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Service Engine Soon light is on. Previous test shows code P0420

Vehicle: 2005, Nissan, Altima, 3.1

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P0420 usually 90% of the time means the catalytic converter is bad, if there are no exhaust leaks 

P0420 is bank 1 

2005-2006 Nissan Altima with 3.5 Engine Air/Fuel Ratio and O2 Sensor Location
2005-2006 Nissan Altima with 3.5 Engine Air/Fuel Ratio and O2 Sensor Location


In some cases these might work if the catalytic converter  is not already overheated or damaged. Use 91 octane from Shell along with a good fuel system cleaner like 3M or BG 44k and maybe do any intake flush to decarb the engine.
 

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