Sierra 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2006)
Heat Shield: Service and Repair
Exhaust Heat Shield Replacement - Dash Panel
Exhaust Heat Shield Replacement - Dash Panel
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Remove the exhaust heat shield nuts.
3. Remove the exhaust heat shield (1, 3) from the dash panel studs.
4. If removing the heat shield (3), remove the shield out thru the passenger side wheelwell.
Installation Procedure
1. If installing the heat shield (3), install the shield thru the passenger side wheelwell.
2. Install the exhaust heat shield (1, 3) to the dash panel studs.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the exhaust heat shield nuts.
Tighten the nuts to 9 Nm (80 inch lbs.).
4. Lower the vehicle.