- Located between the fender and the tire
- Helps shield your vehicle from small rocks and other road debris
- Replace when cracked or broken
The fender on your Nissan is designed to help in safeguarding the wheels and undercarriage components from debris on the roadway, protect nearby people or vehicles from rocks and pebbles that might deflect from your tires, and minimize damage to your vehicle in the event of a minor collision.
On quite a few Nissan models, the fender consists of multiple components, including a Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front). Very often, your Nissan's fender splash shield is mounted to the inside of the wheel well, and sits between the fender and the tire. Fender splash shields are custom designed for specific fitment within your vehicle: driver-side front, driver-side rear, passenger-side front, or passenger-side rear. Additionally, they're designed with respect to the measurements of specific Nissan years and models.
Due to their positioning on your vehicle, your Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) is your outermost layer of defense against incoming debris and contamination. As an example, if a truck drives past your car and kicks a rock up straight toward your wheel well, the Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) can stop the object from bouncing into the headlight assembly, braking system, or undercarriage of your Nissan. Additionally, the Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) may help protect these parts from weather, which can help prevent premature corrosion and wear.
With time and exposure to moisture, rain, ice, and road salt, your Nissan Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) may become worn, which compromises the protection it offers to the undercarriage of your vehicle. Keep in mind, it may also have cracks or chips if you hit a curb by accident or drive through a sizable pothole. When broken, your Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) 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.
The good news: replacing one of the fender splash shields on your Nissan is fairly easy to do (and it's not expensive!). You need a Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) that will fit on your Nissan seamlessly, so it's recommended that you purchase a genuine OEM part from Nissan directly. Depending on your specific vehicle, the process of installing your new part may be slightly different. In most cases, all you need is the correct fasteners, a screwdriver, and your vehicle owner's manual.
Before you do anything else, start by letting your car cool down. Then, take off the bolts and clips that hold the fender shield on your vehicle now. If you plan to reuse the old bolts and clips, set them aside for a few minutes (usually, it's advisable to go ahead and buy new fasteners, in case the existing hardware is worn). Test the fitment of your Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) replacement by setting it inside your wheel well, ensuring any rivets and holes line up the holes on your fender. After you've aligned everything, bolt or snap the Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) into place and secure it! For help with this process, head to a nearby Nissan service center.
With a little bit of time and an OEM replacement Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front), your beloved Nissan can get back to your adventures with confidence! Order genuine Nissan fender splash shields and additional parts and accessories for your vehicle now. This part will fit your Nissan Altima. Click on the What This Fits link for more info.
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