- Located between the fender and the tire
- Helps shield your vehicle from small rocks and other road debris
- Replace when cracked or broken
Your Nissan fender's job is to help in safeguarding the wheels and undercarriage components from incoming road debris, shield nearby people or other vehicles from rocks and pebbles that may bounce off your spinning tires, and protect your vehicle if you're involved in a collision or "fender bender."
For some Nissan models, the fender is made up of several distinct parts, one of which is the Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front). To get more specific, your Nissan's fender splash shield is attached inside the wheel well, and sits between your tire and the rest of the fender. Fender splash shields are made-to-fit for a particular location on your car: passenger-side front, driver-side front, passenger-side rear, and driver-side rear. These shields are also made for use in particular Nissan models and years.
Due to their positioning in the wheel well, the Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) serves as your Nissan's first line of defense against flying rocks or debris. As an example, if a tall SUV drives past your car and kicks a rock up into your wheel well, your trusty Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) can help prevent the object from bouncing into the brakes, headlight or tail light assemblies, or undercarriage. Plus, the Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) may provide a barrier for these components from weather, helping prevent premature wear and tear.
With time and exposure to moisture, rain, ice, and road salt, your Nissan Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) can degrade, which negatively affects its ability to protect your vehicle's undercarriage components. Additionally, it may have cracks or chips if you scrape a curb or drive through a pothole while you're driving at a high speed. A broken Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) exposes your vehicle to dangerous debris, and it will likely create an annoying grinding or tapping sound if a piece breaks off and flutters up against a tire.
The good news: installing a replacement for 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 fits your Nissa perfectly, so it's recommended that you buy an authentic part from Nissan Parts. Depending on your vehicle model and year, the process of installing your new part can vary a bit. For most vehicles, you'll just need to have the correct fasteners, a screwdriver, and your vehicle owner's manual.
Begin by allowing your car to cool down for several minutes. Next, remove the bolts and clips that are attached to the fender shield on your vehicle now. If you're planning to reuse the fasteners, stash them in a safe place until you need them again (usually, it's better to purchase new fasteners, just in case the old components are worn out). To test the fit of your new Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front), set it inside your wheel well, carefully checking that all holes and rivets are aligned with with the ones in your fender. Once you're confident about the placement, bolt or snap the replacement Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) onto your Nissan! If you need help, visit a nearby Nissan service site or dealership.
With the right tools and a made-to-fit Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front), your beloved Nissan can get back to your adventures in no time! Buy top-quality Nissan fender splash shields and additional parts and accessories for your Nissan Versa today. Check out the What This Fits link for more info.
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