Converters

[mweston]

What is a fair market price (part and labor) to replace a cat converter on a 2002 Lexus SC430?

How much for the converter and how much for labor?

I don't even know. Does it have two or three converters?

Codes are:   0172, 0175, 0430

 

Thanks!

p.s. I am in CO which has emissions standards close to CA

[Bykfixer]

Try adding a can of SeaFoam to your fuel tank. 

A cat code fires off when it's below 95% efficient. If yours is at say, 93% you get a code but SeaFoam burns hotter so it may clean your convertor enough to return to 95%+.

[RX400h]

In case that doesn't work, here are prices:

2004 LEXUS GX470 4.7L V8 Catalytic Converter | RockAuto

[mweston]

Mike. The directions on the can say "add 2 ounces" so I've started with that and see if it makes a difference. Thanks!

[mweston]

Dave. Thank you for the link to RockAuto. There are so many choices here. How do I determine which unit or units is right for the SC430?

 

Mike