2007-03-23 04:18:47 · 12 answers · asked by big b 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
yes . catalytic converter is in the exhaust pipe its function is to change carbon monoxide (which is poisonous) to carbon dioxide .also nitrogen oxides, sulpher oxides (from incomplete combustion)are oxidised .so catalytic converters is verry necessary for the environment & for our health
2007-03-23 04:27:58 · answer #1 · answered by mido88 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In California, they are necessary to pass emission standards. Catalytic converters ensure that excess fuel is all burned off and helps reduce CO emissions.
However, they also affect engine performance since the device restricts exhaust airflow and reduces overall horsepower. Without a Catalytic converter you can expect a HP gain of 10% or more.
Of course, its illegal to remove one...
2007-03-23 08:04:08 · answer #2 · answered by Tom C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They will not make your car run better, they are used to reduce emissions out of the tail pipe. They are required in California. If you use leaded gas in a car with a converter it will ruin it and the car may not pass inspection.
2007-03-23 04:23:35 · answer #3 · answered by Mike 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you will fail emissions inspection. The cat converter is needed for controlling the undesirable chemical components popping out of your tailpipe. i comprehend in my state (Maryland) they even look decrease than the vehicle to make beneficial that is nevertheless there. you could sell the single off the wrecked automobile in case you prefer yet you will possibly in basic terms get 10 dollars for it. Yours isn't probable to pass undesirable. They final longer than the muffler many times.
2016-10-01 09:11:11 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no they are useless..they hurt performance and gas mileage..
they and most smog components are why a new car gets worse mileage than a fast car from the 60's did...
throw it the pile next to the air bag on the floor
2007-03-23 05:37:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are not necessary for the vehicle to operate, but they are legally necessary in most areas.
2007-03-23 04:21:50 · answer #6 · answered by k w 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its a BIG YES. it reduces emissions that comes out from the exhaust pipe.
2007-03-23 05:43:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ever been to Denver, or Los Angeles?
The headache you get from all the smog will answer your question.
2007-03-23 04:22:54 · answer #8 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
funny question...yes if you want to save the air...the car runs fine without it but....it also runs fine without a muffler without a hood ,without a radio,,
2007-03-23 04:23:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want your car to run on unleaded gasoline, then yes.
2007-03-23 04:21:05 · answer #10 · answered by sarge927 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