How to install Tahoe carpet?

Answer 1

Trhough my experience, this is the best install procedure that we have developed. It is simplified, but if you take your time and follow this, you should not have any problems: * Remove your new automobile carpet from the box, unroll and lay the carpet in a warm area and allow it to settle for one to two hours before attempting to install. (This will allow the automobile carpet to regain its molded shape.) * Remove sill plates (metal strip holding Automobile carpet at threshold of the door). Be sure to keep the screws. * Remove the front seats and seat tracks by removing the floor bolts in the seat tracks. Be sure to check for and disconnect any electrical connections. * Remove rear seat cushions and center console if applicable. * Remove seat belt bolts if they are mounted in the carpet area. * It may be required to remove or loosen the kick panels and other moldings to remove the old Automobile carpet. * Remove the old Automobile carpet, KEEP IT! do not discard the old carpet yet. * Remove the old carpet padding, leave the body insulation on the floor * Vacuum or sweep the floor, remove all loose matter * Place the old automobile carpet over your new Stock Interiors molded carpet. Mark any holes or additional cutout on the carpet with chalk, Do Not Cut the New carpet Yet! * Place your new automobile carpet in the vehicle by centering it on the transmission tunnel and working towards the sides. (If yours is a 2-piece carpet, install the rear first) * Match the contours of the auto carpet with the floor; be sure the heel pad is under the area for the gas pedal. * After confirming the proper fit, start the required cutouts as you fit the carpet to the vehicle. Note, it is better to start with a small slit in the carpet just large enough to fit over the object, then enlarge the opening only as much as required. Do Not Over Cut! * After the correct fit is determined, fold back a section of carpet, apply any needed adhesive, and press back down to the floor. (Tip:Using a common automotive spray adhesive in spots will give a smoother fit, and less likely to move over time.) Slip the automobile carpet under the kick panels, door posts, and any valance if present, trim the excess that has been provided to allow for a perfect fit into your automobile. * Replace back seat, kick panels, consoles, seat belts, front seats, and sill plates (caution should be taken when reapplying any screws not to catch or snag the carpet.)