Follow our simple, DIY guide below to properly replace your catalytic converter.
What Is a Catalytic Converter?
Catalytic converters initially made their appearance in the middle of the seventies and fast began to be used globally. It is a part of a vehicle’s exhaust system that turns bad engine-exhaust contaminants into a less damaging exhaust to the atmosphere using a chemical reaction. A lot of nitrogen oxides, CO, and hydrocarbons, turn into the “less harmful” nitrogen, CO, and water vapors.
Driving around devoid of one would be very detrimental to the environment.
How To Replace A Catalytic Converter
Removing and replacing a catalytic converter can be a quick and simple process. Follow these steps:
- Get your car on level ground and raise it to properly access the converter.
- You can use jack stands, if desired.
- Next, locate the converter on the front part of your car.
- The converter is larger than the pipes that are connected to it.
- Use a socket and wrench to remove the converter.
- WD-40 can be applied to loosen the bolts.
- Install your new catalytic converter by following the steps in reverse order.
When replacing the converter, make sure no exhaust gas escapes by burning a candle nearby. If any gas escapes, the fire will go out.
How Long Does It Take To Replace Catalytic Converter?
The catalytic converter is an essential piece of your vehicle because it keeps the harmful gases your car produces to a minimum. The converter is responsible for converting toxic gases into less toxic pollutants.
Like most other car parts, these converters will need to be replaced at some point. Catalytic converters are required in most startes across the country to pass an emissions test. Professional mechanics will take no more than 2 hours to remove and replace a catalytic converter.
Reasons To Remove And Replace A Catalytic Converter
There are several reasons why a catalytic converter should be removed and replaced. The most common reasons why are that it may be damaged or not functioning as intended.
Here a few reasons why you may need to replace a catalytic converter:
- The converter is old. A typical lifespan is ten years.
- The converter may have been stolen. This theft is more prominent in hybrids and trucks.
- The converter is damaged because excess gas is expelled into the exhaust system.
Always watch out for any louder noises or foul smells coming from the converter area. A lack of acceleration is another sign that a replacement may be a necessity.
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