There are loud pops after engine has been turned off

2010 DODGE CHARGER
188,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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After driving the car and parking it in my garage I always hear loud pops, is this normal?
Nov 11, 2021 at 6:02 AM
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Hi, I'm Dan.

That sound is louder than normal in my opinion but sounds exactly like the catalytic converter shields when they are cooling off. I've attached the inspection procedure and a link to catalytic converter symptoms to see if that can help you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/bad-catalytic-converter-symptoms
Nov 11, 2021 at 12:55 PM
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