Attn: Prius Owners in California - Democratic Underground

Amy6627

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Wed Feb-10-10 02:10 PM
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Attn: Prius Owners in California

What would happen if I didn't replace my cataletic converter other than bad gas milage? Would I ruin my engine? I'm exempt from having to get it smogged.

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slackmaster

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Wed Feb-10-10 02:12 PM
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1. Not a Prius owner, but generally any change that reduces exhaust back-pressure could do damage

To your exhaust valves in particular.

How and why are you exempt from smog tests?

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Amy6627

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Wed Feb-10-10 02:15 PM
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2. Thanks for the info. I'm exempt from smog checks because it's a hybrid.

It costs $2500 in parts and labor to replace the cat converter and I don't have .25 cents.

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