I had the cat removed with a hammer and long cold chisel then sleeved internally so that it passes the visual exam. It was to add extra beef to the exhaust note and as it's a UK model it only has one pre cat lambda sensor so no ECU tinkering necessary. The emissions always pass the MOT test so...
Check Engine Light at 2500 RPM
I've a '97 80 Series FZJ 4.5 VX Auto (175k miles) that has started to give the "check engine" light if I accelerate past 2.5k RPM. This has no noticeable effect on general running, it is still a thirsty beast and the light goes off when I stop and switch off...