Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Removal (1.4L LUH and LUJ)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the 3 exhaust manifold heat shield bolts (1) and the washers.