Headliner Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required 

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

SRS components are located in this are. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before performing repairs or service.

1. Remove these items:
   • A-pillar trim, both sides (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - PILLAR AREAS  )
   • Front seat belt upper anchor, both sides (see step 4 in FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT )
   • B-pillar lower trim, both sides (see B-PILLAR  )
   • B-pillar upper trim, both sides (see B-PILLAR  )
   • C-pillar trim, both sides (see C-PILLAR  )
   • D-pillar trim, both sides (see D-PILLAR  )
   • Rear ceiling lights (third row seats) (see REAR INDIVIDUAL MAP LIGHT TEST/REPLACEMENT )
   • Center second row seat belt cover (see CENTER SECOND ROW SEAT BELT )
   • Center third row seat belt cover (see CENTER THIRD ROW SEAT BELT )
   • RES display cover (see REAR CONTROLLER AND SCREEN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
   • Rear A/C control panel (see REAR CONTROL PANEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION )
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.
   Fig 1: Removing Sunvisor Cap From Bracket

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3. Remove both sunvisors (A) and holders (B).
   • -1 Remove the self-tapping ET screws.
   • -2 Remove the sunvisor from the body and holder.
   • -3 If equipped, 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.
   Fig 2: Removing Sunvisors And Holders

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4. Remove the roof console (A).
   • -1 Remove the lenses (B).
   • -2 Remove the bolts (C, D).
   • -3 Pull out the roof console and front individual map light (E).
   • -4 Disconnect the front individual map light connector (F) and navigation microphone connector (G).
   Fig 3: Removing Roof Console

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5. Lower the grab handle, then pry out the caps (A). Remove the self-tapping ET screws, then remove the grab handle (B). Remove the remaining grab handles.
   Fig 4: Removing Grab Handle

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6. If equipped, remove the rear ceiling vents.
   • -1 Remove the lens (A).
   • -2 Slide the vent to the closed position to expose the screw (B).
   • -3 Remove the screw (C) and nut (D) (rear left side only).
   • -4 Pull out the rear ceiling vents (E) to release the clip (F), and disconnect the map light connector (G).
   Fig 5: Removing Rear Ceiling Vents

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7. Remove the headliner (A).
   • -1 With moonroof: Remove the socket plug (B).
   • -2 Remove the bolt (C).
   • -3 Remove the front door opening trim (D), rear door opening trim (E), and tailgate weatherstrip (F) from each roof portion.
   • -4 With the help of an assistant, detach the rear clips (G) by pulling the rear portion of the headliner down.
   • -5 With moonroof: Release the fasteners (H) and detach the front clips (I) by lowering the headliner.
   • -6 Lower the headliner, and remove it through the tailgate opening.
   Fig 6: Removing Headliner (With Moonroof)

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