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Interior Trim Chevrolet Malibu VI

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Fastener Tightening Specifications

ApplicationSpecification
MetricEnglish
Assist Handle Fasteners2.5 N.m22 lb in
Garnish Molding Fasteners3 N.m26 lb in
Sunshade Retainer Bezel Fasteners2.5 N.m22 lb in
Sunshade to Headliner Fasteners2.5 N.m22 lb in
Trim Panel Fasteners3 N.m26 lb in

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Eliminating Unwanted Odors in Vehicles

GM Vehicle Care Odor Eliminator, GM P/N 12378554 (Canadian P/N 88901678), may control or eliminate odors in the interior and luggage compartment areas of GM vehicles. This non-toxic, biodegradable, odorless product has been shown to greatly reduce or remove the following types of odor

  1. Objectionable smells of mold and mildew resulting from vehicle water leaks
  2. Customer created odors, such as smoke

You may safely use GM Vehicle Care Odor Eliminator on fabrics, vinyl, leather, carpet, and sound deadening materials. You may also induce this product into HVAC modules and instrument panel ducts for the control of non-bacterial related odors.

IMPORTANTThis product leaves no residual scent and should not be used as an air freshener.

This product may result in the permanent elimination of an odor and may be preferable to customers whose allergies make them sensitive to perfumes. This product may effectively remove odors when directly contacting the odor source. In cases such as water leaks, use this product with diagnostic procedures to first eliminate the primary cause of the odor. Then use further applications on the residual odor to permanently correct the vehicle condition.

How to Use this Product

  1. Spray GM Vehicle Care Odor Eliminator directly or as an additive with carpet shampoo in steam cleaners.
  2. Do not use on any interior surface that plain water would deteriorate, because this product will have the same effect. Also avoid letting this product come into contact with vinegar or any acidic substance. Acid-based products will hamper the effectiveness of GM Vehicle Care Odor Eliminator.
  3. Instructions and cautions are printed on the bottle, but additional help is available. If you encounter a persistent or recurring odor, you may call to obtain additional information and usage suggestions. In the USA, call 1-800-955-8591. In Canada, call 1-800-977-4145.

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the door.
  2. Remove the floor mat from the floor mat retainer.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the floor mat to the floor mat retainer.
  2. Close the door.
  1. Open the front door.
  2. Remove the carpet retainer by pulling up, starting at the rear of the retainer.
  1. Install the carpet retainer, starting at the front of the car and working toward the rear.
  2. Snap the retainer into place.
  3. Close the door.
  1. Open the rear door.
  2. Remove the rear carpet retainer by pulling straight up.
  1. Install the carpet retainer, snapping the retainer into place.
  2. Close the door.

Floor Carpet Drying

If the carpet or the pad or insulator is wet, use the following criteria for drying or for replacing the components

  1. For a 1-piece carpet assembly bonded to a cotton or a fiber padding, replace the entire assembly.
  2. For a 2-piece carpet assembly with a cotton or a fiber padding, replace the padding only. While the carpet is out of the vehicle, dry the carpet using the method described below.
  3. For a 1-piece carpet assembly bonded to a foam padding or attached to a synthetic padding, dry the carpet using the method described below.
  4. For a 2-piece carpet assembly with a synthetic padding, dry the assembly using the method described below.

