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Catalytic Converter: Testing and Inspection



Catalytic Converter, Checking

Function test

- Select the measuring value "Test-ID 01: Catalytic converter" and check whether the specified values are being reached, Diagnostic mode 6: Check test results of components that are not continuously monitored. Diagnostic Mode 6: Check Test of Parts Not Constantly Monitored
- End diagnosis and switch ignition off.

If the specified values are exceeded:
- Replace the front exhaust pipe with catalytic converter:
- Vehicles with engine code AEG, item 13,
- Vehicles with engine code AVH, AZG, BDC, item 10.

Continuation for all vehicles
- Erase DTC memory of Engine Control Module (ECM), Diagnostic mode 4: Reset/erase diagnostic data. Diagnostic Mode 4: Reset/Erase Diagnostic Data
- Generate readiness code. Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes