Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 GMC Sierra, 2008 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2008 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Front & Rear Exhaust Heat Shield & Nuts

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Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (4.3L) or Catalytic Converter Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L) or Catalytic Converter Replacement (6.6L) .
If vehicle has a regular cab, remove the exhaust heat shield nuts.
Remove the exhaust front heat shield (1) and/or the rear exhaust heat shield (2) from the studs.

Fig 2: View Of Front & Rear Exhaust Heat Shield & Nuts

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If vehicle has extended cab, remove the exhaust heat shield nuts.
Remove the exhaust front heat shield (1) and/or the rear exhaust heat shield (2) from the studs.

Fig 3: View Of Front & Rear Exhaust Heat Shield & Nuts

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If vehicle has a crew cab, remove the exhaust heat shield nuts.
Remove the exhaust front heat shield (1) and/or the rear exhaust heat shield (2) from the studs.