{"product_id":"catalytic-converter-for-ford-escape-2017-2019-1-5l-front","title":"Catalytic Converter for Ford Escape (2017-2019) 1.5L Front","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eDirect-Fit Front Catalytic Converter for 2017-2019 Ford Escape (C520)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Front Catalytic Converter replaces degraded factory emissions equipment on the 2017-2019 Ford Escape to eliminate P0420 catalyst efficiency codes and restore correct exhaust gas velocity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Ford Escape Converter Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the \u003cstrong\u003eC520\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis, the close-coupled front converter is subjected to extreme thermal cycling and concentrated exhaust pulses directly from the \u003cstrong\u003e1.5L EcoBoost\u003c\/strong\u003e turbocharger. Over time, high exhaust gas temperatures cause thermal shock, washcoat attrition, and cell matrix breakdown within the factory substrate. This deterioration leads to core sintering, restricted exhaust scavenging, reduced fuel economy, and persistent check engine lights (CEL).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed with a heavy-gauge, corrosion-resistant stainless steel outer shell, this front replacement converter is engineered to withstand sustained thermal stress. Internally, a high-flow ceramic substrate coated with premium precious metal washcoats ensures rapid light-off and efficient reduction of hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen oxides. Precision-engineered 5-bolt mating flanges and integrated O2 sensor ports guarantee accurate sensor depth and a direct seal matching factory manifold specifications without cutting or custom fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x Front Direct-Fit Catalytic Converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x Installation Accessory Hardware Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2017-2019 Ford Escape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.5L EcoBoost I4\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003eC520\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e179 hp \/ 177 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e131816\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2017 Ford Escape 1.5L Turbocharged (SE, SEL, Titanium)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2018 Ford Escape 1.5L Turbocharged (SE, SEL, Titanium)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2019 Ford Escape 1.5L Turbocharged (SE, SEL, Titanium)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the C520 Escape?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2017-2019 Ford Escape equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e1.5L EcoBoost\u003c\/strong\u003e engine. \u003cstrong\u003eThis converter does not fit naturally aspirated 2.5L or 2.0L EcoBoost models, and is not legal for sale, purchase, or use on vehicles registered in California, New York, Colorado, or Maine.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this catalytic converter CARB certified?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this unit is 46-state Federal EPA compliant and cannot be legally installed in CARB emissions jurisdictions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour daily-driven crossover requires strict emissions compliance and reliable heat management under load; this direct-fit unit restores peak turbo spool characteristics and factory exhaust integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67564540952824,"sku":"DS-ED272985K","price":133.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/catalytic-converter-for-ford-escape-2017-2019-1-5l-front-1.jpg?v=1791041716","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/es\/products\/catalytic-converter-for-ford-escape-2017-2019-1-5l-front","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}