Drying Method

  1. If you observe puddles of liquid on the carpet face, use a wet vacuum to remove the excess moisture.
  2. Blot the face of the carpet with a towel in order to absorb as much moisture as possible.
  3. Point a fan at the affected area and air dry the carpet.
  1. Remove the driver and the passenger front seat. Refer to «Seat Replacement - Front Bucket»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/seats/#seat-system) in Seats.
  2. Remove the transaxle floor shift control. Refer to «Floor Shift Control Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transaxle-4t40-e4t45-e-introduction-service-replacement) in Automatic Transaxle - 4T40-E/4T45-E.
  3. Remove the right and the left front carpet retainers. Refer to «Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  4. Remove the right and the left garnish molding from the lower center pillar. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Center Pillar Lower»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  5. Remove the front carpet from the vehicle.
  1. Install the front carpet to the vehicle.
  2. Install the right and the left garnish molding from the lower center pillar. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Center Pillar Lower»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  3. Install the right and the left front carpet retainers. Refer to «Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  4. Install the transaxle floor shift control. Refer to «Floor Shift Control Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transaxle-4t40-e4t45-e-introduction-service-replacement) in Automatic Transaxle - 4T40-E/4T45-E.
  5. Install the driver and the passenger front seat. Refer to «Seat Replacement - Front Bucket»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/seats/#seat-system) in Seats.
  1. Remove front seats bolts and tilt seats forward.
  2. Remove the rear carpet.
  1. Install the rear carpet.
  2. Install the front seat bolts. Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
  1. Open the rear door.
  2. Remove the floor mats from the vehicle.
  1. Install the floor mats.
  2. Close the door.
  1. Disable the roof rail SIR system, if equipped. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  2. Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  3. Remove the sunshades. Refer to «Sunshade Replacement (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) and «Sunshade Replacement (Extended Sedan Rear)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  4. Remove the sunshade supports. Refer to «Sunshade Retainer Bezel Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  5. Remove the garnish moldings from the upper center pillar. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Center Pillar Upper»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  6. Remove the upper panels from the rear quarter trim. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  7. Remove the assist handles. Refer to «Assist Handle Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  8. Disconnect the sunroof motor electrical connector, if equipped.
  9. Remove the rear fasteners from the headliner.
  10. Remove the front passenger seat. Refer to «Seat Replacement - Front Bucket»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/seats/#seat-system) in Seats.
  11. Move the driver seat full forward.
  12. Recline the driver seat.
  13. Remove the rear seat bolster assembly. Refer to «Seat Back Bolster Replacement - Rear Split Folding»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/seats/#seat-system) in Seats.
  14. Remove the rear body trim panel. Refer to «Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exterior-body-panels/#body-rear-end) in Body Rear End.
  15. Remove the fastener from the body wiring junction block. Slide the junction block towards the rear of the vehicle and pull out.
  16. Remove the headliner wiring harness from the rear junction block.
  17. Pass the headliner wiring harness through the access hole behind the rear seat.
  18. Remove the headliner wire harness from the rear quarter panel.
  19. Remove the headliner from the vehicle through the rear passenger door.
  1. If installing a new headliner, transfer the dome lamp and the console to the new headliner.
  2. Install the headliner to the vehicle through the rear passenger door.
  3. Attach the headliner wire harness to the rear quarter panel.
  4. Route the headliner wiring harness through the access hole behind the rear seat.
  5. Install the headliner wiring harness to the rear body wiring junction block.
  6. Install the rear junction block to the vehicle and secure with the fastener. Tighten: Tighten the fastener to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
  7. Install the rear body trim panel. Refer to «Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exterior-body-panels/#body-rear-end) in Body Rear End.
  8. Install the rear seat bolster assembly. Refer to «Seat Back Bolster Replacement - Rear Split Folding»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/seats/#seat-system) in Seats.
  9. Place the driver seat in an upright position.
  10. Install the front passenger seat. Refer to «Seat Replacement - Front Bucket»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/seats/#seat-system) in Seats.
  11. Install the rear fasteners to the headliner.
  12. Connect the sunroof motor electrical connector.
