Product Description
2016-2023 Tacoma Access Cab 5' Bed Full Rocker Panel Kit, 8"-8.375", 4 Pieces (TH16173)
For the Toyota Tacoma Access Cab with the 5' bed, model years 2016 through 2023, QAA's Full Kit is TH16173. It's four pieces of polished stainless steel with an "8" - 8.375" tapered Width," and it "Spans from the bottom of the molding to the bottom of the door." It covers the panel area beneath the molding, a band roughly eight inches tall.
Why the bed length matters here
The kit is described in terms of the molding and the doors, so you could expect one kit for every Access Cab. QAA catalogs two: this four-piece kit for the 5' bed and a six-piece kit, TH16172, for the 6' bed. The record doesn't say what the difference covers. Order by your exact cab and bed, and call 877-752-3811 if you want the layout explained.
The other two Tacoma Full Kits
For the Double Cab, there's TH16174 (5' bed, four pieces) and TH16175 (6' bed, eight pieces). All four kits share the same width and note.
Material
Each Tacoma piece is made in the USA from polished 304 stainless steel in 26 gauge.
Mounting
The four Access Cab 5' bed pieces bond to the existing surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. Per QAA, the tape will hold for a lifetime without harming the Tacoma.
Measuring your truck
Take a tape measure from the lower edge of the molding to the bottom of the door. It should land in the 8" to 8.375" range this kit is cut for. If it's well outside that, or your truck has no molding at that height, call before you order.
The taper
Three-eighths of an inch, from one end to the other. Small, but it determines which way the pieces face. The photos and a dry fit will tell you.
Companion molding inserts
MI16173 is linked for the same Access Cab, 5' bed: a four-piece body molding insert kit w1.5. The record doesn't describe how it meets the Full Kit; compare photos if you're considering both.
Clean and fit
Wash and dry the lower panels, then wipe with isopropyl alcohol from the door bottoms up to and including the molding's lower edge. Dry-fit the four pieces with liners on, tops against the molding, and open each door to check the gaps. Peel and press in short sections, covering the full height with firm pressure.
Afterward
About a day before washing, and skip the mud for that first day. Install on a warm, dry day or in a garage.
Linked Tacoma trim
PP16172 Access Cab pillars, RT16175 tailgate accent, SGR16175 "TACOMA" letters, RC16175 radiator cover, and RW16175 and RW16176 sliding rear window accents (each with its own window requirement). Check each listing for its finish.
Care
Rinse mud and salt off the lower body, and dry the large panels with a soft towel to avoid water spots.
Questions before ordering
Have your cab, bed length and model year ready, and Quality Automotive Trims can confirm the right Full Kit at 877-752-3811. SKU TH16173, UPC 691821317318.
TH16173 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | TH16173 |
| UPC | 691821317318 |
| Part type | Rocker Panel Trim, Full Kit |
| Pieces in kit | 4 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 8" to 8.375" tapered |
| Coverage / notes | Spans from the bottom of the molding to the bottom of the door |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma |
Fitment: TH16173
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Tacoma | 2016-2023 | 4-door, Access Cab, 5' Bed |
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
- TH16174: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Full Kit
- TH16175: 8-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Full Kit
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Rocker Panel Trim, Full 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: TH16173 Rocker Panel Trim, Full Kit
Which Tacoma fits TH16173?
2016 through 2023 Access Cab with the 5' bed.
What if I have the 6' bed?
That's TH16172, a six-piece kit.
Where does it go?
From the bottom of the molding to the bottom of the door.
How tall is it?
8" to 8.375", tapered.
Is there a molding insert kit for this truck?
MI16173 is linked. Call 877-752-3811 to discuss both.
