Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
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.
- Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
- Disconnect the headliner electrical connectors.
- Remove the sunshades. Refer to Sunshade Replacement .
- Remove the sunshade support retainer. Refer to Sunshade Anchor Replacement .
- Remove the front door upper pillar garnish molding. Refer to Upper Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
- Partially remove the upper part of the front door opening weather strips. Refer to Front Door Opening Weatherstrip Replacement .
- Remove the front headliner retainers.
- Remove the front headliner from the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.