Heat Shield: Service and Repair
Exhaust Heat Shields - Catalytic Converter and Muffler1. WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be turned off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.
Turn the air suspension switch off.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
3. Inspect the exhaust system for loose, damaged or missing heat shields.
4. If heat shields are loose, install worm clamps.
^ Use one of these clamps: F0TZ-5A231-A or W705949-S300.
^ Trim off the excess ear of the worm clamp.
^ If the heat shields are missing or damaged, install new heat shields or exhaust system components as necessary.