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A new automotive carpet can increase the resale value of a car. Learn how to replace an automotive carpet with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video series on automotive maintenance.
There are 31 videos in this series:
Replacing automotive carpet is a quick way to increase a car's value. Know when it's time to change vehicle rugs with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Replacing automotive carpet requires standard safety practices. Safely replace car rugs with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Replacing automotive carpet requires the right tools. Be prepared with the correct tools for replacing vehicle rugs with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Vacuum the automobile before replacing the carpet and removing the driver seat. Get detailed information on removing a car driver seat before taking out a vehicle rug with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
When replacing automotive carpet, both front and back bolts need to be removed before pulling out the passenger seat. See how to remove a car passenger seat with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Before replacing automotive carpet, remove push pins on the back of the driver side backrest. Learn about the tool to help remove push pins easier from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Remove carpet first from the passenger side backrest when replacing automotive carpet. Find out more about removing a passenger side backrest with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
When replacing automotive carpet, move seat belts out of the way before removing rear seats. Discover how to remove car back seats with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Seat belt latches have two bolts that need to removed before replacing an automotive carpet. Remove car seat belt latches properly with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
When replacing automotive carpet, remove and lay door insert parts in order. Find out how to lay out car door inserts with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Remove kick and pillar panels before replacing automotive carpet. Learn about removing kick and pillar panels on a car with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Replacing automotive carpet cannot be done without removing the center console. Take out a car center console properly with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Some automobiles have a computer and cover that must be removed before replacing the carpet. Get information on how to remove a car computer with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
When replacing an automotive carpet, the console bracket must be removed. Remove a car console bracket with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
The heat duct must be removed before replacing automotive carpet. See what removing a heat duct looks like in this free video on automotive maintenance from a certified master mechanic.
Removing the lock module is the last step before replacing old automotive carpet. Find out how to remove a car lock module with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Three clips hold automotive carpet in place and can be removed by hand or special tool. Figure out which car rug removal method is easier with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Remove the foot rest pedal before removing the rest of the automotive carpet. Learn how to remove a car foot rest pedal with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Clean out any debris before installing new replacement automotive carpet. Discover how long to let a car sit before putting in new carpet with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Make sure the driver side carpet matches the passenger side when installing replacement automotive carpet. Install automotive carpet correctly with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
After replacing automotive carpet on the driver's side, install the lock module. Find out how to install a car lock module with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Install the heater duct after installing replacement automotive carpet. Installing a heater duct is easier with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
The console bracket is installed after replacing automotive carpet. Learn how to install a car console bracket with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Don't force install connectors in the automobile computer after replacing the carpet. Ease car computer connectors in correctly with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Installing an automobile console is done in two halves after replacing automotive carpet. Discover the difference in both car console parts with tips from a certified master mechanic in this free video on automotive maintenance.
A dirty automobile can seriously detract from a car's value. Simple things like car washes can make a car exterior look more than it's worth but only until the next rainstorm. Want to enhance the interior of a car? A new carpet is the best way to give an automobile a brand new feel on the inside. Sure it might take some work. But this simple car maintenance task can go a long way to increasing a car's value and instilling ownership pride. In this free video series, let a certified master mechanic provide automotive maintenance tips for replacing automotive carpet. First, he explains when it's time to replace automotive carpet, safety tips and what tools are needed. Next, he starts the disassembling process one part at a time. Beginning with the front and back seats, backrests, seat belt latches, door panels, center console, computer and the old carpet itself. It's time to repeat the process in backwards order by installing the new carpet and reinserting everything else.
Mark Blocker Mark Blocker is a semi-retired ASE-certified master mechanic with more than 20 years of automotive experience. He has been a state-certified emissions specialist for more than 15 years and Ford EEC-certified for more than 11 years. Blocker has also taught as an electronics instructor for four years, and he has been a Snap-On technical training contractor for more than a year.dkdk
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