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    Service Overview

    The catalytic converter is an important part of your vehicle that reduces the toxicity of the engine exhaust. When a catalytic converter needs repair or replacement, this can pose serious health risks for you and your passengers.

    For catalytic converter repair and replacement in the Edmonton area, Park Muffler offers exceptional and comprehensive vehicle service. We guarantee the highest standard in repair and replacement work for all your engine needs! If you’re concerned about the current state of your catalytic converter, here are some signs you should watch out for as well as information about repair and replacement:

    Signs of a Broken Catalytic Converter

    Paying attention to your vehicle’s sounds, smell, and performance is key to determining if you are having an issue with your catalytic converter.

    Here are some signs you should watch out for:

    • Check Engine Light: The sudden appearance of your check engine light can mean many things, but it indicates an emissions issue. Have our professional technicians inspect your car right away if your check engine light comes on.
    • Increased Emissions: When your catalytic converter isn’t doing its job, your car will emit too much carbon monoxide – which is dangerous and should be remedied right away.
    • Strange Smells: If your exhaust smells like rotten eggs and burnt oil, your engine is emitting more fuel than necessary and not converting toxins into less harmful substances. Again, this needs to be dealt with immediately!
    • Rattling Noises: Rattling or clinking sounds coming from under your hood can indicate that your catalytic converter is broken and metal has broken off on the inside, which can eventually damage other components of your vehicle.
    • Holes: If you take a look at your catalytic converter and notice holes, it’s time to have it replaced. This is not a common sign of a broken converter but it can happen and your car won’t run properly with this problem.

    A broken catalytic converter is not an issue you can put off for another day. If you notice any of these signs, book an appointment with Park Muffler right away!

    Should I Repair or Replace My Catalytic Converter?

    Simply put, if you notice any of the above signs when it comes to your catalytic converter, it will need to be replaced. However, replacing your catalytic converter does not have to be an expensive ordeal! Aftermarket replacement options are available and more cost-effective than stock/OEM – but work just as well. Plus, they are significantly less prone to catalytic converter theft.

    Otherwise, it is possible to repair or clean a catalytic converter. This would be appropriate in cases where you are noticing decreased performance and gas mileage, poor acceleration, and a sluggish start. These issues are commonly caused by a clog in the catalytic converter.

    How to Fix a Catalytic Converter

    If your catalytic converter is showing signs of clogging, you have two options: Clean it yourself or visit a professional.

    You know which one we recommend but to give you an idea of what fixing your catalytic converter entails, here are the steps:

    • Lift your car up using a jack and locate the catalytic converter.
    • Spray the front and rear bolts with WD-40 and let them soak overnight.
    • Unscrew the bolts with a long socket arm and a standard wrench on the nut to hold it in place.
    • Placing the converter upright, spray brake cleaner inside. Let it soak and shake out as much liquid as you can.
    • Turn it around and repeat the process.
    • Let it dry and bolt it back into place.

    Because catalytic converters are prone to theft in the Edmonton area, they are notoriously difficult to remove. However, you can also try what is known as the “Italian Tune-Up” where you drive and keep the RPMs in the mid-to-high range for 10-30 minutes. This won’t harm the engine and may help clean out your catalytic converter.

    Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention

    Park Muffler designs and installs catalytic converter cages completely custom to your vehicle. These protect the care against catalytic converter theft. View examples of our cages below and contact our team to learn more.

    Our Catalytic Converter Services

    Our team of expert technicians at Park Muffler service vehicles in Sherwood Park, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, and Northern Alberta. We offer professional and comprehensive catalytic converter repair and replacement along with other mechanical services.

    If you’re concerned about the state of your catalytic converter, get in touch with us or book your appointment right away!

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    What Our Customers Say

    Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable when it came to picking type of tire which most suits my driving needs. Also, their price and service were unbeatable!! Thank you Park Muffler!!
    Lana Gelineau
    Lana G.
    00:38 15 Dec 22
    I was asked to bring my son’s 88 f150 back to the shop after a repair had been completed that I thought may have had issues. Ed the owner had asked me to come into the shop so he could walk me through his findings in detail he was awesome. He ask me to book another appointment to see if on of his specialists could resolve some issues. Ed also made a couple great suggestions regarding the exhaust system. I really appreciated his crews quick response of having me bring it back in.I highly suggest if you have an issue just give them a call back you won’t be disappointed.
    REV V
    REV V
    14:35 05 Dec 22
    We got the catalytic converter stolen and we went to this place. The owner sat with us and explained, the current situation with the catalytic converters and the options we had. They found the parts and repaired the car in the same day. They put a cage underneath the catalytic converter to protect it better. We were invited into the shop and we saw the work they did. The owner showed us around, introduced us to the team. In spite of the hard time we were going through we felt they treated us like family and this is something we appreciate. We highly recommend this place
    Carlos Gonzalez
    Carlos G.
    23:48 27 Nov 22
    After having my catalytic converter stolen , Park Muffler was able to get me in the same day I called and price matched me with another quote I had been given. I would definitely recommend this to anyone needing timely repairs.
    Hannah Liguori
    Hannah L.
    02:25 23 Nov 22
    They did pretty good job on my s4 b8.5!
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    Panos Spartan Ceramics Tiles Ltd (Spartan C.
    20:01 15 Nov 22
    After my wife's engine light went on, she drove to the nearest mechanic center. Nervous about her car's condition and about being a newcomer to Park Muffler, her fears were quickly dissipated by the courteous treatment and friendly-informative manner of the staff. She was put more at ease at the very professional manner in which they proceeded to do diagnostics, identify and detail the problem along with giving a very reasonable cost-estimate of repairs. What made her experience even more positive was the extent they went to look after the problem, taking more time and extensive measures to get it exactly right, but while honoring the original estimated price, even though much more time and effort was required than initially anticipated. At the end, my wife's car was running perfectly again for a real bargain given all the work that went into it. It is very refreshing to find such a combination of professionalism and honor in dealing with a mechanic, but that is exactly what we found with Park Muffler. We highly recommend them and would give them more than 5 stars if we were able to.
    Mark Paradis
    Mark P.
    01:19 13 Nov 22
    Ed and his team are very nice. Gave me a good deal on my muffler delete on my ford explorer V8. Sounds amazing. They look after me and take me in right away. 5 star for them! And fast service too!
    Garick Leonardo
    Garick L.
    16:30 12 Nov 22
    I canon's say that customer service and installation was second to none. Highly recommend Park for all your needs. I couldn't be happier with the exhaust installed
    John Bricks
    John B.
    11:07 09 Nov 22
    I’ve used ParK Muffler for a few of my vehicle repairs and can’t thank Ed enough! He’s there if you have questions and such a great listener he really goes above and beyond for all of his customers and I’ve never met a more kind individual definitely recommend!
    Shelly Jo
    Shelly J.
    03:30 09 Nov 22
    Amazing business! The owner was very nice and down to earth. They made sure to fit us in to get winter tires put on, even though they were incredibly busy. I would definitely recommend this company.
    KrisAnn
    KrisAnn
    20:11 05 Nov 22

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