Well the process it's different from one vehicle to another and from one mechanic to another…
When a catalytic converter it's removed depends how fast you can have proper access to it and how fast the burned/rusted bolts can be removed!
Also depends how lazy the mechanic is!
Legally you can only replace a catalytic converter with another catalytic converter.
Your catalytic converter is at the top of your motor at the exhaust manifold take out the 4 14mm screws that connect your converter to your manifold drop down out the bottom of engine and replace another really simple fix
best if you take it to a shop unless you have a welder.
To replace the catalytic converter on a 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara, start by safely lifting the vehicle and securing it on jack stands. Disconnect the battery, and then unbolt the exhaust pipes from the catalytic converter, using penetrating oil if necessary. Remove any mounting brackets and oxygen sensors, then take out the old catalytic converter. Install the new converter by reversing the process, ensuring all connections are secure and properly torqued before lowering the vehicle and reconnecting the battery.
First you must get access to the underside of your Dodge Ram. Once there, you can remove the bolts holding the clamps for the catalytic converter's attachment to the exhaust pipes. Depending on how much rust there are on the bolts, and how easy the access is , it can take anywhere from 10 minutes to 2 hours.
you cant, unless you have a oxy/acetylene torch take it to a muffler shop they're the pros
You can not unclog it. You will have to replace it and that will take a mechanic about 2.5 hours.You can not unclog it. You will have to replace it and that will take a mechanic about 2.5 hours.
yes, as long as you don't have to take it to an emissions test.
Yes, but why would you want to?
It is illegal to remove the converter.
It's illegal to remove the converter. Besides the engine will not run correctly with the converter removed.
no, a catalytic converter removes harmful gases produced by an engine, headers simply provide increased airflow out of the exhaust