I noticed on the Polo that next to the rear silencer, there is a metal sheet that flaps about when driving. I can not see anything in the Haynes manual that shows that.
Is there anything next to the exhaust like a heatshield or so, or is this just an outer layer of the exhaust box itself that came away?
Interesting enough, the supplying dealer has a work sheet that shows that the exhaust was inspected / approved as well (well, there is a tick box next to it). Unfortunately, the dealer is 45 minutes drive away so a bit annoying to just pop down.
Metal part next to rear exhaust box
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Re: Metal part next to rear exhaust box
There is a heat shield above the exhaust if thats what your asking mate
Re: Metal part next to rear exhaust box
I have attached a picture to make it more clear.
I could not see a heatshield in the Haynes manual though?

I could not see a heatshield in the Haynes manual though?

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Re: Metal part next to rear exhaust box
The heatshield is the silver bit above. What you are talking about was part of your exhaust mate - time for a new one!
Re: Metal part next to rear exhaust box
Warranty , here I come 
