CX-5 Turbo - Remove Catalytic Convertor

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I'm new to the forum.

I've been looking online and can't see any cat bypass pipes for sale.

Has anyone removed the catalytic convertor on their CX-5 Turbo?

Where does the cat live? Is it on the manifold? Or further down the exhaust?

I'm wondering if it's possible to make up a pipe? Then space the 02 sensor to avoid engine codes?

TIA,
Cinders.

Question...

The catalytic convertor lives immediately after the turbo as an integrated component of the downpipe as in most modern turbo vehicles.

I'm sure it's possible to make a catless downpipe, but since this is a mainstream crossover I don't think there is much market for one, hence the lack of an aftermarket offering. I'd recommend just leaving the cat in place and letting it do its job of reducing emissions. Stricter regulation and enforcement is even causing big tuning companies like APR to discontinue their "Stage 2" offerings with downpipes that remove the cats.

Answer...

I think there are 2 cats for the 2.5T. One connected just after the turbo and one further downstream in the midpipe area. Take a look under your CUV, it should be pretty obvious.

Answer...

Thanks for the replies. I'll get the car up on ramps and take a look.

OP Response...

Then off the rails we go...

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