Spare Tire Heat Shield

REMOVAL 

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
2. Remove the spare tire.

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   1 - Spare Tire Heat Shield

   2 - Spare Tire Heat Shield Bolts

   3 - Push Pin Fasteners

   4 - Spare Tire Heat Shield Nuts

3. Remove the spare tire heat shield bolts securing the spare tire heat shield.
4. Remove the push pin fasteners.
5. Remove the spare tire heat shield nuts and the spare tire heat shield.

INSTALLATION 

1. Install the spare tire heat shield and tighten the spare tire heat shield nuts to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
2. Install the push pin fasteners.
3. Install the spare tire heat shield bolts securing the spare tire heat shield and tighten to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
4. Install the spare tire.
5. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
6. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair the exhaust leaks as necessary.