Thanks for your suggestion w.r.t. my location. This is my 2nd car, and I probably wont use it under heavy rain anyway. Also SF, CA does not rain at all from April to November. Maybe the OEM is fine.
Terminology wise, on Scion's website, it is called mudguards. In the installation manual, it is called mud flaps. Part number is PU060-18013-P1.
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Originally Posted by Suberman
If you live where you get snow then fit a set because they will protect your car and keep snow and ice off the doors.
If you live where it rains frequently fit a set to keep the car cleaner for longer.
In your location I wouldn't bother. The bodywork is shaped correctly to work fine for occasional rain in a dry climate.
Having said that the factory flaps ("splash guards" according to Scion) are very nicely shaped and unobtrusive when installed. The more aggressive Rally Armour flaps are suitable for rugged winter conditions. I would not and did not fit them only because they are too big unless you feel you really need the extra protection.
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