Dorman 45475 Door Interior Trim Panel Retainer

Dorman 45475 Door Trim Retainer

Dorman 45475 is a nylon door interior trim panel retainer built to match the function and versatility of the original equipment fastener. Its black finish, 5/16 in. shaft diameter, and 0.75 in. head diameter support secure trim-panel attachment in a wide range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications.

Key Features

• Nylon construction for durable interior trim retention
• Black color for a clean OE-style appearance
• 0.75 in. head diameter and 0.9375 in. overall length
• 5/16 in. shaft diameter for listed trim-panel applications
• Used across door, quarter trim, kick panel, pillar trim, and sill trim locations

Detailed Description

This Dorman 45475 retainer is a direct-fit body hardware solution for interior trim attachment points where the original clip has broken, loosened, or gone missing. It is used in applications such as rear compartment sill trim on the Ford Explorer and Explorer Sport, quarter trim panel locations on the Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable, and pillar or kick panel trim on older Ford trucks and vans. This part cross-references Carlson 12565 for the same application.

Compatible With 1980-2003 Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, including Ford Explorer, Ford F-150, Ford F-250, Ford F-350, Ford Bronco, Ford Taurus, Mercury Mountaineer, and Lincoln Town Car applications. Dorman 45475 is also listed for multiple trim-panel positions across the Ford Aerostar, Ranger, Tempo, and Econoline platform families.

What It Helps Fix

• Loose or rattling interior trim panels
• Broken or missing door panel retainers
• Quarter trim panel attachment failures
• Kick panel or pillar trim movement
• Trim gaps caused by worn body fasteners

Installation Notes and Tips

Match the retainer to the listed shaft diameter and head size before installation. Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and trim-panel location against the fitment list, since this part is used in multiple positions across different Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury platforms. For best results, replace damaged panel clips during trim service so the panel seats evenly and stays aligned.

Quality Assurance

Constructed from quality materials and engineered to perform the same basic retention function as the original equipment retainer, Dorman 45475 is built for long service life in interior body hardware applications.