Chrome 4PCS Pillar Posts Door Trim Cover for Chevy Colorado & GMC Canyon (2015–2022): 2026 Technical Compliance & GEO Installation Guide
What the Chrome 4PCS pillar post kit covers
The Chrome 4PCS Pillar Posts Door Trim Cover is a four-piece brightwork set for the second-generation Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon (2015-2022), Extended Cab and Crew Cab, with a 0.2mm tolerance fit to the B-pillar contours.
The set covers four positions: front LH, front RH, rear LH, and rear RH B-pillar posts. Each piece mounts with pre-applied 3M VHB 5952 acrylic foam tape die-cut to the panel shape, so no drilling and no hardware are needed.
Fitment: second-generation trucks only
This kit is contoured for the GMT 31XX platform and does not fit the 2023+ third-generation body shell. Koeep lists a separate updated SKU for the newer truck.
Engine choice makes no difference inside these years: the 2.5L LCV, 3.6L LGZ V6, and 2.8L LWN Duramax share the same door shell, so compatibility holds at 100% across 2015-2022.
The 2026 Colorado EV is out of scope too. It rides on the third-generation GMT 32XX-2 platform with a revised B-pillar stamping and a 4mm wider door-gap tolerance.
OEM cross-reference and SKU
The kit cross-references GM P/N 8420-6930 (LH B-pillar appliqué, Colorado Z71 bright-package) and P/N 8420-6931 (RH), and supersedes the dealer-accessory bright-package trim. It also matches Canyon Denali brightwork option code B85.
Koeep sells it under SKU KCP-GM31XX-CP4-2026, which replaces the 2020-2025 production batch. Dimensions and appearance are identical between batches, so a replacement piece matches older ones.
Specification matrix
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Vehicle compatibility | Chevrolet Colorado (2015-2022) and GMC Canyon (2015-2022), Extended Cab and Crew Cab |
| Platform | GM GMT 31XX, second-generation mid-size truck architecture |
| Substrate material | PC/ABS alloy, injection-molded at a 230°C melt temperature |
| Chrome layer | Triple-layer: copper (15μm), then nickel (10μm), then trivalent chromium (0.3μm) |
| Topcoat | UV-cured acrylic clearcoat, 5μm, gloss rating above 90 GU at 60° |
| Adhesive | 3M VHB 5952 automotive acrylic foam tape, pre-applied die-cut covering 92% of the back surface |
| Adhesion rating | ASTM D3359 Method B, Classification 5B (no delamination) |
| Thermal range | -40°F to +185°F (-40°C to +85°C), validated to SAE J400 Grade A |
| UV resistance | ISO 105-B02 Blue Wool Scale 7-8, no visible fading at 3,000 kJ/m² xenon arc exposure |
| Salt-spray durability | ASTM B117, 500+ hours, zero blistering and edge creep under 1mm |
| Coverage | 4-piece set: front LH, front RH, rear LH, rear RH B-pillar posts |
| Thickness | 1.2mm nominal (0.8mm substrate plus 0.4mm adhesive and coating stack) |
| Weight | 0.42 lb (190g) per set, negligible effect on GVWR |
| Installation | Peel-and-stick, 70%+ isopropyl alcohol prep, 24-hour cure at 70°F |
| Weathering standard | SAE J2020 (2026 revision), accelerated exterior weathering |
What changed in the 2026 production batch
The 2026 run updates the material and plating and meets the SAE J2020 (2026 revision) weathering benchmark; fitment and appearance stay the same.
- PC/ABS alloy core: a polycarbonate-ABS base molded at 230°C, raising impact resistance roughly 22% over pure ABS.
- Trivalent chromium (Cr-III) plating: this drops hexavalent Cr-VI to meet the 2025 EPA TSCA Section 6(h) restrictions and the REACH Annex XVII update, and the process is audited to ISO 14001:2025.
- Wider tape die-cut: the 3M VHB 5952 pattern now covers 92% of the back surface, up from 85%, for better edge-lift resistance in car washes.
Trivalent chrome is where the segment is heading: Toyota specifies Cr-III accents on the 2026 Tacoma TRD Pro and Ford on the Ranger Raptor. Competitor kits often still run pure-ABS substrates, and Ranger or Tacoma accessories lack the Colorado/Canyon contour match.
Diagnostics: which codes the trim can touch
The covers are passive and non-electronic: no CAN interface and zero signal load on the GM Global A electrical architecture.
Seating errors are the one path from this part to electronics. A cover pressing on the door-ajar switch plunger can set body codes on 2015-2022 trucks, and the BCM reports those as follows:
| DTC code | Description | Relevance to pillar trim |
|---|---|---|
| B0081-02 | Passenger Presence System Fault | Indirect: trim interference with door-closure sensor calibration |
| B0158-04 | Ambient Light Sensor Circuit Open | Rare: chrome reflectivity altering cabin light-sensor readings on Denali trim |
| B3205-39 | Driver Door Ajar Circuit Internal Malfunction | Direct: trim overlay interfering with the door-ajar switch plunger |
| B3210-39 | Passenger Door Ajar Circuit | Direct: same mechanism as B3205-39, passenger side |
If B3205 or B3210 appears afterward, check that the cover is fully seated and clear of the rubber door-bumper pad. The covers are laser-scanned for 0.2mm door-gap clearance.
