California-Compliant Universal Catalytic Converter

MagnaFlow 444504 is a 2-inch universal California OBDII catalytic converter built for select front-position applications that require CARB compliance. It uses a stainless steel spun body with a ceramic substrate and a compact low-mass design to support thermal efficiency and corrosion resistance.

Compatible With 1995-2004 Subaru Impreza, 1996-2004 Subaru Legacy and Outback, 1998-2004 Subaru Forester, 2000-2001 Jeep Cherokee, 2000 Lexus RX300, 2000 Saturn LS2 and LW2, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, 2002-2004 Lincoln LS, and 2004 Ford Thunderbird front applications listed below.

• Universal 2-inch inlet and outlet, weld-on design
• Stainless steel body and tubing for corrosion resistance
• Round spun body construction with a single laser fusion weld
• Ceramic substrate for emissions control performance
• CARB Executive Order D-193-96 for listed vehicles in California and CARB-restricted states
• No oxygen sensor ports, air tubes, clamps, gaskets, hangers, or mounting hardware included

MagnaFlow California Grade Line Details

This part is from MagnaFlow’s California Grade CARB-compliant universal catalytic converter line. The 444504 is engineered for vehicles that need a legal replacement converter in California and other CARB-restricted states, provided the application matches the listed engine family and position requirements. Part number 444504 is a direct reference for buyers searching for a 2-inch universal California OBDII catalytic converter.

Fitment Details

• Fits 2004 Ford Thunderbird, front left and front right.
• Fits 2004 Lincoln LS, front left and front right.
• Fits 2004 Subaru Impreza, front.
• Fits 2004 Subaru Outback, front.
• Fits 2003 Subaru Legacy, front.
• Fits 2003 Subaru Outback, front.
• Fits 2002 Lincoln LS, front left and front right.
• Fits 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, front left.
• Fits 2002 Subaru Forester, front.
• Fits 2002 Subaru Outback, front.
• Fits 2001 Jeep Cherokee, front left and front right.
• Fits 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse, front left.
• Fits 2001 Subaru Forester, front.
• Fits 2001 Subaru Legacy, front.
• Fits 2001 Subaru Outback, front.
• Fits 2000 Jeep Cherokee, front left and front right.
• Fits 2000 Lexus RX300, front left and front right.
• Fits 2000 Saturn LS2, front.
• Fits 2000 Saturn LW2, front.
• Fits 2000 Subaru Impreza, front.
• Fits 2000 Subaru Outback, front.
• Fits 1999 Subaru Impreza, front.
• Fits 1998 Subaru Forester, front.
• Fits 1996 Subaru Impreza, front.
• Fits 1996 Subaru Legacy, front.
• Fits 1995 Subaru Impreza, front.

Installation Notes

Installation requires cutting and welding. Verify inlet and outlet diameter, converter position, and engine family before installation. This universal converter is a weld-on part, so proper alignment and exhaust fitment checks are important before final welding.

Quality Assurance

MagnaFlow builds this converter with stainless steel construction, a spun body, and a laser fusion weld to reduce leak potential and improve durability. It is tested to meet CARB guidelines for legal use on the listed vehicles in California and other CARB-restricted states.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.