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Yes, if it is clogged very badly.

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Can a catalytic converter problem cause your car to stop running?

Yes if it is totally clogged.


Does a bad catalytic converter stop car from turning over?

No.


What do you need to do to get your engine to stop bogging?

Check that catalytic converter is not plugged


How do you stop rattling on a catalytic converter on a 2002 ford expedition?

Replace it.Replace it.


What causes 1999 Crown Vic catalytic converter to stop uses a?

Gets clogged


What would cause your car to shake when you start it and when you stop Catalytic converter?

Engine mounts


How to stop the Rattling noise from a catalytic converter?

The heat shield on top of the converter may have broken loose. it can be repaired. If the rattling is inside the converter it must be replaced.


Why would truck start to lose power as driving it bogs down but it don't stop running?

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How do you stop the lost of power while in drive?

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2002 Town Country I smelled rotten eggs while car running and it was suggested that I try lucas gas treatment which seems to have worked What can I do to prevent any possible future issues Thanks?

Your catalytic converter is plugged up. That's why it smells like rotten eggs. The best fix is a new catalytic converter. The stuff you're talking about cleans your cat. converter out but may or may not stop the smell. note: You need to find out why your converter is getting plugged up. Usually the cause is you car engine running too rich.


Will oxygen sensor stop your 99 ford escort from running right?

Yes, it measures the amount of oxygen in the exhaust as compared to the oxygen in the atmosphere. A faulty 02 sensor will make the engine run rich and eventually ruin the catalytic converter not to mention bad gas mileage.


What would cause a 2002 Kia optima to stop working while driving?

A bad catalytic converter and stopped up muffler will slow down the car. The catalytic converter is under warranty up to 84,000 miles, if defective. If you ran over a speed bump and damaged it, you have to replace it. You can buy a lower catalytic converter for $120 from advance auto parts.