Brake Splash Guard. Plate Baffle.
A shield used to contain the brake dust produced by the brake pads of a vehicle's disc brake calipers. This typically is mounted to the vehicle's wheel hub. Additionally, it functions as a splash guard to protect a vehicle's disc brake rotors from water, dirt and debris.
- Important part of braking system
- Protects brake components from dust and debris
- Replace if broken, corroded, or missing
The Brake Dust Shield is an essential part of your Nissan's braking system, however, many people overlook it. When you brake, the friction between the rotors and pads creates brake dust. As the name implies, the Brake Dust Shield helps shield your brake and suspension parts from this dust. It also helps shield them from moisture, dirt, sand, and more.
If debris builds up, it can cause quicker wear of your braking system and even brake failure. The Brake Dust Shield is particularly important for drivers who live in areas with salted roads because salt can lead to faster corrosion of essential braking and suspension parts.
When is it time to replace your Nissan Brake Dust Shield? If your Brake Dust Shield is bent, cracked, loose, rusted, or missing, a replacement is in order. Driving with a Brake Dust Shield that is damaged or missing might not cause immediate harm, but it could shorten your braking system's lifespan.
The Brake Dust Shield lives underneath a few layers of braking hardware, which can make it challenging to replace or install at home. Unless you are familiar and comfortable working with cars, we advise purchasing the the new part online and bringing your vehicle to the closest Nissan service center to have certified technicians replace the Brake Dust Shield.
You don't want to take any chances when it comes to the Brake Dust Shield and your braking system. Shop OEM parts to help find you get the right fit for your vehicle.
The Brake Dust Shield, part 411601W601, is compatible with Nissan Pathfinder 1998-2004. For more fitment information, and to make sure you are getting the correct part, look under the What This Fits tab.
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Fits QX4