Callout
Component Name
Warning: Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact energy-absorbing material glued to the headliner or to
the garnish trims. If the material is damaged, replace the headliner and/or the garnish trim. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury.
Caution: If a vehicle is equipped with a head curtain inflator module ensure that the inflator module and tether are
undamaged. If tether or curtain airbag are damaged in any way, they must be replaced.
Caution: Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain
airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced.
Preliminary Procedures
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to
SIR Disabling and Enabling
.
2. Remove the sunshade. Refer to
Sunshade Replacement
.
3. Remove the sunshade support. Refer to
Sunshade Support Replacement
.
4. Remove the roof rail front assist handle. Refer to
Roof Rail Front Assist Handle Replacement
.
5. Remove the roof rail rear assist handle. Refer to
Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Replacement
.
6. Remove the dome lamp bezel. Refer to
Dome Lamp Bezel Replacement
.
7. Remove the roof rail front stowage compartment. Refer to
Roof Rail Front Stowage Compartment Replacement
.
8. Remove the windshield side garnish molding. Refer to
Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement
.
9. Remove the body lock pillar upper trim panel. Refer to
Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement
.
10. Remove the center pillar upper trim panel. Refer to
Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement
.
11. Remove the sunroof trim ring, if equipped. This will give the headliner added flexibility during removal.
12. Move the front seat fully forward and recline.
1
Headliner Trim Panel Retainer (Qty:
3)
2
Headliner Trim Panel Assembly
Procedure
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Tip
When installing a new headliner, tape any unused connector to the headliner with a high adhesive tape.
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Sedan with Sunroof)
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