Hi all,

After pulling out of an improvised parking spot, my exhaust had a noticeable leak. No CEL has popped up. I finally got the thing up on jackstands, and I can't detect any damage in the exhaust or the cat converter. It seems like the leak is originating from either the bracket connecting the cat converter and the exhaust manifold, or the manifold itself. I bought this car with the intent to never work on an OBD2 vehicle again, but I'd rather not have a dealer overcharge me to get at the mani. Has anyone run into this, and if so can you offer me some constructive insight as to gettin in there deeper? Is there a DIY exhaust replacement or manifold replacement? My efforts to search were fruitless so I have to risk being redundant. Thanks ahead of time for your responses.

2011 fit- 22k miles. Stock as fuck.

 

When the car is cold, pop it up, and remove the heat shielding carefully. (it can be sharp)

Get a rag and clean any road dirt away from everything.

Seriously, leaky tire trick. except, do extra soap.

Have a friend or significant other start the car. You should be on jackstands. Your tires should be chocked. Your e brake should be on and working correctly.

and the person starting the car should be ready at an instant to shut it off.