A Guide to Vehicle Exhaust Systems
The exhaust system is crucial to a vehicle’s operation. From the exhaust manifold and catalytic converter to the muffler and tailpipe, this equipment keeps your car running well. Here’s what you should know about these components that affect a vehicle’s safety and efficiency.
How Components Work
Automobile engines generate high levels of heat and gases that must be disbursed, which is the role of the exhaust system. The engine’s cylinders create gases and other byproducts, and the catalytic converter changes the materials into exhaust gas that is gathered by the
Why Mufflers Matter
Mufflers minimize engine noise and control the exhaust gas pressure, called back pressure. As a result, your engine performs more efficiently and lasts longer.
A muffler’s structure consists of an outer shell, which covers an insulated layer that protects the unit’s inner case of sound-reducing chambers. Manufacturers produce muffler bodies using either aluminized or stainless steel, enabling them to handle high heat and pressure and protect against corrosion and exterior damage while you drive. Stainless steel units are more expensive but provide greater durability and longer life.
When replacing exhaust equipment, you need to know whether your vehicle has a single or dual exhaust system, which determines the number of outlets the muffler must have. The diameter of the exhaust pipe matters because that’s how you match the unit’s inlets and outlets properly.
When it’s time for a new muffler, take your vehicle to the team of auto mechanics at T. Busch Automotive in Jefferson, OH. Family-owned and in business since 1968, this car repair shop continues its legacy of reliable work and honest pricing. To learn more about the services they offer throughout Ashtabula County and the surrounding areas, visit them online or call (440) 576-1971.
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