[header] How to fix a broken exhaust pipe [title] Park the vehicle on a level surface. [step] In order to repair an exhaust leak, you will need to jack the vehicle up to locate it. Always jack vehicles up on flat, level surfaces to ensure the jack won't topple over as you lift the vehicle. 
It is also important to ensure the surface is sturdy enough to support the weight of the vehicle beneath the jack. [substeps] Black top or concrete are the best surfaces to jack up a vehicle on.