How To Deal With Your BMW X5 Catalytic Converter Problems?

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A faulty catalytic converter in your BMW X5 can give rise to all sorts of engine-related troubles like stalling, misfire, backfire, loss of acceleration, and increased gas consumption. Therefore, signs of catalytic converter failure should not be underestimated.  For more details, visit us: https://www.ultimatebimmerservice.com  Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/UltimateBimmerService https://twitter.com/DallasBMWRepair https://www.yelp.com/biz/ultimate-bimmer-service-dallas-3 https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/ultimatebimmerservice/  For more such content, follow our channel.

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00:00How to deal with your BMW X5 Catalytic Converter Problems

00:06The catalytic converter was invented by Eugene Houdry in the mid-1900s.

00:12It sits between the exhaust manifold and the muffler assembly

00:19and responsible for splitting up the toxic molecules present in the exhaust gases.

00:25It converts the following three toxic gases into harmless compounds

00:30Carbon Monoxide Hydrogen Sulfide Oxides of Nitrogen

00:37How does a catalytic converter work?

00:42It is made of a large metal box with two openings and houses the following types of catalysts

00:48Oxidation Catalyst Reduction Catalyst

00:53Usually, these catalysts are made of or coated with different types of noble metals like

00:57Sodium Palladium

00:59Palladium Rhodium Platinum

01:04The catalytic converter splits up toxic gases through oxidation and reduction

01:10Reasons for a catalytic converter failure

01:15Listed below are a few reasons why your BMW X5's catalytic converter may fail prematurely

01:21Continual exposure to heat rough engine performance

01:23Carbon buildup impact caused by road debris coolant and oil leak

01:27Symptoms of a bad catalytic converter in BMW X5

01:32Engine losing power

01:35One of the earliest indications that your BMW X5 catalytic converter needs

01:39help is sluggish engine performance

01:42Increased back pressure due to a clogged radiator is the primary reason behind it

01:50Declining gas mileage

01:52Bad gas mileage is often indicative that your catalytic converter is failing

01:57If left unaddressed, it may harm you financially

02:05Number 3. Rotten egg smell from exhaust

02:09It is a telltale sign of a leaking or clogged catalytic converter

02:16This smell is a characteristic odor of hydrogen sulfide

02:22Number 4. Lit up check engine light

02:25Blinking check engine light on the dash of your car could mean anything faulty catalytic converter being the major one

02:32So, get it checked out by a mechanic before it leads to bigger problems

02:38Final thoughts

02:42If you notice any of the above signs or anything else strange, get your catalytic converter checked out

02:49If it's clogged, consider unclogging it

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