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The Importance of a Well-Maintained Exhaust System

Exhaust Systems July 19, 2017

The exhaust system in your vehicle is a critical component. While it is seen at the opposite end of your engine, the exhaust is what handles the waste from your engine, and can also affect the performance of your car.

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Maintaining your vehicle’s exhaust system is essential. Not only can you consume more fuel with a failing exhaust system, but you could be inhaling harmful toxins that would normally be expelled by the exhaust too.

The Role of the Exhaust: Why Does It Matter?

Your car’s exhaust takes engine waste products and sends them into the air. This prevents the waste from polluting the cabin air. Also, the exhaust helps your engine capability. When your vehicle’s exhaust is dirty, the engine is not efficient, you consume more fuel, and you may notice a decline in horsepower too.

The Benefits of a Properly Maintained Exhaust

Rust and corrosion are the primary enemies of your car’s exhaust. Moisture is the biggest contributor to rust, and the combustion of your vehicle creates moisture on its own. The more exposure to moisture you have, such as those wet winters of British Columbia, the higher your vehicle is at risk for corrosion.

Avoiding rust and keeping the system clean offers you numerous benefits, including:

Bring in Your Vehicle for Auto Repairs in Vancouver and Its Surrounding Cities

Whether you have a failed exhaust system , or you feel it is time for an exhaust maintenance appointment, let the technicians at Minit-Tune & Auto Brake Centres help. We have over 18 locations throughout Vancouver, British Columbia, and Alberta to serve you.

Book an appointment by finding a location near you or contact us online with your questions regarding auto repair in Vancouver and its surrounding cities.