Catalyst Shield: Service and Repair

Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the nuts (4) securing the heat shield to the underbody.
3. Remove the heat shield (5) from the underbody.




4. Remove the nuts (2) securing the heat shield to the underbody, if equipped.
5. Remove the heat shield (1) from the underbody, if equipped.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the heat shield (1) to the underbody, if equipped.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

2. Install the nuts (2) securing the heat shield to the underbody, if equipped.

Tighten the nuts to 7 N.m (62 lb in).





3. Install the heat shield (5) to the underbody.
4. Install the nuts (4) securing the heat shield to the underbody .

Tighten the nuts to 7 N.m (62 lb in).

5. Lower the vehicle.