Will a Faulty Catalytic Converter Affect Power and Fuel Consumption?

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ClaraLynn
07/29/25 11:57am
No, if the catalytic converter is damaged, the result would be excessive exhaust emissions and the illumination of the engine fault light, but it would not significantly affect fuel consumption. Below is relevant information: Appearance: The catalytic converter looks like a metal can from the outside, but it contains a 'substrate' inside for purifying exhaust gases. This honeycomb-shaped ceramic substrate is coated with a precious metal slurry, primarily composed of platinum, rhodium, and palladium. Function of purifying exhaust gases: The precious metals act as catalysts, reducing hydrocarbons (HC) and carbon monoxide (CO) in the exhaust into water and CO2, while breaking down nitrogen oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and oxygen. This is the exhaust purification function of the catalytic converter.
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