Product Description
Nissan Pathfinder 2010-2012 Stainless Gas Door Cover Trim (GC10527)
GC10527 is a one-piece polished stainless trim for the fuel door of the Nissan Pathfinder 4-door SUV, model years 2010 through 2012. Made in the USA from 304 stainless steel at 26 gauge.
The warning, up front
This piece is not a replacement cap, and the catalog flags it as "Not a replacement part." You must have the existing gas door on your Pathfinder to install it. It covers the outer face of your current door; the door itself, its hinge and the cap underneath all stay as they are.
Three model years
The fitment row is short: Nissan Pathfinder, 2010-2012, 4-door SUV. Confirm your year before ordering. The Fitment tab shows it. No other Pathfinder trim is cross-listed on this sheet.
What it's made of
Type 304 stainless, polished, at 26 gauge. It sits flat on the Pathfinder's door, and its brightness is polished metal, not plating.
How it goes on
On the 2010-2012 Pathfinder, the trim mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing gas door surface; nothing is drilled or removed. Per QAA, the tape will hold for a lifetime without damage to the Pathfinder's surface.
Check the door before you start
Because the trim sits on your existing fuel door, that door needs to be in good shape. Open and close it a few times. It should close fully and sit flush. Look at the paint on its face: chips, flaking or heavy oxidation should be dealt with first, because the tape bonds to the paint.
Prep
Wash the door face, rinse, and wipe it down with degreaser. Go over it twice if it's been waxed regularly. Let it dry.
Install, in five steps
- Close the fuel door.
- Hold the trim in place with the liner on and check for an even margin all around.
- Mark its position with a strip or two of painter's tape on the body beside the door.
- Peel the liner, align, and press firmly over the entire face.
- Press again after a minute, then open and close the door to check clearance.
The Installation tab has more on prep.
Why a gas door accent
It's one of the quickest polished upgrades you can make, a few minutes of work for a bright detail on the side of the SUV.
Ordering checklist
Confirm a 2010-2012 Pathfinder, confirm the gas door is present and closes properly, and compare the photos with your door.
Centering tip
The margin between the trim edge and the door edge is what people notice. Check it at the top, bottom and both sides with the liner on, and nudge until all four look the same before you press it down.
Weather
Install in mild, dry weather and keep the door dry overnight.
Care
Wash it with mild soap and a soft cloth, the same as the paint around it. Skip abrasive pads and polishing compounds, which can scratch polished stainless.
Questions
Pathfinder questions on GC10527 can go to Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811; Specs lists the UPC.
GC10527 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | GC10527 |
| UPC | 691821412877 |
| 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 | 2010-2012 Nissan Pathfinder |
| Not included | This is NOT a replacement gas cap or door; your existing gas door is required |
Fitment: GC10527
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan Pathfinder | 2010-2012 | 4-door, SUV |
Match the year, model, and body style in this table to your vehicle before ordering. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and 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: GC10527 Gas Door Cover Trim
Is this a replacement gas cap?
No. This is not a replacement cap or part. You must have the existing gas door to install it.
What does GC10527 fit?
The 2010-2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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.
