Headliner Removal/Installation
Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
- Take care not to bend and scratch the headliner.
- Be careful not to damage the dashboard or other interior pieces.
- Use a clip remover to remove the roof side pad clips.
- Remove these items:
- A-pillar trim, both sides (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS )
- Spotlight (see CEILING LIGHT/SPOTLIGHT TEST/REPLACEMENT )
- Door weatherstrip, both sides as necessary (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS )
- Seat belt upper anchor, both sides
- Hatch support strut, both sides
- Quarter trim panel, roof portion as necessary (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR QUARTER PANEL AREA )
- Remove the headliner as shown.
- Install the headliner in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and replace them with new ones.
- When reinstalling the headliner through the hatch opening, be careful not to fold or bend it. Also, be careful not to scratch the body.
- Check that both sides of the headliner are securely attached to the trim panel.