Reduce Emissions by Repairing Your Catalytic Converter
By auto news Jun 18, 2010
The catalytic converter plays an important role in your car’s exhaust system by removing harmful pollutants from the exhaust. But sometimes you need to have your catalytic converter repaired which is often costly. The good thing is that the converter has a 7 year or 70,000 mile warranty; the, bad thing is that catalytic converters often fail long after warranties expire.
The first indication that your converter is no longer working is when you fail your biannual emissions test. This test determines the pollutant levels of Carbon Dioxide (C02) and Ozone (O2) in your exhaust and fails your car if it exceeds levels set by your state.
Sometimes your engine is the cause of the emission failure, but often you catalytic converter just needs replacing. Your mechanic will determine the source of your car’s problem.
If you take your car to a dealer, the dealer usually replaces the entire exhaust system all the way down to the muffler. This is a costly repair. You may want to look at alternative solutions such as taking your car to a Muffler Repair Shop.
The Muffler Repair Shop will cut out the faulty converter and weld in a new one. This repair will cost a fraction of the cost.
Before you have your emissions retested, “break in” your converter by driving your car for a few days.
By repairing your catalytic converter, your car will emit less pollution that is harmful to the environment. With a simple replacement of the converter, you can save money which could be come a costly repair.
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