Product Description
Chrome Tailgate Handle Cover for 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, 1 Piece (DH45994)
DH45994 is a one-piece chrome tailgate handle cover for the 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota pickup. QAA lists it for both 2-door and 4-door Dakotas in those seven model years. It is molded from polished chrome-plated ABS plastic and imported.
Any Dakota cab
The fitment row reads Dodge Dakota, 2005-2011, 2-door and 4-door pickup truck. Because the part goes on the tailgate, it is listed for both cab configurations. The Fitment tab shows the row exactly as cataloged.
A single piece
Although the catalog files it as a tailgate handle cover kit, the kit is one piece. That makes the install about as simple as trim gets: one surface to clean, one cover to place. The catalog does not give its exact outline, so the product photos show how it fits the handle.
Tailgate lock
There is no key access note for this cover, so the catalog does not say whether it has an opening for a tailgate lock. If your tailgate has a key cylinder, compare it with the photos or call us before you buy.
Matching the doors
QAA cross-lists DH45990, an 8pc chrome door handle cover kit for the 4-door Dakota, and WZ45990, a 4pc wheel well fender trim molding set. With the door covers and this tailgate cover together, every handle on a four-door Dakota wears matching chrome.
Material
The cover is ABS plastic, chrome plated and polished. Molded to shape, it gives the handle area a full chrome surface, which sits well next to a chrome rear bumper.
Installing
The Dakota cover mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, which QAA says will hold for a lifetime without damaging the vehicle's surface. Road spray builds up around a tailgate handle, so prep the area well:
- Wash the tailgate around its handle.
- Degrease, then let it dry completely.
- Lower the tailgate if that gives you a better view.
- Hold the cover over the handle and center it before pressing.
- Then press firmly along its full outline.
Go easy on the Dakota's tailgate and hold off washing the truck for a while; the Installation tab covers the details.
Centering tip
With just one piece, alignment is the whole job. A strip of painter's tape on the paint can mark the spot during the dry fit, so you can return to it when mounting.
Why the tailgate
The tailgate handle sits in the middle of the rear view and gets used every time the bed is loaded. A chrome cover there is a quick way to sharpen the back of the truck.
Care
After the tape has bonded, wash and dry the chrome with a soft towel, and skip abrasive pads that could scratch the plating.
Catalog note
Although the listing notes call it a "Door Handle Cover," this is a tailgate handle cover. The title, category and photos all show the tailgate part for the Dakota.
Questions
Dakota owners with a question about DH45994 can reach Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811. For the tailgate cover's barcode, see Specs.
DH45994 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | DH45994 |
| UPC | 840251602321 |
| Part type | Tailgate Handle Cover Kit |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Chrome Plated ABS plastic |
| Finish | Chrome plated |
| Coverage / notes | Door Handle Cover |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape |
| Origin | Imported |
| Fits | 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota |
Fitment: DH45994
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Dodge Dakota | 2005-2011 | 2-door, 4-door, Pickup Truck |
Fitment is listed exactly as QAA catalogs it. Confirm the body style as well as the year and model. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Tailgate Handle Cover Kit
- 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: DH45994 Tailgate Handle Cover Kit
Which trucks does DH45994 fit?
The 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2-door and 4-door pickup.
How many pieces?
One.
Does it have a key opening?
The catalog does not say. Check the photos or call us.
What is it made of?
Polished chrome-plated ABS plastic, imported.
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.
