Product Description
6-Piece Ford Explorer Pillar Trim Including Keyless Entry Touch Pad, 2020-2026 (PP60331)
For Ford Explorers with the exterior keyless entry keypad, PP60331 is the larger of QAA's two pillar kits. Six pieces of polished stainless steel cover the window pillars of the 4-door Explorer, model years 2020 through 2026, and QAA notes that the kit includes the keyless entry touch pad.
Made around the keypad
Many Explorer owners use the exterior touch pad to unlock the doors without a key. A pillar kit designed without it in mind would get in the way. This kit carries QAA's touch pad note, as does the four-piece PP60330. QAA also lists separate Explorer kits for vehicles without keyless entry, so confirm which you have before ordering.
Six pieces vs. four
Both keypad kits fit the same Explorer. QAA lists the piece counts but no other coverage notes, so the catalog does not specify which pillars the two further pieces here cover. Compare the photos on both listings. Six pieces gives a fuller polished frame along the side glass.
What pillar trim does
Pillars are the upright sections that frame the side windows. Polished covers turn the Explorer's pillars into bright accents that outline each window. It is a thin cosmetic layer only, and the original pillars remain underneath.
Material and finish
QAA cuts the six Explorer covers in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel and polishes them to a mirror. The shine is the steel itself, with no plating to wear through, so the six pieces look alike.
Installation
They install directly over the existing surface, keyless entry touch pad included, using 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. According to QAA, the tape will hold for a lifetime without harming the Ford.
Set the six Explorer pieces out in photo order. Wash, dry, and de-wax the pillars. Dry-fit each piece, taking care to align the touch pad area. Peel and press firmly from end to end. Fit them one by one, and test the keypad when you are done. The Installation tab lists each step.
Conditions
Choose a mild, dry day and a garage or shaded spot. Avoid panels that are hot from the sun or cold from overnight air.
Building a full look
QAA also catalogs a four-piece window sill set for the face of the sills, two rear window trim sets, a four-piece door handle accent set, a six-piece upper rocker panel kit, a rear deck accent, an EXPLORER lower door letter insert set, and a gas door cover for this Explorer. Window sills and pillar trim together frame the side glass from below and between.
Fitment
Listed for the Ford Explorer 4-door SUV, 2020 through 2026, as shown on the Fitment tab.
Specs and help
Part number PP60331 has UPC 691821517930. The Specs tab lists material, gauge, piece count, and the touch pad note. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
If you already know you want the fuller look, this kit saves buying twice. A soft cloth afterward clears fingerprints from the polish, and regular washing keeps it bright.
PP60331 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP60331 |
| UPC | 691821517930 |
| Part type | Pillar Post Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 6 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Coverage / notes | Includes keyless entry touch pad |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2020-2026 Ford Explorer |
Fitment: PP60331
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Explorer | 2020-2026 | 4-door, SUV |
Check your vehicle against every column here: year range, model, and body style all have to match. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2020-2026 Ford Explorer
- PP60330: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RW60330: 2-piece Rear Window Trim
- RHE60330: 2-piece Rear Window Trim
- DH60330: 4-piece Door Handle Accent Trim
- TH60330: 6-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- WS60330: 4-piece Window Sill Trim Set
- RD60330: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
- SGR60330: 16-piece EXPLORER Lower Door Letter Insert
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: PP60331 Pillar Post Trim
Does PP60331 work with the Explorer keypad?
Yes. QAA notes that it includes the keyless entry touch pad.
How is it different from PP60330?
PP60331 has 6 pieces and PP60330 has 4. Both include the touch pad note.
Which years fit?
The Ford Explorer 4-door SUV, 2020 through 2026.
How is it installed?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape directly over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle.
What is it made of?
Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
Who do I call?
Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
