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This isn't quite a DIY because I didn't individually snap a photo of each step, nor do I recall every screw size and location, but this is better than nothing!
So, carpeting was complete crap on our 2003 Suburban. Bought it this way about 5 years ago, finally got to order, and install the new carpeting into the vehicle. Took me most of a Saturday.
Things you will need: (that I recall)
-standard screwdriver
-Philips screwdriver
-All torx sockets you can get your hands on
-ratchet, extender
-A variety of sockets, extenders, and adapters. You will need to negotiate with room.
-Interior cleaner and rag(s)
-The replacement carpeting (2 pieces)
Took me an entire Saturday to finish. Then again, I wasn't in any hurry and was also cleaning as I went along.
Steps: (cannot number because I can't remember which one goes before the other exactly)
Firstly, get your new carpeting pieces and lay them out in the sun. Mold the ridges and raised areas and let it sit for awhile.
I removed the easy-to-get-to plastic trims first like the pillar plastics and door moldings. They are all clip-on. Remove the rear panels as well, they have 2 screw-on hooks and 2 plastic interior clips that pop in. You will need to also remove the rear a-pillars that have a small speaker built in (if you have Bose system) and the right side will also have a cigarette lighter plugin to remove. Don't forget to plug this back in upon installation.
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Next, remove all seats. Remove the third row. I removed the middle seats after the rear bench seat. All three are connected. I did not disconnect the 3 and was barely able to remove them from the vehicle. You can if you want to, there are 2 bolts connecting the sliding seat to the bench seat. They are fairly easy to figure out. On the passengers side there is 1 bolt that is hidden underneath a plastic trim on the rail. Slide the seat all the way forwards as far as possible and there will be a piece of plastic that is shaped like a sign. Remove that and underneath there is a bolt. The rest are fairly easy to locate.
The 2 front bench seats are a little harder. 4 on each seat, 1 a corner. The rear bolts are fairly hard to remove due to lok-tite. Once you have all seats removed, remove the rear carpeting and the front afterwards. If you want, remove the padding and vacuum the floor. (You will need to most likely)
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Next, remove the center console. The seat nuts were holding this into the frame so it should be loose now. (there are maybe 2 bolts holding it in) Turn the console to the side to gain access underneath and you will see a very large electrical connector. The white arm goes up and then disconnect the connector. Locate all of the change and remove the console.
This is where I cleaned all of the interior parts thoroughly. They needed a good clean!
Old carpeting out. Yuck!
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Get your new carpeting into the garage. (I bought mine from Stock Interiors for $300.) Get your old carpeting and place it on top of the new cut pile. Make sure to put it on straight. Use a sharpie and mark the holes, slits, and cuts to make on the carpeting. *NEVER CUT TOO MUCH CARPETING AS THIS CANNOT BE UNDONE!
Once the cutting is finished, (I used scissors and a utility blade) test fit the carpeting. Chances are it won't fit perfectly and will need the edges trimmed. Once again, do NOT cut too much material off. Get the carpeting as close to perfect as possible. Install everything in reverse of removal.
Here is the ending result for me:
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And the vehicle the work was performed on:
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There are a few pointers when removing and installing the interior.
-The middle seat belts must be unbolted from the vehicle before removing the carpeting and removing the A-pillar(s). Don't forget to install them after the carpeting is in.
Thats about all I can remember, good luck!
So, carpeting was complete crap on our 2003 Suburban. Bought it this way about 5 years ago, finally got to order, and install the new carpeting into the vehicle. Took me most of a Saturday.
Things you will need: (that I recall)
-standard screwdriver
-Philips screwdriver
-All torx sockets you can get your hands on
-ratchet, extender
-A variety of sockets, extenders, and adapters. You will need to negotiate with room.
-Interior cleaner and rag(s)
-The replacement carpeting (2 pieces)
Took me an entire Saturday to finish. Then again, I wasn't in any hurry and was also cleaning as I went along.
Steps: (cannot number because I can't remember which one goes before the other exactly)
Firstly, get your new carpeting pieces and lay them out in the sun. Mold the ridges and raised areas and let it sit for awhile.
I removed the easy-to-get-to plastic trims first like the pillar plastics and door moldings. They are all clip-on. Remove the rear panels as well, they have 2 screw-on hooks and 2 plastic interior clips that pop in. You will need to also remove the rear a-pillars that have a small speaker built in (if you have Bose system) and the right side will also have a cigarette lighter plugin to remove. Don't forget to plug this back in upon installation.
Next, remove all seats. Remove the third row. I removed the middle seats after the rear bench seat. All three are connected. I did not disconnect the 3 and was barely able to remove them from the vehicle. You can if you want to, there are 2 bolts connecting the sliding seat to the bench seat. They are fairly easy to figure out. On the passengers side there is 1 bolt that is hidden underneath a plastic trim on the rail. Slide the seat all the way forwards as far as possible and there will be a piece of plastic that is shaped like a sign. Remove that and underneath there is a bolt. The rest are fairly easy to locate.
The 2 front bench seats are a little harder. 4 on each seat, 1 a corner. The rear bolts are fairly hard to remove due to lok-tite. Once you have all seats removed, remove the rear carpeting and the front afterwards. If you want, remove the padding and vacuum the floor. (You will need to most likely)
Next, remove the center console. The seat nuts were holding this into the frame so it should be loose now. (there are maybe 2 bolts holding it in) Turn the console to the side to gain access underneath and you will see a very large electrical connector. The white arm goes up and then disconnect the connector. Locate all of the change and remove the console.
This is where I cleaned all of the interior parts thoroughly. They needed a good clean!
Old carpeting out. Yuck!
Get your new carpeting into the garage. (I bought mine from Stock Interiors for $300.) Get your old carpeting and place it on top of the new cut pile. Make sure to put it on straight. Use a sharpie and mark the holes, slits, and cuts to make on the carpeting. *NEVER CUT TOO MUCH CARPETING AS THIS CANNOT BE UNDONE!
Once the cutting is finished, (I used scissors and a utility blade) test fit the carpeting. Chances are it won't fit perfectly and will need the edges trimmed. Once again, do NOT cut too much material off. Get the carpeting as close to perfect as possible. Install everything in reverse of removal.
Here is the ending result for me:
And the vehicle the work was performed on:
There are a few pointers when removing and installing the interior.
-The middle seat belts must be unbolted from the vehicle before removing the carpeting and removing the A-pillar(s). Don't forget to install them after the carpeting is in.
Thats about all I can remember, good luck!
