- 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 provide protection for the wheels and undercarriage components from incoming road debris, protect pedestrians and other vehicles from small pebbles that may bounce off your tires, and protect your vehicle if you're involved in a roadway accident.
For some Nissan models, the fender consists of multiple components, and one of those is the Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front). To get more specific, the fender splash shield on your Nissan is attached to the inside of the wheel well, and is situated in between the fender frame and your tire. Fender splash shields are custom designed to fit only in certain locations on your vehicle: passenger-side front, passenger-side rear, driver-side front, or driver-side rear. These shields are also designed with respect to the measurements of particular Nissan models and years.
Due to their positioning within your wheel well, your Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) is your first layer of protection against flying rocks or debris. As an example, if a truck speeds past your car and its large tires throw a pebble straight toward your wheel well, your Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) helps prevent the object from getting stuck in the undercarriage, brake system, or headlight assembly. Additionally, the Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) may offer protection for those parts from outside elements, which can help prevent premature corrosion and wear.
With time and exposure to moisture, rain, ice, and road salt, your Nissan Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) can break down, losing the protection it offers to your vehicle's undercarriage components. Keep in mind, it may also crack or break if you scrape a curb or encounter a sizable pothole. When broken, your Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) leaves that side of your vehicle exposed, and it could also create an annoying grinding or tapping sound if a broken piece is pushed against the nearby tire.
Here's the thing, though: installing a replacement for your Nissan's fender splash shields is affordable and easy to handle. You'll need a replacement Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) that will fit on your Nissan seamlessly, so it's recommended that you buy an authentic part from Nissan Parts. Depending on your specific vehicle, the steps for installation may vary slightly. For most vehicles, all you need is your Nissan owner's manual, a screwdriver, and some fasteners.
Before you do anything else, start by giving your car a few minutes to cool. Then, remove the bolts and clips from your current fender shield. If you're planning to reuse the fasteners, set these small pieces aside (typically, it's advisable to use new ones, in case your old hardware has been damaged). Dry fit the new Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) by holding it in the appropriate position, carefully checking that all holes and rivets match the notches and holes in the fender piece. Once you're confident about the placement, screw or clip your new Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) into place! For professional installation, visit your nearest Nissan dealer or authorized service center.
With a little bit of time and an OEM replacement Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front), your beloved Nissan can be back up to speed in no time! Purchase your Nissan fender splash shields and additional parts and accessories for your Nissan Versa today. Click on the What This Fits link to learn more.
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Fits Versa (2012 - 2014)