FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Heat Shield: Description and Operation

Exhaust shields, consisting of formed metal sheets attach to the exhaust system or the dual converter Y pipe using various methods.

Exhaust shields are not subject to service other than:
- replacing missing or damaged attaching parts such as clamps or screws.
- removing debris that may collect in the shield area.

If an exhaust shield is damaged or shows evidence of deterioration. it must be replaced rather than serviced.