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Subaru Impreza 2006: Will aftermarket exhaust void warranty?

I'VE just bought an MY06 Subaru WRX and plan to change the muffler with an aftermarket stainless-steel one to give the car a louder note. I was told by Subaru this will void my warranty. Is this correct?

WE ASKED Subaru to explain why it doesn't recommend non-factory modifications, including exhaust systems. Suppliers often don't tell customers that modifications could adversely affect other parts over time. For example, modifiers may give extra horsepower and boost, but they alter the cam profile, exhaust gas temperature and air/fuel mixture. This can cause failure elsewhere, such as exhaust valves or melted pistons.

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