This typically creates excessive steam and water, particularly near the engine when it’s running. Here are a few reasons why your muffler may be leaking water Every time your car comes on, combustion occurs in the engine, producing a mixture of water and carbon dioxide The exhaust gasses depart the combustion chamber You may observe water dripping from your car’s muffler at this point. When the exhaust is cold water vapor in the exhaust (a normal byproduct of combustion) can condense before it gets out and it will drip
That's normal and it should stop once the exhaust system is hot enough that the water vapor no longer condenses. One of the most common places to see excess water drip is the vehicle's exhaust pipe Most of the time, seeing a drip of water coming from your exhaust is no concern at all, and is a natural. This article explores the possible reasons for water in your exhaust, from harmless to hazardous, so you can assess the severity and know if repairs are needed.
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