Product Description
Stainless Steel Liftgate Handle Surround for the 2016-2019 Ford Explorer (DH56330)
The Explorer's liftgate handle gets touched every time the cargo area opens, so it's a natural spot for some polished metal, and the photos show how the accent frames it. DH56330 is a single stainless steel accent for it, listed by QAA as tailgate handle accent trim with a one-word note: "Surround." On an SUV like the Explorer, that means the rear liftgate handle.
Fitment
Ford Explorer, 2016 through 2019, tagged 4-door SUV. That is the only row, and it matches the title. The Fitment tab shows it as entered.
What "surround" suggests
A surround is trim that frames a handle instead of covering it. The catalog gives no dimensions or diagram, so the product photos are the guide to its exact shape and where it sits around the handle. Compare them with your own liftgate before ordering.
The metal
This piece is 304 stainless steel, 26 gauge, polished to a bright finish, and made in the USA. That puts it in a different category from plated plastic trim: the shine is the metal itself. The thin gauge lets it follow the curve of the panel around the handle.
Mounting
The Explorer's tailgate handle trim fits over the existing surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape. QAA says the tape will last a lifetime without damaging the Ford's surface.
Fitting the surround
Wash the area around the liftgate handle and rinse well. Degrease, then give it time to dry, including the edges where water collects. Hold the surround up with the liner on, check how it centers on the handle, and mark the edges with painter's tape. Peel, align with the marks and press firmly all the way around. Go around once more after a minute, since stainless doesn't flex as readily as plastic. Full steps are in the Installation tab.
Centering tip
Step back a few paces before you peel the liner. A surround that looks centered from up close can look off from across the driveway, and it's much easier to adjust now than once the tape grabs.
Other Explorer trim from QAA
Several parts are cross-listed for the same years:
- RD56330, a 1pc rear deck accent, 1.25" wide
- MI56330, a 4pc body molding insert trim kit, 0.75" wide
- GC56330, a 1pc gas door cover trim
- MC56330, a 2pc snap on replacement mirror cover set
Pairing this surround with the rear deck accent keeps the back of the Explorer consistent. Check each part's photos for placement, and call if you want help choosing a combination.
Before ordering
Confirm your Explorer is a 2016 to 2019 model and that the handle area matches the photos.
Weather and care
Install on a mild, dry day out of direct sun and keep the Explorer dry overnight. Clean it later with mild soap and a soft towel. Steel wool or abrasive pads will scratch the polish.
Questions
Explorer tailgate questions can go to 877-752-3811; reference DH56330, and check Specs for the UPC.
DH56330 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | DH56330 |
| UPC | 691821690480 |
| Part type | Tailgate Handle 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 | 2016-2019 Ford Explorer |
Fitment: DH56330
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Explorer | 2016-2019 | 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 2016-2019 Ford Explorer
- MI56330: 4-piece Body Molding Insert Trim Kit
- GC56330: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- RD56330: 1-piece Rear Deck Accent
- MC56330: 2-piece Mirror Cover Set
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Tailgate Handle 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: DH56330 Tailgate Handle Accent Trim
What does DH56330 fit?
The 2016-2019 Ford Explorer, 4-door SUV.
Is it a cover or a surround?
QAA notes it as a surround, a trim piece that frames the rear handle. Check the photos for the exact shape.
What is it made of?
Polished 304 stainless steel, 26 gauge, made in the USA.
Does it need drilling?
No. It installs directly over the existing surface with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape.
How long does the tape hold?
QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the surface of the vehicle.
