What does the Acura powertrain warranty cover?

Catalytic converter theft has happened quite a bit in my neighborhood, and I want to do something to protect mine. I’m thinking of getting a skid plate, but I need to do some math and see if the cost makes sense for my budget. How much is a skid plate to protect a catalytic converter?

I’ve been having car problems lately, and my brother who’s studying to be a mechanic thinks I might need to replace my transfer case. How much does it cost to replace a transfer case?

There has been a ton of road construction in my area this year, and some tar has gotten on the sides of my car. I have heard that you can damage your paint if you leave it there—or if you use the wrong thing to try to remove it. So, how do I get the tar off my car without ruining the paint?