  13. Install the assist handles. Refer to «Assist Handle Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  14. On the extended sedan, install the lower rear quarter trim panels. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Lower (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  15. Install the upper panels to the rear quarter trim. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  16. Install the garnish moldings to the upper center pillar. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Center Pillar Upper»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  17. Install the sunshade supports. Refer to «Sunshade Retainer Bezel Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  18. Install the sunshades. Refer to «Sunshade Replacement (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) and «Sunshade Replacement (Extended Sedan Rear)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  19. Install the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  20. Enable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  1. Disable the roof rail SIR system, if equipped. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  2. Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  3. Remove the sunshades. Refer to «Sunshade Replacement (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) and «Sunshade Replacement (Extended Sedan Rear)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  4. Remove the sunshade supports. Refer to «Sunshade Retainer Bezel Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  5. Remove the garnish moldings from the upper center pillar. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Center Pillar Upper»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  6. Remove the upper panels from the rear quarter trim. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  7. Remove the lower rear quarter trim panels. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Lower (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  8. Remove the assist handles. Refer to «Assist Handle Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  9. Remove the rear fasteners from the headliner.
  10. Move the front seats full forward.
  11. Recline the front seats.
  12. Fold the rear seatback down.
  13. Remove the fastener from the body wiring junction block by releasing the tab. Slide the junction block towards the rear of the vehicle and pull out.
  14. Remove the headliner wiring harness from the rear junction block.
  15. Remove the headliner harness from the rear quarter panel.
  16. Remove the sunroof lace from the vehicle, if equipped.
  17. Lower the headliner through the roof of the vehicle.
  18. Disconnect the sunroof electrical connector, if equipped.
  19. Disconnect the rearview mirror electrical connector.
  20. Remove the headliner from the vehicle through the liftgate opening.
  1. If installing a new headliner, transfer the dome lamp and the console to the new headliner.
  2. Install the headliner to the vehicle through the liftgate opening.
  3. Connect the rearview mirror electrical connector.
  4. Connect the sunroof electrical connector.
  5. Install the sunroof lace.
  6. Install the headliner wiring to the rear quarter panel.
  7. Install the headliner wiring harness to the rear body wiring junction block.
  8. Install the rear junction block to the vehicle and secure with the fastener. Tighten: Tighten the fastener to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
  9. Place the front and the rear seats in an upright position.
  10. Install the rear fasteners to the headliner.
  11. Install the assist handles. Refer to «Assist Handle Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  12. Install the lower rear quarter trim panels. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Lower (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  13. Install the upper panels to the rear quarter trim. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  14. Install the garnish moldings to the upper center pillar. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Center Pillar Upper»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  15. Install the sunshade supports. Refer to «Sunshade Retainer Bezel Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  16. Install the sunshades. Refer to «Sunshade Replacement (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) and «Sunshade Replacement (Extended Sedan Rear)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  17. Install the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Windshield Pillar»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  18. Enable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  1. Remove the cover to the assist handle fasteners.
  2. Remove the fasteners from the assist handle.
  3. Remove the assist handle.
  1. Position the assist handle into place and install the fasteners. Tighten: Tighten the fasteners to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
  2. Install the cover over the fasteners.
  1. Using a flat-bladed tool, remove the overhead console from the console bezel.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  3. Remove the OnStar(R) microphone.
  4. Remove the universal garage door opener. Refer to «Garage Door Opener Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/accessories-control-systems/#garage-door-opener-system) in Garage Door Opener.
  5. Remove the sunroof switch, if equipped. Refer to «Sunroof Switch Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/sun-rooft-topconvertible-top/#sunroof-system) in Roof.
  1. Install the sunroof switch. Refer to «Sunroof Switch Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/sun-rooft-topconvertible-top/#sunroof-system) in Roof.
