You can count on European Fix if your Audi’s catalytic converter has been taken. The reason why someone would steal the converter is that is made of precious metals, such as platinum. The minute you start your Audi you will realize that something is wrong. Below are the signs that your Audi is operating without a catalytic converter. We recommend you avoid driving the European automobile.
Illuminated Check Engine Light
When you fire up the Audi, the check engine light will turn on and stay on until you have the catalytic converter replaced. This is because the exhaust system has sensors that monitor its functionality. Because the catalytic converter is missing, the exhaust system is not working correctly. Consequently, the engine control unit will turn on the check engine light and leave it on.
A Loud Engine That Roars
You are also going to notice that your Audi’s engine roars loudly while it is running. The exhaust manifold is in charge of moving the exhaust into the catalytic converter. The catalytic converter helps to absorb the sound that the manifold makes. Because the converter is missing, the manifold’s sound will be in full force. Consequently, your engine will roar loudly, especially when you accelerate.
Acceleration That Punches
Speaking of acceleration, you will notice that your Audi jerks forward every time you push down on the accelerator. Aside from muffling the exhaust manifold’s noise, the catalytic converter also helps to absorb the force that the manifold uses to push the exhaust out of it. Consequently, driving the Audi will be a jerky experience that leaves the vehicle lurching forward frequently.
Sputtering at Slower Speeds
The Audi is also going to have difficulties operating at slower speeds because the catalytic converter helps the engine produce low-end torque. This torque is the power required for the Audi to drive slowly. Unfortunately, because the converter is gone, the engine will sputter at slow speeds and will not smooth out until you start to drive faster. This being said, we recommend you avoid driving your Audi.
Exhaust in the Passenger Cabin
The reason why is that it is very easy for the vehicle’s exhaust to make its way into the passenger cabin. This is especially true if you are driving your Audi with the windows down. Unfortunately, you can inhale this exhaust and it can make you seriously ill. It’s better to have the Audi towed to our shop.
European Fix in Clinton Township, MI, is here to help, so give us a call today if you need a new catalytic converter installed in your Audi.
