Product Description
Jaguar S-Type 2000-2008 Tall Lower Door Kit, 4.5"-5.5" Tapered, Eight Pieces (TH20098)
TH20098 is an eight-piece Lower Kit in polished stainless steel for the Jaguar S-Type sedan, model years 2000 through 2008. It's tall for a lower kit: a "4.5" - 5.5" tapered Width" that "Spans from the bottom of the door UP to the specified width." Each piece rises between four and a half and five and a half inches from the bottom edge.
Eight pieces, four doors
The S-Type is listed as a 4-door sedan, and the kit has eight pieces. The note doesn't say "On the doors only," and the record doesn't explain how the eight are distributed, whether two per door or some on the body panels. Study the product photos, and if the layout isn't clear, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
A full inch of taper
The width changes by an inch along the run. The record doesn't say which end is taller. Lay out all eight pieces, compare them with the photos, and mark each one's position and direction with painter's tape before installing.
Nine model years
Jaguar S-Type, 4-door sedan, 2000 through 2008.
Material and adhesive
Cut in the USA from polished 26 gauge 304 stainless, the eight tapered S-Type pieces go onto the existing door surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. QAA says the tape will hold for a lifetime without damaging the Jaguar.
A tall band needs sound paint
With up to 5.5" of coverage, the tape touches a lot of paint. On a sedan of this age, inspect that band closely. Polish oxidized paint to a firm finish; repair chips, bubbles or flaking and let them cure. Then wash, dry and wipe the lower six inches of every door with isopropyl alcohol.
Installing
Test neighboring pieces together, liners on. Bottom edges sit on the bottom of the doors; the tapered tops should form a continuous line from front to rear. Open and close each door to check the ends. Then peel the liner gradually and press across the full height of each piece.
Linked S-Type parts
PP20098, a four-piece pillar post kit; DH20098, four-piece door handle accents; and DH20099, eight-piece door handle accents with surround. Check each listing for its finish.
Supplies
Car soap, polish, isopropyl alcohol, lint-free cloths, painter's tape and a tape measure. A helper is useful for tall pieces.
Matching the sides
As the pieces go on, measure where each joint falls from the front wheel opening so the spacing stays consistent. On pieces this tall, matched joints make the biggest difference to the finished look.
Conditions
A warm, dry day. Wait about a day before washing, and keep the car out of deep water. Large pieces bond best on warm panels, so use a garage on a cool day.
Care
Rinse salt off the lower doors and polish the large steel surfaces with a non-abrasive product; dry after washing to avoid spots.
Questions about the layout? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811. SKU TH20098, UPC 691821647439.
TH20098 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | TH20098 |
| UPC | 691821647439 |
| Part type | Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit |
| Pieces in kit | 8 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 4.5" to 5.5" tapered |
| Coverage / notes | 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 | 2000-2008 Jaguar S-Type |
Fitment: TH20098
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Jaguar S-Type | 2000-2008 | 4-door, Sedan |
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 2000-2008 Jaguar S-Type
- DH20098: 4-piece Door Handle Accent Trim
- DH20099: 8-piece Door Handle Accent Trim
- PP20098: 4-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 8 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: TH20098 Rocker Panel Trim, Lower Kit
How tall is TH20098?
It tapers from 4.5" to 5.5".
Where does it go?
From the bottom of the door up to the specified width.
Why eight pieces?
The record doesn't explain the layout. Check the photos or call 877-752-3811.
Which years fit?
Jaguar S-Type sedan, 2000 through 2008.
How does it attach?
3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
