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If it has electronic fuel injection and a computer, yes.

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Q: Does a car need a catalytic converter to run properly?
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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.


Does your car 1992 model need a catalytic converter is it the LAW?

If it came from the factory with a catalytic converter then it must have one


Does your car need a catalytic converter in the state of Florida?

Yes, it is illegal to operate any vehicle that came equipped with a catalytic converter from the factory with it removed.


What is the device fitted into car to reduce pollution?

catalytic converter


How will car run after removing catalytic converter?

Your car will not run better and you will get no better mileage. In fact you car will not run correctly without the converter as the ECU will not be able to adjust the correct fuel/air mixture properly without the converter on place. Know that is illegal in all 50 states to remove a catalytic converter. The fine is from $2,500 to $25,000.


Can you bypass the catalytic converter on your 2001 Pontiac Bonneville sle?

No, this is illegal and carries a hefty fine if you are caught. Besides your car will not run properly if you bypass the converter.


Do you need to have a catalytic converter in Arizona?

Yes, you have to have a catalytic converter in every state if the car came equipped with one when new. It is against federal law to remove one.


Do you have t replace the catalytic converter in a 2001 Mazda 626?

Not unless it is clogged or damaged. You cannot run the car without a converter if that is what you are asking. It is illegal and the engine will not run properly with the converter removed.


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.


How often to change catalytic converter?

On modern vehicles the catalytic converter is made to last the life of the vehicle. It would need to be replaced if the car is burning a lot of oil or if it has been damaged.


How much can i get for your catalytic converter?

Nothing. I need it for my car. Would not pass safety inspection without it.


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.