Product Description
Kia Forte 2010-2013 Stainless License Plate Bezel, 8.25" (LP10810)
LP10810 comes with a size on its listing: 8.25". It's a one-piece polished stainless steel license plate bezel for the Kia Forte 4-door sedan, model years 2010 through 2013. The catalog doesn't say which dimension the 8.25" figure describes, so treat it as a guide and use the photos for the full shape.
Material and mount
26-gauge 304 stainless steel, polished to a mirror finish, made in the USA. 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape holds it on, and it installs directly over the existing surface without drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
Bezel or bar? The Forte has both
The Forte list includes two license bars as well as this bezel. LB10810 and LB10811 are both one-piece bars at 1.8125"; LB10810 Does not include Key Access, and LB10811 Includes Key Access. A bar runs above the plate, while a bezel frames the plate area. If your trunk has a lock near the plate, that key access note matters for the bars. This bezel's listing doesn't mention key access at all, so compare its photos with your trunk. If the lock or anything else sits close to the bezel's outline, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with LP10810 before ordering.
Installing
Take the plate off to reach the whole area. Wash, rinse and dry, then wipe with rubbing alcohol, including the corners. Inspect the paint for chips or old plate-frame adhesive and fix it. Hold the bezel in place, liner on, and look from behind the car for even margins and level edges. Mark reference points with painter's tape, peel the liner, and press firmly all the way around. Go over it again, refit the plate, and close the trunk gently for the first day. The Installation tab lists the temperature range.
The rest of the Forte list
PP10810 and PP10811 are pillar post kits of four and six pieces. RD10810 is a one-piece part cataloged as Rear Deck Accent at 1.125". TH10810 is a six-piece rocker trim at 2.5" and TH10811 a two-piece rocker trim at 1.25"; both Install below the door. WP10810, WP10811 and WQ10810 are named by number only on this sheet. Check each listing's photos for its finish.
Confirm your Forte
Four model years, 2010 to 2013, 4-door sedan only. The Forte is listed for a short run of years, so confirm yours is one of them. Other body styles aren't on this row.
Using the 8.25" figure
Before ordering, measure the plate area on your Forte with a tape measure, side to side and top to bottom. If either measurement is close to 8.25", that gives you a sense of how the bezel relates to the space. Then compare with the product photos for the outline. If the numbers don't make sense against your car, call us rather than guess.
Why a bezel
A frame around the plate is a single, contained change at the center of the rear view, and it's simple to install.
Care
Wash with mild soap and water and dry with a soft towel. Abrasive pads will dull the polish.
LP10810 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | LP10810 |
| UPC | 641606029295 |
| Part type | License Plate Bezel |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 8.25" |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2010-2013 Kia Forte |
Fitment: LP10810
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Forte | 2010-2013 | 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 2010-2013 Kia Forte
- LB10810: 1-piece License Bar, Above plate accent Trim
- LB10811: 1-piece License Bar, Above plate accent Trim
- PP10810: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP10811: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RD10810: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
- TH10810: 6-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
- TH10811: 2-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
- WP10810: 10-piece Window Trim Package
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: LP10810 License Plate Bezel
What size is LP10810?
The catalog lists 8.25" without saying which dimension. See the photos.
Which Forte years does it fit?
2010 through 2013, 4-door sedan.
Does it have key access?
The listing doesn't mention it. Compare the photos or call 877-752-3811.
How does it 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.
How many pieces?
One.
