explain how you would assess the exhaust system in a car? what would you look for?
Normally, in order to adequately assess the exhaust system on your vehicle it is best to get the car up in the air so you can move around freely underneath it. What you are looking for is any place that appears to be rusty with holes or connections that allow exhaust fumes to escape prior to reaching the end of the tailpipe. There are several critical places where exhaust gases can escape. The first is where the exhaust pipe connects to the exhaust manifold right at the engine. Then where the muffler attaches to the header pipe and then where the tailpipe connects to the back of the muffler. Be sure to check any other connects where two pipes join. If it is safe to do so have someone start the vehicle while you are under it and very carefully (don't touch the hot exhaust pipe) run you hand around and along the exhaust pipe attempting to feel for any hot gases that might be escaping from the pipe. If you feel any hot gases escaping that is something that needs to be repaired so those fumes do not enter into the passenger compartment of the vehicle. This process is much easier for a mechanic to do with the vehicle up on a lift.
Electronic Traction Control. Keeps your cars tires from spinning in slippery conditions.
Its the beginning of the end of that north american heap of wasted metal, sell that and buy a real car that wont break.go japanese
Enhanced traction control, most likely have a bad hub.
Another thing to look for in a newer car is the materials the system is made from. Ford has used stainless steel in the exhaust systems for the last ten years or so, making the systems live almost forever.
