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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Chevy K Silverado - 4WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Exhaust 🢒 Exhaust Heat Shield Replacement - Dash Panel

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 707396 Size: SH
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking 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

    Object Number: 707396 Size: SH
  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.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the exhaust heat shield nuts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  4. Lower the vehicle.