2004 Chevy Colorado Broken Baffle

2004 CHEVROLET COLORADO
59,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BILLYBOY53BANKER
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What does it means when i am told I have a broken baffle in the muffler? And it it imperative to fix now? How much would I expect to pay for such a repair?
Jul 7, 2009 at 10:51 AM
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MERLIN2021
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The baffle is a tube with holes in it inside the muffler, when broken, it does not do a proper job of silencing the exhust, it will wave a harsh vibrating noise, backpressure can also rise, affecting engine performance. A new muffler will solve the problem. Shop around for best price.
Jul 7, 2009 at 11:04 AM
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