{"product_id":"catalytic-converter-for-honda-accord-1998-2002-2-3l","title":"Catalytic Converter for Honda Accord (1998-2002) 2.3L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEPA-Compliant Direct-Fit Catalytic Converter for 1998-2002 Honda Accord\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces degraded factory catalytic converters with an EPA-compliant ceramic substrate to eliminate P0420 fault codes and restore exhaust scavenging efficiency on 2.3L F-Series engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Accord Catalytic Deterioration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory ceramic honeycomb cores on aging 6th-generation Accords degrade over extended thermal cycling, leading to washcoat sintering, catalyst poisoning, and reduced precious metal reactivity. When the core breaks down or fractures internally, restricted exhaust gas pathways increase backpressure behind the manifold, leading to elevated exhaust gas temperatures (EGTs), sluggish throttle response, unburned hydrocarbon emissions, and persistent OBD-II fault codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with mandrel-bent stainless steel piping and a high-flow ceramic washcoat core, this direct-fit rear converter optimizes flow dynamics while maintaining strict 49-state emissions compliance. Heavy-duty OE-style mounting flanges and automated TIG-welded joint seams resist thermal fatigue and vibration stress. Includes an integrated O2 sensor bung and direct-fit hardware to deliver a leak-free seal without cutting or custom fabrication.\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;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1998-2002 Honda Accord (2.3L Only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eF23A1, F23A4, F23A5 (F-Series) \/ CG5, CG6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e150 hp \/ 152 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eOEMCONV023 (Interchange: 642682, 0991116, 40234, 40366)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998-2002 Honda Accord DX Sedan 2.3L 4-Cylinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998-2002 Honda Accord LX Sedan \/ Coupe 2.3L 4-Cylinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998-2002 Honda Accord EX Sedan \/ Coupe 2.3L 4-Cylinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998-2002 Honda Accord SE Sedan 2.3L 4-Cylinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEPA Federal 49-State Certified (Not legal for sale or use on vehicles registered in CA, NY, or ME)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Honda JDM Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to match Honda factory backpressure parameters, this converter maintains precise exhaust pulse velocity for optimal VTEC crossover operation without triggering secondary oxygen sensor warnings or unwanted exhaust rasp.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50462759813368,"sku":"DS-EMMC63OJW","price":124.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/catalytic-converter-for-honda-accord-1998-2002-2-3l-1.jpg?v=1788844170","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/catalytic-converter-for-honda-accord-1998-2002-2-3l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}