A failed catalytic converter is one of hundreds of parts that can cause the check engine light to be on.
Check that catalytic converter is not plugged
You will have to install a catalytic converter to get the light to go off.
You can't.
Yes, and it is also illegal to remove the catalytic converter. Your engine will not run properly with the converter removed and will have less power and will use more fuel.
After replacing the catalytic converter on a 2002 Chevy 1500 truck, you can reset the check engine light by disconnecting the negative battery terminal for about 15 minutes. This will clear the vehicle's memory and reset the check engine light. You can also use an OBD-II scanner to clear any stored diagnostic trouble codes. After reconnecting the battery or using the scanner, drive the vehicle for a short distance to allow the onboard diagnostics to recalibrate.
Faulty catalytic converter, or sensors in exhaust faulty
Check heat shield on catalytic converter
Check engine light, low power, poor fuel economy, highly illegal to run without the catalytic converter.Check engine light, low power, poor fuel economy, highly illegal to run without the catalytic converter.
A flashing check engine light is due to a condition that is causing catalytic converter damage. Normal cause is a severe misfireA flashing check engine light is due to a condition that is causing catalytic converter damage. Normal cause is a severe misfire
Yes...
It will cause the check engine light to come on with no benefits.
It's illegal and will cause your check engine light to go on