Hi friends. I've got a 2003 Toyota Matrix XRS that needs a new catalytic converter due to a rust hole forming. Naturally it's also throwing CEL codes.
I'm trying to tackle this on a budget, but I need to confirm if I need to source a new cat that is specifically for the GT's/XRS' 2ZZ-GE engine, or if there is compatibility with cats for the Base/XR's 1ZZ-FE as well.
I haven't been able to find a conclusive answer so far, and I can't afford to risk getting the wrong part. I'm led to believe that there's a difference for the exhaust systems between the Base and XRS/GT trims, based off a previous thread here, and the parts catalog diagram (see fig. 6 in attached image).
Aftermarket vendors for cats typically sell just a portion of that exhaust piece, such as with this listing here. I'm hoping that there's compatibility between the trims, but could someone conclusively confirm if that's the case?
Thanks in advance