What are the effects of exhaust pipe flexible joint leakage?
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Exhaust pipe flexible joint leakage has the following effects: 1. If the leakage is in front of the muffler, it will increase engine noise; 2. If it is in front of the three-way catalytic converter, it will affect the quality of exhaust emissions, possibly causing the vehicle to fail inspection. An engine is suitable for power generation devices and can also refer to the entire machine including the power device (such as gasoline engines, aircraft engines). The exhaust pipe is part of the engine exhaust system, which mainly includes the exhaust manifold, exhaust pipe, and muffler. Generally, the three-way catalytic converter that controls engine pollutant emissions is also installed in the exhaust system. The exhaust pipe usually includes the front exhaust pipe and rear exhaust pipe.
That time when I had an exhaust leak was truly awful. The car sounded like a tractor with constant popping noises while driving, giving me a headache. Stepping on the gas pedal felt noticeably weak, and acceleration was sluggish. The scariest part was exhaust fumes constantly seeping into the cabin, especially noticeable when idling while waiting for someone – I was terrified of carbon monoxide poisoning. The repair shop told me driving like this increased fuel consumption by at least 10%, and the leaking hot gases could damage surrounding wires and rubber hoses. Thinking back now still gives me chills – such issues absolutely can't be delayed. Even temporarily sealing it with high-temperature tape is better than leaving it untreated, as prolonged neglect will both damage the car and cost more money.
