Does removing the three-way catalytic converter affect the car?

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Gutierrez
07/25/25 9:20am
The function of the car's three-way catalytic converter is to enhance the purification effect of vehicle exhaust. If removed, it will have an impact. The following are the roles of the three-way catalytic converter in a car: Principle of the three-way catalytic converter: The three-way catalytic converter refers to the process of converting harmful gases such as CO, HC, and NOx emitted from vehicle exhaust into harmless carbon dioxide, water, and nitrogen through oxidation and reduction reactions. It primarily uses a three-way catalytic converter, whose carrier component is a porous ceramic material installed in a specially designed exhaust pipe. Effects of removing the three-way catalytic converter: It increases vehicle exhaust emissions because, after removing the three-way catalytic converter, the vehicle exhaust cannot be effectively purified, leading to excessive emissions. It also reduces the car's power and increases fuel consumption. Additionally, removing the three-way catalytic converter causes the vehicle's exhaust emissions to fail to meet standards, resulting in the car failing its annual inspection.
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