Replacing Sure Shade Control Box

JustEnough

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Good morning all. I have a 375 Freedom and replacing the SureShade Control box that is tucked up inside. How do I remove the headliner with the three lights in it please? Looks like it has been done before if you note the "screwdriver" marks on the left side of the vinyl.

I'd appreciate the help in opening it up. The new SureShade box looks pretty straightforward and hopefully it will resolve low power issues.

Thank you!
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It looks Similar to the ones n the cabin which you should be able to pry out.
 

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If you start by prying the panel, use a wide, plastic trim removal tool. They're inexpensive either online or Harbor Freight.

I believe the lights pull down/out, right? It *might* help to pull them down to give you a better handhold when pulling the panel down.
 

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Good morning all. I have a 375 Freedom and replacing the SureShade Control box that is tucked up inside. How do I remove the headliner with the three lights in it please? Looks like it has been done before if you note the "screwdriver" marks on the left side of the vinyl.

I'd appreciate the help in opening it up. The new SureShade box looks pretty straightforward and hopefully it will resolve low power issues.

Thank you!
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Hi, I have a 2019 370 express. In transport the antenna got ripped off. In order to fix we need to run wire. So we think we need to remove the headliner, did you figure out how to get yours off? We don't want to damage it. Thanks!
 

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As DennisG01 mentioned - it's very easy. Simply pry off the headliner and everything is pretty easy to access. Be prepared to replaced a couple snaps that will be broken.
 

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Yes, just pry the liner down. It will make a loud snap when the first couple release. There is one snap about every 4” to 6”.
 

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It does pop off by prying. I had a 2017 375 Freedom that caught fire and burnt up. I have a bunch of extra parts for this boat. You’re welcome to them. Tables, covers, cushions. Text me 757-635-3133