How much does it cost to have the heat shield repaired?

A5703 · 10-24-2009, 05:45 AM

I am tired of the rattling and vibration I am hearing during acceleration. My 05 max only has 37k miles on it so I am hoping it is the heat shield and not the timing chain. If it is the heat shield, how much does it cost to repair/replace? I do not want to simply remove it as it is there for a reason. Your thoughts?

*redls1* · 10-24-2009, 06:11 AM

My thoughts are take it to a local mechanic and see or jack it up and take a look at it yourself. hmm

Hamchan · 10-24-2009, 07:58 AM

not worth replacing, just take it off. most will say this. Get under there and rip it off. good luck

Domestic Violence · 10-24-2009, 08:49 PM

mine rattled.

i installed a nice sized hose clamp around it and tightened it as much as i could.

rattle gone.

Oolatec · 10-25-2009, 12:16 AM

Just rip it off. It's useless.

1hawaii50 · 10-25-2009, 06:41 AM

If you insist on keeping it, DO NOT TAKE IT TO A MECHANIC. All they are going to do is put a large hose clamp around it. You can do this yourself for much cheaper.