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GM 12597917
Heat Shield, Driver Side

2003-2009 GM

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GM 12597917 Heat Shield, Driver Side
GM 12597917 Heat Shield, Driver Side
  • Part Description
    Shield-Exhaust Manifold Heat
  • Position
    Driver Side
  • Replaces
    12589905
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
  • Manufacturer's Notes
    This part is discontinued.
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    2004-2007 Buick RainierCXL, CXL Plus8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
    2003-2006 Chevrolet SSRBase8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
    2006-2009 Chevrolet TrailblazerBase, LS, LT, SS8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
    2003-2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXTLS, LT, North Face8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
    2005-2009 GMC EnvoyDenali8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
    2003-2006 GMC Envoy XLDenali, SLE, SLT8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
    2004-2005 GMC Envoy XUVSLE, SLT8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
    Warning: California's Proposition 65
  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Is this 12597917 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 12597917 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How to replace the LH exhaust heat shield on Chevrolet SSR? Posted by Customer
    A:
    The first step for replacing the left Exhaust Manifold heat shield entails eliminating the spark plugs from the system. You should begin by removing Exhaust Manifold heat shield bolts then taking out the shield from the Exhaust Manifold. Installation begins with referring to the fastener notice in service precautions followed by attaching the heat shield and nuts to the Exhaust Manifold while tightening the nuts to 9 nm (80 inch lbs.). Finally, reinstall the spark plugs.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What should be done after removing the oil level indicator tube and oxygen sensor for the 2004 Buick Rainier? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the 4 manifold heat shield nuts and take off the heat shield.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after raising it for the 2005 Buick Rainier? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the 5 bolts securing the heat shield to the floor panel studs and take the heat shield out of the vehicle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step in the process for the 2006 Buick Rainier? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reinstall the air cleaner outlet resonator.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step after installation for the 2007 Buick Rainier? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Lower the vehicle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step in the process for the 2007 Buick Rainier? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reinstall the air cleaner outlet resonator.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step after installing the heat shield for the 2004 Chevrolet SSR? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Finally, reinstall the spark plugs.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step after installing the heat shield for the 2005 Chevrolet SSR? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reinstall the spark plugs.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step after installing the heat shield for the 2006 Chevrolet SSR? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reinstall the spark plugs.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step after installing the new heat shield for the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Finally, reinstall the spark plugs.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to replace the catalytic converter heat shield for the 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for tightening the bolts for the 2006 GMC Envoy? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the bolts to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be removed after raising for the 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the exhaust pipe heat shield retainer and the exhaust pipe heat shield bolt.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step for installation if there is an additional heat shield for the 2008 GMC Envoy? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Start by installing the heat shield to the underbody and secure it with the two nuts, tightening them to 7 N.m (62 lb in).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step after securing the heat shield for the 2007 GMC Envoy? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Lower the vehicle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the final step after installing the exhaust muffler heat shield for the 2009 GMC Envoy? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Finally, reinstall the catalytic converter heat shield.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be removed after raising for the 2005 GMC Envoy? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the catalytic converter heat shield's rear 2 bolts where it connects to the muffler heat shield.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to replace the exhaust manifold heat shield on the LL8 (4.2L) for the 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the air cleaner outlet resonator.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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