If you flew over a significant bump going too fast, you cannot only knock your tailpipe out of whack but also damage your suspension. Texan Auto Repair & Collision advises that a tailpipe that makes contact with the road can be dented, torn, or left hanging too low. In severe cases, you may even rip the tailpipe off the exhaust system. This is just one sign that your vehicle has an exhaust system problem. We are going to list the other signs below for your information.
A Ton of Engine Noise
Your car, truck, or utility vehicle should never sound like a NASCAR race car. If the engine is suddenly extremely loud and rattling, you’ve got a problem with the muffler and the muffler needs to be replaced. Another sign that the exhaust system is having a problem that causes noise is rattling, hissing, or tapping sounds coming from the engine. This is the sound of scorching hot exhaust escaping from a cracked exhaust manifold gasket.
Decreased Engine Power
Unfortunately, the cracked gasket can cause a decrease in your engine’s power and acceleration because it is filling the engine with exhaust gases. Another thing that can affect your vehicle’s acceleration and engine performance is a clogged exhaust system. When the exhaust system gets clogged, exhaust fills the combustion chamber and prevents new combustion.
Reduced Fuel Economy
Naturally, any time your engine is struggling to perform, you will notice a reduction in your vehicle’s fuel economy. Unfortunately, it’s not a good time to have poor gas mileage. Gas prices are the highest they have been in years, and you need to get as many miles as you can out of a full tank.
Engine Bay Burning Odors
Let’s talk more about a leaking exhaust manifold gasket. As the scorching exhaust enters the engine, it is actually hot enough to melt the engine parts that it touches. Specifically, anything rubber or plastic will begin to melt and you will smell the burning odors coming from the engine.
Gas or Diesel Fuel Odors
Another odor you may detect if your exhaust system is going bad is gasoline or diesel fuel. We cannot stress enough how important it is that you avoid driving your automobile if exhaust fumes are making their way into the passenger cabin. Have your vehicle towed to our shop.
Texan Auto Repair & Collision is the best auto service shop in Sugar Land, TX, and we would be happy to inspect your exhaust system and repair it if necessary. Call us today.
