Headliner: Service and Repair

Headliner

Removal

CAUTION: When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.

NOTE:
- Take care not to bend and scratch the headliner.
- Be careful not to damage the dashboard and other interior trim.




1. Remove the grab handles.
2. Remove these items.
- Rear seat cushion and rear seat-back
- Front and rear side trim
- Front and rear door trim
- Center pillar trim
- Front pillar trim
- Rear pillar trim
- Roof side trim
- Window antenna terminal cover

3. Remove these items:
- Ceiling lights
- Moonroof switch




4. Remove the sunvisor and holder from each side. Disconnect both positive terminals.




5. Detach the clips and hooks, then remove the homelink and telematics switch. Disconnect the homelink switch connector, telematics switch connector, and navigation. mic connector.




6. Remove the clips and roof trim, detach the rear clips, then remove the headliner.
7. Remove the headliner through the passenger's door opening.
8. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure, and note these items:
- When inserting the headliner through the door opening, be careful not to fold or bend it. Also, be careful not to scratch the body.
- Check that both sides of the headliner are securely attached to the trim.
- When installing the roof trim, install the joint toward the rear.
- Make sure each connector is plugged in properly.