Product Description
Toyota Camry 1997-2001 Pillar Post Trim, Four-Piece Polished Stainless (PP97130)
PP97130 is one of two pillar kits QAA lists for the 1997-2001 Toyota Camry 4-door sedan. This one has four covers, cut from mirror-polished 304 stainless steel, made in the USA, and mounted with 3M tape.
Not the earlier Camry
QAA catalogs separate pillar kits for the Camry sedans that came just before this range. This kit's record starts in 1997 and ends in 2001, so check the year on your registration. A Camry from outside that window has its own listings.
Model years
1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, and 2001, 4-door sedan.
A family of trim for this Camry
Several QAA kits are linked to the same sedan, so you can build a matched look in stages:
- PP97131, a six-piece pillar kit
- DH97130, an eight-piece door handle accent kit
- TH97130, an eight-piece rocker panel full kit, noted as spanning from the bottom of the molding to the bottom of the door
Four versus six
The data does not include a coverage note for either pillar kit, so it does not say which posts these four covers dress or where the six-piece kit puts its further pair. The product photos are the clearest guide, and a phone call can settle any remaining doubt.
Construction
26-gauge 304 stainless steel with a mirror polish. The finish belongs to the metal, not a coating, so there is nothing to flake away.
Mounting
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; the covers fit over the existing pillar surface with no trim removal. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle surface.
Surface prep
Wash the pillars, dry them fully, and wipe them with a wax-free cleaner so the tape meets bare paint. If any clearcoat is peeling, repair it before going further.
How to fit them
Pick a dry, mild day and work in shade. Hold each cover in place with the liner on and line it up with the door frame. Peel the liner and press firmly along the whole piece. Fit one Camry cover, check it from both ends of the car, then do the next. Wait a few days before washing. The Installation tab has the full steps.
Care
Mild soap, water, and a soft towel. Keep abrasive pads away from the polished face.
Handling
Rest the covers on a towel during the job and hold them by the edges so the adhesive stays clean.
Why start with the pillars
They are the quickest kit to install and very visible from the side. If you like the result, the rocker and door handle kits use the same tape and polished stainless.
What pillar posts are
Pillar posts are the vertical body sections beside and between the door windows. On this sedan they are clearly visible from the side. A polished cover lays a bright strip over each one, and the original pillar stays in place underneath, unchanged, so the upgrade is purely cosmetic.
Part details
SKU PP97130, UPC 691821608638. Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 for help choosing.
PP97130 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP97130 |
| UPC | 691821608638 |
| 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 | 1997-2001 Toyota Camry |
Fitment: PP97130
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Camry | 1997-2001 | 4-door, Sedan |
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 1997-2001 Toyota Camry
- DH97130: 8-piece Door Handle Accent Trim
- PP97131: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH97130: 8-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Full Kit
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: PP97130 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP97130 fit?
The 4-door Toyota Camry sedan, 1997 through 2001.
How many pieces?
Four. PP97131 is the six-piece kit for the same sedan.
What else is available for this Camry?
DH97130 door handle accents and TH97130 rocker panel trim are linked to the same sedan.
What is the difference between the four and six-piece kits?
The catalog data does not describe their coverage. Compare the photos or call 877-752-3811.
How does it install?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing surface.
