- 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 provide protection for the wheels and undercarriage components from flying debris, shield pedestrians and other cars from rocks and pebbles that might deflect from your moving tires, and protect your vehicle in case of a minor collision.
In many Nissan models, the fender consists of multiple components, including a Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front). Specifically, the fender splash shield on your Nissan is attached inside the wheel well, and creates a barrier between your tire and the rest of the fender. Fender splash shields are made-to-fit for a particular location on your vehicle: passenger-side front, passenger-side rear, driver-side front, or driver-side rear. They're also designed with respect to the measurements of particular Nissan models and years.
Because of where they're mounted in the wheel well, your Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) is the first layer of protection against incoming debris and contamination. As an example, if a truck drives past your car and its tires send a rock into your wheel well, your trusty Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) helps prevent the object from bouncing into the undercarriage, brake system, or headlight assembly. Plus, this shield can offer protection for those parts from the elements, which can help delay damage or corrosion.
As it ages and endures exposure to rain, ice, roadway salt and debris, your Nissan Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) can degrade, which negatively affects the level of protection it can give to the undercarriage of your vehicle. Keep in mind, it may also crack or break if you accidentally hit a curb or drive through a pothole. A broken Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) leaves that side of your vehicle exposed, and it will likely create an annoying grinding or tapping sound if a piece breaks off and flutters up against a tire.
Here's the thing, though: installing a replacement for your vehicle's fender splash shields is easy and inexpensive. You need a Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) that will fit on your Nissan seamlessly, so it's a good idea to order a genuine OEM part from Nissan directly. Depending on your vehicle model and year, the steps for installation may vary slightly. Most of the time, all you need is a screwdriver, fasteners, and your Nissan owner's manual.
Begin by letting your car cool down. Next, remove the bolts and clips that hold the old fender shield. If you're planning to reuse the fasteners, stash them in a safe place until you need them again (usually, it's best to go ahead and buy new ones, in case your old hardware has been damaged). To test the fit of your new Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front), set it inside your wheel well, checking to be sure that all rivets and holes match the notches and holes in the fender piece. Once you're confident about the placement, bolt or snap the replacement Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) onto your Nissan! For help with this process, head to a local Nissan service center.
With a few tools and a made-to-fit Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front), your Nissan can get back to your adventures with peace of mind! Purchase your Nissan fender splash shields and automotive accessories for your Nissan Sentra today. Click on the What This Fits tab for more info.
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