Heat Shield: Service and Repair

Exhaust Muffler Heat Shield Replacement

Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle.





2. Remove the catalytic converter heat shield rear 2 bolts where the catalytic converter heat shield connects to the muffler heat shield.
3. Remove the remaining exhaust muffler heat shield bolts and remove the heat shield from the floor panel studs.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the muffler heat shield to the floor panel studs placing the muffler heat shield under the rear part of the converter heat shield.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Secure the muffler heat shield with 5 bolts.
^ Tighten the exhaust muffler heat shield bolts to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.).
3. Lower the vehicle.