Oct 6, 2023
The muffler plays a crucial role in reducing the noise and filtering the exhaust gases out and away from your car. Ignoring problems with the muffler can lead to many other issues. If you notice any of the following signs, get a new muffler for your Escape, Expedition, or Maverick at your Ford dealer ASAP.Loud Noise
One of the main functions of the muffler is to muffle or dampen noise. If you start to notice an increase in noise when you start your car or step on the gas pedal, it could be a sign that your muffler is on its way out.
The noise could be due to damage, such as holes or cracks in the muffler caused by speed bumps or potholes. If you hear rattling sounds from underneath your car, it could indicate that the muffler is either loose or broken and needs replacing.
Bad Odor
The smell of exhaust fumes is especially dangerous and needs to be addressed immediately. The muffler is responsible for filtering the fumes out of your exhaust, and if you smell an unpleasant odor around your car or while driving, holes in the muffler could be the cause. Unlike gas fumes, exhaust fumes have a burnt odor.
Breathing in exhaust fumes is hazardous to your health. Asking your Ford technician to replace the muffler as soon as possible is critical.
Reduced Fuel Efficiency
If you have to fill up more frequently than usual, the muffler could be the culprit. The muffler regulates how fast exhaust fumes flow out of your vehicle and is crucial to how well your car runs. When the muffler fails to do its job, the engine has to work harder, burning more gas. Decreased gas mileage could indicate that the muffler needs replacing.
Corrosion
Corrosion, due to exposure to moisture or salt, is a huge problem that will cause holes and leaks. When there are holes in the muffler, exhaust fumes will escape, causing awful burning odors and health risks. Look at your muffler or ask your Ford technician for an inspection, and if there are any signs of rust, it’s best to replace it right away.
Engine Misfires
If there is a hole or excessive damage to your muffler, it can lead to misfiring in your car’s engine. When the exhaust fumes can’t flow properly through the system and out of the vehicle, it can cause misfires, which can severely damage your car’s engine.
Replacing your muffler is relatively inexpensive but will save you money on gas and expensive repairs further down the road. If your car sounds noisy, misfires, you catch a whiff of exhaust fumes, or notice a change in gas consumption, call Chestatee Ford now for an expert muffler replacement.
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