There's no possible way to pass inspection with a bad catalytic converter, if if you find out you have a bad catalytic converter during your inspection you have a chance after you after you have replaced the catalytic converter and the inspection no no charge/free!!
Nothing. I need it for my car. Would not pass safety inspection without it.
yes
No, it is illegal to remove a converter and not replace it.
Not if they test emissions.
Yes.
Yes, it most certainly does. In fact it is illegal to remove the converter.
In most cases, a car will not pass inspection without a catalytic converter, as it is a critical component of the vehicle's emissions control system. Many regions have strict emissions guidelines, and the absence of a catalytic converter typically results in failing the inspection. Additionally, removing or tampering with a catalytic converter may also lead to legal penalties, as it violates environmental regulations. Always check local laws and inspection requirements for specific details.
For state inspectons if the vehicle came with a catalytic converter it must have one one it to pass the visual inspection to receive the state inspection sticker. that is Texas state law.
To pass emissions you do.
If one is referring to a situation in which a vehicle does not pass a smog inspection, there might be several causes. One might be the catalytic converter or an old gas cap.
Replace the catalytic converter.
The torque converter or the catalytic converter? The torque converter is inside the bellhousing that connects the engine to the transmission. The catalytic converter is inline of the exhaust pipe ahead of the muffler; it's probably the first bulge in the exhaust. Removing your catalytic converter is illegal and if your state has a vehicle inspection your car won't pass without it.