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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Chevrolet C1500 Catalytic Converter Maintenance 101
Pick-up trucks have been a vital player in keeping the American economy running. They are used in their stock forms and in modified versions to be able to serve the market in its needs. Some of them are devoted to farms, ambulances, service vehicles, cargo trucks, haulers, and even family vehicles. The Chevrolet C1500 can do all of those. It has been Chevy's four wheel drive pick-up truck quite some time before it introduced the Silverado. Its engine packs a lot of horsepower and torque which then goes through the transmission. With all that engine output comes out a lot of exhaust gas. This can be very toxic to the people and environment. Fortunately, there is the Chevrolet C1500 catalytic converter. This component is responsible for making the fumes a little bit friendlier. Gas from the exhaust manifold travels through this part before it exits your truck's pipes. And like any other part, the catalytic converter also deserves some attention. Here are some pointers on how to take care of this particular part.
- Avoid going through boulders and very deep ruts.
We understand that being a four wheel drive vehicle, the Chevrolet C1500 has enough ground clearance to go through uneven road surfaces. But you should still observe extreme caution. You should be very selective of the path you choose on the road and on the trail. Going through big boulders and deep ruts can expose the underside of your vehicle to rough surfaces. Be careful since that is where the catalytic converter is located too. Approach these paths with utmost caution. By being cautious, you reduce the risk of putting dents and punctures on your part. You can thank us later.
- Do not use silicone products as sealants to any part of your exhaust system.
Silicone is great for putting together pipes and other materials. They hold together despite water passing. However, you should avoid using that with your exhaust system. Extreme temperature in the exhaust department can compromise the properties of the silicone product and therefore affect your catalytic converter along the way.
The Chevolet C1500 catalytic converter has one main purpose on your truck—this is to combat the harmful exhaust fumes and turn it to a friendlier gas before it exits your tailpipe. This part has been engineered due to developing emission restrictions that had auto manufacturers comply to. Having this is not bad at all. Besides, all of us benefit from less harsher fumes that come out from vehicles. At best, vehicles equipped with this part produce close to invisible smoke. However, when this part begins to develop problems and fail, you will end up with a truck that smokes like an old steam locomotive. If you sense that your exhaust system is starting to develop problems, particularly with the catalytic converter, you should not wait a long time before you act on it. Here are some diagnosing tips for this part.
Tip #1: Get your engine running then observe the smoke coming out of your tailpipe.
The color of the smoke coming out of your truck's tailpipe is an indicator of how well your exhaust system is doing. Use this to your advantage while maintaining a safe distance so you avoid inhaling the fumes. Observe the color of the smoke coming out. Is it bluish or dark grey? These colors signify that there is probably oil burning within your exhaust system. This could also tell you that the catalytic converter is unable to contain the issue by itself. Try to sort things out and isolate the problem to the target part.
Tip #2: Drive your truck on the road. How do you feel about the engine's performance?
Another way to evaluate your exhaust system is by driving your truck on the road and getting a feel of its performance. You should take your vehicle to familiar areas so you can at least note how much the performance has changed over the course of time. If you feel that there is a loss in power, then there is a possibility of an exhaust system issue. Also note how well or bad your truck is consuming fuel. This can be treated as another indicator of the condition of your exhaust system.
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