Catalytic Converter - Consequences of not replacing?
11-15-2005, 05:30 AM
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Catalytic Converter - Consequences of not replacing?
What are the ramifications of not replacing a catalytic converter on a 2001 Highlander? Called the dealer and he said they have had to replace a few on other Highlanders. Based on the OBC codes looks like it will need O2 sensor(s) as well. Vehicle has 99K. Thanks.
11-15-2005, 07:53 AM
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I thought the emissions stuff included the cat and that it was a 100,000 mile warranty. Check your owners manual. Sounds like your stealer is a dickhead.
11-15-2005, 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Rick F.
I thought the emissions stuff included the cat and that it was a 100,000 mile warranty. Check your owners manual. Sounds like your stealer is a dickhead.
Federal Law says it 8 years, and 80,000 miles.
11-15-2005, 08:24 AM
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EPA says 8yrs/80,000 mi.
Aftermarket converters are 5yrs/50,000 mi.
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Aftermarket converters are 5yrs/50,000 mi.
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11-15-2005, 12:57 PM
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Emissions aside, I had a bunch of funky, weird problems when I ran for a year with mine off. Nothing that damaged the engine... just stuff that made it act weird. I got a high flow cat installed, and immediately got my low end back and didn't lose any high end from what I could tell.
11-16-2005, 05:51 AM
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They can clog to the point where your truck has performance problems or won't run at all, just like a muffler.
11-18-2005, 05:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Back40
My dealer wants $641 installed!!! WTF?!!
yeah, the catco is one of those items that there's no way on earth you should replace it with the original OEM unit at the dealership. for $641 you could have a really nice custom exhaust built and installed (stainless steel, even, if you're partial to the bling)
check out ebay: performancepeddler or one of those online ebay stores...
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Originally Posted by Back40
What are the ramifications of not replacing a catalytic converter on a 2001 Highlander? Called the dealer and he said they have had to replace a few on other Highlanders. Based on the OBC codes looks like it will need O2 sensor(s) as well. Vehicle has 99K. Thanks.
11-22-2005, 06:35 AM
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Originally Posted by msw0085
um 641 is rediculous. I promise I could get an aftermarket one bought, shipped, and installed for under $75..
11-22-2005, 06:49 AM
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Back40, Check these guys out. http://www.drivewire.com/toyotaparts...converter.html
11-22-2005, 07:03 AM
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Originally Posted by 99SR5
as in having a off-road mid pipe? um i know some cars the newer mustangs in particular can pass emission utill they take a look under the car.
