I also looked for this part in my wheel well and guess what... not there. went to the dealer and every single max there "no protector". I showed the dealer the thread that was here a week ago and the didnt have a clue. Anyway i ordered the part "17290-2y000" for the protector and "01553-09321" for the clips and received them today. with parts in hand went to the service dept. and they payed for them "COOL" anyway i installed it myself since the next appt was 1 week away. thanx guys for the part numbers and the info....

 

all 2001 and maybe i am not sure late 2000 models have no protectors...you have to order them and let the dealer install it or you can do it...but i rather give it to the dealer cuz it easier..hehe