- do not use leaded gasoline;
- ignition and fuel system must be in good condition;
- if the engine misfires, turn off the engine and fix the problem;
- do not tow start the engine;
- do not turn off the ignition at high engine speeds;
- do not use fuel or motor oil that may contain substances harmful to the catalytic converter;
- do not operate the vehicle if blue smoke appears from the exhaust pipe;
- after driving for a long time, do not park your car on dry grass or in places where there are easily flammable objects,
- the catalyst is very fragile, so be careful when working with it;
- the catalyst can perform its functions for a mileage of up to 150 thousand km.
Catalyst (Escort 5)
The catalyst is a reliable and simple device that does not require maintenance. However, the following requirements must be met:
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