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Introduction to Intake and Exhaust Diagnosis

INTAKE AND EXHAUST DIAGNOSIS

INTRODUCTION

Intake leaks usually create driveability issues that are not obviously related to the intake system. Exhaust leaks or abnormal noise is caused by cracks, gaskets and fittings, or by when the exhaust pipe or muffler is damaged due to impacts during travel. The exhaust leaks from these sections and causes the exhaust noise to increase. There may be cases when the system contacts the body and vibration noise is generated