Catalytic converters are one of the last lines of defense against air
pollution from vehicles. Here are some common problems.
A car muffler filters sound, but the task of filtering toxic gases falls on the much-maligned catalytic converter. Here's how it works & why it matters.
The widespread introduction of such catalytic converter systems in North America (starting in 1976) and Europe (1986) resulted in a marked decrease in metrop...
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Having catalytic converter problems? One of the most tragic victims of neglecting your maintenance schedule is the need for a catalytic converter replacement service .
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Preventative maintenance is done for a reason. A scheduled list of things to do to keep your vehicle in tip-top shape is in your owners manual for a reason. Neglecting maintenance items, like oil chan
A catalytic converter, which is also known as a catalytic oxidizer, is a component found in the exhaust system of a vehicle. What the catalytic converter does is burn the carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons to create nitrogen. It does this by using platinum and palladium/rhodium as catalysts, but at the same time it reduces the nitrogen oxides.
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That is a signal that the onboard diagnostics system (or OBD II) has detected a malfunction in the vehicle's emissions, ignition or fuel systems. It could be something as simple as a loose gas cap or something as severe as a faulty catalytic converter, so you shouldn't ignore it. All cars and light trucks have onboard diagnostics that are supposed to detect engine-related problems that…
Science Channel Deconstructed show Describes Catalytic Converter operation in some detail. See en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catalytic_converter or en....
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The new unit, which is about one-fifth smaller than current converters, is ready for mass production and will be introduced later this year on the Lexus LC 500h hybrid luxury coupe.
We chatted with TCI Automotive to get the latest developments in torque converter design. We go over basics, torque multiplication, stator, and more!
The torque converter allows the transmission to shift gears in an automatic transmission. Learn about the torque converter and see pictures of a torque converter.
Using a pontiac solstice as an example..just watch I explain it all
Toyota has plans to unveil their next convertible at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.