How much does it cost to replace a Mercedes catalytic converter?
The average cost to replace the catalytic converter at a Mercedes-Benz dealership is around $1400-$1800. A less expensive alternative is to find a muffler shop that will install a universal catalytic converter. The cost to install a universal catalytic converter ranges between $400 and $800.
Where are the bolts on a Mercedes catalytic converter?
Remove the two 13mm bolts at the flange above the catalytic converter. The upper bolt was easier to remove from above the engine. The lower bolt we were able to remove from under the vehicle.
Can a muffler shop install a universal catalytic converter?
When it comes to installing a universal catalytic converter, it may be better to leave it to the professionals. Installing a universal catalytic converter may require cutting the old cat converter and welding. We would recommend finding a muffler shop in your area and have them install the catalytic converter.
How to replace the catalytic converter on a Mercedes Benz?
Loosen the nut using an E10 socket and slide the bracket off. Remove two 10mm nuts. Remove the bracket from the car. Remove the two 13mm bolts at the flange above the catalytic converter. The upper bolt was easier to remove from above the engine.
What happens if you bypass the catalytic converter?
Bypassing/Removing Catalytic Converters? Hypothetically, would the complete removal of the catalytic converters from an 02 ML320 cause any harm to the operation of the engine/other systems? Ignoring the issue of the emission tests, etc, would their removal affect fuel economy, noise level, exhaust smell, etc negatively?
What happens if you remove the catalytic converter on a ml500?
FYI, the ML500 is an LEV with four cats, and gets 20mpg. 22 highway. The ML engine is tuned by computer to run with a certain amount of back pressure. If you remove those converters, it will screw up the way the engine runs because there’s no way the computer can compensate for the absence of back pressure. In other words, don’t do it.
What happens if you remove the cat from a Mercedes 320?
Any changes in pressue usually lead to o2 sensor failures which cause serious problems with the fuel/air management. In other words, if you remove your cat from your 320, your o2 senors will fault which will trigger MAF problems undoubtly and probaly kill other systems over time.