Floor Panel Heat Shield Replacement

Floor Panel Heat Shield Replacement

Removal Procedure






1. Remove the exhaust manifold pipe, if necessary. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement, Service and Repair
2. Remove the catalytic converter, if necessary. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement, Service and Repair
3. Remove the exhaust front heat shield nuts.
4. Remove the exhaust front heat shield from the studs.






5. If vehicle is a regular cab pick-up truck, remove the exhaust heat shield nuts.
6. Remove the exhaust front heat shield (1) and/or the exhaust heat shield (2) from the studs.






7. If vehicle is a extended cab pick-up truck, remove the exhaust heat shield nuts.
8. Remove the exhaust heat shield (1, 2) from the studs.






9. If vehicle is a crew cab pick-up truck, remove the exhaust heat shield nuts.
10. Remove the exhaust heat shields from the studs.

Installation Procedure






1. If vehicle is a crew cab pick-up truck, install the exhaust heat shields to the studs.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the exhaust heat shield nuts. Tighten the exhaust heat shield nuts to 9 Nm (80 lb in).






3. If vehicle is a extended cab pick-up truck, install the exhaust heat shield (1, 2) to the studs.
4. Install the exhaust heat shield nuts. Tighten the exhaust heat shield nuts to 9 Nm (80 lb in).






5. If vehicle is a regular cab pick-up truck, install the exhaust front heat shield (1) and/or the exhaust heat shield (2) to the studs.
6. Install the exhaust heat shield nuts. Tighten the exhaust heat shield nuts to 9 Nm (80 lb in).






7. Install the exhaust front heat shield to the studs.
8. Install the exhaust front heat shield nuts. Tighten the exhaust heat shield nuts to 9 Nm (80 lb in).
9. Install the catalytic converter, if necessary. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement, Service and Repair
10. Install the exhaust manifold pipe, if necessary. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement, Service and Repair