Fits: 1996–1999 Ford Taurus 1996–1999 Mercury Sable Magnaflow444023Catalytic Converter Direct FitMagnaFlow California Grade CARB Compliant Direct-Fit Catalytic Converter 444023 helps keep the check engine light off. DIY installation is easy with the proper tools (no cutting or welding required). With features including mandrel-bent tubing to eliminate flow restrictions and stainless steel construction to resist corrosion, you can have confidence in the quality of this catalytic converter. Using state-of-the-art 3D scanning systems in the design process, the MagnaFlow metrology department ensures this new part to fit and function like the original equipment. This direct-fit catalytic converter is designed to fit the 1996-1999 Ford Taurus and 1996-1999 Mercury Sable. This replacement part is designed to meet or exceed California Air Resource Board requirements, and has undergone additional testing to comply with CARB guidelines to allow for legal use in California and CARB restricted states, for the listed vehicles.MagnaFlow California 40000 catalytic converters are the first series in a new line of converters designed for vehicles with second-generation OBDII systems. Designed, tested, and catalogued for specific vehicles, these are not traditional universal converters. These converters have higher efficiency than conventional strict California requirements for conversion efficiency and durability, and most are direct-fit requiring no bending, cutting, or welding.