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Restore the factory-style manifold connection without cutting or welding
MagnaFlow 22-233 is an OEM Grade direct-fit manifold catalytic converter for supported Hyundai Kona 2.0-liter applications. It follows the original connection geometry and includes the gaskets and mounting hardware needed for the verified installation.
Key Features
- Exact 22-233 OEM Grade Federal EPA configuration
- Direct-fit manifold converter for supported 2018-2020 Hyundai Kona 2.0L models
- Mandrel-bent 16-gauge 409 stainless-steel tubing
- Spun stainless-steel converter body with ceramic substrate
- Single laser-fusion weld supports a compact, low-mass design
- One oxygen-sensor port
- No cutting or welding required for the correct application
- Not legal for sale or installation in California, Colorado, or New York
Fitment
| Year | Make | Model | Engine / Trim | Requirements and Exclusions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-2020 | Hyundai | Kona | 2.0L; SE or SEL | Confirm engine, emissions label, converter position, OE interchange 28510-2EKD0, and registration-state legality |
| 2020 | Hyundai | Kona | 2.0L; SEL Plus | Confirm engine, emissions label, converter position, OE interchange 28510-2EKD0, and registration-state legality |
| All supported applications | Emissions | Federal EPA | OBDII Federal or qualifying emissions configuration | Not CARB certified and not legal for sale or installation in California, Colorado, or New York |
Specifications
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | 22-233 |
| Series | OEM Grade |
| Type | One-piece direct-fit manifold catalytic converter |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Tube Material | 409 stainless steel |
| Tube Gauge | 16 gauge |
| Substrate | Ceramic |
| Inlet / Outlet | Flange / Flange |
| Overall Length | 13.75 inches |
| Converter Body Length | 4.5 inches |
| Sensor Ports | One |
| CARB Certified | No |
| OE Interchange | 28510-2EKD0 |
What's Included
- One MagnaFlow 22-233 direct-fit manifold catalytic converter
- Four nuts
- Two bolts
- Two washers
- Two flange gaskets
- Oxygen sensors, tools, and unrelated exhaust components are not included
About MagnaFlow
MagnaFlow develops application-specific exhaust components using 3D scanning and metrology to reproduce factory connection geometry. Its OEM Grade converters use corrosion-resistant construction and emissions-tested substrates for qualifying Federal EPA applications.
Related Parts
- Application-correct oxygen sensor when replacement is required
- Exhaust fasteners or heat shields not supplied with the converter
- Factory service components identified during inspection
- Replacement exhaust gaskets only when specified by the current service procedure
FAQ
What is the 22-233?It is an OEM Grade Federal EPA direct-fit manifold catalytic converter for the supported Hyundai Kona application.
Which vehicles does this converter fit?It fits supported 2018-2020 Hyundai Kona models with the 2.0-liter engine, subject to emissions and registration requirements.
Is this converter legal in California?No. MagnaFlow states it is not legal for sale or installation in California, Colorado, or New York.
Does installation require cutting or welding?No. The correct application uses the factory-style direct-fit flange connections.
What hardware is included?The kit includes four nuts, two bolts, two washers, and two flange gaskets.
Are oxygen sensors included?No oxygen sensor is represented as included. The converter has one sensor port.
What OE part does this interchange with?MagnaFlow identifies OE interchange 28510-2EKD0.
What material is used?The assembly uses stainless-steel converter components and 16-gauge 409 stainless-steel tubing.
What should be checked before ordering?Confirm the 2.0-liter engine, emissions label, converter position, registration state, and current MagnaFlow application data.
Installation Instructions
- Confirm the vehicle is a supported 2018-2020 Hyundai Kona with the 2.0-liter engine and a legal Federal EPA application.
- Verify the product label and MPN 22-233 before removing the original converter.
- Allow the exhaust to cool, disconnect the battery as required, and raise and support the vehicle using approved equipment.
- Disconnect the oxygen sensor and remove the original manifold converter according to the factory service procedure.
- Inspect mating surfaces, heat shields, sensor threads, and adjacent exhaust components before installation.
- Install the supplied flange gaskets, bolts, washers, and nuts in the specified locations without reusing damaged hardware.
- Reconnect the oxygen sensor, tighten fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer's specifications, and restore all removed shields and connections.
- Start the engine, check for exhaust leaks and warning indicators, and complete any required diagnostic verification.
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