2.4
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£14,300
- Year/Month: 2017/0
- Stock ID: T119847
- Transmission: Automatic
- CC: 2400
- Mileage: 90000
- Fuel Type: Diesel
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There are various types of catalysts on the market. In general, it is possible to choose between a catalyst module to be added to the exhaust system and a catalytic converter, i.e. an exhaust manifold inclusive of catalyst. Greater differentiation occurs based on its operation, which varies according to the fuel used by the Volvo xc60 2.4 for sale or engine.
The Process
On diesel-powered engines, the action of the catalyst is of the 'reducing' type, because it acts on the main polluting agent produced by the internal combustion of the engine. This type of catalyst (rhodium-based) transforms NOx into nitrogen and oxygen. The oxidizing converters, on the other hand, are based on palladium and are mainly mounted on petrol engines. They are called this way because they can promote the oxidation process of the monoxides and the unburnt hydrocarbons; since they act on two different types of pollutants, they are also referred to as 'two-way' ( bivalent ) catalysts. The auto gasoline catalyst can also be trivalent (or 'three-way'), as it combines the reducing and oxidizing action. Some catalysts also use a tool or device, necessary to determine the amount of oxygen and unburnt fuel present in the exhaust gases so that the catalyst maintains the optimal operating regime.
The Converter
The requirements for mounting the catalyst Not all engines can indiscriminately mount a catalyst. Or rather, some very precise technical conditions are necessary for the exhaust system to include an effective catalyst. First of all, the crossing of the valves (i.e. the time in which the intake and exhaust valves remain open at the same time) must be slightly longer, because the catalyst element slightly slows down the exhaust gas output. In addition, it is necessary that the output gas flow is carefully controlled via the control unit. The latter is necessary to check the percentage presence of oxygen and fuel inside the gases produced by the engine. Now, let's discuss car catalyst failure; since it is subject to constant wear and stress, the catalytic converter is one of the elements that most easily tends to wear out and break down. The car has some symptoms if the catalyst no longer functions correctly; the emission of dark smoke from the exhaust manifold, accompanied by a noise similar to that produced by broken shards, is the clearest sign of malfunction.
The Velocity
Likewise, a general increase in exhaust emissions and a decrease in engine output represent a wake-up call. If the catalyst is connected to a control unit, the lighting of the relative warning light indicates the presence of an anomaly. If the damage is particularly serious, it is necessary to have the component no longer functional replaced. To do this, you need to contact qualified personnel and prepare to incur an expense (excluding labor) depending on the type of converter to be replaced. For less severe 'symptoms'; however, you can try some DIY maintenance. Please note that Volvo xc60 2.4 price is not the only cost, a used car buyer need to bear lots of other expenses such as depending on the engine, specific additives or detergents can be purchased on the market; alternatively, to ensure that the catalyst reaches the optimum operating temperature, the engine can be run at specific velocity.