Headlining, Replacing

Headlining, replacing 

Remove: 

• See Roof Module
• See Sun Visor, Replacing
• the snap fastener. See Sun Visor, Replacing
• See Panel, A-Post, Replacing
• See Panel, B-Post, Replacing
• See Grab Handle .

  HINT: The grab handle can be left in place when removing the headlining. 

• the connector at the A-post.

  Expose the wiring

• C and D post panels. See Panel, C-post, replacing .

• the connector at the sun roof.

• the sun roof surround:

  Pull inwards into the car.

• 3 clips at the rear edge of the headlining:

  Turn the clips a 1/4 turn. Pull straight down.

Fold the front seat backrests towards the rear seat cushion.

Move the gear selector to its rearmost position.

Carefully  remove the headlining through the passenger door.

The headlining can be bent slightly so that it can be removed through the door opening.

Install: 

In reverse order.

The wiring on top of the headlining must be reinstalled.