The catalytic converter is subjected to reduced exhaust flow from the vehicle provided the converter is allowed to overheat for any length of eternity. This is normally caused by flat Glimmer plugs, sticking fuel injectors or a failure of sensors, causing the machine to richen the concoction to such a measure that there is a portion of unburned fuel in the converter, causing it to burn the fuel and accumulation the heat.
Instructions
1. Turn the primary to the bound position with the engine off.3. Push the "Scan" Press-stud on the edict scanner.
Diagnosing the catalytic converter is vital when the trial engine fluorescent illuminates, and when cross-checked shows a failure. or the engine horsepower is drastically reduced.2. Hook the scanner up to the Harbour located under the Chauffeur's side of the sprint.
Cross-reference the enactment with the code sheet provided with the scanner, which will provide an explanation of the code. If the code means that the catalytic converter is below the threshold, the converter is bad.
4. Check the converter for a blocked situation by feeling the amount of exhaust from the tail pipe. With the engine running, check the catalytic converter for overheating by its color. If it turns red, it is plugged. Listen for exhaust backing up and causing a hissing sound at the exhaust manifold.
