300 V6-3.5L (2008)
4. Remove the two screws that secure the lower C-pillar trim to the quarter inner panel.
5. Remove the lower C-pillar trim from the quarter inner panel.
Upper-Wagon
UPPER - WAGON
1. Remove the rear seat cushion from the vehicle. See: Seats/Seat Cushion/Service and Repair/Seat Cushion / Cover - Removal.
2. Loosen the front edge of the quarter trim panel from the inside of the lower C-pillar.
3. Remove the screw (3) that secures the lower end of the upper C-pillar trim (1) to the quarter inner panel (4).
4. Using a trim stick or another suitable wide flat-bladed tool, carefully pry the rear edge of the upper C-pillar trim away from the quarter inner panel
far enough to disengage the upper spring clip retainer that secures the trim to the slot in the quarter inner panel.
5. Pull the lower edge of the upper C-pillar trim away and down to disengage the locator tab (2) on the back of the panel from the locator hole in the
quarter inner panel.
6. Remove the upper C-pillar trim from the vehicle.
Upper-Sedan
UPPER - SEDAN
1. If the vehicle is so equipped, be certain that the curtain airbag support (3) is properly installed and in good condition on the quarter inner panel (1).
Replace the support if any damage is evident. Tighten the screws (4) into the spring nuts (2) to 2 Nm (15 in. lbs.).