It is rarely pleasing to listen to a sound you don’t know about, and which results from your car. So, what if you identify an exhaust noise that continues on your Skoda Kodiaq? It is highly possible that this is a minimal problem, however, before being sure, it is better to accomplish some inspections. Our team has made this to support you resolve it. First, we will look at the possible reasons if you have a muffled exhaust sound on your Skoda Kodiaq and second, if you have a metallic rattling noise on your Skoda Kodiaq.
Muffled exhaust noise Skoda Kodiaq
Exhaust pipe with holes Skoda Kodiaq
Having a muffled sound from its exhaust is not insignificant and can cause over-consumption, or a malfunction of the engine, which could in time become dirty, for example. If you have an exhaust noise on your Skoda Kodiaq, it is possible that it is due to a hole in the exhaust pipe, this is the most regular reason. To be able to confirm this, situate somebody under the running motor car and accelerate to help them locate the origin of the hole. Once found, if it is not too large you can cold seal it with specific metallic mastic type legs. Otherwise, the section will have to be swapped.
Element dislocated exhaust pipe Skoda Kodiaq
The other possibility of being suffering from a muffled exhaust noise on Skoda Kodiaq is to have a part of the exhaust unit that has dislocated because of vibrations for example. Indeed some junctions of the different parts of the pot can loosen along with time and cause an exhaust gas leak in places not intended for this goal. These fumes will then make a loud noise. Same technique as above, we go under the Skoda Kodiaq to discover the problem place, and tighten or replace the bolts. If you hear a muffled sound but after checking it doesn’t seem to come from the pot itself, think about taking a look at this document which gives answers gives solutions about rear end noises on Skoda Kodiaq.
Metal rattling exhaust sound Skoda Kodiaq
Damaged exhaust muffler noise Skoda Kodiaq
If, on the other hand, you are subject to an exhaust sound that is more of a metallic type, it is possible that one or more parts of your exhaust may be damaged. Indeed, it is possible that either your baffles, the catalyst or the silencer are the cause of this noise. To confirm, go under your Skoda Kodiaq, cold, and tap each of the previously stated parts with a hammer to discover the source of the noise. You should move things between things in the problematic part, if they are baffles, you can try to push the section a little bit to try to block them and thus limit their movements. If it is a dead catalyst, it will be necessary to consider swapping it, as well as the silencer. In this case, to stop the exhaust noise on your Skoda Kodiaq, you will either have to find a used one and do it yourself, or go to your mechanic.
Metal rattling exhaust noise Skoda Kodiaq : Silentblock, loose pot
Finally, a metallic exhaust noise on your Skoda Kodiaq may be connected to a poor attachment of your exhaust to your car. Indeed, over time, vibrations, the pot fasteners on the car chassis can come off. In this case, you need to verify, when cold, that the pot holds well, to try to get it to move in different directions and watch how it behaves. Backwards there should be some play and be able to move but not too much. The closer you get to the engine motor, the more fixed it should be. Visually verify the fasteners for which you have doubts. Finally, it is possible that a silentbloc may have died . In this case it will have to be swapped.
