Q: How to service and repair the exhaust heat shields for the catalytic converter and muffler on Mercury Grand Marquis?
A: The initial step for exhaust heat shield and catalytic converter muffler repair begins by disabling the fire suppression system from the vehicle in case it exists. Put the vehicle on a hoist only during neutral gear operation. When conducting hoisting or jacking operations on air suspension vehicles the electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off first to stop sudden air springs behavior that could lead to shifting. Complete this operation by switching off the air suspension control if such functionality exists. Thoroughly check the exhaust system to identify heat shields that are loose or damaged or totally missing. Worm clamps F0TZ-5A231-A or W705949-S300 should be used to secure loose heat shields by cutting away extra ear material from the clamps. The system requires new heat shields for all missing or damaged components of the exhaust system. Set the air suspension switch to ON position after completing repairs when the system has this functionality. The vehicle requires fire suppression system recharging as its last maintenance step.