[09EX4WD]

Planning to replace the catalytic converter heat shield soon to get rid of a rattle that's developed. Already have all the parts, just looking for a free weekend.

Just wondering, does the O2 sensor need to be removed in order to get the old heat shield off? Or is there a way to easily unplug the O2 sensor and fit the plug through the hole in the heat shield?

 

[09EX4WD]

Here's a picture of the heat shield. Am I correct in thinking that it won't come off without the O2 sensor being removed?

 

[Coastie05]

It sure looks that way.

 

[Blue12EXL]

I would think you could unplug the sensor and pull the connector through. ( just a guess )

 

[09EX4WD]

I would think you could unplug the sensor and pull the connector through. ( just a guess )

Hopefully.

If not, I might just cut a small slit in the heat shield in order to replace it without having to deal with removing the O2 sensor. I'd rather not mess with the sensor if possible.

 

[Buffalo4]

When you replace that O2 sensor, you have to unplug it and the connector is way smaller than that hole. Not difficult. Unplug the sensor, remove the shield , install the new shield, reconnect the sensor.
Buffalo4

 

[09EX4WD]

When you replace that O2 sensor, you have to unplug it and the connector is way smaller than that hole. Not difficult. Unplug the sensor, remove the shield , install the new shield, reconnect the sensor.
Buffalo4

Awesome. Exactly what I needed to know. Thanks.

 

[Coastie05]

When you replace that O2 sensor, you have to unplug it and the connector is way smaller than that hole. Not difficult. Unplug the sensor, remove the shield , install the new shield, reconnect the sensor.
Buffalo4

That's some good info right there. I'm definitely not going to forget that.