Service Procedure

WARNING:
The exhaust system may be hot. Allow to cool down before inspection/repairs.

NOTE:
Exhaust system parts do not need to be removed for this inspection/repair.

1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.

2. Inspect the heat shields on the front exhaust tube for the following:

^ Heat shield contact with the exhaust tube.

^ Separated/missing band clamp(s).





^ Missing "stand-off" (see Figure 4).

3. If a heat shield is found contacting the exhaust tube, pry it away to allow a minimum 1 mm (.040 inch) space.

^ Road test the vehicle to verify the repair.

4. If a band clamp is separated or missing, install new band clamps as needed.











^ For band clamp(s) locations on your vehicle, refer to the pictures shown above.





^ If it applies: Position the band clamp(s) between the "dimples or on top where the "stand-offs" are located (see Figure 1 and 2 above).

> The "stand-offs" cannot be seen: They are welded on the underside of the heat shield.

> If the "stand-off" is missing, this bulletin does not apply.

5. Secure the band clamp with the hex bolt located on the side (or on top, if needed). See Figure 1 above for example.

WARNING:
Do Not install the hex bolt on the bottom of the exhaust tube.

^ Band clamp hex bolt torque: 4.0 - 5.5 Nm (0.4 - 0.56 Kg-m, 2.9 - 4.0 ft-lb)

6. After securing the band clamp, cut off the clamp's excess at the end.

^ Wrap the end of the band clamp over the hex bolt, and then cut off the excess band clamp within 5 mm (0.2 inches) past the hex bolt (see Figure 2 for example).

WARNING:
Be careful of sharp edges after cutting off the excess band clamp.

7. After band clamp(s) installation, road test the vehicle to verify the repair.