Do you need to replace the catalytic converter with an aftermarket one?
Remember: An aftermarket catalytic converter usually needs to be linked to the exhaust pipes in most vehicles, which is a job that most mobile mechanics can complete without a hitch, especially if the catalytic converter you have is a direct fit. You may also need to replace the oxygen sensors along with the catalytic converter in some cases.
Where do you put the gaskets on a catalytic converter?
Insert any gaskets supplied with the new catalytic converter. Some converters, especially bolt-installed ones, will come with small, round gaskets that sit in the pipes connected to the converter to give the converter a snugger, more secure fit.
What’s the best way to avoid a catalytic converter blockage?
The best way to avoid blockage on your catalytic converter is to drive your vehicle for 15 minutes each day so that the exhaust heats up enough to scorch away the deposits that have accumulated on the catalytic converter. Here you can read about the catalytic converter cost, labor, and parts prices when to replace it, etc.
Which is the best database for inspecting aftermarket catalytic converters?
When it comes to inspecting aftermarket catalytic converters (Especially on OBD II vehicles), CARB’s catalytic converter database is the smog inspectors bible.
Remember: An aftermarket catalytic converter usually needs to be linked to the exhaust pipes in most vehicles, which is a job that most mobile mechanics can complete without a hitch, especially if the catalytic converter you have is a direct fit. You may also need to replace the oxygen sensors along with the catalytic converter in some cases.
The best way to avoid blockage on your catalytic converter is to drive your vehicle for 15 minutes each day so that the exhaust heats up enough to scorch away the deposits that have accumulated on the catalytic converter. Here you can read about the catalytic converter cost, labor, and parts prices when to replace it, etc.
When it comes to inspecting aftermarket catalytic converters (Especially on OBD II vehicles), CARB’s catalytic converter database is the smog inspectors bible.
How are catalytic converters secured to the pipes?
As catalytic converters are usually sealed metal units by design, once they have failed they must be replaced. Typically, catalytic converters are secured in two ways: either bolted up at the flanges or welded directly into the pipes of the exhaust system.