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Cat converter & exhaust manifold saftey question

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by Jojo9213, May 29, 2019.

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  1. Jojo9213

    Jojo9213 New Member

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    Hello all

    I have a 08 prius with 205K recently have codes for failed converter & p0420
    Other then the noise from exhaust and loud noise under passenger seat ( sounds like knocking when i hit gas?)
    Anyways my question is, is it safe to drive for now? Its been like this for a couple months but i am now worried because a co worker told me about carbon monoxcide poisening. Is the prius set up to be excempt or can it have poisend me and my family so far? Sorry for the long question. Any help is greatly appreciated
     
    #1 Jojo9213, May 29, 2019
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    If your worried about it get a carbon monoxide detector for your car. They do make them. And remember small children are more affected by it than adults.
     
    #2 Skibob, May 31, 2019
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    69shovlhed Surly tree hugger

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    you need to have a technician look at it to determine what needs to be replaced. it could be that it just needs the seal between the manifold and cat.
     
    #3 69shovlhed, Jun 1, 2019
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