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Is it legal to modify a catalytic converter for NY State emissions?
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Is it legal to remove a catalytic converter on your own car in Michigan?
It is not legal to modify the emissions sytem in any state. Doing so is a violation of Federal Law.
Can you change your catalytic converter exhaust system on your peugeot 306 to a exhaust system without a catalytic converter?
no. the catalytic converter system is there for a reason. it is reducing the impact of emissions on the environment.yes. you can but your vehicle may not pass emission standards in your state check before you remove it.
May you completely remove your catalic converter?
If you live in a city, state or country where emissions checks are mandatory to renew registration. Then removing your catalytic converter will make it impossible to renew your registration.
Is a catback legal where you have to do emissions inspecton?
Depends on the state I would guess. However, the cat back should not have any effect on the emissions of the car. That is controlled by the catalytic converter among other things. HTH.
Can a 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier run fine without a catalytic converter?
Sure, until the Feds or the state catches you. Modifying the emissions equipment on your vehicle can result in a serious fine.
Do cars in New Mexico require a catalytic converter?
All vehicles registered in, or commuting at least 60 days into, Bernalillo County are required to pass an emissions test every two years. Part of the emissions test is a visual inspection to confirm that the vehicle has a catalytic converter(s) installed. Outside of Bernalillo County, state or local laws do not (as far as I know) require catalytic converters, but Federal law may prohibit you from removing your cats from your vehicle. Federal law requires all cars as built after 1975 to be equipped with a catalytic converter.
Will 49 state catalytic converter replace California catalytic converter without compromising the car and pass emissions in states other than California?
yes, of course it will. They are the exact same. California wants the converter companies to pay them extra money to the California Air Resources Board, so they can put a stamp on it saying "california approved".
What will happen if you accidentally put a tank-full of leaded gasoline into an unleaded fuel car?
The lead will destroy the catalyst in the catalytic converter and the car may have trouble passing a state emissions inspection as a result. It only takes 1-3 tanks of leaded gasoline to render a catalytic converter completely useless.
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.
Do you need a catalytic converter in the state of WA?
Yes, it is illegal to remove a converter in all 50 states.
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.
How do you improve fuel economy on a BMW?
The best way to improve fuel economy it make sure your tire are inflated to the factory specification (there should be a tire information placard on one of the doors). Beyond that, making the engine breath better will also have marginal benefits. You can try installing a less restrictive air intake system, and an exhaust system with wider pipes. If you live in a state or country that does not do emissions testing, then you can remove the catalytic converter(s), which are a huge restriction. If your car has to go through emissions testing, then there are hi-flow converters that may work. The above answer is correct except the part about removing the catalytic converter. First of all removing the catalytic converter is illegal. Secondly modern engines equipped with fuel management systems will not run properly with the catalytic converter removed. Do not, remove your catalytic converter.
