Product Description
Cadillac XTS 2013-2019 Sedan Stainless Gas Door Trim (GC53245)
The fitment for GC53245 is straightforward: the Cadillac XTS 4-door sedan, 2013 through 2019, seven model years on one row. The cross-listed parts are another story, and they're worth understanding before you plan anything else for your car.
First, the part itself. One polished piece of American-made 304 stainless, 26 gauge, forms the XTS trim. Its tape is 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam. It is not a replacement cap and not a replacement part, and you MUST have the existing gas door to install this piece. The stainless is an overlay for the door already on the XTS.
Now the sibling list. Every part with details on this sheet is tagged for a coachbuilt hearse or limousine rather than the standard sedan:
- PP53220, ten pieces, for the 6-door S&S Superior Limousine.
- PP53221, six pieces, for the Accubuilt Hearse, and PP53222, ten pieces, for the Accubuilt Hearse Limousine.
- PP53237, six pieces, for the Federal Heritage Hearse.
- PP53238, six pieces, for the Eagle Kingsley Ultimate Hearse, and PP53239, eight pieces, for the Eagle Echelon Hearse.
- PP53240, four pieces, for the S&S Superior Hearse.
Seventeen more part numbers follow without any details on this sheet. If you own a standard XTS sedan, don't assume any of these pillar kits fit it; they're tied to specific conversions. And if you're fitting out a hearse or limousine, call to confirm this gas door trim as well, since those conversions aren't on its Fitment row. Only the sedan is listed here.
For a standard XTS, though, the gas door trim is simple. It installs directly over the existing surface, with no drilling, and QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle. Check the door's paint first, because the tape bonds to it. Peeling or cloudy clear coat, chipped edges and blisters should be repaired, and the door should shut flush.
For a standard XTS sedan, check the model year on the registration before ordering, and call us if it falls outside the row. After that, the job is short. Clean the door with soap and water and dry it, finishing with degreaser. Try the trim in position with the liner still on until there's an even margin of paint all the way around, and mark that spot with painter's tape. Then peel the liner, set the trim down to the marks, and press it hard over its whole face, with a second press a minute later. Open the door slowly to confirm it clears. The Installation tab walks through it.
The polished 304 surface is bright and mirror-like, and the thin 26 gauge sheet sits close to the door. Install on a mild, dry day and let the tape set overnight before any water. For upkeep, use mild soap and a soft cloth, and wipe away fuel splashes.
Whether your XTS is a standard sedan or a conversion, Quality Automotive Trims can help at 877-752-3811. Mention GC53245. The UPC is on the Specs tab.
GC53245 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | GC53245 |
| UPC | 757565504398 |
| 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 | 2013-2019 Cadillac XTS |
| Not included | This is NOT a replacement gas cap or door; your existing gas door is required |
Fitment: GC53245
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac XTS | 2013-2019 | 4-door, Sedan |
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 2013-2019 Cadillac XTS
- PP53220: 10-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP53221: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP53222: 10-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP53237: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP53238: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP53239: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP53240: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP53241: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
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: GC53245 Gas Door Cover Trim
Is GC53245 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 XTS fits?
The 2013-2019 Cadillac XTS 4-door sedan.
Does it fit an XTS hearse or limousine?
Only the 4-door sedan is listed. Call 877-752-3811 to confirm for a coachbuilt vehicle.
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.
