Catalytic Converter bad on 2004 Prius with 99,400 miles!

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by lpleiss, Aug 4, 2010.

  1. lpleiss

    lpleiss New Member

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    First let me thank the members of this forum for talking me into the 7yr/100k mile extended warranty 6 years ago when I bought the car. It is paying for itself today! I love you guys!:rockon:

    The Check engine light has been going on and off for a month. Finally got it to the dealership while the light was on and they say the catalytic converter is bad. 600 more miles of driving and I would have been out of luck!

    I find it interesting that so many people are saying the Fuel Induction service could burn out the cat. They did that service at 92K miles. I suppose since I'm not paying for the replacement it doesn't really matter, but just curious if that could have caused it.

    Thanks again!
    Luta
     
    #1 lpleiss, Aug 4, 2010
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    Are you sure exhaust components are covered under Ext warranty? usually they aren't.

    I wouldn't be surprised if it is the federal or state emissions warranty that is covering the catalytic converter.
     
    #2 The Critic, Aug 4, 2010
  3. lpleiss

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    The service manager called the warranty company and they approved the cost. They ordered the part today. I'm not gonna question it!
     
    #3 lpleiss, Aug 4, 2010
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    Call the warranty company? I thought Toyota Extra Care policies allow the service department to approve the claim on-site without needing to call for authorization. Who is your extended warranty provider?
     
    #4 The Critic, Aug 5, 2010
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    richard schumacher shortbus driver

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    Woo hoo! Now *five* people have come out ahead on their extended warranties! You 28,000 others will just have to be patient :_>
     
    #5 richard schumacher, Aug 5, 2010
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