Misfire at idle once warmed up and code 420

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
200,000 MILES
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JS69862000
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Misfire at idle once warmed up. Throws a code 420 for catalytic convertor. Catalytic convertor is 3 years old. No loss of power or gas mileage, no hesitation. New plugs, wires, computer flashed, o2 sensor are new. Also compression was good on cylinders. Originally had a code 300 but went away after replacing plugs and wires. checked catalytic convertor it was good. any ideas of what it could be?
Mar 11, 2021 at 8:14 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

420 is bank 1 catalytic converter is no good. It is no longer processing the gases from the engine. It has to be replaced.

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

As far as the misfire, I would check the fuel pressure and make sure the pressure is correct. Low pressure is common for misfire and 300 codes.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-misfires-or-runs-rough

Fuel Pressure (Key ON, Engine OFF) .................... 385-425 kPa (55-62 psi)

Roy

Catalytic Converter Replacement

Removal Procedure


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1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. If equipped, unclip the oxygen sensor connection from the floor reinforcement.
3. Disconnect the oxygen sensor electrical connector.


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4. Remove the oxygen sensor clips from the frame.
5. Disconnect the connector position assurance (CPA) retainers.
6. Disconnect the oxygen sensor electrical connectors.


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7. Unclip the oxygen sensors electrical connectors from the following:
- Hose clip
- Transmission crossmember
8. Disconnect the CPA retainers.
9. Disconnect the oxygen sensor electrical connectors (1, 2).


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10. Remove the left exhaust manifold pipe nuts.


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11. Remove the right exhaust manifold pipe nuts.


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12. Remove the exhaust muffler nuts.
13. Remove the catalytic converter.


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14. If necessary, remove the oxygen sensors.
Mar 11, 2021 at 9:15 AM
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