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Features & Benefits:
- Keeps Check Engine Light Off for Emissions Codes - OE style high-technology washcoat and optimal precious metal load deliver required reduction in tailpipe emission to match vehicle application
- Direct-Fit Design - Bolt-on replacement solution with OE-style routings for easy installation that doesn't require fabrication or welding
- Doesn't Require Break-In - Ready to operate with application-specific converter shell design and mat compression
- Strong and Durable – Stainless-steel body with aluminized pipe and heat shields for durability
Why Catalytic Converters Are Necessary?
With almost perfect efficiency at cleaning up harmful gases from the air, catalytic converters are one of the most significant factors of why we have much cleaner air than we did nearly 50 years ago. Some enthusiasts are still under the notion that converters sap performance, but the truth is that modern converters offer virtually zero flow restriction. It’s cleaner and carries a minimal performance penalty. Without converters, our air would be much harder to breathe.
Generally speaking, catalytic converters should be good for at least 100,000 miles, if not more. Modern onboard computer systems in cars can monitor catalytic converter performance and alert you when it has finally reached the end of its service life.
Description:
The basic job of a catalytic converter is to eliminate unburned fuel and potentially dangerous compounds from the exhaust beFore they can reach the environment.
If these toxic gases are not removed, then it can have dangerous effects on the environment. This device is specially designed to reduce the emissions of the vehicle and greenhouse gases.
However, if the converter is not working properly, and some issue arises, then the effect is very clear that even the driver sitting inside can easily notice it.
All in all, the high quality catalytic converter with high quality materials and precision tools. What's more, the product is covered with 5-year limited warranty.
NOTE: BeFore placing the order, please check year and model according your vehicle. So you will get a catalytic converter perfect fitting For your car. And professional installation is suggested.
• EPA Approved.
EPA approved For all Federal and CaliFornia compliant vehicles, including Low Emission Vehicles* in all states excluding CaliFornia.
Not legal For sale in CaliFornia. If your vehicle is registered in CaliFornia, do not purchase this part. If your vehicle meets CaliFornia requirements,
but is not registered in CaliFornia, this converter will work on your vehicle.
• No engine light problems,Can pass EPA inspection
• 5 years or 50,000 miles limited warranty
Specification:
Other Part Number:54399 82681 58068 58425 18405 18048 45100 325341 809577 88068 642785 0991102
Package:
Front Oxygen sensor ports: 1
Body Length: 13"
Body Width: 4.25"
Body Height: 4.25"
Overall Length: 40" Connection Type: 2 Bolt/3 Bolt Welded Flanges
Fitment:
2001-2005 Honda Civic 1.7L
Testing
Check for exhaust leaks. Once you've installed a new catalytic converter, one thing you'll want to do immediately is double-check to make sure there aren't any leaks in the exhaust system on either side of it. Depending on where it is, an exhaust leak can cause a variety of problems for your vehicle, including reduced fuel efficiency and long-term damage.
- There are several ways to find an exhaust leak. One is to simply be observant while you drive — if your car sounds louder than normal when it runs or seems to "rumble" more, you may have a leak.You can also check for leaks by jacking your car up, starting it in park, and carefully moving a lit candle along the length of the exhaust tubing. Leaks which are invisible to the eye should cause the flame to waver or blow out.
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Measure back-pressure in the exhaust system. One problem that can occur in faulty catalytic converters is that they can become "backed up" with soot, debris, and other exhaust byproducts or broken apart inside the converter. In this case, the engine's ability to rid itself of exhaust is hampered, which can cause a vehicle's fuel efficiency to plummet and can even cause the engine to stall in severe cases.[6] Luckily, performing a backpressure test is simple — just screw a pressure gauge into the oxygen sensor's hole before the converter in the exhaust manifold in most vehicles. The pressure reading should be less than 1.25 psi when the vehicle's engine is running at 2,000 RPMs.
- The worse the congestion is, the higher the pressure reading can be. Very bad backpressure readings can approach 3 psi.
Perform a mallet test for old converters. If your car's converter is old and worn, one simple test can tell whether it needs to be replaced very quickly. Simply grab a rubber mallet (or similar tool) and give the converter a firm hit. If you hear any sort of rattling, your converter needs to be replaced — this indicates that the metallic catalyst within has begun to corrode and crumble.
- However, if you don't hear a rattle, this doesn't necessarily mean that your converter works well. There may still be other problems with it. To be clear, this test can only tell you if you have a bad converter, not if you have a good one.
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Consider more advanced tests. Catalytic converters can be tricky parts — if you're in doubt about whether or not yours is functioning properly even after performing the tests above, don't hesitate to take it to a mechanic or specialist. These professionals will have access to the type of equipment that can be used to perform more advanced tests, like delta temperature tests, oxygen storage tests, and CO2 tests.
- Most auto shops that offer smog testing will be able to perform these sorts of emissions tests.
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