Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
- Remove the windshield garnish molding assembly (1). Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the sunshade assembly (3). Refer to Sunshade Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the sunshade support assembly (2). Refer to Sunshade Support Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the roof rail assist handle assembly (2). Refer to Roof Rail Assist Handle Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the roof rail front stowage compartment (2). Refer to Roof Rail Front Stowage Compartment Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the roof rail rear assist handle assembly (2). Refer to Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the windshield outside moisture sensor cover (1). Refer to Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Cover Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the roof console assembly (2). Refer to Roof Console Replacement .
- Remove the rear seat position center courtesy lamp (1). Refer to Rear Seat Position Center Courtesy Lamp Replacement .
- Remove the center pillar upper trim panel assembly (3). Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Encore) .
- Remove the body lock pillar upper trim panel (3). Refer to Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
- Fully recline the driver and passenger seats backward.
- Fold down the rear seat backs.
- Remove the 3 headliner trim panel retainers (1).
- Disconnect the electrical connectors from the headliner trim panel assembly.
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the headliner trim panel assembly (2) from the vehicle through the liftgate opening.
- Prior to removal, note the routing of the wire harness to aid in reassembly and ensure proper installation.
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:
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.
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.