TL FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
3. Pull the top of the C-pillar trim (A) back by hand to remove the upper clip (B) from the body (C).
4. Pull the C-pillar trim (A) by hand to detach the clips and to release the hooks (B), then pull the trim out from the rear shelf (C).
5. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the C-pillar trim with a new one. See: Restraint Systems/Air Bag Systems/Service and Repair
6. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, check the C-pillar trim (A) and note the following items:
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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 the following damage:
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Any cracks, deformations, or stress-whitened areas in the C-pillar trim
