Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
Sunshade (3) - Remove [2x] - Sunshade Replacement
Sunshade Support (2) - Remove [2x] - Sunshade Support Replacement
Windshield Garnish Molding (2) - Remove [2x] - Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement
Roof Rail Assist Handle (2) - Remove [2x] - Roof Rail Assist Handle Replacement
Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle (2) - Remove [2x] - Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Replacement
Roof Rail Rear Seat Position Reading and Courtesy Lamp (1) - Remove [2x] - Roof Rail Rear Seat Position Reading and Courtesy Lamp Replacement
Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (3) - Remove [2x] - Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement
Quarter Upper Trim Panel (3) - Remove [2x] - Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement
Rear Window Panel Trim (2) - Remove - Rear Window Panel Trim Replacement
Roof Console (1) - Remove - Roof Console Replacement
Windshield Multifunction Sensor Mount Bracket Cover (1) - Remove - Windshield Multifunction Sensor Mount Bracket Cover Replacement
High Mount Stop Lamp Opening Cover (1) - Remove - High Mount Stop Lamp Opening Cover Replacement
Active Noise Cancellation Microphone Grille (1) - Remove - Active Noise Cancellation Microphone Grille Replacement
- Move the driver and passenger seats fully forward and recline.
- NOTE:
Prior to removal, note the routing of the wire harness to aid in reassembly and to ensure proper installation.
Unclip headlining trim panel (2) from around the sunroof.
- Drop the headlining trim panel (2) down.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Release the retainer. (1) [4x]
- Windshield - Remove - Windshield Replacement
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the headlining trim panel (2) from the vehicle through the front windshield.
- Transfer components as necessary.
- If transferring or replacing the wiring harness, refer to Headlining Trim Panel Harness Replacement .
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.
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.
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.