Check engine light is on for the catalytic converter , I fixed one about a year ago. Is there a part needed, Frontback? Which part
With my car , I got my catalytic converter fixed about a year ago. But now the check engine light is on for it again now. The guy at autozone said there are different parts for it. Front/back ? So I am assuming I need to change a different one ? Also he showed me pictures of a smaller one and a longer one. How would I know which one to buy to get it fixed ? And where would I go to get it fixed ? I feel he was trying to get me to buy a more expensive one but looking online I see some for $140 and below. So I am super lost here please help asap.
My car has 185000 miles.
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Since your vehicle has a V shaped engine, it will likely have two catalytic converters. Since the engine is mounted transversly in the vehicle (because it is front wheel drive) there will be one converter on the front and one on the rear. If you had one replaced, it is likely the issue is coming from the opposite converter. I would recommend having your exhaust system inspected by a qualified professional who has experience in exhaust system diagnosis and repair.
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Malfunctioning Sensor: There are several sensors in your vehicle that help monitor the performance of the engine and emissions system. If one of these sensors is malfunctioning or was damaged during the catalytic converter replacement, it could trigger the service engine soon light.
The catalytic converter converts harmful byproducts of internal combustion to less-harmful compounds. If there`s an exhaust leak letting gasses out of the system before it reaches the converter, if the converter becomes damaged or if it`s missing altogether, the check engine light will activate in your dashboard.
In most cases, successfully repairing the issue that caused your light to come on will cause the check engine light to turn off automatically—but only after 10 to 20 “cycles”.
Aftermarket 02 sensors have been known to cause check engine lights when used with some aftermarket CATs. If a check engine light is on even after an acceptable aftermarket CAT has been installed, the vehicle will not pass smog.
As part of a car`s exhaust system, the catalytic converter helps to reduce air pollution. You will not harm your engine or your car in any way by driving without a catalytic converter.
The code P0420 can be caused by the catalyst, O2 sensors before and after the catalyst. If both O2 sensors and catalyst was replaced then you may have an exhaust leak at the manifold or pipes.
To start the break-in procedure, start the car after you`ve replaced the cat. Let the car idle in place without applying any gas. When the engine warms up to its operating temperature, get inside and give the car enough gas to bump the RPMs to around 2500. Hold it there for 2 minutes and then release the gas.
Not necessarily. For example, if the catalytic converter fails because of cracked welds or because the element inside broke up into tiny pieces, the oxygen sensors will be fine (usually there`s an upstream and a downstream oxygen sensor in modern vehicles).
What the catalytic converter warning light means. This light is made to warn the driver that the catalytic converter is either overheating or not operating as intended. The inside of the catalytic converter consists of a honeycomb design that increases the surface area in contact with the air.
To make sure the check engine light does not reappear, it`s recommended that you drive your car 30 to 100 miles. This enables the vehicle`s “Drive Cycle” to reset, as the various sensors need time to recalibrate.
To start the break-in procedure, start the car after you`ve replaced the cat. Let the car idle in place without applying any gas. When the engine warms up to its operating temperature, get inside and give the car enough gas to bump the RPMs to around 2500. Hold it there for 2 minutes and then release the gas.
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Check engine light is on for the catalytic converter , I fixed one about a year ago. Is there a part needed, Frontback? Which part
ANSWER : Since your vehicle has a V shaped engine, it will likely have two catalytic converters. Since the engine is mounted transversly in the vehicle (because it is front wheel drive) there will be one converter on the front and one on the rear. If you had one replaced, it is likely the issue is coming from the opposite converter. I would recommend having your exhaust system inspected by a qualified professional who has experience in exhaust system diagnosis and repair.
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