  2. Install the universal garage door opener. Refer to «Garage Door Opener Replacement»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/accessories-control-systems/#garage-door-opener-system) in Garage Door Opener.
  3. Install the OnStar(R) microphone.
  4. Partially install the overhead console and connect the electrical connectors.
  5. Install the overhead console from the console bezel.
  1. Remove the overhead console. Refer to «Console Replacement - Overhead»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  2. Remove the overhead console bezel.
  3. Remove the overhead mounting bracket from the headliner opening.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  1. Connect the electrical connectors.
  2. Install the overhead mounting bracket to the headliner opening.
  3. Install the overhead console bezel.
  4. Install the overhead console. Refer to «Console Replacement - Overhead»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  1. Remove the sunshade from the sunshade retainer.
  2. Remove the cover from the fasteners.
  3. Remove the fasteners.
  4. Partially remove the headliner to access the electrical connector. Refer to «Headliner Replacement (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) and «Headliner Replacement (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  5. Remove the sunshade.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector, if equipped.
  1. Connect the electrical connector.
  2. Reinstall the headliner, if lowered for electrical connector access. Refer to «Headliner Replacement (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) and «Headliner Replacement (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  3. Position the sunshade and install the fasteners. Tighten: Tighten the fasteners to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
  4. Install the cover to the sunshade fasteners.
  5. Install the sunshade to the sunshade retainer.
  1. Remove the headliner. Refer to «Headliner Replacement (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) and «Headliner Replacement (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  2. Remove the sunshade fasteners from the headliner trim ring.
  3. Remove the sunshade.
  1. Install the sunshade.
  2. Install the sunshade fasteners.
  3. Install the headliner. Refer to «Headliner Replacement (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) and «Headliner Replacement (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  1. Remove the sunshade from the sunshade retainer.
  2. Remove the cover from the retainer fasteners.
  3. Remove the fasteners and remove the sunshade retainer.
  1. Position the sunshade retainer and install the retainer fasteners. Tighten: Tighten the fasteners to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
  2. Install the cover to the retainer fasteners.
  3. Install the sunshade to the sunshade retainer.
  1. Disable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  2. Partially remove the front door weather-strip. Refer to «Weatherstrip Replacement - Front Door Opening»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#door-system-mirror-system-window-system) .
  3. Remove the cover from the garnish trim fasteners.
  4. Remove the garnish trim fasteners.
  5. Starting at the top, remove the windshield garnish trim by pulling straight out.
  1. Starting at the bottom, install the windshield garnish trim.
  2. Install the garnish trim fastener. Tighten: Tighten the fastener to 3 N.m (26 lb in).
  3. Install the cover to the garnish trim fastener.
  4. Install the front door weather-strip. Refer to «Weatherstrip Replacement - Front Door Opening»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#door-system-mirror-system-window-system) .
  5. Enable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  1. Disable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  2. Remove the fastener from the seat belt D-ring and remove the D-ring.
  3. Remove the adjustable shoulder belt knob.
  4. Starting at the top, remove the garnish molding by pulling forward.
  1. Starting at the bottom, install the garnish molding to the vehicle.
  2. Install the adjustable shoulder belt knob.
  3. Position the seat belt D-ring and install the D-ring fastener. Tighten: Tighten the fastener to 35 N.m (25 lb ft).
  4. Enable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  1. Disable the roof rail SIR system, if equipped. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  2. Remove the upper center garnish molding. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Center Pillar Upper»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  3. Remove the front carpet retainer. Refer to «Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  4. Remove the rear carpet retainer. Refer to «Carpet Retainer Replacement - Rear»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  5. Beginning at the top, remove the garnish molding by pulling forward.
  1. Beginning at the bottom, install the garnish molding.
  2. Install the rear carpet retainer. Refer to «Carpet Retainer Replacement - Rear»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  3. Install the front carpet retainer. Refer to «Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  4. Install the upper center garnish molding. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Center Pillar Upper»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  5. Enable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  1. Disable the roof rail SIR system, if equipped. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  2. Remove the garnish trim fastener cover.
