The converter is clogged or the engine is running way to rich or has a misfire.
NO, unless it it worn out or making noise
Sometimes the heat shields around the outside of the converter break loose or rust out and causes a rattle noise.
Inspect the catalytic converter heat shield.
Check to heat-shield at the catalytic converter because something is loose
Perhaps heat shield on catalytic converter?
If you drive your car without a catalytic converter, you can be pulled over and given a ticket. You cannot drive your car with a lot of noise, it's considered a violation of the noise ordinance.
No, a cherry bomb is a type of muffler that reduces exhaust noise, while the catalytic converter's purpose is to reduce harmful emissions
Why is your 1993 Altima Nissan making a clicking noise but does not start?
Loose timing chain? Loose heat shield on catalytic converter?
Heat shield on catalytic converter? Octane rating of fuel not high enough Timing too far advanced Catalytic converter itself
No. It is used to lower engine emissions.
There should be no noises near your catalytic converter on your Renault Clio. If there is a noise there is most likely a part that is loose on the converter or near the converter. It may not necessarily be the converter. I would chech around the area also for other noises.