What is the construction and purpose of heat shields, connectors, and sleeves?

Heat shields, connectors, and sleeves are exhaust system parts installed near high-temperature sources and at pipe and exhaust section connection points. A typical shield consists of sheet metal or a layer of temperature-resistant material and mounting points, while the connector and sleeve are connecting elements matched to the diameter and shape of the pipes. Their purpose is thermal protection, maintaining airtightness, and stabilizing the entire system.

What are heat shields, connectors, and sleeves used for?

Heat shields, connectors, and sleeves are used to limit heat transfer and to safely join exhaust system components. Thanks to them, exhaust gases are routed tightly, and adjacent vehicle parts are not exposed to excessive heating. Their condition also affects noise levels, mounting stability, and connection durability during engine vibrations.

What is the construction and function of an exhaust sleeve?

An exhaust sleeve is a tubular element connecting two sections of an exhaust pipe or a repair section with an existing part of the system. It is used to achieve proper diameter matching, limit leaks, and stabilize the connection under thermal loads. Depending on the design, it works with a clamp, flange, or additional seal and must be selected according to the diameter and pipe routing.

How to choose the right part for a specific car version?

It is safest to compare the OEM number, interchangeable numbers, fuel type, and vehicle placement. It is also worth checking the body version, exhaust routing, and mounting method, as visually similar elements may differ in construction details. For parts mounted near the manifold or under the chassis, the shape of the shield and the arrangement of mounting holes are also important.

What symptoms indicate wear of heat shields, connectors, and sleeves?

The most common symptoms are metallic vibrations, increased noise, signs of exhaust leaks, and play at connections. In the case of shields, cracks, deformations, or torn-off mounting points may appear, and for connectors and sleeves, corrosion or leaks after the system warms up. Such symptoms should be verified during an inspection of the undercarriage and exhaust system.

How to take care of these elements after installation?

After installation, it is good to periodically check the condition of connections, clamps, and mounts, especially after the winter season and after repairs to other exhaust parts. You must remove accumulated dirt and react to the first signs of corrosion or play to prevent damage to adjacent elements. Regular inspection helps maintain airtightness and proper temperature management in the system.

Heat Shields, Wraps & Sleeves

At the Global Parts automotive store, we offer a wide selection of original used car parts including heat shields, connectors and sleeves for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen and others. The heat shields, connectors and sleeves we offer undergo quality control so that you can be sure that you are receiving a top-class product.

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€23.95

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€23.95

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€23.95

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€37.95

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€23.95

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€28.95

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€23.95

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€23.95

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Engine Heat Shield Renault Trafic II EGR Pipe Heat Resistant Plate 7185381R

€23.95

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Mercedes W166 C207 C213 Heat Shield Insulation Gearbox Housing Cover A2126821400

€47.95

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Land Rover Sport L494 Exhaust Heat Shield Cover Panel CPLA-6K738-AA

€23.95

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Volkswagen Tiguan 5N 2.0 TDI Engine Valve Cover Heat Shield 03L129969D

€23.95

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Mercedes W177 M260 Turbocharger Heat Shield Screening Plate Cover A2601420700

€23.95

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Mercedes W205 C43 3.0 Petrol Heat Shield Insulation A2761401434

€28.95

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Mercedes R231 M157 Screening Plate Heat Right O/S Isolation Shield A2312400145

€23.95

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BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 LCI M140i 340i Heat Resistant Plate 7643180

€32.95

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BMW E66 E67 Heat Shield Wrap Insulation Tunnel Tank Under Cover

€23.95

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Ford S-Max Engine Heat Insulation Heat Shield Cover Protection 9687051780

€23.95

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Audi A5 8T Heat Shield Thermal Insulation Protection Plate Covering 04L103954G

€23.95

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VW Volkswagen Amarok NF Heat Shield Engine Bracket Insulation Plate 2HJ199387A

€28.95

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Audi S1 8X A3 8V 2.0 Petrol Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Cover 06K129597C

€23.95

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Engine Heat Plate Mercedes W204 OM642 Right O/S Insulation Panel

€23.95

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Audi S4 B8 Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Plate Cover 06E253036P

