Heat Shields: Removal

Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the screws and/or nuts holding the heat shields to the frame and/or floor pan (Fig 1 ) and (Fig 2 ).

Fig 1: Removing Muffler Heat Shield - Rear
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Fig 2: Removing/Installing Muffler Heat Shield - Middle
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When removing muffler heat shield, the muffler front support bracket must be removed first.
Slide the shields out around the exhaust system.