In general, every car has a well-functional catalytic converter which is located between the engine and the muffler for converting the harmful substances within the exhaust system like carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons into less harmful gases like carbon dioxide and nitrogen gases. When the catalytic converter is failed in your Audi A4, you will notice the symptoms defined in the following slide.

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2. Catalytic converter is
playing an important role in
the exhaust system of the
Audi.

3. Main function of the
converter is to convert the
harmful gases within the
system into less harmful
gases.

4. Among the several
components of the car, the
converter is a long-lasting
one.

5. But over time, the catalytic
converter is also failed or
malfunctioned in the Audi
A4.

6. The below points define the
symptoms of a clogged
catalytic converter in Audi
A4.

8. Thus, the most common
sign of a clogged catalytic
converter in your car is:
• Poor acceleration
• Reduced engine
performance

9. Due to the blockage of the
exhaust gases, depressing
the gas pedal will cause
engine sputtering.

11. If the exhaust system is
producing a lot of carbon
emissions, check the
catalytic converter ASAP.

12. When the converter is
failed, it is unable to
maintain the amount of
emission available within
the exhaust system.

14. When the converter can’t
catalyze the exhaust gases,
it will notify the computer
to activate the check engine
light.

15. Through the light, you can
determine the problem
within the catalytic
converter.

17. Due to a bad catalytic
converter, you will notice a
decrease in engine
performance.

18. Clogged catalytic converter
will trap the exhaust
emission in the engine and
affect the fuel mileage.

20. If the components inside the
catalytic converter become
loose, it will produce
rattling noises.

21. When you will hear rattling
noise from the Audi ensure
that the converter needs
repair and replacement.

23. Catalytic converter in your
Audi A4 lasts around
100,000 miles or 10 years.

24. When it is failed, consult
your nearest mechanic for
immediate diagnosis and
repair.

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