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Carpet Replacement

Carpet Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures 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.
- Before disconnecting the negative cable from the battery, make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the customer's radio station presets.
- Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
- Use a T30 Torx bit to remove the SRS unit mounting bolts and ground bolt.

1. Remove these items, then remove the carpet in the numbered sequence:
- Seats
- B-pillar lower trim panel, both sides
- Front console and rear console
- Instrument panel and gauge assembly
- Glove box







2. Install the carpet in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the wire harness is routed correctly and clipped into place.
- Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.
- Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and replace them with new ones.
- Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
- Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the audio presets.
- Reset the clock.
- Do the ECM idle learn procedure.