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How do you know the catalytic converter is going bad on a Nissan Maxima?
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Hard starting, loss of power, & poor fuel mileage.
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How do you know if catalytic converter is going out?
Tap it and if you hear parts rattling around it's shot. A catalytic converter is made up of ceramic plates, if it rattles when hit it's broken up inside. Replace.
How does a bad catalytic converter effect the way the car run does it feel like the car is struggling to pick up speed?
A foul smell is the most common sign of a bad catalytic converter. If you smell what seems to be a rotten egg and it gets stronger over time, the catalytic converter is not working properly. A large drop in your fuel economy may be a sign that your catalytic converter is going bad or is blocked. A lack of power, especially at high speeds, may be a sign that the catalytic converter is going, or has gone, bad.A vehicle that stalls during idle, or idles rough, may have a blocked or bad catalytic converter. Your catalytic converter may be blocked if you experience bucking or hesitation while trying to accelerate. Additionally, your vehicle may run at a higher than normal temperature. A catalytic converter typically doesn't go bad without an underlying cause. A mechanic should be able to find the original problem and may not have to replace the converter.
Do catalytic converters rattle when going bad?
Yes, that is a sign of a bad converter. Just make sure it is the converter that is rattling and not the heat shield located above the converter which are notorious for rattling on older vehicles.
Can a 1999 Chevy Tahoe run good without a catalytic converter?
If you remove a catalytic converter, you are breaking the law. It is a $2500 fine. It will not run right anyway, because of the oxygen sensor after the catalytic system. You are just going to get horrible fuel mileage if the cat is removed, and a check engine light that is annoying as hell.
Is it safe to drive a car with the O2 sensor going bad?
Safe, yes, smart, no. Damage can occur to the Catalytic Converter.
What would cause vehicle to surge while the AC is on 1998 Mercury Villager?
my guess would be a catalytic converter going bad. you can remove the front oxygen sensor and drive it. if the problem goes away then it is probably the catalytic converter. nth njth ///////???????????????????kldghavnivaetahdsngahe
How much does a catalytic converter for a 92 Mazda mx3 cost?
if your going to change the cadiladic converter on your Mazda you should thimk about going high flow the are about 250 installed mabe 275 at minikie but for a stcok replacment i believe its 225
