Posted on 4/26/2022
Because the muffler is the only part of the exhaust system that people can see, they often think it is merely that. However, the exhaust system is much more complex than you think. All of its components work together to control noise and direct the engine fumes away and out into the atmosphere. Its operation also impacts your vehicle's fuel efficiency and performance. The exhaust system is a collection of pipes running underneath your car. Here are some of the critical components of the vehicle's exhaust system: Exhaust Pipes: Funnels the exhaust gases from front to back Exhaust Manifold: Collects the gases from the cylinders and directs them all through one path monitored by one or more oxygen sensors Catalytic Converter: Responsible for changing the toxins to safer gases, like carbon dioxide and water, for cleaner emissions Muffler: A metal pipe designed to minimize the noise of combu ... read more