Exhaust System: Shields-Heat: Removal

Fig 1: Muffler Heat Shield

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - MUFFLER HEAT SHIELD

2 - MUFFLER HANGERS

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the screws and nuts holding the heat shields (1) to the frame and floor pan. Be sure to disconnect both oxygen sensor connectors. 
3. Slide the heat shield (1) out around the exhaust system.