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Exhaust Flap Vacuum Diaphragm, Checking






Exhaust Flap Vacuum Diaphragm, Checking

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Hand Vacuum Pump (VAS 6213)

Procedure

- Disconnect hose on vacuum diaphragm for exhaust flap at rear muffler.





- Connect hand vacuum pump to vacuum diaphragm.

- Generate vacuum using hand vacuum pump.

Linkage must move upward.

- Vent the hand vacuum pump.

Linkage must move downward.

If linkage does not move:

- Check the linkage for ease of movement and check the vacuum diaphragm for leaks.