{"product_id":"catalytic-converter-for-acura-cl-2001-2003-3-2l-front","title":"Catalytic Converter for Acura CL (2001-2003) 3.2L Front","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eDirect-Fit Front Catalytic Converter for 2001-2003 Acura CL (YA4)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Front Catalytic Converter replaces degraded emissions equipment on the 2001-2003 Acura CL to eliminate P0420 diagnostic trouble codes and restore factory exhaust velocity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Acura CL Catalyst Deterioration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver extended heat cycles, the factory ceramic monolith inside the forward exhaust bank of the \u003cstrong\u003eJ32A1\u003c\/strong\u003e V6 experiences thermal degradation, washcoat sintering, and carbon fouling. As noble metal active sites deteriorate, internal backpressure rises, choking high-RPM scavenge cycles and setting persistent emissions fault codes. Worn factory casing welds and corroded mild-steel two-bolt flanges also frequently crack under thermal expansion, creating exhaust gas leaks ahead of downstream secondary oxygen sensors that disrupt closed-loop fuel trim calculations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis direct replacement front catalytic converter assembly is engineered with a high-grade \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e outer shell and mandrel-bent tubing to withstand continuous cyclic thermal stress. Internally, a resilient honeycomb ceramic substrate is washcoated with an optimized balance of precious metals to restore efficient catalytic conversion of unburned hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide without constricting exhaust pulses. Thick, laser-cut mounting flanges match factory mating points for leak-free sealing, using stock hanger locations to guarantee drop-in fitment without cutting, bending, or custom welding.\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;\"\u003e2001-2003 Acura CL (Base)\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\u003eJ32A1\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003eYA4\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\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;\"\u003e225 hp \/ 217 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;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13071\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e642717\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e16369\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e40358\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\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\u003e2001 Acura CL Base 3.2L V6 (J32A1, Front Position; Non-Type-S)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2002 Acura CL Base 3.2L V6 (J32A1, Front Position; Non-Type-S)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2003 Acura CL Base 3.2L V6 (J32A1, Front Position; Non-Type-S)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the YA4 CL?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2001-2003 Acura CL equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eJ32A1\u003c\/strong\u003e engine (Base trim, Front position).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this catalytic converter legal for road use in California or New York?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this unit is EPA compliant for 48-state applications and cannot be legally installed or registered in California, New York, Colorado, or Maine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Acura Engineering Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered specifically for Honda\/Acura J-series V6 platforms, this catalytic unit restores the smooth power delivery, clean tailpipe emissions, and refined exhaust acoustics expected of Japanese luxury performance coupes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67537993531640,"sku":"DS-EFHMU141L","price":98.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/catalytic-converter-for-acura-cl-2001-2003-3-2l-front-1.jpg?v=1790620605","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/catalytic-converter-for-acura-cl-2001-2003-3-2l-front","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}