Honda CR-V: ThreeWay Catalytic Converter
The three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical 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 Honda part or its equivalent.
The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place. It can set on fire any combustible materials that come near it. Park your vehicle away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flammables.
A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine’s performance.
Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle’s three way catalytic converter.
Always use unleaded gasoline.
Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective.
Keep the engine well maintained.
Have your vehicle diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring, backfiring, stalling, or otherwise not running properly.
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Testing of Readiness Codes
If you take your vehicle for an
emissions test shortly after the
battery has been disconnected or
gone dead, it may not pass the test.
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be able to answer all your questions.
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dealership does not solve to your
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To Select a File from Folder and File Lists
You can also select a folder or file by
using the VOL/SELECT knob. Push
the VOL/SELECT knob to switch
the display to the folder or file list,
then turn the VOL/SELECT knob to
select a folder or file. Press the
VOL/SELECT knob to set your
selection.
Pressing the
button goes back
to
ATF Replacement
NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.
1. Park the vehicle on the level ground.
2. Warm up the engine to normal operating
temperature (the radiator fan comes on), and turn
the engine off.
3. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic
transmission fluid (ATF).
NOTE: If
