{"product_id":"catalytic-converter-for-ford-ranger-1998-2000-3-0l-4-0l-rear","title":"Catalytic Converter for Ford Ranger (1998-2000) 3.0L 4.0L Rear","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eDirect-Fit Rear Catalytic Converter for 1998-2000 Ford Ranger (PN105)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The direct-fit rear catalytic converter replaces degraded factory emissions units on the 1998-2000 Ford Ranger to eliminate P0420\/P0430 diagnostic trouble codes and restore unobstructed exhaust flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Ford Ranger Exhaust Restriction \u0026amp; Catalyst Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory exhaust bricks on the \u003cstrong\u003ePN105\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis succumb over time to prolonged thermal cycling, carbon fouling, and washcoat degradation. On higher-mileage \u003cstrong\u003eVulcan V6\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCologne V6\u003c\/strong\u003e engines, unburnt hydrocarbons and elevated exhaust gas temperatures lead to internal honeycomb fracturing or physical substrate melting. This failure generates severe exhaust backpressure, degrades low-end torque, spikes cylinder head temperatures, and inevitably triggers a Check Engine Light due to sub-threshold catalyst efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered as an exact bolt-in replacement, this rear catalytic assembly features a heavy-gauge stainless steel outer shell designed to resist road salt corrosion and road debris puncture. Inside, a high-flow ceramic substrate is washcoated with active precious metal loadings to ensure complete post-combustion oxidation of HC and CO gases without generating parasitic backpressure. Precise OE-spec flanges and integrated hanger locations align with factory exhaust manifolds and intermediate pipes, eliminating the need for cutting or custom fabrication while matching original backpressure tolerances.\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: solid font-size: min-width:\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;\"\u003e1998-2000 Ford Ranger\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;\"\u003e3.0L Vulcan \u0026amp; 4.0L Cologne \/ PN105\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;\"\u003e145-160 hp \/ 180-225 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;\"\u003e23541\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\u003e1998-2000 Ford Ranger XL (3.0L V6, 4.0L V6 Rear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998-2000 Ford Ranger XLT (3.0L V6, 4.0L V6 Rear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998-2000 Ford Ranger Splash (3.0L V6, 4.0L V6 Rear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNote: Fits 3.0L and 4.0L V6 engines only; does not fit 2.5L 4-cylinder models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEmissions: EPA 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 PN105 Ranger?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 1998-2000 Ford Ranger equipped with either the 3.0L \u003cstrong\u003eVulcan V6\u003c\/strong\u003e or 4.0L \u003cstrong\u003eCologne V6\u003c\/strong\u003e engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this direct-fit rear converter clear the check engine light?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, replacing a fouled or collapsed substrate with this OEM-spec ceramic converter clears catalyst-efficiency diagnostic trouble codes (such as P0420) provided downstream O2 sensors and engine tune are functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Workhorse Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePN105\u003c\/strong\u003e Ranger earned its reputation through sheer mechanical reliability under payload and towing duty. Installing a durable stainless steel converter maintains proper exhaust velocity and engine backpressure, ensuring dependable pulling power and long-term drivetrain longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67537692098808,"sku":"DS-EWWFWC7X9","price":129.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/catalytic-converter-for-ford-ranger-1998-2000-3-0l-4-0l-rear-1.jpg?v=1790614255","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/catalytic-converter-for-ford-ranger-1998-2000-3-0l-4-0l-rear","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}