Catalytic converter theft is a common problem because the converters are made out of precious metals. HQ Autosport can replace the catalytic converter in your German automobile if the original one was taken. You will know that there is a problem right away when you start your German vehicle. Let’s talk more about this below.
Extremely Loud and Roaring Engine
When you fire up your automobile the engine will be extremely loud and roar. It will get even louder and roar even more when you accelerate. This is an indication that you no longer have the catalytic converter underneath the German automobile. You have lost its muffling benefit.
Problems With the Vehicle’s Acceleration
As we mentioned above, your German automobile will roar louder when you accelerate, but this is not the only acceleration problem you will have. Your acceleration will also get extremely jerky because your automobile is absorbing the force of the exhaust exiting the engine. Usually, the catalytic converter is the exhaust system part that absorbs this force.
Problems Driving the Automobile Slowly
Another problem you will have is engine performance issues when you are driving your German automobile at slower speeds. The catalytic converter helps with the production of low-end torque. When the catalytic converter is gone, the automobile will struggle to run when you are driving slowly.
Continually Shining Check Engine Light
Aside from the engine performance issues discussed above, your check engine light will turn on and remain on until you have another catalytic converter installed in your German automobile. System sensors will go bananas with malfunctions when the catalytic converter is missing.
Excessive Exhaust Odors in the Vehicle
It’s important to understand that it can be dangerous to drive your German vehicle if the catalytic converter is no longer underneath it. This is because the exhaust makes its way into your cabin because it doesn’t have the catalytic converter to go into. Consequently, you will smell the exhaust that is filled with hydrocarbons that have not been treated by the catalytic converter.
Feeling Sick When You Drive Your Car
This can make you feel sick when you drive your German automobile. In fact, you may end up with a constant headache, a sluggish feeling, and a nauseous feeling. The carbon monoxide in the automobile’s exhaust is making you sick.
HQ Autosport in Escondido, CA, is here to help, so call us today so we can install a new catalytic converter in your German automobile if yours was taken.
