Product Description
Chrysler PT Cruiser 2001-2006 Rear Hatch Accent Trim, Polished Stainless (RT41700)
RT41700 is a one-piece polished stainless accent for the rear of the Chrysler PT Cruiser 4-door hatchback, model years 2001 through 2006. QAA classifies it as tailgate accent trim; on the PT Cruiser, that means the rear hatch.
What we know, and what we don't
The record covers the vehicle, years, body, and construction. It doesn't list a width or length, it doesn't describe where on the hatch the strip sits, and it links no other PT Cruiser parts. The product photos are the guide to placement, and Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 can answer anything they don't.
Construction
The PT Cruiser tailgate strip is mirror-polished 26-gauge 304 stainless, made in the USA, and goes on over the existing surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. Per QAA, the tape will hold for a lifetime without damaging the hatchback.
Hatchback only
The record lists the 4-door hatchback. If you have a different PT Cruiser body style, this listing doesn't include it; call before ordering.
Preview before buying
Ask for a measurement, then cut painter's tape to size and place it on the hatch where the photos show the accent. Look at it from behind the car in daylight. It's a two-minute test that tells you whether you'll like it.
Prep on an older hatch
Cars from these years often have sun-faded paint, especially on horizontal surfaces. Check the area under the tape. If it's chalky or flaking, polish or repair it before anything else; tape bonds to the top layer of the surface. Then wash, dry, and wipe with a residue-free cleaner until a fresh cloth comes back clean.
Installing
Dry-fit the strip with its liner on and line it up with the photos. Measure from each end to the hatch edges, and mark a guide with painter's tape. Peel the liner, press the center, and work out toward both ends with firm pressure. Choose a dry day in mild weather. The Installation tab has full steps.
Check clearances
Before peeling, make sure the strip won't touch the hatch handle, a badge, or anything else in its path. The photos show the intended spot.
A small change with a clear effect
A single bright accent on the rear hatch draws the eye on its own, without needing a whole set of trim around it to look finished. If you later decide you want more trim on the car, ask QAA what's available; this listing simply doesn't link other parts.
Upkeep
Wait a few days to wash. Mild soap and a soft cloth from then on. The finish is polished into solid 304 steel, with no plating to fade or lift.
What it is
A decorative accent over the existing paint. It replaces nothing, and the hatch works as before.
Other trim
No other PT Cruiser parts are linked here, but that's how the listing is built, not a statement that nothing else exists. Ask when you call.
PT Cruiser tailgate trim RT41700 carries UPC 691821378715; phone Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811.
RT41700 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RT41700 |
| UPC | 691821378715 |
| Part type | Tailgate Accent Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 1 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2001-2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser |
Fitment: RT41700
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2001-2006 | 4-door, Hatchback |
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.
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: RT41700 Tailgate Accent Trim
Which PT Cruiser does RT41700 fit?
The Chrysler PT Cruiser 4-door hatchback, 2001 through 2006.
Where does it go?
On the rear hatch; QAA classifies it as tailgate accent trim.
How big is it?
No dimensions are listed. Call 877-752-3811.
How does it attach?
3M tape over the existing surface.
