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Heat Shields

The combustion reaction, which is furthered by the converter, releases additional heat into the exhaust system. Temperatures in catalytic converters can reach 1600°F (870°C) under normal conditions. Special heat shields are therefore used to protect the underbody and under-vehicle components from this extreme heat.