Product Description
Chevrolet Equinox 2005-2009 Stainless License Plate Bezel (LP45160)
For the Chevrolet Equinox 4-door SUV from 2005 through 2009, LP45160 is the License Plate Bezel in the catalog. It's a single piece, made in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel with a mirror polish, and it frames the plate area. The fitment row lists five model years with no trim exclusions.
The catalog doesn't include a size for the bezel or any notes about cutouts. To judge the fit, compare the outline in the product photos with the area around your Equinox's plate, looking at any lock, handle, emblem or lighting nearby. If you can't tell whether it matches, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 and mention LP45160.
Two side parts on the sheet
The Equinox list is short. TH45160 is a four-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit at 1.5", noted as Side Molding. WZ44160 is a six-piece Wheel Well Fender Trim Molding set. Its part number follows a different series from the rest of this sheet, so we've asked for the cross-link to be verified; if you plan to order it, call first to confirm it's listed for your Equinox. Check each listing for its finish. Neither is cataloged for the rear, so the bezel is the only plate-area part here.
On with tape
The bezel installs directly over the existing surface using 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, so there's no drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
Surface first, on an SUV of this age
Equinox models on this row were built from 2005 to 2009, which means the paint around the plate has seen years of washing, weather and possibly a dealer frame or two. Take the plate off and look carefully. Touch up chips. Repair any clear coat that's flaking or lifting instead of covering it. Scrape off old adhesive with a plastic tool. Then wash, rinse, dry and wipe with rubbing alcohol.
Placing it
With the liner still on, hold the bezel up and look at it from directly behind the SUV. Once it's centered with even margins, set a few short strips of painter's tape along its edges. If you use a plate frame, put it on now to check that it won't overlap. Then peel the liner, set the bezel against the marks and press firmly around the whole frame, then once more. The Installation tab gives the temperature range.
A one-piece job
There are no joints to line up and nothing to remove beyond the plate. Most of the effort goes into cleaning, and the placement itself is a single, careful press. It's a manageable first project if you've never fitted tape-on trim, and a quick way to see polished stainless against your paint.
Confirm your year
Your records should read 2005 to 2009 on an Equinox 4-door SUV.
Keeping it bright
Wash with mild soap and water and dry with a soft towel. Steel wool and gritty compounds scratch a mirror polish, so leave them out.
LP45160 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | LP45160 |
| UPC | 691821526536 |
| Part type | License Plate Bezel |
| 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 | 2005-2009 Chevrolet Equinox |
Fitment: LP45160
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Equinox | 2005-2009 | 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 2005-2009 Chevrolet Equinox
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: License Plate Bezel
- 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: LP45160 License Plate Bezel
Which Equinox does LP45160 fit?
The 2005-2009 Chevrolet Equinox 4-door SUV.
Does it need drilling?
No. It installs directly over the existing surface 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.
Are dimensions listed?
No. Use the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Is WZ44160 for this Equinox?
It's cross-listed here, but its number is being verified. Call before ordering it.
How many pieces?
One.
