I have a 2001 Camry with 133000 miles on it. The engine light has been on for three days and when I took it to be looked at I was told the scan says I need two new catalytic converters. The cost is $1600. The car runs fine. Does something sound wrong with this diagnosis or who else should I take it to for evaluation? I took it to Toyota first.
Engine Light and Catalytic Conv.
Jun 23, 2004
6 Replies
What a rip off, a Dealer Im sure, go to midas or car x for a price and get a cheaper mechanic
They did show you the code right? If so what was it..Hate to replace the cats if it really only needs a gas cap!
If it is really the cat convertors,.....go to a muffler/exhaust place and check for better prices for non-Toyota cats.
Jason
Thanks to everyone for the reply. I have since gone to a muffler/exhaust place and they have quoted me around $200 to replace the cat conv. Oh, and to robmurr, i did check the codes and it was the cat conv.
whats up with these dealers? Either this muffler place is way off or the dealer was ripping me big time.
I have been occationally getting P0420 error code and I have been clearing it with OBD-II reader. Do you remember what error code you got?
Also I guess the Cat convertors have longer warranty than other parts. Like 7 yrs or so. In CA its longer i think ....
How do you think dealers get those nice showrooms, you pay for it. yes they rip you off..
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