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Catalytic Converter Options for a 1998 Ford Explorer with 4.0 Liter Motor  

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I have a 1998 Ford Explorer with a 4.0 engine. Im not sure which converter I need because I dont know if I need the California emissions model or not. How can I tell? Can you tell by the VIN number? Also do I need universal fit or direct fit? Thank you!

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If you live in California you would need to have the CARB compliant catalytic converter. If you live in any other state you can use the 49 state converters.

For a California model on a 1998 Ford Explorer with the X designation in the VIN use # MF447206. Check the 8th digit of the VIN.

For 49 state converters use # MF23315 for direct fit and E designation. Use # MF23313 for direct fit with X designation.

Or you can use universal converter # MF99005HM for E designation or # MF99006HM for X designation.

Universal fit converters may require some additional components shops that a muffler shop could take care of for you.

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