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Catalytic Converter
Technical Information
A defective catalytic converter contributes
to air pollution, and can impair your
engine’s performance. Follow these
guidelines to protect your motorcycle’s
catalytic converter.
Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a
small amount of leaded gasoline can
contaminate the catalyst metals, making
the catalytic converter ineffective.
Keep the engine in good running
condition. A poorly running engine can
cause the catalytic converter to overheat
causing damage to the converter or the
motorcycle.
If your engine is misfiring, backfiring,
stalling, or otherwise not running
properly, stop riding and turn off the
engine. Have your motorcycle serviced
as soon as possible.
This motorcycle is equipped with a three-
way catalytic converter.
The catalytic converter contains precious
metals that serve as catalysts, promoting
chemical reactions to convert the exhaust
gasses without affecting the metals.
The catalytic converter acts on HC, CO,
and NOx. A replacement unit must be an
original Honda part or its equivalent.
The catalytic converter must operate at a
high temperature for the chemical
reactions to take place. It can set fire to
any combustible materials that come near
it. Park your motorcycle away from high
grasses, dry leaves, or other flammables.
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Summary of Contents for Deauville NT700V 2010
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Page 59: ...52 Before Riding 09 07 23 17 58 42 31MEWA00 0061 ...
Page 79: ...72 Basic Operation Riding 09 07 23 18 01 29 31MEWA00 0081 ...
Page 171: ...164 Servicing Your Honda 09 07 23 18 14 55 31MEWA00 0173 ...
Page 211: ...204 Taking Care of the Unexpected 09 07 23 18 20 39 31MEWA00 0213 ...
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