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Engine Error

P0433

Heated Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 2)

Severity
Medium

Symptoms

Check engine light, sluggish acceleration, failed emissions

Common Causes

  • Bad heated catalytic converter on Bank 2
  • Exhaust leaks on Bank 2
  • Contaminated O2 sensors
  • Rich fuel mixture burning up the cat

How to Fix

  1. 1 Replace Bank 2 heated catalytic converter
  2. 2 Weld or replace leaking exhaust pipes
  3. 3 Replace Bank 2 O2 sensors
  4. 4 Fix rich running condition
Estimated Repair Cost USD
$400 $2500

Catalytic converter: $500 - $2,500