RL V6-3.7L (2009)
5. Pull the C-pillar trim (A) back by hand to detach the remaining clips (B, C), then remove it.
6. Remove the grommet from the body.
NOTE: The upper clip grommet must be replaced with a new one because the grommet is damaged during removal, and should not be reused.
7. If the side curtain airbag has been deployed, replace the C-pillar trim with a new one.
8. If the side curtain airbag has not been deployed, check the C-pillar trim (A):
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To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the C-pillar trim and replace it if it has any
of these types of damage:
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Any cracks, deformations, or stress-whitenings
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Any cracks or stress-whitening in the clip and the pin seating surfaces (B)
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Damaged top of the upper clip pin (C)
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Replace the upper clip grommet with a new one because it damaged during removed.
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If the clips (D) are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
9. Before installing the C-pillar trim (A), carefully remove the grommet (B) from the pin (C) on the new upper clip.
10. Check the overlap between the headliner and C-pillar trim, and if necessary, adjust it. See: Restraint Systems/Air Bag Systems/Service and Repair
