Exhaust System Repair | Scotts Auto Center

The exhaust system in a vehicle runs from the engine to the exhaust pipe, allowing the harmful gases from the combustion process to bypass the cabin of the car, where it could be potentially harmful. The exhaust system also quiets excess noise from the engine and acts as a filtering agent to protect the environment. The exhaust manifold, the oxygen sensor, the muffler, exhaust pipes, and the catalytic converter make up the exhaust system as a whole. This system must be properly regulated in order to ensure the safety of the driver and passengers as well as the environment and the efficiency of the vehicle.

How do you know if you need a repair?

There are several apparent signs that you should look for to determine when your vehicle requires servicing of the Exhaust System!

A broken muffler will cause your car's exhaust to become noticeably louder.
A ticking sound that gets louder (or faster) as you hit the gas may indicate either an issue with the exhaust manifold or a leak in another section of the system, which is allowing the exhaust to escape prematurely.
A rattling sound when you start the engine could be a sign that the vehicle's catalytic converter needs to be replaced.
Vibrations and decreased fuel efficiency are both signs of a potential exhaust leak somewhere in the system and should be looked at by a mechanic.
An issue with the exhaust of a car has the potential to be hazardous, so it's always good to have your exhaust checked periodically as part of your vehicle's maintenance.

may cause the problem and how can you prevent it?

Beyond general wear and tear, which all vehicles are subject to as they age, you should pay attention to how frequently you are driving on treated roads. Salt and moisture can cause rust in the important sections of the exhaust system, which will eventually lead to leaks. You can easily manage this by hosing off the bottom of your car after driving on treated roads and taking the vehicle in for exhaust inspections. Doing this will also aid in addressing small leaks before they become a more serious and extensive problem! There are several ways to keep your car clean, so as not to cause corrosion on your muffler or exhaust pipe. Parking in a dry location is one of the easiest ways to keep rust and corrosion from occurring. Taking your car for its annual maintenance service will also assist in preventing rust and corrosion as well. When the engine is not running the way it should, the car car emit harmful chemicals which lead to the interior deterioration of the muffler. Therefore, an engine that runs the way it should will not harm the exhaust system of your vehicle.

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While the Exhaust System of your vehicle may not seem like one of the vital organs to be concerned of, there are a number of things that can occur which can be costly either to repair or replace. Taking the necessary steps to protect the Exhaust system on your car may be the best preventative measures available, but it does require positive health from the car as a whole. Contact Scott's Auto Center today, to have your Exhaust System inspected for rust or corrosion!

Exhaust System

Service Breakdown:

Catalytic converter replacement

Center exhaust section replacement

Downpipe replacement

Exhaust inspection

Manifold replacement

Muffler replacement

How do you know if you need a repair?

may cause the problem and how can you prevent it?

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