Fitting Headliner

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Fig 1: Identifying Headliner Installation Position

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Before installing the headliner -1- , carry out a visual inspection of the rear plastic lining -2- to check that the Styrofoam cover -4- and the self-adhesive fabric parts -3- on the locking peg are completely seated.

Fig 2: Checking Roof Lining
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Insert the roof frame -1- diagonally from the inside via the sliding roof cut-out of the passenger compartment. At the same time, pull the frame backwards in the center at the front of the sliding roof cut-out, so that the frame overlap at the corners is reduced and it is possible to insert the frame into the sliding roof cut-out.

Fig 3: Fitting Frame
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Pull the metal brace contained in the fabric pocket -1- down in the center so that it bends. Engage the metal strut in the bracket -2- on the left and right.

Fig 4: Engaging Metal Strut
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Engage the headliner towards the rear into the roof frame evenly on the left and right.

Fig 5: Engaging Headliner At Rear
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Engage the metal strut of the roof liner -1- in the plastic clips -2- at the left and right.

Fig 6: Engaging Headliner At Sides
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Position the headliner -2- at the left and right on the cowl panel frame -3- and clip in. Tighten fastening screws -1- .

Fig 7: Positioning Headliner At Front
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