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Catalytic converter

Tiny
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My engine light came on and I brought it to a mechanic.

They did their diagnostic test and the code was either 412 or 421 (?). Said one showed a problem with the oxygen sensor and the other one was the catalytic converter and he said there is a huge difference in price. How can I know if he tells me it is the catalytic converter it really is?
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Tuesday, August 7th, 2007 AT 10:34 AM

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Tiny
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Getting the codes and diagnosing are not the same. Getting the codes is the very tip of the iceberg. One may be causing the other. Converters are warrantied 8yr/80,000mi. Take to to a shop that actually will diagnose what is needed.
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Tuesday, August 7th, 2007 AT 2:49 PM

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