what is the purpose of a catalytic converter on a car?

Question

Can a car pass emission testing without catalytic converter? Is a catalytic converter necessary on a car?

Answer 1

It's a sort of magic lamp that will convert any car into a Cadillac.

Answer 2

Unless you want smog 1000% worse than the one in Los Angeles, California. I would say catalytic converter is a smart choice to have on your car. it filters out alot of harmful pollutants
in the emissions that cause the ozone layer to deplete the atmosphere. Which would you rather breathe?? Clean emissions? or choking emissions?

Answer 3

Your car will probably not pass the emissions test with the converter.

Many places check to make sure the converter is still installed and that it has no holes, etc.

Answer 4

cant tell you to legally do this ,but.if it is a straight thru design you can remove converter ,take a hard rod of some kind and knock the inside out ,then reinstall it..depending on vehicle though can affect mileage one way or other.i have done it to ever thing from a 93 formula firebird to a newer dodge ram 4x4.they both had more power and got better mileage and pasted emissions with flying colors.

Answer 5

It burns the emissions which cause pollution..It will not pass testing without it

Answer 6

Well it depends on your state and the year of that car i believe. But it filters some of those wonderful toxins that pollute the air, so ya depending on your car it is necessary.

Answer 7

!st thing check to see if your computer requires it. Engine may not perform right. Basic function is to take the sulfer out of the exhaust

Answer 8

it evaporates excessive unburnt gasoline (emission) in the engine

Answer 9

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