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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Exhaust Heat Shield (6 1/2 Ft. Box)
    GM707418Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Remove the exhaust muffler. Refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement (4.3 L, 4.8 L, and 5.3 L Engines) , Exhaust Muffler Replacement (6.0 L, 6.6 L, and 8.1 L Engines) .
  2. Remove the spare tire hoist. Refer to Spare Wheel Hoist Replacement .
  3. If equipped with a 6 1/2 ft box, remove the exhaust heat shield bolts.
  4. Remove the exhaust heat shield.
  5. Fig 2: Exhaust Heat Shield (8 Ft. Box)
    GM707422Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. If equipped with a 8 ft box, remove the exhaust heat shield bolts.
  7. Remove the exhaust heat shield.