For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

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

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

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the 4 nuts securing the heat shield to the floor panel.
3. Remove the exhaust pipe heat shield from the floor panel.

### Installation Procedure

1. Position the exhaust pipe heat shield to the floor panel studs.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the 4 nuts securing the heat shield to the floor panel.

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

3. Lower the vehicle.