Splash shield screws and retainer clips
I did some research and testing for replacements to keep on hand that were not purchased through the more expensive route of ordering from a dealership with the high shipping costs.
First, the shield is held in place by 6 phillips truss head style screws, 3 on each side, and 2 retaining clips that are fastened on the back towards the rear of the vehicle. The 6 side screws are simply screwed in and out, the proper procedure for the 2 retaining clips are, in removal, unscrew the inner portion till if is completely removed from the outer clip, then you pull or pry the outer clip free. To install, you do not screw it back in, you first push in the outer housing portion of the clip, and then push in the inner screw/push pin. This expands or spreads the end so it stays. If you want only original hardware, the OEM part numbers are: https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fit...7dc9f72a8f.jpg 90114-SE0-000 - screw https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fit...21ab5cd304.jpg 91514-TG1-T01 - retainer clip Here are the links to alternatives: screws:
https://www.amazon.com/Honda-Splash-Shield-Phillips-Screws/dp/B0040D0OLS/ref=pd_rhf_dp_s_all_spx_wp_0_4?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0040D0OLS&pd_rd_r=3e0a8736-a567-4e03-b359-5f41356904a9&pd_rd_w=r8Nog&pd_rd_wg=NI3Ih&pf_rd_p=fbf12e81-0f3a-494f-acdc-a6af96324f5b&pf_rd_r=GDZ60GJFEHXPRDJWS5YF&psc=1&refRID=GDZ60GJFEHXPRDJWS5YF
retainer clip I have ordered and tried both on the shield, the screws are oem identical, the clips were not, as they are circular and not square, however I don't think it matters, what matters is that the hole is 10 mm in diameter, as long as the head is larger than 10mm it will stay and I'm not sure the stem length size matters either. There's tons of generic style push pins that would probably work if you stick to that guideline, and the screws too can be found on many sites, though the clips in the link were tested and held, even when pulled upon. Hope this helps, as it seems there's a lot of information that needs to be sifted through to find about these screws and clips from various posts in other threads. |
when i did the GK's oil change, wondered why honda didnt just use the regular pull tab type plastic rivets. instead they used these tabs with the screw head in the middle. these end up cross threading often as there is so much sand and debris dat get caught up in the threads... usually prevents me from taking them off the car quickly.
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The last oil change I got the screws were still in (after retightening once) but the clips were gone, the guy put in two of the aftermarket round ones and thy have lasted longer than the oem.
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Originally Posted by kenchan
(Post 1354425)
when i did the GK's oil change, wondered why honda didnt just use the regular pull tab type plastic rivets. instead they used these tabs with the screw head in the middle. these end up cross threading often as there is so much sand and debris dat get caught up in the threads... usually prevents me from taking them off the car quickly.
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Y'all say splash shield, I say it's strictly for a tiny aerodynamic advantage....not worth the trouble that seems common enough on here....our used '15 "splash shield" was missing when we bought it, and I feel no need to replace it
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Originally Posted by Fuelish
(Post 1354472)
Y'all say splash shield, I say it's strictly for a tiny aerodynamic advantage....not worth the trouble that seems common enough on here....our used '15 "splash shield" was missing when we bought it, and I feel no need to replace it
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Would something like this work? Historically the plastic screws tend to strip out pretty fast.
https://www.amazon.com/uxcell%C2%AE-.../dp/B00CW9JKU8 |
Originally Posted by spets
(Post 1354479)
Would something like this work? Historically the plastic screws tend to strip out pretty fast.
https://www.amazon.com/uxcell%C2%AE-.../dp/B00CW9JKU8 |
Originally Posted by So it is
(Post 1354486)
As long as it's 10 mm I don't see why it wouldn't, I'm assuming these are easily removed by prying with a flathead? But yeah, the hole is 10 mm and as long as the head and the inserted end expands to be larger than 10 it should work.
im too impatient to be fiddling around with a stupid tab i guess. thing should just pop off quickly. |
3 days into owning the car, wife went over an elevated storm drain that had a rubber protector around it (raised what 3"?) I have a lowered accord so my mentality said HELL NO! But she went over it and I heard it just touch the underbody, a minute later splash shield was dragging...
How do people lower these? Im down 3.5" or more from stock height on coilovers in my 12 Accord and I have the same ground clearance as the stock 2015 Fit's splash shield! |
my other cars are much lower... u just have to be more careful, i suppose.
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Here are the links to alternatives:
Screw retainer clip Thank you for the retainer, clip, and screw link. Will definitely come in handy. |
bumping it up, for visibility, and for those who need this info
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The easy replacement I found was just to uses zip ties from Harbor Freight, You can get 100 for $1.99 and they won't come loose.
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Thanks for the great info.
Drove down a "path" at a friend's mountain cabin with lots of 4-6" rocks protruding, and gouged the shield backing up, tearing it at the front interface with the bumper. Here's what I've done to fix that
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Originally Posted by evilchargerfan
(Post 1421406)
bumping it up, for visibility, and for those who need this info
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Hello all,
I am new here and I am not a English native speaker so please forgive me if I do not use the correct words :-) I did change the light bulb at the main headlight the H4. When doing this I did find some garage's did not put back all the plastic clips. So I did a web search and did find this forum. Thanx guys! the info is really helpful. Now I know I need to buy the 10mm clips. I did even find a mechanical drawing of the car showing where to put which clip and screw. There is one thing I do not understand though. The screw at place F is gone. and there is only a hole I did put a screwdriver to feel if there is something which will hold the screw but there is nothing. Which part do I need so the screw will get some grip? When I take a look from the bottom to the top I see a black plastic part then I see metal and then some black plastic again. I did add some photos I hope this helps thanks for the help! https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fit...5f24cea03e.png drawing https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fit...f59d9852d9.png missing screw |
after 7 years of never removing the 2 rear "retaining clips" a giant puddle or the snow ripped the driver side off. Every one says its a 10mm hole so i got this at home depot (and some stainless screws and washers )and it installs OK and seems to hold, An easy fix for the less mechanically inclined. basically its a "rubber bolt" with a metal nut in it. I think it should work quite well and couldnt be easier to install, but should still blow out if required by snow pressure ( i hope)
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fit...09e34ea4b6.jpg |
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Could someone guide me on how to replace the engine guard screws by yourself. |
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