Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Floor Carpet Drying
If the carpet or the pad or insulator is wet, use the following criteria for drying or for replacing the components:
- For a 1-piece carpet assembly bonded to a cotton or a fiber padding, replace the entire assembly
- For a 2-piece carpet assembly with a cotton or a fiber padding, replace the padding only. While the carpet is out of the vehicle, dry the carpet using the method described below.
- For a 1-piece carpet assembly bonded to a foam padding or attached to a synthetic padding, dry the carpet using the method described below.
- For a 2-piece carpet assembly with a synthetic padding, dry the assembly using the method described below.
Drying Method
- If you observe puddles of liquid on the carpet face, use a wet vac uum to remove the excess moisture.
- Blot the face of the carpet with a towel in order to absorb as much moisture as possible.
- Point a fan at the affected area and air dry the carpet.
Front Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
Preliminary Procedures
Remove front seats. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Replacement.
Remove rear seat. Refer to Rear Seat Replacement.
Remove the front floor console. R ...
Other materials:
Engine Heater
The engine heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below
−18°C (0°F) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug
in the heater at least four hours before starting the vehicle. An internal thermostat
in the plug end of the cord will prev ...
Exterior Windnoise
Warning: Refer to Assistant Driving Warning in the Preface section.
Exterior windnoise is louder when the vehicle is driven with one or more
windows down. Exterior windnoise occurs when air passes over
the body panels, the seams, or the openings. Use the following items during the
test drive i ...
Steering Column in Lock Position Caution
Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure
the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering
column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will
prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR
system. The steering ...