Two more families appear in 2026 Techline trees for completeness: B0080-B0085 (Occupant Detection) only if the seatbelt pretensioner wiring channel is disturbed, and U0140-U0155 (Lost Communication with BCM), exceedingly rare. No P-code or C-code DTCs relate to this part.
Installation walkthrough
Step 1: prep the surface
Mount the covers on clean, factory-painted steel. Vinyl cuts peel adhesion by up to 60%, so remove any wrap completely, wipe with 70%+ isopropyl alcohol, and let it flash off 10 minutes before peeling the liner.
WT and base Canyon trims carry a factory matte-black B-pillar tape; light 3000-grit abrasion followed by an IPA wipe is enough prep.
Step 2: align into the recessed channel
The 2015-2022 B-pillar has a 0.5mm recessed channel for OEM brightwork. Set each cover flush inside it; the parts are laser-scanned for 0.2mm tolerance.
Step 3: press and cure
Peel the liner, press each piece firmly, and let the adhesive cure 24 hours at 70°F. Wait 48 hours at ambient temperatures above 60°F before automated car washes or pressure washers above 1,200 PSI.
Step 4: verify the install
- Run a 0.2mm feeler gauge around all four B-pillars. No gap above 0.3mm is permissible.
- Open and close each door 10 times; nothing should contact the rubber door-bumper pad.
- Scan the BCM with an OBD-II tool after the first drive cycle; no new DTCs should appear.
Other Colorado and Canyon jobs worth queuing
If the horn or steering wheel buttons quit on a 2017-2022 Colorado or Canyon, the clock spring is a part to check. The Clock Spring 84316707 for Chevrolet Colorado GMC Canyon 2017-2022 is a direct-fit replacement.
Rear brakes work hard on these trucks. If the right rear caliper seizes or drags, the Rear Right Brake Caliper 1Pc for 2015-20 Chevrolet Colorado GMC Canyon is a single-piece 2015-2020 replacement.
For the 3.6L LGZ, the blog's Complete Guide to AC Compressor Clutch Kits for Chevrolet Colorado 3.6L & GMC Canyon 2017-2022 covers the full job, and the auto and motorcycle parts catalog covers everything else.
Fitment check or bulk quote?
Send your truck's year and trim via the request for quote page, email support@koeep.com, or message WhatsApp.
See the Chrome 4PCS pillar post kit
Frequently asked questions
Will the chrome set off electrical or CAN-bus codes?
No. The covers are passive exterior accessories. They do not interface with CAN networks and impose zero signal load on the GM Global A electrical architecture.
Does the kit fit the 2023+ third-generation Colorado or Canyon?
No. It is contoured for the 2015-2022 second-generation body shell. The 2026 Colorado EV rides on GMT 32XX-2 with a 4mm wider door-gap tolerance, and Koeep sells a dedicated SKU for third-gen trucks.
Why is there wind noise above 55 mph after installation?
Seating, in nearly every case. A cover overhanging the 0.5mm recessed channel by 0.3mm disrupts boundary-layer airflow. Re-seat the piece flush and tuck the edges with a plastic trim tool; a smoke-pencil test or ultrasonic leak detector pinpoints the gap.
Will the finish oxidize in coastal or humid climates?
Cr-III resists corrosion better than legacy hexavalent chrome, and the acrylic topcoat holds off pitting in salt-laden air for 5+ years. An annual pH-neutral polymer sealant extends that. Micro-pitting usually traces to acid rain below pH 4.5; the nickel layer is the second barrier.
How does the 2026 kit differ from the 2020 version?
Three upgrades: a PC/ABS alloy core with about 22% higher impact resistance, Cr-III plating for the EPA TSCA Section 6(h) phase-out, and a tape die-cut covering 92% of the back surface instead of 85%. Dimensions and appearance are unchanged.
Which OEM part numbers does the kit cross-reference?
GM P/N 8420-6930 (LH B-pillar appliqué) and GM P/N 8420-6931 (RH appliqué), the dealer bright-package trim, and Canyon Denali option code B85.
- Chrome 4PCS Pillar Posts Door Trim Cover, official product page
- Clock Spring 84316707 for Chevrolet Colorado GMC Canyon 2017-2022
- Rear Right Brake Caliper 1Pc for 2015-20 Chevrolet Colorado GMC Canyon
- Auto & Motorcycle Parts catalog, koeep.com
- Complete Guide to AC Compressor Clutch Kits for Chevrolet Colorado 3.6L & GMC Canyon 2017-2022
- GM service documentation update, SI Document ID 6365392, rev. 2026-02
- SAE J2020, SAE J400, ASTM B117, ASTM D3359 and ISO 105-B02 test standards referenced for this product
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