{"product_id":"cat-back-exhaust-for-honda-accord-1998-2002-3-0l","title":"Cat Back Exhaust for Honda Accord (1998-2002) 3.0L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit Stainless Cat Back Exhaust for 1998-2002 Honda Accord\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Cat Back Exhaust System replaces the restrictive factory exhaust piping and baffled muffler on the 1998-2002 Honda Accord 3.0L to lower exhaust backpressure, improve scavenging efficiency, and restore resonant V6 exhaust flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Honda Accord Exhaust Flow Restriction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory exhaust systems on the 6th-generation Accord V6 were engineered strictly for noise suppression and budget manufacturing rather than thermal or flow efficiency. The OEM assembly relies on crush-bent mild steel tubing that reduces internal cross-sectional diameter at critical radiuses, choking exhaust gas velocity post-catalytic converter. Compounding this, the restrictive chambered factory muffler creates turbulent reflections that drive up thermal load near the underbody and cause parasitic pumping losses across the \u003cstrong\u003eJ30A1\u003c\/strong\u003e powerband, while the non-stainless factory alloy remains prone to severe road-salt corrosion and seam blowouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis direct-fit cat-back system replaces the OEM layout with continuous, mandrel-bent stainless steel piping to maintain a uniform internal diameter through every transition. By eliminating crush restrictions and utilizing smooth transitional collector joints, the system decreases exhaust backpressure and increases gas velocity away from the engine block. Pre-welded factory-style hangars and precision-aligned flanges mate directly to OEM mounting isolators without requiring cutting or chassis modification. The corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction handles severe thermal cycling without scaling or flange warping, and the straight-through tuned muffler controls cabin drone while delivering an authentic JDM exhaust note under load.\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; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\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;\"\u003e1998-2002 Honda Accord 3.0L V6\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\u003eJ30A1\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003eCG1\u003c\/strong\u003e (Sedan), \u003cstrong\u003eCG2\u003c\/strong\u003e (Coupe)\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;\"\u003e200 hp \/ 195 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;\"\u003eN\/A (Direct Replacement for OEM Cat-Back Assembly)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998 Honda Accord EX \/ LX 3.0L V6 (CG1 \/ CG2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1999 Honda Accord EX \/ LX 3.0L V6 (CG1 \/ CG2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2000 Honda Accord EX \/ LX 3.0L V6 (CG1 \/ CG2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2001 Honda Accord EX \/ LX 3.0L V6 (CG1 \/ CG2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2002 Honda Accord EX \/ LX 3.0L V6 (CG1 \/ CG2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the CG1\/CG2 Accord?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, this is a direct fit for the 1998-2002 Honda Accord equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eJ30A1\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.0L V6 engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill installing this cat-back exhaust trigger a Check Engine Light (CEL)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e No, because this system bolts downstream of the factory catalytic converter and O2 sensors, secondary oxygen sensor feedback remains unaltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Honda Tuning Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for the dedicated JDM enthusiast, this exhaust system balances clean, unchoked VTEC breathing with a refined tone, eliminating the rust and turbulence of aging factory hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50607798485240,"sku":"DS-EKYRZQXK9","price":477.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/cat-back-exhaust-for-honda-accord-1998-2002-3-0l-1.jpg?v=1790091533","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/cat-back-exhaust-for-honda-accord-1998-2002-3-0l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}