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Exhaust & Emissions

Exhaust & Emissions repair guides & estimates.

From a quiet muffler to passing NY emissions.

Catalytic Converter Diagnostic

We test whether your catalytic converter is actually failing before you spend on an expensive replacement.

Estimated total
$90–175
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Catalytic Converter Replacement

Replacement of a failed or stolen catalytic converter with a legal, emissions-compliant unit.

Estimated total
$475–3,200
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Charcoal Canister Replacement

Replacement of a saturated or cracked EVAP charcoal canister that stores your fuel tank's vapors.

Estimated total
$235–1,040
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Custom Exhaust Installation

Custom-bent and welded exhaust work built to your vehicle and your goals, quoted after we see the car.

Typical range — final quote required
$380–2,250
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DEF System Diagnostic

We diagnose diesel exhaust fluid faults before a countdown forces your diesel into a 5-mph crawl.

Estimated total
$95–180
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Diesel Particulate Filter Cleaning

Professional cleaning or forced regeneration of a soot-clogged DPF — a fraction of the cost of replacement.

Estimated total
$205–850
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Diesel Particulate Filter Diagnostic

We test your DPF's soot load, pressure sensors, and regeneration history to find out why it is clogging.

Estimated total
$95–180
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Diesel Particulate Filter Replacement

Replacement of a cracked or melted DPF with a new emissions-compliant filter, installed and programmed.

Estimated total
$1,030–4,875
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Downstream Oxygen Sensor Replacement

Replacement of the rear (after-catalyst) oxygen sensor that monitors your catalytic converter's health.

Estimated total
$100–440
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EGR System Diagnostic

We test your EGR valve and passages to find out why the engine is running rough or setting EGR codes.

Estimated total
$90–175
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EGR Valve Replacement

Replacement of a stuck or carbon-clogged EGR valve to cure rough idle, stalling, and EGR codes.

Estimated total
$170–800
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Emissions Readiness Diagnostic

We find out why your car's emissions monitors will not set to ready so you can pass NY inspection.

Estimated total
$80–160
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EVAP Leak Diagnostic

We track down the leak in your fuel vapor system that keeps turning on the check engine light.

Estimated total
$90–180
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EVAP Smoke Test

A pressurized smoke test that makes even a pinhole leak in your fuel vapor system visible.

Estimated total
$80–140
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Exhaust Clamp Replacement

Replacement of a rusted or loose exhaust clamp to stop leaks and rattles at a pipe joint.

Estimated total
$45–145
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Exhaust Hanger Replacement

Replacement of broken rubber hangers so your exhaust stops banging against the underbody.

Estimated total
$45–175
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Exhaust Leak Diagnostic

We find exactly where your exhaust is leaking so you only pay to fix the section that failed.

Estimated total
$80–175
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Exhaust Manifold Gasket Replacement

Replacement of the blown gasket between the engine and exhaust manifold to seal a leak at its source.

Estimated total
$260–1,025
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Exhaust Manifold Replacement

Replacement of a cracked or warped exhaust manifold to stop the cold-start tick and exhaust leak at the engine.

Estimated total
$440–1,950
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Exhaust Noise Diagnostic

We track down rattles, drones, and roars from your exhaust and tell you exactly what is causing them.

Estimated total
$80–165
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Exhaust Pipe Repair

Patch or section repair of a leaking exhaust pipe without replacing the whole run.

Estimated total
$80–385
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Exhaust Pipe Replacement

Replacement of a rusted-out or damaged exhaust pipe section with a new pipe, properly fitted and sealed.

Estimated total
$195–890
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Exhaust System Inspection

A full front-to-back check of your exhaust system for leaks, rust, damage, and loose parts.

Estimated total
$80–150
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Exhaust Temperature Sensor Replacement

Replacement of a failed exhaust gas temperature sensor that protects your DPF and catalytic components.

Estimated total
$110–515
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Exhaust Tip Installation

Installation of polished or black exhaust tips for a cleaner look at the back of your car.

Estimated total
$55–290
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Failed Inspection Diagnostic

Failed your NY inspection? We read the rejection report, find the real cause, and map the cheapest path to a sticker.

Estimated total
$85–175
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Flex Pipe Repair

Weld-in repair of a torn flex pipe section to quiet a leak without replacing the whole downpipe.

Estimated total
$120–385
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Flex Pipe Replacement

Full replacement of a failed flex pipe section, restoring a quiet, sealed connection between engine and exhaust.

Estimated total
$175–700
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Muffler Repair

Patch, weld, or re-secure a leaking muffler to quiet it down without a full replacement.

Estimated total
$75–290
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Muffler Replacement

Replacement of a rusted or blown-out muffler with a new unit that brings your car back to quiet.

Estimated total
$170–815
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NOx Sensor Replacement

Replacement of a failed NOx sensor so your diesel's SCR system works and DEF countdowns stop.

Estimated total
$290–1,015
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Oxygen Sensor Replacement

Replacement of a failed oxygen sensor to restore fuel economy and turn off the check engine light.

Estimated total
$100–460
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Performance Exhaust Installation

Professional installation of a cat-back or axle-back performance exhaust system, quoted after we see the car.

Typical range — final quote required
$475–3,375
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Purge Valve Replacement

Replacement of a stuck EVAP purge valve — one of the most common causes of a lingering check engine light.

Estimated total
$90–360
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Resonator Replacement

Replacement of a rusted-out resonator to eliminate drone and restore your car's factory sound.

Estimated total
$150–630
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Upstream Oxygen Sensor Replacement

Replacement of the front (before-catalyst) oxygen sensor that controls your engine's fuel mixture.

Estimated total
$110–490
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Vent Valve Replacement

Replacement of the EVAP vent valve near the fuel tank that lets the system breathe and seal on command.

Estimated total
$100–425
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