€23.95

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BMW 7 Series E65 E66 Heat Insulation Shield Engine Support Right O/S 8238072

€23.95

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BMW X3 E83 Heat Resistant Plate Rear Axle Carrier 3400024

€23.95

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Audi RS3 8P TT 8J Q3 8U Exhaust Manifold Shield Cover Guard Panel 07K253041G

€51.95

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Volkswagen Golf Mk6 Caddy 1.6 TDI CAY Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield 03L129969AC

€23.95

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Audi A3 8P 1.9 TDI BLS Diesel Exhaust Manifold Turbo Heat Shield 03G129969A

€23.95

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Exhaust Manifold Shield BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 LCI B47 Heat Screen Plate 8513648

€23.95

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BMW G11 G12 G30 Stiffening Plate Front Axle Support With Cross-Member 6887547

€56.95

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Mercedes W213 A238 M276 Turbo Heat Shield Insulation Plate Left N/S A2760960368

€23.95

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Engine Heat Plate Mercedes W221 OM642 Left N/S Insulation Panel A6420902941

€23.95

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BMW F40 Mini F54 LCI F60 B48E Turbo Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Plate 9894940

€75.95

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Mercedes-Benz W169 Heat Shield Cover Plate Exhaust Manifold A6401400034

€23.95

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VW Volkswagen New Beetle 1.6 BFS Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield 06A253041AE

€23.95

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Mercedes W206 W254 Engine Heat Protection Shield Cover M254 A2541424100

€56.95

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BMW X2 F39 F46 LCI X1 F48 Turbo Heat Shield Protection Insulation Cover 8585809

€32.95

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BMW Mini Cooper F55 Fuel Tank Heat Insulation Shield Guard Panel 7316345

€32.95

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Mercedes W206 Turbocharger Heat Shield Sleeve Plate 254.915 A2541407200

€37.95

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Range Rover Evoque L551 Transmission Heat Shield Cover Panel M8D2-7M220-AB

€32.95

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Ford Puma ST Turbocharger Exhaust Heat Shield 1.5 EcoBoost JA6G-6K733-AA

€23.95

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Mercedes W246 Turbocharger Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Plate A6510960768

€23.95

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Mini R55 R56 LCI R60 R61 Diesel N47N Catalytic Converter Heat Shield 8509072

€23.95

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Renault Trafic III Turbocharger Heat Shield Turbo Protection Plate 144504493R

€23.95

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VW Volkswagen Tiguan 5N Turbocharger Heat Thermal Plate Panel 03L129969A

€28.95

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Mercedes W205 W213 M264 Heat Shield Screening Plate Cover Right O/S A2640183600

€23.95

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Manifold Heat Shield Mercedes W204 W221 OM642 Insulation Plate A6420903141

€23.95

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Heat Shield BMW E70 LCI E71 E82 E84 N55 Engine Exhaust Manifold Plate 8602958

€23.95

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Mercedes CLS C216 Engine Screening Heat Shield Right O/S 63 AMG A2212400545

€28.95

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Heat Shield Mercedes W204 W212 M276 Right O/S Screening Plate Cover A2761400834

€28.95

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Ford Fiesta Mk7 Exhaust Heat Shield Cover Isolation Panel Support CV21-9N454-AB

€23.95

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Mercedes W177 Petrol M282 Screening Plate Turbocharger Heat Shield A2821510800

€23.95

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Mercedes W204 W212 W213 M274 Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Plate A2741420420

€23.95

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Land Rover Discovery 4 L319 Heat Shield Cover 3.0 Diesel AH22-9H334-AB

€28.95

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Mercedes W177 Turbocharger Manifold Gasket Heat Shield Plate M260 A2601420000

€28.95

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Range Rover L322 Injector Cover Heat Shield Left N/S 3.6 TDV8 6H4Q-9S276-CE

€32.95

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Mercedes W176 OM607 Diesel Catalytic Converter Heat Plate Shield A6071410421

€23.95

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Heat Shield BMW G30 G31 X3 G01 Petrol Engine Exhaust Manifold Plate 8684919

