Product Description
PP23821: Six Polished Stainless Pillar Covers for the 2003-2006 Kia Sorento
Six covers for the pillar posts of a 2003-2006 Kia Sorento, listed for the 4-door SUV. PP23821 is polished 304 stainless, made in the USA, and priced at $84.49. Its linked alternative is PP23820, a four-piece set for the same Sorento.
Most questions about this set come down to two things: whether six is the right count for you, and whether the posts on your Sorento are ready for tape. Here's how to settle both.
The count
The catalog doesn't say which pillars these six covers are cut for. Nor does the four-piece listing. There are no widths or notes on either. So compare the photo galleries. Find the shapes in this set that the four-piece doesn't show, then picture them on your Sorento. If you want those areas in bright steel, choose this set. If you'd rather keep the job smaller, choose the four. Undecided between the Sorento sets? Their photos help, and so does a call. Quality Automotive Trims can help you decide on 877-752-3811 if you quote PP23821.
The posts
The covers fix on with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface. That's the appeal: no drilling, no trim removal. But the tape can only hold to a finish that's sound. On a vehicle from 2003-2006, look carefully. Fading to a chalky film, a crazed or cracked texture, or an edge that's starting to lift all need repair before fitting. Wipe a fingertip along each post; if it picks up a dusty residue, keep cleaning or repair it. Firm, smooth finish just needs cleaning. The Installation tab gives the tape's temperature range and cure time.
Fitment
Kia Sorento, 2003-2006, 4-door, SUV. Four model years. Check yours, and call if your Sorento sits outside that range.
The steel
26 gauge 304 stainless, polished. No plating, so there's no layer to peel, and it resists corrosion. A normal wash with car soap keeps it bright.
Fitting
Choose a dry, calm day and some shade. Check every cover against the photos as you unpack it and call if one is bent or missing. Wash and dry the posts, then wipe with isopropyl alcohol until a fresh lint-free cloth stays clean. Lay out the six covers as the photos show. Dry-fit each with its liner on and frame it with painter's tape. Then work through them: peel, place, and press firmly along the full length and both edges. Step back after every second cover to check that they match. A stable step stool helps if the upper edges are hard to see. Stainless steel makes up the six covers.
If a cover won't sit flat, keep its liner on and call 877-752-3811. After the cure time, wash and dry it like the rest of the paintwork.
Timing
Allow an unhurried session. Marking six positions is the slow part; each cover presses on quickly. A helper makes the dry fit easier and can judge the lines from a few steps back.
PP23821 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP23821 |
| UPC | 691821299065 |
| Part type | Pillar Post Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 6 |
| 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 | 2003-2006 Kia Sorento |
Fitment: PP23821
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sorento | 2003-2006 | 4-door, SUV |
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 2003-2006 Kia Sorento
- PP23820: 4-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 6 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: PP23821 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP23821 fit?
The 2003-2006 Kia Sorento, 4-door SUV.
How many covers?
Six. PP23820 has 4.
Which pillars are covered?
The listing doesn't name them. See the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Do I need to drill?
No. It uses 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface.
Can I order both sets?
Not recommended. The two Sorento sets are alternatives, so pick one.
