Catalytic converter honeycomb

150 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RSAYLES28
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Can my car still be driven even though the honeycomb has broken apart inside the catalytic converter?
Oct 21, 2019 at 12:52 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

Yes, but at some point, the broken pieces may clog up the outlet of the converter and will shut the engine off.

I would replace it as soon as you can.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/catalytic-converter-replacement

Roy
Oct 21, 2019 at 3:00 AM
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