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What is the drive cycle for a catalytic converter?
there is no drive cycle for a catalytic converter it could be plugged up....
Can you drive a car without a catalytic converter?
Yes, a car can be driven without a catalytic converter. However, it is illegal to drive a car without them because of emissions.
Does a car's drivetrain include the catalytic converter?
No, the catalytic converter is part of the exhaust system. The drive train is the engine, transmission, and differential.
What if you drive without a catalytic converter?
If you drive your car without a catalytic converter, you can be pulled over and given a ticket. You cannot drive your car with a lot of noise, it's considered a violation of the noise ordinance.
Does it hurt your car to drive with a bad catalytic converter?
Yes it does.
Can you drive 3 hours with your catalytic converter clogged?
It is not advisable.
Can you run without a catalytic converter?
Can? Yes. Should you? No. It is illegal to drive a car that came equipped with a catalytic converter without one. There is no benefit to removing a converter from a modern car.
Does a missing catalytic converter effect the idle?
Yes, and it is illegal to drive a car with the converter removed.
Will it hurt to drive with a bad catalytic converter?
Yes, you can do serious damage to the engine if the converter is clogged.
Can you drive without a catalytic converter?
Yes, but a modern vehicle will not run properly and it is illegal to remove the converter.
What are the signs of a clogged or bad catalytic converter?
Loss of power, and a converter that gets red hot.
Why does your catalytic converter get cherry red?
It is glowing red because it is plugged up and the metal is getting hot. It is a serious fire hazard, don't drive the vehicle until you have it replaced.
