GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the engine protection shield bolts and shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 707396  Size: SH
  4. Remove the exhaust heat shield nuts.
  5. Remove the exhaust heat shield from the dash panel studs (1, 3).

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 707396  Size: SH
  1. Install the exhaust heat shield to the dash panel studs (1, 3).
  2. Install the exhaust heat shield nuts.
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  4. Install the engine protection shield and bolts. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

  6. Lower the vehicle.