# \#exhaustsystems **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/exhaustsystems/761.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Why is my car poisoning me?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-my-car-poisoning-me/41057)
**Author:** [@Cincinnati](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cincinnati)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2019, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-my-car-poisoning-me/41057 "2019-09-14T02:55:37Z")
I have had a perfect car, an ?08 Ford Focus. My story begins when three weeks ago I started the car and the cabin filled with fumes that were so strong I had to jump out and open all the doors. I then drove for a … --- ## [Exhaust smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-smell/70396)
**Author:** [@manfromnantucket](https://community.cartalk.com/u/manfromnantucket)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2019, 11:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-smell/70396 "2019-05-16T11:15:20Z")
Hi, For the last few months, I've had an annoying problem with my 2003 Liberty. If I'm driving the car with the blower on (i.e. when it's cold out), whenever I stop the car and am idling, I get a very strong exhaust sm… --- ## [Fixing Exhaust Leak due to Corroded Flanges](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixing-exhaust-leak-due-to-corroded-flanges/81689)
**Author:** [@dqg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dqg)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2018, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixing-exhaust-leak-due-to-corroded-flanges/81689 "2018-09-10T17:55:29Z")
My 2002 Lexus ES300 sounds and runs fine (to me) but it won't pass inspection because of an exhaust leak. The dealer says that the leak is due to the corroded connection (flanges?) between the muffler and the pipe in bac… --- ## [Gasoline smell when it's cold outside](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-smell-when-its-cold-outside/92266)
**Author:** [@VTJBird](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VTJBird)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2018, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-smell-when-its-cold-outside/92266 "2018-01-04T21:31:04Z")
I have a 2005 Subaru Outback XT with turbo. I have had a strange problem the last two winters and have stumped two mechanics, so far. I live in Vermont and this time of year, it is necessary to warm my car up for a fe… --- ## [My Malibu is giving me headaches... Literally!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-malibu-is-giving-me-headaches-literally/83967)
**Author:** [@mrmogreedy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrmogreedy)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2017, 11:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-malibu-is-giving-me-headaches-literally/83967 "2017-03-01T11:20:39Z")
My 2001 Chevy Malibu is giving me a headache while I'm driving. Initially my wife told me that it's psychosomatic, until she started getting headaches too. At first there was a smell, my mechanic replaced the EGR valve, … --- ## [Is this an appropriate exhaust hanger replacement?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-an-appropriate-exhaust-hanger-replacement/89621)
**Author:** [@elduderino260](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elduderino260)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2015, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-an-appropriate-exhaust-hanger-replacement/89621 "2015-04-12T00:39:42Z")
The muffler/exhaust hanger (http://i.imgur.com/XO5eDZX.jpg) on my Ford Focus rusted and detached. The rubber hanger itself is intact, but the connection to the muffler rusted through. Could I use this: http://smile.ama… --- ## [2005 Passat Flex Pipe Issue-Hopefully](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-passat-flex-pipe-issue-hopefully/89201)
**Author:** [@dropthepan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dropthepan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2015, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-passat-flex-pipe-issue-hopefully/89201 "2015-03-16T16:45:20Z")
Have an issue with a busted flex pipe (or two) that I'm hoping is limited to just that. After returning from a weekend road trip in the frigid northeast a few weeks ago, I noticed that my 2005 Passat car sounded like it… --- ## [Leaky HVAC & exhaust smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaky-hvac-exhaust-smell/89086)
**Author:** [@bobafet256](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobafet256)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2015, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaky-hvac-exhaust-smell/89086 "2015-02-19T03:01:04Z")
Two related problems: 1) our 2008 dodge grant caravan's recycled cabin air/exterior air flipper is broken. You know, makes the clicking clunking sound until it gives up? Unfortunately this has made the 2) exhaust smell t… --- ## [Snow-blocked tailpipe, CO danger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-blocked-tailpipe-co-danger/88918)
**Author:** [@motoq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/motoq)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2015, 8:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-blocked-tailpipe-co-danger/88918 "2015-02-06T08:52:04Z")
This may be a timely question, given the round of winter storms 1/2 the country has had in the past week. I drive a 2011 Ford Edge, 3.5L V6 AWD. After driving around for 30mins with my two small kids in the car tonigh… --- ## [P0420 Code w/ Exhaust Smell in Cabin](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-w-exhaust-smell-in-cabin/87219)
**Author:** [@Jaked21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jaked21)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2014, 3:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-w-exhaust-smell-in-cabin/87219 "2014-09-17T03:00:57Z")
To the Car Talk Community: I own a 2004 Ford Taurus (3.0L V6, OHV (12), non-flex fuel) registering a P0420 engine code. If I can smell exhaust fumes in the cabin, can I assume there is a leak in the catalytic converter… --- ## [Catalytic converter for a 99 Subaru](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-for-a-99-subaru/86716)
**Author:** [@inqahoots](https://community.cartalk.com/u/inqahoots)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2014, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-for-a-99-subaru/86716 "2014-08-20T21:31:10Z")
The catalytic converter on my 1999 Subaru Legacy rusted and, following a bump on the highway, detached from the rear portion of the exhaust system -- see the attached photograph. Any thoughts on how to repair this? Can I… --- ## [New cat still glowing and rough idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cat-still-glowing-and-rough-idle/86025)
**Author:** [@03EscapeV64WD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/03EscapeV64WD)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2014, 9:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cat-still-glowing-and-rough-idle/86025 "2014-07-18T09:25:12Z")
All, I am just about stumped. Please read below and let me know if you have anything to offer. The subject is a 2003 Ford Escape with a 3.0L V6. Symptoms in order of notice: Leaking oil pan Leaking front cover Lea… --- ## [2012 Escape white exhaust smoke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-escape-white-exhaust-smoke/85780)
**Author:** [@Robw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robw)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2014, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-escape-white-exhaust-smoke/85780 "2014-07-04T01:48:30Z")
I recently purchased used from a dealer. On two occasions recently white smoke came from the exhaust when starting the car. One time after sitting at work all day and most recent upon starting first thing in the morning… --- ## [Exhaust issue - long read, but this issue is driving me INSANE](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-issue-long-read-but-this-issue-is-driving-me-insane/85003)
**Author:** [@Skapper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Skapper)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2014, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-issue-long-read-but-this-issue-is-driving-me-insane/85003 "2014-06-02T02:22:10Z")
Australian here. I have a car problem that has plagued me for nearly two years and I'm still no closer to a solution. The car; Mitsubishi Diamante (Magna) All Wheel Drive (not front wheel drive) 2003 6G74 V6 Automatic … --- ## [RPM problems, Transmission? Fuel Pump? Exhaust? Can't tell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-problems-transmission-fuel-pump-exhaust-cant-tell/83032)
**Author:** [@merit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/merit)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2014, 7:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-problems-transmission-fuel-pump-exhaust-cant-tell/83032 "2014-01-08T07:29:29Z")
I've got a 1994 Nissan Pathfinder SE, its got about 220k miles on it. Its a little junky but I try to keep decent care of it. Until recently its been having trouble running. It will start fine, turns over and everything … --- ## [Strong persistent exhaust smell in 2003 Camry two weeks after front catalytic converter replaced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strong-persistent-exhaust-smell-in-2003-camry-two-weeks-after-front-catalytic-converter-replaced/82716)
**Author:** [@shawncoons](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shawncoons)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2013, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strong-persistent-exhaust-smell-in-2003-camry-two-weeks-after-front-catalytic-converter-replaced/82716 "2013-12-18T23:07:26Z")
This summer we had the rear catalytic converter replaced in our 2003 Camry. On December 4 we had the front one replaced along with the upstream and downstream O2 sensors. Immediately after we picked up the car two weeks… --- ## [2003 Toyota Highlander 3.0 V6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-highlander-3-0-v6/82612)
**Author:** [@JollyGreen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JollyGreen)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2013, 11:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-highlander-3-0-v6/82612 "2013-12-11T23:37:37Z")
Okay, I've thought long and hard about this and I think I'm prepared to ask my first stupid question. I've only worked with older and mostly American makes, so I'm clueless about this kinda stuff. This car has THREE cata… --- ## [2006 Subaru Outback with Whirring and Recent Tire Thunking Noises](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-outback-with-whirring-and-recent-tire-thunking-noises/81604)
**Author:** [@KIttyK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KIttyK)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2013, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-outback-with-whirring-and-recent-tire-thunking-noises/81604 "2013-10-01T22:09:33Z")
Hi Car Talk Community! I'm looking for some suggestions regarding my 2006 Subaru Outback. It has around 121000. I bought it at 113,000 last October since my previous 1998 Subaru made it to 240,000. So far I've taken it i… --- ## [Mid muffler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mid-muffler/80553)
**Author:** [@Tina\_Jaillet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tina_Jaillet)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2013, 7:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mid-muffler/80553 "2013-07-29T07:38:15Z")
I got two VERY different work proposals: replace the mid muffler ($750) remove the mid muffler (about $100). I drive a 2003 Passat wagon and would truly appreciate the car talk community's opinion. Thank you! --- ## [Corolla rough idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-rough-idle/69008)
**Author:** [@erstworld](https://community.cartalk.com/u/erstworld)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2011, 1:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-rough-idle/69008 "2011-10-28T13:45:16Z")
My exhaust system was replaced on my 2005 Corolla in August. After driving it for just a few days, there was a shaking when the car idled. The mechanic replaced two engine mounts and the idle was much worse! He said it w… --- ## [1999 FOrd Escort 2.0 SOHC Oil light coming on under acceleration......?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-escort-2-0-sohc-oil-light-coming-on-under-acceleration/68930)
