Use the following procedure to service either the left or right heat shields.

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the fuel tank shield mount nut (2).
3. Remove the fuel tank shield mount bolt.
4. Remove the fuel tank shield (3).

1. Install the fuel tank shield (3).

Insert the fuel tank shield into the strap and over the strap stud.

2. Install the fuel tank shield mount bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the fuel tank shield mount bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

3. Install the fuel tank shield mount nut (2).

Tighten
Tighten the fuel tank shield mount nut (2) to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

4. Lower the vehicle.