Bump...how time consuming is it to remove the front seats, middle seats and consoles to get the carpet out? It looks like the carpet is sectioned off from the cargo area? I've got a cargo area drawer system that isn't coming out.
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I just did this, used simple green, a scrub brush and a standard hose. I was concerned that a pressure washer would be too much for 20 year old carpet. Came out great and smells much better. I used fat mat, covered by noico foam under the cleaned carpet.
Did you remove the carpet from the vehicle?
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To answer some questions about removing he carpet , I have done this and I would say it probably takes 2-3 hours total to remove . You have to remove all rows of seats, center console, and plastic door / kick panel lower carpet trims on all 4 doors . ( this just pulls off) .
The method that I have found that works the best is to remove the carpet , spray down w/ water and the soak thoroughly with resolve carpet cleaner - just the regular stuff from the grocery store - overnight . In the morning pressure wash it (on low power if possible ) and let it dry in the sun for about 2 days . This method will get your carpet as clean as possible . I also replaced all the "jute" carpet backing , you can buy a roll of it on eBay for about $20.
The method that I have found that works the best is to remove the carpet , spray down w/ water and the soak thoroughly with resolve carpet cleaner - just the regular stuff from the grocery store - overnight . In the morning pressure wash it (on low power if possible ) and let it dry in the sun for about 2 days . This method will get your carpet as clean as possible . I also replaced all the "jute" carpet backing , you can buy a roll of it on eBay for about $20.
Bumping an old thread but I just did this. I wound up pulling all the carpet and soaking it in a bathtub with laundry detergent and water plus a good scrub with a stiff bristle brush. The water was pretty nasty initially, but I kept draining and refilling the tub until the water was close to clear. Then I just set it outside to dry. I also had to replace some of the staples holding the plastic bits to the carpet. Other than the worn spots it basically looks like new.