**Author:** [@meff00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meff00)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2011, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-escort-2-0-sohc-oil-light-coming-on-under-acceleration/68930 "2011-10-26T01:58:13Z")
OK, my fiance and I received a 1999 Ford Escort from my future mother in law and although it is a great little car it has a few "issues" I want to fix ASAP. The main issue and concern is the oil light flashing on. It SEE… --- ## [2002 VW Passat-Crunching brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-vw-passat-crunching-brakes/68430)
**Author:** [@LizzyV](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LizzyV)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2011, 5:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-vw-passat-crunching-brakes/68430 "2011-10-06T17:09:18Z")
I know that VW's are known for funky problems so I am hoping someone else out there has had and resolved this issue. Sometimes when it has recently rained heavily (I live in Portland, OR, so it's not uncommon), the brak… --- ## ['99 Civic exhaust issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-civic-exhaust-issues/67772)
**Author:** [@bchbetha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bchbetha)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2011, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-civic-exhaust-issues/67772 "2011-09-11T17:57:26Z")
What would cause the B pipe and the exhaust manifold to break at the same time? Is it something that slowly gets worse over time, like a little crack that just expands? Can you drive over something and damage it since … --- ## [Muffler & Center Pipe in Exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/muffler-center-pipe-in-exhaust/67615)
**Author:** [@tinausa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tinausa)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2011, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/muffler-center-pipe-in-exhaust/67615 "2011-09-03T18:53:31Z")
I have a 2000 Camry. I need to replace the muffler and center pipe. Can anyone advise how much this should cost to get it fixed - labor and everything. I am in Boston, MA area and got varying estimates. --- ## [Catalytic converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter/66619)
**Author:** [@Carleah](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carleah)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2011, 12:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter/66619 "2011-07-28T00:12:05Z")
Hi! I own a 2002 Grand Prix. I've enjoyed the car very much. About 2 yrs ago I replaced my catalytic converter. Since then, approximately every few months something is causing the converter to need to be replaced. It was… --- ## [2003 Saturn L200 exhaust manifold noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-saturn-l200-exhaust-manifold-noise/49046)
**Author:** [@Skizior](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Skizior)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2011, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-saturn-l200-exhaust-manifold-noise/49046 "2011-07-08T22:45:05Z")
I had a noise coming from under the hood of this car. I took it to my mechanic. He said there was probably a hole in the exhaust system. Found that there was a loose nut/bolt on the exhaust manifold. They could not get t… --- ## [97 Camry with exhaust problems...worth fixing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-camry-with-exhaust-problems-worth-fixing/65142)
**Author:** [@noted](https://community.cartalk.com/u/noted)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2011, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-camry-with-exhaust-problems-worth-fixing/65142 "2011-06-02T15:48:19Z")
Hi all, I've got a '97 Camry with 200k+ miles that has been good to us, but the repair costs are mounting. Just this week I damaged the downpipe after bottoming out on a gravel road and my mechanic says the whole exhaus… --- ## [Honda Exhaust Hangers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-exhaust-hangers/65137)
**Author:** [@ondeck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ondeck)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2011, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-exhaust-hangers/65137 "2011-06-01T20:37:28Z")
I'm removing the exhaust on my 99 Honda Civic. I'm confused as to where to remove them. Do I take the exhaust off where it meets the hangers or where the hangers meet the bottom of the car? And now assuming you've ans… --- ## [P0420 code on just reapired exhaust system](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-on-just-reapired-exhaust-system/63958)
**Author:** [@clmadison](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clmadison)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2011, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-on-just-reapired-exhaust-system/63958 "2011-04-22T23:58:08Z")
Hi all, I have a 2001 Chevy Prizm that I just had the front pipe replaced on. It was not accelerating well and making noise. New front pipe and it feels like a new car. The check engine light came on. i cleared th… --- ## [2001 Honda S2000 is TOO hot!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-s2000-is-too-hot/63023)
**Author:** [@jmartinbuck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmartinbuck)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2011, 10:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-s2000-is-too-hot/63023 "2011-03-26T22:05:14Z")
My S2000 is a great car, but I'm having trouble getting people to ride with me. It seems that after being driven for awhile the passenger seat gets hot. I haven't found anyone yet who has heard of this issue and Honda de… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/exhaustsystems/761.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=exhaustsystems)