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A catalytic converter should NEVER go bad unless something causes it such as a RICH or a LEAN condition.
What is a "RICH OR A LEAN CONDITION"?
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When do you have to replace a catalytic converter?
As long as the vehicle is kept in good running order the catalytic converter should last the life of the vehicle.
How long does the warranty on catalytic converter last on a 1998 Toyota corolla?
its long gone now, lets put it that way.
How long does the warranty on catalytic converter last on a 2005 Toyota Avalon?
8 years or 80,000 miles.
For 2001 VW New Beetle-replaced catalytic converter in June 2008. Did not pass inspection in December of 09 because code showed that it needed a catalyst. How long should a catalytic converter last?
It depends on what kind of converter you purchased. If you purchased a cheap aftermarket converter, then I'd guess it wouldn't last as long as an O.E. Volkswagen one. I'm guessing that your original one lasted seven years, so I'd think that a new one should last that long. It's possible that another problem such as a bad fuel injector or a miss in the engine could cause the engine to dump raw fuel into the converter. This would considerably shorten the life of the converter. A vacuum leak could cause the same problem. It should last more that a year and a half, either way, although it's doubtful that the part will be warranted longer than that.
How long does the warranty on catalytic converter after to be changed?
2 years
How long does a catalytic converter last on a 2005 Chrysler town and country?
It can last the life of the vehicle. But it can be destroyed by an engine not running properly in a very short period of time.
What is the average life span of a catalytic converter?
Assuming the engine is tuned correctly and there is a minimal amount of unburned fuel reaching the converter, it should last as long as the car itself. They break down quickly however when a vehicle has a series of misfires causing unburned fuel to reach the converter. If this happens the check engine or MIL light will flash when the converter is being ruined.
How long before a faulty catalytic converter affects the vehicle's operation?
Immediately.
Can you cut your exhaust short and not hurt your engine?
As long as the muffler and catalytic converter are intact
Does running out of gas affect the catalytic converter?
not really, as long as it is at the right temperature, it will not be affected
Can you remove the catalytic converter on a toyota tercel?
Yes, as long as you install a new one. It is illegal to remove the converter from any vehicle.
How do you avoid a bad catalytic converter?
Don't let your car idle for long periods of time.
