Exhaust Heat Shield Replacement

Exhaust Heat Shield Replacement

Special Tools

J-45059 - Angle Meter

Removal Procedure




1. If equipped with a 2.4L engine remove the exhaust manifold pipe. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement ([1][2]Catalytic Converter Replacement) or Exhaust Pipe Replacement (Exhaust Pipe Replacement).
2. If equipped with a 3.5L or 3.6L engine, remove the catalytic converters. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side (Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side) and Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side).
3. Separate the first two muffler insulators from the hangers and support the muffler pipe.
4. Remove the left frame bolts (4).
5. Remove the left frame reinforcement (3).




6. Remove the heat shield nuts.
7. Remove the heat shield.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the heat shield to the underbody and the dash panel.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the heat shield nuts and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).




3. Install the left frame reinforcement (3).
4. Install the left frame bolts (4). Tighten the bolts to 100 Nm (74 lb ft) plus an additional 90 degrees using the J-45059 - meter.
5. Raise the muffler pipe into position and install the first two muffler insulators onto the hangers.
6. If equipped with a 3.5L or 3.6L engine, install the catalytic converters. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side (Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side) and Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side).
7. If equipped with a 2.4L engine, install the exhaust manifold pipe. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement ([1][2]Catalytic Converter Replacement).