Three-Way Catalytic Converters - Toyota Matrix 2003 Operating Manual

Three–way catalytic converters
Two–wheel drive models with 1ZZ–FE en-
gine
Four–wheel drive models with 1ZZ–FE en-
gine
'03 MATRIX_U (L/O 0201)
2ZZ–GE engine
The three–way catalytic converter is an
emission control device installed in the
exhaust system.
The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the
exhaust gas.
2003 MY COROLLA MATRIX_U (OM12767U)
CAUTION
"
Keep people and combustible mate-
rials away from the exhaust pipe
while the engine is running. The
exhaust gas is very hot.
"
Do not drive, idle or park your ve-
hicle over anything that might burn
easily such as grass, leaves, paper
or rags.
NOTICE
A large amount of unburned gases
flowing into the three–way catalytic
converter may cause it to overheat
and create a fire hazard. To prevent
this and other damage, observe the
following precautions:
_ Use only unleaded gasoline.
_ Do not drive with an extremely low
fuel level; running out of fuel could
cause the engine to misfire, creat-
ing an excessive load on the three–
way catalytic converter.
_ Do not allow the engine to run at
idle speed for more than 20 min-
utes.
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