For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
- Remove the front seats. Refer to Bucket Seat Replacement in Seats.
- Remove the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Remove the center pillar garnish molding. Refer to Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
- Remove the front carpet retainer. Refer to Front Carpet Retainer Replacement .
- Remove the front carpet (1).
Caution: When you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, you must disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause air bag deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
Installation Procedure
- Lay the front carpet (1) into the vehicle.
- Work the front edges of the carpet into place under the instrument panel.
- Install the floor vent into the floor ducts, if equipped.
- Install the center console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Install the front carpet retainer. Refer to Front Carpet Retainer Replacement
- Install the center pillar garnish molding. Refer to Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
- Install the front seats. Refer to Bucket Seat Replacement in Seats.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.
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.
