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Have you ever been startled by the loud noise of a vehicle backfiring, sounding almost like an explosion? If you’ve ever wondered why this happens, you’re not alone. This phenomenon has been a topic of discussion on social media, with various users sharing their insights and experiences.
Answers from Social Media
According to a discussion on Reddit, the backfiring is often a result of modifications made to the vehicle’s Engine Control Unit (ECU). Some vehicle owners tune their ECU to add excess fuel under certain conditions. This excess fuel then ignites in the exhaust pipe, causing the loud pops, bangs, and backfires that you hear…