WARNING: THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS VERY HIGH. NEVER WORK AROUND OR ATTEMPT TO SERVICE ANY PART OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM UNTIL IT HAS COOLED. USE SPECIAL CARE WHEN WORKING AROUND THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THESE UNITS HEAT TO A HIGH TEMPERATURE AFTER ONLY A SHORT PERIOD OF ENGINE OPERATION.

Exhaust Shields

Service and/or Replacement

Exhaust shields, consisting of formed metal sheets, are attached to the exhaust system or welded to the catalytic converter.

Exhaust shields are not subject to service other than replacing missing or damaged clamps and removing debris that may collect in the shield area. If an exhaust shield is damaged or shows evidence of deterioration it should be replaced rather than serviced.

Removal/Installation procedures are, in most cases, a matter of removing the shield attachments and shield. The muffler heat shields are clamped to the muffler body. The service catalyst shields are clamped to the catalyst shell assembly. New service clamps must be used to assemble. The illustrations indicate the types and proper positioning of exhaust shields.