Caution: Refer to Exhaust Service Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Caution in the Preface section.

1. Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement .
2. Remove the nuts securing the heat shield to the floor panel.
3. Remove the catalytic converter heat shield.

1. Position the catalytic converter heat shield to the floor panel studs.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the nuts securing the heat shield to the floor panel.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

3. Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement .