Product Description
Federal Hearse Lower Rocker Kit for DeVille 2000-2005 and DTS 2006-2011, 12 Pieces, 4.5" (TH40253)
TH40253 is written for a Federal hearse. Its fitment row and its title cover two Cadillac nameplates, the DeVille from 2000-2005 and the DTS from 2006-2011, and the row follows both with "Federal Hearse." The kit is twelve pieces of polished stainless steel, 4.5" wide, and it "Spans from the bottom of the door UP to the specified width."
DeVille or DTS
If you own a DeVille-based Federal car, the fitment row lists your car for 2000-2005, and a DTS-based one for 2006-2011. The Federal Hearse tag is the detail to match, so it's worth a quick call to 877-752-3811 with your year and VIN before ordering, and we'll confirm.
No companions on this record
Nothing is linked to TH40253. Other DeVille and DTS kits exist in the catalog for sedans, limousines and other coachbuilders, but this sheet doesn't point to any of them, so we won't pair it with one here. If you want pillar or plate trim to go with it, ask when you call.
Builder first, then measurements
The record names one coachbuilder. Confirm yours from the conversion paperwork or the builder's badge. Then measure up from the bottom of a door: the steel will cover four and a half inches. A strip of painter's tape at that height makes the result easy to picture.
Material and mounting
The twelve Federal Hearse pieces are polished 26 gauge 304 stainless steel made in the USA, mounted with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing surface. QAA says the tape will hold for a lifetime without damaging the Cadillac.
How the twelve pieces go on
The data doesn't describe where each piece goes, and it doesn't include a full-length coverage note. The product photos are the guide. Number the liners and dry-fit a whole run with painter's tape before peeling anything.
Prep that pays off
Lower door edges collect grime that soap alone leaves behind. Wash, dry, then wipe with isopropyl alcohol until the cloth stays clean. Repair chips in the band first.
Pressing it down
Peel a few inches of liner, line up the bottom edge with the bottom of the door, and press. Keep pulling liner and pressing along the length. Go back over each piece with firm pressure when it's in place.
When you're done
Open each door fully and close it gently to check clearance. Look along the hearse from the front. Wait a day before washing.
What to have ready when you call
Year, nameplate, coachbuilder, and a photo of the full side. That covers almost every fit question we get.
Weather and timing
Pick a dry day in mild temperatures, or work in a garage. Cold panels slow the bond, so let the car and the pieces warm up before you peel any liner. Plan on a few unhurried hours for all twelve pieces.
Keeping it looking right
Wash the trim with the rest of the car using mild soap and a soft mitt, and dry it with a clean towel so water spots don't sit on the polish.
DTS hearse owners can reach us about TH40253, UPC 691821474455, on 877-752-3811.
TH40253 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | TH40253 |
| UPC | 691821474455 |
| Part type | Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit |
| Pieces in kit | 12 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 4.5" |
| Coverage / notes | Spans from the bottom of the door UP to the specified width |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille and 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS (Federal Hearse) |
Fitment: TH40253
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac DeVille | 2000-2005 | Federal Hearse |
| Cadillac DTS (Federal Hearse) | 2006-2011 | Federal Hearse |
Check your vehicle against every column here: year range, model, and body style all have to match. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Installation tips: Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit
- Unpack all 12 pieces and match each one to its position on the vehicle, using the product photos, before fitting any of them.
- 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.
- Fit one piece at a time and compare each with the product photos and the pieces already in place.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: TH40253 Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit
Which cars does TH40253 list?
Federal hearses on the Cadillac DeVille 2000-2005 and DTS 2006-2011.
Does it fit a DeVille?
The fitment row includes the DeVille 2000-2005. Call 877-752-3811 to confirm before ordering.
How wide are the pieces?
4.5", spanning up from the bottom of the door.
Are matching parts linked?
No siblings are linked to this record.
