1997 Catalytic Converter

[session_road86]

Hi guys, I have a 1997 4Runner Limited. I was told by the shop that my cat pressure is below %5 something like that. Apparently my cat is causing a back pressure which is causing my lag in throttle response I guess. I was quoted around $500-$600 to have the Cat replaced.

So I looked around and Googled for CAT for my 4Runner and ran into different pics. One is just that of a CAT then one is that with a CAT and extensions.

Can someone tell me the correct CAT I should install in my 4Runner and is this something I and a friend can do? So I can save some money at least. I've been laid off for 2 months and finding some ways to save some $$$ where I can.

Thanks for reading.

P.S. I'm located in Austin Texas.

 

[Clemsonfan15]

I would assume that you don't have a California emission 4runner, but you might want to double check. I think their cats are different.

 

[session_road86]

I live in Austin Texas

 

[Stick Figure]

I live in Austin Texas

are you the original owner? It could still be a CA emissions vehicle. Most likely not, but could be. Anyway if you buy a factory from Toyota cat, or an exact replacement for a 97 4runner, it should bolt in. However there are a LOT of other options for units that can be welded in. which SHOULD be cheaper if you find a shop that will weld in a universal replacement.