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New Bosal Catalog Covers Complete Line of Import Exhaust and Catalytic Converters

More than 3,200 makes and models, from Acura to Volvo, are featured along with complete application data, ordering information and illustrations.

Code P0420: Diagnostics of Catalytic Converter Replacement, Oxygen Sensors

You just pulled a P0420 from a vehicle indicating the catalyst system efficiency for one of the banks is below threshold. What is next? Could it be just the oxygen sensor? Or, could it be the catalytic converter? These articles will help you understand why the OBDII code was set and what further test must be performed to determine the root of the problem like a coolant leak, oil blow by or other problems with the engine.

Tenneco’s Walker Brand Positioned as Technology Leader in OBD II Converter Market

Tenneco’s Walker emissions control brand has unveiled a comprehensive new line of advanced, original equipment-inspired replacement converters that address the unique demands and repair challenges for thousands of late-model (1996 and newer) vehicles equipped with OBD II technology.

Eastern Catalytic Launches New Full Line and Universal Catalytic Converter Catalogs

Eastern Catalytic has just released two new product catalogs, a 24-page Universal Converter Catalog and a 352-page Full Line Catalog.

Tech Feature: Curbing Catalytic Converter Thefts

Catalytic converters have been disappearing at an alarming rate. The theft of these emission control devices is being perpetrated by sleazeballs looking for easy money. A thief can hock a pilfered converter for $25 to as much as $100 depending on the value of the precious metals inside it.

Bosal Expands Direct-Fit Domestic Catalytic Converter Line

Bosal USA, Inc. has just expanded its line of domestic direct-fit catalytic converters. The converters feature precision OE-fit design and flanges to assure easy replacement and trouble free installation.

Tech Tip: Faulty Catalytic Converter Can Lead to Lack of Power, Hesitation or Surge

Owners of 2000-’03 Buick Park Avenue 3.8L vehicles may complain of a lack of power, hesitation, surge and/or possible DTC P0420. This can be the result of the catalytic converter degrading and it will need to be replaced. DTC P0420 means the rear oxygen (O2) sensor has too much activity. This means it must be working and therefore the catalytic converter is bad and needs to be replaced. Be sure to perform ….

Eastern Reaches Milestone with Direct-Fit and Universal Catalytic Converter Coverage

Eastern Catalytic has dramatically increased the market coverage for its growing direct-fit and universal-fit catalytic converters programs. Eastern now offers approximately 1,300 direct-fit catalytic converter part numbers with coverage for more than 25,000 domestic and ….

Walker Extends Catalytic Converter Coverage

The Walker line of catalytic converters from Tenneco Inc. offers significantly increased coverage of OBDII and older applications, as well as vehicles registered in California, thanks to Tenneco’s aggressive investment in the development of new direct-fit converter SKUs for domestic and foreign-nameplate models ….

Walker ‘Converter Cash’ Consumer Promotion Offers $30 Mail-In Gas Rebate for Premium Products

Tenneco Inc. is driving sales of its Walker exhaust direct-fit catalytic converters this fall by offering motorists a $30 mail-in rebate through the Walker "Converter Cash" promotion, running Sept. 1 through Oct. 31. Walker exhaust direct-fit catalytic converters are available for a ….

Bosal Launches New Catalytic Converter Catalog

Bosal’s new Catalytic Converter catalog covers the company’s comprehensive line of direct-fit and universal catalytic converters for cars, vans, SUVs and light trucks. Application coverage ranges from 1975 to 2007 for both import and domestic vehicles. The new catalog includes ….

Tech Feature: Catalytic Converter Diagnosis

The catalytic converter is probably the most important emission control device on a vehicle because it cleans up the pollutants in the exhaust. Thanks to fuel injection, oxygen sensors in the exhaust manifolds, and a feedback fuel control system, emissions are kept to a minimum. Even so, some pollution is still produced and must be eliminated by the converter. So the converter must be in good condition and working correctly to keep tailpipe emissions to an ….