Product Description
Ford F-150 2004-2014 Tailgate Accent with 4X4 Cut Out, 6.5-Inch Polished Stainless (RT44309)
RT44309 is the tailgate accent QAA lists with a "4X4" cut out. It is one polished stainless panel, 6.5 inches wide by the record, for the Ford F-150 from 2004 through 2014, 2-door and 4-door pickups.
Why the cut out matters
The note on this listing reads "With 4X4 cut out." That is the one recorded difference between RT44309 and its linked twin RT44308, which has the same width, the same piece count, and the same fitment but carries no cutout note. If your F-150 has a 4X4 badge on the tailgate in the area the accent covers, this is the version made around it. The data doesn't give the size or exact position of the opening, so look at the product photos side by side with your own tailgate before ordering.
Not sure which you have?
Take a straight-on picture of your tailgate and call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811. A quick description of your badge layout settles it.
Material and attachment
Each panel is 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, mirror-polished and made in the USA. It mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape over the existing finish. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle surface.
Lining up a cut out
A panel with an opening leaves less room for error than a plain one. Dry-fit with the liner on and slide the panel until the badge sits in the opening evenly. Then put painter's tape along the top edge and at both ends so you can return to that exact spot. Only then start peeling.
Pressing it down
Peel the liner from one end, set that end to your marks, and roll your hand across toward the other end as the liner comes away. Press firmly along every edge, and around the opening, where the tape area is narrowest. A dry day in mild temperatures gives the adhesive its best start. More detail is in the Installation tab.
Surface first
On a truck that has worked for a living, inspect the tailgate paint before anything else. Flaking or chalky clearcoat needs repair, since the tape can only hold as well as that layer does. Wash, dry, and clean the area with a residue-free wipe until a fresh cloth stays clean; old wax is the usual reason a bond fails.
Care
Hold off on washing for a few days. Then use mild soap and a soft cloth, and skip abrasive pads so the polish stays a mirror.
More F-150 trim
Linked parts include AT44302 and AT44312 side accents, the MI44300, MI44302 and MI44312 molding inserts, the TH44300, TH44302 and TH44312 rocker kits, and door handle covers DH44302 through DH44310. Many are tagged for a specific cab or bed, so read those tags, and check each listing for its finish.
What it is
Decorative trim that sits on top of the tailgate. It replaces no factory part, and the gate works the same afterward.
F-150 2004-2014 tailgate accent RT44309, UPC 691821427499. Quality Automotive Trims answers at 877-752-3811.
RT44309 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RT44309 |
| UPC | 691821427499 |
| Part type | Tailgate Accent Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 6.5" |
| Coverage / notes | With "4X4" cut out |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2004-2014 Ford F-150 |
Fitment: RT44309
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | 2004-2014 | 2-door, 4-door, Pickup Truck |
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 2004-2014 Ford F-150
- AT44302: 10-piece Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- AT44312: 10-piece Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- DH44302: 4-piece Door Handle Cover Kit
- DH44305: 4-piece Door Handle Cover Kit
- DH44306: 4-piece Door Handle Cover Kit
- DH44308: 8-piece Door Handle Cover Kit
- DH44310: 8-piece Door Handle Cover Kit
- MI44300: 10-piece Body Molding Insert Trim Kit
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Tailgate Accent Trim
- Unpack the piece and hold it in position to confirm the fit before mounting it.
- 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.
- Step back and check alignment before pressing along the full length of the piece.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: RT44309 Tailgate Accent Trim
Is RT44309 the version with the 4X4 cut out?
Yes. The listing notes "With 4X4 cut out." Its twin RT44308 has no cutout note.
Which trucks does it fit?
The Ford F-150, 2004 through 2014, 2-door and 4-door pickups.
How big is the opening?
The data doesn't give its size or position. Check the photos or call 877-752-3811.
How wide is the panel?
6.5 inches, per the record.
How does it attach?
With 3M tape over the existing surface.
