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So I have my 2001 Honda Civic EX and it's throwing a P0141. Since my catalytic converter was unfortunately stolen since I live in NYC. I have some questions before I figure out what to do about this. Can I drive the car with this code? Would it cause any issues. The O2 sensor was cut off along with the cat. Since NYC is carb compliant I can't just get any catalytic converter. Maybe I should just straight pipe it lol

 
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it will put the engine in limp mode.
carb = no straight pipe

 
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Which does make it more of an expensive fix but RockAuto has the cat for $400 which seems like my best option now. Since the O2 sensor was cut, I should be able to just splice in a new connector to fix that? I was able to drive it for a short time and park it safely.

 
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Yep should be able to put on a new connector and sensor and be good to go with the new cat

 
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I'll definitely get a rebar cage around the new one. Any recommendations for a new cat that's carb compliant and affordable?

 
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affordable - expect a CEL light quite soon
woah, i see prices spiked since i replaced mine

 
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Just wanna give a update, I replaced the catalytic converter along with my exhaust and replaced the O2 sensor. Cel disappeared and car is driving great again.

 
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What brand is the cat?