Product Description
Chevrolet Cruze 2016-2019 Sedan Pillar Trim, Basic 4-Piece Stainless Kit (PP56145)
QAA offers five different pillar post kits for the 2016-2019 Chevrolet Cruze 4-door sedan, more than for almost any other car in its catalog. PP56145 is the starting point: four pieces of polished stainless steel, cut to the Cruze sedan's pillars, with no rear or triangle pieces. If you want a clean, simple accent around the side windows, start here.
The Cruze kit ladder
Understanding the family makes ordering easier. QAA's catalog notes describe the larger kits in detail:
- PP56146, 8 pieces: includes two rear pillar pieces.
- PP56147, 12 pieces: includes two front and two rear pillar pieces.
- PP56148, 16 pieces: front and rear pillar pieces plus the front and rear triangle pieces, for L and LS models with no factory chrome.
- PP56149, 16 pieces: the same coverage, for the LT model with factory chrome.
This four-piece kit carries no such notes. It is the base set, and every other kit in the family builds on it with additional pieces. The photos on each listing show the coverage visually.
Why start with four
Not every owner wants the whole window frame in steel. Four pieces gives the pillars a bright accent while leaving the rest of the existing finish alone. It is also the quickest kit in the family to install, with the fewest pieces to align.
What pillar posts are
Pillars are the vertical body sections that hold up the roof and frame the windows. On the Cruze sedan, the ones you see from the side sit between and around the door glass. Polished covers make them stand out from the glass. Polished steel turns them into a defined outline, giving the side of the car a sharper look that is easy to notice from the curb. The trim covers the existing surface rather than replacing anything, so the original pillars stay in place underneath.
Material
QAA makes these pieces in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, polished to a mirror shine. Because the bright surface is solid steel, nothing is plated on that could lift or flake.
Installation
Each piece mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape and installs directly over the existing pillar surface. You will not remove any trim. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle surface. Wash and dry the pillars, wipe them clean, and dry-fit the four pieces before peeling any liner. The Installation tab lays out the order.
Fitment
QAA catalogs this kit for the 2016-2019 Chevrolet Cruze 4-door sedan: model years 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019. The Fitment tab shows the application exactly as recorded. Note that the two 16-piece kits are split by trim level, but this four-piece kit carries no trim-level restriction in the catalog.
Details and help
The Specs tab lists part number PP56145, UPC 691821527298, the material, and the piece count. If you are trying to decide how far up the ladder to go, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811. Tell us your Cruze trim and how much steel you want, and we will match you to the right kit.
PP56145 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP56145 |
| UPC | 691821527298 |
| 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 | 2016-2019 Chevrolet Cruze |
Fitment: PP56145
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Cruze | 2016-2019 | 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 2016-2019 Chevrolet Cruze
- PP56146: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP56147: 12-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP56148: 16-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP56149: 16-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: PP56145 Pillar Post Trim
Which Cruze pillar kit should I pick?
PP56145 is the 4-piece base kit. PP56146 has two rear pillar pieces as well (8 total), PP56147 has 12 pieces with front and rear pillar pieces, and PP56148 and PP56149 are 16-piece kits split by trim level.
Does this kit depend on my trim level?
QAA lists PP56145 for the 2016-2019 Cruze 4-door sedan with no trim-level note. Only the 16-piece kits are split by trim.
How does it install?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, directly over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without damaging the vehicle.
What material is used?
Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
Who can help me choose?
Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
