Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Cadillac ATS. 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 sunshade assembly (3). Refer to Sunshade Replacement .
- Remove the sunshade support assembly (2). Refer to Sunshade Support Replacement .
- Remove the windshield multifunction sensor mount bracket (1). Refer to Windshield Multifunction Sensor Mount Bracket Cover Replacement (With UEU, UFL)Windshield Multifunction Sensor Mount Bracket Cover Replacement (Without UEU, UFL) .
- Remove the roof rail assist handle assembly (2). Refer to Roof Rail Assist Handle Replacement (Coupe) .
- Remove the roof console assembly (1). Refer to Roof Console Replacement .
- Remove the windshield garnish molding assembly (1). Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement .
- Remove the center pillar upper trim panel assembly (3). Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Coupe) .
- Remove the quarter window trim finish panel (3). Refer to Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Replacement (Coupe) .
- Remove the rear window panel trim (2). Refer to Rear Window Panel Trim Replacement (Coupe) .
- Move the driver and passenger seats fully forward and recline.
- Drop the headliner down.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors from the headliner trim panel assembly.
- Remove the two screws (1) from the front portion of the headliner at the roof console backing plate.
- Remove the windshield. Refer to Windshield Replacement .
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the headliner trim panel assembly (2) from the vehicle through the front windshield.
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.