Exhaust System
The exhaust system carries exhaust gases from the engine, cleans them and reduces noise.
What is Exhaust System?
It includes the manifold, catalytic converter, filters, silencers and pipes. Sensors measure oxygen and temperature. Hangers support it. Exhaust parts are often made of stainless or aluminised steel to resist corrosion. Heat shields protect the underbody and fuel lines from heat and can rattle when their fixings corrode. Rubber hangers isolate vibration; a broken hanger lets the system knock against the body.
How it works
Gases flow through cleaning and silencing components.
Why it matters for your car
Leaks can let fumes into the cabin. Rust is common on older systems.
Other terms
- 800-Volt Architecture
- A/C Compressor
- ADAS Calibration
- AdBlue Heater
- Camshaft
- Car Alarm
- Clutch
- Clutch Release Bearing
- Ground Clearance
- Historic Vehicle Registration (Classic Plates)
- Hybrid Vehicle (HEV)
- Hydrogen Refuelling
- Oil Pressure
- Open Loop (Engine Control Mode)
- Pickup Truck
- Privacy Glass
- Purge Valve
- Two-Post Lift (Vehicle Lift)
- Tyre Rotation
- Van Tyre (C Tyre)