Heat Shields: Removal

Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the screws and nuts holding the heat shields to the frame and floor pan. (Fig 1, Fig 2 or Fig 3 ). When- removing muffler heat shield, the muffler front rear support hangers must be removed first. (Fig 4). Be sure to disconnect both oxygen sensor connectors.

Fig 1: Identifying Front & Rear Floor Pan/Converter Shields
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Fig 2: Identifying Rear Compartment/Tailpipe Heat Shield
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Fig 3: Identifying Left & Right Dash Heat Shield
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Fig 4: Identifying Muffler Heat Shield
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Slide the shield out around the exhaust system.