Headliner: Service and Repair

HEADLINER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

NOTE:
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it protective tape to prevent damage.
- Take care not to bend and scratch the headliner.
- Be careful not to damage the dashboard and other interior trim.

1. Remove the following items.
- Front pillar trim (both sides)
- Front seat belt upper anchor bolt (both sides)
- Front and rear scuff trim.
- Center pillar lower and upper trim.
- Rear pillar trim.

2. Remove the sunvisor (A) and holder (B) from each side.






3. Remove the overhead console and room lamp.
- Remove the lens (A).
- Remove the screws.
- Pull out the roof console (B), and room lamp (C).
- Disconnect the connector (D).






4. Remove the caps (A), and remove the screws and washers, then remove the grab handles (B) (drivers and each passengers).






5. Remove the headliner.
- Remove the upper portion of the rear pillar trim (A) from each side.
- With help of an assistant, detach the clips, and lower the headliner (B).
- Remove the headliner through the front passengers door opening.






6. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE:
- When reinstalling the headliner through the door opening, be careful not to fold or bend it. Also, be careful not to scratch the body.
- If the threads on a visor or grab handle screws are worn out, use an oversized screw made specifically for this application.
- Check that both sides of the headliner are securely attached to the trim.