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Installation Procedure

  1. Carefully install the fuel tank heat shield into position on the fuel tank.
  2. Install the heat shield retainers into position, then press to secure the retainers. Ensure that each of the retainers is fully seated.
  3. Install the LH fuel tank strap and strap bolts.
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Tighten the fuel tank strap bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  6. Remove the support from the fuel tank.
  7. Raise the exhaust into position and install the muffler insulator (3) to the underbody hanger.
  8. Install the exhaust extension pipe insulators (1, 2) to the underbody hangers.
  9. Fig 1: Locating Exhaust Extension Pipe Insulators
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  10. Lower the vehicle.