Product Description
Cadillac STS 2005-2011 Rear Deck Accent, Mirror-Polished Stainless (RD45236)
RD45236 is a single polished strip for the trunk of the Cadillac STS 4-door sedan, model years 2005 through 2011. QAA makes it in the USA from 304 stainless steel, and it mounts over the existing surface with 3M tape.
Seven STS years
2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011. Sedan only. The registration or door jamb label confirms the year; a Cadillac sedan with a different nameplate is not covered by this listing.
No size on record
Width and length are not listed for this accent. The photos are the reference; call if you want numbers before buying. A strip of painter's tape across the lid where you picture the accent helps you see how it will look.
Fender moldings for the STS
WZ45236 is a four-piece wheel well fender trim molding, 1.75 inches wide. Fender moldings frame the wheel openings, so they pair naturally with a trunk accent when you want trim on the sides and back.
Two rocker approaches
- TH45236: four pieces on the rocker, 2 inches wide, installing below the door
- TH45237: six pieces on the bottom of the doors, 1.125 inches, spanning up from the door's lower edge
One sits below the doors, the other on them. The photos show the difference.
Rear and small parts
LP45236 is the license plate bezel. GC45236 is the gas door cover. PP45236 and PP45237 are pillar kits in four and six pieces; neither has a coverage note, so the photos show what the larger kit includes.
Material notes
26-gauge 304 stainless steel, polished to a mirror. No plating, so nothing on the face can peel or flake.
Mounting notes
The STS accent mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape alone. According to QAA, that tape will hold for a lifetime and leave the Cadillac unmarked.
Paint check
An STS from these years can have years of wax layered on the trunk. Wash and dry, then wipe the strip's area with a residue-free cleaner until no residue shows on the cloth. Fix chips or soft clearcoat first.
Fitting
Hold the accent in place with the liner on and compare to the photos. Measure each end to the lid edges, adjust, and run painter's tape along the line. On a dry, mild day, peel and press from the center to the ends. The Installation tab explains each step.
Strip and bezel
If you fit LP45236, mount the trunk accent first and center the bezel below it, measuring down from each end.
Care
Wait a few days before washing. Mild soap, a soft towel, and no abrasive pads. Dry the lid afterward.
Why stainless
Check the bezel, fender molding, and rocker listings for their finish alongside the trunk accent.
Before ordering
Confirm the year and sedan body. If you are also fitting a rocker kit, decide whether you want trim on the doors or below them.
Part details
STS deck accent RD45236 (UPC 691821255467). Quality Automotive Trims helps with STS rocker kits at 877-752-3811.
Not sure about something on the STS accent? Ask QAA at 877-752-3811 before you order.
RD45236 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RD45236 |
| UPC | 691821255467 |
| Part type | Rear Deck Accent |
| 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 | 2005-2011 Cadillac STS |
Fitment: RD45236
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac STS | 2005-2011 | 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 2005-2011 Cadillac STS
- GC45236: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- LP45236: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
- PP45236: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP45237: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH45236: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
- TH45237: 6-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit
- WZ45236: 4-piece Wheel Well Fender Trim Molding
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Rear Deck Accent
- 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: RD45236 Rear Deck Accent
Which Cadillac does RD45236 fit?
The Cadillac STS 4-door sedan, 2005 through 2011.
How wide is it?
No width is listed. Check the photos or call.
Are there fender moldings?
Yes, WZ45236, four pieces, 1.75 inches wide.
Which rocker kit goes on the doors?
TH45237, six pieces, 1.125 inches.
How does it mount?
With 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
