Product Description
Volkswagen Jetta 1999-2004 Pillar Post Trim, Four Pieces (PP22665)
For the 1999-2004 Volkswagen Jetta 4-door sedan, PP22665 offers four polished stainless pillar covers at $56.99. They're made in the USA from 26 gauge 304 stainless steel. A six-piece version, PP22666, is linked for the same Jetta.
Six model years sit on one row here: Volkswagen Jetta, 1999-2004, 4-door, Sedan. PP22665 suits Jettas made 1999 through 2004. If it isn't in that span, or the car isn't the sedan, this set isn't listed for it. A call to Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with PP22665 will settle any doubt before you order.
How do the two Jetta sets compare? The honest answer is that the listings only give counts. There's no note, no width and no list of pillars on either. To see the real difference, open both galleries and go shape by shape. Anything the six-piece photos show that these don't is the difference between the two. Decide whether you want those areas in stainless; if not, four covers is less work. Pick a single Jetta set; a phone call to 877-752-3811 is wise before mixing two.
The steel needs no plating to shine, so there's nothing on its surface to flake, bubble or wear away. That's why it's used for a part that sits beside the side glass in rain and sun. The covers attach with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface. You won't drill, and none of the Jetta's trim is removed.
One thing to check before ordering is the pillar finish itself. Tape holds to the surface it touches, so a finish that's gone powdery, cracked or loose after years of sun has to be repaired first. Run a hand over each pillar. If it feels smooth and firm, you're fine; a careful clean is all it needs.
What does pillar trim actually do? The pillars are the upright panels around the side windows. Each cover is a thin stainless shape that lies on the face of one, giving it a polished look while leaving the panel itself untouched.
For the fitting, follow the Installation tab on the tape's temperature range and cure time. The rest is straightforward. Choose a dry, calm day in the shade. Check the four covers against the photos as you unpack them and call if one is bent or missing. Wash and dry the pillars, then wipe each with isopropyl alcohol, using fresh lint-free cloths until one stays clean. Check the covers against the photos, hold each in place with its liner on, and outline it with painter's tape when the edges look right. Peel, place and press with firm strokes along the length and both edges, one cover after another.
A Jetta cover that won't lie flat should stay on its liner while you phone 877-752-3811. After the cure time, wash the Volkswagen's four covers with car soap and pat them dry.
A useful last step before buying: stand beside the Jetta with the photos open on your phone and make sure each of the four shapes has a clear place. It takes a minute or two and avoids a return.
PP22665 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP22665 |
| UPC | 691821427048 |
| 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 | 1999-2004 Volkswagen Jetta |
Fitment: PP22665
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Jetta | 1999-2004 | 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 1999-2004 Volkswagen Jetta
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: PP22665 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP22665 fit?
The 1999-2004 Volkswagen Jetta, 4-door Sedan.
How many covers?
Four. PP22666 has 6.
Which pillars are covered?
The listing doesn't say. Compare the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Will tape hold on an older finish?
On a smooth, firm surface. Repair powdery, cracked or loose finish first.
Is drilling needed?
No. It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface.