€23.95

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Range Rover L322 Injector Cover Heat Shield Right O/S 3.6 TDV8 6H4Q-9S276-BD

€32.95

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Manifold Heat Protection BMW E90 E91 LCI F10 F11 F30 Exhaust Shield 8511809

€23.95

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Range Rover Sport L320 Exhaust Heat Shield Prottection Plate Left N/S WEB500421

€23.95

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Mercedes X156 Exhaust Tail Pipe Tip Cover Rear Left N/S A1564900127

€28.95

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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 5G Manifold Turbo Heat Shield Cover 04E253041AA

€23.95

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Mercedes W205 OM651 Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Screening Plate A6511420021

€23.95

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Heat Protection Shield BMW E90 E91 LCI F10 F11 Cover Plate 8511809

€23.95

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Ford Transit Connect Mk2 1.5 EcoBlue Heat Shield Cover Panel DT1Q-6K631-BB

€28.95

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Heat Shield BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 LCI G30 G31 Exhaust System Heat Plate 8589059

€28.95

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Ford Focus Mk3 Turbocharger Turbo Heat Shield Cover Panel CB5E-9N454-AD

€85.95

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Range Rover Evoque L551 Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Plate Cover M8D2-141413-EA

€23.95

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Heat Shield Mercedes W164 Diesel OM629 Engine Mount Heat Protection Left N/S

€37.95

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Heat Shield BMW X3M F97 X4M F98 Petrol S58 Turbocharger Plate Cyl. 1-3 8054862

€28.95

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BMW 7 Series E65 E66 Heat Insulation Engine Support Right O/S 7119988

€28.95

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Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 Turbocharger Heat Shield Cover G4D3-6K733-AB

€23.95

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Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 Turbo Exhaust Heat Shield Plate G4D3-9A462-GD

€28.95

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Heat Shield BMW G20 G30 X3 G01 Turbocharger Protection Plate Cover 8585811

€23.95

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BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Holder Heat Protection Sheet Right O/S 8269816

€23.95

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Mercedes W212 C218 W221 W222 Heat Shield Heat Insulation Cover A6420940985

€23.95

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BMW 7 Series E65 E66 Heat Insulation Shield Engine Support Left N/S 8238071

€23.95

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Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 Engine Bay Heat Shield Panel FK72-6N041-AB

€42.95

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BMW F20 F30 F32 N20 N26 Turbocharger Heat Resistant Shield Plate 7620956

€23.95

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Heat Shield Mercedes W205 X253 AMG Screening Plate Cover Panel A1771510745

€56.95

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Mercedes W177 Heat Shield Thermal Insulation Protection Plate Panel A6542260385

€51.95

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Heat Shield BMW F40 F44 Petrol B48 Exhaust Manifold Turbocharger Plate 8489630

€23.95

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Mercedes W639 W906 OM651 Heat Shield Cover Plate Exhaust Manifold A6511420420

€23.95

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Ford Transit Custom Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Protection 2.0 D KK2Q-9N454-AA

€23.95

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Jaguar XF X250 3.0 D Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Plate Cover 9X235A273AA

€28.95

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Audi A3 8V 1.4 TSI CMBA Petrol Engine Heat Thermal Shield Plate 5Q0407721A

€32.95

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Audi A3 S3 8Y Turbo Heat Shield Cover Plate 2.0 TFSI 06Q129597E

€23.95

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Audi A3 8V Heat Shield Thermal Insulation Protection Plate Covering 06K129597N

€23.95

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Heat Insulation Mercedes W177 Front Right O/S Shield Firewall Engine A1776208600

€56.95

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Range Rover Sport L494 Exhaust Outlet Manifold Heat Shield Cover LPLA141413AB

€23.95

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Mercedes W204 OM651 Heat Shield Exhaust Insulation Protection Plate A2044710787

€32.95

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VW Volkswagen Golf 8 1.5 eTSI Turbo Heat Thermal Shield Plate 05E253041N

€23.95

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Audi S5 8T Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Plate Cover 079253037B

€23.95

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BMW F10 F11 X3 F15 F25 Front Acoustic Cover Heat Insulation 8490570

€23.95

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