Re: 98 V-6 Dakota Cat Converter Problems?

From: Chad Clifton (mcc@negia.net)
Date: Fri Jan 07 2000 - 10:00:46 EST


I don't think you'll have a problem getting them to replace it. It is a
part that is required by the Government. The cat comes from the factory
with a 7year 70,000 mile warranty because it is such an item.

They really can't refuse.

Chad

Dan DePardo wrote:
>
> Hi;
> I've got a 98 2WD 5-Speed V-6 with a cat-back exhaust (Mopar/Gibson)
> and I've noticed that something has broken loose inside the converter
> and I hear quite a bit of buzzing/rattling inside the cab.
> It's not the heat shields, and it's probably the catalyst bed, since
> giving the converter a tap with a rubber mallet produces the noise.
>
> Before I drag my otherwise pristine 17,000 mile truck to the dealer
> for what I expect to be a warranty wrestling match, has anyone else
> had the same problem? If they give me too much grief, I guess I'll
> just go to an aftermarket replacement. Comments?
>
> Thanks!
>
> Dan



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