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Headliner: Service and Repair






Headlining, replacing

Headlining, replacing

Remove:
- the roof module. See Roof module
- the sun visor. See Sun visor, replacing Sun Visor, Replacing
- the snap fastener. See Sun visor, replacing Sun Visor, Replacing
- the A-post panel. See Panel, A-post, replacing Panel, A-Post, Replacing
- the B-post panel. See Panel, B-post, replacing Panel, B-Post, Replacing
- the grab handle. 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 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.

Note! Take extreme care.

Install:
In reverse order.




The wiring on top of the headlining must be reinstalled.

Caution! Do not damage or trap any cables when installing the sun visors.