{"product_id":"catalytic-converter-for-ford-explorer-2013-2015-3-5l","title":"Catalytic Converter for Ford Explorer (2013-2015) 3.5L Right","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit Catalytic Converter for 2013-2015 Ford Explorer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestores OEM emissions compliance and exhaust scavenging efficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct-replacement front\/right catalytic converter assembly engineered specifically for the transverse-mounted 3.5L V6 powertrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Explorer Flow Restriction \u0026amp; Catalyst Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory catalytic converters on the high-mileage U502 platform suffer from internal ceramic substrate thermal fracturing, washcoat degradation, and soot clogging due to prolonged thermal cycling. These structural breakdowns introduce excessive exhaust backpressure, elevate combustion chamber temperatures, degrade fuel trim efficiency, and inevitably trigger persistent P0420\/P0430 DTC fault codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabricated with high-grade stainless steel piping and heavy-gauge stamped outer shells, this unit resists road salt corrosion and thermal fatigue. Internally, a high-efficiency ceramic substrate with optimized precious metal washcoat loading ensures complete hydrocarbon and NOx conversion while lowering flow resistance. Precision-machined, thick OE-spec flanges and integrated O2 sensor bungs allow direct bolt-on installation without custom welding or fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e2013-2015 Ford Explorer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e3.5L Duratec 35 V6 \/ U502\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e290 hp \/ 255 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement \/ Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eFront \/ Right; Stainless Steel \u0026amp; Ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eBER388875 (Interchange: 33089, 30585, 19517, 674256, 1379)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2013 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6 (Front\/Right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2014 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6 (Front\/Right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6 (Front\/Right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Durability Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to handle heavy daily utility use and towing loads, this assembly maintains structural integrity and leak-free sealing under continuous exhaust heat cycles without throwing check engine lights.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50484857307384,"sku":"DS-EG33Q2PVH","price":149.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/catalytic-converter-for-ford-explorer-2013-2015-3-5l-1.jpg?v=1789106658","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/es\/products\/catalytic-converter-for-ford-explorer-2013-2015-3-5l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}