51 47 315 Removing and installing/replacing front carpet for passenger compartment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 645Ci and 2004 BMW 645Ci. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove left/right front seat
- Remove storage compartment
- Remove side trim in footwell
- remove glovebox
- Remove trim panel for pedal assembly
- Remove accelerator pedal module
Cut out carpet (1) at marked cutting edges (2) on left/right.
IMPORTANT:
If there are no marked cutting edges (2), align cuts as far as possible in direction of middle of vehicle. This ensures that the cutting edges are covered by the storage compartment/instrument panel. Pay attention to cables when cutting (risk of damage).
If necessary, guide cable back through carpet (1).
Feed out carpet (1) towards rear/top.
Marked cutting edges (1) shown on removed carpet (2).
Replacement:
Cut out carpet at marked cutting edges (1).
If there are not marked cutting edges (1), place removed carpet over new piece and carry cuts over to new carpet.
Installation:
Apertures (3) serve as alignment points for fitting the carpet (2).
Replacement:
Detach stowage net (1).
Remove clips (2) for stowage net (1).