Author Topic: Removal of deflector in rear wheel arch  (Read 1203 times)

MartinJG

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Removal of deflector in rear wheel arch
« on: August 16, 2026, 12:28:24 PM »
I want to remove the rubber deflectors in the rear wheel arches to check the condition underneath and treat the metal with Dinitrol if necessary. I call them 'deflectors' because I cannot think of any other purpose they serve other than a trap for dirt and moisture. Do the little round caps simply prize off? They seem quite flimsy so I don't want to damage anything. Any help on this appreciated. Thanks all.

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Re: Removal of deflector in rear wheel arch
« Reply #1 on: Today at 08:55:17 AM »
Plastic fixings , used here and on other for other fixings such as engine undertrays,  are quite prone to breaking on removal. There is a fair chance you will break at least one.

Its a good idea to obtain some replacements of the correct type before starting the job ,rather than have the car unusable, or not fully secured ,until you can get some.    Sods law if you have replacements you wont break any, but its not a bad idea fitting some new ones rather than reusing  old mangled ones.

Unfortunately genuine Honda replacments may be quite expensive for what they are  but you can probably find compatible aftermarket ones much cheaper.
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