Fuel injectors do go bad....just like any other part of the engine. Some shops recommend replacing them during a tune up. Others at least recommend a good cleaning. Running good quality gasoline and a good injector cleaner a couple times a year will do wonders for them lasting longer. There is also the electrical portion of the injector which goes bad and there's not much that can be done to prevent that. I've seen them go bad in less than 100k miles....and then there's my Expedition that still has the original injectors with 208k.
Depends on what the smell is and what is causing it. Have the catalytic converter tested before you spend the money to replace it. It maybe something else causing this problem.
A catalytic converter can get red hot on a Chrysler LHS primarily due to excessive heat generated from unburned fuel entering the exhaust system, often caused by engine misfires, a faulty fuel injector, or a malfunctioning ignition system. Additionally, a clogged or restricted exhaust can trap heat, causing the converter to overheat. Excessive idling or driving with a rich fuel mixture can also contribute to this condition. It's crucial to address these underlying issues promptly to prevent damage to the catalytic converter and the vehicle's engine.
A flashing check engine light is due to a condition that is causing catalytic converter damage. Normal cause is a severe misfireA flashing check engine light is due to a condition that is causing catalytic converter damage. Normal cause is a severe misfire
Yes. If a coil is bad causing one or more cylinders to not fire, this allows raw unburned fuel to enter the catalytic converter, where it is burned. This can ruin a converter.
Yes, a 2000 Chevy Impala can run without a catalytic converter, but doing so is not recommended. It may lead to increased emissions, causing the vehicle to fail emissions tests and potentially incur legal penalties. Additionally, removing the catalytic converter can affect engine performance and fuel efficiency. It's advisable to replace a faulty catalytic converter rather than remove it.
A faulty muffler will not cause this but a clogged catalytic converter will.
no it causes alot of problems
Look that is plausable but the real answer is that the engine is dumping raw fuel into the converter (catalytic converter) and burning it inside the converter and this can be dangerous in some cases you can actually have a mini explosion\fire causing a good bit of damage. I hope this is helpful to anyone needing the answer..
Plugged fuel filter? Plugged air filter? Plugged catalytic converter?
Yes, removing a catalytic converter can increase fuel consumption because it can lead to inefficient combustion of fuel, resulting in higher fuel consumption. Additionally, the engine may not run as efficiently without the catalytic converter, causing it to burn more fuel.
Loose timing chain? Loose heat shield on catalytic converter?
Modern cars use two oxygen sensors to monitor the exhaust before and after the catalytic converter. Removing the catalytic converter would cause your engine to run improperly, possibly causing damage and most likely making your gas mileage worse. Just replace it if it's broken.