Exhausts & Catalytic Converters

The exhaust system is constantly in use whilst the engine is running. Most vehicle exhausts comprise of four sections, Manifold, Front Downpipe, Centre Section, Rear silencer box. All vehicles registered after 1993 have a catalytic converter fitted.

The rear silencer is the section most likely to become defective. A defective exhaust means the vehicle will fail the MOT test. An unchecked exhaust can result in fumes entering the car.

Catalytic Convertors - Catalytic converters are now fitted to all cars to remove harmful pollution from the exhaust gases. It is an integral part of the engine performance system and sensors control the gases entering and leaving the catalytic converter are controlled by the engine management system.

Measuring the catalytic converter's effectiveness is an important part of the MOT and servicing on all cars.

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