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A catalytic converter reduces harmful emissions from your vehicle, but it also contains precious metals that make it an enticing target for thieves. A stolen catalytic converter isn’t obvious at first glance, so we’ve listed all the key signs of theft you should watch out for. We’ve also added tips on what to do in this scenario, and what to do to prevent it in the first place.
Things You Should Know
- Signs of catalytic converter theft include a roaring engine, smokier and smellier exhaust, poor engine performance, and an engine warning light.
- If your catalytic converter has been stolen, drive only if necessary and call the police, your insurance company, and a repair shop.
- Reduce your chances of theft by parking in a safe location, marking your catalytic converter, and installing an anti-theft device.
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- ↑ https://driving.ca/column/corner-wrench/your-corner-wrench-what-if-someone-swipes-your-catalytic-converter
- ↑ https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/catalytic-converter-thefts-are-on-the-rise-heres-what-to-do-if-you-become-a-victim
- ↑ https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/auto-loans/5-ways-to-foil-catalytic-converter-thieves
- ↑ https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/catalytic-converter-thefts-are-on-the-rise-heres-what-to-do-if-you-become-a-victim
- ↑ https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/catalytic-converter-thefts-are-on-the-rise-heres-what-to-do-if-you-become-a-victim
- ↑ https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/catalytic-converter-thefts-are-on-the-rise-heres-what-to-do-if-you-become-a-victim
- ↑ https://driving.ca/column/corner-wrench/your-corner-wrench-what-if-someone-swipes-your-catalytic-converter
- ↑ https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/auto-loans/5-ways-to-foil-catalytic-converter-thieves
- ↑ https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/auto-loans/5-ways-to-foil-catalytic-converter-thieves
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