Product Description
TH55385: Platinum-Only Upper Kit for the 2015-2017 Ford Expedition (Not the EL), 5", 4 Pieces
TH55385 is the Platinum kit for the standard 2015-2017 Ford Expedition. The note reads "With top and bottom crease, PLATINUM only (Does not fit the "EL" Model)." The four polished stainless steel pieces are 5" wide and span "from the bottom of the molding DOWN to the specified width."
Two conditions
Your Expedition needs to be a Platinum, and it needs not to be the EL. If it's a Platinum EL, the linked TH55386 is noted for that. If it isn't a Platinum, TH55383 (standard) or TH55384 (EL) are the linked choices; both are marked "NO fitment for PLATINUM EDITION."
What the record does and doesn't explain
It doesn't say why the Platinum needs its own kit, and we won't speculate about the vehicle. It just limits the fit. So confirm your trim from the window sticker or registration rather than by eye.
Crease and coverage
Each piece has a "top and bottom crease," per the note. The photos show the shape. The coverage starts at the molding's lower edge and runs 5" down. Unlike TH55383 and TH55384, this record doesn't include a "NO cut out" note, and it doesn't mention any cut-out either. Look at the photos if that matters on your SUV.
Built from
The Expedition Platinum kit is four creased pieces of polished 26 gauge 304 stainless steel produced in the USA, attached over the existing surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without damaging the Ford.
Other linked listings
SG55383, a 1.25" front grille accent, is noted "Not intended for the Limited model." The record doesn't say whether it suits the Platinum, so ask us before pairing it. LP55383 is a license plate bezel. Check each listing for its finish.
A low-key mock-up
Put painter's tape along the molding's bottom edge and a second line 5" below. That band is the coverage.
Preparing
- Soap and water below the molding
- Thorough rinse and dry
- Isopropyl alcohol wipe just before fitting
Fitting
Hang the four pieces dry with painter's tape and check the creases run level from door to door. Then peel the liner a little at a time and press each piece down from front to rear. Open the doors to confirm clearance before the final press.
After
Keep the Expedition dry for a day, then hand wash with mild soap.
Before you order
Three facts settle this kit: the years (2015-2017), the trim (Platinum), and the body (not the EL). Have them ready when you call, along with a side photo. We can then check the photos of this kit against your SUV and confirm it, or point you to one of the other three listings if something does not match.
Pairing the sides
Lay the four pieces out on a towel before starting and sort them by shape. Label each liner with its door. When the first pieces are on, measure their spacing and keep it for the rest.
Not sure of your trim? Call 877-752-3811. Quality Automotive Trims, SKU TH55385, UPC 691821588091.
TH55385 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | TH55385 |
| UPC | 691821588091 |
| Part type | Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit |
| Pieces in kit | 4 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 5" |
| Coverage / notes | With top and bottom crease, PLATINUM only (Does not fit the “EL” Model); Spans from the bottom of the molding DOWN to the specified width |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2015-2017 Ford Expedition |
Fitment: TH55385
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Expedition | 2015-2017 | 4-door, SUV |
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 2015-2017 Ford Expedition
- SG55383: 1-piece Front Grille Accent Trim
- TH55386: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- TH55383: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- TH55384: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
- LP55383: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Rocker Panel Trim, Upper 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: TH55385 Rocker Panel Trim, Upper Kit
Does TH55385 fit the Expedition EL?
No. The note says "Does not fit the "EL" Model." TH55386 is the Platinum kit noted for the EL.
Does it fit a non-Platinum Expedition?
No, it's noted "PLATINUM only."
How wide is it?
5", from the bottom of the molding down.
How many pieces?
Four.
