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: 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.

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.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Fold the rear seats down.
3. Move front seats to full forward position and recline fully.
4. Remove the windshield side garnish molding. Refer to Windscreen Side Garnish Molding Replacement .
5. Remove the sunshade supports. Refer to Sunshade Support Replacement .
6. Remove the sunshade assembly. Refer to Sunshade Replacement .
7. Remove the roof rail rear assist handle assembly. Refer to Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Replacement .
8. Remove the roof console assembly. Refer to Roof Console Replacement .
9. Remove the center pillar trim panel. Refer to Centre Pillar Trim Panel Replacement .
10. Remove the body lock pillar upper trim panel. Refer to Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
11. Remove the reading lamp. Refer to Reading Lamp Replacement .
12. Remove the inside rearview mirror mount plate cover. Refer to Inside Rearview Mirror Mount Plate Cover Replacement .

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Headliner Trim Panel Retainer (Qty: 2)

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Headliner Trim Panel Assembly

Procedure

1. Prior to removal, note the routing of the wire harness to aid in reassembly and to ensure proper installation.
2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
3. Removal and installation of the headliner must be completed through the tailgate opening with the aid of an assistant to prevent kinking or damage to the headliner.

Tip
When installing a new headliner, tape any unused connector to the headliner with a high adhesive tape.