How hard is it to remove Cat Delete/Test Pipe
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How hard is it to remove Cat Delete/Test Pipe
I wanna put a cat delete/test pipe on my car.. but I'm just wondering how hard is it to remove it when it comes to warranty issue? Also, would they be able to tell that I had it when I take it off? I'm really worried especially I bought the service contract/extended warranty for my car too
Any inputs/comments/suggestions are greatly appreciated!! and I don't even know if I'm posting in the right section.. thanks!
Any inputs/comments/suggestions are greatly appreciated!! and I don't even know if I'm posting in the right section.. thanks!
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very easy. 4 bolts....and maybe a new gasket or two.
It takes no time at all and they would never know that you had your cat out. The only trouble is when you put on a cat-delete, your CEL will come on until you get the CEL fix. which you can buy at any local auto parts store. There is a "how-to" in the how-to-install section. it is real easy.
It takes no time at all and they would never know that you had your cat out. The only trouble is when you put on a cat-delete, your CEL will come on until you get the CEL fix. which you can buy at any local auto parts store. There is a "how-to" in the how-to-install section. it is real easy.
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its a pain in the *** if you can't get both ends of the car higher then 10 inches off the ground.
but it can be done with just a set of car ramps and a ratchet set, should only take you about 1-1/2 hours to do it.
you will be fine with the warranty
but it can be done with just a set of car ramps and a ratchet set, should only take you about 1-1/2 hours to do it.
you will be fine with the warranty
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very easy job, mostly about raising the car and how handy you are under your car, remember to take your set of wrenches and sockets with you unless you like multiple trips
as far as detection is simply a matter of not cleaning anything on the outside. Gaskets can be replaced and inside of flanges should still be rubbed clean.
as far as detection is simply a matter of not cleaning anything on the outside. Gaskets can be replaced and inside of flanges should still be rubbed clean.
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Well becuase you have a IX you will either need to have a test pipe with a bung welded in it for your O2 sensor...or an aftermarket exhaust with a bung welded in it.
I know that the Unorthodox racing test pipe already has a bung for your O2 sensor, but not all test pipes do.
I know that the Unorthodox racing test pipe already has a bung for your O2 sensor, but not all test pipes do.
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Weld a bung into your test pipe and mount the O2 sensor there (better than leaving it flapping around). Before bringing in the car for service, get a c-reader or go to Autozone to clear the P0420 that will result from running catless.
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