Product Description
2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse Chrome Tailgate Handle Cover, 1 Piece, No Key Hole or Camera Access (DH49166)
DH49166 is a one-piece chrome cover for the rear handle on the 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse, cataloged as a 4-door SUV. QAA's note is specific: "No key hole or camera access." The cover is molded from polished chrome-plated ABS plastic and imported.
Check your liftgate first
Because this cover has no openings, it is meant for a Traverse with neither a key cylinder nor a camera at the rear handle. Look closely at that area before ordering. If you see a lock or a camera lens, a solid cover would get in the way, so call us before you buy.
Cover or ring
QAA also lists DH49165 for the same SUV, a 1pc tailgate handle accent trim ring. The catalog treats them as different part types: this is a molded chrome-plated cover, while the ring is flat accent trim that frames the handle. Compare the photos to decide which look suits your Traverse.
Fitment
Chevrolet Traverse, 2009-2012, four model years, 4-door SUV. The Fitment tab shows the row exactly as QAA records it.
More Traverse parts
Also cross-listed: FV49165, a 2pc fog light trim set; RD49166, a 1pc rear deck accent listed at 3 inches wide; and SG49165, a 2pc front grille accent trim noted "Logo Extension Inserts." The deck accent pairs well with this cover at the back of the SUV.
Molded chrome
ABS is a tough molded plastic. Plated in chrome and polished, this cover gives the rear handle area a full, unbroken chrome surface, since it has no cutouts.
Installing
QAA mounts the cover with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle. Wash the area around the handle, degrease it, and let it dry completely. Hold the cover in place and center it by eye, looking from directly behind the vehicle. Then press firmly along the whole outline for several seconds. Avoid closing the liftgate hard or washing the SUV for a while. The Installation tab covers the details.
Centering without a reference
With no keyhole or camera opening to line up against, painter's tape is your friend. Mark the spot during the dry fit, then return to that mark when you mount the cover.
Why the rear handle
The liftgate handle is used every time cargo goes in or out, and it sits front and center in the rear view. Chrome there finishes the back of the SUV in a few minutes.
Conditions
Choose a dry, mild day out of direct sun. On a freshly waxed Traverse, spend longer with the degreaser, because wax keeps foam tape from gripping evenly. Let the vehicle sit overnight before driving in rain.
Care
After the tape has set, wash and dry the chrome with a soft towel and avoid abrasive pads.
Questions
For the chrome Traverse cover, ring 877-752-3811 and mention DH49166; the UPC is on Specs.
DH49166 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | DH49166 |
| UPC | 691821393848 |
| Part type | Tailgate Handle Cover |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Chrome Plated ABS plastic |
| Finish | Chrome plated |
| Coverage / notes | No key hole or camera access |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape |
| Origin | Imported |
| Fits | 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse |
Fitment: DH49166
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Traverse | 2009-2012 | 4-door, SUV |
Check your vehicle against every column here: year range, model, and body style all have to match. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse
- DH49165: 1-piece Tailgate Handle Accent Trim Ring
- FV49165: 2-piece Front Vent Accent
- RD49166: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
- SG49165: 2-piece Front Grille Accent Trim
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Tailgate Handle Cover
- Unpack the piece and hold it in position to confirm the fit before mounting it.
- Each piece mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, so clean and dry the mounting surface first; the tape needs paint or trim free of dirt and wax.
- Align the piece and press it firmly into place, working along its full length so the tape bonds evenly.
- Step back and check alignment before pressing along the full length of the piece.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: DH49166 Tailgate Handle Cover
Does DH49166 have a key hole or camera opening?
No. QAA notes it has no key hole or camera access.
Which vehicle does it fit?
The 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse 4-door SUV.
How is it different from DH49165?
DH49166 is a chrome-plated ABS cover. DH49165 is a stainless accent ring.
How many pieces?
One.
How does it attach?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
