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Exhaust Muffler Heat Shield Replacement



Exhaust Muffler Heat Shield Replacement
Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Exhaust Service Caution in Service Precautions.

Caution: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.





2. Remove the 3 nuts securing the heat shield to the floor panel.
3. Remove the exhaust muffler heat shield from the floor panel.

Installation Procedure





1. Position the exhaust muffler heat shield to the floor panel studs.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the 3 nuts securing the heat shield to the floor panel.
Tighten the heat shield nuts to 9 Nm (80 inch lbs.).
3. Lower the vehicle.