HOW CAN I TELL IF MY EXHUAST HAS A PROBLEM?
The exhaust system is one of the hardest worked systems of your vehicle. It routes harmful fumes away from the engine and passenger cabin all while increasing vehicle performance and reducing engine noise. Exhaust leaks can cause your engine to work harder than necessary, reducing fuel efficiency and putting you and your customers at risk for inhalation of hazardous fumes. If you experience any of these signs of exhaust problems contact us to schedule an appointment to have the issue fixed.
Decreased Fuel Efficiency
Lower MPGs can mean a lot of things but an exhaust leak is one of the more common reasons you may be spending more time at the gas pump. If there is an exhaust leak it may result in the fumes not being carried away, leaving your engine operating at a hotter temperature and reducing your fuel efficiency. If you notice a drop in MPGs, contact us to have the problem diagnosed and repaired before it turns into a bigger problem.
Vibrations
Odd vibrations coming from the steering wheel or gas pedal are a sure sign of an exhaust leak. You may also feel the whole car shake if the exhaust leak is big enough. These vibrations are a safety issue as well as a car health issue, because they can alter your ability to control the vehicle with precision.
Increased Engine Noise
Most likely the first thing that you will notice if you need exhaust repair is increased engine noise. The exhaust system keeps the engine noise down so a leak will cause loud rumblings. Likely spots for an exhaust leak include the exhaust manifold and anywhere there are joints along the exhaust system. An engine leak at the manifold can greatly increase engine volume and possibly allow harmful fumes to access the passenger cabin putting you at risk of being poisoned by the toxic fumes.
IF YOUR EXHAUST HAS A PROBLEM
At Alan Thompson motor Engineering we will diagnose any issues. Depending on what we find we will advise you of suitable solutions. That may mean something as simple as a weld to re-attach brackets or pipes, a replacement pipe section or a brand new full exhaust system.
