Want a new exhaust ? This is the place to come, Give us a call today Exhausts, Lambda Sensors and Catalytic Converters The exhaust system is one of the most hard working components on your vehicle. It is constantly in use whilst the engine is running. An exhaust system on most vehicles usually comprises of four sections: - Manifold
- Front Down pipe
- Centre Section
- Rear silencer box
Also on all vehicles registered after 1993 a catalytic converter is fitted. The most common section to become defective is the rear silencer as moisture gathers inside the box and attacks the metal. Corrosion from the inside results in hole, which causes the exhaust to blow. A defective exhaust will mean the vehicle fails the MOT test. It also causes excessive noise; thereby rendering the vehicle illegal which could lead to a fixed penalty fine. An unchecked exhaust may also result in fumes entering the car, which can lead to headaches, sickness and drowsiness. Catalytic Converters Catalytic converters are now fitted to all cars to remove harmful pollution from the exhaust gases. This expensive and high-tech component fits in the exhaust system and looks on the outside like a typical silencer box. The catalytic converter is an integral part of the engine performance system and sensors control the gases entering and leaving the catalytic converter are controlled by the engine management system. The catalytic converter effectiveness is measured by testing the exhaust gas emissions. This is an important part of the MOT and service requirements on all cars today. The catalytic converter can be damaged if the engine is not properly tuned and excess fuel or oils enter the component. If your catalytic converter or exhaust does become defective and requires replacing, Ilkestion Garage provides top quality replacement parts at significant saving to dealer prices. With regular servicing we can keep your exhaust system legal and prevent any fumes from entering the vehicle. With our fully skilled technicians we can diagnose any current faults or any faults that may occur in the near future and cause the exhaust or the catalytic converter to become defective. Lamba Sensor The lambda sensor ensures that information about the fuel and air mix being used by the engine is sent back to the engine management system. This makes sure that any noxious gases are burnt efficiently in the catalytic converter. If the lambda sensor is faulty, then too much fuel can be sent into the chamber and result in you using more fuel than necessary and your car won't run as smoothly. Exhausts can corrode from both the inside and the outside. The life of an exhaust doesn't depend on how long you have had it fitted, but how often your car is used. Very often an exhaust on a car that is used for mainly short trips around town will corrode more quickly than one on a car that is usually used for longer journeys. We can supply and fit new exhaust systems or just replace the damaged part. We have such low competitive prices so give us a call if you need a quote on any repairs or replacements for lambda sensors or exhausts.  
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