Exhaust System

The exhaust system is responsible for converting the harmful gases into harmless ones that do less damnage to our environment.  An exhaust system has three main functions:

1. reduce the sounds made by the internal combustion engine
2. lower the temperature of the exhaust
3. control the emissions that come out of your vehicle 

The following compenents all make up your exhaust system:

Exhaust Pipe~ is responsible for removing the waste gases that are produced by buring the air/fuel mixture.  The exhaust pipe connects to the combustion chambers of your engine.

Tailpipe~ The gases from the exhaust pipe travel through the tailpipe.  The tailpip directs the modified gases away from your vehicle.

Clamps/Hangers/Flanges/Gaskets~ these hold all the components of your exhaust system in place, attached to your vehicle.

Oxygen Sensor~ an oxygen sensor is used to analyze and monitor the amount of oxygen in the exhaust.  This information is then transmitted to your vehicles fuel control computer.  In order to ensure the fuel released is clean and efficient, the computer will adjust based on the information that is sent from the oxygen sensor.  You should check your oxygen sensor regularily to improve fuel economy and engine performance.  Our team will check to be sure there are no cracks or wear caused by corrosion or external damage, any contamination due to oil or other engine fluids, damaged or loose wires and blocked intake openings.

Catalytic Converter~ is a stainless steel container that contains a thin layer of catalytic material.  This material induces chemical reactions that convert an engine's exhaust emissions into less harmful products before entering the environment.  Some of these harmful emissions include: carbon monoxide, unburned gasoline and nitrogen oxides.  During an emission test, your catalytic converter will be checked for: cracks, dents or wear, clogs or blockages, loose parts and overheating.  Overheating is determined by a discolouration in the metal.   To ensure your catalytic converter is running at its best be sure your air filter and spark plugs are in good working order.  To prevent damage from: moisture, salt, dirt or rust we suggest undercoating.

Resonator~ is a small muffler that assits the main muffler in reducing exhaust noise and pollution.  Your resonator will be checked for: cracks, dents and wear caused by road debris or corrusion, loose parts as well as rusted connectors.

Muffler~ the muffler helps to reduce noise and corrects the level of pressure to ensure that your vehicle is running smoothly.  Your muffler will be checked for: loose and/or rusted parts as well as any cracks, dents or wear caused by road debris and corrosion.