- Located between the fender and the tire
- Helps shield your vehicle from small rocks and other road debris
- Replace when cracked or broken
The fender on your Nissan is designed to help protect your undercarriage and wheels from debris on the roadway, shield nearby people or other vehicles from small pebbles that may ricochet off your tires, and protect your vehicle's frame if you're involved in a minor collision.
On quite a few Nissan models, the fender has multiple components, and one of those is the Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front). Specifically, the Nissan fender splash shield can be found to the inside of the wheel well, and creates a barrier between the fender and the tire. All fender splash shields are tailor-made for specific fitment within your Nissan: driver-side front, driver-side rear, passenger-side front, or passenger-side rear. These shields are also engineered for use in specific Nissan years and models.
Because of where they're mounted within your wheel well, the Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) serves as your first layer of protection against damage from debris. As an example, if a tall SUV drives past your car and its large tires throw a pebble straight toward your wheel well, your Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) helps prevent the object from getting stuck in the headlight assembly, braking system, or undercarriage of your Nissan. Additionally, this shield can help protect these parts from the elements, which can help delay wear and tear.
Over time, when exposed to road salts, rain, ice, and heat, your Nissan Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) can degrade, which compromises the level of protection it can give to your vehicle's complex systems. Plus, it can have cracks or chips if you hit a curb by accident 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 generate a scraping or flapping noise if it is left to flutter against the tires.
But, the good news is that replacing one of the fender splash shields on your Nissan is easy and inexpensive. You need a Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) that attaches to your Nissa perfectly, so it's a good idea to purchase a genuine OEM part from Nissan directly. Depending upon what model and year you have, the replacement process may be slightly different. In most cases, you'll just need to have your Nissan owner's manual, a screwdriver, and some fasteners.
You'll start by allowing your car to cool down for several minutes. Next, remove the clips and bolts from your current fender shield. If you plan to reuse the old bolts and clips, stash them in a safe place until you need them again (typically, it's better to use 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 in the appropriate position, ensuring any rivets and holes match the notches and holes in the fender piece. Once you're confident about the placement, snap or screw the Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) into place and secure it! If you need help, visit a local Nissan dealer or authorized service center.
With a few tools and an authentic Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) in your corner, you and your Nissan can get back to your adventures in no time! Purchase your Nissan fender splash shields and additional parts and accessories for your Nissan Sentra today. Click on the What This Fits section for more info.
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