Aftermarket Catalytic Converters 2014

[13Crow]

I am finding out that I have to replace my Catalytic converters, I am also told there are no aftermarket CAT Converters for my model and I have to order them from Ford. Can someone tell me if this is true? and if not, which one I can order online? I have a code EFMXT03.73DM on my emissions sticker. I found out this is for the flex fuel version of this engine...if I don't use Ethanol can I use the CATS made for the engine for gasoline only?

 

[Fix4Dirt]

I am finding out that I have to replace my Catalytic converters, I am also told there are no aftermarket CAT Converters for my model and I have to order them from Ford. Can someone tell me if this is true? and if not, which one I can order online? I have a code EFMXT03.73DM on my emissions sticker. I found out this is for the flex fuel version of this engine...if I don't use Ethanol can I use the CATS made for the engine for gasoline only?

welcome to EF!

 

[Fix4Dirt]

since youre in riverside you are subject to CARB. which engine do you have na or turbo i4 or v6? ya checked magna flow?

 

[13Crow]

I know pretty much nothing about the cats, just posting what I was told by my former mechanic. I am not sure which one would fit what I have. CARB? Not sure what that is. I was quoted $2600 to replace them, thinking if I find them online I can have someone install them for a bit less than that.

 

[ProjectSHO89]

It helps if you COMPLETELY identify your vehicle.... Also if you are, in fact, in California.

 

[peterk9]

I know pretty much nothing about the cats, just posting what I was told by my former mechanic. I am not sure which one would fit what I have. CARB? Not sure what that is. I was quoted $2600 to replace them, thinking if I find them online I can have someone install them for a bit less than that.

Welcome to the Forum.
The following is for the 3.5L V6.

Original 2013-2017 Ford Catalytic Converter DB5Z-5E212-B | Levittown Ford Parts

2013-2017 Ford part # DB5Z-5E212-B - Catalytic Converter

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This is for the 2.0L engine

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CARB = California Air Resources Board

Peter

 

[13Crow]

2014 LTD with 3.5 V6

 

[J_C]

Were they stolen or is this a very high mileage vehicle? Just wondering why they need replaced... If they are clogged or melted, something else needs fixed first.

 

[13Crow]

161,000 miles, I think because it is FLEX FUEL vehicle and I used Ethanol for a cross country road trip it may have effed them up.

 

[Fix4Dirt]

161,000 miles, I think because it is FLEX FUEL vehicle and I used Ethanol for a cross country road trip it may have effed them up.

flex fuel means you can run e85 no problem. whst makes you think the cats are fouled or bad?

 

[ProjectSHO89]

Using E85 or the like will not adversely affect catalytic converters.

 

[Sniper19672]

I am finding out that I have to replace my Catalytic converters, I am also told there are no aftermarket CAT Converters for my model and I have to order them from Ford. Can someone tell me if this is true? and if not, which one I can order online? I have a code EFMXT03.73DM on my emissions sticker. I found out this is for the flex fuel version of this engine...if I don't use Ethanol can I use the CATS made for the engine for gasoline only?

Go to the MagnaFlow website or give them a call. I just bought all three cats from them for my '18 sport and Gibson axle back mufflers from Summit Racing. Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think the type of fuel your using is going to make a difference either way. With the MagnaFlow stuff I was able to use all of my stock O/2 sensors. Hope this helps.

 

[Sniper19672]

Also, MagnaFlow has a recycling program and they pay the return shipping. Got $75.00 back for each Converter I returned. That was $225.00 I wasn't expecting to have until I saw the sticker on the box.

 

[J_C]

I'd get a 2nd opinion on the diagnosis, seems a little fishy unless you choose to use an oil with high ZDDP in it.