Tuesday 26 June 2012

Tips for fitting a replacement EEC Catalytic Converter

As the experts in the aftermarket automotive industry, EEC is pleased to offer tips for the fitting of all our product range.


When mounting an EEC catalytic converter, please:


1) Do not use sealer or paste as this will invalidate your warranty and could potentially cause damage to the replacement catalytic converter 

2) Mount the new EEC catalytic converter, before undertaking final fixing check the converter has adequate space to move without touching the body.

3) Complete a 4 gas test immediately after fitting the EEC replacement cat to assist with location of any emission faults (the new cat will be operating at 100% efficiency at this stage).

 4) Perform a satisfactory road test

 Please note it is illegal to install a non approved catalytic converter on vehicles registered 1st March 2001 onwards.

EEC recommends the fitting of a new lambda sensor and fitting kit when replacing a catalytic converter

Wednesday 20 June 2012

New Parts in the EEC range - June 2012

European Exhaust and Catalyst is pleased to announce the addition of 80 applications to our range in the last month.

You can download this list in CSV format from our website for your own systems by clicking here.

Updates to our range of Diesel Particulate Filters
We have just updated the latest DPF part numbers and applications on our website - where you can click through and view 2D and 3D models using our unique tool. Click here to see more.

As the UK's largest manufacturer of Aftermarket catalytic converters, we offer a standard two-year guarantee on over 4,500 different catalytic converter applications, with next day delivery in the UK.

Additionally, we also provide a comprehensive range of diesel particulate filters, lambda sensors, exhausts, front pipes and brakes.

If you would like to find out more or search our catalogue, please visit our website at www.eurocats.co.uk.

To discuss pricing, please email Paul Westcott (pwestcott@eurocats.co.uk) or call +44 (0)23 9220 5300.

We will send out additional updates in the next fortnight via email, and post more information on our Twitter, Facebook and Blog

If you would like the data in a particular format or file type, please let us know.

Thursday 14 June 2012

Checks before fitting a new Diesel Particulate Filter

Before fitting a new Diesel Particulate Filter, you should check the following components on a vehicle:

* EGR valve or EGR pipe blockage
* Oxygen sensors
* DPF pressure pipes and valves
* Air flow meter
* Intake manifold
* Pressure switch
* Engine temperature sensor
* Engine oil - is it the correct specification for the engine?
* Intake manifold
* Turbo charger function
* Engine wear
* Fuel pressure
* Heater / Glow Plugs
* Leaking Injectors
* Blocked sensors
* ECU Malfunction
* Air filter condition

The above are just some general points, but it's recommended that a full service is carried out at the same time as installing a new DPF, and remember that most diesel engines fitted with a DPF require a specific low ash oil.

Some vehicles also require a special additive in the oil at the same time a DPF is replaced, and each vehicle will require an individual diagnostic investigation and testing procedure.

For more information, contact the EEC Technical Team on +44(0)23 9224 5300 or email technical@eurocats.co.uk.