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Installation Procedure

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    CAUTION: In order to avoid personal injury or vehicle damage when you repair or replace the carpet, use the same thickness and material size as the original installation. Always return the carpet to the original location.
  1. Position the carpet in the vehicle. Reach under the carpet and feed the following connectors through the slits in the carpet where required:
    • The power seat adjusters
    • The seat belt pretensioner connector
    • The seat belt warning wire connector
  2. Fig 1: Front Carpet
    GM900768Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the push-in retainers which hold the carpet on top of the rocker panels.
  4. Carefully insert the carpet underneath the pedals.
  5. Fig 2: Inserting Front Carpet
    GM320787Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the quarter lower trim. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Lower  .
  7. Install the lower trim panel to the center pillar. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Lower Center Pillar  .
  8. Install the carpet retainers. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front  .
  9. Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to Seat Cushion Replacement - Rear in Seats.
  10. Install the front floor console, if equipped. Refer to Console Replacement - Front Floor in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  11. Install the front seats. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket in Seats.