Why is water dripping from the Lavida's exhaust pipe?
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It is normal for water to drip from the exhaust pipe. When gasoline burns completely in the car, it turns into water vapor. This vapor condenses into water droplets as it passes through the metal exhaust pipe. These droplets accumulate into water, which then flows out of the exhaust pipe as dripping water. Introduction to the 2018 Lavida: 1. Body dimensions: Length is 4541mm, width is 1806mm, height is 1488mm, and wheelbase is 2688mm. 2. Interior design: Features an extended styling design that gives a spacious feel inside the cabin, coupled with a minimalist style that offers a refreshing impression. The three-spoke steering wheel follows the Volkswagen family design, wrapped in genuine leather and equipped with multifunction buttons on both sides for safer and more convenient operation while driving.
Last time I drove my Lavida, I also noticed a puddle of water under the exhaust pipe. Actually, this indicates good engine combustion. Gasoline combustion produces water vapor, which condenses into water droplets when it meets the cold exhaust pipe. Especially during cold starts in winter, if you see white mist and water dripping from the exhaust pipe, it means the combustion chamber temperature is normal and the catalytic converter is working. However, pay attention to the color of the water droplets. If there's blue smoke, it might indicate oil burning, and a sweet smell could mean coolant is mixing in. As long as the engine temperature gauge is normal and there's no strange smell from the exhaust, the amount of water dripping will decrease as the engine warms up. It's particularly noticeable when parked on ceramic tiles in a garage.
