Kawasaki Diesel MULE 4010 TRANS 4x4 (KAF950G9). Manual - part 37
5-24 ENGINE TOP END
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Installation
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Installation is the reverse of removal, note the following.
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Tighten:
Torque - Muffler Mounting Bolts: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 ft·lb)
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Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of
the muffler mounting bolts.
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Replace the exhaust pipe gasket and muffler connecting
gasket with new ones.
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After installation, thoroughly warm up the engine, wait un-
til the engine cools down, retighten all the bolts and nuts.
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Inspection
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Before removing, check for signs of leakage at the ex-
haust pipe gasket in the cylinder head and at the muffler
joint.
If there are signs of leakage around the exhaust pipe gas-
ket, it should be replaced. If the muffler-to-exhaust pipe
joint leaks, tighten the joint bolts.
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Check the exhaust pipe and muffler for dents, cracks, rust
and holes.
If the exhaust pipe or muffler is damaged, it should be
replaced for best performance and least noise.
Spark Arrester Cleaning
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Refer to the Spark Arrester Cleaning in the Periodic Main-
tenance chapter.