C-Pillar
The C-pillar is the rearmost roof support on saloons and hatchbacks, beside the rear window.
What is C-Pillar?
Its shape strongly influences the car’s styling. Wide C-pillars create large rear blind spots. Estates and SUVs also have a D-pillar further back. A camera or mirror-based rear view can help when the C-pillars are very wide.
How it works
It joins the roof to the rear quarter panel and carries loads from the rear of the roof.
Why it matters for your car
Use mirrors and a shoulder check because of the blind spot. Rust around the rear window seal is common on older cars.
Other terms
- Ball Joint Splitter
- Battery Tester
- Borescope (Inspection Camera)
- Camshaft
- Clearing Fault Codes
- Connecting Rod
- DAB Digital Radio
- Dry Sump Lubrication
- Engine Mount
- Hemispherical Combustion Chamber (Hemi)
- Idler Pulley
- Ignition Coil
- Load Securing
- Occupant Classification Sensor
- Oxygen Sensor (Lambda Sensor)
- Precharge Circuit
- SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction)
- Stud Extractor (Screw Extractor)
- Supercharger
- Valve Stem Seal