The Vehicle Exhaust System

The Vehicle Exhaust System

Have you ever waited at a stop light behind another vehicle, and as soon as the light turned green and the vehicle in front accelerated you were shrouded in a cloud of smoke?  If you have experienced this situation, it was most likely an indication of a vehicle exhaust system issue.

Simply stated, the primary function of your vehicle’s exhaust system is to filter toxic gases from the engine and safely and cleanly release them into the atmosphere.  Additionally, your vehicle’s exhaust system is designed to reduce the noise associated with exhaust emission from your combustion engine.  

In this blog, we review the key components of the exhaust system along with common exhaust system problems.  (more…)