{"product_id":"catalytic-converter-for-ford-f-150-1997-2000-4-6l-left-right","title":"Catalytic Converter for Ford F-150 (1997-2000) 4.6L Left \u0026 Right","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eDirect-Fit Y-Pipe Catalytic Converter Assembly for 1997-2000 Ford F-150 (PN-96)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The catalytic converter replaces deteriorated factory emissions plumbing on the 1997-2000 Ford F-150 to restore factory exhaust scavenging and eliminate catalyst inefficiency diagnostic trouble codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Ford F-150 Catalyst Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory dual-bank emissions configuration on the tenth-generation \u003cstrong\u003ePN-96\u003c\/strong\u003e platform suffers from thermal cycling fatigue and high-mileage ceramic washcoat depletion. Prolonged heat soak and rich-condition misfires degrade the OEM honeycombs, causing internal substrate fractures, structural rattling, and increased exhaust backpressure. This restriction bottlenecks the \u003cstrong\u003e4.6L Modular V8\u003c\/strong\u003e, raising cylinder head exhaust temperatures, dampening low-end torque output, and triggering recurrent P0420 and P0430 DTC faults at the downstream oxygen sensor bungs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered as a bolt-on Y-pipe assembly, this replacement features high-flow ceramic substrates loaded with optimized precious metal washcoats to achieve clean hydrocarbon and NOx reduction. Heavy-gauge stainless steel tubing is mandrel-bent to maintain consistent inner diameters, eliminating the turbulent restrictions found in aged OEM pipe assemblies. Robotic MIG welds reinforce the structural collector joints and precision-stamped OE-spec mounting flanges, guaranteeing a leak-free seal without requiring cutting or custom welding on 2WD chassis trucks. Integrated bung placements ensure accurate factory O2 sensor feedback without check engine light warnings.\u003c\/p\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;\"\u003e1997-2000 Ford F-150\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;\"\u003e4.6L Modular V8 \/ PN-96\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;\"\u003e220 hp \/ 290 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;\"\u003e54216, 53232\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\u003e1997-2000 Ford F-150 Base, XL, XLT, Lariat (4.6L V8, RWD \/ 2WD only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits both Left (Driver) and Right (Passenger) combined Y-Pipe configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDoes not fit 4WD (Four-Wheel Drive) models\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEPA compliant (46-state legal; not legal for sale or use in CA, NY, CO, or ME)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the PN-96 F-150?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 1997-2000 Ford F-150 equipped with the 4.6L Modular V8 engine on rear-wheel-drive platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this direct-fit catalytic converter clear my Check Engine Light?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it restores factory exhaust efficiency thresholds to resolve P0420 and P0430 catalytic deficiency error codes assuming your engine runs at correct stoichiometric air-fuel ratios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Towing Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to withstand the thermal stress of continuous heavy hauling and towing payloads, this stainless steel assembly delivers factory backpressure levels and reliable exhaust durability under extreme work conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67537747968248,"sku":"DS-EE70VGE55","price":235.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/catalytic-converter-for-ford-f-150-1997-2000-4-6l-left-right-2.jpg?v=1790616861","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/es\/products\/catalytic-converter-for-ford-f-150-1997-2000-4-6l-left-right","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}