Product Description
8-Piece Pillar Post Trim with Rear Pillar Pieces, 2016-2019 Chevy Cruze Sedan (PP56146)
PP56146 takes the Cruze sedan's pillar trim a step further. QAA's catalog notes that this eight-piece kit includes two rear pillar pieces, which the four-piece base kit does not. It fits the 4-door Chevrolet Cruze sedan from 2016 through 2019 and is made of polished stainless steel.
What the rear pillar pieces cover
The rear pillars sit behind the back door glass, where the roof curves down toward the trunk. On the Cruze they are a large, visible surface. Steel there extends the bright frame past the rear doors, so the accent runs the full length of the cabin rather than stopping at the door glass. That is the main reason to choose this kit over the four-piece PP56145.
Where it sits in the Cruze family
QAA catalogs five pillar kits for this sedan:
- PP56145: 4 pieces, the base kit.
- PP56146: 8 pieces, including two rear pillar pieces (this kit).
- PP56147: 12 pieces, with two front and two rear pillar pieces.
- PP56148: 16 pieces, with front and rear triangle pieces, for L and LS models with no factory chrome.
- PP56149: 16 pieces, same coverage, for the LT model with factory chrome.
The photos on each listing show the coverage. If you want the rear pillars covered but do not need the front pillar or triangle pieces, this is the kit.
About pillar posts
For anyone new to the term, pillars are the upright structures that support the roof between and around the windows. On a sedan like the Cruze, they divide the side glass into openings and define the roofline. Finishing them in bright steel outlines each opening and gives the car a more tailored profile. It is a cosmetic change, applied over the original surface, and it is one of the most visible upgrades you can make for the size of the parts involved.
Eight pieces is also a manageable install. Fit the eight Cruze covers one post at a time, comparing each against the photos.
Material
The eight pieces are made in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel and polished to a mirror shine. There is no plating; the shine is the steel. Every piece matches the others in color and finish.
Mounting
Each piece mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape and installs directly over the existing surface. Nothing on the car is removed. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the surface of the vehicle. The rear pillar pieces are the largest in the kit, so take more care cleaning those panels and lining them up before you press. The Installation tab covers each step.
Fitment
Listed fitment is the Chevrolet Cruze 4-door sedan, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019. QAA does not attach a trim-level note to this kit. The Fitment tab shows the application exactly as cataloged.
Reference and contact
The Specs tab includes part number PP56146, UPC 691821318605, the material, and the eight-piece count. To compare this kit with the twelve- and sixteen-piece options, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811. We can walk through what each one covers on your Cruze.
PP56146 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | PP56146 |
| UPC | 691821318605 |
| Part type | Pillar Post Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 8 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Coverage / notes | Includes two Rear Pillar pieces |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2016-2019 Chevrolet Cruze |
Fitment: PP56146
| 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
- PP56145: 4-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 8 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: PP56146 Pillar Post Trim
What does PP56146 include beyond the 4-piece kit?
QAA notes it includes two rear pillar pieces. It has 8 pieces in total, versus 4 in PP56145.
Does it include front pillar or triangle pieces?
The catalog lists only the rear pillar pieces as the addition. Front pillar pieces come in PP56147, and the triangle pieces come in the 16-piece kits.
Which Cruze does it fit?
The 2016-2019 Chevrolet Cruze 4-door sedan.
How does it attach?
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 is it made of?
Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
Who do I call?
Quality Automotive Trims, 877-752-3811.
