Scenic exhaust flap issue

Hi, I've got a problem with my 2007 Renault Scenic, gasoline engine, mileage is 125464 km. The exhaust flaps seem to be not working. I'm getting an error stored in the error memory, the exhaust noise is louder than usual, and the engine is running noisy after a cold start. I suspect the exhaust flap is defective. Anyone had a similar issue?

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Hey, I had a similar issue with my Renault Scenic. Louder exhaust noise was a key symptom. When the exhaust flaps malfunction, it causes changes in how the exhaust gases are routed, and that leads to noticeable noise increases, especially at certain RPMs or during cold starts. Has your engine performance also been affected?

Thanks for the quick reply! Yes, the engine performance seems a bit off, especially at lower RPMs. You mentioned exhaust flaps malfunction. Did you manage to fix it yourself, or did you have to go to a workshop? What was the repair?

I didn't fix it myself, too complex. I took it to a workshop. They confirmed it was the flap actuator that was gone. You could try checking the actuator connection, but honestly, I'd suggest a visit to the workshop. The exhaust components can be tricky.

Ok, thanks for the advice! I'll take it to the workshop then. I got a quote for around 190€, so I hope it will be a similar price. Really appreciate the help!

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