Features of operation of cars with a catalytic converter (BMW 7 Series E38)

The catalytic converter is a highly efficient element of the exhaust gas (exhaust gas) toxicity reduction system and is included in the exhaust gas exhaust system. Inside the working element of the converter, exhaust gas is afterburned at high temperature in order to reduce the level of toxic components in them.

When the engine is running, exhaust system components can reach very high temperatures – try not to touch hot components and do not park the vehicle on areas covered with flammable materials (fallen leaves, dry grass, garbage, etc.).

Do not use leaded gasoline to fuel a vehicle equipped with a catalytic converter - the lead it contains in high concentrations is deposited on the surfaces of the converter's working element, significantly reducing its efficiency.

Ensure that the engine settings and adjustments are correct. Deviations in the setting of operating parameters of the ignition, fuel injection and engine management systems can lead to dangerous over-enrichment of the air-fuel mixture and overheating of the catalytic converter. If misfires occur, the operation of the vehicle should be suspended until the causes of the malfunction are eliminated. Fuel that has not warmed up during misfires from the combustion chamber enters the converter, where it can easily ignite (for the same reason, starting the engine by towing or pushing should be avoided).

Monitor fuel consumption and try to avoid running out of fuel, which is usually associated with misfires.

The original entry can be found on the portal «BMWMAN.ru»