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Headliner: Service and Repair

Headliner Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before performing repairs or service.

NOTE:
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
- Take care not to bend and scratch the headliner.
- Be careful not to damage the dashboard and other interior trim.

1. Remove these items:
- A-pillar trim, both sides
- B-pillar upper trim, both sides
- C-pillar trim, both sides
- Rear seat-back
- Rear map light
- Vanity light, both sides




2. From both sides, using a trim tool, release the tabs (A), then remove the sunvisor cap (B) from the bracket (C). Turn the cap, and remove it.




3. From both sides, remove the sunvisor (A) and holder (B).
1. Remove the self-tapping ET screws.
2. Remove the sunvisor from the body and holder.
3. Disconnect the vanity mirror light connector (C).
4. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, push the hook (D), turn the holder 90, then pull it out.

4. Remove the moonroof switch.
5. Remove the roof console.




6. Remove the bolts securing the roof console (A).




7. Release the clips (A, B), then remove the high mount brake light cover (C).




8. Remove the caps (A), and remove the self4apping ET screws, then remove the grab handle (B).




9. Remove the headliner.
1. Remove the front door opening trim (A) and rear door opening trim (B) from each roof portion.
2. Detach the clips (C), and release the fasteners (D) by pulling the front portion of the headliner (E) down.
3. With the help of an assistant, detach the rear clips (F) by pulling the headliner down.
4. Remove the headliner through the front passenger's door opening.




10. If necessary, detach the hooks (A), and remove the clip, then remove the roof console bracket (B).










11. Install the headliner in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If a side curtain airbag has been deployed, replace the headliner and the front grab handle on the deployed side.
- To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect removed pieces and replace them, if they have any of these types of damage:
- Any creases or tears in the headliner (A)
- Any fasteners (B) or clip bases (C) which have come off the headliner
- Any damage around the grab handle holes (D) or sunvisor holes (E) in the headliner
- Any deformations in the grab handle (F)
- Any cracks in the sunvisor stay base (G) Any bends or cracks in the sunvisor stay shaft (H)
- Any cracks in the sunvisor base (I)
- Any cracks in the vanity mirror base (J)

- When reinstalling the headliner through the door opening, be careful not to fold or bend it too much. Also, be careful not to scratch the body.
- If the threads on a visor or grab handle screw are worn out, use an oversized self4apping ET screw made specifically for this application:

Visor: P/N 90136-S30-003
Grab handle: P/N 90136-SOA-003

- Check that both sides of the headliner are securely attached to the trim.
- Make sure the top of the pillar trim overlaps with the headliner correctly.
- Do the moonroof calibration.