exhaust leak
Tailpipe releases gases
An exhaust leak is an unintended opening in a vehicle's exhaust system that allows gases to escape before reaching the tailpipe.
Leaks typically occur at gaskets, joints, or corroded sections of pipe.
Signs include a louder-than-normal engine sound, decreased fuel efficiency, and sometimes a sulfur smell.
Exhaust leaks can allow carbon monoxide into the cabin, making them a safety concern: The mechanic found an exhaust leak at the manifold gasket.
- fumesAirborne chemical irritants
- carbon monoxideToxic combustion byproduct gas
- carbon monoxide poisoningHemoglobin oxygen blockage illness
- gasketMechanical leak preventer
- blown gasketFailed engine seal
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