Heat Shield: Service and Repair

Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement (LAT or LE5) (2.4L)

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement).
2. On the LAT engine, remove the air cleaner bracket nuts (1).
3. Remove the air cleaner bracket.




4. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield studs (2).
5. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield (1).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield (1).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield studs (2) and tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb ft).




3. On the LAT engine, install the air cleaner bracket.
4. Install the air cleaner bracket nuts (1) and tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb ft.
5. Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement).