Exhaust leak ?

[BoOsTiN]

Sounds like I have an exhaust leak so I started poking around the engine bay.
I pulled back the heat shield and it looks like im missing a stud/bolt??
Probably a stupid request but can someone confirm we are supposed to have 10 and not 9 studs? Also, notice some of the studs do not appear to be studs but bolts?? Is using a combo of studs and bolts normal ? This is the first time ive removed the heat shield and taken a look.
Lastly, on the right side of the head where it meets the manifold, there appears to be some type of white chalky type of build up. Could this be a sign of an exhuast leak ? The left side of the head is completely clean.
I appreciate any assistance.

 

[BlkZoomZoom]

Yes you are missing a bolt. Take it to a dealer so that they can replace it and more than likely your exhaust manifold gasket.

 

[BoOsTiN]

Thats what I figured. Just wanted a 2nd opinion.
Thanks man,

 

[Spooled]

Ha, I just found mine to be backed halfway out yesterday! It was the exact same bolt, too. Weird.

 

[orng1]

alright is it just me or does everyone else keep loosing the bolts to he heat shield. I've never taken them off and I have repklaced one of them and tightened it good.
just frustrating reminded me when everyones talking about loosing bolts. thanks for leting me vent.