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Q: Can a bad catalytic converter cause a car to lose power and make the care sound rough when pressing on the gas?
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Can a catalytic converter cause engine loss of power?

Yes


Why do you lose power when pressing the gas pedal?

Could be, a plugged fuel filter, a damaged catalytic converter,


Can a clogged catalytic converter cause an engine to backfire?

Yes, it is possible. It will also cause severe loss of power.


What would cause your s10 blazer to lose power after warming up?

A defective catalytic converter can do that.


How do you know catalytic converter is bad?

A bad catalytic converter will cause a severely restricted exhaust system. You would notice a lack of power and performance from you vehicle and in cases of a completely blocked converter, the engine may not run.


Can the catalytic converter cause loss of power?

yes; but in removing one you run the risk of a $10,000 fine.


Will a bad catalytic converter cause hard starting?

Yes it will, plus loss of power, & poor mileage.


Can a car have more power with catalytic converter gone?

No, the vehicle will not only not have more power it will not run properly with converter removed. Secondly it is illegal to remove the catalytic converter.


Why is your 1991 E250 5.8 Liter losing power on hills?

Check the catalytic converter. They get plugged and cause the vehicle to lose power.


Will bad oxygen sensors cause power loss?

A bad oxygen sensor can cause power loss, reduced fuel economy and damage to your catalytic converter.


Will catalytic converter affect battery power?

No.


What all can cause engine power loss in a 1995 Saturn?

A plugged fuel filter, A plugged catalytic converter,