Product Description
Hyundai Elantra Sedan Pillar Trim, Four Polished Stainless Covers, 1996-2006 (PP96340)
Few pillar kits in the QAA catalog cover as long a stretch as this one. PP96340 is listed for the Hyundai Elantra 4-door sedan from 1996 all the way through 2006, eleven model years on a single record. It contains four mirror-polished 304 stainless steel covers, made in the USA. The kit is listed for the 4-door Elantra sedan from 1996 through 2006, and PP96341 is the six-piece alternative.
Eleven years on one listing
1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006, sedan body. The catalog does not split this range, so the same kit is on file for every one of those years. If you would like a person to confirm your particular car before buying, the phone number is at the bottom of this page.
Four pieces or six
QAA lists PP96341 as the six-piece pillar kit for the same Elantra sedan. Neither has a coverage note, so the catalog does not say which posts the four covers here are meant for or what the larger kit includes. Use the photos to compare.
Stainless, not chrome
These are cut from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel and polished to a mirror shine. There is no plated coating, so nothing can peel away from the edges.
The tape
On the Elantra, each of the four covers is fixed with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, and they go straight onto the existing surface. According to QAA, the tape lasts a lifetime and does no damage to the sedan.
A budget-friendly upgrade
An Elantra from this period is usually a practical car rather than a show car, and that makes simple bolt-free trim attractive. There are no panels to remove and no paint to cut, and the original pillars stay as they were underneath.
Paint prep
Wash and dry the pillars, then wipe them down with a wax-free cleaner so the tape meets bare paint. If any spot is peeling or chalky, take care of it first.
How to install
Pick a dry day that is neither hot nor cold, and keep out of direct sun. Test-fit each of the four covers with the liner attached, using the door frame and glass edge as guides. Peel, set the cover, and press hard along its full length. Fit one Elantra cover, check it from a distance, then the next. Avoid washing for a few days. The Installation tab has more detail.
Keeping it bright
Soap, water, and a soft cloth. Skip abrasive pads and harsh compounds.
Handling
Keep the covers on a towel during the job and avoid touching the adhesive with bare fingers. Peel each liner only when that cover is lined up and ready, so dust has no chance to settle on the tape.
What pillar posts are
The pillar posts are the vertical body sections that sit beside and between the side windows. A polished cover turns each one into a clean bright line along the side of the car.
Order information
The four-piece Elantra kit is PP96340 with UPC 691821251698; Quality Automotive Trims is reachable at 877-752-3811.
PP96340 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP96340 |
| UPC | 691821251698 |
| Part type | Pillar Post Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 4 |
| 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 | 1996-2006 Hyundai Elantra |
Fitment: PP96340
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra | 1996-2006 | 4-door, Sedan |
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 1996-2006 Hyundai Elantra
- PP96341: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Pillar Post Trim
- Unpack all 4 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: PP96340 Pillar Post Trim
What years of Elantra does PP96340 fit?
The 4-door Elantra sedan, 1996 through 2006.
How many pieces are in the kit?
Four. PP96341 is the six-piece version.
What is the difference between the kits?
The catalog data does not describe coverage for either. Check the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Is there any trim to take off the posts first?
No. The covers attach with 3M tape over the existing surface.
Is it chrome plated?
No, it is mirror-polished 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
