When,
Replace Your Audi Catalytic Converter?
Why, And How To
Having trouble accelerating your Audi?
This could be an indicator of catalytic converter malfunction.
No need to freak out though… diagnosing a failing catalytic converter is very easy.
Go through this presentation for more info.
Catalytic Converter- What Is It Used For?
It makes the exhaust gases generated by the vehicle slightly less noxious.
Here’s how it does that:2 CO + O2 --> 2 CO2 2 CO + 2NO --> 2 CO2 + N2 HC + NO --> CO2 + H2O + N2 2 H2 + 2NO --> 2 H2O + N2 CO + H2O --> CO2 + H2 HC + H2O --> CO2 + H2
Bad Catalytic Converter Signs To Watch For
Car fails an emissions test
emissions
Your Audi can fail an
test due to many different things.
One of which is a failing catalytic converter.
Engine performance issue
If your Audi isStruggling to pick up speed Stalling Misfiring - you could be dealing with a faulty catalytic converter.
Lit-up check engine light
Yep…
A flashing check engine light could mean your catalytic converter is failing.
Get it tested and if it is damaged beyond repair, install a new one.
Exhaust gas smells like rotten egg
This is an unmistakable sign of catalytic converter malfunction.
To get rid of the smell, you need to get rid of the defective cat converter.
Reasons Why A
Converter
Catalytic
Can Malfunction
Below are a few things that can result in catalytic converter failure in a car:Engine is running rich Structural damage
Oil or antifreeze in the exhaust system
To Sum Things Up
A faulty catalytic converter can
cause many problems.
So, make sure that yours is working fine.
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