Product Description
Toyota RAV4 2013-2018 Slim Lower Door Trim, 0.875", Four Pieces (TH13180)
For a restrained touch of steel on a 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4, TH13180 is the narrow choice. It's a four-piece Lower Kit just 0.875" wide, placed "On the doors only, spans from the bottom of the door UP to the specified width." That's a seven-eighths-inch band of polished stainless steel along the bottom of each door.
Two RAV4 lower kits
QAA links a second Lower Kit for the same RAV4: TH13181. Both are four pieces and both sit on the doors from the bottom edge up. The difference is in the width. TH13180 is a constant 0.875". TH13181 is listed with a "1.375 - 2.5" tapered Width," so it's wider throughout and changes height along its length. If you want a fine line, choose this one; if you want more steel, look at TH13181. You wouldn't fit both, since they cover the same area.
Which RAV4
Fitment is the Toyota RAV4 4-door SUV for 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018. If yours is newer or older, this listing doesn't cover it.
The steel, the tape
The four 0.875" RAV4 strips go on the doors only, rising from the door bottom; they are USA-made polished 26 gauge 304 stainless held by 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. Per QAA, the tape will hold for a lifetime with no harm to the 2013-2018 Toyota.
A narrow strip shows every wobble
Under an inch wide, the strip reads as a line, and the eye picks up any step between front and rear doors. Use the bottom edge of each door as the reference and keep the lower edge of every piece tight to it. Check the line from a few steps back before pressing anything down.
Doing the prep
An SUV's lower doors are in the spray zone. Wash with soapy water, rinse well, and dry. Then go along the bottom two inches of each door with isopropyl alcohol on a lint-free cloth, paying attention to the very edge where grit collects.
Install sequence
Match each piece to a door by length and shape; the listing doesn't label them. Hold the first one in place with its liner on and gently close the door to check clearance. Peel a few inches of liner, anchor one end, and press along the length. Do the neighboring door next so each front and rear piece meet cleanly at the gap.
Waiting
Let the tape set for about a day before the SUV sees a wash. Warm weather makes a difference; a cold morning install is best avoided.
Other RAV4 parts linked by QAA
AT13180 body side molding accents w1; PP13180, PP13181, PP13182 and PP13183 pillar kits; WP13180 and WP13181 window packages; RW13180 rear window trim; DH13180 door handle accents and DH13181 door handle covers; and GC13180 gas door cover. Check each listing for its finish.
Keeping it clean
A rinse after winter drives does the most good. Wash with a gentle soap and clear water spots with a non-abrasive polish.
Questions on choosing between TH13180 and TH13181? Quality Automotive Trims, 877-752-3811. SKU TH13180, UPC 691821594863.
TH13180 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | TH13180 |
| UPC | 691821594863 |
| Part type | Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit |
| Pieces in kit | 4 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 0.875" |
| Coverage / notes | On the doors only, spans from the bottom of the door UP to the specified width |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2013-2018 Toyota Rav4 |
Fitment: TH13180
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Rav4 | 2013-2018 | 4-door, SUV |
Match the year, model, and body style in this table to your vehicle before ordering. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2013-2018 Toyota Rav4
- AT13180: 4-piece Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- DH13180: 4-piece Door Handle Accent Trim
- DH13181: 8-piece Door Handle Cover Kit
- GC13180: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- PP13180: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP13181: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP13182: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP13183: 10-piece Pillar Post Trim
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit
- Unpack all 4 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: TH13180 Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit
How wide is TH13180?
0.875", from the bottom of each door up.
How is it different from TH13181?
TH13181 is also a four-piece lower kit on the doors, but it tapers from 1.375" to 2.5".
Can I install both?
They cover the same area of the doors, so you'd choose one.
Which years fit?
Toyota RAV4 2013 through 2018, 4-door SUV.
How is it attached?
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. Call 877-752-3811 with questions.
