Catalytic converter code

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by bslamb, Sep 14, 2018.

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    So, my 2008 Prius is throwing a catalytic converter code. With most convential gas cars I know a bad cat can affect gas mileage and performance but how crucial is a good cat on a Prius? Doesn’t sputter, act funny or anything odd but curious if a bad cat in a Prius effects anything? Thanks in advance for your reply!
     
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    How many miles on your car? Is your check engine light on?
     
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    190k. Yes the check eng light comes on but I keep resetting it with the OBD2 scanner but just want to fix the issue now. I’m in CA read I need a CA cat. But also reading a O2 sensor may fix the issue also.


     
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    If your car burns oil, then your cat would be affected.

    You might lose a few mpg but it won't affect much else. A California cat will cost you over $1500
     
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    Burns a little oil, but not too much. Read that the oil burning does cause them to fail. Thanks for the info!




     
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    You will be fine until you need to smog the car or sell it. You will need to pass smog.

    What code is the scanner picking up?
     
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