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There was a time in the history of the automobile industry when people assumed that the performance of a vehicle is directly proportional to its size. This lead people to assume that larger vehicles perform better, and larger engines generate more power. But this perception changed when the country was hit by the fuel crisis of the 1970s, followed by the enforcement of stricter regulations on vehicle engine emissions. It was during this time when Toyota and the other Japanese auto manufacturers, who are known for their small and fuel-efficient vehicles, started dominating the North American vehicle sales scene. Equipped with smaller engines, Japanese import vehicles uses less fuel and emits less harmful substances.

But not long after the small Japanese vehicles have started becoming dominant, the catalytic converter was invented and used on automobiles. While catalytic converters do not improve the fuel consumption characteristics of vehicles, it greatly reduces the harmful emissions produced by such vehicles. Catalytic converters are emission-control products that clean up the exhaust of gasoline-powered engines. The clean up process is done by converting the harmful gases, namely carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and nitrogen oxides, in the engine’s exhaust into less harmful ones. With a catalytic converter installed in a vehicle, the vehicle emits less harmful substances and more importantly, it saves you from violating certain federal transportation rules.

The catalytic converter is a part of your vehicle’s engine exhaust system. From the outside, the catalytic converter looks like a muffler, but inside, you’ll find a lot of difference between the two. A typical catalytic converter is made up of two catalysts: the reduction catalyst and the oxidation catalyst. The reduction catalyst is often made from platinum and rhodium while the oxidation catalyst is made of platinum and palladium. These two catalysts may be constructed in the honeycomb structure or in the ceramic beads structure.

So, how long would Toyota and the other Japanese auto manufacturers be successful now that catalytic converters are widely used for most vehicles? While other Japanese manufacturers take it negatively, Toyota welcomes the introduction of the catalytic converter on a positive note. Most Toyota vehicles that are sold today are equipped with high quality and high performance catalytic converters, with the exception of the Toyota vehicles sold with diesel engines. With brilliantly designed Toyota catalytic converters, Toyota vehicles become more environment-friendly without tremendously affecting its performance, especially its superior fuel mileage characteristics.

Just like Toyota, we at Parts Train appreciate the introduction of the technology called the catalytic converter. That’s why for Toyota vehicles, we offer high quality and high performance Toyota catalytic converters. Just browse through our easy to navigate site and you’ll easily find the perfect replacement for your Toyota catalytic converter. We also offer Toyota catalytic converter parts separately, in case you only need to replace some parts of your Toyota’s catalytic converter.

Featured Products Catalytic Converter EASTERN DIRECT FIT CATALYTIC CONVERTER -- 49-state legal, OBDII, not for sale or use in California; Cannot be shipped to California addresses; 3-way catalyst style; 3-bolt welded type inlet; 2-bolt welded type outlet; Single inlet and outlet configuration; 20.5 in. overall length; With one oxygen sensor port; Standard converter type; Ceramic honeycomb catalyst substrate; Oval metal casing; Built to exact OE dimensions with OE quality flanges and flex assemblies; Features Eastern's proprietary catalytic chemistry and high flow design that maximizes engine output and catalytic efficiency; Easy installation; No welding and cutting required; With Eastern's 5-year or 50,000-mile warranty. Brand: Eastern Location: Front Type: High Flow Direct Fit OE Replacement Price: $187.86 Catalytic Converter EASTERN DIRECT FIT CATALYTIC CONVERTER -- 49-state legal, OBDII, not for sale or use in California; Cannot be shipped to California addresses; 3-way catalyst style; 2-bolt spin type inlet; 2-bolt spin type outlet; Single inlet and outlet configuration; 12.5 in. overall length; Standard converter type; Ceramic honeycomb catalyst substrate; Oval metal casing; Built to exact OE dimensions with OE quality flanges and flex assemblies; Features Eastern's proprietary catalytic chemistry and high flow design that maximizes engine output and catalytic efficiency; Easy installation; No welding and cutting required; With Eastern's 5-year or 50,000-mile warranty. Brand: Eastern Type: High Flow Direct Fit OE Replacement Price: $113.94 Catalytic Converter EASTERN DIRECT FIT CATALYTIC CONVERTER ASSEMBLY -- 49-state legal, OBDII, not for sale or use in California; Cannot be shipped to California addresses; 3-way catalyst style; 2-bolt welded type inlet; 2-bolt spin type outlet; Single inlet and outlet configuration; 87.5 in. overall length; With one 18 mm style oxygen sensor port; Standard assembly with two catalytic converters; Ceramic honeycomb catalyst substrate; Round metal casing; Built to exact OE dimensions with OE quality flanges and flex assemblies; Features Eastern's proprietary catalytic chemistry and high flow design that maximizes engine output and catalytic efficiency; Easy installation; No welding and cutting required; With Eastern's 5-year or 50,000-mile warranty. Brand: Eastern Type: High Flow Direct Fit OE Replacement Price: $315.86 Catalytic Converter EASTERN DIRECT FIT CATALYTIC CONVERTER -- 49-state legal, OBDII, not for sale or use in California; Cannot be shipped to California addresses; 3-way catalyst style; 2-bolt welded type inlet; 2-bolt welded type outlet; Single inlet and outlet configuration; 16.5 - 18.5 in. overall length; With capped air tube provision; Standard converter type; Ceramic honeycomb catalyst substrate; Oval metal casing; Built to exact OE dimensions with OE quality flanges and flex assemblies; Features Eastern's proprietary catalytic chemistry and high flow design that maximizes engine output and catalytic efficiency; Easy installation; No welding and cutting required; With Eastern's 5-year or 50,000-mile warranty. Brand: Eastern Location: Rear Type: High Flow Direct Fit OE Replacement Price: $107.15 Catalytic Converter EASTERN DIRECT FIT CATALYTIC CONVERTER -- 49-state legal, OBDII, not for sale or use in California; Cannot be shipped to California addresses; 3-way catalyst style; 3-bolt welded type inlet; 2-bolt welded type outlet; Single inlet and outlet configuration; 48 in. overall length; Standard converter type; Ceramic honeycomb catalyst substrate; Round metal casing; Built to exact OE dimensions with OE quality flanges and flex assemblies; Features Eastern's proprietary catalytic chemistry and high flow design that maximizes engine output and catalytic efficiency; Easy installation; No welding and cutting required; With Eastern's 5-year or 50,000-mile warranty. Brand: Eastern Location: Rear Type: High Flow Direct Fit OE Replacement Price: $203.24