Catalytic converter noises

1998 LEXUS GS 300
150,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MSUMNERS1967
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I hear a clicking sound after I turn my car, like a bending metal sound from underneath the car. Is it the Catalytic Converter, and should I be concerned?
Jun 29, 2011 at 10:00 PM
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CARADIODOC
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That's typically the muffler and tail pipe contracting as they cool down. That's completely normal.
Jun 30, 2011 at 12:23 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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i agree, nothing to be concerned with here.
Jun 30, 2011 at 1:02 AM
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