Checking and Adjusting the Headliner/Pillar Trim Overlap

To prevent the side curtain airbag from deploying and damaging the pillar trim, the overlap between the headliner and pillar trim must be less then 0 3 in (8 mm) To check the overlap, do this

1. Install the headliner (A) and the pillar trim (B)
   Fig 1: Identifying Headliner And Pillar Trim

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   This illustration shows A-pillar

2. Using masking tape on the headliner, mark the upper edge of each pillar trim
   Fig 2: Identifying Mark Of Pillar Trim

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   This illustration shows A-pillar

3. Remove the pillar trim, and measure the headliner overlap
   • If the overlap is less than 0.3 in (8 mm), remove the tape, and install the pillar trim
   • If the overlap is more than 0 3 in (8 mm), go to step 4
   Fig 3: Measuring Edge Of Headliner

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   This illustration shows A-pillar

4. Carefully trim the headliner with a utility knife, reducing the overlap to less than 0 3 in (8 mm)
   Fig 4: Reducing Trim Of Headliner

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   This illustration shows A-pillar

5. Remove the tape, and install the pillar trim