- 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 your wheels and undercarriage from debris on the roadway, protect pedestrians and other vehicles from any rocks that may bounce off your moving tires, and protect your vehicle if you're involved in a minor collision.
On quite a few Nissan models, the fender has several distinct parts, including a Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front). To get more specific, the fender splash shield on your Nissan can be found to the inside of the wheel well, and is situated in between the fender frame and your tire. All fender splash shields are tailor-made to fit only in certain locations on your Nissan: driver-side front, driver-side rear, passenger-side front, or passenger-side rear. Additionally, they're engineered for use in particular years and models of Nissan vehicles.
Because of where they're mounted within your wheel well, your Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) is the outermost layer of defense from incoming debris and contamination. For example, if a tall SUV drives past your car and its tires send a rock into your wheel well, the Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) can stop the object from affecting the brakes, headlight or tail light assemblies, or undercarriage. And, the Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) may provide a barrier for these components from the elements, helping delay wear and tear.
As it ages and endures exposure to road salts, rain, ice, and heat, your Nissan Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) can break down, which negatively affects its ability to protect your vehicle's undercarriage components. Keep in mind, it may also break or detach if you hit a curb by accident or drive through a sizable pothole. When broken, your Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) can leave part of your vehicle vulnerable to debris, and it will likely make a grinding or tapping sound if it is left to flutter up against a tire.
But, the good news is that replacing one of the fender splash shields on your Nissan is inexpensive and simple to do. You need a Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) that will fit on your Nissan seamlessly, so it's wise to order an authentic part from Nissan Parts. Depending upon what model and year you have, the replacement process can vary a bit. For most vehicles, you'll just need to have your Nissan owner's manual, a screwdriver, and some fasteners.
Begin by giving your car a few minutes to cool. Then, remove the bolts and clips from the old fender shield. If you're planning to reuse the fasteners, set these small pieces aside (whenever possible, it's advisable to use new fasteners, in case the existing hardware is worn). To test the fit of your new Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front), set it in the appropriate position, checking to be sure that all holes and rivets line up the notches and holes in the fender piece. Once you're confident about the placement, bolt or snap your new Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front) into place! For help with this process, head to a nearby Nissan service site or dealership.
With a few tools and an OEM replacement Fender Splash Shield (Left, Front), you and your Nissan can hit the road again in no time! Purchase your Nissan fender splash shields and automotive accessories for your vehicle now. This part will fit your Nissan Xterra. Click on the What This Fits link for additional details.
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