Catalytic Converter Diagnosis and Repair

catalytic converter service in Yakima, WA
 

What does a Catalytic Converter do?

A catalytic converter is a vehicle emissions control device that converts toxic pollutants in exhaust gas to less toxic pollutants by catalyzing a redox reaction (oxidation or reduction). Catalytic converters are used in internal combustion engines fueled by either petrol (gasoline) or diesel—including lean burn engines.

A little history

The first widespread introduction of catalytic converters was in the United States automobile market. Manufacturers of 1975 model year cars equipped gasoline-powered vehicles with catalytic converters to comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s stricter regulation of exhaust emissions. These “two-way” converters combined carbon monoxide (CO) with unburned hydrocarbons (HC) to produce carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O). In 1981, two-way catalytic converters were rendered obsolete by “three-way” converters that also reduce oxides of nitrogen (NOx); however, two-way converters are still used for lean burn engines. Catalytic converter technology has evolved and gotten much more fuel efficient as well. Old systems required a lot of power to operate, not so much with modern catalyst designs.

How we can help

At AutoMetrics in Yakima, we are Bosch trained to handle the proper diagnosis of your catalyst. There are trouble codes (p0420, p0421, p0430, p0431) that are associated with converters not working efficiently, so they will illuminate a check engine light or service engine soon light. Hey, it might be a little picture of an engine, but they all mean the same thing – the vehicle is not meeting emissions. The second way catalytic converters fail is that they become restrictive and will not allow the engine to breathe. We have the diagnostic back pressure testers to handle these kinds of problems too!

Call Autometrics in Yakima today and have your catalytic converter checked out by the Bosch Pros!

Audi Diagnostics

Yakima Audi owners need not worry about getting proper diagnostics performed on their vehicles. AutoMetrics has ASE and Bosch certified master technicians on staff and is equipped with factory or better Audi diagnostic tools so our technicians have the best tools to work with. Our ability to accurately diagnose the issue will save you time and money. This is what allows us to make the right repair and get you back on the road faster than any other Yakima auto repair shop.

– A proper diagnosis leads to a proper repair –

Audi Repair

This is just a short list of some of the systems we repair on Audi vehicles: Brakes, engines, anti-lock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control systems, fuel injection, electrical systems, transmissions, clutches, power windows and door locks, heating systems, air conditioning, axles, starters, ignitions, radiators, reprogramming, water pumps, timing belts, ball joints, control arms, wheel bearings, alternators, pre buy inspections, catalytic converters, airbags, belts and hoses, fuel pumps, washer pumps, sun roofs, head lights, tail lights, transfer cases, batteries, and body control systems.

Audi Maintenance

We are the Yakima experts on Audi maintenance and service. From changing oil and all other vital fluids to performing valve adjustments, 30k service, 60k service, 90k service, tune ups, timing belts, timing chains, spark plugs, filters, headlight restoration, cooling system flushes, fuel injection cleaning, power steering flushes, transmission flushes, headlight alignments, thermostats, belts, hoses, antifungal and deodorization services for air conditioning systems, etc. AutoMetrics has all the expertise and factory repair information to ensure your car is reliable and stays dependable for years to come.

We do great work! If you need this service for your car or truck, contact AutoMetrics in Yakima Washington today!

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