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2001 Honda Odyssey Check Engine Light

Tiny
CATZILLA
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  • 2001 HONDA ODYSSEY
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 127,000 MILES
I just returned from a 3000 mile road trip. During the trip I averaged between 26 and 31 miles per gallon. The engine performed flawlessly, yet the check engine light came on. I took it in this morning to Honda dealership and was told I need a new catalytic converter. How can this be?
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Thursday, October 9th, 2008 AT 9:15 AM

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Tiny
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Ther are sensors that monitor the efficiency of the converters, if one of those sensors sees a problem, it lights the light. Just because the efficiency is down, doesnt mean performance is.
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Thursday, October 9th, 2008 AT 11:52 AM
Tiny
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Thanks. I appreciate your quick and honest answer. I tried to leave feedback but could not since I have no points to give. I will continue to drive my vehicle. If it fails an emissions inspection for registration renewal, then I will consider replacing the catalytic converter.
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Thursday, October 9th, 2008 AT 12:45 PM
Tiny
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Good call. The long drive may have been a little too much for it when it was borderline. Around town the light may not come back on
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Thursday, October 9th, 2008 AT 3:15 PM

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