Buick Catalytic Converter

Buick Catalytic Converter

With cars getting plenty everyday making each one an additional potential source of air pollution. Emissions standards and laws are very important to protect our environment and our health. And in response to these regulations, car manufacturers are continuously developing auto parts, innovations and features that can give the world a cleaner emission and fuel efficiency without sacrificing their performance. Every Buick car is equipped with the required catalytic converter so that its emission can be regulated and controlled.

The catalytic converter is an emission-control device which treats the exhaust before it comes out of your cars. It is located under the vehicle and is an integral part of the exhaust system. Buick catalytic converter uses two different types of catalyst, a reduction catalyst and an oxidation catalyst. The reduction catalyst with the help of rhodium and platinum converts the nitrogen oxides into harmless emissions while the oxidation catalyst with the help of platinum and palladium burns out the hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide, all of which are byproducts of gas or fuel combustion. An oxygen sensor, also located inside the converter, tells how much oxygen is in the exhaust so the computer can adjust the air-to-fuel ratio and make sure there is enough oxygen in the exhaust to allow oxidation catalyst to burn unburned hydrocarbons and CO.

Catalytic converters fail if it is clogged or poisoned. It can also suffer meltdown if there is oil in the exhaust system or cracks in the valves. There is an annual automobile emission test done to check whether your car is equipped with a catalytic converter and if it’s working. Have it checked by your mechanic and if you need a replacement, then order from us.

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