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How much does a Ford Explorer catalytic converter replacement cost?

I’ve been noticing a weird smell coming from my vehicle and I think it has to do with my catalytic converter. How much will a replacement Ford Explorer catalytic converter cost?

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Lindsey Hoover · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
On average, a
Ford Explorer
catalytic converter replacement costs between $1,270 and $1,315. These prices include labor costs, which will run you anywhere between $145 and $186, depending on your location.
Replacing your
Ford
Explorer catalytic converter is no cheap affair. And while your vehicle’s catalytic converter should last about 10 years or longer, it’s possible for this essential component of your vehicle’s exhaust system to get damaged.
Below we’ve listed some common signs that it may be time to replace your Ford Explorer catalytic converter:
  • Vehicle overheating
  • Foul odor, such as sulfur or rotten eggs
  • Reduced acceleration
If you’re not sure whether or not your Ford Explorer catalytic converter needs replacing, try taking your vehicle to a professional mechanic—they’ll be able to diagnose the problem for you.
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