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Old 06-30-2008, 12:39 PM
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Exhaust noise normal?

When the car is on, does anyone notice a staccato "putt putt" sound from the exhaust? It sounds like a modified Borla exhaust hum or a hole in the exhaust system.

I'm going to hit the dealership and have them start up a few '09s and see if I hear the same sound.
Old 07-02-2008, 04:05 AM
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To be honest, I haven't noticed anything.

Just making sure, you hear the noise standing outside at the back of the car?
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I've noticed the sound of the exhaust... it's unique. I've never really heard another car that sound the way the 09 TSX does. I like it though.
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I have noticed..possibly tuned that way, to sound unique.
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here is the sound of exhaust.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_VA1V2xcpbw&NR=1

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Yes I'm at the back of the car.... the video sounds are from a revved engine or in motion. I'm talking about when car is idle....

Perhaps it is a unique tune, which would be really cool. I just want to make sure nothing is wrong with my TSX. I'll stop by the dealership this weekend...
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Originally Posted by samwlee
Yes I'm at the back of the car.... the video sounds are from a revved engine or in motion. I'm talking about when car is idle....

Perhaps it is a unique tune, which would be really cool. I just want to make sure nothing is wrong with my TSX. I'll stop by the dealership this weekend...
keep us updated!
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I have noticed this one mine as well, so I don't think it is a problem.
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I'll add my name to the 'putt putt' so I think its the normal sound, not the most sexy growl but oh well, the sound coming out of MY OWN exhaust ain't the sexiest thing either from what my g/f tells me (and guess what, the fumes coming out of both can also kill you!)
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