WARNING: THE HEAT SHIELD MUST BE CLEANED OF ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATTER.Section 09-00: Exhaust System | 1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty, Bronco and Motorhome Chassis Vehicles Workshop Manual |
WARNING: THE HEAT SHIELD MUST BE CLEANED OF ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATTER.
Raise and support the vehicle. Heat shields are positioned around the catalytic converter and the bottom of the muffler (5230). Heat shields should be free from random bends that would bring any part of the shield into contact with the catalytic converter or muffler, causing a rattle.