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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the exhaust muffler. Refer to Muffler Replacement (4.3L, 4.8L, and 5.3L Engines)  or Muffler Replacement (6.0L, 6.6L, and 8.1L Engines) .
  2. Remove the spare tire hoist. Refer to TIRE HOIST AND SHAFT REPLACEMENT in Tires and Wheels.
  3. If equipped with a 6 1/2 ft box, remove the exhaust heat shield bolts.
  4. Remove the exhaust heat shield.
    Fig 1: Removing Exhaust Heat Shield & Bolts (6 1/2 Ft Box)
    G02133657Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. If equipped with a 8 ft box, remove the exhaust heat shield bolts.
  6. Remove the exhaust heat shield.
    Fig 2: Removing Exhaust Heat Shield & Bolts (8 Ft Box)
    G02133658Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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