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So last year I had a new windshield installed due to a rock hitting my windshield. I have a dash camera on my windshield and although I removed that, I left the 12V cord running above the windshield, tucked under the front of the headliner. I thought this would be a non-issue. Today, I see it was an issue. The black epoxy stuff they put around the windshield has essentially glued the cable in place in a spot or two. Any suggestions on how to deal with this? I gave it a decent tug but it didn't seem to budge and don't want to do any damage. I also would rather not remove the headliner if I can avoid it.

 

Any suggestions would be appreciated! Worse case is I cut it and buy a new cord, but I'd prefer to try another route first :)

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It's pretty straight forward to drop the headliner. You don't have to remove it but just remove the bolts towards the front and pry it down. I had to do this not too long ago when my Sirius xm antenna was leaking.

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I'd leave the cord. It could prove handy for future use! Buying a replacement would save a potential mess.

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That is a urethane. It is hard as hell. Either cut the urethane where it's caught or cut the cord. I new razor will cut into urethane easily.

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Where are the bolts located?

There are a few videos on dropping the headliner but the screws that hold the sun visor up as well as the "oh sh*t" handle on the side you want to drop. Gave me easy access to the headliner

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You're right; that epoxy is tough stuff! Wow. I tried to cut it with a sharp knife but it didn't budge. That being said, I didn't pull down the headliner as I am selling the truck later today. I will just leave it there and buy a new cord.

 

Appreciate the suggestions though everyone!

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