Eurotech Auto Service & Repair is going to break down the title of this blog post further. If your European automobile’s exhaust manifold develops a leak, it will create problems in the engine. When this happens, the engine control unit will try to correct these problems. It will be unable to do so, so it will turn on the check engine light to alert you of the problems. This is just one sign the manifold is leaking.
Reduced Power
Another sign that you have a leak in the exhaust manifold is a reduction in your European automobile’s power. The exhaust is drawn out of the combustion chamber because it inhibits combustion. If the manifold is leaking, the combustion chamber will fill with exhaust. Unfortunately, you will have problems with your European automobile’s engine performance.
Reduced Gas Mileage
The engine’s performance problems will cause it to burn more gas. Consequently, you will go through a full tank more quickly until you have the exhaust manifold replaced. It’s a good idea to have the manifold replaced as soon as possible to restore your engine’s performance and fuel economy. This keeps the gas line on your household budget from getting too high.
Hissing or Tapping
Your European automobile will also make a strange noise if the manifold is leaking. When you start the engine, you may hear tapping. You may also hear hissing. This is the noise that the exhaust makes as it squeezes out of the hole in the manifold. For the record, the exhaust manifold can get a crack or hole in it if you drive your European automobile when the engine is too hot.
Scorching Odors
Speaking of the engine being too hot, you will detect scorching odors coming from the engine if the exhaust manifold is leaking. The reason why is that the exhaust increases the engine’s temperature. So much so that it can melt plastic parts. It can also melt rubber parts. In addition, your European automobile’s engine will run hotter than normal.
Exhaust Odors
Finally, it may not be safe to drive your European automobile if the exhaust manifold is leaking. The reason why is that the exhaust can be drawn into the passenger cabin through the vents. If you breathe in the exhaust while you are driving, you will start to feel sick. It’s better to have your European automobile towed to our shop.
Call Eurotech Auto Service & Repair in Fort Myers, FL, today to set up a service visit if you suspect that you have a cracked exhaust manifold in your European automobile.