Davco Performance Automotive
102 Catawba St, Syracuse, NY 13208 315.422.1100

Simple Answers from Davco Performance Automotive for Syracuse: Exhaust Service

Last Updated: May 04, 2021

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Question:
My car failed its emissions test – what do I need to do?

Davco Performance Automotive Answer:
Let's get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be deadly. If Syracuse drivers smell exhaust in the passenger cabin or hear an unusual exhaust sound, they should get their exhaust system checked and repaired. Talk to your friendly and knowledgeable service advisor at Davco Performance Automotive. Carbon monoxide in your exhaust is odorless, colorless and tasteless can be fatal to you and your passengers, so don't delay if you suspect an exhaust leak.

There could be a number of reasons for a failed NY emissions test so some diagnostic work is in order. A common reason is that the catalytic converter has failed. The catalytic converter removes some of the harmful elements in exhaust.

When a catalytic converter fails it must be replaced, which isn't cheap for Syracuse drivers. Many Syracuse folks stop there – but the converter failed for a reason. There may be any number of engine run conditions that led to the failure. It would certainly be smart to have your friendly and knowledgeable pros at Davco Performance Automotive diagnose the cause so that you don't end up with another catalytic converter replacement down the road.

Oh, and that Check Engine light that so many Syracuse drivers ignore: It might just be illuminated for a condition that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Have your technician at Davco Performance Automotive get to the bottom of any Check Engine light situation.

Give us a call.

Davco Performance Automotive
102 Catawba Street
Syracuse, NY 13135
315-422-1100

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