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What is this section called and what does it do?


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954car
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May 10, 2015, 4:55 PM

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What is this section called and what does it do? Sign In

2003 Mitsubishi galant 2.4 130k miles

the link is not my car it's just to show the area i"m asking about.
http://oi61.tinypic.com/2mhzjx4.jpg

1.what is this part called and what does it do,
2.the top bolts are rusted out and there is a small hole next to one of them,. is there a way to patch it?


Hammer Time
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May 10, 2015, 6:25 PM

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That is a heat shield for the exhaust manifold. They tend to rust out at the bolt holes and will start rattling. You can buy a replacement at the dealer.



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954car
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May 10, 2015, 6:36 PM

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Cool thanks for the info.






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