J&A Truck & Trailer Repair - Exhaust Repair in Austin, Cedar Creek and Smithville

Exhaust System Warning Signs

Engine trouble is the absolute worst! Nothing quite causes stress like a malfunctioning engine. We’ve all seen that poor motorist pulled off to the side of the road with smoke fuming out of the front hood of their car and frantically trying to figure out what went wrong? A lot of factors determine just how long a lifespan your vehicles engine will have. Calculate in the year of manufactured, the amount of mileage or usage. Are you giving the car regular oil changes and keeping up with maintenance? What make or brand is it and are there any known engine difficulties? In order to prevent yourself from becoming that person on the side of the road, we’ve created a small index that will help you to identify signs that your engine is in need of a tune-up or replacement. Read below, and remember you can google almost anything but there is no information like the kind you get from hands on professionals like J&A Truck & Trailer Repair. Our specialists are here to answer specific questions and discuss the concerns of our clients. Here are some signs of an engine problem:

Just take a look at the following signs and make yourself a checklist! Notice that, even if your car is only experiencing or displaying one of the following symptoms, it is an indication that something is wrong with your vehicle. Anytime a car makes strange noises, or isn’t working at its full potential, an inspection is required. By bringing it into a mechanic, such as ours, you’ll be getting hands on, detailed information concerning your car. Don’t take a chance on the road, exhaust systems can be pretty finicky and if you’re in the wrong place at the wrong time, and it starts acting up, you could be in for a whole lot of unanticipated trouble. Let’s prevent those kinds of scenarios from happening on our roads! Check for these signs to indicate a problem with your vehicle’s exhaust system:

• • Louder noise than usual when you accelerate

    - If you have to turn up the radio to tune out your muffler, it’s time to visit an exhaust repair professional. Loud noises from the exhaust are possible signs of an engine leak and exposure to harmful fumes.
  
  

  • Rattling noise

    - A persistent vibration coming from the steering wheel or gas pedal may be an indication of loose or broken muffler parts and should be promptly checked.

• • Poor fuel economy

    - Increased fuel consumption is always a sign that something is not right with your vehicle. Your engine must work harder when the exhaust malfunctions. When the engine works too hard have your exhaust system inspected before the problem gets worse.
  
  

  • Burning smell

    - Fumes due to an exhaust leak can be hazardous. If you detect a problem, visit our auto repair center immediately and call us right away.