How to Install Mud Flaps on ZEEKR 7X (No Drilling)
Custom OEM mud flaps are top exterior protective accessories for ZEEKR 7X, blocking mud, gravel, road debris and rain splash to protect original wheel fender, car paint and rear bumper. Most ZEEKR 7X overseas owners worry about body drilling, paint damage and warranty void during aftermarket accessory installation. This official NiceEVS tutorial shares 100% no-drilling, damage-free DIY installation steps, suitable for all 2023-2026 ZEEKR 7X LHD and RHD right-hand drive versions.
This matched ZEEKR 7X mud flap kit reserves original car factory mounting positions completely, no extra hole punching, no body modification, no paint scratch. Total installation time costs only 15 minutes, no professional repair tools or auto modification experience required for beginner EV owners.
Pre-Install Preparation & Package Check
Before installation, check full accessory package: 4pcs ZEEKR 7X dedicated mud flaps, original matched screws, fixed buckle gaskets and anti-rust pads. Prepare a cross screwdriver only, no electric drill or cutting tools needed.
Tips: Park ZEEKR 7X on flat ground, turn front wheels outward properly to expose wheel well inner screws, clean wheel fender dust, mud and sand first for tighter fitting.
Step-by-Step No-Drilling Installation Process
Step 1: Disassemble original factory reserved plastic buckles and fixed screws on ZEEKR 7X front & rear wheel liner, keep original factory screws for reuse.
Step 2: Align exclusive ZEEKR 7X mud flap reserved holes with vehicle original screw positions, fit 1:1 OEM radian without gap and offset.
Step 3: Clip anti-wear gaskets between mud flap and car body to avoid driving vibration paint wear.
Step 4: Reset original vehicle screws and matched auxiliary bolts, tighten all fittings moderately (do not over-tighten to avoid plastic liner cracking).
Step 5: Check overall fitting, test wheel steering and tire clearance, confirm no friction, no shaking and no abnormal driving noise.
Common Installation Mistakes to Avoid
1. Do not drill new holes: It will destroy body anti-rust layer, cause long-term chassis rust and void new car warranty.
2. Do not ignore gaskets: Missing buffer pads lead to mud flap rattling during high-speed driving.
3. No universal mud flap modification: Only dedicated ZEEKR 7X mud flaps fit wheel radian, avoid tire rubbing risk.
4. Unified LHD/RHD installation method, no difference for overseas right-hand drive models.
Post-Install Benefits
After correct no-drill installation, the custom ZEEKR 7X mud flaps fit original car body seamlessly, no bulge, no weird modification trace. It effectively reduces gravel impact on car paint, prevents muddy splash on door lower skirt, lowers daily exterior cleaning frequency, and improves original vehicle exterior sporty texture.
Final Tips
We provide model-exclusive ZEEKR 7X exterior accessories without universal parts. You can check our previous article about Custom OEM Fit Trunk Mats for ZEEKR, XPENG, GEELY & AION EV Models for more EV protective parts. Purchase dedicated ZEEKR 7X mud flaps from NiceEVS, finish damage-free installation by yourself, and upgrade your EV exterior protection easily!