Product Description
2004-2008 Nissan Maxima Sedan Pillar Covers, Four Polished Pieces (PP24540)
Four polished stainless covers for the posts between the side windows of a 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima 4-door sedan: that's PP24540. It's priced at $56.99, made in the USA, and paired on the page with one alternative, the six-piece PP24541.
Let's deal with the obvious question first. Four or six? The listings don't settle it. Neither names its pillars, and neither has a width or a note. The two photo galleries are where the difference shows. Look at both, notice which outlines appear only in the six-piece set, and think about whether you'd want those areas of your Maxima in polished steel. If you wouldn't, four covers will do and the job is shorter. If you would, choose six. Maxima sets are meant as alternatives; phone 877-752-3811 before combining any.
The fitment row is Nissan Maxima, 2004-2008, 4-door, Sedan, five model years in all. There's an earlier Maxima pillar set in the catalog for different years, and it isn't linked here, so check your records. If the year doesn't fit, or you'd like a second opinion, call Quality Automotive Trims on 877-752-3811 and quote PP24540.
Six more Maxima listings are linked, shown by number only: SGR24541, TH24540, WP24540, WP24545, WQ24540 and WS24540. They're separate products. Open their pages to see what each is.
As for the covers, they're cut from 26 gauge 304 stainless and polished. That grade resists corrosion and doesn't rely on plating, so there's no coating to flake and a light scuff shows more of the same steel. Ordinary washing is all the care it needs. Pillar covers are cosmetic, by the way; they change how the posts look and nothing structural.
They attach with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface. No drilling, and none of the car's trim comes off. Read the Installation tab before you start, since it gives the tape's temperature range and cure time.
The tape relies on the finish beneath it. On a sedan from these years, check each post in daylight. If it's gone chalky, shows crazing or has an edge that's begun to lift, that needs repair before fitting. A clean fingertip drawn along the post is a handy test: if it picks up dust, the surface needs more cleaning or repair. A firm, smooth finish is ready once it's clean.
Fitting goes best on a dry, calm day in the shade. Unpack the four covers and compare each with the photos; call if one is bent or missing. Wash and dry the posts, then wipe them with isopropyl alcohol until a fresh lint-free cloth stays clean. Compare each Maxima cover with the listing images. Hold each in place with its liner still on, line up the edges and outline it with painter's tape. Peel, place and press firmly along the full length and both edges, then fit the next cover straight away so you can compare.
If a cover won't lie flat, keep its liner on and phone 877-752-3811. After the cure time, wash with car soap and dry with a soft towel. Allow an unhurried session overall.
PP24540 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP24540 |
| UPC | 691821693627 |
| 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 | 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima |
Fitment: PP24540
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan Maxima | 2004-2008 | 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 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima
- GC24540: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- LP24540: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
- LPS24540: 2-piece License Plate Surround Trim
- MC24540: 2-piece Mirror Cover Set
- PP24541: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RD24540: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
- SGR24540: 2-piece "MAXIMA" Logo Decal
- SGR24541: 2-piece "MAXIMA SE" Logo Decal
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: PP24540 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP24540 fit?
The 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima, 4-door Sedan.
How many covers?
Four. PP24541 has 6.
Which pillars are covered?
The listing doesn't say. Compare the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Is drilling needed?
No. It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface.
Should I buy both sets?
No. They're alternatives; choose one.
