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: 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.

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.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the assist handles. Refer to Assist Handle Replacement.
2. Remove the sunshades. Refer to Sunshade Replacement.
3. Remove the sunshade retainer. Refer to Sunshade Retainer Bezel Replacement.
4. Remove the A pillar trim panels. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement.
5. Remove the coat hooks. Refer to Coat Hook Replacement.
6. Remove the upper B or lock pillar trim. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Replacement or Lock Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Replacement.

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Headliner Assembly

Procedure

Disconnect all electrical connections.