Suspension: Service and Repair

Rear Axle Heat Shield Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Using a 0.64 cm (0.25 in) drill bit, drill the rear axle heat shield retaining rivets.
3. Remove the rear axle heat shield.

Installation Procedure





1. Using new rivets install the rear axle heat shield to the vehicle.
2. Lower the vehicle.