Not directly, but it may make the light come on if there is high manifold pressure from the high backpressure. The check engine lights usually only apply for sensors and indicate a larger problem.
The muffler is most likely clogged and will not allow the exhaust gases to exit the combustion chamber. Check the muffler for obstructions or replace the muffler.
Your bad muffler might be part of the reason your check engine light comes on. Usually, your bad muffler causes something else to go wrong and that causes your check engine light to come on. Problems cascade.
If the engine idles ok but dies when you press the gas pedal, check the operation of the choke and throttle baffles, that the fuel filter is not clogged, and that the fuel pump is operatong correctly. If everything checks out ok, then the problem is emmissions related (possible clogged catalyctic converter, muffler, etc).
Black smoke usually indicates fuel not being completely burned. The choke being stuck, clogged egr valve or the engine needing a tune up are the three places to start troubleshooting.
Well if its clogged then i say you need to get it fixed!, it could blow!!! It could blow because of the pressure build up in side
Check the 2001 Trooper for proper fuel pressure. Check for proper ignition timing, and check for a clogged EGR filter.
Do you have a check engine light on? COuld be a Solenoid that determines boost for the Turbo (if equipped), clogged fuel filter, clogged Catalytic converter, dirty air filter
Go to a muffler shop to check the converter to see if its clogged. Also what is meant by the word straining.
You didn't state what year but I would check the fuel pump first. Or a clogged filter
A clogged or defective fuel filter will very likely cause a check engine light. If it is suspected, it should be replaced.
I would first check the nozzel, it might be clogged. Check and listen if the pump is working. You should be able to hear it pumping. Check the lines from the resivor in the engine compartment back as far as you can. If pump is not working it might be a fuse. Hope this helps!
Check the air filter is not clogged. Get a garage to read the fault codes and fix it.