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Catalytic converter?

Tiny
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  • 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY
  • 2.3L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 200,000 MILES
Cat at full operating temperature is only 90 degrees in front and 130 degrees in rear.
Monday, November 7th, 2022 AT 9:56 AM

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Tiny
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Is this Fahrenheit or Celsius? It sounds like the cat is working what seems to be the problem cold exhaust?
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Monday, November 7th, 2022 AT 11:45 AM
Tiny
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How can a catalytic converter only be 90 degrees Fahrenheit when it's completely warmed up?
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Wednesday, November 16th, 2022 AT 1:37 PM
Tiny
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Yep, it should be hotter than that. Can you test the meter on something else? Also are you pointing the meter at the inlet pipe?
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Wednesday, November 16th, 2022 AT 1:39 PM

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