How to Check a Muffler

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Tip 1 - How to Know When a Muffler Is Broken

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by Bart Vermeiren | permalink

A muffler is an important component of an engine's exhaust system. The muffler is found near the back of a vehicle, and its purpose is to reduce the noise produced from the exhaust process. It also directs the exhaust gases safely out the...
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Tip 2 - Signs of Problems with Your Car's Muffler

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by cpdowell | permalink

An exhaust leak and other car exhaust repairs are costly. But there are signs that may indicate your muffler or exhaust system needs to be inspected.

For further reading: http://www.angieslist.com/articles/signs-problems-your-cars-muffler.htm ^[2]

Tip 3 - Exhaust Backpressure Checks are Essential | VehicleServicePros.com

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by Stewart Spalding | permalink

Troubleshooting exhaust backpressure issues.
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For further reading: http://www.vehicleservicepros.com/article/10334376/exhaust-backpressure-checks-are-essential ^[3]

Tip 4 - Find an exhaust leak without burning your hands!

Published: 9 years ago | Submitted by James Mallory | permalink

I have had an exhaust leak on my trusty Skoda for a while, I can hear it coming from miles away! My problem was that to find the leak with the engin...

For further reading: http://www.instructables.com/id/Find-an-exhaust-leak-without-burning-your-hands/ ^[4]