R3 Headliner Sunroof Aperture Plastic Trim Problem

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R3 Headliner Sunroof Aperture Plastic Trim Problem

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I've just replaced the headling material on my 200 iS.

When I tried to refit the sunroof aperture trim, it appears to have shrunk. 😱

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After a bit of a faff, I managed to fit all 6 clips, although one subsequently pulled away from the headliner board. 🙄

Unfortunately, it's clearly not gripping at the sides. Does anyone know what I'm doing wrong?
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Re: R3 Headliner Sunroof Aperture Plastic Trim Problem

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Was the original headlining material wrapped over the edges of the aperture? (Effectively making the hole smaller)
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Re: R3 Headliner Sunroof Aperture Plastic Trim Problem

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220 GSi turbo wrote: Fri Dec 06, 2024 6:33 pm Was the original headlining material wrapped over the edges of the aperture? (Effectively making the hole smaller)

I couldn't remember that, so I did wonder.......then I realised that there was no evidence of old glue or foam in the upper surface!
Topcat Tomcat (aka Conductorwomble)

1990 216 GSi Auto 5 Door
1995 214 iS 3 Door - White Gold
1998 VVC Coupe - Tahiti Blue/Red Piccadilly & Leather
2001 1.8 Connie 45 4 Door - Wedgewood Blue
2004 75 CDTi Connie - Firefrost
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