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Removal And Installation: Headliner: Removal

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  1. If equipped, remove the Rear Entertainment Module (RETM). For additional information, refer to INFORMATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS .
  2. Remove the LH and RH A-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to A-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
  3. Remove the LH and RH B-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to B-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
  4. Remove the LH and RH C-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to C-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
  5. Remove the LH and RH D-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to D-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
  6. Remove the LH and RH quarter trim panels. For additional information, refer to QUARTER TRIM PANEL .
  7. If equipped, remove the power liftgate rod from the power liftgate motor assembly.
    • Squeeze the clip as shown to release and pull the power liftgate rod assembly upward.
      Fig 1: Squeezing Clip
      G06070785Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. If equipped, disconnect the electrical connectors from the interior rear view mirror, compass and microphone.
  9. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the wiring harness on the LH A-pillar and remove the harness from the A-pillar.
    Fig 2: Locating A-Pillar Electrical Connectors
    G06505845Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the overhead console, if equipped. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .
  11. Position the front and rear door weatherstrips aside.
  12. Remove the LH and RH sun visors.
    • Remove the LH and RH sun visor screw cover.
    • Remove the LH and RH sun visor screws.
    • If equipped, disconnect the electrical connector.
  13. Remove the assist handle.
    • Remove the assist handle screws.
  14. Disconnect the rear washer fluid hose connector on the RH A-pillar.
    Fig 3: Locating RH A-Pillar Rear Washer Fluid Hose Connector
    G06505846Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Remove the LH and RH garment hangers.
    • Remove the LH and RH garment hanger screws.
  16. Position the liftgate weatherstrip aside.
  17. Disconnect the rear washer fluid hose connector on the RH D-pillar.
    Fig 4: Locating RH D-Pillar Rear Washer Fluid Hose Connector
    G06505806Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Remove the headliner rear pushpin.
  19. Lower the headliner and disconnect the electrical connectors on the LH D-pillar.
    Fig 5: Locating LH D-Pillar Electrical Connectors
    G06505848Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    20. NOTE: To avoid damaging the headliner, an assistant is required for this step.
  20. Remove the headliner through the liftgate opening.
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