Roof Trim: Removal

CAUTION: When removing clip, use great care not to damage the roof trim.

Disconnect ground cable from battery.
Remove head console.

Fig 1: Removing Head Console
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Remove sun visor and hook of both sides. Refer to REMOVAL , Sun Visor.
Remove assist grips (A).

Fig 2: Removing Assist Grips
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Remove upper inner trim. Refer to REMOVAL , Upper Inner Trim.
Remove rear quarter trim. Refer to REMOVAL , Rear Quarter Trim.
Detach sunroof garnish (A). (Sunroof equipped model)

Fig 3: Detaching Sunroof Garnish (Sunroof Equipped Model)
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Remove cover (B) while detaching snap lock carefully. Put the rear seat belt tongue (A) out to the other side of the trim through the hole.

Fig 4: Putting Rear Seat Belt Tongue Out To Other Side Of Trim
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Remove clips and then remove roof trim.

Fig 5: Removing Clips & Roof Trim
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