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Removing the headlining

Fig 1: Identifying Roof Clip
GLL108271Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove: 

Fig 2: Identifying Reading Lamp Cable And Clips
GLL108272Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Detach and fold down: 

HINT: Leave the headlining hanging from the B-posts. 

Remove the A-post panel. See Panel, A-post, replacing .

Remove the washer hose at the lower corner by the right-hand A-post.

Detach the washer hose at the trunk lid.

NOTE:

There is a risk spillage.

Remove the clips from the cable for the reading lamp.

Fig 3: Identifying Sunroof Surround
GLL104881Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Cars equipped with sun roofs: 

Remove the molding around the sun roof.

Pull the molding inwards into the car. Start at the short side so that the corners release.

Fig 4: Pulling Headlining Out Through Tailgate
GLL108273Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Carefully detach the headlining from the B-posts.

Pull the headlining out through the tailgate at an angle.

HINT: Try to keep the headlining as close to the floor as possible. 

Fig 5: Identifying Cable Harness Routing On Headlining
GLL108274Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Transfer: 

NOTE:

Use tape (P/N 944 1891) to secure the cable harness to the new headlining. Tape the entire cable harness to the headlining so that it is secure.