Headliner: Service and Repair

Headliner Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

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, one side
- C-pillar trim, one side
- Tailgate weatherstrip, as necessary
- D-pillar trim, both sides
- Ceiling lights, front and rear




2. From both sides, remove the sunvisor (A) and holder (B).
1. Using a trim tool, pry the cap (C).
2. Pull the clip portions (D) of the cap down.
3. Remove the sunvisor from the body and holder.
4. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, push the hook (E), and turn the holder 90 degree, then pull it out.




3. Remove the roof console (A).
1. Remove the lens (B).
2. Remove the screws.
3. Pull out the roof console, and disconnect the front individual map light connector (C).




4. Remove the caps (A), and remove the screws, then remove the grab handles (B) (driver's and each passenger's).




5. Remove the cap (A) from the center seat belt retractor cover (B).




6. With the help of an assistant, remove the headliner (A).
1. Remove the remaining front door opening trim (B) and rear door opening trim (C) from each roof portion.
2. With moonroof: Remove the roof trim (D).
3. Remove the upper portion of the remaining B-pillar upper trim (E) and C-pillar trim (F). Take care not to damage the trim.
4. Detach the clip (G), and release the fasteners (H) by pulling the rear portion of the headliner down. Take care not to damage the headliner.
5. Lower the headliner, and remove it from the remaining trim, and disconnect the moonroof connector (I) (with moonroof). Take care not to damage the interior wire harness (J).







7. With the help of an assistant, remove the cushion tape, then remove the interior wire harness (A) from the headliner (B). Take care not to damage the headliner and interior wire harness.

8. Remove the headliner through the tailgate opening. Take care not to damage the headliner.




9. Remove the anchor cover bracket (A), then remove the anchor cover (B) from the headliner.




10. Remove the speed nuts (A), and remove the cushion tape (B), then remove the retractor cover bracket (C) and retractor cover (D) from the headliner.




11. Using a clip remover, detach the clips (A, B), then remove the front roof side pad (C) and rear roof side pad (D).




12. Install the headliner in the reverse order of removed, and note these items:
- When reinstalling the headliner through the tailgate opening, be careful not to fold or bend it. Also, be careful not to scratch the body.
- Replace any damaged clips, and replace the cushion tape.
- Check that both sides of the headliner are securely attached to the trim.
- Push the clips into place securely.
- With moonroof: When reinstalling the roof trim (A), install the joint (B) as shown.