A lot of people don’t consider just how complex their vehicles are. Multitudes of systems all work in tandem to get you where you need to go. For example, your vehicle couldn’t function properly without its exhaust system, but we tend to not think about that system until there’s a problem with it. In this article, we’ll go over what car exhaust systems are and why they matter so you can get a better idea of what happens when your car runs.

Important Parts of an Exhaust System

• Exhaust manifold – A series of pipes that collect the exhaust gas from the cylinders in your engine’s combustion chamber. They move these gases into the exhaust pipe from the engine.
• Catalytic converter – Using a catalyst such as rhodium, palladium, or platinum, this part of the exhaust system changes harmful gases into carbon dioxide and water vapor.
• Muffler – Reduces the sound the engine makes while helping with the gas flow rate.
• Tailpipe – The end of the exhaust system where the exhaust exits your vehicle, usually out the back.

How Do Exhaust Systems Work?

Knowing the individual parts of the exhaust system can make it easy to see how it might work. The manifold collects gases from the engine as the cylinders do their work. These gases then go through the catalytic converter, where they get chemically converted into substances that are less harmful to the environment. These less harmful substances then pass through the muffler or resonator and get pushed out of the tailpipe.

Why Do We Need Exhaust Systems?

Now that we know what exhaust systems are, why are they so important? One of the reasons we need these systems is to reduce our impact on the environment, as the gases that the engine releases are toxic to the air. These gases are also harmful to humans, meaning that the exhaust system is crucial for allowing us to drive our vehicles without damaging our physical health. Finally, by reducing these gases and pushing them out, the exhaust system also helps keep the engine running smoothly and efficiently.

Whether your vehicle requires a repair or an upgrade, Norcal Diesel Performance has the Duramax exhaust parts you need. We’ll be glad to help and make sure your car runs smoothly for a long time to come.