Product Description
Kia Sportage 2011-2016 Side Molding Insert Kit, 2.625"-3" Tapered, Six Pieces (TH11835)
TH11835 is a six-piece Insert Kit for the Kia Sportage SUV, model years 2011 through 2016. Its notes put it at the "Side Molding," and the width bullet reads "2.625" - 3" tapered Width, with trim crease." That is a lot of detail packed into one line, so here is what the listing does and doesn't tell you.
What the record states
- Six pieces of polished stainless steel
- Width tapers from 2.625" to 3"
- The pieces have a trim crease
- Part type: Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit, side molding
- Kia Sportage 4-door SUV, 2011-2016
What it doesn't
The listing doesn't give piece lengths, which pieces go on which panel, which end of the taper is wider, or exactly where the crease runs. Six pieces on a four-door body means some panels take more than one piece, or the kit reaches beyond the doors, but the data doesn't say which. The product photos are the guide, and Quality Automotive Trims can walk you through it at 877-752-3811.
The crease
A crease is a bend formed into the steel. It gives the piece a shaped profile rather than a flat one. When you dry-fit, see how the crease lines up with the surface it sits on; a piece that rocks or leaves a gap along its length is in the wrong spot or turned the wrong way.
The other Sportage rocker part
QAA links TH11836, a two-piece strip 1.25" wide that installs below the door, on the rocker. TH11835 sits up at the side molding instead. Pick one, or plan both.
Material and mounting
The six Sportage molding pieces are cut in the USA from polished 26 gauge 304 stainless steel, and they go directly over the existing surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. According to QAA, the tape will hold for a lifetime without harming the Kia.
Lay out all six first
Unpack the kit on a clean towel and arrange the pieces by size and shape. Compare them with the photos and label each with painter's tape: side and position. This step saves the most time on a six-piece set.
Surface prep
Wash and dry the sides of the SUV, then wipe the full area each piece will cover with isopropyl alcohol. Because the widest section is 3", clean a generous band.
Fitting the pieces
Hold each piece in place with its liner on and check that the crease seats and the tapered edge flows into the next piece. Open the doors to confirm nothing catches at the gaps. Peel, press, and move to the next piece only when you're happy with the last one.
Cure
Allow about a day before washing; warm, dry conditions help.
More linked Sportage parts
PP11835, PP11836 and PP11837 pillar kits; WP11835 and WP11836 window packages; RD11835 deck accent w1.75; and SGB11835, a three-piece grille accent with a mesh design. Check each listing for its finish.
Upkeep
Rinse after salty drives and wash with mild soap. A non-abrasive polish clears water spots.
The six Sportage pieces, 2.625 to 3 inches wide, are TH11835 with UPC 691821726424; ring 877-752-3811 with questions.
TH11835 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | TH11835 |
| UPC | 691821726424 |
| Part type | Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit |
| Pieces in kit | 6 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 2.625" to 3" tapered |
| Coverage / notes | With trim crease; Side Molding |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2011-2016 Kia Sportage |
Fitment: TH11835
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sportage | 2011-2016 | 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 2011-2016 Kia Sportage
- SGB11835: 3-piece Grille Accent
- PP11835: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP11836: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP11837: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RD11835: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
- TH11836: 2-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
- WP11835: 12-piece Window Trim Package
- WP11836: 4-piece Window Trim Package
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit
- Unpack all 6 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: TH11835 Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit
Where does TH11835 go?
At the side molding, per QAA's notes. It's an Insert Kit.
How wide is it?
It tapers from 2.625" to 3" and has a trim crease.
Why six pieces?
The record doesn't break down where each goes. The photos show the layout; call 877-752-3811 to confirm.
How is it different from TH11836?
TH11836 is a two-piece 1.25" strip on the rocker below the door.
Which years fit?
Kia Sportage 2011 through 2016, 4-door SUV.
