Product Description
Tapered Stainless Side Molding Accent for the 2008-2011 Ford Focus Sedan, 6 Pieces (AT48345)
AT48345 brings a tapered stainless accent to the 2008-2011 Ford Focus sedan. QAA cut the kit in six pieces with a width that narrows from 0.625" to 0.125", so the bright line starts as a slim band and fades down to a fine point. That taper keeps the brightwork elegant rather than heavy, and it gives the side of the Focus a sense of movement.
What tapering does on a small car
A wide, constant strip can overwhelm a compact body. A tapered one draws the eye along the doors and then gets out of the way. At its widest, this accent is just over half an inch, and at its narrowest it is an eighth of an inch. The catalog does not give piece lengths, so check the product photos to see where the taper starts and finishes on the car.
Six pieces, cut for the Focus
The kit is made for the 4-door Focus sedan. Every piece is shaped by QAA for that body, so you are not cutting a universal strip. With six pieces, the accent is divided into sections that follow the doors and body panels. Keep the pieces in the order shown in the photos as you unpack them.
Material
QAA makes the accent in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, polished to a mirror shine. Because the shine is the steel itself, it pairs well with the chrome or bright trim already on the car. Grade 304 is a common stainless for exterior parts, and 26 gauge refers to the sheet thickness.
Mounting
Each piece carries pre-applied 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape and installs directly over the existing surface. There is no drilling and nothing to take off. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface. With a tapered design, line up the wide ends first, since they set the position, then let the narrow ends follow. The Installation tab has a full sequence.
More Focus trim
QAA catalogs a wide set of cross-listed parts for the 2008-2011 Focus sedan. MI48345 is a four-piece body molding insert kit with its own taper from 1.75" to 0.563". There are pillar post kits in four, six, and eight pieces, an eight-piece door handle accent, an eight-piece door handle cover kit, and a two-piece mirror cover set. The list also includes a rear deck accent, a rocker panel kit, a window trim package, and a wheel well accent. All of them are linked from the Fitment tab, so you can check each one's finish and plan the side accent with the rest of the car.
Fitment
The kit is listed for the 4-door Focus sedan in 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011. Coupe and hatchback versions are not part of this listing.
Help with your order
Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year and the part number AT48345. The UPC and full specifications are in the Specs tab.
AT48345 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | AT48345 |
| UPC | 691821651443 |
| Part type | Body Side Molding Accent Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 6 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 0.625" to 0.125" tapered |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape (pre-applied); installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2008-2011 Ford Focus |
Fitment: AT48345
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Focus | 2008-2011 | 4-door, Sedan |
Check your vehicle against every column here: year range, model, and body style all have to match. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2008-2011 Ford Focus
- DH48345: 8-piece Door Handle Accent Trim
- DH48346: 8-piece Door Handle Cover Kit
- MC48346: 2-piece Mirror Cover Set
- MI48345: 4-piece Body Molding Insert Trim Kit
- PP48345: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP48346: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP48347: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- RD48345: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- Unpack all 6 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: AT48345 Body Side Molding Accent Trim
Which Focus does AT48345 fit?
The 2008 through 2011 Ford Focus, 4-door sedan.
How wide is the trim?
It tapers from 0.625" down to 0.125".
How many pieces come in the kit?
Six.
What material is it?
Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
How do I install it?
The 3M acrylic foam tape is pre-applied. Clean the surface, align the wide ends first, and press. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without damaging the paint.
Is there a wider insert option?
Yes, MI48345 is a four-piece body molding insert kit that tapers from 1.75" to 0.563".
