Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 GMC Acadia. 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 Sunshade (3) Sunshade Replacement
- Remove Sunshade Support (2) Sunshade Support Replacement
- Remove Roof Rail Front Assist Handle (2)Roof Rail Front Assist Handle Replacement
- Remove Active Noise Cancellation Microphone Grille (1)Active Noise Cancellation Microphone Grille Replacement
- Remove Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle (2) Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Replacement
- Remove Rear Seat Position Center Reading and Courtesy Lamp (1)Rear Seat Position Center Reading and Courtesy Lamp Replacement
- Remove 3rd Row Seat Position Center Reading and Courtesy Lamp (1)3rd Row Seat Position Center Reading and Courtesy Lamp Replacement
- Remove Windshield Garnish Molding (1) Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement
- Remove Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement
- Remove Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel (3) Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Replacement
- Remove Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding (3)Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding Replacement
- Remove Roof Console (1) Roof Console Replacement
- Remove Windshield Multifunction Sensor Mount Bracket Cover (1)Windshield Multifunction Sensor Mount Bracket Cover Replacement (with UEU)
- Move the driver and passenger seats fully forward and recline.
- Fold down the rear seat backs.
- Remove the headliner trim panel retainers.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the headliner trim panel assembly (1) from the vehicle through the liftgate opening.
- Transfer components as necessary.
- If transferring or replacing the wiring harness. Refer to Headliner Harness Replacement .
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.
NOTE:
Prior to removal, note the routing of the wire harness to aid in reassembly and to ensure proper installation.