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How to Use Muffler Clamps for a Leak in the Exhaust

Exhaust leaks can be a pain to deal with because not only do they sound horrible, but they can be difficult to find. Once you do discover where the leak is, though, then you have to find a way to fix it, using whatever you can to get the job done. One option is to use a pair of muffler clamps to clamp a patch piece of metal or heat blanket around the exhaust, stopping it from leaking in the process.

Instructions

1

Lift up the vehicle using the jack and place it on jack stands. Make sure the vehicle is secure before you crawl underneath it.

2

Crawl underneath the vehicle and locate the exhaust leak. Wrap the exhaust wrap around the tubing, making sure to cover the leak as well as any area 2 inches in front and behind of the hole, and keep the wrap tight. Cut off any excess tubing using scissors.

3

Place a muffler clamp over one end of the wrap, and slide the base of the clamp onto the U-bolt, tightening it in place using the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket. Repeat this process with the other side of the exhaust wrap.

4

Raise the vehicle off of the jack stands using the jack and place it back on the ground. Start the vehicle and check again to see if you hear the exhaust leak. If you do, consider adding another layer of exhaust wrap to fix the noise or look for additional leaks.

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