risk of injury to skin and eyes caused by handling hot or glowing objects. | Wear safety gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary. | |
1 | Remove panels on exhaust system if installed | ||
2 | Check complete exhaust system for external damage | ||
3 | Inspect condition and proper installation of metal hoses, pipe clamps and exhaust hanger mounts | ||
4 | Check assembly slot on pipe connections for traces of soot and check for adequate coverage | ||
5 | Start engine and allow to idle | ||
6 | Close off exhaust end pipe to increase the exhaust gas pressure using suitable stop plugs | ||
7 | Check exhaust system at pipe and flange connections for escaping exhaust gas | In the case of leakage of the exhaust system: Retighten pipe or flange connections or replace defective parts of exhaust system - subject to separate repair order. | |
8 | Turn off engine | ||
9 | Mount panels on exhaust system if installed |
Referenced documents
- as0000z000201a Risk of injury. Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects.
- as0000z000501a Risk of accident from vehicle starting off by itself when engine running. Risk of injury (bruises and burns) resulting from working on the engine while it is being started or when it is running.