What happens if you drive with a hole in your muffler?
Carbon monoxide poisoning – Driving with a hole in your muffler can route exhaust fumes containing carbon monoxide back into your car’s interior. Environmental pollution – Continuing to drive with a hole in your muffler can lead to your car releasing emissions into the air.
How much does it cost to fix a fallen muffler?
The average cost of a muffler repair is around $160 to $240.
How do you know if there is a hole in your exhaust?
You may notice unusual vibrations when you touch your steering wheel, foot pedals or car seat when you have an exhaust leak. It could also be a sign of a hole in your exhaust or that the exhaust system is disconnected.
Why does the muffler keep falling off my car?
Maybe you just drove home with half of the muffler dragging on the road. There could be a number of reasons why the muffler is falling off your car. One of the most common causes of this problem is corrosion in the exhaust pipe.
Is it safe to drive with muffler off car?
Muffler off car. Safe to drive with exhaust open underneath? So leaving work yesterday I heard a clang! – the muffler simply fell off. Further inspection revealed a lot of rust in one particular area on the pipe. Thankfully the forward muffler is still intact so the car isnt that loud.
Is it safe to drive a car with a broken exhaust pipe?
Further inspection revealed a lot of rust in one particular area on the pipe. Thankfully the forward muffler is still intact so the car isnt that loud. My question is: would it still be safe to drive (to go to the shop to get new parts) with the exhaust coming out underneath the car (break is somewhere underneath the boot/trunk)?
Where can I get a muffler clamp for my car?
You can also find and purchase a muffler clamp from Amazon and have it shipped overnight starting at $2.48. If the muffler is falling off your car and you want to deal with it pronto, a professional auto repair technician is what you need. Contact TalkLocal now to be connected with a qualified auto repair service nearest you.