- July 26, 2016
- By dakstoyota
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An exhaust leak and other muffler repairs are costly.
Depending on your car and its exhaust system, the cost to make repairs to a damaged or broken exhaust component can range widely – but putting off an exhaust repair almost always costs more than addressing them promptly.
Because your exhaust system does more than just keep your car quiet – it also routes exhaust fumes away from the cabin, helps your engine run properly and maintain optimum fuel efficiency, and reduces polluting emissions.
Here are some useful things to know if you suspect your vehicle may need muffler or exhaust system repairs:
Car exhaust repair
One of the most obvious signs for many drivers is a deep or loud rumbling sound coming from your car. When this happens, it’s time to get it to a mechanic.
Having the exhaust repaired before it gets too loud offers the most benefit to you.
Delaying a needed car exhaust repair can make it cost more. That is because continuing to drive with an exhaust leak or bad catalytic converter can damage other things in your vehicle’s operating system.
Don’t just turn up the radio to drown out a loud muffler. Have the increased volume problem checked out and repaired by a professional. It will save you money in the long run.
Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter is one of the highest priced exhaust system parts and, in some vehicles such as SUVs and trucks, it may be prone to theft by scrap metal thieves.
If your catalytic converter has been stolen, you’ll immediately notice a loud sound and altered vehicle performance upon startup.
An intact but failing catalytic converter may sound like someone shaking a box of rocks when your vehicle is idling when parked or stopped in traffic. If you notice any of these issues, schedule an appointment for the muffler shop right away.
4 COMMENTS
Kyle Winters
August 3, 2017, 2:22 am REPLYWow, I didn’t know that the exhaust system could have an actual effect on your car’s fuel efficiency. If that is the case, then I imagine that most people would want to get that looked at as soon as possible instead of having to pay for gas more. I also suppose that it is just safer to have your exhaust checked out regularly to make sure that it won’t backfire or damage your car.
alena
September 25, 2017, 8:54 pm REPLYMy car has been making a lot of rumbling sounds lately. I’ll have to take my car in to see if it is the muffler that needs to be fixed. Thanks for the information.
Levi Armstrong
September 30, 2020, 1:04 am REPLYThanks for informing me that I have to get my muffler checked out by a professional mechanic if I fill up my gas tank more often than usual because it’s a sign that there’s something wrong with my car. I’ve noticed that in my car for the past few weeks because a full tank gas usually lasts two weeks, but now it only lasts a week. I’ll follow your advice and take my car to a muffle repair service soon. Thanks!
Brendan Shelton
November 18, 2020, 4:35 pm REPLYI never realized that the gas tank emptying faster than normal could be a sign that there is something wrong with the exhaust system. My brother is trying to get a lot of work done on his new car this year. He needs to find a local professional that can help with these services so they are done properly.