General body repairs, exterior

Removing and installing underbody heat shield

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Note The removal and installation procedures may have to be modified slightly depending on engine fitted.
Removing and installing underbody heat shield

Removing

  • Removing centre underbody panel → Chapter.
  • Removing front tunnel cross-piece -3- → Chapter.
  • Removing rear tunnel cross-piece -2- → Chapter.
  • Removing rear exhaust system → Rep. gr.26.
  • Detach lock washers -4- (qty. 6) and remove tunnel heat shield -1- to the back.

Installing

Installation is carried out in reverse order.

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