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Dodge Caliber. Manual - part 1122
SHIELDS HEAT
DESCRIPTION
Heat shields (1), are needed to protect both the vehi-
cle and the environment from the high temperatures
developed in the vicinity of the catalytic converter.
CAUTION: Avoid application of rust prevention
compounds or undercoating materials to exhaust
system floor pan heat shield on cars if equipped.
Light over-spray near the edges is permitted.
Application of coating will greatly reduce the effi-
ciency of the heat shields resulting in excessive
floor pan temperatures and objectionable fumes.
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
2. Remove fasteners attaching heat shield.
3. Remove heat shield (s)
INSTALLATION
1. Position heat shield(s) to underbody.
2. Install heat shield fasteners.
3. Inspect heat shield to exhaust system clearances
and adjust as necessary. For clearance specifica-
tions (Refer to 11 - EXHAUST SYSTEM - SPECI-
FICATIONS).
4. Lower vehicle.
5. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
6. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. Make the necessary adjustments, if
needed.
PM
EXHAUST SYSTEM
11 - 13