Chevrolet Sonic 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.
- If you observe puddles of liquid on the carpet face, use a wet vacuum 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.
Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove front seats. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat ...
Other materials:
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Sedan with Sunroof)
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact
energy-absorbing material glued to the headliner or to the garnish trims.
If the material is damaged ...
Generator Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
Remove t ...
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement
Special Tools
EN-658 Rear Main Seal Installer
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
If equipped with automatic transmission, remove the flex plate. Refer
to Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Replacement.
If equipped with a manual transmis ...
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