For 1990-2009 cars

Callout | Component Name
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#### Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the exhaust muffler. Refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement.
2. If equipped, remove the fuel tank protector. Refer to Fuel Tank Protector Replacement.

1 | Fuel Tank Strap Fastener Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section. Tighten 20 N·m (15 lb ft)
2 | Fuel Tank Strap

#### Procedure

Move the fuel tank strap down and out of the way.

3 | Fuel Tank Heat Shield Retainer (Qty: 2)

#### Procedure

Release both the fuel tank heat shield retainers.

4 | Fuel Tank Heat Shield