2001 Dodge Stratus Rt Catalytic Converter Bad Would That Cause Computer Shut

2001 DODGE STRATUS
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I have a 2001 dodge stratus RT. If the catalytic converter is going bad, would that cause the computer to shut the engine off?
My car is shutting off intimately and won’t restart for a few minutes, always the smell of rotten eggs when it happens
Apr 7, 2013 at 1:37 AM
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If it was totally plugged or really restricted, the engine could stall. Check to see if there is any pressure coming out the tail pipe. Also, check to see if the converter is getting red hot. Let me know what you find.
Apr 7, 2013 at 2:39 AM
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