Doubtful it's the cat, IAC (idle air control)valve more likely.
v6? A/C on or off?
Radio works from battery, power steering must have engine working to work power steering pump.
98 Mystique LS v6 atx 110,000km
97 Contour LX v6 atx 125,000km
stock CD on LS, cass on LX
spoiler, tinted windows on LS only
4 wheel discs on LX only
All other available options on both
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