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Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter contains plati-
num and rhodium. These metals
serve as catalysts, promoting chemi-
cal reactions to convert the exhaust
gasses without affecting the metals.
The catalytic converter is referred to
as a three-way catalyst, since it acts
on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement
unit must be an original Acura part or
its equivalent.
The catalytic converter must operate
at a high temperature for the chemi-
cal reactions to take place. It can set
on fire any combustible materials
that come near it Park your car
away from high grass, dry leaves, or
other flammables.
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A defective catalytic converter
contributes to air pollution, and can
impair your engine's performance.
Follow these guidelines to protect
your car's catalytic converter.
Always use unleaded gasoline.
Even a small amount of leaded
gasoline can contaminate the
catalyst metals, making the con-
verter ineffective.
Keep the engine tuned-up.
Have your car diagnosed and
repaired if it is misfiring, backfir-
ing, continuing to run after you
turn off the engine, stalling, or
otherwise not running properly.
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