Heat Shield: Testing and Inspection

Exhaust Heat Shields

NOTE: 3.0L engine shown, 2.3L engine similar.





1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.





2. Inspect the exhaust system for loose or missing heat shields or foreign material trapped between the heat shields and the exhaust system components.
3. If any heat shields are loose, install heat shield clamps.
^ Use one of these clamps: F0TZ-5A231-A or W705949-S300.
^ Trim off the excess ear of the clamp.
4. If the heat shields are missing, install new heat shields or exhaust system components as necessary.
5. If a rattle, noise or buzz condition persists, install a new heat shield.