{"product_id":"catalytic-converter-for-toyota-corolla-1998-2002-1-8l-front","title":"Catalytic Converter for Toyota Corolla (1998-2002) 1.8L Front","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eDirect-Fit Front Catalytic Converter for 1998-2002 Toyota Corolla (E110)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Front Catalytic Converter replaces the degraded or clogged factory exhaust converter on the 1998-2002 Toyota Corolla to restore designed exhaust gas velocity, resolve diagnostic trouble codes, and ensure proper emissions compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Toyota Corolla Exhaust Flow Restriction and Catalyst Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory catalytic units on the \u003cstrong\u003eE110\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis suffer from thermal fatigue and substrate degradation after decades of operating cycles. The factory \u003cstrong\u003e1ZZ-FE\u003c\/strong\u003e engine, particularly in high-mileage applications, frequently experiences blow-by and oil consumption issues that coat the original ceramic washcoat with carbon and phosphorus glaze. This chemical contamination causes washcoat poisoning, restricts downstream flow, triggers the dreaded P0420 catalytic efficiency diagnostic trouble code, and creates severe exhaust backpressure that chokes high-RPM scavenging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis front direct-fit catalytic converter assembly is engineered with a high-flow ceramic honeycomb substrate coated with precious metal catalyst loadings to maximize reduction of unburned hydrocarbons, CO, and NOx without impeding flow. Built using heavy-gauge, corrosion-resistant stainless steel body tubing with precision-machined, laser-cut mounting flanges, it resists cracking and exhaust leaks at thermal joints. Designed specifically around factory \u003cstrong\u003e17460-0D070\u003c\/strong\u003e routing specifications, the integrated oxygen sensor port and mounting brackets bolt up directly to OEM mid-pipe flanges without torch work, pipe expanding, or custom fabrication.\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;\"\u003e1998-2002 Toyota Corolla\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\u003e1ZZ-FE\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8L \/ \u003cstrong\u003eE110\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;\"\u003e125 hp \/ 125 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\u003e17460-0D070\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e94860066\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e15844\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\u003e1998 Toyota Corolla VE \/ CE \/ LE 1.8L 4-Cylinder (Front)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1999 Toyota Corolla VE \/ CE \/ LE 1.8L 4-Cylinder (Front)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2000 Toyota Corolla VE \/ CE \/ LE 1.8L 4-Cylinder (Front)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2001 Toyota Corolla CE \/ LE \/ S 1.8L 4-Cylinder (Front)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2002 Toyota Corolla CE \/ LE \/ S 1.8L 4-Cylinder (Front)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the E110 Corolla?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 1998-2002 Toyota Corolla equipped with the 1ZZ-FE engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this unit legal for use in all states?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 46-state Federal EPA-compliant converter and cannot be legally sold or installed on vehicles registered in California, New York, Colorado, or Maine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Toyota Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to restore factory exhaust harmonics and clean-burning engine performance, this catalytic assembly preserves the bulletproof daily reliability and smooth throttle response expected of the JDM-engineered Corolla platform.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67537980424440,"sku":"DS-E4ELF3MPY","price":94.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/catalytic-converter-for-toyota-corolla-1998-2002-1-8l-front-2.jpg?v=1790620352","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/catalytic-converter-for-toyota-corolla-1998-2002-1-8l-front","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}