Installing Heat Shield - Lower Part

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Upper part of heat shield
Two outer Torx screws, M6 x 12 → Tightening torque: 10 Nm (7.5 ft. lb.)
Lower part of heat shield
Four outer Torx screws, M6 x 12 → Tightening torque: 10 Nm (7.5 ft. lb.)

Fig 1: Identifying Heat Shield (Side 1-3)
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

View of heat shield, side 4-6:

Upper part of heat shield
Two outer Torx screws, M6 x 12
Lower part of heat shield
Four outer Torx screws, M6 x 12

Fig 2: Identifying Heat Shield (Side 4-6)
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Install lower part of heat shield.
1. 1.1. Secure lower part of heat shield with four outer Torx screws (M6 x 12) and tighten screws to the specified tightening torque.
2. 1.2. Connect ignition coil plug for cylinders 5 and 6.
3. 1.3. Secure upper part of heat shield with two outer Torx screws (M6 x 12) and tighten screws to the specified torque.
Fit holder for rear silencer.
1. 2.1. Fit top holder using two Torx screws (M8 x 12).
2. 2.2. Fit bottom holder using two Torx screws (M8 x 25).
3. 2.3. Tighten the screws.
  → Tightening torque: 23 Nm (17 ft. lb.)
Install exhaust manifold.
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