Carpet Replacement

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before performing repairs or service.

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
Take care not to damage, wrinkle, or twist the carpet.
Be careful not to damage the dashboard or other interior trim pieces.

Remove these items:
- Front seats, both sides (see FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Rear seat cushion (see REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Door sill trim, both sides (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS )
- Kick panel, both sides (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS )
- Door opening trim, both sides (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS )
- Front seat belt lower anchor, both sides (see step 5 on FRONT SEAT BELT )
Detach the clips, then remove the footrest (A).

Fig 1: Removing Footrest
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Using a utility knife, cut the carpet (A) at the shift lever area (B) and parking brake lever area (C) as shown.

Fig 2: Cutting Carpet At Shift Lever Area And Parking Brake Lever Area
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the carpet (A).
1. Remove the clip.
2. Release the fasteners (B), then pull back the carpet from under the dashboard.
3. Remove the front lower portions of both rear side trim panels (C) as necessary.
4. Pull the carpet out from both rear side trim panels.
5. If necessary, remove the floor mat holders (D).
  
  Fig 3: Removing Front Lower Portions Of Both Rear Side Trim Panels
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the carpet in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Take care not to damage, wrinkle, or twist the carpet.
- Make sure the seat harnesses are routed correctly.
- Slip the carpet under the rear side trim panel on each side properly.
- Replace the clip if it's damaged.
- Reattach the cut areas at the shift lever and parking brake lever with wire ties.
- When installing new carpet, cut the carpet at the shift lever and parking brake lever. After installing the new carpet, reattach the cut areas with wire ties.