GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle . Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the exhaust system, if necessary.

  3. Object Number: 72787  Size: SH
  4. Remove the bolts retaining the heat shield to the frame.
  5. Remove the heat shield.
  6. It may be necessary to SLIGHTLY bend the heat shield for clearance to remove.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 72787  Size: SH
  1. Install the heat shield to the frame rail.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the heat shield bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the heat shield retainer bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

  5. Install the exhaust system, if necessary.
  6. Lower the vehicle.