How many catalytic converters does the 2005 Kia Sportage have?

The 2005 Kia Sportage has one catalytic converter located between the exhaust manifold and the muffler. The manifold can be found under a heat shield bolted to the side of the engine. The cat is accessible beneath this. The converter is responsible for reducing harmful emissions by breaking them down to less toxic substances like nitrogen and water instead of carbon monoxide. The part can become d***y or clogged and lead to engine failure if not addressed. Signs the Odyssey's cat needs replaced include an illuminated "check engine" light, reduced performance and power or black exhauSTSmoke. The part can overheat when spark plug firing is off as well due to large amounts of unburned fuel to process. Cost of having the catalytic converter replaced in the Odyssey ranges between $1,200-$1,300 in parts and labor.