Product Description
Toyota Tacoma 2016-2023 Stainless Steel Radiator Cover, One Piece (RC16175)
RC16175 is an engine bay trim piece: a one-piece stainless steel radiator cover for the Toyota Tacoma 4-door pickup, model years 2016 through 2023. QAA makes it in the USA from 304 stainless with a mirror polish, and it installs with 3M tape over the existing surface.
Under-hood trim, not exterior trim
Most QAA parts dress the outside of a vehicle. This one is for when the hood is up. A radiator cover is a cosmetic panel in the radiator area at the front of the engine bay, there to give a polished look for owners who like to show the engine compartment. It is decorative and is not a functional cooling part.
Fitment
The record lists the Tacoma 4-door pickup for 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. It is not split by cab or bed in the data, unlike several of the exterior kits linked below.
Cab and bed matter for the side trim
If you are planning exterior pieces too, the Tacoma lineup depends heavily on configuration:
- Rocker full kits, all 8 to 8.375 inches wide: TH16174 for the Double Cab 5' bed, TH16175 for the Double Cab 6' bed, TH16173 for the Access Cab 5' bed, TH16172 for the Access Cab 6' bed
- Molding insert kits, 1.5 inches: MI16174, MI16175, MI16173, and MI16172 follow the same cab-and-bed pattern
- Pillar kits: PP16175 for the Double Cab, PP16172 for the Access Cab
Tailgate and rear window
RT16175 is a tailgate accent listed at 2 inches by 56.625 inches. SGR16175 is a six-piece set of stainless "TACOMA" tailgate letter inserts. Two sliding rear window trims are listed with strict requirements: RW16175 needs a non-power sliding rear window, and RW16176 needs a power sliding rear window with privacy glass. Read those notes carefully before ordering either.
Material
26-gauge 304 stainless steel, mirror polished. The finish is the metal itself rather than plating.
Mounting
It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, and the cover goes over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle surface.
Engine bay prep
Engine compartments collect dust, oil film, and dressing products, and tape will not stick to any of them. With the engine cool, clean the mounting area thoroughly with a degreaser suitable for the surface, rinse or wipe it off, and let it dry. Finish with a residue-free cleaner.
Install
Dry-fit the cover with the liner on, using the photos to find its position. Mark the edges with masking tape. Peel the liner and press firmly across the whole piece. Install only with the engine off and cool. The Installation tab has the full steps.
Care
Wipe with mild soap and water and a soft cloth when the engine is cool. Avoid abrasive pads.
Why stainless under the hood
The polish is in the steel rather than a plated coat, so routine wiping does not wear it through. If you fit other exterior QAA pieces later, check each listing for its finish.
Part details
SKU RC16175, UPC 691821546619. For help matching exterior kits to your cab and bed, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
RC16175 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RC16175 |
| UPC | 691821546619 |
| Part type | Engine Trim - Radiator Cover |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| 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 | 2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma |
Fitment: RC16175
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Tacoma | 2016-2023 | 4-door, Pickup Truck |
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 2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma
- PP16175: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP16172: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RT16175: 1-piece Tailgate Accent Trim
- SGR16175: 6-piece "TACOMA" Tailgate Letter Inserts
- RW16175: 2-piece Sliding Rear Window Trim Accents
- TH16172: 6-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Full Kit
- TH16173: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Full Kit
- TH16174: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Full Kit
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Engine Trim - Radiator Cover
- Unpack the piece and hold it in position to confirm the fit before mounting it.
- 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.
- Step back and check alignment before pressing along the full length of the piece.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: RC16175 Engine Trim - Radiator Cover
What does RC16175 fit?
The Toyota Tacoma 4-door pickup, 2016 through 2023.
Where does it go?
It is engine trim, a radiator cover in the engine bay.
Does it depend on cab or bed length?
The radiator cover fitment is not split by cab or bed. Several exterior kits are.
How many pieces?
One.
How does it install?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing surface. Install with the engine off and cool.
