- Located between the fender and the tire
- Helps shield your vehicle from small rocks and other road debris
- Replace when cracked or broken
On your Nissan, the fender can help protect your undercarriage and wheels from debris on the roadway, protect nearby people or other cars from small pebbles that might deflect from your moving tires, and protect your vehicle if you're involved in a roadway accident.
For some Nissan models, the fender has multiple components, and one of those is the Fender Splash Shield (Right). Very often, the Nissan fender splash shield is attached to the wheel well, and sits in between the fender frame and your tire. All fender splash shields are tailor-made for a particular location on your vehicle: passenger-side front, passenger-side rear, driver-side front, or driver-side rear. Additionally, they're engineered with respect to the measurements of specific Nissan years and models.
With their carefully chosen position on your vehicle, the Fender Splash Shield (Right) serves as your first line of defense against incoming debris and contamination. As an example, if a truck speeds past your vehicle and kicks a rock up straight toward your wheel well, your Fender Splash Shield (Right) can help prevent the object from bouncing into the headlight assembly, braking system, or undercarriage of your Nissan. Additionally, the Fender Splash Shield (Right) may offer protection for those parts from weather, which could slow damage or corrosion.
Over time, when exposed to moisture, rain, ice, and road salt, your Nissan Fender Splash Shield (Right) can break down, which compromises the protection it offers to the undercarriage of your vehicle. Plus, it can have cracks or chips if you accidentally hit a curb or drive over a pothole while you're driving at a high speed. When broken, your Fender Splash Shield (Right) leaves that side of your vehicle exposed, and it will likely generate a flapping or grinding noise if a piece breaks off and flutters against the nearby tire.
The good news: replacing any of your vehicle's fender splash shields is easy and inexpensive. You'll need a replacement Fender Splash Shield (Right) that fits your Nissan seamlessly, so it's recommended that you order directly from Nissan Parts. Depending on your specific vehicle, the replacement process can vary a bit. In most cases, you'll need your Nissan owner's manual, a screwdriver, and some fasteners.
You'll start by letting your car cool down. Next, remove the bolts and clips that hold the fender shield on your vehicle now. If you plan to reuse the old bolts and clips, set these small pieces aside (usually, it's best to use new fasteners, in case the existing hardware is worn). Test the fitment of your Fender Splash Shield (Right) replacement by setting 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 the replacement Fender Splash Shield (Right) onto your Nissan! If you need help, stop by your nearest Nissan service site or dealership.
With a little bit of time and a made-to-fit Fender Splash Shield (Right), your beloved Nissan can hit the road again with confidence! Order genuine Nissan fender splash shields and other Body, Interior and Trim parts for your Nissan Altima today. Check out the What This Fits tab for additional details.
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