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1991 Buick Riviera Repair Question


Topics covered: Noise, Engine, Exhaust.
Mileage: 217,000 miles.

Asked on April 8, 2011

Catalytic convertor

Would a catalytic convertor make a knocking noise and cause the engine to act like it's missing out if it is clogged or bad?
Avatar Asked by JAHURST

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Replied on April 8, 2011

Try disconnecting the exhaust pipe and see what happens-Also depends what type of knocking noises-valvetrain/bottom end or detonation/pinging during acceleration

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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