Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
In order to avoid being burned, do not service the exhaust system while it is still hot. Service the system when it is cool.
CAUTION:
Always wear protective goggles and gloves when removing exhaust parts as falling rust and sharp edges from worn exhaust components could result in serious personal injury.
CAUTION:
Eye protection must be worn when drilling rivets to reduce the chance of personal injury.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Drill out the rivets.
- Lower the heat shield until the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) clips can be disconnected.
- Disconnect the HO2S clips from the heat shield.
- Remove the heat shield.