2007 Dodge Caravan Remove Headliner

OCEANBUIE

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2007 DODGE CARAVAN
6 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
65,000 MILES

I need to drop the headliner in my van to install a ladder rack. The instructions do not address how to remove the headliner. Can you explain how to do this and will I need any special tools to remove it? Also, are there any wires attached to the underside of the top of the van that I need to be aware of so that I do not drill into them? Any help will be much appreciated! Thanks.

Tuesday, September 30th, 2008 AT 10:46 AM

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KHLOW2008

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Hi oceanbuie,

Thank you for the donation.

HEADLINER REMOVAL
1. Remove sun visors - and vanity mirrors.
2. Remove sun visor center supports.
3. If equipped, remove coat hooks.
4. If equipped, remove roof rail modules.
5. Remove A-pillar trim covers.
6. Remove B-pillar upper trim covers.
7. Remove C-pillar upper trim covers.
8. Remove D-pillar trim covers.
9. Remove liftgate opening header trim.
10. If equipped, remove overhead console screw.
11. If equipped, remove reading lamp.
12. Remove dome lamp.
13. Remove push in locking fasteners attaching headlining

Fig. 9: Identifying Headlining Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

14. Remove wiring connections.
15. Remove headlining from roof.
16. Extract headlining through liftgate opening.

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Tuesday, September 30th, 2008 AT 11:28 AM

OCEANBUIE

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Mr. KHLow2008,

Thank you for your answer but I should have asked for detailed instructions. I know nothing about how to do this.

I understand the step by step sequence but do I need specail tools. It says remove this and that but I do not see any screws or any way to remove it. Also, are there any wires attached to the underside of the top of the van that I need to be aware of so that I do not drill into them?

If you could list the tools needed and how to remove the liner, then I can proceed. Thanks a million!

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Tuesday, September 30th, 2008 AT 12:17 PM

KHLOW2008

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Hi oceanbuie,

No special tools are required. You need to feel and pry off clips. Screwdrivers would be required.

Wires would be found near the roof lights area. I do not know the exact route of the wires so you need to check from where they go up to the roof. Usually from front or centre LH pillar.

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Tuesday, September 30th, 2008 AT 12:38 PM