Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Exhaust Heat Shield

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the exhaust heat shield.
Install the exhaust heat shield bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Install the exhaust muffler. Refer to Muffler Replacement (4.8L and 5.3L Engines) or Muffler Replacement (6.0L and 8.1L Engines) .