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Old 03-31-17, 06:26 AM
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Has anyone removed the C pillar before? I noticed some really old water stains on the C pillar trim, and wanted to see if there's a leak behind it, possibly replacing the pillar trim too while I'm at it. When I replaced the sub, I never completely undid the rear dash trim, didn't get a chance to look at the C pillar either. I might just get a trim tool and try to pry it.

Any help is appreciated.
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It's not much help, but here's an illustration of the interior trim from the manual


  1. REMOVE REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH
    1. Using a screwdriver, remove the rear seat side garnish.
HINT: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
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    1. Employ the same manner described above to the other side.





This is the best I could find in the manual. Usually RKW will have a much better schematic and illustrations.
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Thanks. I figured it involved removing the rear seats. Sigh...

BUT...I did conclude there wasn't a leak, and it's probably the previous owner forgetting to close the sunroof.
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Originally Posted by r0cketm0nk
I did conclude there wasn't a leak, and it's probably the previous owner forgetting to close the sunroof.
That's good news. Hopefully no permanent damage from the sunroof being left open..
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Originally Posted by r0cketm0nk
Thanks. I figured it involved removing the rear seats. Sigh...

BUT...I did conclude there wasn't a leak, and it's probably the previous owner forgetting to close the sunroof.
Yep not fun, I've had to remove the whole back of my interior a few times when I had to run wires for the headunit and replace my rear air shock. The UL is built like a tank with everything they have back there.
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