2006 Limited Catalytic Converter question...

[85gt]

Well this is something new on me , I just purchased an 06 Explorer Limited with the v8 and was looking under the truck and happened to noticed a small water puddle on the under side of the cat , started it up and sure enough theres a tiny hole in the back/underside of the cat , is this normal ? I know they will put them in mufflers for moisture to escape but in the cat , seems to me that would get hot enough there would be no need.
Can someone verify this for me ?
Thanks ,
Ronny

 

[Alexander]

Hmmm… I also saw one on my cousin’s Ford Catalytic Converter, but we didn’t actually know what it is for, though it doesn’t affect the performance of the cat. I wish somebody would answer what it is. I’ve got curious as well.

 

[IAmTodd]

Thats the exact reason its there. To allow condensation to drain out and not cause corrosion.

 

[Alexander]

Oh... Right. How stupid I am not having the thought of that. Thanks though.

 

[85gt]

That's what I thought but wanted to make sure......
Thanks alot !
Ronny