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
| 1. |
If you observe puddles of
liquid on the carpet face, use a wet vacuum to remove the excess
moisture. |
| 2. |
Blot the face of the carpet
with a towel in order to absorb as much moisture as
possible. |
| 3. |
Point a fan at the affected
area and air dry the carpet. |
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