Ford Mondeo cat converter
Variant: 1800 petrol
Model Year: 1998
if the cat converter breaks inside can it make the car loose power on acceleration but tick over ok...
its as if its chocking itself when u put ur foot down plus theres an hissing noise
thanx
its as if its chocking itself when u put ur foot down plus theres an hissing noise
thanx
Posted: Jul 9, 2009 (15 years ago)
yes when it breaks up it often blocks exhaust, the hissing is exhaust gas finding other ways out ,this can damage gasgets so dont run engine.cats arnt too expensive but make sure you check for misfires so as not to damage new cat
Posted Jul 9, 2009 (15 years ago)
thanx ill fit new cat in morning to see if it cures my problem
Posted Jul 9, 2009 (15 years ago)
hi i fitted new cat and it runs perfect thanx for your help cris
Posted Jul 10, 2009 (15 years ago)
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