Product Description
Ford Taurus X 2008-2009 Liftgate Accent, 2.938-Inch Stainless Steel (RD48355)
Only two model years, and a wide strip: RD48355 is listed for the Ford Taurus X crossover SUV, 2008 and 2009, and measures 2.938 inches across. It is one piece of mirror-polished 304 stainless steel, made in the USA, mounted with 3M tape.
A short fitment window
The Taurus X record covers just 2008 and 2009, 4-door crossover SUV. Check your registration to be sure of the year before ordering.
Close to three inches
2.938 inches is just under three inches, a broad band of polish. Before committing, lay painter's tape that wide across the liftgate where the photos put the strip and see how it suits the rear.
On the liftgate
QAA's part name is rear deck accent. The Taurus X has a liftgate, and that is where the strip goes.
Pillar kits and the keypad
Two pillar kits are linked. PP48355 has four pieces and is noted as including the keyless entry touch pad. PP48356 has six pieces with no such note. If your Taurus X has the exterior keypad, read those notes and look at the photos before choosing, or call.
Rocker and wheel wells
- TH48355: a four-piece full rocker kit, 8.478 to 9.25 inches, on the doors only, spanning from the bottom of the molding to the bottom of the door
- WQ48355: a six-piece wheel well accent set
That rocker kit is a tall piece of trim, so it changes the side profile more than a narrow strip would.
Steel
The Taurus X accent is 26-gauge 304 stainless polished to a mirror, with no plating to wear.
Tape
The 2.938" Taurus X strip mounts on the existing surface using 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. That tape, QAA says, will hold for a lifetime without harming the Ford.
Getting the gate ready
A wide strip needs a wide clean area. Wash and dry the gate, then wipe the full footprint with a residue-free cleaner until the cloth stays clean. Fix loose paint first.
Lining up a wide piece
With the liner on, set it where the photos show. Measure both ends to the gate edges and mark the top and bottom edges with painter's tape, since a wide strip shows any tilt.
Applying
Pick a dry, moderate day. Peel the liner and press from the center outward, working the full width as you go. The Installation tab has details.
Care
Wait a few days before washing. Then mild soap and a soft cloth, and dry the gate when you finish.
Why stainless
On a strip this wide, the finish is on display. Polished 304 stainless has no plated layer, so the mirror look comes from the steel itself and a light scuff exposes more of the same metal. Check the linked pillar, rocker, and wheel well listings for their own finish details.
What it is
A decorative band for the rear. It does not replace a factory part on the Taurus X.
Before ordering
Confirm 2008 or 2009, then try the painter's tape preview.
Part details
SKU RD48355, UPC 691821741519. Questions about the keypad pillar kit? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
RD48355 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RD48355 |
| UPC | 691821741519 |
| Part type | Rear Deck Accent |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 2.938" |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X |
Fitment: RD48355
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Taurus X | 2008-2009 | 4-door, Crossover 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 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X
- PP48355: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP48356: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH48355: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Full Kit
- WQ48355: 6-piece Wheel Well Accent Trim
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: RD48355 Rear Deck Accent
Which years does RD48355 fit?
The Ford Taurus X 2008 and 2009, 4-door crossover SUV.
How wide is it?
2.938 inches.
Which pillar kit includes the keypad piece?
PP48355, the four-piece kit, is noted as including the keyless entry touch pad.
Where does it go?
On the rear liftgate.
How does it attach?
3M tape over the existing surface.
