Removal the catalytic converter together with the exhaust system from under the car
If there is damage or dents on the catalytic converter housing, it must be replaced
It is necessary to periodically check that there is a sufficient air gap between the heat shield and the catalytic converter.
The catalytic converter is a reliable and simple device that does not require any maintenance, but there are some facts that the owner should know to ensure maximum service life of the catalytic converter:
- do not use leaded gasoline in a vehicle equipped with a catalytic converter, as the lead will coat the precious metals in the catalytic converter grid, reducing the efficiency of their conversion and ultimately causing the catalytic converter to fail;
- always keep ignition and fuel systems in good order;
- if misfiring is observed during engine operation, do not operate the vehicle until the malfunction is corrected;
- do not tow start the engine;
- do not turn off the ignition at high engine speeds;
- do not use your vehicle if you see blue smoke coming from the exhaust pipe;
- after the engine has stopped, the exhaust system continues to emit a significant amount of heat for a long time, so you should avoid parking your car on grass and dry leaves;
- remember that the catalytic converter is fragile, so avoid impacts when removing the catalytic converter or exhaust system;
- a catalyst used in a well-adjusted vehicle should last from 100 to 150 thousand kilometers.