Product Description
Mazda CX-3 2016-2020 Pillar Post Trim, Four-Piece Set (PP16770)
PP16770 is the four-piece pillar trim set for the 2016-2020 Mazda CX-3 4-door SUV. It's the smallest of three CX-3 pillar sets, and the most useful thing to know about the family is a note that sits on the largest one, not this.
The front triangle note
The eight-piece PP16772 says it "Includes front triangle." This four-piece listing and the six-piece PP16771 don't mention a front triangle at all. So if you're hoping for that piece, the eight-piece set is the one that names it; don't assume it's here. The catalog doesn't give the triangle's size or exact spot, so the photos on PP16772 are the place to see it.
Choosing among the three
Four, six or eight pieces. Apart from that one note on the eight-piece set, none of the listings gives notes or names the pillars it covers. Open the three galleries side by side and look for outlines that show up in one but not the others. That's the honest way to choose, and it takes a few minutes. You'd fit just one CX-3 set; ring 877-752-3811 before buying two. This four-piece set is the lightest install of the three and costs $67.99.
Fitment
The single row reads Mazda CX-3, 2016 through 2020, tagged 4-door and SUV. Five model years and one body style. CX-3s are listed from 2016 through 2020. For any vehicle outside that row, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with PP16770 before ordering. No other CX-3 trim is listed on this sheet.
The covers
Four pieces of 26 gauge 304 stainless steel, polished and made in the USA. The finish is the steel itself, with no plating that could chip. Each cover attaches with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, directly over the existing surface, so you won't drill or take off any trim.
What pillar trim is
The pillars are the upright sections that frame the side windows. A pillar cover is a thin, shaped stainless piece that bonds to the face of one. It gives the CX-3 a polished line along its side and leaves the pillar beneath as it is.
Getting ready
Wash the pillar areas with mild car soap, rinse and let them dry. Wipe each spot with isopropyl alcohol on a lint-free cloth and give it a moment to evaporate. Any wax, sealant or ceramic coating on those spots needs to come off, as tape won't grip through it. Choose a dry day and work in the shade.
Fitting the four covers
Lay the four CX-3 covers out next to the photos. With the liner still on, hold each one to its pillar, check that both edges follow the shape, and mark the spot with painter's tape. Peel one liner, line the cover up with your marks, and press firmly over the face and along both edges. Fit the next cover and compare. The Installation tab has the temperature range and cure time.
If a cover doesn't seem to fit anywhere, keep its liner on and call 877-752-3811. Have PP16770 and your model year ready.
PP16770 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP16770 |
| UPC | 691821444762 |
| 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 | 2016-2020 Mazda CX-3 |
Fitment: PP16770
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Mazda CX-3 | 2016-2020 | 4-door, SUV |
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 2016-2020 Mazda CX-3
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: PP16770 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP16770 fit?
The 2016-2020 Mazda CX-3, 4-door SUV.
Does this set include the front triangle?
This listing doesn't mention one. The "Includes front triangle" note is on the 8-piece PP16772.
How many covers?
Four polished 26 gauge 304 stainless steel covers.
Which pillars do they cover?
The listing doesn't name them. Check 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.
