AP Exhaust 641461 Catalytic Converter with Integrated Exhaust Manifold - Front or Left

Direct-Fit Manifold Converter for Hyundai and Kia

AP Exhaust 641461 is a direct-fit catalytic converter with integrated exhaust manifold built for select Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, Kia Forte, Kia Forte Koup, and Kia Rondo applications. It combines a stainless steel body with a ceramic substrate and OE-style dimensions for a precise replacement on covered Federal and EPA emissions applications.

AP Exhaust’s Direct Fit Converter w/ Manifold line focuses on OE-matched fitment and efficient converter construction. For buyers searching for a 2011-2016 Kia Optima catalytic converter with manifold or a 2009-2010 Hyundai Sonata front converter, this part number 641461 is built to match the original layout and connection points.

Key Features

• Part number: 641461
• Part type: catalytic converter with integrated exhaust manifold
• Body material: stainless steel
• Substrate material: ceramic
• Federal / EPA direct-fit manifold design
• 7-bolt welded inlet and 2-bolt welded outlet
• Includes inlet gasket and outlet gasket
• Outlet hardware included
• Two O2 sensor ports
• Overall length: 12.75 in.

Product Details

This AP Exhaust converter is engineered with ARISTO substrate chemistry and modern manufacturing methods to support consistent converter loading and OE-dimension accuracy. The result is a replacement manifold converter that aligns with factory-style exhaust routing on select Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima, Forte, Forte Koup, and Rondo models. AP Exhaust 641461 is a practical choice when replacing a failed manifold converter on Federal emissions vehicles that require direct-fit geometry and sensor-port placement.

What This Part Helps Address

• Check engine light related to catalyst efficiency
• Restricted exhaust flow from a deteriorated converter
• Exhaust leaks at the manifold-to-pipe connection
• Failed emissions inspection on covered Federal applications
• Noise or odor caused by a damaged converter assembly

Installation Notes

• Verify exact year, engine, emissions package, and position before ordering.
• Fits 2011-2016 Kia Optima, N/A and left; direct fit, Federal emissions.
• Fits 2011-2015 Hyundai Sonata, front; direct fit, Federal and California emissions.
• Fits 2012-2015 Kia Optima, front; direct fit, Federal and California emissions.
• Fits 2010-2013 Kia Forte, front; direct fit, PZEV & SULEV, manifold unit.
• Fits 2007-2008 Kia Rondo, front; direct fit converter w/ manifold.
• Use the included gaskets and outlet hardware as specified for the application.
• Confirm O2 sensor port alignment and exhaust flange orientation during installation.

Quality Assurance

AP Exhaust builds this converter to exact OE dimensions using automated production equipment and spinner welding processes for consistent fitment and repeatable assembly quality. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.