  3. Remove the garnish trim fastener.
  4. Starting at the top, remove the garnish trim by pulling straight out.
  1. Starting at the bottom, install the garnish trim into the vehicle.
  2. Install the garnish trim fastener. Tighten: Tighten the fastener to 3 N.m (26 lb in).
  3. Install the trim fastener cover.
  4. Enable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  1. Using a small flat-bladed tool, remove the trim panel fastener cover.
  2. Remove the trim panel fastener.
  3. Starting at the top, remove the trim panel by pulling straight off.
  1. Position the trim panel to the vehicle.
  2. Install the trim panel fastener. Tighten: Tighten the fastener to 3 N.m (26 lb in).
  3. Install the trim panel fastener cover.
  1. Remove the rear window shelf panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Window Shelf (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) and «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Window Shelf (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  2. Remove the rear carpet retainer. Refer to «Carpet Retainer Replacement - Rear»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  3. Remove the upper rear quarter trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  4. Move the rear seat forward and fold the seat forward.
  5. Remove the seat belt anchor from the rear seat.
  6. Remove the rear spare tire cover.
  7. Remove the rear sill plate. Refer to «Compartment Sill Plate Replacement - Rear»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exterior-body-panels/#body-rear-end) in Body Rear End.
  8. Remove the seat back bumper from the rear lower quarter trim panel.
  9. Remove the shoulder belt bezel from the quarter trim panel.
  10. Remove the cargo net anchor from the quarter trim panel.
  11. Remove the upper fastener from the quarter trim panel.
  12. If you are removing the quarter trim panel from the driver side, remove the rear cargo light.
  13. If you are removing the quarter trim panel from the driver side, disconnect the rear outlet accessory socket.
  14. Starting at the top, remove the trim panel by pulling straight off.
  1. Install the lower quarter trim panel to the vehicle.
  2. Connect the rear outlet accessory socket.
  3. Install the rear cargo light.
  4. Install the upper fastener to the quarter trim panel.
  5. Install the cargo net anchor to the quarter trim panel.
  6. Install the shoulder belt bezel to the quarter trim panel.
  7. Install the seat back bumper to the quarter trim panel.
  8. Install the rear sill plate. Refer to «Compartment Sill Plate Replacement - Rear»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exterior-body-panels/#body-rear-end) in Body Rear End.
  9. Install the spare tire cover.
  10. Install the seat belt anchor to the rear seat.
  11. Move the rear seat to the original position.
  12. Install the quarter trim panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  13. Install the rear carpet retainer. Refer to «Carpet Retainer Replacement - Rear»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  14. Install the rear window shelf panel. Refer to «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Window Shelf (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) «Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Window Shelf (Extended Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  1. Disable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  2. Remove the upper rear garnish molding. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Rear Corner Upper»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  3. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to «Seat Cushion Replacement - Rear (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/seats/#seat-system) in Seats.
  4. Remove the seat back bolster assembly. Refer to «Seat Back Bolster Replacement - Rear Split Folding»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/seats/#seat-system) in Seats.
  5. Remove the shelf trim panel fasteners.
  6. Remove the shelf trim panel.
  1. Install the shelf trim panel.
  2. Install the shelf trim panel fasteners.
  3. Install the rear seat back bolster assembly. Refer to «Seat Back Bolster Replacement - Rear Split Folding»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/seats/#seat-system) in Seats.
  4. Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to «Seat Cushion Replacement - Rear (Sedan)»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/seats/#seat-system) in Seats.
  5. Install the upper rear garnish molding. Refer to «Garnish Molding Replacement - Rear Corner Upper»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) .
  6. Enable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to «SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8»(/chevrolet/malibu/vi-2003-2006/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) in SIR.
  1. Remove the cargo shade from the rear seat head restraint.
  2. Removing rear shelf panel from the vehicle.
  1. Install the rear shelf panel to the vehicle.
  2. Install the cargo shade to the rear seat head restraint.

Headliner Description

The headliner panel is a one-piece polyurethane/fiberglass substrate panel covered with a foam cloth facing. The substrate does not allow for replacement of the cloth facing. Service the formed headliner panel as a complete unit.

The headliner panel is held in place with the following components

  1. Plastic push retainers at the rear of the liftgate
  2. Sunshade retainers
  3. Dome lamps
  4. Rail lamps
  5. Coat hooks
  6. Upper trim panels

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