2026-06-02

Headliner Assembly (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Install)

Correction code 15200201701 FRT 1.56 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-06-02: Added removal of center console and front seats to procedure, allowing the headliner to be removed through the front passenger door without folding.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Headliner Assembly (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x6) that attach the side headliner
3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T30 socket
  • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
  • Installation only: wrench, Torque+Angle, 1/4" Dr.
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Open all four doors and lower the windows.
  2. Open the liftgate.
  3. Remove the LH and RH front primary body seals. See Primary Body Seal - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the LH and RH lower A-pillar trims. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the LH and RH front seats. See 1st Row Seat- LH (Remove and Install).
  6. Fold down the LH and RH 2nd row seatbacks.
  7. Remove the center console. See Center Console (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Install).
  8. Remove LH upper A pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Remove LH sun visor from headliner. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  10. Disengage locking tab to release headliner harness from LH A-pillar area.
  11. Remove the LH rear body primary seal. See Primary Body Seal - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  12. Remove LH lower B pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  13. Remove the LH upper B pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  14. Partially remove the LH trunk side trim. See Trunk Side Trim LH - Rear Under Body (Remove and Replace).
  15. Remove the LH upper C pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  16. Repeat steps8 through step 15 for the RH side of vehicle.
  17. Release the LH and RH side of the headliner.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
    • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
    • Installation only: wrench, Torque+Angle, 1/4" Dr.
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    Note
    Pull the side of headliner down to access the fasteners. Center tether fastener will become accessible once the front and rear tethers have been released.
    Figure 1. LH shown, RH similar
  18. Remove the headliner assembly.
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    Note
    Make sure that all clips are fully released at the front and rear interface. Pull the headliner gently to the front passenger door and remove it from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Put the headliner face up on a clean or protected surface.

    4x datums, 2x magnets

    9x clips

Install

  1. Position the headliner assembly into vehicle.
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    Note
    Insert the headliner from the front passenger door, having an assistant pull it into place from inside the vehicle.
  2. Attach the RH headliner tethers.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
    • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
    • Installation only: wrench, Torque+Angle, 1/4" Dr.
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    Note
    Lift headliner upwards as required, and fasten the center tether first.
    Figure 2. LH shown, RH similar
  3. Attach the headliner assembly to the vehicle.
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    Note
    Apply even force along perimeter of headliner, push upwards in the center of headliner to make sure that the magnets are engaged. Make sure that the liftgate seal is correctly positioned over the rear of the headliner.
  4. Install the LH upper C pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Install the LH trunk side trim. See Trunk Side Trim LH - Rear Under Body (Remove and Replace).
  6. Install the LH upper B pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Install the LH lower B pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Install the LH rear body primary seal. See Primary Body Seal - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the headliner harness to the LH A-pillar area.
  10. Install the LH sun visor to the headliner. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  11. Install the LH upper A pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  12. Install the LH front body primary seal. See Primary Body Seal - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  13. Repeat steps 4 through 12 for the RH side of the vehicle.
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    Note
    Step 9 does not apply on the RH side of the vehicle.
  14. Install the center console. See Center Console (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Install).
  15. Install the LH and RH front seats. See 1st Row Seat- LH (Remove and Install).
    Do not connect LV power until both LH and RH seat harnesses are connected.
  16. Move the 2nd row seatbacks to the vertical position.
  17. Close the liftgate.
  18. Raise all windows and close the doors.