Originally posted by GreenHornet:
Based on a CEL I got, I'm thinking that I might end up needing a new catalytic converter.
Based on the code you got? Post the code so we can all share... 
Also you do realize that these cars have 3 cats on a V6 model. Right?
If you cat is going it more likey to be the manifold cats crumbiling.
Also as your car is a 2000 model you may still be within the cat emission warranty.
Check this out or you'll be paying $2k for no reason to fix it.
1996 2.5LT V6 Contour ATX My Tour+help/info pics
E0 rims, Gutted Pre-Cats,CTA Custom Exhaust & Intake, Diablo Chip.
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