Carpet Replacement

NOTE: SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, (see AIR BAG RESTRAINTS SYSTEM article, and the precautions and procedures (see AIR BAG RESTRAINTS SYSTEM article ) before performing repairs or service.

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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 )
- Center lower trim (see Center Lower Pocket Removal/Installation )
- Second row seats
- Center pillar lower trim panel, both sides (see Trim Removal/Installation - Door Area )
- Kick panel, both sides (see Trim Removal/Installation - Door Area )
- Rear side trim panel, both sides (see Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Lower Area )
From under the dash, detach the clips, release the hook (A) (driver's side), then remove the driver's heater lower cover (B) and passenger's heater lower cover (C).

Fig 1: Releasing Hook
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For except Van: Remove the screws and detach the clips, then remove the second seat striker covers (A, B, C).

Fig 2: Removing Second Striker Covers (Except Van Models)
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For Van: Remove the bolts and remove the floor recess lid (A).

Fig 3: Removing Bolts & Floor Recess Lid (Van Models)
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Remove the clips and release the retainers (A), hook (B) and fasteners (C), then remove the front carpet (D) and rear carpet (E). Put on gloves to protect your hands.

Fig 4: Removing Clips & Releasing Retainers
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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 harness is routed correctly.
- Slip the slits in the carpet over the hooks.
- Replace any damaged clips.
- Push the clips into place securely.