Product Description
Cadillac CTS Grille Upper and Lower Insert Package, 16-Piece Polished Stainless (SG48251)
Sixteen pieces of polished stainless make SG48251 the full-grille option for the Cadillac CTS: the record describes it as an "Upper and Lower Insert package." Its title and fitment line both list the CTS 2008-2013, the CTS Sport Wagon 2010-2014 and the CTS Coupe 2011-2014, across coupe, sedan and sport wagon bodies.
Sorting out the fitment
Coupe owners from 2011 to 2014 have the clearest match, since the coupe span is the narrowest. The sedan and Sport Wagon rows carry the same combined body tags as the coupe row, so the record doesn't separate them by body. Compare the photos with your grille and call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 before buying for a sedan or wagon.
Upper and lower
The package covers both upper and lower inserts, per the note. It doesn't say how the sixteen pieces are split between them or give sizes. Use the photos as a map.
Construction
All sixteen CTS Coupe pieces are 26-gauge 304 stainless steel with a mirror polish, made in the USA, and the set fastens with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape onto the current surface. QAA says the tape holds for a lifetime without surface damage.
The single lower piece
SG48250 is linked as a one-piece "Lower Insert" accent with the same fitment line. The data doesn't say whether this package already includes an equivalent piece, so don't order both without checking the photos or asking us.
Organizing sixteen pieces
With sixteen pieces, organization matters more than speed. Lay everything out on a towel in two rows, upper and lower, matching the photos. Leave every liner on and label each with a number on painter's tape.
Rehearse the whole grille
Tape all sixteen up before any adhesive is exposed. Step back and look at the spacing, then crouch and look again. Fix anything uneven now.
Deep clean
Wash the front, use a soft brush in the grille openings, rinse thoroughly and dry. Then wipe each landing area with a solvent that leaves nothing behind. With this many contact points, take your time.
Install upper, then lower
Work the upper inserts first, center outward, peeling and pressing one piece at a time. Then do the lower row the same way. Finish with a firm pass over every edge. A mild, dry, shaded day is best. See the Installation tab.
Care
Give it a few days before washing; then mild soap and a soft cloth. Keep pressure-washer tips away from edges. Polished 304 has no plating, so a light polish restores it. The grille stays in place underneath.
Before ordering
Settle the body-style question, then check the grille for cracks, repairs or an aftermarket replacement; the package is cataloged for the factory grille. Set aside an unhurried afternoon with good light, because sixteen pieces take longer to align than a single strip, and rushing is what shows.
SG48251 bundles sixteen CTS grille pieces under UPC 691821644452, and 877-752-3811 answers fit questions.
SG48251 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | SG48251 |
| UPC | 691821644452 |
| Part type | Front Grille Accent Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 16 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Coverage / notes | Upper and Lower Insert package |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS, 2010-2014 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon and 2011-2014 Cadillac CTS Coupe |
Fitment: SG48251
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac CTS | 2008-2013 | 2-door, Coupe |
| Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon | 2010-2014 | 2-door, Coupe |
| Cadillac CTS Coupe | 2011-2014 | 2-door, Coupe |
| Cadillac CTS | 2008-2013 | 4-door, Sedan |
| Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon | 2010-2014 | 4-door, Sedan |
| Cadillac CTS Coupe | 2011-2014 | 4-door, Sedan |
| Cadillac CTS | 2008-2013 | 4-door, Sport Wagon |
| Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon | 2010-2014 | 4-door, Sport Wagon |
| Cadillac CTS Coupe | 2011-2014 | 4-door, Sport Wagon |
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.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the Cadillac CTS
- SG48250: 1-piece Front Grille Accent Trim
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Front Grille Accent Trim
- Unpack all 16 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: SG48251 Front Grille Accent Trim
Does SG48251 fit the CTS sedan or Sport Wagon?
Yes, the fitment line and the title list them. Compare the photos and call 877-752-3811 to confirm.
How many pieces?
Sixteen, covering upper and lower inserts.
Do I also need SG48250?
The data doesn't say whether this package includes that lower piece. Compare photos or call us.
Are dimensions listed?
No. The photos show the layout.
Do I need to remove the grille for this set?
No, 3M tape over the existing surface.
