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T/C HEADLINER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Submitted by Fordace / 04-22-07



Removal and Installation procedures generally apply to all models. If some of the steps do not apply to the particular model being serviced, proceed to the next step.



Removal

  • Remove inside visor assemblies.
  • Remove visor arm clip.
  • Remove the assist handle assemblies and coat hook cover, if equipped, as outlined.
  • Remove the upper screw and loosen the lower screws that retain the center body pillar inside upper finish panel to the B-pillar.
  • Remove roof side inner front moulding
  • Remove the upper screws and loosen the lower screws retaining the windshield side garnish moulding
  • Remove the windshield garnish moulding
  • Remove package tray trim panel
  • Remove roof trim panel
  • Remove interior lamp
  • Adjust front seat(s) full forward and fold the seats back.
  • Pull down sides of roof headlining above door openings to expose adhesive beads. Using a hot knife or wide-blade putty knife, cut adhesive beads lengthwise across roof headlining . Roof headlining will now be free to remove from vehicle.
  • Remove roof headlining through RH front door opening.
  • Clean remaining adhesive from roof sheet metal.
  • Remove any remaining mounting bases or retaining clips from roof sheet metal.
Installation

NOTE: Folding headlining will require replacement with a new headlining.
  • Carefully position new roof headlining in vehicle with fabric side down.
  • Allow roof headlining to rest on floor.
  • Apply adhesive meeting Ford specification WSB-M2G355-A across roof headlining in positions shown using a hand-held adhesive gun.
    CAUTION: Use care when lifting the headlining into position to prevent getting adhesive on steering wheel and other interior parts.
  • With one person on each side, raise roof headlining into position.
  • Position the roof headlining in the vehicle and install the interior lamp .
  • Reverse Removal procedure except Step 9 (interior lamp).
  • Tighten shoulder harness to specification.

 


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