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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 653 (ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFLOOR PANEL HEAT SHIELD REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the exhaust manifold pipe, if necessary. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement (6.0, 6.6, and 8.1L Engines) .
Remove the catalytic converter, if necessary. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (4.3L, 4.8L, and 5.3L Engines) or Catalytic Converter Replacement (6.0L and 8.1L Engines) .
Remove the exhaust front heat shield nuts.
Remove the exhaust front heat shield from the studs.

Fig 1: Removing Exhaust Front Heat Shield & Nuts
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If vehicle is a regular cab pick-up truck, remove the exhaust heat shield nuts.
Remove the exhaust front heat shield (1) and/or the exhaust heat shield (2) from the studs.

Fig 2: Removing Exhaust Front Heat Shield, Exhaust Heat Shield & Nuts (Regular Cab)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
If vehicle is a extended cab pick-up truck, remove the exhaust heat shield nuts.
Remove the exhaust heat shield (1, 2) from the studs.

Fig 3: Removing Exhaust Heat Shield & Nuts (Extended Cab)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
If vehicle is a crew cab pick-up truck, remove the exhaust heat shield nuts.
Remove the exhaust heat shields from the studs.

Fig 4: Removing Exhaust Heat Shield & Nuts (Crew Cab)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.