Product Description
Chevrolet Traverse 2009-2017 Polished Stainless Gas Door Trim (GC49166)
GC49166 is listed for the Chevrolet Traverse 4-door SUV from 2009 through 2017, nine model years on one Fitment row. It's a single piece of 304 stainless steel, 26 gauge, with a polished finish, made in the USA, and it ships with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
GC49166 goes over the Traverse's gas door; it is not a replacement cap and not a replacement part. The 2009-2017 Traverse must keep its own fuel door, which this trim covers rather than replaces.
Three side molding inserts, three logo situations
The most interesting companions here are three four-piece rocker insert kits for the side molding, all 0.75 inches wide. What separates them is how they're cut around the badges on the molding:
- TH49165 is "Cut short on molding, to allow fitment for "GM & TRAVERSE" logo."
- TH49166 is "Cut long on molding, to allow fitment for "GM" logo."
- TH49167 is "Cut Long, No "GM" Logo, No "TRAVERSE.""
So before ordering an insert kit, look at your Traverse's side molding and note which badges it has: both, the GM logo only, or neither. That tells you which kit to choose. The gas door trim doesn't depend on any of this; it fits the SUV regardless.
The other pieces
PP49165 and PP49166 are pillar post sets with four and six pieces. QAA doesn't describe the additional pair, so check the photos or call. WQ49165 is a six-piece wheel well accent set and WZ49165 a four-piece wheel well fender trim molding. Those are two separate wheel well parts, so check the photos of each before choosing.
A quick first install
If several of these are planned for the Traverse, begin with the gas door trim. It's one flat piece with no logos to work around, so it takes only a few minutes and lets you see the polished finish against your Traverse's paint.
Mounting
GC49166 installs directly over the existing surface, with no drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle. Sound paint is what makes that work, so inspect the door for chalky or peeling clear coat, chipped edges, and bubbles, and repair them before installing. The door should latch and sit flush.
Installation
Wash, rinse and dry the door, then degrease the face until the cloth stays clean. Hold the trim on the closed door with the liner on and move it until the visible paint around it is even; mark the position with painter's tape. Peel the liner, align, and press firmly across the whole face, then again a minute later. Open the door slowly to make sure it clears. The Installation tab explains each step.
Finish and care
Polished 304 stainless is bright and reflective, and 26 gauge keeps the overlay slim. Install on a mild, dry day and let the tape set overnight. Clean with gentle soap and a soft cloth, and wipe off fuel drips.
Unsure which insert kit matches your Traverse's molding? Phone Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811, quote GC49166, and check Specs for the UPC.
GC49166 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | GC49166 |
| UPC | 691821261314 |
| Part type | Gas Door Cover Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2009-2017 Chevrolet Traverse |
| Not included | This is NOT a replacement gas cap or door; your existing gas door is required |
Fitment: GC49166
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Traverse | 2009-2017 | 4-door, SUV |
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 2009-2017 Chevrolet Traverse
- PP49165: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP49166: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH49165: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit
- TH49166: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit
- TH49167: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit
- WQ49165: 6-piece Wheel Well Accent Trim
- WZ49165: 4-piece Wheel Well Fender Trim Molding
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Gas Door Cover Trim
- Confirm your vehicle still has its original gas door. This trim mounts over it and does not replace it.
- 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 directly over the existing surface, 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: GC49166 Gas Door Cover Trim
Is GC49166 a replacement gas door?
No. It is not a replacement cap or replacement part. You must have the existing gas door to install this piece.
Which Traverse years fit?
The 2009-2017 Chevrolet Traverse 4-door SUV.
What is it made of?
Polished 304 stainless steel, 26 gauge, made in the USA.
Does it need drilling?
No. It installs directly over the existing surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
How long does the tape hold?
QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
Which side molding insert kit should I choose?
It depends on your molding badges: TH49165 allows for the GM and TRAVERSE logos, TH49166 for the GM logo, and TH49167 is for moldings with neither.
