Product Description
12-Piece Polished Stainless Side Molding Accent for the 2010-2017 Chevrolet Equinox (AT50160)
The 2010-2017 Chevrolet Equinox spent eight model years as one of Chevy's mainstream SUVs, and QAA's AT50160 is cut for the 4-door Equinox across that whole span. It is a twelve-piece body side molding accent in polished stainless steel, 1" wide. Twelve pieces means the accent is broken into many shaped segments that follow the Equinox's body, rather than a few long straight strips.
The layout
QAA does not publish where each of the twelve segments goes, so we will not guess. The product photos show the arrangement on the vehicle, and they are the best way to see how the finished accent will look. Keep them open on your phone while you install, too. If anything in the photos is unclear, call us before you order and we will describe the layout for you.
Material and finish
Each segment is made in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel and polished to a mirror shine. Because the brightness is the steel, not a plated coating, it pairs naturally with any chrome already on the car, such as on the grille or around the windows if yours has it. For reference, 304 is one of the most widely used stainless grades, and 26 gauge describes the thickness of the sheet.
Installation
QAA pre-applies 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape to each piece, and the kit installs directly over the existing surface of the Equinox. No drilling, and nothing on the vehicle has to be removed. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface. Twelve pieces is a careful job but not a difficult one. Group the twelve Equinox pieces, clean and dry where they'll go, and dry-fit one whole side before any backing comes off. Step back from the vehicle once or twice to check that the line looks even. The Installation tab spells out the order of work.
Matching Equinox trim
QAA catalogs several other parts for the same 2010-2017 Equinox:
- TH50160, a four-piece rocker panel insert kit at 1.5" that goes on the cladding, with adhesive around the perimeter, in the side molding area.
- MI50160, a four-piece body molding insert kit with a width of 0.5" to 1.5".
- Pillar post kits in four and six pieces, and a six-piece wheel well accent.
- A license plate bezel and a rear deck accent at 2.125".
Because TH50160 and MI50160 also work in the side molding area, compare their photos with this kit before ordering more than one. Links to all of them are in the Fitment tab.
Model years
QAA lists the kit for the 4-door Equinox SUV in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. Eight years of the same body style means plenty of these SUVs are covered, whether bought new or used.
Questions
Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your model year, and mention part number AT50160. We will confirm the fit and help you choose between the side molding options. The UPC is in the Specs tab.
AT50160 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | AT50160 |
| UPC | 691821379071 |
| Part type | Body Side Molding Accent Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 12 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 1" |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape (pre-applied); installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2010-2017 Chevrolet Equinox |
Fitment: AT50160
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Equinox | 2010-2017 | 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 2010-2017 Chevrolet Equinox
- LP50160: 1-piece License Plate Bezel
- MI50160: 4-piece Molding Insert
- PP50160: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP50161: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RD50160: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
- TH50160: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit
- WQ50160: 6-piece Wheel Well Accent Trim
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- Unpack all 12 pieces and match each one to its position on the vehicle before removing any tape liner.
- Clean and dry the mounting surface so the 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape bonds to paint or trim, not dirt or wax.
- Peel the liner, align the piece, and press it firmly into place directly over the existing surface.
- 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: AT50160 Body Side Molding Accent Trim
What vehicle does AT50160 fit?
The 2010 through 2017 Chevrolet Equinox, 4-door SUV.
How many pieces and how wide?
Twelve pieces, 1" wide.
Is it stainless steel?
Yes, polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
How does it install?
With pre-applied 3M acrylic foam tape over the existing surface, no drilling. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without damaging the surface.
Should I get this or the TH50160 insert kit?
Both are listed for the side molding area. Compare the photos on each listing, or call us and we will help you choose.
Who do I call?
Quality Automotive Trims, 877-752-3811.
