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Headliner Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Turn the seaming welt and weatherstrip over.
  3. Remove the A-pillar trims. (See A-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Remove the B-pillar upper trims. (See B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  5. Remove the C-pillar trims. (See C-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  6. Remove the D-pillar trims. (See D-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  7. Remove the map light. (See MAP LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  8. Remove the interior light. (See INTERIOR LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  9. Remove the screws, then remove the sunvisor and assist handle.
  10. Fold hooks A up if equipped with a sliding sunroof.
  11. Remove the fasteners.
  12. Remove the headliner from the vehicle through the liftgate opening.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Headliner
    G02564031Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  13. Install in the reverse order of removal.