1995 Plymouth Acclaim muffler

1995 PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM
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OKURI
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1995 Plymouth Acclaim 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

why would there be water and rust coming out of the tail pipe?
Jul 6, 2009 at 9:54 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It is caused by condensation. When the exhaust is hot and you turn the motor off, as it cools, it produces condensation inside. As a result, rust develops, and the pressure from the engine running pushes it out.

This is very normal unless you are having trouble keeping coolant in the engine. Let me know if you have other questions.
Sep 25, 2009 at 10:35 AM
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