Mid-Atlantic Domestic SUV can help if your SUV has a cracked exhaust manifold. If you have been driving the utility vehicle when the engine is running too hot, this may be the reason why the manifold cracked. This can also crack the manifold gasket. Here are signs that either needs to be replaced.
Reduced Power
When the manifold or gasket cracks, exhaust escapes out of the manifold and fills the engine. Unfortunately, it also fills the combustion chamber from where it was removed. Consequently, the SUV’s engine will have a hard time producing combustion and you will notice a reduction in the engine power.
Reduced Fuel Efficiency
Even though the engine is not as powerful as it normally is, it will consume more fuel. Consequently, you will also see a reduction in the fuel efficiency. Your SUV is expensive to fill up. The last thing you need is to have to go to the service station more often because the engine is burning fuel.
Tapping, Popping, or Hissing
Another sign that the manifold or gasket is cracked is if you hear tapping, popping, or hissing coming from the engine. This is the sound that the exhaust makes as it leaks out of the manifold or gasket. Bring your SUV to our shop as soon as possible if you hear these noises.
Strong Burning Odors
Time is of the essence because the leaking exhaust can cause irreparable damage to various engine parts that are made of rubber or plastic. The exhaust that leaks out of the manifold is so hot that it can melt these parts. If it does, you will smell strong burning odors.
Noticeable Exhaust Odors
Time is also of the essence because the exhaust can flow into the passenger cabin of the SUV through the vents. This means you will be breathing in the exhaust while you are driving your SUV. You do not need us to tell you that this can make you seriously ill. In fact, it can be fatal.
Illuminated CEL
Finally, the engine control module in your SUV is going to get frustrated because it cannot repair the crack in the exhaust manifold or manifold gasket. Its only alternative is to turn on the check engine light to let you know there’s a problem that needs to be addressed.
Call Mid-Atlantic Domestic SUV in Virginia Beach, VA, today to schedule a service appointment for your SUV if the exhaust manifold is cracked.