How to Install a Camaro Headliner

The headliner on a Camaro can start to sag or become damaged over time. Keeping the headliner in good repair will help prevent premature rusting of the roof as well as maintain the aesthetics of the car’s interior. Camaros manufactured after 1973 have a pressboard headliner that can be replaced at home with a pre-manufactured kit, found at most auto parts stores, some basic tools, and some careful attention to details.

Things You’ll Need:

• Flat head screwdriver


• Soft-bristled brush


• Pre-manufactured headliner kit*

* Kits are available at many auto parts stores and a generic small or medium sized kit will work for most Camaros, as long as you are only replacing the headliner. A larger kit will be necessary if you also need to replace the sun visors and rear panels.

1. Park the car on a level surface. Remove the screws and trim around the car’s interior and any other trim that is attached to the roof. Pry off the seatbelt covers with a flat head screwdriver. Remove the screws and hangers on the speaker panel. Carefully remove the clips that hold the front of the headliner board. Depending on the age of your car, the headliner board can become brittle, so use care when removing it from the car. Once you have it out of the car, lay it on a flat work surface.

2. Remove the old material from the pressboard and discard it. Clean the board using a soft-bristled brush. Removing the old adhesive will allow the new material to adhere correctly.

3. Lay the material found in the pre-manufactured headliner kit on the pressboard. Trim any excess material from the edges. Cut holes for the overhead light and the seatbelts. Most kits come with adhesive that you brush on the board, but some come with retainer clips. Make sure you follow the directions that are included with the kit.

4. Slide the headliner board back into the car carefully. Raise it to the ceiling. Snap the front edge into the retaining clips while sliding the rear edge towards the back. Replace the trim, the speaker panel hangers and the seat belt covers.