Hyundai ix35 Headliner
Headliner for the Hyundai ix35 — new, used and aftermarket stock, quoted once we know which ix35 you are running. Find quality Hyundai ix35 breaker yard at our facility.
What Are Hyundai ix35 Headliner?
The headliner is the foam-backed fabric panel that covers the inside of your Hyundai roof. It sags first around the mirror mount and the sunroof aperture on older Accent, Sonata and Elantra cars, once the factory adhesive gives up under a South African summer.
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ix35 Headliner: what actually decides fitment
ix35 owners are usually surprised by how much turns on the generation code — LM all sold here.Because the ix35 and the LM Tucson are one vehicle under two names, parts listed for either will usually interchange — worth knowing when one listing is dry and the other is not.
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Find the generation code on your ix35 — it appears on the VIN plate and on the original registration paperwork.
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Confirm the engine family. The ix35 ran Theta II 2.0 and R-line 2.0 CRDi in this market.
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Send both to us with the headliner you are after , along with the trim level, the interior colour, and whether the car has leather or cloth. We match it before we quote, not after.
Sourcing note: the ix35mechanically the same vehicle as the LM-generation Tucson, and a close relative of the Kia Sportage SL — which widens where we can look when local stock is thin.
In South Africa the ix35 is mostly sold in big numbers as a mid-size family SUV and now firmly in the second- and third-owner phase, where turbo, injector and body-panel demand peaks. That is the wear pattern we stock and source against.
Hyundai ix35 Headliner FAQs
Will headliner from another ix35 fit mine?
Not automatically. The ix35 sold in South Africa as LM, and because the ix35 and the LM Tucson are one vehicle under two names, parts listed for either will usually interchange — worth knowing when one listing is dry and the other is not. Send us the generation code off your VIN plate and we will confirm it either way before anything is dispatched.
What should I send you when asking about ix35 headliner?
The VIN is the single most useful thing — a photo of the plate is fine. Failing that, the generation code and the engine code off the block. The ix35 ran as LM, so the generation is what narrows the search.
How much does it cost to replace a Hyundai headliner?
A full retrim through an SA auto-upholsterer typically runs R2,600-R6,200 depending on panel size and fabric choice. A used headliner through Pro Hyundai Spares costs less, but matching colour and condition is the challenge.
How do you fix a sagging headliner in a Hyundai?
The proper fix is dropping the panel, stripping the old fabric and foam and bonding new material with high-temp trim adhesive. Pins and tacks are a short-term trick that leaves visible dots and rarely outlasts one summer.
What causes a Hyundai headliner to sag?
The factory polyurethane foam between fabric and roof board breaks down after 10-15 years of heat and UV. SA summers, black cars and cars parked outside accelerate it. The foam turns to dust, so the fabric has nothing to hold onto.
Can you repair a Hyundai headliner without replacing it?
Small sags near edges respond to careful re-gluing with 3M Super 77 or similar. Large central sags almost always need a full retrim, because the foam layer itself is gone and glue alone will not hold the weight.
Where can I buy a Hyundai headliner in South Africa?
Pro Hyundai Spares sources used headliners for the Accent, Sonata, Elantra and Creta. Most owners end up at a local trim shop for a retrim instead. Send us your VIN and we will quote both options side by side.
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Get your ix35 headliner matched properly
A part number from the old unit, or simply your VIN, is enough for us to identify the right headliner for your ix35.