Your Nissan fender's job is to provide protection for the wheels and undercarriage components from debris on the roadway, protect nearby people or other cars from small pebbles that may bounce off your moving tires, and protect your vehicle in the event of a roadway accident.
On quite a few Nissan models, the fender is made up of a few separate parts, and one of those is the Fender Splash Shield. Very often, your Nissan's fender splash shield is attached inside the wheel well, and is situated between the fender and the tire. Fender splash shields are made-to-fit for a particular location on your car: driver-side front, driver-side rear, passenger-side front, or passenger-side rear. They're also designed using the exact dimensions of particular Nissan models and years.
Due to their positioning in the wheel well, your Fender Splash Shield is your Nissan's first layer of protection from incoming debris and contamination. For instance, if a tall SUV drives past your vehicle and its tires send a rock right into your vehicle's wheel well, the Fender Splash Shield can help prevent the rock from bouncing into the undercarriage, brake system, or headlight assembly. Plus, this shield can help protect these parts from weather, which can help slow corrosion and wear.
As it ages and endures exposure to rain, ice, roadway salt and debris, your Nissan Fender Splash Shield may become worn, losing the protection it offers to your vehicle's undercarriage components. Plus, it can crack or break if you scrape a curb or drive through a pothole. If it's broken, your Fender Splash Shield exposes your vehicle to dangerous debris, and it could also make a flapping or grinding noise if a broken piece is pushed against the tires.
Here's the thing, though: replacing one of your vehicle's fender splash shields is fairly easy to do (and it's not expensive!). You need a Fender Splash Shield that will fit on your Nissan without any gaps, so it's a good idea to purchase directly from Nissan Parts. Depending upon what model and year you have, the steps for installation can vary a bit. Most of the time, you'll need the correct fasteners, a screwdriver, and your vehicle owner's manual.
Before you do anything else, start by giving your car a few minutes to cool. Then, take off the bolts and clips from your current fender shield. If you plan to reuse the old bolts and clips, set these small pieces aside (usually, it's advisable to use new fasteners, in case your old hardware has been damaged). To test the fit of your new Fender Splash Shield, set it in the appropriate position, ensuring any rivets and holes line up the notches and holes in the fender piece. After you've aligned everything, screw or clip your new Fender Splash Shield into place! If you need help, head to a nearby Nissan dealer or authorized service center.
With a few tools and an authentic Fender Splash Shield in your corner, you and your Nissan can get back to your adventures with confidence! Purchase your Nissan fender splash shields and automotive accessories for your Nissan straight from the source. This part fits your Nissan Maxima 2016-2021. Click on the What This Fits link to learn more.
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