exhaust noise

1999 ACURA EL
173,000 MILES • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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i have an acura 1.6 el. When i press on the accelerator there is a very loud exhaust noise, there is also vibration. What can be the problem and how did it happen ?
Mar 24, 2011 at 1:58 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check to see if there are any leaks first. Next, check to make sure there are no restrictions in the system. Check the catalytic converter too to make sure it isn't plugging.
Jun 21, 2011 at 4:39 AM
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