The fender on your Nissan is designed to help protect the wheels and undercarriage components from debris on the roadway, protect nearby people or other vehicles from small pebbles that may ricochet off your spinning tires, and protect your vehicle's frame in the event of a minor collision.
On quite a few Nissan models, the fender is made up of several distinct parts, and one of those is the Fender Splash Shield. Specifically, the fender splash shield on your Nissan is attached to the inside of the wheel well, and creates a barrier between your tire and the rest of the fender. Fender splash shields are custom designed for specific fitment within your car: driver-side front, driver-side rear, passenger-side front, or passenger-side rear. These shields are also made for use in particular Nissan models and years.
Because of where they're mounted within your wheel well, the Fender Splash Shield serves as the outermost layer of defense against flying rocks or debris. For example, if a tall SUV drives past your car and its tires send a rock into your wheel well, the Fender Splash Shield helps prevent the object from bouncing into the undercarriage, brake system, or headlight assembly. And, this shield can provide a barrier for these components from the elements, which can help slow wear and tear.
With time and exposure to road salts, rain, ice, and heat, your Nissan Fender Splash Shield can degrade, which compromises its ability to protect the undercarriage of your vehicle. Plus, it can crack or break if you accidentally hit a curb or encounter a sizable pothole. If it's broken, your Fender Splash Shield can leave part of your vehicle vulnerable to debris, and it could also create an annoying scraping or flapping noise if a piece breaks off and flutters up against a tire.
But, the good news is that installing a replacement for your Nissan's fender splash shields is affordable and easy to handle. You'll need a replacement Fender Splash Shield that will fit on your Nissan without any gaps, so it's wise to purchase directly from Nissan Parts. Depending on your vehicle model and year, the steps for installation can vary a bit. In most cases, you'll just need to have a screwdriver, fasteners, and your Nissan owner's manual.
Begin by letting your car cool down. Then, remove the clips and bolts from the fender shield on your vehicle now. If you'll be reusing the same ones, stash them in a safe place until you need them again (usually, it's advisable to use new fasteners, in case the existing hardware is worn). Test the fitment of your Fender Splash Shield replacement by setting it in the appropriate position, carefully checking that all rivets and holes are aligned with the notches and holes in the fender piece. Once you're confident about the placement, bolt or snap your new Fender Splash Shield into place! For professional installation, head to a nearby Nissan service center.
With a little bit of time and an OEM replacement Fender Splash Shield, your Nissan can be back up to speed in no time! Buy top-quality Nissan fender splash shields and other parts 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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