Product Description
Cadillac STS 2005-2011 Sedan Polished Stainless License Plate Bezel (LP45236)
LP45236 is a one-piece stainless License Plate Bezel for the Cadillac STS 4-door sedan, listed for seven model years, 2005 through 2011, with no trim exclusions. Made in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, it carries a mirror polish and frames the plate area.
Choosing between the rocker kits
If you're thinking about the lower body as well, the STS sheet offers two different rocker approaches, and the notes explain where each sits. TH45236 is a four-piece kit at 2" that Installs below the door, on the rocker. TH45237 is a six-piece Lower Kit at 1.125" that sits On the bottom of the doors and Spans from the bottom of the door UP to the specified width. One goes below the doors, the other on them, so look at both sets of photos to decide which look you want. WZ45236 is a four-piece Wheel Well Fender Trim Molding at 1.75". Check each listing for its finish.
Rear of the car
RD45236 is a one-piece part cataloged as Rear Deck Accent, and it's the other rear piece on this sheet. If you're pairing it with the bezel, view their photos side by side; neither listing gives a width, so the photos are the best guide to spacing. Holding both up to the car with their liners on, before installing either, shows you how they look as a pair.
The bezel's outline
No size or cutout notes are given. Compare the photos with the area around your STS's plate, including any lock, emblem or lighting, and call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with SKU LP45236 if they don't agree.
Mounting
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape holds the bezel directly over the existing surface; there's no drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle. Repair chips and lifting clear coat around the plate first, then wash, dry and wipe with rubbing alcohol. Dry-fit with the liner on, mark the spot with painter's tape, and press it home firmly. The Installation tab lists each step and the temperature range.
Also listed
PP45236 and PP45237 are pillar post kits with four and six pieces, and GC45236 is a one-piece gas door cover trim. All of them share the same 4-door sedan tag as this bezel, so the same year check applies.
A sensible order
Start at the plate. The bezel is the quickest job here, and once it's on, you'll have a feel for how polished stainless looks on your STS and for how the tape behaves, which helps when you move on to a six-piece rocker kit.
Before ordering
The bezel is listed for the STS sedan from 2005 to 2011, so match your car to that range. If you use a plate frame, refit it during the dry fit to check that it doesn't overlap the bezel. Afterward, mild soap, water and a soft towel keep the polish bright; skip abrasive pads.
LP45236 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | LP45236 |
| UPC | 691821290796 |
| 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 | 2005-2011 Cadillac STS |
Fitment: LP45236
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac STS | 2005-2011 | 4-door, Sedan |
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.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2005-2011 Cadillac STS
- GC45236: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- PP45236: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP45237: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RD45236: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
- TH45236: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
- TH45237: 6-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit
- WZ45236: 4-piece Wheel Well Fender Trim Molding
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: LP45236 License Plate Bezel
Which STS does LP45236 fit?
The 2005-2011 Cadillac STS 4-door sedan.
What's the difference between TH45236 and TH45237?
TH45236 installs below the door on the rocker at 2". TH45237 sits on the bottom of the doors at 1.125".
How does the bezel attach?
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, directly over the existing surface. 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.
How many pieces?
One.
