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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 599 (ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSEXHAUST HEAT SHIELD REPLACEMENT - DASH PANELREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Removal Procedure

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Engine Shield & Bolts

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Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the engine shield bolts and shield, if necessary.

Fig 2: View Of Oil Pan Skid Plate & Bolts

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For 1500 series vehicles, remove the oil pan skid plate bolts and skid plate, if equipped.

Fig 3: View Of Oil Pan Skid Plate & Bolts

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For 2500 series vehicles, loosen the 2 rear oil pan skid plate bolts, remove the 2 front oil pan skid plate bolts and skid plate, if equipped.
Remove the catalytic converter, if required. Refer to one of the following:
- Catalytic Converter Replacement (with Exhaust Clamp)
- Three-Way Catalytic Converter Replacement

Fig 4: View Of Dash Panel Exhaust Heat Shield & Nuts

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Remove the dash panel exhaust heat shield nuts (2 or 4).
Remove the dash panel exhaust heat shield (1 or 3) from the dash panel studs.

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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.