Protector FR.
Fender Splash Shield.

• 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 INFINITI, the fender can provide protection for your undercarriage and wheels from flying debris, protect pedestrians and other cars from any rocks that may bounce off your tires, and minimize damage to your vehicle in the event of a roadway accident.

On quite a few INFINITI models, the fender has multiple components, including a Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front). Specifically, the fender splash shield on your INFINITI is mounted to the inside of the wheel well, and creates a barrier between your tire and the rest of the fender. All fender splash shields are tailor-made for a particular location on your car: driver-side front, driver-side rear, passenger-side front, or passenger-side rear. They're also made using the exact dimensions of particular years and models of INFINITI vehicles.

Due to their positioning in the wheel well, the Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) serves as your INFINITI's first layer of protection from incoming debris and contamination. As an example, if a truck drives past your vehicle and kicks a rock up right into your vehicle's wheel well, your trusty Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) helps prevent the debris from getting stuck in the headlight assembly, braking system, or undercarriage of your INFINITI. Plus, this shield can provide a barrier for these components from weather, helping prevent premature corrosion and wear.

As it ages and endures exposure to moisture, rain, ice, and road salt, your INFINITI Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) may become worn, losing the protection it offers to your vehicle's complex systems. Additionally, it may have cracks or chips if you hit a curb by accident or drive through a pothole. If it's broken, your Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) leaves that side of your vehicle exposed, and it will probably create an annoying scraping or flapping noise if a broken piece is pushed up against a tire.

The good news: installing a replacement for the fender splash shields on your INFINITI is fairly easy to do (and it's not expensive!). You'll need a replacement Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) that attaches to your INFINITI without any gaps, so it's a good idea to order an authentic part from INFINITI Parts. Depending on your specific vehicle, the steps for installation may vary slightly. In most cases, you'll just need to have a screwdriver, fasteners, and your INFINITI owner's manual.

You'll start by letting your car cool down. Next, remove the bolts and clips that hold your current fender shield. If you'll be reusing the same ones, stash them in a safe place until you need them again (usually, it's better to use new fastening pieces, in case the existing hardware is worn). To test the fit of your new Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front), set it in the appropriate position, carefully checking that all rivets and holes are aligned with the holes on your fender. Once everything is aligned, screw or clip your new Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front) into place! For help with this process, head to a local INFINITI retailer or authorized service center.

With a little bit of time and an OEM replacement Fender Splash Shield (Right, Front), your beloved INFINITI can hit the road again with confidence! Buy top-quality INFINITI fender splash shields and other Body, Interior and Trim parts for your INFINITI straight from the source. This part fits your INFINITI M35 or INFINITI M45. Check out the What This Fits tab to learn more.

Fits M35, M45