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Catalytic converters do not rattle. If it does it will need to be replaced as it may block the exhaust. Loose heat shield?
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What could be loose bad or going bad in my car that makes a rattle sound?
There could be hundreds of different things that could rattle. Give us more details. A common rattle is from the catalytic converter. The inside breaks and pieces get into the exhaust and rattle.
Could a faulty catalytic converter cause defrost system not to work properly?
No, the catalytic converter has nothing whatsoever to do with your defrost system.
Will a clogged catalytic converter cause car to stall?
It could, yes.
Will a bad catalytic converter cause decreased gas mileage?
It could, yes.
What does a ctlinder misfire do to the car?
Depending on the cause of the misfire, it could damage the catalytic converter.
A misfiring or very poorly tuned engine COULD cause permanent damage to?
The catalytic converter
What is the drive cycle for a catalytic converter?
there is no drive cycle for a catalytic converter it could be plugged up....
What could happen if rear catalytic converter is changed to pipe?
it is illegal to remove a catalytic converter.
Why would a Camry rattle when you release the pedal at start?
If it's coming from the rear, I would check either your catalytic converter or your muffler. Either could have pieces loose in them that would cause a rattling sound when you either push or release the throttle.
What are the signs of a bad catalytic converter on a 2005 Tahoe?
A couple of things could be wrong. number one you could have a check engine light on saying low deficiency out of parameter's. this means that the catalytic converter does not meet the right heat range. If it is to high this could mean that your catalytic converter is plugged. you Will have no power, very sluggish. If it is low you could have no back pressure, the inside of the catalytic converter is empty, this is to cold. it will cause the check engine light to illuminate. This an open loop condition. your computer goes to base settings and you will get very bad fuel economy. To high and to low will cause the check engine light to come on. you will need to replace the catalytic converter.
Does a catalytic converter cause the check engine light to come on?
It could, along with many other possible causes.
Can you remove the catalytic converter on a 1994 buick lesabre?
The catalytic converter on a 1994 Buick LeSabre can be removed to be replaced. It cannot be removed permanently from the vehicle. Removing the catalytic converter will cause the vehicle to not run properly because there are oxygen sensors attached to it that the car needs. Also, removing the catalytic converter permanently may violate state laws against pollution in some states.
