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Roof Trim: Installation

  1. Apply the feeder cord and roof cord along the mark-off line of the roof trim.
    CAUTION: Route each cord carefully. The cord may interfere, thus preventing normal deployment of the curtain airbag when necessary.

    Tape: 

    Item number: 86359SC000/TAPE 

    NOTE: Use the tape (service parts) by cutting into 80 mm x 50 mm (3.2 in x 2.0 in).
    Fig 1: Identifying Roof Trim Parts (1 Of 2)
    G09484971Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Identifying Roof Trim Parts (2 Of 2)
    G09484972Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
    CAUTION:
    • For installation of the stereo camera cover, refer to "INSTALLATION", "Stereo Camera Cover" in the "EyeSight" section and observe the precautions for installation. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Stereo Camera. >
    • For installation of the rod - power rear gate, refer to "INSTALLATION", "Power Rear Gate Rod" in the "POWER REAR GATE" section and observe the precautions for installation. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Power Rear Gate Rod. >
    • Check that there is no damage to the tether clip on the upper part of the trim panel - front pillar UPR. If the tether clip is damaged, always replace it with a new tether clip.
    • Do not reuse the tether clip removed from the upper part of the trim panel - front pillar UPR. Always replace with a new part.
    • Do not reuse the upper clips of the trim panel - center pillar UPR. Once the clip is removed, its holding force is reduced. Be sure to replace it with a new clip.
    • Before installing the trim panel - front pillar UPR, check the condition of protective non-woven fabric (white) of the curtain airbag. If it is damaged (airbag module cloth is exposed), replace the curtain airbag module assembly with a new part.
    NOTE: For installation of the trim panel - front pillar UPR, refer to "Upper Inner Trim". < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Upper Inner Trim. >

    Tightening torque: 

    Rear seat belt lower anchor: 30 N.m (3.06 kgf-m, 22.1 ft-lb) 

    Trim panel - rear apron: 7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)