Understanding the Check Engine Light and What It Means

The Catalytic Converter: A Vital Component

Diagnosing A Faulty Catalytic Converter Early

There are many symptoms of a bad catalytic converter in your vehicle. The key to a catalytic converter is to catch the problems early so that the repairs won’t cost as much to repair. Catalytic converters aren’t prone to failure but wear and tear can lead to failure over time, resulting in an emissions test failure.

Preventing Catalytic Converter Failure

If you notice that your car exhaust smells like rotten eggs, you may have a problem with your catalytic converter. Since gasoline contains sulfur, and the converter changes the sulfur in the exhaust, a strong sulfur smell may come from the exhaust system. When there is a problem with your catalytic converter, the first sign is often an illuminative check engine light on the dashboard. The check engine light is tuned into the oxygen sensor and is affected by the catalytic converter. If it isn’t working well, then the check engine light will come on. Oftentimes, a faulty catalytic converter will make your engine prudence rattling noises. This happens because the honeycombs inside the catalytic converter begin to break down from wear and tear over time. If you experience frequent engine stalls, it may be because of the catalytic converter. If the catalytic converter is clogged, it will restrict the harmful gas emissions and keep them in the engine. Failure to release these gasses will make our cars stall more frequently. You may also notice black smoke from your tailpipe, engine misfires, and reduced fuel economy in your vehicle if you’re having problems with catalytic converter failure. If the catalytic converter is clogged, it will run less efficiently and cause these problems to your vehicle.

Contact Ferber’s Today

For whatever your repair needs are on your car, Ferber’s Tire & Auto Service is there for you in the central Virginia area. The ASE-certified technicians can handle engine problems like check engine light diagnostics to exhaust systems, brakes, heating and air systems, and electrical problems. The technicians can handle any make and model of vehicle you may drive. If your car is showing signs of a faulty catalytic converter, get it into our shop to repair the issues before they become more serious. Give them a call today to get your car back on the road.