Is P0430 specific to converter issues?
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Switch bank 1 and bank 2 O2 sensors.
"All" the mechanics told me it was a cat code. They said it had nothing to do with the O2 sensors????
They "all" said to check for gasket leaks at the "Y" and if no leaks, I need to replace the cat.
The man is onto this cheat. In Texas the licensed inspectors at the licensed inspection stations are instructed to look for anti-foulers and flunk any vehicle it is found on. Some inspectors look, and some inspectors don't look. Once they flunk you the vehicle is tagged in the state's computer and you can't get an inspection passed anywhere else until you have the problem properly corrected.
There are also O2 sensor "extensions" that have a small catalyst in them. These also seem to work.
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CEL Check Engine Light Adapter CEL Eliminator Mini Catalytic Converter O2 Sensor Generic
Feature:1: The O2 CEL fixture actually incorporates the M18X1.5 miniature catalytic converter,which helps to get rid of the modified exhaust or the inspection engine light after removing the catalytic converter.2: Made of Zinc Plated Steel which is durable and have high strength to use.3: AVOID...
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Depending upon how quickly the code returns if the spacer is absent, you could conceivably drive around with the spacer....this would keep CEL off for your personal sanity but still allow drive cycle counts for inspection. Then pull spacer before inspection.
Update on my codes.
I ran 2 cans of Cataclean with 1/4 tank of gas. I was on my third fill up after the Cataclean and the
lights all went away. I ain't kidding. I didn't erase them. I was driving and looked down and the pretty lights were all gone.
I'm keeping my fingers and toes crossed. I even checked my Blue Driver and I don't have any "pending" codes.
My mechanic said it may take a couple of fill ups before I would know if the Cataclean worked. Maybe he is right????
I ran 2 cans of Cataclean with 1/4 tank of gas. I was on my third fill up after the Cataclean and the
lights all went away. I ain't kidding. I didn't erase them. I was driving and looked down and the pretty lights were all gone.
I'm keeping my fingers and toes crossed. I even checked my Blue Driver and I don't have any "pending" codes.
My mechanic said it may take a couple of fill ups before I would know if the Cataclean worked. Maybe he is right????
Now that it’s been a few months, how is the catalytic converter situation now?
I know a guy who installed one of these on a very high mileage vehicle. His cat plugged so he rodded it out and that turned off his light. Prior to that, he had tried spacers with no luck.There are also O2 sensor "extensions" that have a small catalyst in them. These also seem to work.
CEL Check Engine Light Adapter CEL Eliminator Mini Catalytic Converter O2 Sensor Generic
Feature:1: The O2 CEL fixture actually incorporates the M18X1.5 miniature catalytic converter,which helps to get rid of the modified exhaust or the inspection engine light after removing the catalytic converter.2: Made of Zinc Plated Steel which is durable and have high strength to use.3: AVOID...
That code means that the cat is not cleaning the exhaust as it should. 90% of the time it's a failed cat. But it can be caused by other problems like a vacuum leak or bad injector.
Yes and I'd recommend making sure everything else is perfect (checking misfire counters, fuel trims and actual o2 sensor data) because it would suck to destroy the new cat prematurely.
Should have got a dog instead. Woof!
If you were allergic to cat dander, you’d understand. I didn’t know how “nasty” they are until my ENT Dr explained it all to me.
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Yes! When l worked at the tune-up shop{s} in PA circa mid 80's we did emissions, but the program was brand new in PA.
At that time we were certified to do emission testing, but not safety inspections. So a lot of customers would come in for the tune-up and emission test. The boss used to "road test" the cars. I guess he was "balls to the wall" on the road test,
but when he came back they usually passed.
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