Product Description
1998-2001 Honda Accord 4-Door Pillar Trim, Four Mirror Stainless Covers (PP99281)
For the Honda Accord 4-door sedan from 1998 through 2001, PP99281 is the four-piece pillar kit in QAA's catalog. The covers are 304 stainless steel with a mirror polish, made in the USA, and they install over the existing pillars with 3M tape.
Three pillar kits, two bodies
This Accord has a small family of pillar kits, and the body style decides which applies:
- PP99281 (this kit): four pieces, 4-door sedan
- PP99282: six pieces, 4-door sedan
- PP99251: two pieces, 2-door coupe
If you drive the sedan, choose between this kit and PP99282. Neither sedan kit has a coverage note, so the data does not say which posts the four covers fit or where the six-piece kit puts its further two. The photos are the best way to compare.
Rockers for the sedan
TH99281 is an eight-piece rocker panel full kit listed for this sedan. Its note says it spans from the bottom of the molding to the bottom of the door. The coupe has its own rocker and door handle kits, which do not apply to the 4-door.
Years covered
1998, 1999, 2000, and 2001.
Material and finish
26-gauge 304 stainless, polished to a mirror. Nothing is plated on top, so the shine cannot peel.
Adhesive mounting
On the 1998-2001 Accord the covers mount with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing pillars, which stay in place. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle surface.
Surface preparation
Wash and dry the pillars, then remove wax with a residue-free wipe. Inspect the clear coat carefully; if it is cloudy and flaking, repair it before fitting a cover over it, since the tape holds to whatever layer it touches.
Install
Pick a dry, mild day and stay in shade. Test each cover in place with the liner on. When it lines up with the door frame, peel and press firmly from end to end. Fit one cover, compare it from front and rear, and repeat its placement on the next. Skip washing for a few days. The Installation tab has full instructions.
Care
Mild soap and a soft towel. Avoid scouring pads and harsh compounds.
Handling
Touch the covers only by their edges and keep the liners on until each piece is placed, so dust and fingerprints stay off the tape.
A good first upgrade
Pillar covers are the quickest kit to install and among the most visible. Start here and fit the rocker kit later if you want the lower body trimmed; its listing shows the finish.
What pillar posts are
Pillar posts are the vertical body sections between and beside the side windows. They frame the glass and hold up the roof, and on most sedans they show as plain painted or black bands. A polished cover makes each one a bright line along the side of the car, and the original pillar underneath is left exactly as it was.
Part details
SKU PP99281, UPC 691821603039. Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 if you are unsure which kit is yours.
PP99281 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP99281 |
| UPC | 691821603039 |
| 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 | 1998-2001 Honda Accord |
Fitment: PP99281
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Honda Accord | 1998-2001 | 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 1998-2001 Honda Accord
- DH99251: 2-piece Door Handle Accent Trim
- PP99282: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH99251: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
- TH99281: 8-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Full Kit
- PP99251: 2-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: PP99281 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP99281 fit?
The 4-door Honda Accord sedan, 1998 through 2001.
How many pieces?
Four. PP99282 is the six-piece sedan kit.
Does it fit the Accord coupe?
No. The coupe kit is PP99251.
Is there matching rocker trim?
TH99281 is an eight-piece rocker panel kit for the same sedan.
How does it install?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing surface.
