Headliner: Service and Repair

Headliner Removal/Installation

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

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 pieces.

1. Remove these items:
- A-pillar trim, both sides
- B-pillar lower trim, upper portion of both sides
- B-pillar upper trim, both sides
- D-pillar trim, both sides
- Rear side trim panel, upper portion of both sides
- C-pillar trim, both sides




2. Release the tabs (A) on both sides with a flat-tip screwdriver, then remove the sunvisor cap (B) from the bracket (C). Turn the cap, and remove it.




3. Remove the sunvisor (A) and holder (B) from both sides.
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), and turn the holder 90 °, then pull it out.




4. 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 connectors (C).




5. Lower the grab handle, then pry out the lid (A). Remove the self-tapping ET screws, then remove the grab handle (B). Remove the remaining grab handles.




6. Remove the interior lights (A).
1. Remove the lens (B).
2. Remove the screws.
3. Pull out the roof console, and disconnect the interior light connectors (C).

7. With rear entertainment system: Remove the display cover.







8. Pull the center second row seat belt cover (A) down to detach the clips, then remove it. Remove the seat belt (B) through the hole in the cover.




9. Pull the center third row seat belt cover (A) down to detach the clips, then remove it.




10. Detach the hooks (A) and pin (B), then remove the seat belt guide (C), and remove the center third row seat belt (D) through the hole in the guide.







11. With the help of an assistant, remove the headliner (A).
1. Remove the roof portion of the tailgate weatherstrip (B).
2. Pull the rear edge of the headliner down to detach the clips (C), and release the dual lock fasteners (D).
3. Remove the remaining front door opening trim (B) and rear door opening trim (F) from each opening.
4. Lower the headliner.

12. Remove the headliner through the tailgate opening. Take care not to damage the headliner.
13. Install the headliner in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.
- When reinstalling the headliner through the tailgate opening, be careful not to fold or bend it. Also, be careful not to scratch the body.
- Hold the headliner in place with the grab handles installed loosely, then install the center second row seat belt cover. This will center the headliner front to rear.
- Push the clips and tabs into place securely.
- If the threads on a visor mounting ET screw are worn out, use an oversized ET screw (P/N 90137-S30-003) made specifically for this application.
- Check that both sides of the headliner are securely attached to the trim.