Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Refer to SIR Warning .

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.

Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
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NOTE:
Use a small flat-bladed tool to disengage integral tabs on caro tie down loop bolt cap

Cargo Tie Down Loop Bolt Cap (1) - Remove [2x]
Cargo Tie Down Loop Bolt (2) - Remove [2x]
Cargo Tie Down Loop (3) - Remove [2x]
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Rear Compartment Floor Panel Trim (1) - Remove
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Use a small flat-bladed tool to disengage integral tabs on rear end trim finish panel opening cover (1).
Rear End Trim Finish Panel Opening Cover (1) - Remove
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With a flat bladed plastic trim tool, disengage the integral clips.
Rear End Trim Finish Panel (1) - Remove
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NOTE:
Use a flat-bladed plastic tool to remove the push-in retainers.

Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Retainer (1) - Remove [3x]
Rear Compartment Floor Panel Trim (2) - Remove
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NOTE:
Carefully manipulate the deck lid hinge opening of the rear compartment side trim past the hinge cover.

Rear Compartment Side Trim Insulator Retainer (1) - Remove [4x]
Rear Compartment Side Trim-Right Side (2) - Reposition
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Release the sunroof housing rear drain hose clip (1).
Sunroof Housing Rear Drain Hose (2) @ Quarter Inner Panel Extension - Disconnect
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Fold the assist handle downward and hold. (2)
Use a small flat-bladed tool to open the assist handle covers to access the bolts.
Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle (2) - Remove
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Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap (1) - Remove
Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (2) - Remove
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Pull the trim panel toward the inside of the vehicle to disengage the retainers.
Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) - Reposition
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Fold the rear seat back to the downward position.
Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) - Remove
Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) - Remove
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Disengage the retainers, starting at the front and working rearward.

NOTE:

The Quarter Upper Trim Panel does not need to be fully removed from the vehicle.

Quarter Upper Trim Panel (1) - Reposition
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Lower the right rear section of the headlining trim panel (1).
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Reposition the wiring harness.
Release the sunroof housing rear drain hose clip (1).
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Sunroof Housing Rear Drain Hose (2) @ Sunroof Housing Drain Gutter (1) - Disconnect
Sunroof Housing Rear Drain Hose (2) - Remove