Catalytic Converter for Toyota Matrix (2009-2013) 1.8L Front

Direct-Fit Front Catalytic Converter for 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix (E140)

What it Does: The Direct-Fit Front Catalytic Converter replaces the degraded factory pipe assembly on the 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix to eliminate P0420 trouble codes, restore exhaust scavenging, and maintain EPA emissions compliance.

The Stock Toyota Matrix Catalyst Degradation

High-mileage E140 chassis vehicles frequently experience thermal washcoat degradation inside the factory exhaust front pipe. Over thousands of heat cycles, the stock ceramic honeycomb structure on the 2ZR-FE engine suffers from carbon contamination, sintering, and cell clogging. This deterioration creates excessive exhaust backpressure, spikes cylinder head temperatures, robs mid-range engine efficiency, and triggers persistent P0420 catalyst threshold DTCs.

The Engineering Solution

This direct-replacement front converter assembly is manufactured with a heavy-gauge stainless steel outer shell engineered to resist road salt corrosion and thermal warping. Internally, a high-flow ceramic substrate features optimized washcoat loading to effectively neutralize hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and NOx without choking exhaust velocity. CNC-machined, laser-cut flanges mate seamlessly with OEM exhaust locations, while factory-positioned O2 sensor ports allow simple integration of stock oxygen sensors without wiring alterations.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix Base / Standard (1.8L L4 - 2ZR-FE)
• Front Position / Front Pipe Assembly
• Does not fit Matrix 2.4L (2AZ-FE) configurations
• EPA 46-State Legal (Not legal for sale or use in CA, NY, CO, or ME)

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this fit the E140 Matrix?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix equipped with the 2ZR-FE 1.8L engine.

Will this clear a P0420 check engine light?

Yes, replacing a fouled or degraded OEM catalyst with this unit restores converter storage capacity and resolves P0420 codes provided the upstream fueling system and O2 sensors are functioning properly.

The Toyota Reliability Standard

Keep your daily-driven Toyota operating cleanly with dependable, OE-geometry exhaust components designed to preserve factory backpressure dynamics, fuel economy, and factory exhaust tone.